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Ashley and Anthony’s wedding at the Deauville Inn in Ocean City, NJ, was a day that felt like summer bottled up—pure, warm, and full of good vibes. Growing up spending summers down the Jersey shore, the location wasn’t just a pretty backdrop; it was personal. You could feel it in every detail, from the family photos greeting guests to the dessert station loaded with classic Jersey treats. These two made sure the day wasn’t just about celebrating their love but also honoring the memories that shaped them.
Ashley’s look was a perfect match for the breezy beach vibes. Her airy dress swayed with every gust of wind (a Jersey shore trademark), and her slicked-back bun was pure genius- zero hair drama in the dunes. Speaking of the dunes, that’s exactly where they had their first look. Picture this: Ashley glowing, Anthony beaming, and the ocean doing its thing in the background. Their portraits on the beach afterward were so relaxed and joyful, just like them. These two can’t help but radiate fun—you’d be hard-pressed to find Ashley without a smile or Anthony without some kind of joke up his sleeve.
The ceremony was everything you’d want from a beach wedding: intimate, genuine, and grounded (literally, thanks to the barefoot vibes). Ashley walked down an aisle framed by muted florals and sea grass, perfectly blending into the natural beauty of the shore. Afterward, Ashley and Anthony took a private boat ride—a chance to soak in the moment, just the two of them. It was a quiet, romantic escape, and you could see all the way from the shoreline just how much they truly enjoyed each other’s company.
The reception was a beautiful mix of boho charm and coastal nostalgia. A lighted tent housed florals in whites, with pops of soft blues, oranges, and pinks, paired with wooden and beachey accents. Oh, and the seashell candles Ashley and Anthony made for every guest? Total labor of love but absolutely worth it. There was even a limoncello toast, a nod to Anthony’s Italian roots and their first trip abroad together. The speeches had everyone cracking up, the kind of laughter that feels like home. By the time the glow sticks came out, the dance floor was unstoppable—just a big, happy celebration where no one wanted the night to end.
The weather may have been moody, but the vibe was pure happiness. There was something so refreshing about how unpretentious and real it all felt. It wasn’t about over-the-top details; it was about two people deeply in love, standing in a place that meant the world to them, surrounded by the people who mattered most.
If the rest of their story is anything like this day, it’s going to be one for the books.
Venue: The Deauville Inn
Florist: The Flower Company NJ
Hair + Makeup: Aleksandra Ambrozy
Dress: Anthropologie Weddings
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