[Wedding] Patrice & Josh – The Manor in West Orange, NJ

As I’d mentioned in a previous post, Patrice and Josh’s wedding day started off without a hitch. While Patrice was getting her hair and make-up done, Josh and his groomsmen were still in recovery mode from a festive rehearsal dinner just the night before. Understandably, that morning would be a serene affair, albeit a light-hearted one. We were just getting started; part two of their celebrations would take place later that evening at The Manor in West Orange, NJ!

Wedding dress hangs on the door on Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau.Wedding rings from Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau.

Bouquet from Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Bride's slip on shoes from Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau.

Bride gets her hair and make up done on her wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Mom helps her daughter into her dress on her wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Groom prep on his wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Groomsmen portrait for Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Bride puts on some final touches on her wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Bride makes her way down the stairs with her bridesmaids on her wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Flower girl poses for the camera on Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Flower girl makes a face on Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Bride and groom exchange their vows on their wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Cocktail hour at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Cocktail hour at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Cocktail hour at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. DJ from Xplosive Entertainment gets the show started on Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau.

Groom dances on his wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Man of Honor makes a toast on Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Best Man makes a toast on Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Father and daughter dance on her wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Mother and son dance on her wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Garter toss on Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Groomsman plays a song for Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau.

Wedding Cake at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Creme brulee on Patrice and Josh's wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau.

Bride and groom dance the night away on their wedding day at The Manor in West Orange. Captured by best NJ wedding photographer Ben Lau. Patrice and Josh, thank you so much for inviting us to document this beautiful milestone of your journey together towards happily ever after. It only seems like yesterday when we first met on Superbowl Sunday at a Marilyn Monroe-themed diner and talking about your wedding plans :). We wish the both of you many years of love and laughter, and we look forward to seeing you guys again soon!

As for The Manor, I will be seeing YOU guys again next weekend! Very few venues have treated us so well, so I wanted to take a moment to thank these guys, and the following folks who made this magical day possible!

Reception : : The Manor
Gown : : Yes to the Dress
Shoes : : JC Penney’s
Rings : : Jared
Hair : : Family Friend
Make Up : : Substance Salon (Highly Recommend!)
Groom’s Attire : : Men’s Warehouse
DJ/Entertainment : : Xplosive Entertainment (Highly Recommend!)
Catering : : The Manor
Cake : : The Manor
Groom’s Cake : : inViting Solutions 908-616-1772
Floral : : DIY
Centerpieces : : DIY
Favors : : Lottery Tickets
Stationery : : theamericanwedding.com

Much love, friends :)

Ben & Karis

Worried about looking awkward in your wedding photos?

Download my FREE posing guide today!

*all fields required

We hear the coffee's pretty good here :)

Northern NJ, NYC documentary Wedding Photographer, Educator & All-Around Nice Guy

#benlauphoto #momentsovermountains #loveislove

Follow me on the gram'