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In honor of our third anniversary yesterday, I've been sharing my favorite wedding photos with you all week. I hope you enjoyed our getting ready moments, our wedding ceremony & our newlywed moments. Today, let's take a look at our reception. While our wedding ceremony was the most meaningful, our winter white wedding reception was the most FUN:
Just a hop, skip & jump away from our beloved Hoboken, our wedding reception was held at the
Hyatt on the Hudson, a waterfront hotel boasting incredible New York City views. We wanted our wedding reception to feature the very same views we admire from Hoboken so our wedding guests could enjoy them. With the magnificent New York City skyline glittering beyond ballroom windows, the winter white wedding decor was kept very simple. Simple white carnation centerpieces, glowing candles & striped ivory linens graced each table. An all-white wedding cake, square with cascading orchids, completed the minimal, sweet look.
Our wedding reception was a traditional celebration with eating, drinking, toasting, dancing & general merriment. Of course, it was the most special night of my life because I was married to my love & surrounded by our loving family & friends. Some of my favorite memories:
* Pausing to breathe & appreciate the moment. My husband & I sat hand-in-hand at our sweetheart table & took a few minutes just to look around at our family & friends, realizing the muchness of the occasion.
* Dancing to "What A Wonderful World" with my new husband, surrounded by our family & friends with the New York City skyline enveloping us.
* Last Dance to the Jersey anthem, "Livin' on a Prayer" by Bon Jovi. My husband took the mic & belted out the song to a packed dance floor!
In short, we had the time of our lives!
VENDOR LOVE:
Photography: Timothy Glenn Photographers / Reception Venue: Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson / Wedding Planning: Koru Wedding / Day-of Coordination**: An Affair to Remember Weddings & Events / Band: Love Jones Band / Flowers: EK Designs / Wedding Cake: Carlo's Bakery of Hoboken / Wedding Gown: WToo from Lovely Bride / Bridesmaid Dresses: Cynthia Rowley from Bella Bridesmaid in Madison, NJ / Hair & Make-up: Ashimoto / Menswear: Men's Wearhouse
** Please note that I have used the term "Day-of Coordination" because it is the common term. In reality, Eileen helped me with ALL the final preparations of wedding planning, starting about one month prior to the wedding & ending with the last dance of the reception. We had such a blast at our wedding because we knew Eileen & her team were taking care of every last detail!
Happy Wedding Wednesday!
When you mix the prettiest pink bridal shoes & bridesmaid dresses with elegant white bouquets & centerpieces, you have the recipe for a perfectly beautiful wedding. Kim Reimer Photography shows us the beauty:
Maura & Alan were married on August 3 in Vancouver, British Columbia Canada. The elegant white wedding palette was accented with touches of pale pink, such as pink bridal shoes and pink bridesmaid dresses. The beautiful wedding began with a traditional Catholic ceremony at a stately church. Afterwards, the Bride & Groom hit the streets of Vancouver to capture wedding memories. The fun celebration continued at Le Versailles Ballroom at The Sutton Place Hotel. The gorgeous crystal chandeliers & pretty damask fabric walls were accented with towering white hydrangea centerpieces. It was the perfect setting to eat, drink & be married!
My Favorite Moment: The Groom decorating the Bride with a Just Married sign!
My Favorite Detail: The Bride's white rose bridal bouquet with just a subtle hint of pink.
Congratulations, Maura & Alan!
VENDOR LOVE:
Photography: Kim Reimer Photography / Submitted via Two Bright Lights / Reception Venue: The Sutton Place Hotel / Floral Designer: Budget Blooms
Happy Friday! For the first weekend in months, we're not headed to the beach. It's going to be a quiet weekend at home & that sounds just perfect. My biggest decision will be choosing between the beach candle to savor summer or the pumpkin candle to celebrate autumn! Before I have to make such a difficult choice , here is a sneak peek at next Wedding Wednesday:
Oh, this is just the most fun wedding. Baby's breath galore. Turquoise touches. A little bit rustic, a little bit boho & a lot of perfect, it's sure to capture your heart. Be sure to check it out next Wedding Wednesday!
Enjoy a great weekend!
Photography: Ampersand Wedding Photography / Submitted via Two Bright Lights
Happy Wedding Wednesday!
After a short summer break, our Wedding Wednesday feature is back. & back with a whole lot of pretty! Oh, there is a ceremony with an amazing view. There are the most beautiful white flowers. There is a dreamy, flowy wedding gown. & much, much more! Paul Retherford Wedding Photography shows us the beauty:
Melissa & Melbs got married on May 10 in Portola, California at Thomas Fogarty Winery in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Their wedding day dawned sunny & gorgeous, just perfect for highlighting the incredible San Francisco to San Jose views. The wedding ceremony featured those sweeping views, as well a white rose petal aisle & a unique lantern altar made by the Groom's father. The Bride floated down the aisle, wearing her chiffon gown & carrying her perfect white bridal bouque, to marry her Groom. After saying "I Do!" the new husband & wife toured the vineyards & captured sweet moments. In celebration of the marriage, family & friends gathered to eat good food, drink good wine & make good memories. Such a great wedding!
My Favorite Moment: I love the Bride & Groom dancing surrounded by their family & friends.
My Favorite Detail: The lantern altar is not only striking, it's so meaningful since the Groom's father designed & created it for the Bride & Groom.
Congratulations, Melissa & Melbs!
VENDOR LOVE:
Photography: Paul Retherford Wedding Photography / Submitted via Two Bright Lights / Ceremony & Reception Venue: Thomas Fogarty Winery & Vineyards / Caterer: Continental Caterers / Floral Designer: Amy Burke Designs / DJ: Big Fun DJ / Transportation: Lonestar Limousine
