Classic Brooklyn Wedding from Karen Wise Photography

Confession. I love Karen Wise‘s work. Sometimes, I honestly wish I could hang it on my walls. She just knows how to shoot an amazing wedding. She knows how to capture every moment. Pair her up with an all-star team of Little Black Book vendors (Lion in the Sun, Face Time Beauty), and voila! You’ll get something magical. Something like this New York City Wedding. It feels like a classic little black dress, doesn’t it? Timeless, with a little touch of sexy. Uniquely beautiful. And perfect. For more of this beautiful couple, check out Karen’s blog.

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Uli and I are true New Yorkers at heart. I’m originally from Nebraska and he is from Mexico. We met at happy hour in the meat packing district. Uli charmed me for two years while, as most New York girls do, I played “hard-to-get.” He finally popped the question in an unforgettable evening in Baltimore alongside our new family member, our beloved French Bulldog, Oliver.

We wanted our wedding to be elegant, romantic and a reflection of our New York roots. We conducted the ceremony in our usual Sunday mass church on Park Avenue. The ceremony had an unmistakable touch of ourselves as readers shared wonderful scriptures in “Spanish-accent” English and we were joined by a diverse group of friends from multiple countries and parts of the US. In total, we had over 10 countries represented and a number of major and small towns across the US.

Our reception was small and intimate at a nontraditional space, the River Café. It sits at the base of the Brooklyn Bridge and hosts one of the most amazing views of Manhattan. Our colors were silver, black, and ivory which merged well with the city lights.

We were fortunate that our day went off without a hitch. Our wedding planner Anna from Just About Married was top notch and Luke at River Café proved to be a God sent. After a wonderful night we departed back to where it all started – New York City. Our photographer, Karen Wise, provided us with the most wonderful wedding gift, several thousand pictures of this unforgettable night.

Wedding Planning: Anna Leath of Just About Married / Flowers: United Floral / Photography: Karen Wise Photography / Band: Hank Lane / Reception Location, Cake & Catering: The River Café / Hair & Makeup: Face Time Beauty / Stationery: Lion in the Sun / Limo: Tran-Star Executive / Ceremony Venue: St. Ignatius Loyola / Linens & Rentals: Classic Party Rentals / Groom’s Tuxedo: Hugo Boss /  Bride’s Dress: Pnina Tornai from Kleinfeld / Bride’s Jewelry: Michael F and Co. Jewelers / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo

25 Comments about “Classic Brooklyn Wedding from Karen Wise Photography”

1. Ashley says:

   May 16, 2011 at 12:34 pm

   I could only find the engagement shoot... (I love the Frenchie! I have one also.)
2. Ashley says:

   May 16, 2011 at 12:38 pm

   Are those the silver "Clue" Choos, or gold?
3. HiLLjO says:

   May 16, 2011 at 12:45 pm

   LOVE the all-white wedding! SO CHIC!
4. Mallory says:

   May 16, 2011 at 12:55 pm

   @Ashley, for more of this wedding, check out the gallery: http://www.stylemepretty.com/gallery/gallery/karen-wise-photography+3480 . And they are the silver Choos. Hope that helps!

   @HiLLjO, isn't the white so romantic and chic? LOVE it.
5. Jennie D. says:

   May 16, 2011 at 1:18 pm

   So rich and chic... beautiful!
6. Katie says:

   May 16, 2011 at 1:21 pm

   Your invitations are great! I'm in Boston but would love to know who you used and/or if you have a up close picture?

   Thanks! Katie
7. Mallory says:

   May 16, 2011 at 1:24 pm

   @Katie, the wedding stationery (including invites) are all from Lion in the Sun. See the credit's for a link! Hope that helps.
8. Michelle | GOLD-HEARTED JEWELRY says:

   May 16, 2011 at 1:27 pm

   Love their save the dates!
9. ABS says:

   May 16, 2011 at 3:02 pm

   I have been looking for a clutch just like this. I would love to know where it's from!!
10. Mallory says:

    May 16, 2011 at 3:03 pm

    @ABS, isn't the clutch to die for? We're looking into the source for you.
11. r says:

    May 16, 2011 at 3:13 pm

    Perfection! Something about a NYC wedding just makes my heart skip a beat... *sigh* Wonderful wedding!
12. Linsey says:

    May 16, 2011 at 4:01 pm

    We had a blast working on this wedding! She looks beautiful and it was such a dream team of vendors!
    Karen Wise really captured the look and feel perfectly.
13. A says:

    May 16, 2011 at 4:05 pm

    I second the need for the source on the clutch!
14. Megan Greenlee says:

    May 16, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Beautiful work, Karen. I love the backlit images:)
15. ABS says:

    May 16, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    @Mallory thank you for looking into the clutch!
16. Kelly says:

    May 16, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    Love all the details! Simple and elegant.
17. Mallory says:

    May 17, 2011 at 7:25 am

    @Ashley, correction, the Jimmy Choo's are actually the gold version.

    @ANS, @A - the clutch is vintage! The bride picked it up at a local boutique a while ago.
18. Romaana says:

    May 17, 2011 at 9:28 am

    Does anyone know where I can find sandals like that i.e. for guests for the dance floor?
19. carla says:

    May 17, 2011 at 10:07 am

    Makeup and hair is gorgeous! And those shoes....
20. lr says:

    May 17, 2011 at 11:07 am

    The tables look gorgeous! Can you tell me where you find those awesome tall candleholders?
21. Mallory says:

    May 17, 2011 at 11:09 am

    @Ir, we're looking into the candleholders for you. Isn't this a fabulous wedding?
22. Mallory says:

    May 17, 2011 at 11:10 am

    @Romana, the flip flops are from Old Navy, of all places!
23. Mallory says:

    May 17, 2011 at 11:29 am

    @Ir, the candelabras were rented from the florist, United Florist.
24. Laura says:

    May 17, 2011 at 11:30 am

    You live in my building (I can tell from the view and the windows)! Too funny - it's a small world! Your wedding is gorgeous!

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