Cinematography: Fiore Films / Venue: Mandarin Oriental New York / Event Design & Planning: State Of The Art NYC / Photographer: Denis Reggie / Flowers: Ovando / Dress: Ines DiSanto / Band: Hank Lane

In case you missed them, here are the pretty posts from SMP New York this week:

two show-stopping dresses one stylish Brooklyn bride
a rainy day rooftop wedding
getting to know Mr. Boddington’s Studio
city chic in Tribeca

A few pretty things we found around the web…

a steal-worthy wedding idea via Glamour & Grace
oh me, smores in a jar. Enough said. via Emmaline Bride
a gorgeous peach palette round up via The Perfect Palette

Have a simply fabulous weekend everyone! We’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo, A.Blaire

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Post tags: Denis Reggie, Fiore Films, Hank Lane, Ines Di Santo, Mandarin Oriental New York, New York, New York City, Ovando, State of the Art NYC, Wrap it up Pretty
Post categories: New York City Weddings, New York Weddings

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So I totally got the chills watching this little clip from Fiore Films, so I think you should all watch it too!

From Laura Bianco of My Bellissima: When Susan and Todd originally came to My Bellissima to plan their wedding back in 2009, we knew they were special, but never knew how much they had been through. Todd suffered from a brain aneurism 3 years ago and from this has struggled to get back to the way he was 9 years ago when he first began to date Susan. Susan nurtured Todd and from this fell in love all over again. Last March, Susan discovered a tumor growing on her hip.  After the removal of the tumor and much physical therapy,  she thought she was in the clear to walk down the aisle in October. Unfortunately, her hip did not heal properly and was still in fact broken. She was put in a full body cast up until a week before her wedding. During all of this they BOTH lost their jobs and it was truly a cross to bare.  They couldn’t cancel the wedding due to the several thousands of dollars they had put down on deposits. At that point they did what they could and made the best of this continuous black cloud that always seemed to loom overhead. Until finally, on October 8th 2010, the skies cleared up and turned into an incredible wedding day! Susan and Todd Lawrence were married at The Stone House At Sterling Ridge in Warren NJ.  The setting couldn’t have been more perfect. Surrounded by family and friends, Susan and Todd said their “I Do’s”  under a Chuppa adorned with hanging crystals, candles and soft white drapes. They treated their guests to a cocktail style reception with an eclectic mix of stations. Her tablescapes varied from submerged calla lilies,  to runners of textures (Hydrangea, candles, both floating and votives and blue crystals).  Instead of a sweetheart table, Susan and Todd sat in a lounge fit for a king and queen filled with various couches and custom pillows. They had a silhouette theme throughout their wedding as well. From the menu’s, to the cake and table numbers, they made sure to follow their theme from beginning to the end.  Susan and Todd ended the night with Smores and cigars on the outside patio with their guests. It truly was a magical event.

Photography: Jamie K. Photography / Cinematography: Fiore Films / Flowers: A Touch of Elegance / Event Planning: My Bellissima / Ceremony and Reception Location: The Stone House At Stirling Ridge

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Never seen one of Sharrone’s Hot Shot Films? You’re in for a REAL TREAT!

Cara & Lance Hot Shot from Fiore Films on Vimeo.

From Sharrone … What an amazing time we had! Our good friend Steve from Cinci (Studio Z Films) came out to join us and rocked the steadicam! Special thanks to Josh as well. We were so happy to be a part of this special shoot and Cara & Lance’s amazing wedding. Congratulations you crazy cats!

Hope you’re having a lovely first Valentine’s Day as newlyweds, Cara and Lance!

“Forget dark chocolate and oysters. If you want to get in the mood, pop in a Fiore Films flick”
– Event DV Magazine

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from Sharrone …

It is absolutely priceless to sit down and chat with two people, so in love, so excited to get their wedding plans in check, and even more excited start their lives together! I live for watching them laugh at each other’s jokes, and look at one another after every other sentence. When Chris and I decided to launch Fiore Films, we had one thing in mind…”keep it small and chic”…our vision remains the same today. The editing room is where it all began for me which is why I like to keep all the post production for myself. I always find myself smiling, laughing, and crying during every edit…simply because each and every one of our clients mean so much to us. What we do is very personal and always comes from the heart. It means the world when a couple asks us to capture such a meaningful day for them…then trust us enough to tell their story. For me and Chris, that’s what it is all about. We find the brides who call us to be the ones who care deeply about having an extraordinary wedding film. It is credited to this savvy bride and groom who have discovered a once underground world of incredible talents, there is no wonder that demands for fabulous wedding films are becoming more and more popular today.

One thing that we have been getting lots of positive buzz about is our concept films. For Danielle and Jerry’s Save The Date, we filmed at the gorgeous Westmount Country Club where they are actually getting married. It was two grueling days of shooting in the scorching sun, but we had so much fun! Jerry’s hilarious undertones and his obsession with one little hedgehog kept us all hysterical laughing the entire time. We just can’t wait to shoot their wedding in August!

Congratulations Sharrone and Chris! You guys are truly amazing!!

We have one more film for you to complete our week of cinematographers honored by Event DV in 2009. So check back later this afternoon!

And once again our sincere congratulations to all of the cinematographers and their teams named in Event DV’s 2009 list … and to ALL the studios in our Little Black Book for making the wedding film industry what it is today!!! Sooooooo exciting!

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Melissa and John … oh my gosh!

When Sharrone sent us their HOT SHOT, we absolutely, positively loved it. You don’t know what a HOT SHOT is? Really? Listed under Give Me More on Sharrone’s website ~ it’s a cinematic shoot of the bride and groom taken before the wedding day. If you know anything about our Little Black Book cinematographers, you already know about Sharrone and Fiore Films ~ so you KNOW this film is going to be something good!  No more prep ~  just watch!

SO cute! If you don’t have a smile on your face right now … you clearly didn’t watch the film!

Fast forward and it’s wedding time!  The amazing LBB photographer, Wayne Yuan was there to capture Melissa & John’s celebration in grand style!

” … our first wedding of 2010!  Melissa looked like a Korean pop star (smile), and John never looked happier. There were plenty of anxious moments and a heart-pounding walk down the aisle ~ but after they were married, they waltzed their way into The Venetian’s new ballroom! Followed by a surprise sexy tango! It was an evening full of wonderful memories …

{See their whole wedding here}

Between Wayne’s stunning images and Sharrone’s fantastic films … Melissa & John’s wedding will be remembered forever!

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Photography: Wayne Yuan Photography Cinematography: Fiore Films, Flowers: A & K Floral Designs, Event Design: Magic Moments, Event Planning: Cosmic Entertainment, Venue: The Venetian, Invitations: Gartner Studios

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Post categories: Cultural Beauty, Little Black Book Blog, Traditional Elegance, Wedding Cinematography, Wedding Photography

Watch … and behold Fiore Films in Action!

Seriously terrific!

A few excerpts from Sharrone’s blog comments about this next day edit …

Loved your light ~ Most importantly, I felt like this really showed the personality of the couple ~AMAZING WORK (As Usual)!!!!!!!!!!  ~ This is authentic. Genuine. The real thing baby!  ~ Intense and spectacular! ~ I have chills all over ~ Hot damn that was awesome!

Again, Fiore Films … Sharrone … you’re amazing!

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And if you’re fortunate enough to book Fiore Films, you will be forever blessed with a masterpiece! Because Sharrone is a master … a master at creating intensely romantic, edgy, cinematic-style wedding films.  Her dramatic style pulls you to the edge of your chair, waiting to see what happens next! True, passionate storytelling at its best.

We have a trailer from Andree and Bryan’s stunning spring wedding at the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia to prove our point. See for yourself …

See what we mean? Fiore Films is phenomenal!

ps … just as a follow-up on a previous feature {Sivanne & Omar’s Save The Date}, their Engagement “Hot Shot” is super-steamy {see it here}

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Post categories: Little Black Book Blog, Real Weddings, Traditional Elegance, Wedding Cinematography

We LOVE it when we can show you something that … we’d be willing to bet …. no one else has done! Do we have your attention yet?

Sharrone Calafiore is a film-maker with pizzaz! Lots of edgy ideas and tons of fresh films in her collection. Today’s “Save The Date“ is just one of her brilliant ideas.

from Sharrone …

Sivanne came in from NC solo for a three day fitting at Kleinfeld. I thought what a perfect opportunity to create a unique Save The Date! Rather than the usual … bride and groom walking in the park blah blah blah … I thought … It’s all about the bride and her dress!

Couldn’t agree more. Without further ado, a new take on a Sivanne & Omer’s Save The Date from Fiore Films …

The photographs (above) were taken by the incredible Spencer Lum, principal photographer for 5 West Studios, who just happens to be working on “Labors of Love,” a photography book about the preparation and planning behind the American wedding. Can’t wait to see the finished product!

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Unfortunately, but for totally obvious reasons, we can’t show you Sivanne’s final choice. (But believe us when we tell you it’s “the one”!)

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Fiore Films has very unique and out-of-the box ideas for those of you who are ready to take the plunge and do something different!

You can see some recent examples in their THEATRE of wedding shoots as well as their edgier, a little more Hmmmmmm passionate work. Seriously, take a look!

Thanks Sharrone! You know this means we get first dibs on the wedding, right!?

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Post tags: 5 West Studios, Fiore Films, Kleinfeld, New York Weddings, Save the Date, Spencer Lum
Post categories: Little Black Book Blog, Wedding Dresses, Wedding Fashion, Wedding Photography, Wedding Style