Marianna & Peter - Ceremony Bride Groom - Mandarin Oriental New York - Fred Marcus Studio

Floating Orchids at Mandarin Oriental

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New York natives Marianna and Peter opted for a contemporary and stunning wedding reception featuring a floating chuppah and romantic details.

 

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Vendors

Venue: Mandarin Oriental New York

Photographer: Fred Marcus Studio

Videographer: Frank Ahn Films

Cake: Master Sweets

Bride’s Gown: Vera Wang

Bride’s Shoes: Manolo Blahnik

Groom’s Tux: Tom Ford

Groom’s Shoes: Ferragamo

Music: DJ Gio

Invitations: Bella Figura

 

Rural Refinement at Natirar

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Kate and Chase’s bucolic nuptials took place at Mansion at Natirar in Gladstone, NJ. Amidst rolling hills and beautiful vistas, the couple said “I Do” under a lush and rustic wedding arch.

 

 

Vendors

 

Planner: DM Events

Venue: Mansion at Natirar

Photographer: Sally Pinera

Videographer: Christian Oth Studio

Bride’s Dress: Liz Martinez Bridal

Tux: David Allen Custom

Veil: Daphne Newman Design

Hairpiece: Naturae Design

Bride’s Shoes: Aquazzura

Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Jenny Yoo

Rings: Ken and Dana Design

Makeup: Beauty by Ana Liza

Music: The Loyales

Invitations: Lion in the Sun, Venus Envy Paper and Lichen Ink

 

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Weddings

Marianna & Peter Celebrate Saying “I do” With A Glamorous Black Tie Reception

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The vows have been exchanged and now it’s time for the newlyweds to celebrate their life together! Marianna & Peter didn’t miss a beat welcoming guests to their glamorous reception. Décor reflected the couple’s classic black tie style. But the party mood was full of energetic excitement with everyone toasting the couple and dancing well into the night! In today’s post, we present the final chapter in Marianna and Peter’s wedding story.

Marianna & Peter Wedding - Centerpiece Calla Lily Black Magic Garden Rose - Mandarin Oriental New York - Fred Marcus Studio

Marianna & Peter Wedding – Centerpiece Calla Lily Black Magic Garden Rose – Mandarin Oriental New York – Fred Marcus Studio

 

Part 4: Reception Décor, Card Table, and Sweetheart Table
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Stunning Decor Ideas With Calla Lily Wedding Flowers

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With its exquisite silhouette and arresting beauty, few flowers set hearts a flutter like the calla lily. Our brides just love this bloom! And when it comes to wedding decor, the calla lily is versatile and grows in a spectrum of stunning colors such as crisp white, yellow, pink-peach, purple, and a deep aubergine that looks almost black! Whether your style is modern chic, classic, or romantic, the calla lily, our bb bloom in spotlight, is a great choice to decorate with on your wedding day.

Lauren & Michael Wedding - Calla Lily Detail - Rainbow Room - Jeff Reeder Photography

Lauren & Michael Wedding – Calla Lily Detail – Rainbow Room – Jeff Reeder Photography


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Planning & Inspiration

Pretty Types of Flowers for Winter Wedding Bouquets

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Just because you are getting married during the coldest time of the year doesn’t mean that you can’t carry a stunning floral bouquet down the aisle! In fact, winter offers many types of flowers that reflect the beauty of the season, which can be designed in a bevy of styles and color palettes ranging from all white to rich wine and berry hues. For the winter bride getting ready to tie the knot, here’s all the inspiration you need to create the prettiest bouquet for your wedding day.

Anemone

Anemone Flower - via thefrenchsampler.blogspot

Anemone Flower – via thefrenchsampler.blogspot

 

Due to its delicate appearance, the anemone symbolized fragility and anticipation in the language of flowers. The anemone’s unique beauty made it a muse to Monet and Matisse and each master painter used the bloom as inspiration in their art.
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Planning & Inspiration

Just said “yes?” How to Get Started Planning for Your Wedding

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Congratulations on your engagement! Take some time to enjoy the moment. But once the sparkling (that ring!) engagement clouds start to lift, you’ll have to take the first steps toward planning your wedding. Just thinking about choosing a venue, finding a dress, and deciding on types of flowers and decor can be overwhelming for any bride-to-be. But with strategy and organization, you’ll stay on course to making your wedding dreams a reality. Here’s how to get started.

 

I Said Yes - via brit.co

I Said Yes – via brit.co

 

Make A Checklist

The average engagement lasts 16 months. You won’t have an exact date set in stone until you confirm a venue, but it’s smart to have an idea of which month/season in which you want to get married. From there, you can work out a checklist with a timetable to make sure important things like making a guest list, choosing your bridal party, and securing vendors are taken care of. A quick Google search will uncover a bevy of wedding checklists – we like this detailed one from Perfect Wedding Guide.
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