next stop, wedding!

Between the MetroCard escort cards & the NYC Subway Map seating chart, there has been a lot of chatter about the subway around here.  But did you know some Brides & Grooms ride the subway on their New York City wedding days?  It's true, take a look:

Can you imagine?  Next stop: your wedding!

Photo 1: Diana Garcia Photography via; Photo 2: Christina Szczupak via

skyline shots

Living in Hoboken, just across the Hudson River from Manhattan, I count myself pretty lucky to see the New York City skyline every day.  Day or night, it is a spectacular sight.  It comes as no surprise to me that many New Jersey & New York couples take pause in their wedding day to pose with the New York City skyline.  No doubt that a little skyline adds some magic to wedding photos!

Nothing puts a stamp on a New Jersey or New York wedding like the Manhattan skyline!

Photo 1: Shira Weinberger via; Photo 2: Ryan Brenizer Photography via; Photo 3: Kay English Photography via; Photo 4: Heather Waraksa Photography via; Photo 5: Carla Ten Eyck Photography via

{Classic Manhattan Wedding} Sam & Justin

Happy Wedding Wednesday!

Today's wedding is the first in a series of local New Jersey & New York weddings, just to give you an idea of how marriages are celebrated in my corner of the world.  I fell head over heels in love with this wedding with just one quick glance at the classic, timeless photos in Times Square.  But I think you'll agree- there is much, much more to love about this Manhattan wedding.  Let's take a look at the beautiful day captured by Le Image, Inc.:    

Sam & Justin got married on August 25, 2012 in New York City.  Their beautiful wedding featured a crisp, end of summer color palette & a sweet love bird theme set against the gritty, yet glamourous backdrop of Manhattan.  The Bride & Groom exchanged vows at The Church of Saint Luke on Hudson Street in Greenwich Village.  After officially becoming husband & wife, they were whisked away in a vintage Packard.  The Bride & Groom stopped & took timeless black & white photos in Times Square.  The cocktail & dinner reception was held at 3 West Club, a midtown establishment known for its old world charm.  The Bride & Groom added their own rustic touches to their celebration with overflowing hydrangea centerpieces flanked by bark candles & bark table numbers.  All in all, a classic Manhattan love story!   

My Favorite Moment:  The Bride & Groom riding in the backseat of their vintage Packard with slightly nervous looks on their faces.  That's exactly how I feel riding around the crazy streets of Manhattan!

My Favorite Detail:  The wedding cake takes it- the original design & color captivate me!

Congratulations, Sam & Justin!

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Photography: Le Image, Inc.  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights  /  Ceremony Venue: The Church of Saint Luke  /  Reception Venue: 3 West Club

{escort cards} metro

Since we are diving into New York & New Jersey weddings for the next few weeks, I will bringing you a steady diet of New York & New Jersey details that I adore.  Our first contender is the MetroCard escort card!   

If there is one item that resides in the wallet of every New Yorker, it's a MetroCard.  A MetroCard is a bit like a Manhattan passport.  It is accepted on city subways & buses; it can take you anywhere & everywhere!  As such, MetroCard escort cards are an absolutely perfect detail for a New York City wedding.  Or for a New York City couple getting married elsewhere.  

MetroCard escort cards bring local flavor & charm to the special occasion!  

Photo: Sarah Postma Photography via