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Emily Ziegler • August 22, 2025

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If you’re dreaming of a coastal chic wedding, you are going to love this inspiration from Kent Island Resort! This summer, we had the opportunity to participate in a styled shoot at an oh-so-charming wedding venue in Stevensville, Maryland. Think soft ocean hues, breezy textures, and chic details. From the romantic wedding invitations to a sunset boat ride, everything was pure perfection.

Love an east coast wedding aesthetic? You’re going to want to read on!

Bride wearing non-traditional blue ombre dress holding colorful bouquet of peach, white, and blue flowers

A Dreamy Venue on the Water

Kent Island Resort was the perfect place for this styled shoot. Its charming grounds and waterfront views made an elegant backdrop for Katie and Brendan, the real couple who brought the day to life. The bride’s gown featured soft blue ombré layers that echoed the ocean. The groom looked sharp in a light gray suit. We loved the chic, non-traditional take on coastal style.

The resort’s natural beauty and open-air spaces shaped the design of the day. With the bay as a backdrop, the atmosphere felt peaceful.

Bride dressed in coastal blue ombre wedding dress with groom dressed in gray suit with peach tie
Bride and groom stroll the grounds of Kent Island Resort on their wedding day

Shades of Blue Ocean-Inspired Stationery

When the designer of this shoot, Laura, approached Heather and me (Emily) with her vision for the wedding stationery, we were so excited to bring it to life! We knew that we wanted to incorporate shades of blue to echo the ocean, as well as luxurious textures to tie into the florals and the bride’s gorgeous dress. Your invitations set the tone for your wedding, and your day-of wedding stationery helps carry through those design elements throughout the day.

Light Blue Wedding Invitations

Our suite came to life with soft blue tones and romantic script font. Coastal embellishments like an ocean-inspired envelope liner and a gauzy blue silk ribbon elevated the suite. It turned out perfect, and we couldn’t be more thrilled! More than beautiful paper, these pieces helped set the tone for the day, guided guests through the celebration, and offered keepsakes the couple could treasure long after the wedding ended.

Light blue wedding invitation suite with silk ribbon, ocean art envelope liner, and custom floral watercolor monogram
Coastal inspired wedding invitation envelope liner
Coastal chic wedding invitation tied with a light blue silk ribbon
Even the romantic script font echoed the waves of the ocean!

Day-Of Paper Details

When you design custom stationery with us, you don’t just receive invitations — you get a cohesive collection that ties your entire vision together. For the day-of stationery, we designed a wedding program, dinner menu, and vow books. Each paper good coordinated with the invitation suite and the overall coastal vibe of the day.

Custom his and hers wedding vow books with watercolor floral monogram and blue ribbon
The same custom monogram from the invitations also appeared on the vow books.
Coastal wedding program with watercolor ocean artwork
The watercolor artwork from the envelope liner was perfect for the background of the wedding program!
Light blue classic wedding menu card

Coastal Chic Wedding Reception Decor

The reception tables highlighted what makes coastal style so inviting. Textured blue linens, seashell accents, and pastel glassware created a light and airy foundation. Hydrangeas and peach roses added romance; and natural grasses tied the seaside theme together.

Wedding reception welcome table with custom seashell sign and pastel glassware
Coastal chic wedding reception table adorned with peach flowers and natural grasses
Sea glass calligraphed place card atop iridescent plate stack
Hand-calligraphed sea glass place cards by The Pemberley Creative welcomed guests to their seats.

One of our favorite details? A four-tiered cake that mirrored the look of gentle waves. You could just imagine savoring a slice after an evening of dinner and dancing by the water, surrounded by candlelight and laughter.

Four-tiered ocean wave inspired wedding cake on table with driftwood
Ocean wave inspired wedding cake in whites and blues

A Sunset Boat Ride During Golden Hour

The day ended on a truly unforgettable note. Katie and Brendan boarded The Marylander for a sunset cruise. Can you imagine ending your wedding day cruising around the bay, sipping champagne with your best friend while watching the sunset? What a dream!

The golden light on the water created a picture-perfect finale that fully captured the essence of a coastal chic wedding.

Bride and groom strolling hand in hand on a dock
Bride and groom take a sunset cruise around the bay on a boat called The Marylander

Inspiration for Your Own Coastal Chic Wedding

Whether you’re drawn to soft ocean hues, natural textures, or custom paper details, this styled shoot is full of ideas you can use to bring your own coastal chic wedding vision to life. From invitations to tablescapes to a breathtaking boat ride, each element shows how you can create a celebration that honors your unique vision and your love story.

If you’re planning a wedding by the water, we’d love to design the stationery that carries your coastal chic vision from the first impression to the final detail. Reach out today to get started!

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The Talented Vendor Team:

Design & Production: East Coast Styled Shoots // Venue: Kent Island Resort // Photographer: Laura Gares Photography // Tabletop: Pretty Little Wedding Co. // Florist: Wild Event Florals // Hair & Makeup: Illuminate by Amanda Peak // Cake: Cakes by Abby // Stationery: Heather Paperie // Handwritten Calligraphy: The Pemberley Creative // Gowns: East Coast Styled Shoots // Jewelry: L’atelier Tsubomi // Couple: Katie and Brendan // Boat: Captain Jason, Maryland Fishing and Hunting

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