Colleen and Alex’s wedding day unfolded like a love letter—to family, to faith, and to a life intentionally built together. On a crisp and golden autumn morning in Pittsburgh, they began their day at The Oaklander Hotel, surrounded by quiet anticipation and the kind of calm that only comes when you know you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. Colleen slipped into a gown made even more meaningful by her mother, who lovingly transformed her own wedding dress—more than 40 years

Their wedding colors — olive, walnut, and ivory — set the tone for a celebration with rich textures, moody undertones, and rustic elegance. From warm wood and leather details to the subtle nods to Ireland, everything felt like a page from their shared life. As Alex shared, one of her favorite parts of planning was getting to create those quiet, meaningful touches “that no one may notice, but mean something to us.” Brian, ever the calm presence, stood in awe of Alex’s vision