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Alison Heffington

Idyllic Upstate New York Private Estate Wedding

There’s something magical about celebrating where your story began, and Kilby and Nick chose the most meaningful backdrop possible for their wedding in upstate NY—Kilby’s sprawling family estate near Buffalo, NY. Surrounded by golden autumn light and generations of memories, they created a celebration that honored both their love and their roots.

Kilby began her wedding morning in the house where she grew up, getting ready alongside her sister and mom in rooms filled with family history. Her rose pink color palette perfectly complemented the season’s natural beauty. The ceremony took place in an open pasture, where guests formed an intimate circle around the couple—a 360-degree celebration that made everyone feel like part of their vows rather than simply witnesses to them.

For couples planning a Buffalo wedding photography experience who want their day to feel like an extension of home, Kilby and Nick’s approach was beautifully authentic. They let their family land tell the story, from poolside cocktails where guests fed apples to grazing horses, to an elegant sailcloth tent reception that felt both refined and wonderfully relaxed. Every transition flowed naturally across the property, creating a visual journey that honored their heritage while celebrating their future.

This upstate New York wedding speaks to couples who value intimacy over grandeur and want their celebration to reflect genuine connections. Kilby and Nick demonstrated that the most beautiful weddings happen when you embrace what makes your love story unique—whether that’s family land, autumn colors, or the simple joy of dancing under canvas with everyone you love most. Their day proved that home truly is where the heart is, and sometimes the perfect venue has been waiting in your backyard all along.

Planning & Design: KC You There

Floral: Bows & Arrows

Rentals: McCarthy Events, Revival Rental, BBJ La Tavola, Petunia Rose

Catering: Curly’s Grille

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