Renault Winery Vineyard Wedding | Modern Same-Sex Wedding in South Jersey

When it comes to timeless elegance, T & J’s Renault Winery wedding was the perfect blend of modern sophistication, heartfelt moments, and meaningful celebration.

Set against the beautiful vineyard backdrop of Renault Winery, their wedding day embraced a chic and refined aesthetic with a soft color palette of white, greenery, ivory, and subtle peaches and apricots. I especially loved the touch of apricot throughout the florals – it added warmth and depth without feeling overly feminine, creating a look that felt fresh, modern, and perfectly suited to the couple.

Getting Ready Together at Renault Winery

One of my favorite parts of the day was that T & J chose to get ready together. Rather than having a traditional first look, they spent the early afternoon side by side, sharing the excitement and anticipation leading up to their ceremony. It was such a meaningful way to begin their wedding day.

A Modern Black and Cream Wedding Style

Their wedding attire was absolutely stunning. Both grooms wore cream dress shirts paired with matching cream suit jackets that looked incredibly sharp against the vineyard setting. The black buttons and black pocket squares created the perfect contrast, adding a modern touch that made their looks truly stand out. Their wedding party complemented the aesthetic beautifully, with bridesmaids dressed in elegant black gowns and the men in classic black tuxedos.

Outdoor Vineyard Ceremony at Renault Winery

The outdoor ceremony in the Vineyard Courtyard was filled with emotion as T & J exchanged personal vows they had written themselves. There wasn’t a dry eye in sight as they shared promises, memories, and dreams for the future. These intimate words made their ceremony uniquely theirs and perfectly reflected the love they share.

Heartfelt Wedding Speeches from Family and Friends

As guests gathered inside for the reception, it became clear just how deeply loved these two are. Six heartfelt speeches from parents, family members, and lifelong friends filled the evening with laughter, tears, and countless stories celebrating their relationship. Every speech highlighted the incredible support system surrounding them and the impact they have on the people in their lives.

Golden Hour Portraits in the Vineyard

As the sun began to set, we stepped outside for golden hour portraits among Renault’s grounds. The warm evening light created the most beautiful backdrop for photographs, adding a romantic glow to an already unforgettable day. These quiet moments together gave T & J a chance to soak in everything they had experienced and celebrate becoming newlyweds.

From their stylish black and cream wedding attire to their emotional vows, meaningful speeches, and stunning vineyard portraits, every detail of T & J’s Renault Winery wedding reflected who they are as a couple. It was a joy to document such a beautiful celebration and witness the love shared not only between them, but among all the family and friends who came together to support them.

My happy couple met online and on their first date they went to the Spruce Street Harbor park for food and drinks. They both knew very early on that this was something special and worth pursuing.

Engaged on 08/12/2024, the proposal: “There were two proposals. T proposed to J on 8/12/24 at Olde City Kitchen. T rented out the whole place, put pictures of their memories and candles around, and hired a private chef to cook dinner. J thought we were meeting T’s brother and fiancé for a cooking class, so he was very shocked when we walked in to the scene. J proposed to T on 9/29/24 on a rooftop in Paros, Greece. It was after a long day of kayaking across the Aegean Sea. J took T up to the rooftop at night and proposed.”

When T&J weren’t planning their Renault Winery Vineyard Wedding, they love to travel. They love to read and go to the gym together.

Now married, their dreams include continuing to travel the world together and exploring different cultures. They are excited to continue watching their cat grow up and possibly expanding their family in the future. They were most looking forward to having all of their loved ones together in one place!

T&J are currently honeymooning in Curacao, thank you so much for choosing me to photograph your stunning Renault Winery Vineyard Wedding!

Planning a Renault Winery Wedding in South Jersey

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Contributing Vendors: 

Photography: Susan Hennessey photography

Venue: Renault Winery – Vineyard Ballroom

Menswear: Men’s Wearhouse

Invitations: Zazzle

Florist: Bespoke Floral & Event Design

Cake: Classic Cake Bakery

Videographer: Above & Beyond Wedding Studio

DJ: SCE Event Group – DJ Jason Cohen

Officiant: Nevin, friend of the couple