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A Luxurious Wedding At Oheka Caste With A Fresh, Feminine Touch

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The classic color combination of blush and gold exudes romance and sophistication. Soft blush tones create a delicate and feminine atmosphere, while gold accents add a touch of glamour and luxury. The fresh and natural color palette of ivory and greenery is perfect for an outdoor wedding. Ivory creates a timeless and elegant look, while lush greenery adds a touch of organic beauty.

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The design of an OHEKA CASTLE wedding is all about luxury, elegance, and grandeur. The castle’s interior is full of opulent details like crystal chandeliers, marble fireplaces, and intricately carved moldings. To complement the castle’s existing design, the bride and groom incorporated gold accents, lush floral arrangements, and soft lighting to create a romantic and elegant ambiance. Additionally, they used classic wedding colors like ivory, gold, and blush will help tie the design together. The vibe of an OHEKA CASTLE wedding is grand, romantic, and timeless. The castle’s expansive grounds provide ample space for a grand ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, with plenty of opportunities for stunning photo backdrops. The overall vibe of Brianna and Alexander’s wedding is luxurious, with attention to detail and a focus on creating a truly magical experience for themselves and their guests. The vision of an OHEKA CASTLE wedding should be one of elegance and sophistication. The bride chose Berta as her classic intricately beaded mermaid dress, while the groom wore a traditional black tuxedo. The ceremony takes place in the castle’s formal gardens, with a dramatic floral arch as the backdrop. The reception is held in the grand ballroom, with tables adorned with lush floral centerpieces and gold accents. Soft lighting and candles create a warm and romantic ambiance. A grand wedding cake with intricate details is served, along with other sweet treats like macarons or mini desserts. Live music is provide entertainment, and the night ended with a grand send-off.

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In May of 2021, after a year of being quarantined, Brianna and Alex decided to take a vacation together to Napa Valley, California. They knew it was a place that they love since they visited it before. They were guaranteed a great time given everything that had happened during the pandemic. They had created a jam-packed itinerary to hit all their favorite wineries and restaurants. On the third day, they went to one of their favorite wineries, Castello di Amorosa. When they arrived, there was no one there except the staff. They were greeted by a tour guide, who told them that due to Covid, they are restricting the number of people allowed on the premises. They toured the basement of the castle, sampling wine straight from the barrels and learning all about the history of the winery and the tour guide kept emphasizing the one-on-one experience they got because of Covid restrictions, which is why Brianna had no idea what was to come! They arrived to visit the highest tower. They went upstairs and as they reached the top, there were rose petals everywhere. Alex led Brianna to a table where there were beautiful flowers overlooking an amazing view of the vineyard. This is when he got down on one knee, proposed and she said “I DO”!

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The brides wedding gown is by Berta. Berta is a well-known bridal designer who is famous for her glamorous and sensual wedding gowns. Her designs often feature intricate beading, lace appliques, and figure-hugging silhouettes. Berta designs are known for their glamorous and sensual aesthetic. Her gowns often feature sheer panels, plunging necklines, and figure-hugging silhouettes that highlight a woman’s curves. Berta‘s gowns often feature intricate beading, lace appliques, and embroidery. These details add a touch of luxury and sophistication to the overall design. Berta is known for her use of unique fabrics like embroidered tulle, lace, and silk chiffon. These fabrics are often layered to create a rich and textured look. While Berta‘s gowns are glamorous and luxurious, they also have a contemporary edge. Her designs often feature modern details like illusion necklines and sheer skirts, which give the gowns a modern and edgy feel. Berta offers a range of styles and fabrics, allowing brides to customize their gowns to fit their personal style and preferences. Overall, a Berta wedding gown is perfect for the bride who wants to feel glamorous and sensual on her wedding day. With intricate details, unique fabrics, and a contemporary design, a Berta gown is sure to turn heads and make the bride feel like a true goddess.

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The bridesmaids wore various dress designers featuring dresses from Lulus, Showpo, and ASTR The Label.

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The groomsman wore Generation Tux.

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Signature Drinks: The Guarraci Gin (Tanqueray Sevilla Orange Gin, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, and Seltzer)
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Flowers By Brian is a floral design company based in New York City, specializing in custom floral arrangements for weddings and events. Flowers By Brian offers custom floral design services for weddings and events, creating unique arrangements tailored to each client’s vision and style. Their team of experienced designers works closely with clients to bring their floral dreams to life. Flowers By Brian is known for their versatility in floral design, offering a wide range of styles including romantic, classic, modern, and bohemian. They use high-quality, fresh flowers sourced from around the world to create stunning arrangements that complement any event theme or style. Flowers By Brian has won numerous awards for their floral designs, including the Knot Best of Weddings award, WeddingWire Couples’ Choice award, and the Grace Ormonde Platinum List award. In addition to floral design, Flowers By Brian also offers a range of services to make the wedding planning process easier, including event design, event planning, and day-of coordination. Flowers By Brian has been in business for over 30 years, with a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about creating beautiful and memorable events for their clients. Overall, Flowers By Brian is a top choice for couples looking for custom floral design for their wedding or event. With their expertise, versatility, and commitment to quality, Flowers By Brian can help bring any floral vision to life.

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Cake was made by Chef Daniel Andreotti based out of Long Island.

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We had a wonderful string quartet for the ceremony who played the music for the ceremony. The Groom walked down to Over the Rainbow, the bride walked down to Perfect by Ed Sheeran, and the bridal Party walked down the aisle to All of Me by John Legend.

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A Mediterranean Inspired Wedding in the Hamptons at Wolffer Estate Vineyard

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Green, ivory, peach, coral, rose, yellow, blue, citrus.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]When planning their wedding, Chelsea and Dennis knew that they wanted to get married somewhere outdoors as they are both avid lovers of nature. They also wanted a place which could be a fun destination for their guests to visit from near and far. Chelsea’s family has a home in East Hampton, and Chelsea and Dennis love to spend time there year round visiting the beach, fishing and biking. They decided the perfect venue which incorporated all of their desires would be Wolffer Estate, a place where they had spent many leisurely summer nights drinking wine in the vineyard.
Chelsea planned the wedding with the help of her mother Joan. When creating her stylistic vision for the big day, she was inspired by the Mediterranean.

The couple had a Jewish ceremony in the vineyard, officiated by Rabbi Stein of the Jewish Center of the Hamptons. The couple walked up the aisle to one of their favorite songs, “Better Together” by Jack Johnson, and shared their own personal vows with one another. 160 guests were in attendance, who came from all over the world including Germany, across the US and even Australia.

Chelsea and Dennis could not have imagined a more perfect evening. While there were moments leading up to the wedding, it was so rewarding to see everything come together as they had envisioned. After a challenging but prosperous two years, they felt very lucky to spend a beautiful evening surrounded by their closest friends and family. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Dennis and Chelsea met by chance in January 2017 at a bar called “Time” in Philadelphia. Chelsea was there for one night only visiting a friend from college. Dennis had just arrived one week earlier from Germany to begin a semester as a visiting researcher. When Chelsea saw Dennis standing alone and looking a bit lost, she approached him and introduced herself. They hit it off, and she told him “If you’re ever in NYC, let me know”. He came to visit the next weekend!

After 5 months of dating between Philly and New York, Dennis moved back to Germany to finish his masters program. Chelsea and Dennis continued their romance visiting one another from abroad, and meeting up “in the middle ” for ski trips in Austria and Whistler. In April 2018, Dennis moved back to the US and the couple has lived together in NYC ever since.

Chelsea and Dennis got engaged in November 2020. Dennis proposed with a very romantic surprise. He told Chelsea they were going to lunch in town, but instead drove her to the airport where a helicopter was waiting. The helicopter took a scenic flight over Chelsea’s family’s home and then landed on Block Island, RI. With the gorgeous Mohegan bluffs towering above them, he proposed at the foot of the 140 steps leading down to the beach. As it was November, they had the beach to themselves! They had a lovely picnic drinking gluvein and watching the waves crash before flying back to Long Island in time to catch a perfect sunset from above. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The bride wore an ivory Vera Wang dress which featured a french sweetheart neckline and a delicate rose and tulip lace design. The bride worked with Mark Ingram Atelier to design a custom bolero with hand-sewn detailing which she wore during the ceremony and cocktail hour.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Cocktail hour consisted of a delicious variety of some local favorites including mini lobster rolls, fish tacos and oysters, his and hers specialty cocktails, and wines cultivated on site at Wölffer Estate. Dinner was a beautiful three-course meal served in an intimate farm-table setting. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]For florals, the bride chose to use coral, peach and citrus tones to evoke the sweet beginning of summer, and serve as a complement to the blue and white decor.
The main estate building at Wolffer is yellow with blue shutters, and it reminded Chelsea of a relaxed summer in Tuscany. In order to make the decor feel airy and light, Chelsea chose to incorporate hanging basket lighting inspired by a trip to the Cyclades in Greece. She sourced hand-painted blue and white tiles which were used as place settings for guests. Blue candle sticks were paired with white matte ceramic candle holders, a representation of the white stucco buildings Greece is known for. As a favor, the couple gave mini bottles of limoncello inscribed with “Salute”, a nod to Chelsea’s Italian heritage. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake was a delicious meyer lemon cake with lemon cream, lemon curd, and lemon buttercream frosting. It was decorated with beautiful hand-cut florals and served with fresh berries, almond biscotti and whipped cream.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Hank Lane Music (Steve Delisi Band) could not have been a more perfect compliment to the night with their incredibly contagious energy and talent. Chelsea and Dennis kicked off the dancing with the sweetest choreographed first dance to Frankie Vallie’s “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You”. The evening went by quickly and was filled with endless dancing on the floor. Later in the night, Chelsea’s parents, who were also married in June, shared a lovely dance to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary.[/field]
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Cedar Lakes Estate Woodland Weekend Wedding

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The wedding colors were a mix of light pinks, peaches, champagnes, yellows, summery greens, and whites.

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Every couple has non-negotiables for their wedding day — the things they absolutely wouldn’t go without. For Allie and Joe, it was having a fun, intimate weekend-long wedding with friends and family. What is more fun and more intimate than a camp-like getaway at Cedar Lakes Estate, where all guests stayed on-site in cabins? Another aspect that Chelsea, owner of Pearl Weddings & Events, was sure to incorporate into their big day was the bride’s dream to say “I Do” among evergreen trees. Lastly, it was very important that the wedding design, venue, and florist were working with sustainability in mind. We carefully selected a venue, the composts, a florist that grows her own and sources local flowers and designs sustainable, and we worked with a plantable paper stationery designer.

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Allie and Joe got engaged in July of 2019. They were staying at Castle Hill Inn in Newport, Rhode Island, for a weekend getaway. Joe proposed to Allie during the sunset, her favorite time of day. During their wedding ceremony, the couple was surrounded by their friends and family and became husband and wife as the sun set. The bride told Chelsea Suddes, wedding planner and designer that it was the most magical and sacred moment in her life and she will never forget it.

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Allie’s chic and minimalist wedding dress was from Lovely Bride in NYC. It was a classy, elegant floor-length gown with full skirts and a romantic train delicately trailed after the bride. It had a structured off-the-shoulder design that gave it a modern, playful vibe that was perfect for this weekend wedding.

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The wedding party itself was the three siblings of the bride and groom because they had too many friends! So the bride and groom invited all of their friends to get ready together. The bridal party even did a first look together! For bridesmaid dresses and that of her dear friends, the bride’s only requirement was that the dresses were floral patterns. She wanted the bridesmaids to be able to express each of their unique styles. The result was a stunning bridal party whose individual personalities were able to shine while complementing the overall design of the wedding.

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The only members of the actual wedding party were siblings of the couple and were classic dark suits with simple neck ties, while Joe wore a classic bow tie.

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The catering was taken care of by the venue,Cedar Lakes Estate. There was a welcome dinner on Friday catered with warm southern food and a s’mores station for dessert. Saturday started with a wonderful rise and shine breakfast. Sandwiches were the only logical lunch option for Saturday’s pool party. At the wedding, there were passed appetizers of roast lamb loin and brie and fig grilled cheese, the name a few. The reception dinner was family-style beef tenderloin, and wild salmon with delicious sides. Dessert featured warm chocolate cookies with milk, bite-sized carrot cake, and lemon curd tartlets. In lieu of signature cocktails, the couple did a suggested cocktail of their version of a bay breeze. The late-night after party was college themed with red solo cups and the classic late-night college snacks like sliders. After a wild night of celebrating, guests left after enjoying a scrumptious Sunday brunch.

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We wanted the wedding atmosphere to be elegant but not over-stated — sweet and delicate like the bride. When designing, we had a big focus on every detail, no matter how small, to create a design that had impact. A perfect example of this was the flowers by Ailish Floral. Ailish was specifically chosen because she only uses local and sustainably grown flowers. They were the perfect mixture of delicate, wild, soft, and summery. Ailish combined cosmos, dahlias, garden roses, zinnias, and more into works of art that complemented the wedding’s color palette of shades of light pink, peach, champagne, yellow, white, and summery greens.

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Allie and Joe’s wedding cake was everything that they could have wanted. Overstate and over the top wasn’t their style, and so was the simple, sweet, and delicate two-tiered vanilla cake by Cedar Lakes Estate with fresh flowers that matched the bride’s bouquet. And to top it all off, literally, was a topper in a delicate wooden script of their now shared last name.

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At the ceremony, there was a single piano player from Metropolitan Players. The family processional was to the instrumental version of A Thousand Years by Christina Perri. The bride walked down the aisle to the light and delicate Debut by Mélanie Laurent. The Recessional was an instrumental version of the lively You Are the Best Thing by Ray Lamontagne. During the ceremony, along with a unity tree planting ceremony, the couple’s family did a ring-warming ceremony where the parents of the couple held the wedding rings in their hands and imbued them with all their love and wishes for the couple. For the reception, there was an eight-piece band. Everyone danced and sang along to lots of the ’90s and ’00s throwbacks, modern pop, and some classic oldies. Allie and Joe’s first dance was a version of Can’t Stop Falling in Love by Haley Reinhart.

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Allie and Joe’s wedding was a weekend extravaganza! The couple invited all their friends a family for a three-day weekend getaway to celebrate, dubbing the occasion “Camp Velli.” The entire weekend was an elevated camp experience for adults to celebrate the love of Allie and Joe. All guests stayed on the property and slept in cabins. The first day was the welcome party, where everyone gathered together to hang out. The second day was a pool party where guests could hang in a pool or swim in the lake. There was an inflatable “blob” that guests jumped onto and were launched off of into the water. There were other fun camp-like activities like bracelet making and outdoor games like corn hole. The third day was the big day when Allie and Joe said their vows.

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The pressed florals of the pink seating chart and the clear table numbers added the perfect touch to this woodland wedding. What makes them even more special is the fact that they were done by the bride’s mother! The seating chart itself was put together by Rent Pearl, sister company of Pearl Weddings & Events.

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All the stationary for the wedding, the invites, weekend itinerary, and even the paper that the couple’s vows were written on was all made from seed paper from Whole Weddings, meaning that it could be planted. Allie and Joe read their vows to each other in private during their first look. Right after the couple said “I Do,” they participated in what is called unity tree planting ceremony and planted vows in a pot that will grow as they spend the rest of their lives together.

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Airy Summer Estate Wedding In The New York Countryside

Come inside this secret garden summer wedding. Inspired by the natural beauty of T he Mansion at Knox Farm, EVL Events planned and designed a day that stuns. Blooms by Beck & Forth have us swooning, from the ceremony in an open field designed with florals that seemed as if they were growing straight from the ground to the tented reception which continued the enchanted garden theme. Each artful image captured by Nicole Gatto Photography is more beautiful than the last, visit the full gallery to see them all.

Gina and Greg’s wedding reminds us all to be open to each experience as it finds you. The two met for the first time while working for a country club in New York. They remember feeling sparks from the very beginning. A few months later, they had their first date, and they’ve been laughing together ever since. Greg planned an elaborate scavenger hunt proposal around Buffalo.

The entire day was filled with stops at meaningful locations around the city, like where they shared their first kiss. The final stop, at one of their favorite hiking trails, ended in a picnic, a proposal, and a celebration with their closest family. Inspired by summertime and the natural beauty of The Mansion at Knox Farm, this wedding offered a romantic and welcoming space for their guests. The circular altar of white and green florals was set in front of a field grown wild with grasses and gentle forests.

Filled with a bounty of blooms, the gorgeous marquee-style white tent set a crisp and summery backdrop for the reception. Indoors, the mansion was decked in more florals, cascading down the staircase. For dessert, the couple pulled out all the stops for their guests with a table filled with chic and tasty treats.

A Floral Filled Wedding At Oheka Castle Fit For The Princess Bride

Calling all princess brides, your search is over! This fairytale come to life at O heka Castle is absolutely epic. Janna Brown Design Co. planned, designed, and photographed the dreamy day and it’s safe to say we can’t get enough. From the lush and romantic bridal bouquet to tables lined with blooms, the fabulous floral designs bring the love story to life. The dreamy details shine in artful imagery all on display inside the full gallery.

From … The dappled light set our bride aglow as she stunned in her exquisite lace gown and cathedral veil from Reem Acra. Florals in shades of taupe, blush, and cream danced in the wind as Oheka Castle towered in the background.

Our groom donned a fitted tuxedo as the couple made their way through the gardens for sun-soaked portraits in one of New York’s most prominent properties.

With a garden-inspired design, the couple indulged in a luxurious aesthetic to pair with the opulent venue.

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Swoon Worthy Florals Turn This Summer Wedding At The Groom’s Family Home Into A Fairytale

For a bride that loves whimsy, this elevated backyard wedding is an absolute must-see. From the textural bouquet to the cutest flower girl in floral sunglasses, every inch of this wedding has us falling in love. AaB Creates planned the dreamy day and N.T. Designs filled it with breathtaking blooms. McSween Photography perfectly captured the joy and fun of the day in timeless imagery. You’ll love every moment, including the gelato truck! See it all inside the full gallery.

From McSween Photography… Harry and I arrived in New York a day before Shannon and Phil’s Long Island wedding. Making a pit stop in Oyster Bay at the florist shop we decided we should look since their Planting Fields ArboretumWedding portraits would be there the next day. Seriously, if I lived in Oyster Bay I would be at Planting Fields all the time. It’s so gorgeous, everywhere you turn it’s like a dream. Especially now that it is summer and everything is in bloom. We went by to scout the venue and I am so glad we did because it is quite sprawling. We first went to the Italian garden and oh my heavens it is stunning. There is a hobbit-like house called the Tea House that sits adjacent to a crystal blue fountain surrounded by a plethora of flowers in bloom. We made our way around the estate visiting the Rose Arbors, and greenhouses. The next day for Shannon and Phil’s wedding day we arrived for their first look and start in front of the Tea House. An utterly perfect moment between Phil and Shannon. After a first look, we took a spin through the garden and then over to the Camellia House for family and bridal party photos. The Camellia House has exquisite architecture, perfect for Phil and Shannon’s family photos and bridal party pictures. Shannon and Phil’s Planting Fields Arboretum Wedding portraits will forever be some of my favorites.

When I used to think of backyard weddings, luxury is not something that came to mind. However, wait until you see this one, it is amazing. Shannon and Phil married a few weeks ago on a mild summer day in July. And when I say it was mild, a mere 82 degrees made for the perfect day! Literally, it’s normally so hot, but their day was amazing. Leaving this Long Island New York Wedding a must-see event. A sailcloth tent was set up behind the pool for an amazing wedding reception. And a gorgeous ceremony with an aisle flanked on both ends with gorgeous flower arches. Shannon walked down the aisle in a gorgeous Berta gown to Phil, who was crying tears of joy. They shared the most precious vows and shared rings and a kiss to seal their love. Exiting through guests tossing flower petals and another kiss at the end of the aisle, their forever together started. Their wedding reception started with a cocktail hour around the pool with a mixologist and three custom cocktails to choose from.

From cocktail-hour guests entered the gorgeous sail cloth tent to their seats for a delicious meal. Friends and family toasting the couple’s happiness, first dances, and special songs were all part of the celebration, followed by a fun party of dancing! We adore Phil and Shannon and the love they share. From the very first phone call, we knew these two were going to be an unstoppable force together. We love their day and the love they share. It is such a great honor to be a part of their magical day.

You Need to See This “Coastal Grandmother” Approved Southampton Wedding

Today’s stunning tented wedding in Southampton planned by All Who Wander Event Design is really getting us in the Summer spirit! From the modern color palette of dark green, tan, and neutrals to the organic arrangements by AvaFlora – every detail of Michaela and Michael’s day exuded out-east elegance. Don’t miss out on the full gallery for a serious dose of “coastal grandmother” wedding inspo (oh… and if you’re not already obsessed with the trending “coastal grandmother” aesthetic like we are, just know it’s a high compliment okay?!) — all captured by Jaine Kershner Photography!

From Jaine Kershner Photography… With two reschedules, a venue and date change, and a little bit of luck, they were able to throw one heck of a party. It was a dream team of vendors who helped bring their modern yet romantic vision to life including All Who Wander Events for planning and design, AvaFlora for florals and decor, and Ink and Nibs from their invitations to paper goods.

Their wedding reflects the couple’s personal modern aesthetic and by using a mix of dark green, tan, and neutrals, they were able to completely transform the tented event space at The Seabonack Golf Course in Southampton, NY. On their original wedding date in May, it snowed so imagine how excited they were to have 80-degree weather in October just a few months later. Everything works out for a reason!

Michaela and Michael opted to forgo the traditional bridal party and decided to renew their vows before Sunset. They held a small micro wedding the year before so they were very excited to have their bigger celebration with all of their closest family and friends actually happen. Yay!

More from the Bride… This wedding was incredibly special to us, for so many reasons! After postponing and re-postponing due to Covid, it felt almost surreal to wake up on the morning of the wedding and realize the day had finally arrived.

We are so grateful that we had a small, family-only ceremony in 2020 during the height of Covid, and will always cherish that intimate day when we were officially married. But, we had been looking forward to this larger celebration for a long time, so being able to have all of our friends, family, and loved ones together after almost two years was truly a blessing.

We wanted our guests to feel like they were a part of the day, and our story, so we showed a video from our 2020 ceremony before moving into our vow renewal. The vow renewal ceremony was a beautiful reminder of why we gathered that day – even though we were already married – and how grateful we were to our loved ones for being there with us to celebrate.

After the vow renewal, it was time to hit the dance floor! Mike and I met for the first time at Cafe Wha, and I knew that having the Cafe Wha band play at our wedding was a must. Hearing the band kick off and watching all of our guests pour into the tent was an emotional moment for me – it was really what we had been waiting for! We just wanted everyone to let loose, dance, and enjoy each others’ company after so many months of isolation, and it was so amazing to see the night come to life as the party started.

The day was more perfect than I could have imagined. The weather was gorgeous, and our vendors nailed every single detail. I wanted the wedding to feel like a big, family dinner party – laid-back but elegant, cozy but charming – and that’s exactly how it came together. I feel so lucky to have worked with the best vendors, and that the day was calm, no-stress and so much fun! The best part was, we were able to have our four-month-old daughter there. A beautiful blessing during uncertain times, this is a day we will be telling her about for years to come!

This Lush ‘Springtime in the City’ Editorial Beautifully Captures The Universal Feeling of Love!

Love is for everyone! With iconic Central Park locations and a breathtaking skyline view, Jacqueline Denise planned a ‘Spring in the City’ editorial that exquisitely captures the universal feeling of love. From the light & airy color palette and bright floral displays by DESIGNS BY AHN to the cherry blossom trees scattered throughout Central Park, every detail exuded the blissful effervescence of the season — AND love! This shoot celebrated the real-life couple with a classic & elegant aesthetic that sprinkled in whimsical hints with the most adorable macarons by We The Birds and rosy-hued table settings. Inquisited blew us away with her heavenly stationery suite, per usual. Stop by the full gallery to see all the springtime magic that By Halie shot on this lush day!

From Inquisited… When Jacqueline Denise of Jacqueline Denise Events started planning this editorial it was early January, 2021. The pandemic was still a very real way of life and it was the day after the riots in the US capital. Standing in the center of Central Park collecting her own thoughts about what 2021 was going to bring the world, there was a moment where she looked around her and realized that no matter what was going on in the world, one thing was still and always will be true – Love is universal. It’s unconditional, and it deserves to be celebrated. With the idea that love is universal, Jacqueline Denise began creating the design board for the springtime Central Park Shoot with the overall goal of showing people how beautiful something small and intimate can be as well as celebrate all forms of love. To celebrate all forms of love, she chose to highlight a lesbian wedding with brides of different races and sizes.

With so many gorgeous couples out there it was important to Jacqueline Denise, that Jacqueline Denise Events clearly show that weddings are for everyone. Jacqueline Denise pulled inspiration from springtime in Central Park to create the feelings of classic, elegant and just a hint of whimsical. The colors therefore were all bright, light and airy to reflect the refreshing feeling spring gifts us. Jacqueline thought about Bow Bridge, the Boathouse, yellow taxi cabs, and cherry blossom trees for the color palette. For the final locations and set up of the shoot, Jacqueline Denise took it one step further and loved the idea of having the first look in Central Park and then the Ceremony and Reception in a private park along the hudson in West New York, NJ, so that the NYC skyline could be highlighted and celebrated as well. Fun fact – it was just a 20 minute drive between both locations! The paper, designed by Inquisited, was romantic and the perfect compliment to the soft pink and gold scalloped plates from Uniquely Chic Vintage Rentals. Uniquely Chic Vintage Rentals also provided all of the tablescape pieces, arch support, table and chairs. We purposefully chose a love seat on one side of the table and 3 chairs on the other so that a couple could see they had options and could sit apart or cozied up!

To add a fun whimsical surprise to the table, custom macarons flown in from Dallas, made by We the Birds, were used in place of place cards. The names chosen were all mentors that encouraged Jacqueline Denise Events to be created. In weddings it’s always fun to see something unexpected and reimagining the place cards was a great opportunity for that. One of the best parts of the day was watching Victoria and her team at Victoria Ahn Designs, create the most gorgeous floral arrangements for the Arch, bridal bouquets and tablescape. Using a mix of peonies, and other fresh spring flowers, every petal of every flower was thoughtfully considered and their work was absolutely exquisite. For the dresses and the models, Bridal Reflections absolutely nailed it and chose gowns for both bride models that were stunning on their own and complemented each other beautifully when together. Mayumi, who was born and raised in Brazil, looked stunning in the Ghalia Lahav gown. And Stephanie, a New York local and major model in the plus size modeling world looked spectacular in the Calla Blanche gown. Hair and make-up was completed by Jade Kai, Marylou Liriano and Glam by Alexandria. Overall, the editorial was truly a labor of love, and so much fun! As a team we are all so pleased with how beautifully it was designed by Jacqueline Denise Events and captured and photographed by the lovely By Halie.

A Romantic Spring Shower Helps Highlight The Beauty Of The Season

Proof that rain doesn’t have to ruin the day, we’re swooning over this April Showers-inspired editorial. Highlighting a beautifully authentic and romantic spring shower, this styled shoot represents the best that spring has to offer no matter the circumstances. Rachael Ellen Events created a day that told the story of the season through color with touches of sunny yellow for warmer days, pops of deep purple for the days that pull us back into winter, and the bright promise of May flowers with touches of whites and pinks. Featuring all of spring’s most beautiful blooms, NYC meets spring garden in the most beautiful of ways. Gracie Byrd Jones artfully captured the romance of the day in her imagery. Visit the full gallery to get inspired.

From Rachael Ellen Events… Our April Showers editorial was inspired by the changing of seasons and the nebulous weather that comes with it. After the past year, we are no stranger to a “plan B” when it comes to weddings and I wanted to highlight the beauty of just that!

We styled the ceremony under the 620 Loft & Garden clear tent – arguably the most beautiful rain plan in NYC. It felt like we were under one big bubble umbrella. Organic pedestal arrangements featuring spring Fritillaria, tulips, and Forsentia flanked each side of the couple. The drops of dew added just that much more romance to the organic design.

The tablescape was created to feel like May flowers were starting to peak out of the garden, or table in this case, surrounded by dozens of pastel-colored taper candles. We balanced a mod lilac linen with classic gold and white china, flatware, and crystal glassware. It was the perfect spring soiree for 16 of their lucky “guests.”

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Summer In Upstate New York Has Never Looked So Sweet And Sophisticated

Raquel and Michael’s Berkshire Mountains wedding captured the very best of summer in upstate New York. A tranquil and restrained palette of exquisite white and gentle blush tones enhanced the idyllic grounds of James & Hudson Farm. From a stunning pondside ceremony to a tented reception filled with organic flowers, Faye and Renee Floral and Event Design created a day worthy of your wildest wedding dreams. You’ll fall in love with every fabulous detail in the artful imagery by Emily Wren Photography. Watch all the magic of the day unfold in the full gallery.

From Emily Wren Photography… Raquel and Michael greeted their guests with a cocktail hour in the gardens. A duo of strings played lilting classical music from the porch, as everyone mingled through the sun-soaked afternoon enjoying crisp beverages and a tantalizing array of hors d’oeuvres.

Guests made their way across the green lawns towards the floral-laden chuppah that Faye + Renee created at the edge of the pond. The columns of supple blooms and deep greenery were so lush that the structure appeared to have grown from the earth for this very occasion. Beneath that magical canopy, Raquel and Michael exchanged vows and were pronounced married just as the sun slipped out of view and the sky shifted into twilight shades of pink and purple.

Beneath a canopy of greens in the reception tent, long tables draped in French linen, set with gold-rimmed glass chargers and classic gold flatware, dressed with candlelight and soft, organic florals, awaited the couple and their guests. After an elegant meal and sweet first dance, Raquel changed into a show-stopping, modern jumpsuit and she and Michael danced the night away with their loved ones.

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Subtle, Sustainable Details Bring This Inspiration Shoot To Life From The Brides Jumpsuit To The Barware!

Sustainability isn’t always top of mind when it comes to wedding planning, but why not?! There are plenty of sustainable vendors out there that you can incorporate into your wedding day, and Katharine Phillips Event & Design shows you how with this beautiful inspiration shoot. Taking place at 500 Pearl, a repurposed venue with subtle details like home grown florals by Wild Blossom Hollow and biodegradable straws by Little Green Panda at the bar, Matt Genders Photography captured every little detail that can make you feel like you’re saving the world, even as you say ‘I Do!’

From Katharine Phillips Event & Design…While planning this styled shoot in Buffalo, New York, my intention was to showcase how to incorporate subtle yet sustainable details into a wedding. Now more than ever, there has been a large call to be ‘living more sustainably.’ Becoming a conscious consumer is something that takes time and research— which can also feel overwhelming. However, big change doesn’t happen overnight and our aim was to show that the small steps are worth celebrating!

One of the centering pieces of this shoot was the bride’s jumpsuit from Tangerine Rentals, which offers designer bridal rentals at a fraction of the cost. Not only is it more budget-friendly option, but there is also something to be said about a piece that will receive more than one use. She is matched by her partner who is wearing a tie from Repreve– a brand of recycled fiber used for various types of apparel.

The table is adorned by arrangements from local floral designer Christy Muck of Wild Blossom Hollow who is not only a talented designer but farmer as well. She takes pride in growing her flowers as naturally as possible not relying on toxic chemicals, synthetic fertilizers or wholesale distributors for her designs. This allows her to offer a unique experience for her clients who get to visit her fields to hand-pick their flowers two weeks prior to any event.

Our venue, 500 Pearl, was recently repurposed from the old Buffalo Christian Center and is part of Buffalo’s larger community revitalization, giving life to a historic building in an area where many have either been abandoned or torn down.

Finally, the couple grabs drinks at the bar where the mixologists can provide the couple and their guest’s drinks with 100% biodegradable wheat straws made by Australian brand Little Green Panda. All these small choices truly begin to add up and can help make couples feel more satisfied with the positive impact their wedding can have!

There were so many other talented vendors who contributed to this shoot that was expertly captured by Matt Genders Photography. Overall, I couldn’t be more pleased with how it turned out and hope it inspires couples to take those small steps towards sustainability.

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Love Meets Art At This Modern Inspiration Shoot

Love is in the air at this Hamptons styled shoot at the Parrish Art Museum. With inspired style and an eye for detail DM Events & Design created inspiration that every bride will fall in love with. Porcelain Vine Floral Design played with texture and subtle hues to create eye-catching florals at every turn. Just wait until you see the reception table with flowers that seem to grow straight out of the center! You can feel the magic of the day in the imagery by Stephanie Brauer. Visit the full gallery for tons of timeless touches.

From DM Events & Design… Located in the fabled Hamptons, Parrish Art Museum is a force of limitless beauty. Between the perfectly executed structure and lush, overgrown landscape, it’s an absolute dream for the couple who wants a showstopper venue.

Dawn Goldsmith of DM Events & Design teamed up with wedding photographer Stephanie Brauer and Marta Prachar of Porcelain Vine Floral Design to curate an understated design to complement the venue itself. Playing with subtle hues, textures, and prints, the concept quickly soared from minimalist to timeless, much like the art hanging on its walls.

With the venue being a cultural destination, it was so important to the team to honor that by having a bride and groom from two different backgrounds celebrating what matters most: love.

You’ll Never Believe This Dreamy Montauk Micro Wedding Was Planned in Just a Few Weeks!

Ahhh, Montauk in the summer – I mean really is there anything better?! I think not. We’ll be sitting here daydreaming all week long about today’s swoon-worthy summer soirée, reminding us that warmth on the East Coast is actually a thing (while it sure feels impossible to conceive of right now!) With planning help from All Who Wander Events, these two pulled off their dream elegant wedding at a private estate out east – all in a matter of weeks! Just wait until you see how gorgeous it is. Bring a bit of sunshine to your life and check out the full gallery, all taken by Jaine Kershner Photography!

From the Bride… After a year plus of planning the “dream” wedding we had always imagined, it was hard to wrap our heads around the idea that that dream might just have to wait. But, while Covid threw a wrench in our original plans, it presented us with an opportunity that is now one of our fondest, and most cherished, memories.

Once it became clear that the large wedding we were planning wasn’t going to take place anytime soon, all we could focus on was just getting married. In a few short weeks, we pulled together the things that were most important to making that happen – finding a church, coordinating with our immediate families, and getting the dress and suit tailored in record time ;)

All of the vendors that we still have booked for the big day totally rallied around us and jumped at the opportunity to make this “mini-mony” as special as it could be. When it came to design, simple was the name of the game. I wanted a no-fuss, no-stress day and, luckily I already had a vision of what I wanted the design elements to look like. We followed the general design plan that we are still hoping to use one day at a large reception, but ultimately we were blessed with a beautiful, sunny, July day in Montauk and that is truly what made the day so perfect. Looking back, I now can’t imagine getting married any other way.

It’s Official – This Is the Most Epic Rooftop You Can Get Married at in New York City

Attention all NYC couples: In case you weren’t already aware, 620 Loft and Garden is an absolute must to consider for your big day in the Big Apple! With unbeatable views of the historic St. Patrick Church and Saks Fifth Avenue, this is a NYC rooftop locale unlike any other. Today’s gorgeous couple tied the knot under a lush “un-finished” arbor from Studio Imbue (we’re still obsessed with this trend) and later danced the night away inside the loft made beautiful by Blooming Wed’s timeless designs. To see it all come to life, check out the full gallery – taken by Allen Tsai Photography!

From Blooming Wed… After proposing under the Eiffel tower in Paris, Sissi and Feiran decided to get married at the city where they first met each other – New York City. When Sissi wanted me to help her plan and design their wedding, our team immediately got on board. After 10 months of preparation, the wedding turned out to be what the bride and groom have envisioned: romantic, elegant, and touching. The wedding venue is located at 620 loft and garden, the most beautiful rooftop venue in the heart of the city. When we designed the wedding for this couple, we took into consideration of the venue–its style, the surrounding buildings, the main color. The backdrop is the historical St. Patrick Church alongside Saks Fifth Avenue. The Saks building has clean and straight lines, so to make the ceremony décor look more cohesive, we didn’t choose traditional arch.

Instead, we designed an asymmetrical altar arch with an unconnected top. The two lush and tall arrangements look like they’re growing directly from the ground. Guests can appreciate the stunning backdrop through the arch without any points blocking their view. The arch is composed of green foliage with light and airy blooms like distant drum garden roses, dahlia and Japanese anemone. We opted for white Chiavari chairs that echo the wedding color palette. The shape of the chair also mimics the clean lines and the windows of the Saks building. Considering the narrowness of the aisle, we placed the aisle runner decorations at the entrance. Like the ceremony altar, these flower arrangements look like they are growing from the ground, welcoming the bridal party and guests. The reception was held inside the loft. The extraordinary, yet classic interior loft is entirely customizable, brightened by wall-to-wall windows flooding the indoor space with natural light. As Sissi wanted a classic and timeless wedding, we designed the reception to reflect that aesthetic.

The base color of the design is white. We had a medium-size pink centerpiece with two ikebana style arrangements to add a light and airy look to the table. We chose a pink color napkin to add a pop of color to the table and imbue it with romance. A gold-trimmed charger paired with gold flatware added elegance. Their custom menus also followed the NYC theme. We had a calligrapher from Ink and Honey write the guests’ names directly on the menu to add a personal and thoughtful touch. The table number has iconic NYC buildings on it. The name of the building and the table number are printed with dusty blue ink and held up by a marble card holder. Sissi’s bouquet was loosely arranged with wonderfully soft and feminine flowers such as Distant Drum garden roses, Pink Foxglove, Cafe au Lait Dahlia, Autumn Anemone, and Butterfly Ranunculus. They feature pinks and creamy whites, white snowberry, and clematis seed pods that add texture and dimension while jasmine vine created this beautiful wispy shape.

At Blooming Wed, we believe a wedding is not only an event to celebrate a couple’s new beginning, but also a good chance for the guests to learn more about them. Sissi and Feiran have been together for over 5 years. After hearing their love story, I thought a love journey map with dates marking the important moments in their relationship would be a great way to showcase their love story. We like personalizing the wedding design to create unique and memorable experiences for the couple and guests. Everyone enjoyed the wedding. The bride shared some special memories with us. The first was giving thankfulness to the parents during the ceremony. Before exchanging the vows, the couple gave their parents a small bouquet and big hug which was a sweet surprise to the parents. Another sweet memory was created by the groom: he created a video of their love journey and showcased it as a surprise to Sissi and their guests who absolutely loved it.

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Two Broadway Actors Tie The Knot At The Coolest Brooklyn Venue!

Inspired by their travel, this Broadway couple chose to say I Do at the Greenpoint Loft, an industrial Brooklyn venue with the coolest vibe! “Raw and untamed, married with soft and romantic,” was how wedding planner Callista & Co. described their day and we couldn’t have said it better! With a large installation of stunning greenery by Kristen Griffith-VanderYacht, the bride and groom tied the knot and danced the night away! Check out all of Rebecca Yale Photography‘s magical photos (as always) and read all about how they met below!

From the Bride…How and when did you meet? December 25th, 2012. Hannah’s mom was doing a show called White Christmas with Shane. On Christmas Day Hannah was skyping with her Mom and met Shane over Skype. They met for the first time in person at an audition in September of 2013. Then another year later Shane messaged Hannah on Facebook to congratulate her on her show, SideShow, that was about to open on Broadway. The two ended up messaging and then texting all night until Hannah asked Shane to go on a date the next night. Shane agreed. The two met the next night Black and White Bar in the East Village. Shane said he almost got off the train twice because he was so nervous, but he made it there, and thank goodness he did. The two said they knew almost instantly that there was something really special between them.

What was your vision for your wedding?…We wanted it to feel like us. We are always surprising each other, traveling and exploring cities across the globe. So that was where the raw and industrial vibe came from. We mixed that with our romanticism and vulnerability we both allow ourselves to feel when we are together and it created this perfect expression of our relationship.

From Callista & Company…In the beginning, it’s my goal to gather as much information about the bride and groom as possible so that I can narrow planning and design decisions for them and make the right suggestions all along the way. We met early on to get to know each other and explore high-level ideas, then we delved into the design with venue walkthroughs, rental showroom visits, and countless conference calls. Our design transformed along the way, but we ended up with a beautiful balance of raw and untamed, married with soft and romantic.

It was a collaborative effort with Hannah and Shane’s friend and ultra-talented florist, Kristen Griffith-VanderYacht of Wild Bloom. Kristen captured Hannah and Shane’s vision so perfectly and completely elevated the Greenpoint Loft space. We chose our tablescape rentals carefully to create a perfectly refined yet stylish setting. Romantic gold-rimmed charger plates were accented by sleek black flatware and stemless glassware. A handmade paper place card with contemporary calligraphy adorned each plate along with a sprig of greenery that felt plucked from the dinner table arrangements. The flowers were lush and textural in the most gorgeous palette, and nude tapers glimmered for guests to dine in candlelight.

From Kristen Griffith-VanderYacht…For Hannah and Shane we wanted to create a floral installation that was as arresting as it was beautiful. Hannah loves greenery so we created a 40-foot long canopy of hanging vines and branches. We then added a suspended arch of crafted of vines to frame Hannah and Shane for the ceremony and then the sweetheart table at the reception.

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An Organic Lakeside Celebration in New York for the Sweetest Couple

For Nick and Kevin, an elegant tented celebration at their family’s lake house was the perfect recipe for their special day. And thanks to the planning wizards at Simply Beautiful Events, their wedding dreams became reality. Arena’s decorated their day in plum and evergreen blooms complete with two breathtaking living chandeliers, completely transforming their tented reception. Head on over to the full gallery captured by Alexandra Elise Photography for all the inspiration, and don’t miss the groom’s write-up below for the best wedding planning advice.

From the Photographer… I met Nick & Kevin in Washington D. C. For their engagement session in the city that they call home. I love getting to know my couples personally but also in front of the camera before wedding day. Nick & Kevin’s wedding day was focused so much on their closest family and friends and I loved the inside scoop of hearing all of their stories before wedding day. Kelli, owner & lead designer at Simply Beautiful Events has planned weddings multiple times during this same first weekend in August for the same family at the lake, making Nick & Kevin’s wedding extra special. Building relationships is so important in the wedding industry. We want to create the most personal and beautiful day specifically for you and your loved ones and building a relationship strengthens that personal bond and brings in a trust factor. This was so evident on Nick & Kevin’s wedding day. Living in DC, they were planning from afar, but they had all their trust in Simply Beautiful events and the rest of their carefully selected vendor team.

From Nick… We met on an online dating app in December of 2015 (Like all good millennials do haha). Originally we talked about just hanging out together as friends because we both liked the other but thought of it as more of a “he’s a cool guy that would be a great friend”. After chatting for a week we planned on hanging out. On our first “date” we went out for tacos and played Super Smash Brothers! We dated 2 years before I popped the question. I planned to propose on my birthday weekend when we were spending the weekend up in Rochester with some of our closest friends. After getting all of our friends together, I decided to wake Kevin up from his nap to come out and hang out with us.

Our friend group is very into “Icing” each other with Smirnoff Ices, so as soon as he came out I Iced him. Everyone had a good laugh and Kev was about to be a good sport and drink the Smirnoff but before he could I said “It’s only fair that if you are going to get down and take a Knee that I will too” and then popped the question! Our engagement lasted a little over a year. I didn’t really have a vision of our wedding day but I knew that I wanted the color scheme to be dark purples and evergreens and that I didn’t want a lot of flowers but wanted more greenery. Kev was great because he was happy with what I was envisioning for our wedding. We ended up having about 130 guests which I think was the perfect size for us! We both agreed on our lake house for a few reasons. 1 – The lake has always been really important to my family and when I think of going home I think of going to the lake

2 – The majority of both our families live in NY so it just made sense to have a centralized location. Some of our favorite wedding day moments were spending the morning together with the wedding party getting ready, it was a great time to just hang out and enjoy each other’s company. Another favorite moment was having our family portraits done. It’s rare that we get to have both families in their entirety (since many live all over). I also loved the best man speeches. My best man Bob has been my best friend since the 6th grade so it meant so much to me that he was there and did a trip down memory lane. I know both Kev and I agree that our Mother-Son dances were important to both of us. And although the dancing was so much fun, I think getting to go out on the boat at sunset to get pictures done and being able to see the whole tent and party really made it special and gave us a moment to appreciate it all. I think the best advice I could give to couples that are planning now is to make sure you are listening to advice/suggestions, however at the end of the day, this is supposed to be about what you two want and how you want to celebrate.

A Breathtaking Mountain Top Summer Wedding at Cedar Lakes Estate

The elevated camp setting of Cedar Lakes Estate in New York proved to be the perfect place for Sam and Billy’s romantic summer nuptials. The two married under a rustic arbor adorned in blush blooms and greenery from Faye and Renee Floral and Event Design. Kaleidoscope Weddings left no detail unturned, read on for all the special touches and don’t miss out on the full gallery for all the can’t-miss moments from their day, including the sweetest four-legged wedding guest – all taken by Emily Wren Photography!

From Emily Wren Photography… Sam and Billy’s romantic, early August wedding took place at the breathtaking Cedar Lakes Estate. For years, I’d been hearing about how Cedar Lakes has elevated the rustic, invigorating appeal of summer camp with its elegant and thoughtful design, but stepping on-site is like entering an enchanted world! Cedar Lakes Estate’s sprawling pastoral campus makes even a weekend getaway feel like a true retreat and Sam and Billy planned a weekend of wedding activities to take advantage of the venue’s many charms. On Friday, they capped off their rehearsal dinner with s’mores around a fire pit and a luxe, cozy lounge created by Faye & Renee perfect for enjoying the late summer air in style. On the day of the ceremony, Sam and Billy took portraits down by the lake.

The afternoon light fell softly through the tall pines that border the lake, resulting in a tranquility that complemented the beaming bridal party and family. Meanwhile, on the Mountain Top (a grass clearing with stunning mountain views) Faye+Renee laid down a carpet of petals leading up to a rustic floral arch where Sam and Billy were married. The effect was pure magic. When Sam walked down the flower-strewn aisle toward the arch, I thought of the fairy huts I used to build as a child. We made them as beautiful as possible in the hopes that the fairies would come down at night and have parties.

Radiant and ethereal in her sparkling gown, Sam absolutely looked like an envoi from another world. And the couple’s handsome dog Reese had a star turn walking up the aisle and back again with his newly married humans! After a joyful and moving ceremony, guests headed down to the open air Pavilion for cocktail hour. Two trees outside the Pavillion were decked in a gorgeous swath of greenery and dusky florals, cleverly pinned with escort cards where guests could find their seating assignments. Inside the barn, Faye & Renee brought the robust romance of August indoors, with generous tabletop blooms, candles that glittered like stars, and a jaw-dropping arrangement suspended from the barn’s high ceilings.

Heartwarming speeches, delicious family-style meals, and live music by Cafe Wha contributed to the exuberant mood that filled the spacious barn. A colorful classic layer cake from Milk Bar put a grown up spin on favorite childhood dessert–perfect for the elevated sleepaway camp vibes of Cedar Lakes Estate!

Congratulations, Sam & Billy, thank you for having us shoot your magical wedding weekend!

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An Undeniably Romantic yet Rustic Indoor Wedding at Topping Rose House

This gorgeous wedding day planned by Camryn Brook Events has us day dreaming of long weekends spent out East! From a rustic, indoor barn ceremony to a reception in an art gallery – today’s romantic fête is quickly bringing Topping Rose House, a boutique hotel in the Hamptons, to the top of our list of fave wedding venues. AvaFlora did an incredible job at keeping the floral design refined yet luxurious, in a classic color palette of dusty rose, grey and gold accents. See the full gallery of pretty right here, all captured by the always amazing Lauren Fair Photography!

From Lauren Fair Photography… Alexa and Justin’s wedding fell on a beautiful sunny, autumn day. The two ultimately decided to tie the knot at Topping Rose House, an intimate hotel in the Hamptons since they spend much of their time out East when not in the city.

The ceremony took place in the Barn where AvaFlora created lush floral arch and aisle designs. Alexa’s uncle officiated the wedding making for a heartfelt ceremony leaving many guests teary-eyed.

Cocktail hour followed poolside as the sun began to set and guests then made their way to the Studio, the modern all-white space for a farm-to-table dinner. The rest of the evening involved dancing in the Barn and a late night snack from Dreesen’s donut truck.

When conceptualizing their design concept, the creative team and couple decided to mimic the property’s modern feel with charming rustic touches. “It was important to us that the wedding fit the Hamptons setting without feeling stuffy! We designed the day to feel luxurious while also remaining intimate and personalized”, said the bride.

Overall the design was refined and clean as seen through the stationery design and tablescape, with romantic moments through the floral design. Their color palette consisted of shades of dusty rose, grey and accents of gold. To personalize their wedding, we incorporated their two beloved dogs, Riley and Olive in many of the details, including their save the dates, cocktail napkins, doggie bags and of course the ceremony. We love how these small details made their wedding feel unique to Alexa and Justin.

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Watch The Outdoors Come Inside At This New York Botanical Garden Wedding

Hidden away in one of the world’s largest cities sits The New York Botanical Gardens, an urban oasis filled with lush flowers and greenery. Deanna and Matthew knew it was the perfect place to celebrate their love as it was right across the street from where they first met. For their elegant reception, they brought the outdoors in and transformed the ballroom into a luxurious garden beautifully photographed by Bashful Captures. Natural and wild floral arrangements took life on tables, while the dance floor itself was wrapped in golden vines. The full gallery is a must-see for all the pretty little details.

From the bride… We got married in the Fordham University Church. Fordham will forever hold a special place in our hearts. It’s the place where we first met almost ten years ago, and the place where we became husband and wife.

Matt proposed to me in a garden, so it was only fitting that our reception, too, took place in a garden. The New York Botanical Garden sits across the street from Fordham University – a sanctuary of flowers and greenery in the middle of the Bronx.

We wanted the reception ballroom to be an extension of the surrounding garden: our dance floor was wrapped in gold vines, and our flower arrangements were natural and wild, comprised of trailing greenery, garden roses, ranunculus, anemone, and pampas grass. Our wedding day was the best day of our lives.

This Stunning “En Plein Air” French Countryside Elopement Is for the Romantics

A chic bridal hat, a knockout gown and breathtaking florals from Flowerwell– we’re in heaven over here admiring this gorgeous shoot designed by Stone Fruit. It’s elopement inspiration like this that makes me rethink my entire wedding and why in the world I didn’t just elope somewhere dreamy in the French Countryside, at least there’s always vow renewals, right? ;) Head on over to the full gallery captured by Alexandra Elise Photography to see all the details. Trust us when we say every image is S.T.U.N.N.I.N.G!

From Alexandra Elise Photography… Monet, Manet, Renoir, Matisse and Seurat all painted picnics on the lawn and we, too, as wedding artists found inspiration for our French elopement editorial “en plein air.”

For this early Autumn wedding, Maureen of Stone Fruit envisioned two artists eloping in the French countryside and celebrating with a picnic on the lawn, the groom marking the occasion with a painting of his bride. Elegant and welcoming are the two words we hear so many of our clients use to describe the feeling of their wedding, and the vision of a couple dressed in their wedding best enjoying cheese, fruit, and champagne outside on a blanket fully captured this feeling.

A modern, gardenesque-twist on the classic fall color palette (one that doesn’t scream pumpkin spice) inspired the flowers and stationery details. Jenny Rae of Flowerwell says, “I’ve found that in several years of fall weddings, brides are nervous to open their wedding to fall foliage. I think when most people think of fall foliage, the instantly go to bright orange (say it ain’t so!). But no, fall foliage can be amazing and rich, perfect earthy tones of reds, apricots, golden yellows, and fading greens.”

Maureen of Stone Fruit Studio created a laser-etched artist’s palette that served as a cheese board for our picnic. This custom cheese board not only marked the occasion splendidly but will serve as a special keepsake. Including hand-painted watercolors and lots of beautiful textures in the paper goods was important to creating an invitation that two artists would send. The wedding announcement, created on handmade paper, is designed with little artist’s details in watercolor and an organic wax seal.

The scene is set on Flowewell Farm’s land and we styled the picnic with vintage finds from her farmhouse collection. Warehouse 127 completed the picnic with the most incredible French vintage picnic baskets. The bride wears a Marchesa Notte gown from Silk Bridal Boutique and a sinamay saucer hat embellished with hand-dyed silk ribbon and a distant drum rose from the garden. The Marchesa gown had the perfect French-inspired feel with a horizontal striped texture, little bow, and flutter sleeves. Special Occasion Hair Design styled the bride in warm, natural, romantic makeup and an effortless updo. Her groom is dapper in a burgundy suit and a beard à la Monet himself. Alexandra Elise Photography captured the whole day beautifully on medium format film. It’s such a joy to see what Ali sees through her lens. Our lovely models are a couple in love who will pose for Alexandra Elise Photography again this December when she captures their real wedding. This editorial shoot was an opportunity for a few wedding pros to truly collaborate. The day was relaxed and every element came together to achieve the goal of creating an elegant and inviting example of our most creative work.