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Kellie & Lorenzo: A Traditional Wedding in Oakdale, NY

Kellie had always admired Lorenzo from afar when she would visit his family's Italian specialty food store with her mother. Kellie remembers watching

Kellie had always admired Lorenzo from afar when she would visit his family's Italian specialty food store with her mother. Kellie remembers watching Lorenzo, who still helps run the store, behind the counter. She never forgot his friendly smile. Years later, she stopped in again, but this time they had a long talk followed by a cup of coffee. The Bride Kellie O'Brien, 28, teacher The Groom Lorenzo Galeotafiore, 30, helps run the family store The Date October 20 The couple spent five more years together before one special Christmas morning, when Lorenzo handed Kellie a small antique jewelry box that she had once given him. Inside was the inscription a togetherish sort of day and a beautiful ring. Kellie kicked off the New Year with a day of wedding planning with her mother and soon-to-be mother-in-law.

The couple invited friends and family to witness their union inside Kellie's childhood church.
All of the men, including Lorenzo, pinned white dendrobium orchids to their lapels.
Kellie and Lorenzo shared their first dance as man and wife to Josh Groban's When You Say You Love Me.
Following the ceremony, the newlyweds made their getaway in an antique Rolls-Royce.
Kellie wanted her bridesmaids to feel special too, so she had their gowns custom made in an antique bronze shade with golden silk trim and a sleek bow. The flower girl dresses had the same delicate bow but theirs were cream. The guys all wore simple classic tuxedos with cream vests and ties.
Cake baker to the stars, Sylvia Weinstock, designed Kellie and Lorenzo's beautiful confection. The cake was perfectly coordinated with Kellie's gown, right down to the gold Italian lace in her skirt. The same flowers used in the centerpieces topped it all off.
One of Lorenzo's cousin brought the couple an apostolic blessing from the Pope, all the way from Italy.
The bride carried phalaenopsis orchids and mini white calla lilies tied together with an ivory satin ribbon.
The Bourne Mansion provided the most romantic setting for the reception. Tables were dressed in ivory linens and the soft glow of the candles highlighted the ballroom's antique charm.