There’s something about weddings in the city that just feels so elegant and classic, and Alyssa & Bobby’s LeMont wedding truly fit that bill. From Alyssa’s stunning Allure bridal gown and Bobby’s burgundy tuxedo, to the beautiful architecture of the Smithfield United Church of Christ and the breathtaking views from the LeMont overlooking the city skyline, this wedding day was absolutely gorgeous. But what made it even better was that Alyssa & Bobby are two of the sweetest, loving people (especially together!), their families were so incredibly welcoming, and their bridal party was a blast to spend the day with.

After a beautiful ceremony downtown at the Smithfield UCC, we made our way over to the North Side where we’d been planning to take photos if the weather held out. We were optimistic leaving church that it hadn’t started raining yet, so off we went! Little did we know that a massive downpour would be heading our way in just a few minutes! Somewhat stranded in a North Side park, we ducked into a bus shelter for a minute before running for cover across the street. And I have to say, of course no one’s excited when the weather doesn’t cooperate with your plans, but this group was in high spirits the entire time, laughing and ready to roll with whatever came our way. We were even able to squeeze out a few more minutes of photo time back in the park after the rain slowed down before heading to the reception!

The LeMont was decorated beautifully, with the city lights showing off in the background across the river. Alyssa & Bobby spent the evening laughing and dancing with family & friends on a packed dance floor thanks to DJ Lea of the Guarino Group! Take a look below at some highlights from their day!

Contributing vendors:
Ceremony Venue: Smithfield United Church of Christ
Reception Venue: LeMont
Dress Shop: Babette’s Gowns
Dress Designer (Bride): Allure
Dress Designer (Bridesmaids): The Dessy Group
Hair Stylist: Salon Nolas
Makeup Artist: Abby Barnes
Florist: Wallace Bethel Park Flowers
Jeweler: Brilliance
Menswear Shop: Surmesur
Barber Shop: La Pomponnee
DJ: Guarino Group Productions
Bakery: Oakmont Bakery
Invitations: Minted
Transportation: Tortorice Limousine
Photographer: Kristen Vota Photography
Second Photographer: Charlotte Blue

Burgundy & pink wedding invitations by Minted with bride's gold shoes and jewelry

Closeup of burgundy and pink wedding invitations by Minted

Gold engagement ring from Brilliance rests between bride's gold glittery shoes

Bride's diamond teardrop earrings and gold engagement ring from Brilliance

Allure bridal gown hangs from the window at the Westin Convention Center Pittsburgh

Custom hanger for the bride's gown rests on her white tulle skirt

Bride's gold glitter wedding shoes rest on the white tulle skirt of her Allure bridal gown

Bride holds her invitation and gold engagement ring in her hands

Bride laughs with her bridesmaids while they get ready for her LeMont wedding

Bridesmaids in pink silk robes pour champagne before a LeMont wedding

Bridesmaids do a champagne toast before a wedding at the LeMont

Bride's updo by Salon Nolas before a LeMont wedding

Hair stylist from Salon Nolas sprays the bride's updo

Hair stylist from Salon Nolas puts the finishing touch ups on the bride's updo

Bridesmaids smile after taking a photo of the bride on their iPhone

Mother of the bride and a bridesmaid help her into her Allure wedding dress

Mother of the bride helps put the tulle skirt over bride's Allure wedding dress

Buttons on the back of an Allure wedding dress

Mother of the bride ties the ribbon the bride's gold shoes

Bride puts on her earrings as her mother helps with her shoes

Bridal portraits before a wedding at the Smithfield United Church of Christ

Wedding ceremony program for a Smithfield UCC wedding

Smithfield United Church of Christ before an October wedding

Floral arrangements by Wallace Bethel Park Flowers on the altar of the Smithfield United Church of Christ

Groom laughs on the altar of the Smithfield United Church of Christ as his wedding begins

Bride walks down the aisle of Smithfield United Church of Christ with her father

Groom smiles as his bride walks down the aisle at the Smithfield UCC

Groom sees his bride for the first time at a Smithfield UCC wedding

Wedding ceremony in the Smithfield United Church of Christ in downtown Pittsburgh

Bride laughs during her wedding ceremony at the Smithfield United Church of Christ

Bride laughs and groom smiles at his bride during a Smithfield UCC wedding

Bride & groom hold hands during their Smithfield United Church of Christ wedding ceremony

Bridesmaids during a wedding ceremony at Smithfield United Church of Christ

Groomsmen during a wedding ceremony at Smithfield United Church of Christ

Newlywed's first kiss at a Smithfield UCC wedding

Just after the first kiss at a Smithfield United Church of Christ wedding

View from the balcony as the newlyweds exit their Smithfield United Church of Christ wedding

Newlyweds exit their wedding at the Smithfield United Church of Christ

Bride & groom laugh during a limo ride through downtown Pittsburgh

Bridal party ducks under a bus shelter during a downpour on the North Side of Pittsburgh

Groomsmen help the bride run for cover during a rainstorm on the North Side of Pittsburgh

Bridal party on the porch of a North Side B&B in Pittsburgh

Bride & groom kiss while their bridal party watches on the porch of a North Side house

Bridesmaids in pink dresses from the Dessy Group before a LeMont wedding

Bridesmaids laugh with the bride before a LeMont wedding

Groomsmen in navy tuxes from Surmesur before a LeMont wedding reception

Groomsmen on the steps of a North Side house before a LeMont wedding

Bride and groom snuggle together and laugh during portraits on the North Side of Pittsburgh

Bride & groom portraits on the porch in Pittsburgh's North Side

Bride & groom portraits on Pittsburgh's North Side before a LeMont wedding

Bride & groom snuggle together under a porch overhang on Pittsburgh's North Side

Newlyweds share a quiet moment on a porch in the North Side of Pittsburgh before a LeMont wedding

Boutonniere & bouquet by Wallace Bethel Park Flowers

Bridal portraits on Pittsburgh's North Side before a LeMont wedding

Groom wears a burgundy tux by Surmesur for his LeMont wedding

Rose boutonniere and red bouquet by Wallace Bethel Park Flowers

Newlyweds wait to cross the street to Allegheny Commons Park before their LeMont wedding

Bride and groom wait to cross the street on Pittsburgh's North Side

Bride & groom portraits in Allegheny Commons Park before a LeMont wedding

Bride laughs and groom smirks during portraits in Allegheny Commons Park

Newlyweds portrait in Allegheny Commons Park before a LeMont wedding

Bride & groom during portraits in Allegheny Commons Park on Pittsburgh's North Side

Newlyweds kiss during portraits at Allegheny Commons Park

Bride & groom dance on a hilltop at Allegheny Commons Park in Pittsburgh

Bride laughs as groom whispers in her ear in Allegheny Commons Park in the North Side

Head table overlooking the city at a LeMont wedding

Sign on the head table at a LeMont wedding reception

Place setting at a LeMont wedding reception

Crystal champagne flutes and a waiter pours wine at the LeMont

Floral centerpieces by Wallace Bethel Park Flowers at a LeMont wedding

Wedding cake by Oakmont Bakery sits under crystal chandeliers at the LeMont

Bouquet by Wallace Bethel Park Flowers sits on the escort card table at a LeMont wedding

Gift table at a LeMont wedding reception

Guestbook and bar sign at a LeMont wedding

USA hockey jersey as a guestbook at a LeMont wedding reception

Newlyweds enter their LeMont wedding reception

Newlyweds kiss on the dance floor after being introduced at their LeMont wedding

Bride & groom cut the cake by Oakmont bakery at the LeMont

Maid of honor gives a speech at a LeMont wedding reception

Maid of honor & best man give speeches at a LeMont wedding

Best man gives a speech at a LeMont wedding

Father of the bride speaks at a LeMont wedding

Bride & groom's first dance at their LeMont wedding

First dance under the chandeliers at the LeMont

Bride & groom's first dance at their LeMont wedding reception

Bride & groom kiss during their first dance at the LeMont

Parent dances at a LeMont wedding

Groom dances with his sister at his LeMont wedding

DJ Lea Guarino's setup at a LeMont wedding reception

Bride dances with guests at her LeMont wedding

Bridesmaid dances with her sisters at a LeMont wedding

Groomsmen sing together at a LeMont wedding reception

Guests on the dance floor at a LeMont wedding reception

Bride takes a selfie with a bridesmaid at her LeMont wedding

Packed dance floor at a LeMont wedding with DJ Lea Guarino Blatz

View of downtown Pittsburgh at dusk from the LeMont on Mt. Washington

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