A European-Inspired Princeton University Wedding Filled with Deep History | Isabel & Dan

May 14, 2025

A European-Inspired Princeton University Wedding Filled with Deep History | Isabel & Dan

Some love stories feel like they were always meant to come full circle. Isabel and Dan’s wedding day was one of those stories, deeply rooted in meaning, legacy, and faith.

They first met and fell in love at Princeton University, so it only felt right to return to where it all began. They chose to do their engagement session on campus, walking the same paths they once strolled as students. They reminisced on old memories like where they would go to skip class and where they once built a snowman together by the dorms. And then, on their wedding day, they came back again to say “I do” in the very place their story started.

Getting Married at the Princeton Chapel

Isabel and Daniele were married in the Princeton Chapel, a breathtaking space filled with tall, vaulted ceilings and rich stained glass. It was more than just beautiful architecture. This was a place that held pieces of their past. Isabel had once sung in the a cappella choir here, so standing at the altar with Daniele wasn’t just about the present. It was also about honoring everything that led them here.

Their Catholic ceremony was reverent and sacred, filled with intentional moments of worship and joy. Surrounded by friends and family, they promised forever beneath towering arches that made everything feel just a little more special.

Celebrating at the Nassau Inn

After the ceremony, everyone walked across the street to the Nassau Inn, where the celebration continued with dancing, laughter, and so much love. Isabel had designed and arranged every floral detail by hand, adding such a personal touch to the day. You could feel how much they poured into this celebration. It wasn’t about a show. It was about presence, connection, and honoring the people and places that had shaped them.

Their reception was warm and full of energy. They celebrated their culture with pride, moved through the room with so much intention, and truly made every guest feel seen. It was joyful and elegant, but also so deeply grounded.

If you’re planning a wedding at Princeton University or dreaming of a Catholic ceremony that reflects both beauty and meaning, I’d be so honored to document it. This day was a reminder of how sacred and personal a wedding can be when it’s rooted in the story that led you there.

Ceremony: Princeton University Chapel

Reception Venue: Nassau Inn

Dress: Lillian West

Bakery: Sweet Gourmet

DJ: Ambient DJ