Rain-Kissed Vows and Willow Tree Moments: Ayla & Luke’s Wedding at Harmony Hill Farm | Warren, Maine
Some couples shy away from the rain. Others lean in and make it magic.
Ayla & Luke's wedding day at Harmony Hill Farm in Warren, Maine, was one of those rare days where the forecast never lifted. The rain was constant—from soft morning mist to a steady afternoon drizzle—but so was the joy. And honestly? The moody skies and hazy fog only made the whole day feel more intimate and cinematic.
Ayla spent the morning getting ready in the charming farmhouse with her bridesmaids. The room was filled with soft laughter, the hum of getting-ready tunes, and the occasional peal of excitement as her pearl necklace—an heirloom—was clasped into place. Meanwhile, Luke and his groomsmen suited up in the old horse stable next to the barn, sharing quiet moments before the day unfolded.
Harmony Hill's team transformed the rustic barn into a ceremony sanctuary, keeping guests dry while still offering a breathtaking view of the rain-soaked fields and mist-covered pines behind them. The ceremony was filled with meaningful vows, scripture readings, and more than a few teary eyes.
Rain or shine, Ayla was determined to soak in every ounce of the experience—literally. Just before the ceremony, she stepped outside under a wisping willow tree, her dress trailing behind her, raindrops catching the light as if they were part of the design. It was bold. It was beautiful. And it made for some of the most dramatic portraits of the day.
After the ceremony, the couple and their wedding party ducked beneath the barn's overhang for formal portraits, framed by rolling hills and hazy light. Then Ayla & Luke braved the weather once more, embracing under the willow tree, the raindrops adding an almost painterly texture to every photo.
The reception brought warmth and celebration. Their first dance—set to “With Every Breath I Take” by Frank Sinatra—was elegant and emotional, complete with a few sweeping dips and twirls. A shared parent dance followed, as Ayla danced with her stepfather after a special moment with her father, and Luke swayed with his mother. These layered moments of love and gratitude gave the night a grounding heartbeat.
Dinner was followed by laughter, heartfelt speeches, and a playful outdoor cake cutting that felt like a spontaneous moment straight from a movie. The evening wrapped with a grand confetti and sparkler exit, the rain finally tapering off just in time for the celebration to end on a high.
💐 Amazing Vendors That Made This Day Possible
We were honored to collaborate with this talented team who helped bring Ayla & Luke’s vision to life:
Venue – Harmony Hill Farm
A family-owned, midcoast Maine wedding venue with a stunning barn and scenic farmland.Hair & Makeup – I Do Spas (Jody Newman)
Maine and New Hampshire’s first traveling day spa, led by Jody Newman.Florals – Sweet Meadows Flower Shop
Gorgeous arrangements from Dover-based florist Michelle Launsby.Catering – Rollie’s Catering
Midcoast Maine full-service and drop-off catering & bar services.Bakery – Sweet by Casey
A local favorite for wedding cakes and desserts.Music & DJ – The Music Man DJ Service (Jason Paquette)
Kennebunk-based wedding DJs, including Jason Paquette, known for keeping the dance floor lively.