Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Real Weddings A Vintage-Inspired Formal Wedding in Maine By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 2, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Jillian and Paul Aaron Delesie After a New Year's Eve proposal, Jillian Parker and Paul Blakeslee decided to borrow a page from Marie Antoinette's playbook for their opulent New England wedding. The 19th-century reception site near Cape Elizabeth, Maine, proved a unique backdrop for their chosen theme: Versailles. To bring together the couples' home state and their foreign inspiration, they set the stage in Maine, and Sofia Coppola's "Marie Antoinette" inspired a rich palette of teal, pale pink, and gold, which played the starring role. 01 of 19 Royal Stationery Aaron Delesie The couple's monogram appeared inside a crest with a coat of arms inspired by Marie Antoinette. Its border was borrowed from a box of Laduree macarons from Paris, and the teal-and-gold envelope liner echoed the pattern on the bottle of St-Germain elderflower liqueur, which was used in a signature drink. Each guest also received accommodation information, an itinerary, and a reply card, bound with a matching paper sleeve (papelpress.com). 02 of 19 The Bouquet Aaron Delesie The bride's bouquet of white hydrangeas, ranunculus, rosebuds, and silk velvet poppy pods was tied with a blue jacquard ribbon. 03 of 19 The Bridal Party Aaron Delesie Jillian, in Carolina Herrera, posed with her bridesmaids, who were wearing flowy Amsale gowns in Jillian's favorite color, blush pink. 04 of 19 The Bride's Arrival Aaron Delesie An antique Bentley escorted the bride to church in style. 05 of 19 The Boutonniere Aaron Delesie Paul's boutonniere featured two millinery flowers -- one white and one gold -- backed by creamy rosebuds and tied with gold twine. 06 of 19 The Church Aaron Delesie Jillian and Paul were married in Portland, Maine, at their local church, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, built in 1869. 07 of 19 The Ceremony Aaron Delesie Jillian and Paul listened to priest Fr. Greg Dube give the Homily during their wedding ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. 08 of 19 The Reception Location Aaron Delesie The Barn on Walnut Hill is a turn-of-the-century renovated barn and farmhouse whose attached chicken coop was turned into a wet bar for the reception. 09 of 19 Welcome Gifts Aaron Delesie Guests received silk-screened white-linen welcome bags with an itinerary featuring a hand-drawn map of Portland by Jillian's father and macarons from 'lette Macarons Beverly Hills. 10 of 19 Cozy Accommodations Aaron Delesie Shawls tied in blue-and-gold jacquard ribbon were displayed for guests on stands in the cocktail tent and came in handy during the cool, rainy reception. 11 of 19 First Dance Aaron Delesie Before the fabric-draped front entrance of the barn, Jillian and Paul shared their first dance to "My Funny Valentine" by Chet Baker. 12 of 19 The Menu Aaron Delesie Paul, a clinical dietitian and culinary school grad, spared no flavor while dreaming up their menu. Oysters, reminiscent of the couple's first date, were followed by greens dressed with a vinaigrette that showcased his family's maple syrup, and a small cup of gazpacho, a nod to Jillian's Texas roots. The main course, rack of lamb, paid tribute to a Valentine's Day meal he had once prepared for his future bride. Dinner menus featured hand calligraphy, gold engraving, and a Marie Antoinette design. 13 of 19 Barn Seating Aaron Delesie Guests enjoyed dinner at long tables in the candlelit barn. 14 of 19 Chair Decor Aaron Delesie Oval wreaths of gilded smilax leaves with white Majolica roses, fresh gardenias, and satin ribbon adorned the bride's and groom's chairs. 15 of 19 Centerpieces Aaron Delesie Romantic centerpieces of roses and peonies complemented the delicate, gold-rimmed table settings. 16 of 19 The Cake Aaron Delesie The red velvet wedding cake is topped with an urn holding roses, hydrangeas, and gardenias (twofatcatsbakery.com). 17 of 19 The Favors Aaron Delesie The couple bottled fresh maple syrup from Paul's family's sugarhouse and gave them away as favors. 18 of 19 Sweet Finish Aaron Delesie The newlyweds shared a kiss before hopping into their getaway car. Next stop: French Polynesia for their honeymoon. 19 of 19 Sources Aaron Delesie Location: The Barn on Walnut Hill Event Production and Design: Lisa Vorce of Oh, How Charming Catering: Kitchen Chicks Catering Floral and Event Design: Mindy Rice Floral Design Stationery: Papel Paper & Press Cake: Two Fat Cats Bridesmaid Dresses: Amsale Rehearsal Dinner: Portland Lobster Company Calligraphy: Anne Jones Music: Southern Maine String Quartet DJ: Red Shoe Tent: Sperry Tents Rentals: Be Our Guest Photo Booth: Maine Photo Booth Lighting: Barker Decor Service Restrooms: Blow Brothers Wedding Filmography: Ogden Media Wedding Photography: Aaron Delesie Hair: Akari Makeup: Michael Wormwood Transportation: Custom Coach & Limousine Vintage Car: Maine Limousine Service Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit