Sophia & Sam: Understated Glamour at Tribeca 360

Sophia & Sam Wedding - Bride and Groom Portrait - Tribeca 360 NYC - by Shira Weinberger

We are excited to introduce Sophia, Bride & Blossom’s featured bride for April! Sophia and Samuel said “I do” on a beautiful September day in a gorgeous ceremony and reception at Tribeca 360. Here is the first chapter of their wedding story.

Sophia & Sam Wedding – Bride and Groom Portrait – Tribeca 360 NYC – by Shira Weinberger

Sophia was enjoying drinks with friends on a Thursday evening. After catching up over a few rounds, she stepped away from the group to sit down and check the time on her phone. Her concern about the late hour and going to work in the morning must have been apparent because just seconds later a complete stranger approached and said, “Hey there! Why do you look so bored?” After introducing himself as Sam, he offered to buy Sophia a drink and introduce her to his friends. Once they got to the table, Sophia turned to Sam laughing and said, “Actually… these are all MY friends!”
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Canopy of Blooms at Gramercy Hotel

by Schuyler Polk

Mairin & Seo’s evening wedding on the rooftop of the Gramercy Park Hotel exuded elegance and class. They married in front of a romantic and lush flower wall and dined and danced under a canopy of white blooms.

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

: Gramercy Park Hotel – by STAK Studios

Vendors

Venue: Gramercy Park Hotel

Photographer: Stak Studios

Bride’s Gown: Ines di Santo

Cake: Ron Ben Israel

Catering: Union Square Events

Music: Art Strings & DJ Gary Stewart

Invitations: Paper Finger

Hair & Makeup: Michael Lucero

Dance Floor: Tower Productions

Flowers Donated to: Repeat Roses

Entertainment: The Haiku Guys

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

Weddings

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

by Kate Murphy

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

Part 4: Reception Décor, Card Table, and Sweetheart Table
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Lauren & Michael Wedding - Calla Lily Detail - Rainbow Room - Jeff Reeder Photography

Planning & Inspiration

Stunning Decor Ideas With Calla Lily Wedding Flowers

by Kate Murphy

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

Planning & Inspiration

Color Me Gorgeous! Stunning Ideas for Incorporating Color Into Your Wedding Decor

by Kate Murphy

Elianna Phelps – Cait McCarthy Photography

Wedding flowers evoke a sense of celebration. One of the most expressive ways to set the mood and style of your wedding is through color. We can’t think of anyone more qualified to dish advice on color than our very own Elianna Phelps. With a background in fine art, Elianna brings her expert knowledge of color theory, form, and composition to wedding floral design and styling. And after working in the luxury wedding industry for over half a decade, she’s helped numerous NYC brides realize their perfect wedding colors and style. Here, Elianna talks about all the creative and unique ways to incorporate gorgeous color into your big day!
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Marianna & Peter Wedding - Bride & Groom - Bouquet - Mandarin Oriental New York - Fred Marcus Studio

Weddings

Marianna & Peter: A Classic New York Affair at the Mandarin Oriental

by Kate Murphy

We always look forward to the fresh start that comes with a new year! We’ve decided to take a new approach to presenting you with our weddings on our blog. Each month, we’ll feature a new Bride & Blossom bride, and take you through her wedding journey from start to finish over a series of posts. Our hope is that our dear readers will get to know our beautiful brides more and see what makes each Bride & Blossom wedding so special and unique from the next!

Marianna & Peter Wedding – Bride & Groom – Bouquet – Mandarin Oriental New York – Fred Marcus Studio

Weddings