L A U R E N

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D E R E K

{SEPTEMber 6th, 2025}

Introducing our whimsical, fairy tale bride, Lauren!

For her New England wedding, Lauren chose a colorful, floral A-line gown by Madi Lane!

It was perfect with her custom wedding shoes and fairy vibes!

{Photos by: Kyra Jean Photo}

Once they finished getting ready it was time for the very important next step!

The ceremony was rapidly approaching, but first Lauren shared a sweet first look with her very soon-to-be hubby, Derek!

{Photos by: Kyra Jean Photo}

Lauren and Derek were married in a beautiful indoor ceremony at Publick House Inn in Sturbridge, MA!

After they said “I do”, Lauren said “I don’t” to her sleeves and took them off right there at the altar!

{Photos by: Kyra Jean Photo}

After they made it official, it was time for the big celebration!

Everyone threw on some elf ears and fairy wings and had a whimsical evening!

OH and did we mention there was a hot dog cart?!

{Photos by: Kyra Jean Photo}

How did the newlyweds first meet?
“We met in Springfield, MA. The company he worked for would often have parties at the bar I worked at. They would request for me to be their bartender. We became friends and then we became more.”

How did Derek pop the question?
“He cut himself and went to look for a band aid. He called me over to help him look.
When I turned the corner he was on one knee with the ring in his hand.”

Was it a surprise or did she know it was coming?
“I knew it was coming just not when and how.”
After securing the ring, ,it was time for Lauren to secure the dress!
“My best friend and I decided to do a trial dress shop experience so I wouldn't get overwhelmed when it came down to having a real appointment with friends and family. We made an appointment at Something Blue Bridal. I saw the dress on the rack and could not stop looking at it. I tried it on and instantly we knew that was the dress.”

How did Lauren know her dress was "the one"?
“I wanted to frolic the moment I saw myself in it.”

What was her favorite part of wedding planning?
“My favorite part of the planning process was I didn't have to do it alone. I had my husband, friends, and family helping me.”

What about her least favorite part?
“Getting hotel blocks. It was a destination wedding for a lot of guests. There were other events happening in town so it was hard to get a couple blocks.”

Does Lauren have a favorite memory from the wedding day?
“The last song. It was Celine Dion's "It's all coming back to me now".
It is a tradition in my friend group for weddings. We sing our hearts out and it's a great note to end on.”

What is the best piece of advice she can give brides-to-be who are currently planning their own big day?
“Don't worry if things don't go as planned. No one knows your plan but you, so they won't know any better.”
Congratulations, Lauren + Derek!!
Check out more of their beautiful wedding photos by Kyra Jean Photo in the gallery below!