Katerina and Johnathan Wedding - Brides Shoes Rings Bouquet - Soundview - JayLim Studio

Planning & Inspiration

Portrait Of A Bride: Beautiful Ideas For Photographing Wedding Bouquets, Jewelry, Shoes & More

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Katerina and Johnathan Wedding - Brides Shoes Rings Bouquet - Soundview - JayLim Studio

Katerina and Johnathan Wedding – Brides Shoes Rings Bouquet – Soundview – JayLim Studio

You may be scratching your head thinking, “What do these photos have to do with bridal portraits? I don’t see an actual bride in any of them.” Let us explain. One of the most exciting things about getting ready for your wedding is choosing what you will wear. After great thought and consideration, you selected your wedding dress, bouquet, shoes, and jewelry because they express your personal style and make you feel your best. Together, they tell an intimate story filled with the emotion, love, and beauty that you felt on the day you got married.
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Preeya and Chris Wedding - Bride and Groom in Vintage Taxi - Gotham Hall - Susan Stripling Photography

Planning & Inspiration

Best Ideas For Capturing Iconic New York City Wedding Photos

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Preeya and Chris Wedding - Bride and Groom in Vintage Taxi - Gotham Hall - Susan Stripling Photography

Preeya and Chris Wedding – Bride and Groom in Vintage Taxi – Gotham Hall – Susan Stripling Photography

There are countless reasons that make New York City the best place in the world to get married. Topping the list are the endless locations and unique opportunities for taking wedding photos. Ultimately, you want to be able to look at your album years from now and relive all the love and emotion that you felt that day. For couples getting married in the Big Apple, this often means having photos that are personal and unique, but also showcase the architecture, culture, history and energy that makes NYC so special. From celebrated landmarks and famous restaurants to made-for-the-movies first looks and romantic secret gems, we went through the Bride & Blossom archives to round up the best ideas for capturing iconic New York City wedding photos.
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Stefanie and Mike Wedding - Low Centerpiece - Gotham Hall - Emma Cleary Photography

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A Guide To Wedding Candles: Gorgeous Ideas For Lighting Up Your Big Day

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Stefanie and Mike Wedding - Low Centerpiece - Gotham Hall - Emma Cleary Photography

Stefanie and Mike Wedding – Low Centerpiece – Gotham Hall – Emma Cleary Photography

Congratulations, you’ve finally settled on your wedding flowers. Now onto the next question: How to show off these beautiful blooms in their brightest light? This is when your florist and planner (if you are using one) will go over candle options to see which type best complements your wedding scheme. Candles are essential to creating the ambiance for your big day whether you dream of a candlelit aisle, want to dine in an intimate, glowing tablescape, or need to warm up a cavernous room. Because these decor staples come in an array of styles, shapes, and sizes, we put together this guide highlighting inspiring floral designs with candles from the Real BB Weddings archives.
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Kelly & Andrew Wedding - Brides Bouquet - Tribeca Rooftop - William Thomas Photography

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Winter Wedding Photo Ideas For The New York City Couple

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Kelly & Andrew Wedding - Brides Bouquet - Tribeca Rooftop - William Thomas Photography

Kelly & Andrew Wedding – Brides Bouquet – Tribeca Rooftop – William Thomas Photography

 

A romantic air takes over New York City during the winter months. Perhaps it’s the atmospheric lighting or chilling temps, but everyday sights have a dreamy, cinematic quality about them. Couples planning to say “I Do” this season are especially lucky because they can take advantage of the wintry city scenes to create once in-a-lifetime snapshots. Landmark destinations like Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge along with hidden gems such as a moody lit cobblestone alley become the perfect backdrop for taking unforgettable winter wedding photos in New York City.
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