Tina + Jeff

Outer Banks Luxury Wedding Photography

A Black-Tie Coastal Wedding at the Sanderling Resort

For couples dreaming of a high-touch, high-end wedding experience along the East Coast, there’s nothing quite like a black-tie celebration on the Outer Banks — especially when it takes place at the stunning Sanderling Resort.

Tina and Jeff’s wedding was the definition of refined coastal elegance. With roots in New York City, this couple knew exactly what they wanted: an elevated, intentional experience where every detail felt personal, meaningful, and beautifully executed.

The ceremony unfolded on a perfect spring day with the Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop. The Outer Banks beach was crisp, bright, and breezy — the kind of weather that allows East Coast elegance to shine. From the very beginning, this wedding was about more than just pretty photos. It was about precision, artistry, and emotion.

Tina carried a delicate Lily of the Valley bouquet, a floral statement of quiet luxury that spoke to intentional understatement. Her designer Jimmy Choo heels paired effortlessly with her timeless gown. Bridesmaids wore light blue dresses with statement bows that added just the right amount of drama without distracting from the overall cohesion of the day.

This was a true black-tie wedding — sophisticated, polished, and warm. A live string quartet played during the ceremony, and later, a live band brought the reception to life, honoring Jeff’s Jewish heritage with beautiful touches of tradition woven into the music and energy.

The Great Hall at the Pavilion was transformed into a high-end reception space that still felt coastal and relaxed. Light blue waterfall hydrangeas spilled over the tables, creating cloud-like softness around crisp, modern white bentwood chairs. A custom five-tier wedding cake towered beautifully — elegant, but never excessive. The room glowed under warm Edison lights and featured a custom dance floor surrounded by hydrangeas that looked as if they were floating.

Every moment, every layer, every visual — it was all curated with intent.

As an Outer Banks wedding photographer who specializes in luxury weddings with intentional design, celebrations like this are why I do what I do. I don’t just photograph pretty scenes — I document precision, emotion, and elevated storytelling. For couples who value craftsmanship, meaningful design, and a trusted creative team, I bring the kind of refined perspective that ensures your wedding is captured with depth and clarity.

Planning a high-end destination wedding at the Sanderling Resort or anywhere along Coastal North Carolina or Virginia?I’d love to connect with you. Your vision deserves to be documented with artistry, intention, and a refined editorial eye.

Stewart + Tyler

Refined Coastal Elegance

A Black-Tie Wedding at the Sanderling Resort’s Great Hall

Outer Banks Wedding Photographer for Elevated East Coast Celebrations

There’s a certain kind of wedding that feels effortless in its refinement — one that balances timeless tradition with organic warmth. That’s exactly what unfolded during this unforgettable black-tie wedding at the Sanderling Resort’s Great Hall on the Outer Banks.

With a guest list of 200 and an intentionally intimate wedding party, the celebration was both grand and grounded. Every element felt curated, but never overdone — from the bride’s sweeping off-the-shoulder ballgown to the groom’s sleek Gucci loafers, the tone of the day was formal, sophisticated, and deeply personal.

The ceremony took place under a glowing sunset at the Sanderling Resort’s Great Hall gazebo, one of the Outer Banks’ most picturesque coastal backdrops. As the evening light dipped below the horizon, guests gathered in anticipation of a celebration that honored tradition while embracing natural, thoughtful design.

Inside the reception space, the Great Hall was transformed with rich, earthy textures and warm lighting. Suspended brown kissing balls hung from the ceilings, echoing the organic atmosphere below. A massive greenery installationsoftened the vaulted space, complementing the X-backed brown chairs, wooden farm tables, and glowing candlelight that lined every table. Magnolia branches adorned the centerpieces — a subtle nod to the region’s Southern roots — creating a design that felt both rooted and refined.

This wasn’t just a wedding — it was a masterclass in how intentional design can elevate a formal event without overwhelming it. The couple prioritized guest experience and aesthetic harmony in every decision, resulting in a celebration that felt beautifully authentic and visually stunning.

As an Outer Banks wedding photographer who specializes in editorial storytelling for formal East Coast weddings, I’m drawn to events like this — where elegance and emotion go hand in hand. I don’t just capture the expected moments. I document the full arc of the day — from sweeping scenery to the subtle details that often go unnoticed but define the experience.

If you’re planning a black-tie wedding on the East Coast — whether at the Sanderling Resort or another elevated coastal venue — I’d love to help you preserve it with care, clarity, and timeless visual storytelling.

Shannon + Ian

Sophisticated Mid-Atlantic Elegance

Shannon & Ian’s Coastal Wedding on the Eastern Shore of Virginia

Tidewater & Eastern Shore Wedding Photographer for Elevated Coastal Celebrations

Shannon and Ian’s wedding was nothing short of spectacular — not because it was flashy, but because it was designed with such clarity, restraint, and unmistakable coastal sophistication. Set in the heart of Virginia’s Eastern Shore, their day reflected everything we love about this region: timeless beauty, understated elegance, and a deep appreciation for natural surroundings.

This was the kind of celebration that East Coast couples dream of when they envision a high-end wedding by the water — formal, but not stiff. Elevated, but never overdone. With full-service planning and design by Coastyle Wedding & Events, every element was seamless, refined, and reflective of the couple’s style.

Held beneath a clear-top tent dripping in white orchids, the reception was a masterclass in clean, coastal luxury. The tent offered an open view of the sky, bringing in the soft Virginia light by day and the stars by night — while the florals added a lush, almost cloudlike atmosphere that softened and elevated the space all at once.

From the beginning, Shannon and Ian knew they didn’t want to sacrifice sophistication in order to feel relaxed. Their vision was polished, personal, and deeply rooted in the landscape that surrounded them. The Tidewater region’s salt air, maritime energy, and timeless charm all played into the feel of the day — without overpowering it.

Guests were welcomed into an experience that felt effortlessly warm and beautifully intentional. Every moment flowed with care. Every detail mattered. And throughout it all, our team was focused on documenting the celebration with timeless energy, natural direction, and clean, editorial composition — the kind of photography that feels as relevant in 30 years as it does today.

As a team that specializes in coastal weddings across the Eastern Shore and Mid-Atlantic, this event is exactly the kind we’re built to capture — refined, emotional, beautifully styled weddings for couples who value the experience as much as the images.

If you’re planning a formal wedding anywhere along Virginia’s Tidewater coast, the Eastern Shore, or anywhere in the Mid-Atlantic coastal corridor, we’d be honored to document it with the same clarity and intention we brought to Shannon and Ian’s extraordinary celebration.