New York Weddings

Let me just say, I would walk a million miles in this bride’s oh so lovely shoes – particularly because they are knock out Badgley Mischka’s and those pretty pumps got to step in the most exquisite of latte-colored Anne Barge gowns. Not to mention that gown and that beauty of a bride and those shoes all got to attend the prettiest of weddings to marry the handsomest of grooms in one of the world’s greatest cities. So when I think about it that way, I would walk a trillion miles in those pretty puppies without a single care about blisters, because after gawking over each and every glamourous image from Captured by Erika Photography, it would all be so worth it. Click here for even more!

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From the Bride…While in the course of planning our wedding a few words came to mind: elegant, fun, indoor/outdoor space, NYC and non-traditional. As David and I were both born and raised in NYC, NYC was first on our list. Luckily, we were able to find Battery Gardens in NYC that fit our criteria.  The venue is situated in Battery Park, right along the water and has amazing views of the river and the Statue of Liberty.Who doesn’t appreciate a gorgeous backdrop of lady liberty against beautiful sunset?

For the decor, we wanted plenty of flowers and candlelight. The colors we chose were black, white and silver with splashes of yellow.  We wanted the feel of the room to be be warm, romantic and cozy. Sean Psomas from Wildflowers really worked with us to achieve our vision and had great ideas on how to best utilize the space of the venue. It was paramount for us that it not have such a traditional wedding hall-esque vibe.  With our input and Sean’s creativity, we decided on long rectangular tables instead of the common rounds and we also incorporated large lemon trees as the centerpieces.  We alternated the tables with either the lemon trees or with large candelabras.  Black urns with low flowers and additional candlelight accompanied the centerpieces and spanned the length of the tables. Votives were also added to the perimeter of the room giving it a warm, intimate vibe.  We even added some loose lemons on the tables and in our flower filled urns -this added the splashes of yellow that made everything pop!

Our invitation suite was adorned with various damask designs which we used as a continuous theme throughout the wedding.  An assortment of damask designs adorned the ceremony programs, menus, escort cards, table numbers, gift bags and even our cake.  Being that we wanted the wedding reception to be a big celebratory party, David and I opted for a DJ versus a band. We both love to dance and we wanted everyone to be able to dance the night away. We wanted our wedding photos to be fun, casual and not so posed.  It was extremely important that all of the details from start to finish were captured in the photos. Erika was able to do this perfectly!  She just let us be ourselves and have fun with the whole day. We even just randomly walked on a New York City bus and she just started snapping away!

As for the dress, I never thought I would do anything other than white, but I found a dress in a color called latte that was just amazing.  I knew that I didn’t want a dress that was common or simple but I did not want one that was too glitzy or over the top either. Admittedly I was worried about the color not being white, but having the dress in this color just made the fabric look even more luxurious and one of a kind.  It was stunning and all in all I was very happy with my choice.  I received non-stop compliments and all of the guests were admiring the details, uniqueness and elegance of the dress.

To sum it all up, it was a great day!  It was filled with sunshine, the usual wedding jitters, lots of laughs, great food & décor. All this, combined with our family and loved ones celebrating alongside us, made for a very happy Bride and Groom .  It was truly a memorable night!

Wedding Photography: Captured by Erika Photography / Venue + Catering: Battery Gardens / Ceremony Location: St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church / Floral Design: Wildflowers Florist & Interior Design / DJ: DJ Rob from 74 Events / Stationery: By Invitation Only / Wedding Dress: Anne Barge / Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Make-up Artist: Once Upon a Bride / Wedding Cake: Hudson Cakery

This adorable bride and groom knew without a doubt that they wanted to say “I Do!” at the Old Field Club in East Setauket… and when you take one look at this amazing venue, it’s easy to see why.  The gorgeous lakeside ceremony and fabulous reception space have me absolutely head over heels in love… add to that the darling details and paper goods designed by Dapper Paper, a fabulous navy blue and magenta color palette, one very stunning wedding gown and brilliant images by Shira Z Photography and you’ve got yourselves one very pretty way to spend a Thursday.  I’ll be in the gallery soaking in every ounce of lovely.  Join me there for even more!

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From the Bride… My husband and I got married on August 19, 2011 at the Old Field Club in East Setauket, NY. The Old Field Club was the only place we wanted to celebrate our big day. The Club was built in 1929 as a swim club for residents of Old Field South. Although, it is now a tennis and beach club it still holds the same charm as it did back then.

Our wedding color palette was navy blue, gray with touches of magenta. I choose a beautiful tulle gown by Christos with crystal and pearl beaded cap sleeves. John, my husband, along with the groomsmen wore a charcoal suit with a navy/white striped tie. My four bridesmaids wore classic J.Crew dresses in navy blue and my flower girl wore an ivory dress from J.Crew, as well. Our ring bearer wore navy pants/white shirt with an adorable gingham tie from Etsy! He carried a custom pillow from Etsy with our wedding date embroidered on it.

We wanted something special for our invitations and paper design. We had an AWESOME design team, Dapper Paper customized everything from our invites, to our escort card tags, menus, table numbers, program fans and donation cards. We also had escort tags tied to adorable watering can succulents. (Also from Etsy.) The table number and donation cards rested on mini easels I bought on Amazon and spray painted white! It was kind of a pain in the neck, but well worth it! Our cake topper was customized as well. Peanut Butter Bandit (Etsy) made a cake topper of John and I and our two rescue dogs. This was probably my favorite added touch at the wedding! In addition, to keep it simple we did all baby’s breath in galvanized pails with a simple navy ribbon tied around it. We also had mini pails line the ceremony aisle and tall pitchers on the deck overlooking the Long Island Sound. We think our wedding was amazing and we hope you do, too!

Wedding Photography: Shira Z Photography / Floral Design: Floral Designs by Nina / Event Design + Invitations: Chris and Elizabeth Boyette of Dapper Paper / Wedding Ceremony + Reception Location: Old Field Club / Bride’s Shoes: J.Crew / Wedding Dress: Christos / Hair + Make-up Design: Cloe Vitale of High Style Bridal Makeup / Watering Can Favors + Escort Tag Holders: SucculentsGalore / Cake Topper: Peanut Butter Bandit / Ring Bearer Tie: Me and Matilda / Ring Bearer Custom Pillow: Giggle Room / Wedding Officiant: Pastor William Britton

Timeless, classic, elegant, perfect – this New York City wedding by the seriously talented Judy Pak is like a fairytale. From the bride’s gorgeous Grace Kelly inspired gown to her top hat-wearing groom to being whisk away in a convertible Royles Royce to every classically elegant detail – it’s easy to see why my wedding-loving self can’t get enough of this gorgeous gala. Lucky for you and me, there is even more of this fairytale in the full gallery of images!

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From the Bride…Our love story feels like something out of a movie! We met at his own birthday BBQ in the Bronx (introduced by his sister!). We fell in love over a tray of pulled pork (we’re both Southerners at heart). We were engaged 7 months later after he proposed on one knee in my studio apartment with an art deco ring I “accidentally” picked out. And seven months after that we were married (at our parish church, the beautiful St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City, surrounded by loads of family and friends from all over the world)!

It was a scorching hot day, but the sun was shining and I was the happiest person in the world. A 1933 Rolls Royce convertible picked us up outside the church after the ceremony, and we created quite the spectacle. Tourists came in throngs to take pictures! Mark pulled out a bottle of champagne and let the cork pop for the entire crowd to see. People were clapping and cheering as we made our way down Fifth Avenue, all the way to the South Street Seaport, where our reception was at. The venue was perfect. Light flooded in the space that overlooks the water and the rock/country band that we hired because they were playing the night Mark threw me a surprise birthday party was a ton of fun.

When Mark and I first started talking about our wedding, we decided we wanted to have as many of the people who have loved and supported us through the years with us on our wedding day, and to celebrate by throwing a great fun party in the city that we met and fell in love in! Working on a budget in NYC was not an easy task. I spent hours scouring blogs and websites and magazines to find really AWESOME vendors at reasonable prices.

I fell in love with my stationery from a rockin’ place in Brooklyn called Lion in the Sun. To see those words in writing for the first time “request the honor of your presence at the nuptial Mass uniting their daughter”…it still makes me giddy with glee. Our photographer, Judy Pak, I stumbled upon on SMP’s website. I was inspired by an engagement shoot she had done. When we met over a cup of coffee at Starbucks for the first time, we just seemed to click and I knew she would do a fabulous job!

The DRESS…was an adventure. I tried on every single dress in the great city of New York and then some more when Mark and I went on vacation in Costa Rica. I kept waiting for that “THIS IS IT!” moment, but it never really came. Finally, as March was upon me and I still had no dress, I went by myself one day after work, saw my dress on the rack, tried it on, and bought it…feeling a little like Grace Kelly and knowing I would be comfortable. It wasn’t until my actual wedding day that I was completely head over heels for my dress.

After I selected each vendor, I trusted them to do what they do best and in the end, we could not have been happier. Everything was beautiful, classy, simple, yet lovely. And from what I can tell, everyone had such a fun time, especially us!

Getting Ready Location: The Palace Hotel, New York City / Ceremony Location: St. Patrick’s Cathedral / Reception Location: Bridgewaters / Caterer: Beth Pokotilow of Bridgewaters / Florist: Tara Simone Powell of Barbara’s Flowers / Cake Designer: Bridgewaters / Band: The Wicked Messengers / Make-up Artist + Hair: JAC Beauty / Wedding Photography: Judy Pak Photography

It’s not hard to find a pretty wedding. Because weddings are innately beautiful. The vows, the moments, the flowers, the details. All pretty. But the magic…the magic is what takes a wedding from pretty to spectacular. The minute I laid eyes on this wedding, I felt that magic in every ounce of my wedding loving self. It’s Great Gatsby meets Breakfast at Tiffany’s. It’s unabashed elegance meets charm and downtown style. It’s the definition of beauty wrapped into the most lovely of packages. And it’s the photography, crafted by Amanda K Photography, that takes this wedding to an entirely new level of stunning. This wedding has left a mark on me and although I could go on and on, instead, I’ll just let you devour it for yourself. Click here to see even more.

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From the Bride…The venue in itself was exquisite.  I had seen weddings at this venue on SMP and knew I needed to visit.  Let me tell you, the outside building at first glance scared me a little, but when I climbed up the rustic wooden stairs and into the main room with the antique crystal chandeliers, into all the secret rooms, the hallway of antique lampshades and mirrors, and was surrounded by the beautiful muted blue/gray walls… I was taken to another place in time.  I wanted the wedding to feel like Great Gatsby, meets Midsummer Nights Dream all in the middle of old Paris in the 1930s, without it being too themey. Not to mention, the owner of the venue also has a huge collection of antique furniture that she lets you use!

I went back and forth about getting a videographer because we wanted to cut costs.  In the end, I am so delighted by how beautifully Kiss the Bride captured the essence of the wedding. I was very skeptical about hiring a florist because I wanted to do everything myself!  My florist, Eunice, did such an amazing job with all the flowers! Most of all, my bouquet brought me over the moon ecstatic. I fell in love with my bouquet and she did over and beyond my expectations, and that’s really hard to do! It was filled with so much romance and I had it wrapped with the left over fabric from my wedding dress!

The three most important decisions I made for this wedding were food, photographer, and my dress (of course!)  Daniel and I LOVE FOOD. Upon doing my research from wedding blogs, Naturally Delicious came highly recommended. I loved the idea that they used fresh ingredients, even straight from their garden.  The food was amazing and our coordinator, Tyler, was over the top amazing.  He made sure every single detail of the wedding was on point.We wanted to start the wedding off with drinks before the ceremony to send out the vibe that this was going to be a really good, good night.  For the cocktail hour, the chefs created foods to mimic foods from our favorite date spots- pork belly buns from Ippudo, tacos from Cascabel, the shroom burger from Shake Shack, and french fries (because we love french fries)!  My mouth is watering just thinking back on the food. They even let us create an ice cream sandwich bar station for our guests. The food was very personal to us and told the story of our relationship through food. We named the specialty drink after my dog, Pickle (the other love of my life). We also had an amazing experience with the liquor store that Naturally Delicious has a relationship with- Heights Chateau.  The owner not only paired the wine to the food but to our personality.  The wine tasting soon became a dinner filled with delicious food, new friends, and great tasting wine!

Looking for a photographer was not easy because NY is filled with so many talented people. I even looked into photographers that were not local.  I had come across an engagement photo shoot on SMP by Amanda K and completely fell in love.  The dress, the scenery, the light, the essence… everything about it was what I wanted my wedding to look like and feel like.  Once I got in contact with the photographer, Amanda, I knew that I had made the right choice.  She was more than accommodating (flew all the way from Oregon) and although the first time we ever met was two days before the wedding… I knew it was meant to be. She has a heart that is beyond this world and I was so blessed and honored that she wanted to capture my wedding.

Now to my dress.  I went to so many different stores and tried on so many dresses.  I started to grow frustrated by the search and thought that maybe I would never find one.  I didn’t want to settle, if I didn’t settle with finding Daniel why would I settle with my dress?! I came across a designer that was debuting her dress for 2011. There is only one vendor in NYC that carries Jenny Packham and I made an appointment the next morning.  It so happened they were having a Jenny Packham trunk show and so her newest collection would be in store the weekend of my appointment.  EVERYTHING was beautiful.  When I came out in the Giralda, the whole shop became quiet and everyone was looking at me.  I felt the magic in my fingers and I knew that I had found the one.

Everything was threading together so perfectly… I’m a perfectionist and a control freak, so I had planned everything way in advance. God had other things in mind. On the day of my wedding arrived Hurricane Irene!!! All of my guests and I were worried about the danger we would be in because the venue was in a mandatory evacuation zone and estimated to have the most damage. People told me that when it rains on your wedding it’s suppose to be good luck, well I’m hoping that with a hurricane my marriage is going to be flooded with love/grace/joy unending… and so far it is. All of the vendors were willing to bump up the time to accommodate for a 4 hour time change to avoid the hurricane.  ALL of them came on time and ready to work to make my wedding happen.  No matter what, plans no plans, I was getting married. Even the guests who lived in mandatory evacuation zones made it!  The day was perfectly overcast for the hundreds of candles to light the whole room. In the end, even though everything seemed like it was falling apart… to have a room filled with overflowing love, all our family, and close friends and to finally end a chapter in my single life to be called someone’s Wife (Daniel’s wife), it was Heaven on Earth.  I hope that in 40 years from now, with my grand-babies in my lap, I will tell them about this magical day filled with mystery, horror, and love.

Wedding Photography: Amanda K Photography / Venue: The Metropolitan Building / Caterer: Naturally Delicious / Liquor: Heights Chateau / Wedding Videographer: Kiss The Bride Films / Day-of Event Design: Rock Paper Scissors Events / DJ: Menyu / Invitations: Angel B Lee / Wedding Dress: Jenny Packham via Designer Loft / Reception Dress: Alice and Olivia via Net A Porter / Veil: Etsy, The Bride / Bridesmaid Dresses: J.Crew / Hair + Make-up: vickyC5 / Flowers: Eutopia NYC

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Rise and shine my LBBers! This bride and groom win the “Best Wedding Inspiration” award this year. Get this. Indian Summer. Since the New York affair was to take place at the very beginning of fall, the stunning couple, along with the lovely team at Chandelier Events, decided to add a few Moroccan lanterns, bright jewel tones, and deep, sultry lighting that created a fantastic Indian Summer ambiance. Luckily for all of us who are craving a little inspiration this morning, Shira Weinberger was on hand to capture the wedding brilliantly. Make sure to pop into the gallery for more of this gorgeous wedding when you’re done!

With the timing of the wedding at the very beginning of fall, we took inspiration from the idea of an Indian Summer. We were also inspired by Marrakesh (cultural inspiration) which led us to use the lanterns and votive holders seen throughout the event. Last but not least, we wanted to celebrate the occasion and have FUN!

We wanted the night to be filled with color and achieved this by using jewel tones of some of our favorite colors – teal, orange, pink and gold. The gray bridesmaids dresses were selected for the sophisticated look that would also work well with our colors.

We wanted the rooms to feel warm to give the night a more intimate feel – which is why we went with low flower arrangements for the tables – so talking and laughing was easy for our esteemed guests.

We also wanted our guests to dance the night away – so the band was a difficult decision but we definitely chose well as the dance floor was packed all night!

For us, our wedding was absolutely perfect! We had the most incredible time – from the personal and emotional ceremony to the touching speeches from family and friends, to the stunning decor that encapsulated us and our guests, to the fun, high-energy band that kept us on our feet – we wish the night could go on forever.

Photography: Shira Weinberger / Wedding Planner: Amy Shey Jacobs, Chandelier Events / Flowers & Decor: StoneKelly / Music: Vali Entertainment / Photobooth: We Love Photobooths / Video: Anna Davis of Open Eye Media / Venue & Catering: Tarrytown House Estate / Dessert Bar: Baked / Cake: Oreos / Ketubah: Rachel Warschawski / Lights: Levy Lighting / Favors: Donation to the Wounded Warrior Project / Stationery: East Six

Entwined Studio is bringing us a gorgeous stunner in wedding form this Monday morning, and I couldn’t be more thrilled about it. Not only is it drop dead gorgeous with the prettiest little details and the sparkliest of shoes, but it also took place in such a fun venue – the Galapagos Art Space. It’s all seriously stylish with the personality of this handsome pair seeping through every little detail, and you can see even more in the full gallery of images!

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From the Bride…Our little love story began in 1998 when Larry and I met in elementary school, becoming friends at 11 years old. We dated for a few months on and off throughout junior and high School until we finally began dating for good at 17. Since then our life together has been blessed with beautiful moments filled with love and happiness, not only from each other but from all of our family and lifelong friends who have supported us all these years. We have always been in awe of how lucky we are and wanted our special day to not only be a celebration of our life together but also celebrate the amazing people that have shared in our love.

In searching for a venue, we knew right off the bat we wanted something different. After researching a few places, we found Galapagos Art Space, a little gem right near the waterfront in DUMBO with amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge. We loved the personality of the space; unabashedly relaxed and different from anything we had seen before and from that moment on it became the inspiration for our wedding. Next, we were on the hunt for photographer that would be able to tell our story and capture the beautiful space we had chosen – enter Entwined Studio. Run by husband and wife, Matt and Angie, there are no two people that were better made for our special day. From the moment the four of us sat down together, it was magic and we knew we had found our match.

From very early on, our goal was to make our personalities shine through as many details as possible. Your Hi Note, the vendor behind all of our stationery, could not have done a better job at capturing the essence of our relationship – playful but deeply in love. Though all communication was done through email, Erin was able to take the hundreds of pictures I sent as inspiration and translate it into something that really got to the core of what we were trying to accomplish. Everything from our invitation suite to our signature cocktail cards was a true reflection of who we are as a couple.

Our ceremony was by far the most special part of our day. As my mother and I approached the church in our fancy wheels, I was overcome with excitement as I realized the moment I had been waiting for my entire life had finally arrived. No words will ever adequately describe the feeling of having those doors open in front of me and seeing Larry for the first time – I was instantly hit with an overwhelming sense of joy and comfort in knowing that after that moment things would never quite be the same. Another very special moment during the ceremony was presenting flowers to the blessed mother in honor of Larry’s mother who passed away in 2006.

Larry and I love to eat so limiting our guests to one meal was just out of the question – we knew having a buffet was the way to go. With Blue Smoke as our caterer, our guests enjoyed everything from pulled pork sliders and jumbo shrimp cocktail to baby back ribs and mac n’ cheese. With bellies full and drinks in hand, our guests danced the night away only taking a break from the music to stop by the photobooth Entwined had setup or to stamp their fingerprint on our guestbook.

Every now and then we took a step back to soak it all in because we knew that in a blink of an eye it would be all over – and it was. But the memories of love we felt that day for each other and from our family and friends will remain with us forever.

Wedding Dress: Amsale / Bride’s Jewelry: Carolee / Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade / Bridesmaid Dress: J.Crew / Bridesmaid Shoes: Nina / Groomsmen Suit: Michael Kors / Ties: Brooks Brothers / Caterer: Blue Smoke / Wedding Photography: Entwined Studio / Wedding Videography: LOVE in PROGRESS video production / Stationery: Your Hi Note / Make-up: Sally Duvall / Floral Design: Opalia Flowers / Venue: Galapagos Art Space / Guestbook: Bleudetoi / DJ: DJ Gaza of 74 Events

Well my darling LBBers, its the time of the week again when we must bid adieu for a couple days. A couple of days in which we can let the prettiness of the week really sink in, and start thinking about how to incorporate it into our own big day. Be sure to pop in tomorrow morning for a special treat, but to get you excited for Monday morning, we’ve got a little preview. Planned by Chandelier Events, the rest of the gorgeous New York affair will be headed your way bright and early on Monday. I’ll see you then! xoxo

Photography courtesy of Shira Weinberger.

The week at a pretty little glance, in case you missed any:

a beachy Same Day Edit with the most adorable couple hailing from Florida
a bit of Colorado Mad Hatter inspiration ripe for the holiday
a California Halloween soiree, á la Dia de los Muertos
a perfrectly classic and elegant Washington D.C. affair
a sweet as cotton candy North Carolina engagement sesh
a rustic Oregon bridal session with the most beautiful bride
a great word of advice on how to plan a wedding in a week
a very modern, very San Francisco wedding
a contemporary La Jolla fête, black, white and yellow all over
a scrumptious Malibu wedding of one of our loved LBB vendors
a beautiful beach affair on the shores of Mackinac Island

A few of our favorite links from around the web:

a great personalized glass jar DIY, perfect for favors via Oh Happy Day
an absolutely perfect Martha’s Vineyard wedding on Once Wed
a graphic bit of wedding inspiration featuring a Missoni bike from The Sweetest Occasion

A bit of old Hollywood glam and a whole lotta lovely, this gorgeous gala by Joe Elario Photography is full of all the little touches that make a wedding blogger like myself embarrassingly giddy. Those fluffy peonies from Fleurtacious Designs? Squeal-worthy. The breathtaking tablescape in the picturesque ballroom? It’s what dreams are made of. I’ll be honest, there have been a few squeals out of this little blogger lady due to the prettiness of this wedding, and you can see all the reasons why in the full gallery of images!

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From the Bride…I’m so thrilled to share with you our wedding day, which was May 20, 2011. The vision for our wedding was a classic yet elegant, old Hollywood-glam look. The Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs, New York became the perfect backdrop for the event we have always dreamed about. The stained glass ceilings and beautiful architecture of the building was just the start of a spectacular day.

Because the wedding was in May, I wanted it to look very spring-like. The beautiful and lush peonies in my bouquet and the girls bouquets, really popped off perfectly from my wedding dress and the bridesmaids mermaid gowns. The beaded lamps on the tables the ballroom really added that Hollywood glam and sparkle, along with the elegant champagne color table linens and light gray napkins.  Touches of light pink and gray were throughout the venue whether it be in design pieces like menus or name tags or in the outrageous flowers in the ballroom.

Our candy bar was a huge hit. Guests raved over this and it gave them a nice treat for the car ride home. This was one of my favorite parts of the wedding, as being a graphic designer I created all of the tags myself. Another fun feature was our photo booth. The backdrop was just awesome and we had so much fun with our guests in it. Everyone really enjoyed themselves and we now have hundreds of hilarious images!

All in all, the day couldn’t have been more perfect in our eyes. Everything went smoothly, and every little detail that we had been planning for months was in it’s place. We couldn’t be happier with the way our wedding day went. We hope you enjoy the beautiful images!!

Wedding Photography: Joe Elario Photography / Photobooth Backdrop: Drop It Modern / Wedding Cinematography: Al Woodard Films / Flowers: Fleurtacious Designs / Event Planning: Christine Wheat Special Events / Ceremony Location: The Church of Saint Peter / Reception Location: The Canfield Casino / Invitations + Design: JennyCDesign / Caterer: 2Shea Catering / Wedding Cake: Villa Italia / Bride’s Shoes: Stuart Weitzman / Wedding Dress: Justin Alexander via Lily Saratoga Bridal Shop / Bridesmaid Dresses: Alvina Valenta via Lily Saratoga Bridal Shop

After spending a whirlwind 24 hours in New York yesterday, I can fully appreciate an affair in the heart of this big, bustling city that feels so intimate, so serene, so full of love. Not to say there isn’t a whole lot of love in the Big Apple, just that it all seems a little fast and furious. But not this beautiful moment in time captured by Mademoiselle Fiona. It’s a glimpse into a gorgeous wedding with a couple that didn’t let the day stress or overwhelm them. Instead they created a breath of fresh garden air that has our hearts beating ever so fast. It’s perfect and it’s all camping out in the full gallery. See it here.

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From the Bride…John and I met in New York. Our relationship has been long distance. We had actually not lived with each other before and prepared our apartment in advance of the wedding and our wedding night was the first night we spent in our new apartment. It was stressful setting up the apartment in a week, but it was more a lead up to the wedding day. We saw our wedding as an occasion to recognize our life starting together. We wanted the wedding to be stress-free and organic, so we tried not to include too many moving pieces.

Through the planning process my sister was there to remind me to not get too caught up in the “wedding day”. That every bride is beautiful and every guest is happy to be there so it will always be special. So stressing before, during and after (paying for it) is really not worth it when the outcome is the same. So I focussed on the details that made me happy (like finding the perfect cake topper, unique bottles and books for the centerpieces), when I noticed something was stressing me too much I brought in a friend or family member to think of a different solution that was either easier or cheaper. The whole process should be happy.

Wedding Photography: Mademoiselle Fiona / Flowers: DIY / Ceremony Location: Ladies’ Pavillon / Reception Location: Savoy Restaurant (SoHo) / Wedding Dress: Blessus

You know those weddings that stop you in your tracks and leave you speechless?  The ones that have you literally picking your jaw up off the floor, they are just that incredible?  You spend your day oohing and ahhing over every last image, every last gorgeous detail… and filling your inspiration folders with pretty?  Well, prepare yourselves, SMPers, because this is one of those weddings.  From the fabulous purple hues, to the beautiful crystal-filled blooms by D3W Creative Concepts to the uber-stunning bride and groom (who also happen to be one fab photography team), this glamorous Brooklyn affair will leave you swooning all.day.long… and then some.  All coordinated by Imaginative Creations by Shanelle and captured in breathtaking images by STAK Photographer Duo, you don’t want to miss a moment of lovely.  Join me in the gallery for even more!

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From STAK Photographer Duo… Anyeka + Josh are also a husband and wife photography team in New York, and got married recently in April.

The ceremony took place in Brooklyn, where he grew up.  A local church by their home.  The wedding reception was at Elite Palace.  After the ceremony, we traveled to DUMBO for a few portraits. In the morning, they got ready at the Brooklyn Marriott because Josh loves the Brooklyn Bridge.

Wedding Photography: STAK Photographer Duo / Wedding Coordinator: Imaginative Creations by Shanelle / Wedding Ceremony Location: Miracle Temple Ministries / Wedding Reception Location: Elite Palace / Floral Design: D3W Creative Concepts / Wedding Cake: Desserts by Dana / Tuxedos: Kleinfeld Men / Wedding Dress: RK Bridal / Prep Location: Brooklyn Marriott / Portrait Location: Dumbo NYC

Ever wonder how some people are able to cram all the important wedding planning into a short amount of time, limiting any stress involved with the process and walking down the isle to their love in record time? All whilst getting everything done? Without going crazy? Yeah. Me too. Some of us were those little boys and girls who started ripping out photos from magazines back in the day before blogging was even a word (guilty). But even for those prepared brides and grooms to be, wedding planning can easily span months, even years, when all you want to do is pledge your love – in the prettiest way possible. Which is why, when Lynda from I DO Wedding Consulting told us her daughter was getting married, in London, and she had a week to plan, we didn’t just let her stop there. I begged her to give us all a little advice on how the heck she got the planning done so quickly. And here is what she had to say.

I was visiting my younger daughter in England when her boyfriend proposed. What a joy to share this time with them! They told me that they wanted a small, elegant wedding… in London, where they live… in seven weeks. So, here was the planner’s challenge! And yes, it can be done.

These are my favorite dozen tips for planning a quick destination wedding with a week to do the planning.

1. As always, start with your guest list. Make “rules” (no kids, only first cousins) and agree to stick to them. You won’t have time to visit more venues if your guest list suddenly mushrooms.

2. Know that you aren’t going to investigate every venue, band and florist in the universe. Ask for recommendations from locals and go from there. We kept with the “Rule of Three” and interviewed no more than three wedding professionals in any category.

3. Know your vision. And stick with it. Go online to help your search, and call your first three venue choices to see if your date is available. Then visit only three – and make your choice.

4. Have a computer with you as often as possible, and stay in touch with the venue and all of your wedding professionals. Ask all of your questions now.

5. Decide what you want. Abundant flowers? Simple centerpieces? Bring photographs to the florist, who is probably very visual and will understand what you want from the pictures.

6. After you have the venue, secure an officiant. Make sure you ask what the local laws are as well as any religious requirements.

7. The minute you have the place and the officiant, start with wedding invitations. And ask about local customs. In London, we discovered that the name of the groom’s parents shouldn’t be listed on the invitation unless they are helping to give the wedding, the letters RSVP appear on the bottom corner of even the most formal invitations even if there is a separate RSVP card, the RSVP card should have some sort of check-off spot rather than just a blank card, AND the first names of the guests should be hand-calligraphied at the top of the invitation. In addition, no return address is used on the envelopes! Remember not to put stamps on an RSVP envelope if the invitation is going to another country.

8. The “Rule of Three” works with music too. Meet with no more than three bands/DJs/entertainment companies. The goal is to find a sound you like… And quickly.Venues and other wedding professionals will have recommended lists of vendors. Ask if these groups pay to be on the list. And if you start seeing the same name on several lists, you can figure that they are well-known and reliable. Even if a vendor is paying to be on a list, a venue can’t afford to have someone who doesn’t perform well.

9. Call a bakery or two and make an appointment to have a cake tasting, not just a chat. Either bring in photos of cake designs you like or be prepared to choose one that the bakery shows you.

10. Block rooms for guests. The “Rule of Three” applies again here. Remember to find hotels in different price ranges. Guests will already be spending a lot of money to get to the wedding. And if you are a member of a club in your home city that has reciprocal privileges in the city of the wedding, you may find some treasures. We found a terrific hotel in London, right around the corner from the wedding venue, this way.

11. Wedding dress shopping… The “Rule of Three” applies here too! But as with other dresses, you sometimes can’t tell how a dress looks on a hangar. Go to no more than three shops, but try on lots of dresses at each.

12. If you will be providing welcome bags for your guests, go to the tourist area in the city. I went to the souvenir shops in Piccadilly Circus and got everything… the bags themselves, London umbrellas, Kate and William pens, and the like.

What is most important at this wedding, and at every other, is the people. The room will be filled with guests who truly love the bride and groom and who mean so much to the couple. All of the other details will fall into place.

Aren’t these two sweethearts just the most darling duo you ever did see?  (Answer: Yes. They. Are.)  The combination of their sweet as can be love story (meeting in med school), love of reading (a couple after my own heart) and one charming engagement session in both Midtown Manhattan (where they were engaged) and Riverside Park has me smiling from ear.to.ear.  Not to mention the lovely images captured by Frost Photography, aka the fabulous icing on one very adorable cake.  Don’t miss a moment.  Join me in the gallery for even more!

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From Frost Photography… These two lovebirds, Adam and Jenn, met at NYU Med School and somehow managed to build a relationship despite their rigorous studying schedule.  Now Jenn is an anesthesiologist and Adam is on his way to a PhD in addition to his MD.  They wanted engagement photos that conveyed their love in Midtown Manhattan where they spend a lot of time and where Adam proposed.

As we talked and I discovered their love for reading, I suggested that we tie in a theme of words to their engagement shoot. So with the famous love sculpture nearby, plus chalkboards, a DIY banner, letter blocks, and a stack of textbooks packed up in a rolling suitcase, we set off to capture the essence of what it must have been like to be two busy med students in love.   After Midtown, we took a cab up to Riverside Park on the Upper West Side for some gorgeous sunset shots. These two are tying the knot on Long Island in June.

Wedding Photography: Frost Photography / Locations: Midtown, Columbus Circle + Riverside Park / Blue Dress: Express / Purple Dress: Lord and Taylor / Ring: J. Birnbach / Chalkboard + Letter Props: Amazon / Banner: DIY

There isn’t much I love more than a brunch wedding.  Except for maybe a lovely ceremony in a botanical garden.  This simply sweet wedding, captured by Ellie M. Photography, paired the two together for a really special celebration.  The small, personal touches make a big, big impact in such a gorgeous setting. Click here to see all the details!

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From Ellie M. Photography…They met at a conference/training for work. Damian would be there for 6 months while Paloma only a couple of days. One night after work a bunch of co-workers decided to go out to the local bar. Damian noticed Paloma then and realized he had to approach her since she was leaving soon. They turned the couple dates, into dating long distance and when it became even more serious, Paloma decided to move to New York to be closer to Damien. In December, Damian asked her father for her hand in marriage and a few months later, he proposed.

The couples closest family and friends came out to the Brooklyn Botanical Garden to celebrate this intimate and beautiful wedding. After the ceremony we headed to Frankies Spuntino to celebrate with family style brunch. Long tables, with burlap runners, the centerpieces were mason jars filled with flowers. In the background of people laughing and enjoying themselves you could hear the 1920 & 30’s jazzy music and champagne bottles popping. It was a perfect ending to the day.

Wedding Photography: Ellie M. Photography / Make-up: Amy Zounowski-Roe / Hair Stylist: Tamara New York / Florist: Poppies Floral / Officiant: Kimberly Worley / Ceremony Location: Brooklyn Botanical Garden / Reception Location: Frankies Spuntino

This gorgeous wedding by Todd France Photography embodies that modern elegance you can’t really put to words. Understated and classic yet incredibly stylish – it’s a wedding that will never go out of style, but is unique and oh so fabulous. It’s an affair that will make your Friday feel so much more glamourous, and really – how can you go wrong with that? See even more of this elegant beauty here!

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From Todd France Photography…Sean is the hotelier and restaurateur behind such massive successes as The Jane, The Maritime, and The Bowery Hotels, and Rachelle is the founder of guestofaguest.com. The couple embodies modern elegance and style both in their work and in their personal lives, so it was no doubt that their wedding was a tasteful affair to be remembered. Rachelle’s dress was designed by Cynthia Rowley, who was on hand to make sure everything was as beautiful as can be.  The couple celebrated on the gorgeous Montauk property of photographer Peter Beard. Guests were treated to a lush, intimate setting complete with a flower-petal lined pathway which led to the tent where the reception was held.  Inside, the celebration continued into the evening amongst family, friends, music, and delicious food.

Wedding Photography: Todd France Photography / Event Production: Jenny Landey Productions Inc. / Ceremony + Reception Location: Private Montauk Oceanfront Property / Tent: Sperry Tents / Lighting: Luminous Designs / Wedding Gown + Veil: Cynthia Rowley / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo + Stuart Weitzman / Hair + Make-up: Ric Pipino / Floral Design: Flower Girl NYC / Catering: Debbie Geppert Caterers / Wedding Cake: Sacred Sweets

Your jaws are literally going to hit the floor when I tell you that this breathtaking Pearl River affair was planned in just six short months.  Yes, it’s true.  Six short months was all it took to pull of this magnificent soiree, complete with some seriously stunning florals and decor by the amazing Hatch Creative Studio, gorgeous invitations and paper goods by Suite Paperie, Inc. (The Bride!) and beyond brilliant images captured by Craig Paulson Photography.  With a dream team like that, who needs longer?  Trust me, you’ll be swooning over every last minute of this magical affair for days.  Join me in the gallery for even more!

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From the Bride… We had a very short engagement. We had been dating for almost 7 years- there was no need to wait! 6 months was all it took to plan a spectacular black tie affair! The planning process was so much fun for me. I have my own design company, Suite Paperie, a design house that creates custom invitations and paper goods for weddings and events. And I have many connections in the industry, so I hired my friends and colleagues to help me out!

The first person I approached was a no brainer for me: Barb from Hatch Creative Studio had to do my flowers and décor. I worked with Barb during my summers in college, and it was so important to me to have someone I trusted to bring my creative visions to life. After hours of poring over inspiration, sketches and visits to the flower market, Barb and her team surpassed all my expectations and wildest dreams on the day of the wedding. She took my love for vintage and my vision for a Victorian atmosphere, and spun them together to create a garden-like atmosphere that was jaw dropping. Our chuppah was undoubtedly my favorite piece that Hatch created. Created from a sketch I made, a spectacular (and giant) chuppah was created using 3 different draped fabrics and a crystal chandelier. The combination of off-white and peach laces, chiffon and cotton draped to perfection and uplit by amber lights was breathtaking!

Ian and I felt very strongly about having artsy photography. We wanted those romantic and dramatic shots using natural light. I turned to none other than the SMP little black book, and came across the wonderfully talented Craig Paulson. From the moment we met Jean and Tanya, we knew they were the right photographers for us. They are so enthusiastic and talented – we immediately signed on. Jean and Tanya totally exceeded our expectations with the shots they got (over 1500!). They captured every single moment and emotion, and we didn’t even realize they were there!  We couldn’t speak more highly of these amazing ladies. Hire them!

I started an inspiration folder on my desktop where I organized and stored images I loved. I found myself pulling images with warm tones, antique décor and regal finishes. After sorting through hundreds of pulled inspiration photos, I named my wedding theme “Victorian garden.” I wanted my flowers to be loose and have a fresh garden feel with a mix of peach, pale pinks and purples with leafy green accents. Since I was designing all the paper goods, I focused on the escort table a lot. I wanted the table to be a show-stopper, a statement piece! Our escort cards were all hand written and adorned with a cream lace on the bottom of each card. The table was set up to perfection using vintage mirrored trays and mercury glass vases filled with fresh blooms. The save the dates, invitation suite, programs, and escort cards were super important to me- as they were a reflection of my business! I wanted every guest to feel the love that I put into designing these paper goods.

For our invitations I teamed up with letterpress printer extraordinaire, Kevin Cox of Jazyrain Letterpress. He printed our gold and purple design onto Crane’s 220# lettra paper (super thick and yummy), with matching RSVP and envelope printed in gold. We designed a pattern using elements from the invitation to use as the envelope liners. Vintage stamps and computer printed calligraphy adorned each envelope to complete the suite. Our programs were 8 page booklets, written and assembled with lots of love! We explained all of the traditions of an orthodox Jewish wedding, shared our story and paid much respect to our families, friends and loved ones. Each program was adorned with a gold foil doily and wrapped with either a champagne or wine-colored satin ribbon.

The place we chose, The Pearl River Hilton in Pearl River, NY was perfect. We wanted a hotel where our friends and family could stay- make a whole weekend out of the affair! The space itself is gorgeous and has a Victorian feel to it. Gorgeous molding, lighting fixtures marble and carpets. Gerry, the coordinator at the hotel was beyond a pleasure to work with and helped make our 270 person wedding flow seamlessly. Les from Northern Valley Affairs worked with us endlessly on our menu until it was absolutely perfect. Guests are still raving about the wonderful food! Kosher caterers don’t get much better than this.

Wedding Photography: Jean Spencer + Tanya Salazar of Craig Paulson Photography / Catering: Northern Valley Affairs / Flowers + Décor: Barb of Hatch Creative Studio / Wedding Invitations + Paper Goods: Suite Paperie, Inc. (The Bride) / Wedding Venue: Pearl River Hilton, Gerry Burns / Bride + Bridesmaid Hair: Chris Brescia + Donna Hernandez / Makeup: Sadah Saltzman / Letterpress Printing: Kevin Cox of Jazyrain Letterpress / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo

Clean lines and marvelous museum affairs makes my heart sing the prettiest of songs. There is just something so absolutely perfect about the marriage of beautiful artwork and an equally beautiful fête, particularly when the bride is inspired by the museum itself. So my heart is most certainly singing over this gorgeous gala captured by one of my all time favorites – Jen Huang, with seriously stylish florals from Denise Fasanello Floral Design at the Brooklyn Museum. There is so much style to be had, and you can see all the reasons why I am hitting the high notes in the full gallery of images!

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From Denise Fasanello Floral Design…Quite simply this wedding was inspired by the Brooklyn Museum itself. Both Jessica and Michael wanted a minimalist, and clean design that would compliment the museum’s rich art collection without distracting from it. The ceremony was held inside the entrance under a striking contemporary glass canopy. The canopy allows for a copious amount of natural light to reign down while beautifully fusing with the building’s original marble facade. A true marriage of traditional and modern design.

After the ceremony guests were led to the grand Beaux Arts ballroom where the reception was held. The graphic marble tiling on the floor inspired the centerpiece design. Each table held a trio of vases with single flower groupings in deep magenta, purples and blues. Bright chartreuse green was added in order to keep it light and fresh feeling.

All the details were captured so beautifully under photographer Jen Huang’s artful gaze. A masterpiece.

Venue: Brooklyn Museum / Floral Design: Denise Fasanello Floral Design / Wedding Photography: Jen Huang Photography / Wedding Dress: Pnina Tornai / Hair: Heather Olexa / Make-up:  Laura Nadeau of Lo & Co / Wedding Cake: Duane Park Patisserie / Caterer: Restaurant Associates / Menswear: Paul Smith / Film Work: Richard Photo

We’ve seen a few engagement videos popping up here and there and I have to say I love this new trend.  What a sweet way to remember the beginnings of your life together.  When you are as full of love as the two lovebirds in Fioravanti Films‘ video something magical happens on the screen.  What caught my eye, though, just as much as how comfortable they look in front of the camera, is how beautifully the area in Brooklyn was captured.  It’s such a wonderful way to pay tribute to a city and to love.

From Fioravanti Films…This engagement session was recorded at Brooklyn Bridge Park. It was a beautiful day and the setting was gorgeous. It all worked out perfect to show the love that goes on between this couple. They picked out the song and their love, the location and the lighting of the day just all came together to be a perfect engagement video. We surprised the couple and showed them and their guests the video during the reception…it was awesome to see their faces and their reaction watching it.

Cinematography: Bruno Fioravanti + Michelle Marques of Fioravanti Films

People often ask me what my wedding style is. The honest truth is that I don’t have one. Some days I lean towards a cleaner, more modern look. Other days I love to embrace the richness and warmth of a rustic affair. But I suppose the weddings that give me the most butterflies are those that are a little bit classic, a little bit country. A little bit chic and sophisticated, a little bit sweet and girly. But most of all, I love to see weddings where you can literally feel the happiness radiating out of each and every picture. Leo Patrone Photography, photog extraordinare behind today’s next wedding is a master at finding the most beautiful of moments in the quietest of looks, the subtlest of smiles. And this patrone-ographed wedding is a pure masterpiece. Oh and if you’re interested in seeing just how freaking awesome this couple is …make sure you watch the save the date video below. It’s beyond. Click here to see the full gallery.

And the save the date video that has me convince I could be best friends with this pair….

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Last but certainly not least, the gorgeous-in-every-way film courtesy of Well Spun Wedding Films.

From the Bride…Our dream wedding would been a simple backyard wedding where family and friends could just kick back, relax, and enjoy some good food and each others’ company.  But since backyards are pretty hard to come by in NYC, we did the next best thing available and chose to have our wedding under a tent in the “backyard” of the Glenmere Mansion. We invited everyone we love to come celebrate the day with us, including our puppy who came dressed in her very best.  In fact, since our puppy was the star of our save the date, it was only proper that she should attend.

The wedding had a formal dress code, but we wanted our guests to feel like they were at an intimate family gathering by serving a family style menu. Our floral designer, Karen Splendido, did a wonderful job transforming a blank canvas with her beautiful centerpieces.  She also created the perfect peony and juliet rose bouquet to compliment the romantic style of my Jenny Packham dress.

Rain threatened to come down every minute leading up to our ceremony, which almost dashed my dreams of an outdoor wedding.  Our wonderful coordinator, Katie Berger, did everything possible (including setting up two ceremony areas) so that we wouldn’t have to give up hope until the last minute.  Luckily, the rain held off just long enough for us to say our vows.  We are so happy that our photographer, Leo Patrone, and videographer, Well Spun Wedding Films, did such a great job capturing all the moments even in the misty rain.

We were very lucky to have had a lot of help throughout the process.  The wedding was put together in less than four months, which meant that I had to cheat on some things (like decorating the tables with table letters from Urban Outfitters) and had to rush on others when I realized I had dropped the ball (my mother made my veil for me a week before the wedding when I couldn’t find one and ran out of time to order anything).  And even though our vendors were wonderful, our families made it a special and personal affair.  A cousin officiated the ceremony, other cousins sang during the ceremony and others helped to put together all the escort cards, name cards, menus and programs.  Even though the wedding required a lot of work and time, it truly was an incredible day that we will always remember.

Wedding Photography: Leo Patrone Photography / Wedding Cinematography: Well Spun Wedding Films / Floral Design: Splendid Stems / Event Planning: Sara Kate Events / Ceremony + Reception Location + Catering: Glenmere Mansion / Tenting: Sperry Tent / Bride’s Shoes: Yves Saint Laurent / Wedding Dress: Jenny Packham / Bolero: B H L D N / Save the Date: Mallory Berry / Lighting: Stortz Lighting / Make-up: Laura Nadeau of Lo & Co. / Cupcakes: Everything Frosted

If there is a way to kick off a week in the prettiest of fashions, it’s most certainly with the lovely Karen Wise. She has, yet again, wowed us with another New York knock out to make sure our Monday is ever so lovely. Before we get into it all though, I have to admit my seriously mad crush for the bride’s bouquet by Engaging Floral Designs. Rustic.elegant.perfection. Don’t you agree? It’s all equally breathtaking, and there is so much more to eat up in the full gallery of images!

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From the Bride…Kelley and I met at his going away party in Manhattan, although I didn’t know it was his party at the time… or that he was going away!  My sister’s friend from college was studying physics at Columbia with Kelley, and my sister invited me.  Kelley and I started chatting at the party, but I thought he was uninterested because he kept chatting up everyone else as well.  I later found out that the party was his graduation party and he was saying goodbye to all of his friends.  He only had three more days in the city and then he was going on a month-long motorcycling trip to India.  He was then scheduled to move to West Point, which is about an hour north of Manhattan, to teach Physics (Kelley is a Major in the Army).  We spent the next few days together almost non-stop, and then Kelley left for India, and neither of us knew if we would see each other again.  He emailed me and we wrote back and forth, casually at first, and by the end of his trip we were writing each other almost every day and we knew we would see each other when he returned.  When Kelley got back we dated by traveling up and down the Hudson River.  I would take the train to visit him, which is why our save the date was a train ticket.  Eventually, we moved in together, and rented an apartment in Cold Spring, NY in the Hudson Valley.

When Kelley proposed, I had received a promotion at work (I worked in HR at a hedge fund in Connecticut), it was my 28th birthday, and our 2 year anniversary.  We had so much to celebrate, I didn’t think a proposal was coming even when Kelley surprised me with lunch at Per Se.  He knew I would want to have a say in the design of my engagement ring, so he gave me a simple gold ring on a necklace.  I didn’t figure out he was proposing until I read the engraving “Will you marry me” on the inside of the ring.  That ring is now my wedding band.

When we were planning the wedding, we wanted everything to be elegant but comfortable at the same time.  Where we could, we included our local favorites and sentimental details from our relationship.  The wedding and reception were at the country club attached to our favorite restaurant in the area, The Tavern at the Highlands Country Club.  The favors were burnt caramel and Hawaiian sea salt truffles from a chocolate shop in our town.  The invitations and all of the paper goods were custom made by my friend Misako, who owns the paper company, To You From Me.  Kelley and I share a love for wine, so both the invitations and the flowers included vines.

I studied photography at Cornell, so the other aspect that was really important was that we have good quality photos.  I came across our photographer, Karen Wise, through a friend.  I fell in love with her documentary style, which went with the relaxed feel of the wedding.  She also uses medium format film, which is impossible to find, and the photos made everything look that much better.  The wedding was not only gorgeous, but incredibly touching and great fun!

Wedding Photography: Karen Wise Photography / Floral Design: Engaging Floral Designs / Band: Miracle via IGMC / Venue: The Highlands Country Club / Coordinator: Adrienne Madama / Stationery: To You From Me, Misako Rothery / Wedding Dress: Priscilla of Boston / Favors: Bittersweets

This small and intimate Brooklyn wedding is just what the doctor ordered this morning on SMP New York. And we are loving every casual and colorful inch designed and planned by Brilliant Event Planning. The table decor and flowers are so cheerful and bright, it’s hard not to smile when looking at these gorgeous images from Kate Triano Photography. Oh, and as a former English major, I must say that I’m in love with the motto on the menu encouraging guests to remember to live. Totally brilliant. Click here for more.

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From the Bride, Vanessa…Nicole and I met when I was looking for a roommate.  Everyone says not to date your roommate and we tried not to for a long time but after a few months it was clear to everyone that we should be together. Nicole proposed around 7am after dragging me from sleep. Apparently, it can be very nerve-wracking to propose.

As far as our inspiration, we loved the space and wanted it to be as authentic as possible.  We wanted the flowers to be the brightest spots and were so happy with the color from the peonies and hydrangeas. We wanted our wedding to reflect who we are and how we live.  We wanted a relaxed, convivial reception with a focus on the friends, family, food and drink.

My most vivid memory is walking in and seeing everyone we love in one place cheering for us, it was unbelievable and remains our favorite memory.

Wedding Photography: Kate Triano Photography / Wedding Planning + Design: Brilliant Event Planning / Flowers: Posies / Make-up: Sharon Becker, SB Beauty / DJ: Mandy of 74 Events / Dessert: Two Little Red Hens