There’s something undeniably magical about a summer evening in Rittenhouse Square—the golden light filtering through the trees, the rhythmic hum of the city softened by birdsong and laughter. It was in this iconic slice of Philadelphia that I met Colleen & Ben for their engagement session. Dressed in a sleek ivory gown by Revolve with a dramatic bow that trailed from her neck all the way down her back blowing like ribbons in the breeze, Colleen turned heads with every step. And as we wandered through the square where his family all lives, his sister and grandmother surprised us with a quick hello. Even their pups made a charming cameo, tails wagging with excitement.

Their love felt effortless and stylish. We captured cinematic shots while strolling through Rittenhouse, some Parian cafe vibes at Parc, and wrapped it all up at the Rodin Museum during golden hour. It was a late afternoon that unfolded like a love letter to the city—and to each other.