New York Weddings

It took about two seconds into this engagement shoot for me to realize we had our hands on something special. I’m talking blooms from Pollen Floral Design and photography by Brumley and Wells…or in other words, the dream team. They took to the rooftops of Brooklyn for a boho chic love sesh, and the gallery is proof that #WeddingWednesday is going to be soooo good.

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From Brumley & Wells… Zach and Tara’s styled engagement shoot was such a dream thanks to the craftsmanship and artistry of Boston Pollen, who created the floral arrangements and dip-dyed the dress and fabric. Brooklyn provided the perfect backdrop for with its quintessential views of Manhattan and it’s grungy, vibrant streets, a perfect fit for this Greenpoint couple.

Photography: Brumley & Wells | Floral Design: Pollen Floral Design

A friend of mine attended an all white PopUp dinner party last summer, and I swear I spent the entirety of that evening stalking her Instagram account. It’s pretty much the coolest concept ever, and such a wonderful way to bring like-minded people together. This particular beauty was pulled together by Hand Made Events, and with Sorella Muse behind the lens you’re going to want to spend some time in the gallery. 

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From Hand Made Events… The PopUp Dinner Brooklyn was an elegant, graceful “pop-up” flash dinner picnic that was held in a secret location in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. The location was disclosed to ticket holders three hours before the event began at 5pm. Dinner promptly started at 7pm. The night gathered over four thousand guests dressed elegantly in white as they decorated and designed lavish table decor, and brought their own inspired cuisines with their favorite beverages of choice to enjoy an unforgettable summer evening with friends in Brooklyn. There was an array of wandering musicians during dinner followed by a performance by Ben Folds and later Dj OP for dancing.

PopUp Dinners are spreading across the country! From San Francisco, to LA, to Miami, to Charleston, these events are becoming popular with people everywhere.

Founded in 2011 in San Francisco, Garrett Sathre and Nicole Benjamin, partners at Hand Made Events, are continually inspired and thrilled to create new events that bring people together to celebrate the simple things that connect us all; wonderful food, great wine, and dining with those we love. 

Photography: Sorella Muse | Event Planning & Design: Hand Made Events | Lighting: Stortz Lighting | DJ: Chante Cutter | Special Performance: Ben Folds | Sponsor: Acura

When you pair a rich purple + sparkling gold palette in a city chic setting, pretty thing are bound to follow. Just take these NYC nuptials captured by Brklyn View Photography. Think an edgy take on urban romance with pin-able moments all along the way. Grab your coffee, dive in and enjoy.

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From Brklyn View Photography… When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible”. It’s probably the most famous quote from “When Harry Met Sally” (an all-time favorite of mine) and sums up the love between Adrienne and Steve perfectly. These two are meant to be together. The happy couple included this quote as part of their vows during their romantic wedding ceremony at the Brooklyn Winery and there was not a dry eye in the room.

From the love and emotion that swept through the winery, you could see their happiness blossom as they became husband and wife. Adrienne looked radiant in her lace wedding gown and intricate gold and crystal headpiece from Twigs and Honey. As a creative couple, Adrienne handcrafted many of the weddings details which included hand stamping the escort cards, designing the invitations and using a few of their favorite movie stars as table numbers. Adrienne & Steve are one of the nicest, sweetest and most thoughtful couples and I’m so honored I could be part of their wedding day. I’m beyond thrilled for them and wish them lots of love and happiness for many years to come. Congratulations Adrienne & Steve!

Photography: Jainé Kershner Photography | Florist: SPINA | Reception Venue: Brooklyn Winery | Brides Shoes: Sam Edelman | Bridesmaids Dresses: Dido Bridal | DJ: Scratch Weddings | Grooms Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Accessories: Twigs & Honey | Brides Dress: Lovely Bridal Shop | Dessert: Peter Pan Donuts | Getting Ready Locaiton: Brooklyn Photo

I have a little theory that Brooklyn couples have the most style-driven weddings we ever come across. Case in point? This chic Brooklyn Winery soiree shot by Julie Saad that checks every love off the list. We’re talking long, wooden farm tables, textured, purple florals by G! Designs and paper goodies from Lana’s Shop that simply can’t be beat. Dive in here and see the pretty for yourself!

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From Julie Saad Photography… Kelly and Jared were married on March 15th at the Brooklyn Winery, a fitting venue for the adorable couple considering their courtship. The Manhattan duo’s first official date was at Clinton Cove, a park along the Hudson River, which features a giant sculpture of a wine bottle. As their relationship progressed, they traveled together to Italy and visited a winery in Tuscany, where Jared proposed. The wedding completed a wine-themed courtship trifecta.

Kelly’s stunning wedding dress prompted her flower girls to proclaim that she looked like a princess. Her groom, Jared, blended an elegant tuxedo with shiny black sneakers. The guests watched the ceremony at the winery and then danced the night away at the reception.

Photography: Julie Saad Photography | Floral Design: G! Designs | Cake: Butter & Scotch | Ceremony Venue: Brooklyn Winery | Reception Venue: Brooklyn Winery | Bride's Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Rings: Ar Morris | Bridesmaids Dresses: Various | Makeup: Perfect Faces By Jessica | Hair: Maria V | Band: The Loyales | Additional Jewelry: Brooklyn Charm | Air Plants For Party Favors: Lazy R's Back Yard Bargains, Assembled By Bride And Groom | Bride's Dress: Rosa Clara | Bride's Shawl: Sew U Designs | Decorative Musical Instruments: Vintage | Flowers Girls' Baskets: Handmade By Mother Of The Bride | Garters: Hanky Panky | Groom's Tie: Calvin Klein | Guest Book: Julie Saad Photography | Invitations, Programs, Table Numbers, Misc. Signage: Lana's Shop | Music: Lucy Music | Wine Charms: Handmade By Bride

Spring might be a good nine months away, but the second I locked eyes with this Brooklyn Botanic Garden wedding I’ve been hoping and praying it’d show up a wee bit sooner. With trees in all their fully bloomed splendor, there’s never been a more perfect setting to swap vows, and Rebecca Yale Photography documented the day in gorgeous fashion. Have a peek right here!

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From Rebecca Yale Photography… Kelsey and Noah’s Spring wedding in the Brooklyn Botanical gardens was a true celebration of Spring and love! After a terrible winter in New York City we felt Spring would never come, but on the day of Kelsey and Noah’s wedding the skies cleared, the sun shined on the newly blossomed cherry blossoms and we were given a perfect Spring day. Kelsey and Noah were married under the shade of a beautiful tree in a meadow in the gardens and then celebrated with their friends and family in the Palm House at Brooklyn Botanical Gardens. The afternoon felt like a joyous garden party and they let the beauty of the gardens and the flowers take center stage, picking up the light pink of the cherry blossoms throughout the day in the details from the bride’s shoes to the groom’s tie.

Light poured in from the glass roof of the palm house giving the laser cut place cards and menus a beautiful dimensionality as it created shadows on the white table cloths. The guests were serenaded by a 3-piece band with oldies, each song hand chosen by Kelsey. Perfectly fitting the garden party motif, the bride and groom gave cans of seeds as a thank you to their guests before making a grand exit through a cascade of yellow and pink rose petals to a vintage yellow taxi.

It was so wonderful to capture genuine moments of love and joy between Kelsey and Noah. I knew they would be so much fun to photograph when we first met and she told me- “We both love the color green, spicy food, and, of course, each other.” Kelsey even had inscribed in Noah’s ring “I love you most” one of my favorite details of the day!

Photography: Rebecca Yale Photography | Floral Design: Seaport Flowers | Wedding Dress: Stephanie Allin | Invitations: The Paper Source | Ceremony Venue: Brooklyn Botanic Garden | Reception Venue: CharlesSallyCharles Catering @ The Palm House | Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Bridesmaids' Dresses: J.Crew | Catering: CharlesSallyCharles Catering @ The Palm House | Makeup Artist: NYC Faces | Groom's Attire: Black Lapel | Groomsmen's Attire: Indochino | Film Processing: Richard Photo Lab | Photography - Assistance: Orange Blossom Photography | Second Shooter: Emilia Jane Photography | Wedding Veil: Stephanie Allin

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Twinkling market lights, exposed brick, boho-chic gowns from Gabriella Bridal Salon, an array of locally grown treats from Naturally Delicious… it can only be the likes of an artisan-driven Brooklyn fete at The Green Building. It’s a styled soiree that will have your head turning at every beautifully crafted, foodie-loving, glowing moment from Rock Paper Scissor Events and Kat Harris Photography. See it all here!

From Kat Harris Photography… Summer is upon is, and to me that means late nights on patios with friends surrounded by twinkle lights, good wine, yummy food, and lots of laughter. As I recently moved to Brooklyn from LA I am learning there is quite a “Brooklyn Culture”. Brooklynites enjoy all things artisan. I’ve yet to meet a person in Brooklyn that was not a foodie. The Brooklynite is also passionate about local agriculture and American Made products.

For the Brooklyn Bride and groom there is no better place to experience the perfect mixture of a Brooklyn Artisan Wedding other than The Green Building. Local cuisine extraordinaire Loren of Naturally Delicious is a highly sought afterr caterer for the Artisan couple. A lot of her ingredients are locally grown, and all fresh!

Together we created the ultimate summer wedding for The Brooklyn Bride from: restored wooden tables to Brooklyn made vodka for moscow mules, to twinkle lights and exposed brick to a simple yet unique floral bouquet. The Brooklyn Bride is a foodie, she is a a bohemian at heart yet encapsulated by elegance and grace, she cares about craftsmanship, and the quality of her products, and where they are made. And there’s no better time to celebrate than under the warm blanket of a summer night on the East Coast filled with family, friends, good music, impeccable food, and of course twinkle lights!

Photography: Kat Harris Photography | Catering: Naturally Delicious | Florals Design, Tablescape, Production: Rock Paper Scissors Events | Hair + Make-up: Face Time Beauty Concierge | Model: Brynn Watkins | Papaerie: Swiss Cottage Designs | The Green Building: The Green Building | Wedding Gowns: Gabriella New York Bridal Salon

Brooklyn Winery seems like a dream wedding location; a little pocket of easy elegance in the middle of a bustling city. And for a Bride and Groom that wanted a wedding centered around relaxed fun – boom. I think this wedding is just what the doctor ordered. The team behind this day is to thank; talents like Denise Fasanello Flowers, Exquisite Affair Productions and Betsi Ewing Photography. Take a peek at all of their handiwork right here.

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From The Bride…We met at a dive bar in NYC. Stephen was with some friends, and Genevieve was with a friend sitting at the end of the bar. Stephen, who was originally standing, eventually sat down and started inching his way over as seats opened up. Genevieve had definitely noticed him but was trying very hard to ignore him. When Genevieve’s friend (a guy friend from college she ran into, used to date one of her friends) went to the bathroom, Stephen swooned in. Guy friend ended up saying goodbye, leaving us alone, Stephen’s friends also left…the rest is history!

Our wedding theme was relaxed and fun. Once we decided on a the location, the ideas and pieces came together slowly as went through the motions…I did not have a defined idea of how it should all finally look, but I did not feel the need to stick to tradition.

My friend did my invitations, we had loads of fun finding the right look and feel. I loved our entire wedding  and having all our friends and family in the same space was amazing. The dress was one thing I spent more money on…could not find anything I liked at all so I had to up my budget. We did save a lot of money on the invitations, my friend did a nice discount.

Herbs, garden roses and others were in my wedding bouquet, I really wanted a natural romantic feel to them. I love peonies but they weren’t too in season and sometimes don’t hold up well.

The only thing I would have done differently is maybe eaten more cake, it was soo good! Chocolate on chocolate!!

My only advice is to have fun! And don’t sweat the small stuff!

Photography: BETSI EWING WEDDINGS | Coordination: Exquisite Affairs Productions | Floral Design: Denise Fasanello Floral Design | Wedding Dress: Romona Keveza | Invitations: Lauren Cartagena | Make Up: Laramie Glen | Hair: Styles On B | DJ: DJ Small Change | Officiant: Hope Mirlis A More Perfect Union | Wedding Venue: Brooklyn Winery | Getting Ready: Wythe Hotel | Hair Piece: Hushed Commotion | Honeymoon: Italy (Florence, Capri, Ravello) | Save The Dates, Thank You Cards And Place Cards: Wedding Paper Divas | Seating Chart: Type & Love Paperie

So we all know planning a wedding takes a lot of time and care. And you want to remember it! Which makes choosing who will be there to capture the most intimate and magical moments of your day kind of a big deal. So we’re here to introduce you to Marissa Decinque, wedding photographer extraordinaire. Keep scrolling for a peek at her catalogue.

From Marissa Decinque Photography…  Specializing in retro romantic style of images, my favorite weddings are inspired by old-fashioned romance set in vintage style locations. I love the fairy tale side of the wedding day and look to capture all of its detail and beauty. I’m great at working with couples and  helping them feel comfortable in front of the camera. I also  use natural light when ever possible so images feel real and elegant. As a photographer, knowing when to let things happen and when to make things happen is the secret to great wedding photography.
My team and I work seamlessly  and unobtrusively throughout the day so you can enjoy the moments as they unfold. We take ordinary things and use light and style to make them extraordinary.

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Welcome to the family Marissa Decinque! xoxo

When Amy Azzarito Of Design Sponge and Jorge De La Barra offered a free, styled engagement session for SMPers, we of course jumped at the chance to get you pretties in front of the camera. Well, the winners have been chosen and their sessions have been captured, and it’s safe to say they are gorgeous. We’ve been waiting in the wings to share the pretty with you all, and couldn’t be more excited that today we can finally let you in on all the goodness right here. 

From Design Sponge…Couple One This super active couple -Heidi and Scott actually met at a Crossfit gym and hit it off as friends. Eventually, they realized that they liked hanging out just as much outside the gym as inside. Scott crafted an elaborate and personal proposal. He dragged Heidi to the gym for a work out with their closest gym friends. At Crossfit, all the workouts are named and this one was called the “Amazing gRace” (a little pun on one of the exercises named Grace) and one of Heidi’s favorite shows.

Scott had involved all of their friends into the proposal and had planned the workout to be a scavenger hunt with different elements. After the first workout, the couple headed to their car and drove to the clue location “Go back to where it all began”. In the years, the couple had been dating, the gym moved locations. So they drove to the original location, Scott parked the ran, got out and ran around to the side of the building. He came back with a bright teal green Vespa. Heidi had wanted a Vespa for nearly a decade (since she lived across from a Vespa dealership) and was over the moon about her gift.

The couple road the scooter to the next location where they found their best friend pretending to be Phil from the Amazing Race complete with a bottle of champagne for their “Toast or Roast” road block. After they completed the activity, Heidi was sure that Scott was now about to propose, but instead they got instructions to drive to the closest trail for their next clue.

Once at the new location, Scott took out a small speaker and played their favorite song and the pair walked to where their friends were waiting. A friend acting as Phil continued with the game and told them that they were “the last team arrive, but it was a non-elimination leg”. Scott then turned and proposed to while their friends quietly walked back to a picnic area they had been busily setting up while the couple scooted around town.

When I heard this story, I knew that we had to include the Vespa in the couple’s engagement shoot. Heidi wore a dress from Lovely Bride and paper artist Michelle Bablo made a couple of fun signs for the couple. She also made some celebratory streamers for that all-important Vespa. The couple have two rescues dogs and they wanted to include one of them in the shoot so Homer joined us all at one of the spots that Heidi and Scott visit most summer weekends -the historic Nathan Hale house in Connecticut.

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From Design Sponge...This pair was over-the-moon about the prospect of starting their life together so we shot their engagement in Prospect Park, which just happens to be right around the corner from their apartment. This park is an absolutely magical place to shoot and after a long winter indoors, it was just what the doctor ordered. We discovered new locations around every corner. The fantastic team from 2h flowers, toted buckets of flowers into the park, scouted out the perfect branch and created a little hanging flower backdrop. Emily, at Lael Cakes, made us a stunning cake for a picnic setup. And we had one final surprise for the couple – their favorite saying is “Jackpot”! (As in, I really hit the Jackpot when I found you.) So we enlisted Michelle Bablo to help us make a sign to celebrate the couple’s good fortune. What a fun magical day in a favorite Brooklyn spot.

Photography: de la Barra Photography | Styling: Amy Azzarito Of Design Sponge | Flowers: 2h Flowers | Cake: Lael Cakes | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Lovely Bridal Shop | Historic House: Nathan Hale House | Paper Art: Michelle Bablo

Darlings, this wedding is simplicity done right. It’s black-tie-gatsby-goodness without all the fuss, but a dose of pure pretty instead. Set amongst a candlelit 501 Union and scattered with creamy ivory roses from Designs By Ahn, gilded glassware and chiavari chairs, the gallery from CLY By Chung is filled with jaw dropping moments. See them all here.

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From the beautiful Bride… Justin and I first met when he had just moved to New York. I remember thinking he was one of the funniest and warmest people I had ever encountered. Years later, when we actually started dating, I was amazed he still had the photo booth picture that we took the night we met. What I love most about Justin is that he’s full of surprises- even managed a few at our wedding! We’re so lucky to have had that second meeting that lead to sharing our wedding day with our closest friends and family.

Justin works in film lighting and I work as an accessories designer in fashion. So, between the two of us we were pretty hands on in the wedding creation. 501 Union was still being built when we signed, but we really loved the simplicity of the venue. The skylights, brass fixtures and the layout of the grand room all tied into our modern, black tie “light”, Gatsby influenced experience we were hoping for. With the help of our friends we were able to put our own personal touch on the event. From invites and programs to escort cards and favors, we were able to customize the experience. Betty Brooklyn helped create a beautiful menu for our guests and 501 Union made our speakeasy cocktails. Justin added a bit of himself with a photo/slow motion booth- which was fantastic!

A special thank you to Chung from CLY. We feel so fortunate to have had him and his team capture our special day!

Photography: Haseok Chung Studio | Ceremony Venue: Church Of St Josephs In Greenwich Village | Reception Venue: 501 Union | Caterer: Betty Brooklyn Catering Co. | Hair And Makeup: VickyC5 | Ceremony Dress: Oscar De La Renta | Floral: DESIGNS BY AHN | Groom’s Attire: Armani | Reception Dress: 3.1 Phillip Lim

This is the sort of colorful Brooklyn wedding you just can’t help but love.  The perfect blend of laid-back charm and serious romance, it’s a cultural-infused charmer from start to finish.  Think vibrant teal, orange and pink hues, gorgeous florals from Park Deli and a stunning River Café setting.  See it all captured beautifully by Judith Rae in the full gallery.  

From Judith Rae… Nozomi and Lee are definitely a unique and delicious couple! We can start with their Japanese inspired Jewish wedding – their chuppah was handmade using Lee’s great grandfather’s tallit (prayer shawl) tied to bamboo sticks and anchored with antique crates and flower pots. One of their best friends served as the officiant and officiated via an ipad. Through the years they dated, Nozomi taught Lee how to speak Japanese and his vows were written and recited in both Japanese and English as a sign of respect and love for Nozomi’s family and culture.

Having met in Brooklyn at Lee’s first Guactacular Event (Lee Frank is the founder of Nachos NY and Guactacular) they felt like the River Cafe and brick-covered Dumbo really represented their relationship. Lee and his groomsmen’s cufflinks represented all of their favorite hobbies, naturally Lee’s was an avocado representing his love for Nacho’s and guacamole! Nozomi’s passion for hair and fashion made her full tulle veil that resembled a beautiful mane of hair the perfect fit for this gorgeous bride. Nozomi’s veil was handmade in England by What Katy Did Next.

Photography: Judith Rae | Florist: Park Deli | Ceremony & Reception Venue: The River Cafe | Veil: What Katy Did Next

Pure, unadulterated glamour with just a touch of vintage elegance: that’s what we’re calling this gorgeous shoot from the talented team of vendors that happens to includes Facetime Beauty, DM Events Planning And Design, Ceci New York and Trent Bailey Photography.  That’s a combo that really knows how to deliver the pretty and when set against the stunning Weylin B. Seymour’s, well… amazing.  See it here.

From DM Events Planning and Design… Right over the Williamsburg Bridge in Brooklyn you will find the iconic Williamsburgh Savings Bank. This marvelous gem has been thoughtfully restored from its already grandiose beauty into Weylin B. Seymour’s, a meticulously crafted wedding venue. Each and every nook and cranny has been designed with an eye for detail that makes our hearts flutter, and as you can imagine, as soon as it opened its doors, the wedding community swooned! Weylin B. Seymour’s reminds us of a time filled with opulence, elegance, and style – the inspiration for the photoshoot.

We knew our design needed to be worthy of this extraordinary venue. We started with the basics: tables and chairs and immediately thought of Nuage Designs, whose incredible linens and chair covers are actually anything but basic! With so many textures to choose from, selecting just one can be a challenge, but we felt that a champagne sequin linen would really pop in the space and not conflict with the ornate patterns and colors that fill the main room. We wanted to put a spin on the classic gold candelabra, a trademark of an opulent design, so we carefully curated a collection of mismatched glass candlesticks featuring gold taper candles. The candlesticks were placed within a garland of seeded eucalyptus which formed a runner of greenery down the center of our sequin fabric. While we didn’t want to compete with the colors of the room, we wanted to pay homage to them, so we selected lush blooms of peonies, garden roses, and ranunculus in gemstone shades of ruby and amethyst. Next, we focused on the place settings – we wanted each element to make a statement so we selected bold items such as black patterned china and gold flatware, and paired them with classic gold rimmed glasses. When it comes to stationery, no one does glamour like Ceci New York! The patterns of her designs were a perfect complement to the amazing patterns in the décor of the venue. Our vision would not have been complete without a luxurious desert bar and Nine Cakes created confections that were as beautiful as they were tasty. Dessert bars are all about variety of flavor and style, so to display the two cakes and few dozen small bites we had a blast selecting gold platters, dishes, and trays – some were so beautiful, they now adorn our studio!

As we reviewed our design plans, we reflected on how amazing a glammed up bride would look with all of the elements – our gorgeous tables, the vintage elevator, and the grand fireplace. The bride’s look was crafted by the totally amazing team at Facetime Beauty – not only are these beauty artists talented, but they leave you feeling like a million bucks (just the look we were going for!) If there is someone who loves to capture details as much as we love to create them, it is Trent of Trent Bailey Photography. He absolutely nailed it – we can get lost in all the dreamy photos from this fun filled day of design.

Photography: Trent Bailey Studio | Event Design: DM Events & Design | Floral Design: DM Events & Design | Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier | Stationery: Ceci New York | Reception Venue: Weylin | Jewelry: TEJANI | Make-up: Face Time Beauty Concierge | Hair: Face Time Beauty Concierge | Cake And Dessert Bar: Nine Cakes | Linens And Chair Covers: Nuage Designs | Rentals: Broadway Party Rentals

When both the Bride and Groom work for Etsy, you KNOW their nuptials will be crafted from the heart. Complete with paper goods designed by the B&G themselves, bright bloomage from Poppies & Posies, and a killer dessert spread by One Girl Cookies, this Brooklyn boathouse wedding is everything you’d expert…plus then some. Lindsay Hite of READYLUCK didn’t miss a beat, it’s all sitting pretty right here.

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From Ready Luck Photography…Elana & Amit met during their Freshman year of college at New York University. On June 9, 2013, after 14 years of dating, they decided to tie the knot in their hometown of Brooklyn, NY. They were married at the Boathouse in Prospect Park, just a few blocks away from their apartment.

Prospect Park is a particularly special place to Elana & Amit, so they took inspiration from the park and the history of the Boathouse when designing their wedding. Elana, a Designer and Founder of Mélangerie, created all the paper goods for the wedding with hearty production assistance from Amit, also a maker at heart (both Elana and Amit work at Etsy ) Details included handmade paper peonies for each invitation, programs fashioned as “field guides” to reference the Boathouse’s Audobon legacy, and letterpress floral coaster favors (from Sesame Letterpress) that did double duty as place cards thanks to lovely calligraphed tags by Paperfinger.

The ceremony was outdoors, dockside on the boathouse lake, and featured lots of personal touches, like a variation on the traditional Jewish “7 blessings,” each interpreted and read by a family member, and Elana & Amit’s golden retriever Teddy as the “flower boy,” escorted down the aisle by the bride’s brother. The bride & groom were married under a modern, floral chuppa created by Poppies & Posies, and guests shaded themselves from the afternoon sun with peppered parasols and paper fans.

The celebration continued with an family-style lunch at a single long table filling the width of the boathouse. The french doors were open to the patio, letting in the early summer weather and creating a laid back garden party vibe. Peonies were the focus of fabulous floral centerpieces and garlands created by Poppies & Posies, and guests were serenaded to the jazz tunes of Michael Arenella & his Dreamland Orchestra.

Elana & Amit’s favorite meal is dessert, so of course, the day ended with a spread of their favorite cakes and cookies from One Girl Cookies, Four & Twenty Blackbirds and BklynLarder.

Photography: Readyluck | Cakes: Etsy.com | Catering: Movable Feast | Make-Up: Jessa Blades | Hair: JACKIE SCHNEIDER BEAUTY | Calligraphy: Paperfinger | Ceremony And Reception: Prospect Park Boathouse | Day Of Coordination: Just About Married | Dessert: One Girl Cookies | Dessert: Four & Twenty Blackbirds | Desserts: Bklynlarder | Floral: Poppies & Posies | Letterpress Coasters: Sesame Letterpress | Music: Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra | Save The Dates, Invitations, Programs, Painted Signs, Welcome Gi: Mélangerie Inc. | Second Photographer: Readyluck

I sort of think The Green Building is like the coolest place ever.  And by sort of, I mean I totally do.  So give me an elegant, candle-filled wedding during one of my favorite seasons and add in the aforementioned Brooklyn paradise as its stunning backdrop and I’ll give you one happy, wedding obsessed lady.  Take in every gorgeous moment captured by the amazing Cody Raisig Photography right here.

From the Bride… Joe and I met in high school and have been dating ever since! We live in Brooklyn and absolutely love our neighborhood – from the day we got engaged we knew we wanted to have our wedding close by. The Green Building is just a short walk from our apartment and the urban rustic theme is exactly the look we were going for. Although we weren’t originally planning on a winter wedding, I fell in love with the soft colors of the season. Our florist, Michelle Ferrara, brought our vision to life with lots of mercury glass, pine branches and winter foliage. Her beautiful work, combined with the chandeliers and whitewashed brick of The Green Building, helped create a cozy and intimate vibe.

We tried to infuse as many personal touches into our wedding as possible. We were honored to have Joe’s uncle serve as the officiant for our mass. We designed and printed all of our day of paper and spent hours gluing place cards to pine cone stands. I ordered an antique map of Brooklyn on eBay, which served as our guest book. We also gathered an assembly line of friends and family to help make our favors, which were mason jars filled with hot chocolate mix and marshmallows. Joe jokes that he never wants to see baker’s twine again after having dedicated a good chunk of his time to tying bows for invitations, programs and favors.

Our first dance was to “Home” by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. The band invited all of our guests out to the dance floor for the second verse and asked everyone to sing along to the chorus “Home is Wherever I’m with You.”  It was one of our favorite moments! We had the most amazing time celebrating with all of our close friends and family. The food was delicious, the band was awesome and the dance floor was packed – our big day was everything we could have hoped for and more!

Photography: Cody Raisig Photography | Floral Design: Michelle Ferrara Handmade | Wedding Dress: Romona Keveza Legends | Cake: Baked NYC | Invitations: Lion in the Sun | Ceremony Venue: Saint Agnes Roman Catholic Church | Reception Venue: The Green Building | Bridesmaids Dresses: J.Crew | Catering: Real Food Catering | Band: Arcadia | Groom's Attire: Hugo Boss | Table Runners: Lola & Bea

It’s hard not to fall in love with the hustle and bustle of New York City.  Especially when presented as the prettiest of backdrops in a stylish engagement session like this one captured by Megan Tsang Studio.  With trips to The Wythe Hotel, The Highline and 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar, it’s the sort of fabulous shoot that just screams “NYC chic.”  See it all in the full gallery.

From Megan Tsang Studio… Naomi and Nate are both architects based out of southern California. Naomi was working in New York when Nate moved in with her friend while he attended Columbia University for his Masters of Architecture. Although they both went to Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo for architecture, they didn’t meet until he moved to New York.

Because they spent so many years building their relationship and making memories in New York, they wanted to go back to where it all started for their engagement session. We explored Brooklyn, the Highline and the East Side, and I captured them at some of their favorite spots.

Naomi and Nate will return to the San Luis Obispo area for the outdoor wedding in May 2014.

Photography: Megan Tsang Studio | Location: 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar | Location: The High Line | Location: Wythe Hotel