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THE HUDSON VALLEY’S MOST ICONIC RESORT For more than 150 years, our Victorian castle has provided guests with renewal of body, mind, and spirit in a beautiful, natural setting. Design your dream wedding at our historic resort. Every Mohonk bride gets the full attention of a Wedding Planner who will ensure each detail is coordinated on your special day. Enjoy magnificent views, gourmet cuisine, an award-winning spa, and more.
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OZ FARM An 82 Acre Equestrian Estate and private event venue in the Hudson Valley, complete with mountain views, rustic barn ambiance, and impeccable local cuisine. 280 Malden Tur npike, S auger t ies 845-554-0969 • o zfar mny.com
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When it comes to choosing your venue, start looking early, especially if you plan to wed during popular times of year, like the month of June or peak foliage season.
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It’s hard to imagine a place with a wider selection of beautiful wedding venues than the Hudson Valley, full of options such as: waterfront parks, mountain peaks, country clubs, grand estates, cozy inns, arboretums, industrial-chic lofts, wineries, farms, barns, ballrooms, historic mansions, stone churches, and even an art deco theatre. You name it, we’ve got it, and often in more than one flavor. When it comes to choosing your venue, start looking early, especially if you plan to wed during popular times of year, like the month of June or peak foliage season. Many beloved venues are booked up 18 months or more in advance. If you tour a place in February and your wedding is planned for August of the following year, ask to see some pictures of the setting in late-summer and find out whether they’re planning any major renovations. Do some research by checking social media and websites to get a better sense of the space.
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Consider venues where both indoor and outdoor space will be yours. It adds a marvelous, spacious sense of freedom to the party. Find out if your selection hosts more than one wedding on the same day, and ask how that’s handled, to make sure everyone has elbow room. Check to make sure they’ve got all their insurance and licensing in order, and ask what rules and regulations they have in place. Once you’ve narrowed down your options a little, make a list of must-have features. Do you want to be free to use your own decorator and/or caterer? Will there be wheelchair-bound guests? What kind of “backstage” getting-ready spaces will you have access to? Do a mental walk-through of the plan for your day in each place you visit, and ask to see everything. 18
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Find out if your selection hosts more than one wedding on the same day, and ask how that’s handled, to make sure everyone has elbow room.
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Celebrate an unforgettable event entirely tailored to your preference and wishes. The beautiful setting overlooking rolling hills and the magical sunset over the Catskill Mountains lends itself to be a perfect scenario for weddings or private events and celebrations.
Host your small, intimate wedding on historic Bannerman Island, a Hudson River Landmark just 60 miles north of NYC. Weddings of eighty people or less. Call for details.
Historic Catskill lodge, offering a weekend destination in a picturesque valley, yet only two hours from NYC. Over 40 acres of meadows, gardens, and hiking trails. Rustic barn for ceremonies and dancing, heated indoor pool, fitness center, tennis court, self-serve ice cream parlor, 19 rooms for guests. Custom menus crafted by the Inn’s executive chef. Call for a tour and discover the amazing BVI.
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The vast reception patio with its broad Hudson River vista is available for up to seven hours until 10pm (in accordance with local zoning restrictions). The Barn at Buttermilk—a warm, inviting space—is versatile enough to be transformed into the epitome of country elegance or a welcoming space for large, casual gatherings. Catering services are provided through Henry’s at the Farm, the premier on-site restaurant.
Our Event Center is a stunning glass building looking out toward the Neversink River, which offers you a beautiful setting for your wedding pictures, either along the river or on our manicured grounds. Enjoy our whole complex, including the Claryville Art Center and the adjacent Russian Mule Brewery. If you want to say “I do” at a destination wedding, you will have an unforgettable experience at Blue Hill.
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Twin Star Orchards is the home orchard of the award-winning farm cidery, Brooklyn Cider House. Our venue is an idyllic setting for special events or for a casual weekend outing with friends and family. Stop by for hand-crafted ciders, local wine and beer, along with wood-fired pizzas and burgers or call to book your farm-style wedding, rehearsal dinner, or corporate event.
Pollepel Island, 845-831-1001, bannermancastle.org
Lew Beach, 845-439-4844, beaverkillvalleyinn.com
Claryville, 845-985-0247, bluehillcatskills.com
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Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Clemson Bros Brewery is an award-winning brewery and restaurant praised not only for its food and beverage, but also for its beautiful event spaces. With an outdoor beer garden, game room, banquet room, taproom, and bridal loft, Clemson Bros Brewery offers a unique environment for events and weddings.
Just steps from the heart of Woodstock, Colony’s impeccably restored dance floor, bar, and wraparound balcony set the stage for an unforgettable wedding. Colony is the perfect venue for music lovers to celebrate in the town which birthed the iconic festival and one of the earliest art colonies in America. This venue includes a complete sound system, lights, stage, and billiard room for added entertainment.
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Crested Hen Farms provides the ideal site for a rustic and organic, yet sophisticated and elegant, wedding or other special event. Nestled on the banks of the Rondout Creek, the farm sits in the middle of 32+ acres. The circa-1830 English-Dutch dairy barn has been carefully repurposed, resulting in a 3,000-squarefoot special event space with soaring ceilings supported by original hand-hewn beams. The venue is available from midspring through mid-autumn.
A boutique farmhouse located in the Hudson Valley, ElmRock Inn is the perfect place to enjoy a magical celebration with friends and family on your special day! Offering country elegance and farm style charm with a combination of indoor and outdoor entertaining options for varying sizes of wedding festivities. The antique gazebo is perfect for a romantic ceremony. Enjoy cocktails on the bluestone patio, a farm-to-table dinner in the locust grove, and culminate the evening by the bonfire.
Celebrate your day surrounded by the beauty of the famed Catskill Mountains. We feature spacious accommodations, spectacular mountain and Esopus Creek views, stunning indoor and outdoor options, and a veteran event team with over 20 years of experience in helping couples create the day of their dreams. An Emerson wedding also includes on-site catering that offers freshly prepared and locally sourced menu items.
Middletown & New Paltz, clemsonbrewing.com
Woodstock, 845-679-7625, colonywoodstock.com
Stone Ridge, 845-687-4492, elmrockinn.com
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Must-see venues for a laid-back wedding weekend surrounded by nature. With rustic yet chic indoor dĂŠcor and amazing views, both properties will instantly set the tone for a unique, memorable experience. They provide personalized service with an on-site coordinator and catering by a CIA-trained chef. The beautiful spaces with options to customize your event ensure a one-of-a-kind celebration.
Mount Tremper, 845-688-2828 ext. 7611, emersonresort.com
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Lush gardens and fountains envelop this intimate and romantic 1800s Greek revival manor. The estate setting offers an intriguing and distinctive alternative to conventional wedding venues. Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, this is an easy one-hour drive from Manhattan, Westchester, or northern New Jersey. At one wedding per day, the capacity, with dinner and dancing, holds 200 people.
The Estate’s 30-acre beautiful, private lakeside property is the consummate venue to celebrate your unforgettable day. Nestled in the Catskills by Hunter Mountain, we can accommodate up to 200 guests, with catering services provided on-site. The Estate sleeps 46 guests, and our properties collectively sleep 135 guests. We are just over a two-hour drive north of Manhattan. Come enjoy our pristine property with your loved ones!
The Historic Barns of Nipmoose provide an idyllic setting for rustic chic weddings. Perched on a knoll overlooking a breathtaking landscape of farm fields, the Scottish Barn, German Barn, and Corn Crib are superb examples of America’s rich agricultural heritage. All three barns are included in a single wedding event, offering couples a unique opportunity to plan their wedding, whether elegant or casual.
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Think of the barn at Homestead Farm Resort for your wedding or other special occasion. Located on 250 acres in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, the barn has been fully refurbished and features an elevated deck, bar area, caterer’s kitchen, buffet room, and men’s and women’s bathrooms. The barn is heated so late-fall and wintertime dates are available. 26 guest rooms on property. Email: homesteadfarmresort@gmail.com
The Marika is a luxurious vessel available for private wedding cruises on the Hudson River. Her elegance, the tastefully prepared cuisine, and attention to detail create a perfect setting. Wedding cruises can be custom-designed and the Hudson Cruise team is available to work with you or your planners. The location offers quick access from Amtrak trains, major airports, and metropolitan areas. We also specialize in wedding rehearsals and more.
Hutton Brickyards is an event-ready, industrial-chic, large-format venue that marries historic structures with the natural beauty of the Hudson River for an unparalleled experience limited only by your imagination. Three historic covered pavilions feature soaring truss ceilings, modern amenities, and Hudson Riverfront dining to make Hutton Brickyards a dynamic and flexible location for events to remember. Give us a call to schedule a tour today!
Margaretville, 845-586-4482, homesteadfarmresort.com
Hudson, 518-822-1014, hudsoncruises.com
Buskirk, 518-944-4414, nipmoosebarns.org
Kingston, 845-213-4742, huttonbrickyards.com
Hunter, 800-486-8376, huntermtn.com
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Hunter Mountain offers the most unique wedding venue situated in the great northern Catskills. You and your guests will travel to the 3,200-foot summit via our scenic chairlift, complete with 360-degree views of the surrounding mountain ranges. Once at the top, your guests witness your marriage with a breathtaking backdrop, that can not be duplicated! Let your special day be an experience to remember!
Looking for a unique location with a country style? You’ve found the right place. Indian Ridge Farm offers beautiful indoor and outdoor options for a wedding, family reunion, birthday party, christening, weekend getaway, corporate retreat, or any other event. With acres of privacy, beach entry to their lake, paddle boats, a beach volleyball court, and a large tent area, their unique offerings are perfect for any party.
Nestled in scenic Ulster County, Lippincott Manor features a beautiful country-rustic setting in the Hudson Valley for outdoor weddings. This unique site, situated on 15 charming acres, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Wallkill River and Shawangunk Mountains. A full-service facility celebrating only one event per day, Lippincott Manor allows for a one-of-a-kind Hudson Valley wedding.
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Design your dream wedding at this historic castle resort, an iconic Hudson Valley destination since 1869. Your guests will experience renewal of body, mind, and spirit in a beautiful, natural setting with stunning views of Victorian gardens and Lake Mohonk. Mohonk’s award-winning chefs create gourmet cuisine for your guests, and your dedicated wedding coordinator will help you plan every last detail, from your very first tasting to your final send-off.
Located in the Catskill Mountains, Mount Tremper Arts is an artist residency space dedicated to contemporary and experimental performance. Take over the entire campus for your incredible wedding weekend celebration. With expansive mountain views by day and starry skies at night, your rental includes lodging, a gorgeous studio, fields, gardens, and fire circles. Full wedding coordination or DIY packages available.
Ole Savannah is excited to be a new wedding venue in the Hudson Valley! Our Sperry sailcloth tent is perfect not just for weddings, but also rehearsal dinners, day-after brunches, bridal and baby showers, and more. We can accommodate parties from 20 to 140 people. Whether you are planning a casual buffet, cocktail party, pig roast, or elegant sit-down dinner, our waterfront location is unlike any other. Located conveniently in downtown Kingston.
New Paltz, 845-256-2053, mohonk.com
Phoenicia, 845-688-9893, eventsatmounttremperarts.com
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Opus 40 is a sculpture park with meadows, fountains, statues and a 6.5-acre sculpture, surrounded by private forests and the majestic Catskill Mountains. You can host your reception, dinner and/or wedding ceremony (for up to 400 people) in several locations across Opus 40. With outdoor lighting and numerous electrical outlets, the site offers resources for full-service catering, multiple bands and speakers, dancing and DJs, serving areas, and a bar.
Oz Farm is a 90-acre horse farm and private event venue overlooking beautiful mountain views. The ceremony field is perfect for tented events, cocktail hour, ceremonies, and open-air events under the stars and string lights. This breathtaking location creates a picturesque ambience for you and your guests. The 3,200-square-foot oak barn, once a working horse barn, has been refreshed to accommodate 150 sit-down guests with entertainment and a dance floor.
Located in the charming town of Phoenicia, surrounded by the Catskill Mountains, is the Phoenician, a true local gem. With a party-friendly backyard situated on the Esopus Creek, a selection of delectable food, and a friendly tavern serving craft brews and cocktails made from locally sourced ingredients, this place has something for everyone. The indoor and outdoor catering and event areas are perfect for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, and after-parties.
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Premier wedding and event destination in the heart of the Catskill Mountains. The Pine Ridge Dude Ranch offers indoor and outdoor year-round options for your wedding, bridal showers, baby showers, birthday parties, anniversary parties, corporate retreats, and religious gatherings. Make everlasting memories that will last a lifetime.
Have the upstate wedding of your dreams at this historic Shawangunk estate with old-world charm. Nestled on over 150 acres, your guests will enjoy spectacular Catskill Mountain views. Package rates include the use of multiple on-site venues and in-house catering. This hidden gem offers guest accommodations, an outdoor pool, hiking trails, a spring-fed green pool, spa facilities, an outdoor tiki bar, and volleyball and tennis courts.
Get married on a horse farm and dance the night away in a covered, open-air pavilion. Stunning 360-degree mountain views and rolling pastures make this weekend-long rental an unforgettable venue for a ceremony and reception. There is no shutdown time, so you can keep the party going as long as you like. Planning services are available. Ask about staying over! Weddings starting at $4,800.
Kerhonkson, 866-600-0859, pineridgeduderanch.com
Phoenicia, 845-688-9800, thephoeniciansteakhouse.com
Kerhonkson, 203-858-3634, rusticridgeview.com
New Windsor, 845-534-3115, stormking.org/host-an-event
the 1850 house inn and tavern Rosendale, 845-658-7800, the1850house.com
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Storm King Members* receive the exclusive opportunity to host their ceremony and/or reception in Storm King’s beautiful 500acre outdoor museum. With expansive views of the Hudson Highlands Mountains, the landscape provides a dramatic setting for a collection of more than 100 carefully sited sculptures created by some of the most acclaimed artists of our time. *at the Friends Membership level and above.
Located in the town of Rosendale, this historic boutique hotel is the perfect location for an intimate wedding. Whether it’s just the two of you or 80 of your closest friends and family, their deck overlooking the Rondout Creek is a perfect choice for your celebration. With eleven guest rooms and modern amenities, The 1850 House Inn balances old and new to make your event everything you want it to be.
The historic Beekman Arms has been welcoming guests to the charming village of Rhinebeck since 1766. This campus-style property is comprised of 80 guest rooms spread throughout 15 different buildings. The main Inn features a colonial style tavern, the perfect place to enjoy a homestyle meal or just relax by the fire. Follow us on social media to get updates about events happening on the property year-round!
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Perched high above the majestic Hudson River, the CIA is the food lover’s choice. Every detail of your day is expertly delivered by CIA-trained chefs and staff. Feast your eyes on our breathtaking river views, beautiful gardens, and historic and contemporary indoor spaces. From bridal party cooking classes to rehearsal dinners, ceremonies to receptions, we have everything to make your wedding a culinary delight.
At The Egg’s Nest, a regional icon, the artistry of our decor is matched by the artistry of our cuisine. Celebrate your wedding events or private function with us in an eclectic, one-of-a-kind space, perfectly unique for your special day. Our world-class food and beverage program features scratch made food and drink and various local purveyors. Call today to plan your oneof-a-kind event.
Come celebrate your special day with breathtaking views and sunsets at The Inn at Kettleboro. Located on a 12-acre fruit orchard with the Shawangunks and Mohonk as a backdrop, the Inn offers a magical space for your gathering of friends and family. Magnificent bluestone patios, elegant interiors, and comfortably appointed guest rooms help create the atmosphere to make your wedding everything you want it to be.
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Nestled on 17 acres overlooking the pristine West Settlement valley our historic barn has been re-imagined as the perfect romantic, rustic, and elegant space. When visitors arrive at the property, it is immediately apparent that this is an exceptional place. “Off the beaten path” with magnificent views of the high peaks of the Catskill Mountains that stretch endlessly, enveloping guests with a feeling of true serenity. Our guests come to relax, celebrate, and create memories that last a lifetime.
This boutique riverside hotel offers stunning views, an exquisitely renovated historic location, Jacuzzi tubs, local produce, late after-parties, and so much more. We also offer full-service, off-premise catering, including rentals, to all major venues in the Catskills and Hudson Valley.
An exquisite circa-1870 barn on 120 acres in the Catskill Mountains offering full climate control for year-round comfort. We welcome you to celebrate your most precious moments in our lovingly restored barn hosting events for 20 to 250 people. Over 50 windows bringing in gorgeous ambient light, a soaring 40-foot-high peak, and a breathtaking 1920s crystal chandelier all make your event unforgettable.
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Kingston, 845-802-7007, thevenueuptown.com
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Roxbury, 917-693-9276, villasposa.com
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The Venue Uptown gives you freedom to dream. Imagine: with 8,800 square feet of flexible space to accommodate up to 250 guests, your wedding can be as intimate or lavish as your heart desires. Our on-site hotel (The Best Western Plus–Kingston) allows your guests to relax and enjoy the fun, all in one luxurious setting. Call or email Christine at 845-802-7007 or christine@ thevenueuptown.com.
Nestled in the tranquil Catskills forest, this European-style villa offers unparalleled comforts like no other: Japanese heated toilets, DreamCloud mattresses, private Jacuzzis, an extravagant outdoor hot tub, and much more. Celebrate your most cherished moments in our luxurious haven with a cocktail reception for up to 50 people—just arrive with your love and we will take care of the rest.
Located in the Catskills, amidst breathtaking mountain views, our intimate boutique resort is a perfect location for your momentous occasion. Whether you choose an evening affair, an overnight celebration, or a destination wedding, the Villa will help you create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. As the resort with the personal touch, we create weddings with love.
Roxbury, 518-610-3449, innatwestsettlement.com
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Rhinebeck, 845-876-0590, therhinecliff.com, rhevcat.com
Schoharie, 518-461-6013, thesablewood.com
Tannersville, 518-589-5060, villavosilla.com
Photo by Twice Beloved Studio.
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Rye, 914-777-2053, lessingsweddings.com
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WhistleWood Farm Bed & Breakfast provides a relaxing, comfortable atmosphere with eclectic antique furnishings, fireplaces, comfy sofas and chairs, and delicious breakfasts. Our farm offers private views of acres of rolling land, grazing horses, and flower gardens in bloom; a perfect site for a variety of events. The hilltop areas are wonderful places to hold wedding ceremonies and receptions. We can accommodate up to 150 people in our outside areas.
Whitby Castle boasts a striking similarity to the details of the original Whitby Abbey in England, including some of the original Abbey stones. Set on 126 acres in Rye, New York, Whitby Castle is conveniently located, yet seemingly worlds away. Perfectly manicured lawns, breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound, a grandiose ballroom, plus two private reception rooms offer the perfect backdrop for an affair of any size.
Nestled in the vibrant yet serene Catskill Mountain town of Windham, NY, Windham Manor is the perfect venue for your next big celebration. The premier event space boasts a sprawling 45-acre property; a newly renovated 12-bedroom Victorian estate with picturesque wraparound porches and breathtaking views, and a soon-to-be-completed luxury barn, which can accommodate up to 300 guests for dinner and dancing.
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Experience excellence with a wedding at Wiltwyck. Our 4,000-square-foot ballroom overlooks stunning Catskill Mountain scenic views and can accommodate events from 50 to 300 guests. Enjoy a rare culinary opportunity with legendary NYC chef Kenny Callaghan, a local and natural ingredient enthusiast and a plating perfectionist. Conveniently located between New York City and Albany, nestled between the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains.
Weddings at the Byrdcliffe Arts Colony, founded in 1902, are steeped in the Catskills’ beauty, the warmth of an artists’ com¬munity, and over a century of creativity. Original arts-and-crafts buildings decorate 250 acres of forest, inspiring artists, writers, and explorers. Whether you choose the rustic elegance of the Byrdcliffe Barn, or the historic gem of White Pines, come to celebrate your love at the colony that made Woodstock.
Woodstock Farm Sanctuary is home to over 400 rescued and rehabilitated farmed animals and offers the perfect pastoral setting for your vegan wedding. With an outdoor chapel with benches, two covered pavilions, and a 5,000-square-foot banquet hall, our Sanctuary is the ideal spot to host a unique and unforgettable event. Lodging with staging area for your wedding party is available on-site at The Gray Barn, our newly built boutique inn.
Kingston, 845-331-0700, wiltwyckweddings.com
Woodstock, 845-679-2079, woodstockguild.org
Windham, 516-316-5046, windhammanor.com
Photo by Khaki Bedford Photography.
Rhinebeck, 845-876-6838, whistlewood.com
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Relax with family and friends and enjoy one of the most important days of your life while our dedicated staff turns your dream wedding into reality. Kerhonkson, NY 866-600-0859
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Host your reception or wedding ceremony in several bucolic locations across Opus 40 50 Fite Road, Saugerties 845-246-3400 • opus40.org
Romantic, Intimate, Hudson Valley Estate. Award Winning Cuisine. Alternative to conventional wedding venues. Intimate, Romantic, enveloped by lush gardens, fountains and lawns. All-inclusive packages with no site fees. One wedding a day.
110 Round Hill Road, Washingtonville, NY 800.337.2556 • FeastCaterers.com
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An exquisite 1870s barn set on 120 acres in the Catskill Mountains offering full climate control for year round comfort 35 minutes to Albany 3 hours to NYC or Boston
Schoharie, NY • 518-461-6013 TheSablewood.com
The Memories of a Lifetime. To Have and to Hold. The Venue Uptown gives you freedom to dream. With 8,800 square feet of flexible space accommodating up to 250 guests, your wedding can be as intimate or lavish as your heart desires. Mention that you saw us in WEDDINGvortex for a special offer! 503 Washington Avenue • Kingston • 845.802.7007 • thevenueuptown.com 31
Wedding Planning
a w o r ry - f r e e w e d d i n g d a y Planning by Gina Maloney. Photo by AGP Collective.
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Whatever level of planning you choose, know that what you’re investing in is peace of mind: the chance to truly enjoy your guests and every detail of this day you’re creating.
You’ve probably noticed by now that weddings have a lot of moving parts. You’re making schedules and figuring numbers and researching professionals and collecting possibilities.
Planning by Ohana Event Design. Photo by Autumn Nicole Photography.
It’s not every day that most of us have a reason to plan a party on this scale, several orders of magnitude more complex than a milestone birthday, family holiday, or potluck. Even if your job is organizing complicated events for work, how often have you had to organize one with this kind of emotional impact and this many assorted relatives? The most important choices are ones only the two of you can make. The look, the feel, the setting, the flavors, the sounds...all yours to choose, ingredients in a recipe as unique as the relationship you’re celebrating. Those ingredients should be absolutely whatever the intersection of your wildest dreams and your budget can offer. 33
A gifted wedding planner knows the ins and outs of Wedding World and can steer you clear of dead-end roads and potholes.
And then, if you want the best chance of having your vision actually come true, consider turning the reins over to a planner. A gifted planner is a superb listener who can sit with you and see what you’re trying to create; a dialed-in networker who knows where to start in the search for 34
the right vendors and how long in advance they need to be booked. A gifted wedding planner knows the ins and outs of Wedding World and can steer you clear of dead-end roads and potholes. A gifted wedding planner is responsive and transparent. You should feel like you’re in the loop, without having to sweat and fret. Planning can be full-service: you provide the outline and the planner gets involved from the start and fills in the smaller details. If you’ve got busy lives or like the idea of expert guidance, consider an all-inclusive, full-service planner.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
But once you have those things decided, do you want to be responsible for every one of the smaller choices associated with each element? Some people do, and that’s fine. If your vision is crystal clear down to the last fine detail, get all those details figured out and jotted down.
Planning by Main Course. Photo by Love + Wolves Co. Planning by Gina Maloney. Photo by Heather Waraksa Photography.
Planning by Gina Maloney. Photo by Heather Waraksa Photography. Planning by Hudson Valley Ceremonies. Photo by Nyla Gray Photography.
Month-of planners will free you of the last-minute scheduling details, make sure all your vendors’ contracts are signed and all your deliveries show up as needed. These crunch-time experts allow you to concentrate on enjoying that hectic last few weeks as fiancés. Wedding-weekend coordinators will help make sure that everything from the rehearsal dinner to the dayafter brunch goes smoothly. Especially useful if you’re planning a larger wedding and have people coming from out of town for various events. Day-of coordinators will run the plan that you turn over to them, greeting your vendors and making sure everything’s on-schedule and where it belongs. Destination coordinators know the territory and are essential when you’re planning from a distance. Some planners and coordinators will offer à la carte services, taking the parts you don’t want to bother with and leaving you the rest. Whatever level of planning you choose, know that what you’re investing in is peace of mind: the chance to truly enjoy your guests and every detail of this day you’re creating. A gifted planner frees you to shine like the gems you are. After all, you lovebirds deserve no less. 35
Photo by Amber J Photography.
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Catskills, 518-821-1750, catskillsconcierge.com
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Hudson Valley, 845-853-4075, ginamaloneyevents.com
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Your go-to wedding guru. Boasting over ten years of experience in planning and executing, from off-the-grid to classic charm, weddings and special events. If there is one thing we’ve learned, it’s that not one wedding is the same and we are here to guide your unique style and requests! Provide staffing for out-of-town catering and beverage services. Connections to local venues and vendors. Specializing in day-of coordination.
For Hudson Valley’s Most Beautiful and Unique Weddings… couples call upon Gina Maloney Events. Winner of The Knot’s “Hall of Fame” and voted “Best Wedding Planner in The Hudson Valley” by Hudson Valley Magazine, Gina and her staff are dedicated to making your wedding the most special, stress-free, and fun affair that reflects your personality and dreams. Follow us on Instagram @ginamaloney_events
If you are planning your own wedding, we can provide you with day-of coordination to ensure that your plans are carried out smoothly. Let us be the liaison with your vendors and pull all the pieces of the puzzle together. Entrust your special day to a wedding professional with the experience and flexibility to handle any last-minute changes that may come up, so you and your family can enjoy your celebration.
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Hudson Valley Elope creates unique wedding ceremonies with couples who want to begin their marriage uniquely. We are a Photographer, Officiant, and Coordinator team. Our ceremonies are earthy and grounded, with the couple at the core. Michele learns your love story to create a custom written ceremony that includes meaningful and spiritual rituals. Erica photographs your wedding in a documentary style that captures genuine emotions and records events as they unfold.
Every couple has a unique vision for their wedding day, and Main Course event planners are there to help bring that vision to life. Whether it’s deciding on the perfect venue or choosing the right china pattern, Main Course staff will be by your side to ensure that every detail is addressed. Expect highly personalized service from their professional staff whose only goal is to make the planning process as easy for you as walking down the aisle.
Rhinebeck, 845-244-1482, hudsonvalleyceremonies.com
Our group of wedding planners will assist you in designing the event of a lifetime. With over 24 years of experience and a vast network of professionals, Hudson Valley Ceremonies will help you and your families enjoy the wedding planning process. Our planners specialize in rustic, chic, and elegant weddings. Services include day-of coordination, partial, and full planning.
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New Paltz, 917-406-5749, hudsonvalleyelope.com
Kingston, 845-514-3432, groundedny.com
New Paltz, 845-255-2600, maincoursecatering.com
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We believe that planning is all in the details and that a wellplanned wedding is key to being able to enjoy your special day. We are a full-service studio, also offering florals & styling. Our planning service is the glue that holds your wedding together. We will wrap our hands around every logistical detail of your big day and help bring to life the wedding of your dreams!
RSVP by B Wedding Coordination serves the beautiful Hudson Valley! We primarily focus on wedding day coordination. We know what it takes to create a smooth, stress-free, beautiful wedding. We are organized, energetic, and detail-oriented. We have your best interest at heart and we take our responsibility of creating an experience that you will remember seriously. We believe in making your day happen your way!
Wild Blooms Bridal is for the unique, modern bride who is effortless and not bound by tradition. For the bride who loves freedom, style, simplicity, and wants to be her truest self on her special day. Complete wedding planning from a bridal boutique, floral design, day-of coordination, complete event planning, destination weddings, and honeymoons.
Hudson Valley, 845-202-3340, rsvpbyb.com
Hudson Valley, 845.264.2955, wildbloomsbridal.com
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Hudson Valley, 914-279-0721, ohanaeventdesign.com
Photo by Jordan Jankun.
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For Hudson Valley’s Most Beautiful and Unique Weddings… Couples call upon Gina Maloney Events.
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Stationery
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1 YEAR:
Mail save the date cards one year in advance, if possible, or as soon as the date’s definite.
6 MONTHS:
This is the time to choose and order your invitations and matching RSVP and thank you cards.
3 MONTHS:
Mail invitations (including RSVP cards) for a destination wedding. Six to eight weeks in advance works for an in-town wedding. (If your wedding is local to you but you have loved ones who’ll need to travel a ways, you might want to correspond with them individually before the two-month mark.) Order other paper goods such as programs, reception menus, signage, and invitations to related week-of events.
1 MONTH:
Send invites for rehearsal dinner, morning-after brunch, and other festivities.
3 WEEKS:
Go through your RSVPs and follow up as needed so that you can finalize seating charts.
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Send thank you cards.
Planning by Gina Maloney . Photo by Heather Waraksa Photography.
Your wedding stationery—from the “save the date” card to the final thank you note—is your ambassador. It makes its way to the homes of loved ones of all sorts, gets posted on the fridge or set carefully on the mantelpiece or desk, carrying with it a warm little burst of happiness and the joy of sharing the moment. Here’s a timeline of the essential pieces you’ll want to include:
Invites by Wide Eyes Paper Co. Planning & flowers by Ohana Event Design. Photo by Monika Eisenbart.
These ideas sound (and look!) more expensive than they actually are. If you’re at all crafty, there are a lot of good DIY guides out there. But whether you decide to go hands-on or not, paper is about so much more than creamcolored card stock. Have you considered: • Natural and recycled papers, now available in a wider selection of colors and textures than ever. As sustainable as the love that brought you here! • Creative papers, from vibrant jewel tones to delicate pastels, from tie-dye or silkscreen to bold geometrics and formal borders. • Fabric invitations—such as silk, hemp, or lace—printed with your design and stitched to card stock, add a very special feel. • Handmade paper is a centuries-old art that today’s designers have taken in thousands of exciting new directions. It’s a warm-hearted way to underscore how special this occasion is. • Eco-printing using natural vegetable or mineral dyes applied directly to your stock.
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Photo by Arius Photography. Flowers by Sarah Monteiro.
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• Bright jewel tones and saturated colors: Don’t be afraid of them! Even, or especially, if your dominant wedding colors are more subdued, play with swatches until the perfect bright accents jump out at you and then deploy strategically throughout (think centerpieces, napkins, signage, florals, and fabrics). 44
• Black accents: Poets, artists, and musicians know the importance of negative space, the breath between beats. Black enhances visual impact and goes with everything. It can be anything from formal to neo-goth. Metallics paired with black—be they silver, gold, bronze, or copper— can add a zap of heat and light.
Photo by Arius Photography.
Photo by Alicia King Photography. Invites by Minted.
Photo by Monika Eisenbart. Flowers by Ohana Event Design.
The Big Day is all about the exuberance—the time and thought you spend in advance on the little things will make your unique style of exuberance felt by all your guests. For whatever sort of venue you’ve chosen, from a banquet hall to a backyard, here are some ideas for grace notes to make a memorable day.
• Translucent details: Translucence literally means the light shines through, and it’s hard to imagine what comes closer to our purpose here. Once your lighting plan is set, consider how beautiful translucent touches can work with it. Filmy/floaty touches? Rainbowshedding prismatics? Have fun!
Photo by Alicia King Photography. Flowers by Adams.
Photo by Sarma & Co. Photography. Flowers by Athabold.
• Modern blended with traditional: You have the entire creative arc of human and natural design history as your palette, plus whatever you can dream up. Don’t let yourselves be hemmed in by categories. You can have a white tie wedding under colored lights or surrounded by bedazzled black velvet swaths. You can add country chic touches to your overall sleek. People may talk. Let ‘em. Go with what wows you and makes your hearts sing.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography. Flowers by Olive & June Floral Co.
Photo by Arius Photography. Flowers by Jarita’s Florist.
• Signage: Make the wayfinding process fun for your guests! You can go drop-dead elegant, wildly witty, or heartwarmingly homespun, but do make it count. • Flower backdrops: Speaking of exuberance, flowers can do far more than inhabit vases and centerpieces. Consider a floral backdrop of your favorite blossoms. Peonies, roses, gardenias? Consider fabric or paper handmade choices for the look of a glorious floral wall on a daisy budget.
• Lasers: Laser cutting opens up a vast variety of possibilities for affordably and permanently adding any design you choose to almost any item you want. 3D printing means that with a little expertise or expert help, you can create any item you can dream up. 45
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Photo by Alicia King Photography. Flowers by Adams Fairacre Farms. Photo by Monika Eisenbart.
Photo by Alicia King Photography.
• Lush fabric: Lush fabric pieces add a sensual feel whilst being in such good taste that the most conservative office auntie will be nodding in approval without quite knowing why. Think of the options: velvet, silk, heavy satin, crisp crepe, warm golden brown burlap, vegan leather.... Roam a local fabric store for some inspiration. Then, of course, there are prints and tapestries.…
• Monograms: Tradition suggests that your joint monogram make its debut once the knot is tied—on menus or guest souvenirs, say, not on invitations and RSVP cards. That said, you have a mind-boggling range of design choices at your disposal. There’s a font for every feeling, there’s original calligraphy.... How about designing your own family crest of ferns or florals or your favorite tree?
Photo by Heather Waraksa Photography. Flowers by Green Cottage. Planning by Gina Maloney.
• Arbors: There’s something powerfully magical about the symbolism of the two of you and your officiant framed within a lush arbor. You can go traditional with a floral arch, or interpret “arbor” in whatever way suits your own style.
Photo by Arius Photography. Flowers by Farmhand Flowers.
Photo by Novella Photography. Flowers by Flower Blossom Farm. Planning by A Charmed Affair.
• Candles: Everyone looks good in the warm glow of candlelight, so don’t be afraid to lavish it around. Naturally scented candles add a whole other dimension. Juxtaposing candles with mirrors for an infinity effect...oh my.
• Hanging décor and chandeliers: What will your guests see if they look up? Crystal chandeliers, origami doves, floral garlands? Hanging décor literally adds a whole new level to the look of a room. 47
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New York PhotoBus.
Photo by Alicia King Photography. Flowers by Adams Fairacre Farms.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
How do you turn a venue that has hosted many a wedding into a wonderland that’s uniquely you for the day? Rentals are the answer. Furnishings, signage, tapestries, barware, vases, antiques...rental companies collect hoards of unbelievably cool stuff so you don’t have to. You can find everything from vintage to high-tech.
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Layers and drapes: silk, satin, leather, corduroy, or burlap in all kinds of functional and decorative spots, in a rainbow of colors if you like.
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Unique photo opportunities and backdrops. You can rent an actual photo booth or set up one or more selfie stations and photo nooks.
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Time warps, with vintage or reproduction period pieces. Speakeasy anyone? Disco club? Royal chamber?
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Lighting comes in so many shapes and forms! Mix and match hanging pendants of various shapes, pole lamps, chandeliers, wall sconces, strings of fairy lights….
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Most of those can be paired with bulbs of various colors and degrees of brightness to set the tone and mood you want. Reds and golds? Spotlights in strategic places? Flickering flameless candles?
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Neon signs can be rented these days. They can also be crafted to say just about anything you want.
3D projection mapping can cast high-resolution images anywhere, against any backdrop. If you want to bring the outdoors indoors, think of projecting flowers and trees across the walls and ceiling. Software can program it to change form, intensity, or color, or to include an interactive touch screen. You and your loved ones will be mesmerized. 56
Photo by Clean Plate Pictures.
Lighting is a key component of rentals, offering vast possibilities. Your lighting will affect the look of everything else, both by casting a glow and setting the mood.
Photo by AGP Collective. Planning by Gina Maloney Events.
Your lighting will affect the look of everything else, both by casting a glow and setting the mood.
r e n ta l c h e c k l i s t Anything your venue or caterer doesn’t supply, you’ll want to rent. Never fear. With rental companies helping, a wedding can be put together anywhere, any way you like. Tip: Round your numbers up— better to have a few extra chairs or a tent or dance floor that’s a bit too big, rather than too few or too small.
Photo by Alicia King Photography. Planning by Wild Blooms Bridal.
indoor/outdoor:
outdoor:
Tables
Centerpieces
Tents
Generator
Chairs
Coolers
Dance floor
Restrooms
Tableware
Lighting
Glasses
Sound system
Linens
just for the fun of it:
Photo booth
Bouncy house
Popcorn or cotton candy machine
Ice cream truck
Comfy couch, lounge chairs, and cushions for a conversation spot
Art and accent pieces
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hudson valley vintage rentals
glampstar
Durants has served customers across the Hudson Valley and Connecticut from our locations in Wappingers Falls and New Windsor in New York, and Danbury, Ridgefield, and Cheshire in Connecticut. Today, we continue to provide Valley residents with top-of-the-line event rentals for all their party-planning needs. Our goal is to help you create an event space that has everything you and your guests will need to have a fabulous time.
This is a full-service vintage rentals and styling firm located in the Hudson Valley. They exclusively offer a handpicked collection of stylish and authentic vintage and rustic décor pieces for weddings and events, including furnishings, mismatched place settings, props, and accessories. Visit their showroom to experiment with their décor and be inspired.
GlampStar provides luxury tent services at your venue. We set up a beautiful, dreamlike tent with the luxuries of a fine hotel. Spacious all-weather canvas tents dressed with foam mattress, cozy bedding, tables, benches, rugs, chandelier, solar twinkle lights, bean bag bed, notebook, pencils, and more. We love parties and private events. Let us do all the work for you. You simply: show up, relax in luxury amongst nature, depart with love.
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sav - on part y c ent ral Kingston, 845-336-5800, savonparty.com
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When you come up to our booth you will find a table overflowing with great props, which come with every package. Our booth is wheelchair-accessible and can fit a lot of guests. Inside, we feature an easy-to-use touchscreen. Attendants will be there to set up, break down, and run the equipment. Leave the work to us, your job is to have fun!
Sav-On has been a local, family-owned business for over 50 years. Their 5,000-square-foot location in Kingston Plaza is a full-service rental equipment warehouse and office, allowing you to arrange for delivery of rentals and pick up of rental equipment all in one convenient location. They carry tents, tables, chairs, china, flatware, glassware, linens, and more in their rental warehouse.
More than a mobile photobooth built inside a Classic VW, the NYPhotoBus will make your wedding unforgettable. It’s a conversation piece and micro venue where people can get in, have fun, and connect, all while getting photos printed on the spot + social media sharing. Also lighting, music, props, and, most importantly, a sensibility of how to create a good time for your guests. Indoor booths also available.
Hudson Valley, Connecticut, durantsparty.com
Kingston, 845-402-0209, photoboothfuntimeny.com
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High Falls, 917-804-9874, hudsonvalleyvintagerentals.com
Woodstock, 845-532-6939, glampstar.com
Tri-State, @NYPhotoBus, 845-303-2019, bookthephotobus.com
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by anne pyburn craig
One of the highlights of a fun wedding reception is the food. The Hudson Valley is chock-full of good catering options, so take your time to find a qualified and experienced caterer who is as good in the kitchen as they are with the delivery and
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setup. Shop around a little; you’ll meet passionate chefs with a lot of savvy about what makes a feast stand out to create a menu that fits your celebration, whether you’re going casual in the backyard or black tie in the great hall of a mansion.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography. Catering by Main Course.
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Photo by Monika Eisenbart. Catering by Blue Mountain Bistro. Photo by Here North. Catering by Harvest Real Food Catering.
Catering by David Founded. Photo by AGP Collective. Catering by Fire Roasted.
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• Local: Fresh, local, ethically sourced, and organic ingredients in all possible instances are a Hudson Valley gold standard these days. Expect no less. • Options: Same goes for accommodating vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free needs. Not everyone offers this, but many do. Also make sure that White Bread Uncle Fred will get enough to eat if you’re going with something exotic. • Unique: Think outside the box! From the appetizers to the dessert choices, you have plenty of opportunities to turn your guests on to new food experiences. Is there a special dish that the two of you discovered together or always order? • In the Know: If you have hard and fast requirements, bring them up in your first contact with a caterer so you’ll know if they belong on your “meet with and sample” list. Avoid surprises. • Mobile: Food trucks continue to get better and more diverse. Some are passion projects of top-notch chefs.
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Photo by Love Me Do Photography. Catering by Main Course.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography. Catering by Main Course. Pastry by Local Artisan Bakery.
Nuzzi’s Tin Tavern. Photo by LoveLee Photography.
Dish by Wm. Farmer & Sons.
• Stations: There’s a delicious freedom for your guests in dining stations that are well-appointed throughout the space and allow for a wide assortment of options and mingling at the same time. • Grazing: Grazing tables are pretty, festive, and a great way to enhance cocktail hour socializing. Antipasti, charcuterie, fruit, cheese...flexibility, abundance, and presentation are key here. • Your venue may have suggestions. If choosing your own caterer is important to you, make sure the suggestions aren’t requirements. 66
Dish by David Founded.
Catering by Mangia and Enjoy.
Catering by Agnes Devereux Catering.
Catering by Blue Mountain Bistro. Photo by Alicia King.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography. Catering by Main Course.
Dish by Cucina Woodstock.
Dish by Cucina Woodstock.
Dish by Satisfy Catering.
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bl ue mo untain bist r o -t o -g o
Celebrating your wedding and the bounty of the Hudson Valley with delicious food, local and seasonal ingredients, and fifteen years of catering experience to shepherd you through the planning of a memorable day.
The exclusive caterers of the Onteora Mountain House, Blue Mountain Bistro is committed to providing high-quality food and service both on the day of your wedding and the days leading up to it. When you choose Blue Mountain Bistro Catering for your wedding, you will be rewarded with raves from friends and family. Relax and enjoy yourselves knowing that their creative, experienced staff is handling all the details of the day.
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Barrytown, 845-481-2050, davidfounded.com
f r ida’s bakery & c af é
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Make your wedding weekend or special event even more memorable with our Smokin’ Revival mobile kitchen—perfect for the “morning after” breakfast or late-night munchies. Menu favorites include Bacon, Egg & Cheese Scramble, Challah French Toast Bacon Tuck, Apple Bacon Crisp with crème fraiche, Bacon Jam Grilled Cheese, and much more. Vegetarian options available. All dishes made from locally sourced farms and makers.
Nestled in the apple orchard region of Marlboro on the Hudson River, Frida’s offers beautiful bridal showers in the loft space, as well as after-wedding breakfasts and parties. They can also provide morning-of catering delivered straight to your door, and fantastic favors to make your special day extra special. Expect quality, service, and hospitality with every event using fresh, local ingredients—helping to make your day memorable.
Grounded offers exceptional catering services for events of all sizes, specializing in wholesome food made from farm-fresh vegetables, eggs, and meats. Local farmers, fishermen, and ranchers who use the healthiest, most sustainable methods supply their ingredients. They can also assist with themes, decorations, invitations, and other event elements. They cater to all special-need palates and offer a diverse selection of vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free menus.
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Staatsburg, 845-926-6059, agnesdevereuxcatering.com
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Kingston, 845-340-9800, bluemountainbistro.com
Milton, 845-795-5550, fridasbakeryny.com
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Woodstock/Rhinebeck, 845-679-9800, cucinawoodstock.com, marketstrhinebeck.com We will accommodate your event with every attention to detail and style. Cucina in Woodstock and Market St. Restaurant in Rhinebeck are both available for a buyout, or we can cater at any location of your choice. The Barn at Cucina is a restored 19th-century barn with original beams, long rustic harvest tables, and splashes of modern décor. The Barn is fitting for rehearsal dinners, weddings, cocktail events, and dinner parties.
Kingston, 845-514-3432, groundedny.com
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A full-service catering company specializing in creating handcrafted farm fresh menus from local and sustainable sources throughout the Hudson Valley, Chef Mark is passionate about bringing the bounty of the Hudson Valley to you for your next event. Their team is ready to help you bring your Hudson Valley dream wedding to life and assist you in arranging an amazing event to remember, from beginning to perfect end.
As a full-service caterer offering complete party planning, Hickory can provide trained servers, kitchen staff, and bartenders for a perfect wedding. From a simple backyard barbecue to a special wedding, Hickory can help with all the details. Many of their dishes are available as certified organic, grass-fed, vegetarian, and vegan—just ask. Linen and equipment rentals are available. Likewise, they can also provide floral, cake, bar, and other services.
Home Plate Caterers is known throughout the Hudson Valley for chef-prepared selections and service. Whether for 5 or 500, before or after event luncheons, or a delicious served wedding buffet dinner, we cater to your wishes while working within your dietary and budgetary guidelines. Let Alex assist you in planning your creative, casual wedding menu.
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m ain c o ur s e c at er ing
New Paltz, 845-255-2600, maincoursecatering.com
mang ia and enjoy!
Lola’s Cafe & Gourmet Catering is a high-end, boutique-style catering company offering seasonal menus, personalized event planning, line-item budgets, and experienced trustworthy staff. We craft menus that satisfy our clients’ specific needs, desires, and budgets. Please call 845-471-8550 today for more information about weddings!
Main Course is a full-service caterer that can coordinate all wedding aspects including customized menus, décor, linens, and rentals. Under chef Bruce Kazan’s innovative leadership, a team of talented professionals creates the finest in catered events. Main Course, a leader in the sustainable food movement, uses small Hudson Valley purveyors to provide the freshest local, organic produce, free-range poultry, line-caught fish, and hormone-free meats.
Full-service wedding catering with integrity! Always organic, sustainable, local, farm-to-table bounty. Any and all dietary concerns honored creatively. Add our touch of culinary magic for your delectable, customized wedding feast. Your vision exceptionally realized. Allow our award-winning creativity and impeccable service to help ensure a lifetime of scrumptious memories. Main ingredient: Love! Beautiful food for beautiful people. We travel everywhere!
Kingston, 845-338-2424, hickoryrestaurant.com
Kingston, 845-336-7384, homeplatedeli.com
Photo by Maggie Marguerite.
Stone Ridge, 845-687-4492, harvestrealfoodcatering.com
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Poughkeepsie, New Paltz, 845-471-8550, lolascafeandcatering.com
Saugerties/Woodstock/Hudson Valley, 914-494-9951, mangiaandenjoy.com
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Miss Lucy’s Kitchen provides an inspired seasonal menu using fresh and local ingredients. Whether you are having an elegant dinner party, country wedding, or family picnic, their professional staff can help to make your party stress-free. They will personally take care of and customize every aspect of your special event, including tents, tables, chairs, linens, glassware, plates, and more. Leave the details to them, so you can fully enjoy your party.
Oriole 9 supports many local and organic farms in the Hudson Valley and is dedicated to serving great food with the simplest amount of fresh ingredients. Sit down with them for a consultation to create a custom, seasonal menu for your event. Their professional staff will guide you through the planning process and provide attention to detail that will make your event shine.
Based out of the fashionable boutique Country Hotel, the Rhinecliff, we are premier caterers to the Catskills and the Hudson Valley. Full service, fully licensed, farm-to-table, craft beers, Maitre D’ service, all rentals included and our famous relaxed and attentive service. Full personalization, complimentary food samplings and the expert guidance of James, Lydia, Amy and Michelle.
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The Satisfy Hunger campaign offers full-service farm-to-table catering for events of any size, style, or budget. Our seasonal menus celebrate the bounty of the region’s farmers and artisans and are custom tailored for each event. Our campaign’s mission is to eliminate hunger in our communities and the abundance of support from our clients and community supports our mission.
From casual, country style weddings to more formal settings, The Neversink General Store can make your wedding in the Catskills, Hudson Valley, and beyond even more memorable. Your guests will love our smoked meats, modern American dishes, taco bars, or our amazing Paella cooked over open fire. We have a certified trailer kitchen that we can take anywhere, and our prices are very affordable!
Wm. Farmer & Sons are many things, but, above all, they’re excellent hosts. Everything they offer is beautifully curated and creates an atmosphere of modern, upscale comfort. In the hotel or the restaurant, at their place or yours, Wm. Farmer & Sons’ dedication to the craft of entertaining makes any occasion an effortless win. Contact them today to talk about hosting or catering your next event.
Saugerties, 845-246-9240, misslucyskitchen.com
Kingston, 845-389-1017, satisfyhunger.org
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Woodstock, 845-OR9-5763, oriole9.com
Catskills, 845-876-0590, rhevcat.com
Hudson, 518-828-1635, wmfarmerandsons.com
harvest REAL FOOD CATERING
Weddings | Private Parties | Celebrations
harvestrealfoodcatering.com | 845.687.4492 | Stone Ridge, NY
CUCINA CATERING FARM TO TABLE CATERING & MOBILE KITCHEN
Every dish we serve supports our mission to eliminate hunger in our community. S AT I S F Y H U N G E R .O R G
IN OUR HISTORIC BARN OR UNIQUE LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE HUDSON VALLEY • WEDDINGS • PRIVATE PARTIES • REHEARSAL DINNERS • CELEBRATIONS
845-679-9800 info@cucinawoodstock.com cucinawoodstock.com
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Weddings, Rehearsals, Showers, Pig Roasts, Sit Down or Buffets In House or Out
Executive Chef Jaime Stankevicius brings his culinary creativity to any occasion. Catering with an emphasis on American Contemporary Cuisine. Menu options include Neversink’s famous hickory smoked meats.
NeversinkGeneralStore.com 4 Schumway Road & Route 55 Neversink, NY 12765 845.985.2076
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743 Route 28, Kingston
845-338-2424
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the artistry of our decor is matched by the artistry of our cuisine. CELEBRATE YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH US IN OUR ONE OF A KIND BANQUET ROOM/OUTDOOR PATIO SPACE
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gracious lodgings southern inspired dishes using hudson valley produce
THE FINEST IN SCRATCH MADE FOOD AND CRAFT BEVERAGES SOURCED FROM OUR LOCAL PURVEYORS
serious craft cocktails
20 S. FRONT ST. HUDSON 518.828.1635 WMFARMERANDSONS.COM THEEGGSNEST.COM
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A TOAST TO THE HAPPY COUPLE
VALUE, SERVICE, AND SELECTION View our inventory online at mironwineandspirits.com CASE DISCOUNTS On All Wine and SPECIAL DISCOUNTS on all Wedding Orders Enroll in our CUSTOMER REWARDS PROGRAM!
STONE RIDGE WINE AND SPIRITS
The Wedding Drink Experts
Since 1960
Over 1000 Wines • Boutique Tequilas • Single Malt Scotches Small Batch Bourbons • Monthly Tastings • Wine Dinners
The Hudson Valley’s Premiere Source for Wine & Spirits
Stone Ridge Towne Centre, 2853 Main Street Route 209, Stone Ridge 845-687-7125 StoneRidgeWineAndSpirits.com
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845-336-5155 Open Mon-Sat 9am-9pm Sun 12-6pm 15 Boices Lane on the corner of Rte. 9W, Kingston, NY
the bar menu The beverage choices in the Hudson Valley— with our bountiful bouquet of wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries—can be downright intoxicating. When it comes to choosing libations for your reception, remember that you’re throwing a celebration, not organizing an inclusive beverage program, and you and your guests may be best served by keeping it simple.
Photo by Monika Eisenbart . Catering by Blue Mountain Bistro.
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Quality over variety is the key. You may choose to make do with two or three beer choices: perhaps something pale and less filling, something robust, and a crowd-pleaser from the vast territory in between.
Classic cocktails are fine, too. You may or may not wish to have a signature drink, but with or without one, your guests will be perfectly fine with old standards that are easy to make and don’t involve 37 exotic ingredients. (Remember, they’re here to get intoxicated by the love in the air.) Summer wedding? Beer, wine, and frozen cocktails. Do be good to the designated drivers, under-21s, and other non-drinking guests. Along with plenty of soft drinks and juice, mocktails are a festive touch. Make sure your friends know they can order one, and not fall into a club-soda rut. 76
Photo by Love Me Do Photography. Catering by Main Course.
Pairing wines with the menu? People won’t mind if those are the choices they’ve been sipping during cocktail hour. Do some research and find two or three wines that suit your taste and pocketbook.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography. Venue: Oz Farm.
Photo by Arius Photography. Photo by Arius Photography.
Photo by Autumn Nicole Photography.
Mobile bars are still in. They come in all sorts of makes and models, from retired ice cream trucks to restored vintage campers, and can go anywhere and serve just about anything with style. You can rent a truck and have your caterer do the stocking and staffing, or you can order the full-service production. Coffee truck with Irish coffee and associated options? Why not? 77
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It is very important to keep guests hydrated for any event, large or small. Binnewater can provide New York’s finest spring water and Mountain Valley Spring Water, in addition to ice for keeping those drinks nice and cool.
JK’s Wine & Liquor is family-owned and operated. We feature one of the largest selections of wines and spirits in Ulster County. We offer free wedding and party consultations. If you are in a hurry, we also offer call-ahead curbside pickup, as well as delivery options. Join our free customer loyalty program. JK’s Wine & Liquor is “Your one-stop neighborhood shop!”
Miron Wine & Spirits is the Hudson Valley’s premier source for your wedding beverage needs, from event planning advice to special orders and deliveries. We carry an extensive selection of fine wine and spirits at low, everyday prices. View our inventory online at mironwineandspirits.com and ask us how we can accommodate your special day. Rely on Miron Wine & Spirits for an affair to remember!
stone ridge wine and spirits Stone Ridge, 845-687-7125, stoneridgewine.com
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Located in historic Stone Ridge, this knowledgeable group is uniquely qualified to recommend wines for any event or menu. This year marks their 23rd year in business, and they are constantly looking for ways to improve service. Stone Ridge Wine and Spirits looks forward to assisting you with selections for your big day.
Three Meadows and a Pony’s Peony Flower Vodka transports you straight to the farm, evoking sparkling meadows, babbling brooks, the chatter of birds, and country lanes. It is pure delight, inviting you to stop and taste the flowers with every sip. Perfect for your special day when all that matters is that nothing else matters....
Offering 100% plant-based wines from all over the world for your wedding or any other special occasion. We’ve sourced the best vegan wines from small producers and boutique wineries to ensure you receive great-tasting vintages of the highest quality. Vegan Wines hand-selects its wines to offer you new and different selections from environmentally conscious winemakers. We offer complete wine pairing services for your events, whether you’d like to sample and select your wines or have us curate the wine list!
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Kingston, 845-331-6429, jkswineandliquor.com
Millerton, 845-702-3903, threemeadowsvodka.com
Kingston, 845-336-5155, mironwineandspirits.com
Hudson Valley, 845-459-2432, veganwines.com
Photo by LACE Photo Media.
Kingston, 845-331-0237, binnewater.com
YOU’RE GOING TO NEED ICE. Let Binnewater Ice Co. provide all of your ice and water needs.
25 S Pine Street, Kingston, NY 845-331-0504 binnewater.com
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Think of us for your next special occasion: wedding & anniversary cakes, birthday cakes, cupcakes & much more! We have a beautiful loft space to rent for showers, funeral receptions, birthdays or office meeting space. Open 7 days a week for breakfast & lunch.
845-795-5550 • FRIDASBAKERYNY.COM 26 MAIN ST. MILTON, NY 12547 80
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Cakes & Sweets
w e d d i n g d e s s e rt In 2020, we’re welcoming back the wedding cake. There are reasons cake has had a starring role since the days of the Roman empire. (Okay, so the Roman version
eryone is just too apt to part with. Bakers put their all into these multi-layered creations. You can always have a selection of other sweets as well, but there’s nothing quite like
involved the groom breaking a loaf of barley over the bride’s head; some things change for the better.) The concept of a sweet dessert big enough to share with ev-
a fabulous, too-pretty-to-eatbut-we’re-going-to-eat-it, honest-to-goodness cake to add a grace note of elegance and underscore how special this day really is.
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Florals! Possibilities include hand-painted, buttercream sculpted, or actual pressed flowers or flower petals.
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Marbled effects for the sleek and powerful look of stone, accented with a simple flower or two.
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Textures and colors that evoke natural elements like water, stone, or wood.
Cake by Maxine’s Catering. Photo by Alicia King Photography.
Macramé, crochet, or lace-influenced frosting effects created with carefully piped icing.
Cake by Blue Mountain Bistro. Photo by Alicia King Photography.
Cake by Me3 Bakery. Cake by Newburgh Flour Shop. Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
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Cake by Main Course. Photo by Joseph Lin Photography.
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Donuts by Gracie’s Luncheonette. Photo by Arius Photography.
Desserts by Harvest Real Food Catering. Pies by WHO’S Gluten Free. Photo by Arius. Dessert by Local Artisan Bakery.
Dessert by Local Artisan Bakery.
Wedding Cutter Pie by Meredith’s Bread.
remember, you can have a dessert table too. You may want to choose smaller desserts that will coordinate with your cake for a unified display. Beyond that, these are your friends and this is your party. Crowd-pleasing dessert station possibilities include, but aren’t limited to: •
Pie tables. Most humans are always glad to see a pie. Or a tart for that matter.
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Cookie assortments. Cookies can be iced and decorated however you like; there’s a lot of room to have fun here.
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Desserts from other cultures. If one of you has an ethnic background that includes a prized dessert, make that a highlight of your dessert bar. If you sampled something amazing on your last journey to Europe or Asia or South Carolina,
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Cupcakes by Me3 Bakery.
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Cake by Grounded. Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
Cake by Me3 Bakery.
Macarons by Frida’s Bakery.
Photo by Rachel Collet Photography.
Desserts by Antonio’s Cupcake Factory. Photo by Love Me Do.
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f r ida’s bakery & c af é Milton, 845-795-5550, fridasbakeryny.com
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Let us cater your special day. Our expert bakers will work with you to create the wedding cake of your dreams. Your special dessert, baked to perfection by us, will be a huge hit! Call or visit your local Adams store to schedule a consultation with our bakers.
Frida’s Bakery & Café represents not only small-town charm, but also quality, service, and hospitality. Their philosophy is simple: use fine ingredients and employ traditional methods to produce exceptional baked goods. Frida’s Bakery & Café offers a catering menu for group events, and a spacious contemporary second-story loft, perfect to host your special private events and parties. Call today to place your pie, dessert, or cake orders!
We bake and create cakes for special occasions and believe that any occasion is better celebrated with cake. The first bite of luscious, delectable, melt-in-your-mouth cake tastes twice as wonderful if it is a spectacular confection of texture, color, and harmony. Elegant and gracious or whimsical and charming—the cake needs to express your unique personality. If you can imagine it, we can create it!
ly di a’s c af e
l o c al art is an bakery Kingston, 845-481-3860, localartisanbakery.com
me 3 bakery
Beautiful and delicious. See for yourselves what chef Roni can create for your special event by visiting our web page. Or better still, stop by Lydia’s Cafe in historic Stone Ridge and taste for yourselves. Specialty cakes, pies, and a whole host of goodies are yours for the asking.
Local Artisan Bakery celebrates the art of baking with local Hudson Valley ingredients. Our handcrafted goods are baked in small batches, with a constantly changing menu that features new flavors every week! Visit our bakery for sweet & savory treats, coffee & tea, and the Local Artisan Gift Collective—a curated collection of handmade gifts by local Hudson Valley artisans.
Send a cake to a loved one! Me3 Bakery specializes in gourmet buttercream cakes decorated with a modern twist. Build your own cake from our diverse flavors list which includes vegan and gluten-free options, or select any of our signature cakes available online for local delivery. Let’s create a custom cake designed to match your special event. Visit our online shop today!
Hudson Valley, 845-336-6300 (Kingston), adamsfarms.com
Stone Ridge, 845-687-6373, lydiasdeli.com
Kingston, 845-514-3432, groundedny.com
845-681-9502, me3bakery.com
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Couture flowers and decor Creating memories that last a lifetime
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Cherry B randy Designs
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Photo by Arius Photography. Flowers by Elderberry Flowers.
ro m a n t i c f l o r a l Flowers and greenery are romantic and elegant in all of their many forms, symbols of a fresh beginning. And there are countless ways to work them into your wedding day backdrop and style, both beyond and within a single bouquet.
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• Trees, with the abundant shade and natural splendor they provide. Collaborate with towering oaks, bushy evergreens, dogwoods, lilacs, and our other gorgeous friends. Orchard backdrop during blossom season? Fiery maple in autumn?
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• Inside and outside your venue, use potted plants, flowers, and trees to shape a look in harmony with nature. • Don’t forget silky ornamental grasses. • Driftwood and stone can play beautifully with florals and greenery. • Garlands of blossoms or greenery can be draped in all kinds of ways. • Flowers and greenery can be repurposed and rearranged to do double duty for both ceremony and reception.
Photo by Arius Photography. Flowers by Farmhand Flowers.
• Warm weather wedding? Pick a venue, whether it’s a mansion, backyard, or hotel, with a garden you love, a field, or a meadow with diverse, wild blooms. Honeysuckle, rose of Sharon, Queen Anne’s lace, and any number of other wildflowers have a wild loveliness all their own. Perhaps a procession down a mowed path through a field of wildflowers aflutter with butterflies?
Photo by Arius Photography. Flowers by Jarita’s Florist.
Photo by Monika Eisenbart. Flowers by Ohana Event Design.
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• Big news in 2020: Monochromatic bouquets featuring multiple shades of one basic color are gaining popularity. Bleached greenery. Big, bold, bright notes in bouquets. Organic shapes. • For you or for the wedding party: floral jewelry and hairpieces, either instead of or in addition to the bouquet you carry. • Seasonal and native blooms for a sustainable statement.
Faux Flowers by Velvet Botanicals.
Flowers by Cherry Brandy Designs.
• Custom bouquets. Here’s where you can have fun with that flower-symbolism stuff. Write the meanings on a pretty scroll to give to whoever catches your bouquet. • Jeweled pins, pretty trinkets, brooches, crystals, lace, feathers, a silk butterfly. Make it you! • A bouquet can conceal a GoPro for a truly unique video of your ceremony.
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Create your own bouquet or let one of their florists design an arrangement for you from their array of fresh-cut flowers: roses, snapdragons, orchids, lilies—selections from far and wide that change from day to day and season to season. They also specialize in creating arrangements for every kind of event, and they deliver locally. Stop by any of their four locations and see what’s blooming at the Adams Flower Shop.
Décor is the best way to portray your personality and your vision. As full-service event florists, we understand the importance of getting it right the first time, as there are no do-overs for your big day. Each event is custom tailored to your personality. We would love to sit down with you to hear what your perfect day should look like. Contact us to set up a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
Inspired by place and informed by season, Dirty Girls Design’s arrangements capture the wilds of the Hudson Valley—spring’s emergent growth, summer’s explosion of color and bounty, fall’s abundance of foliage, flower, and fruit. Even winter offers hardy, textural foliage and striking architectural forms. We are committed to sourcing local material, both farmed and foraged, and cultivating authentic relationships with clients to create distinctive occasions.
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Overseen by noted floral designer Rita Sands and husband Jay Sadowitz, Jarita’s is committed to offering the most exceptional floral arrangements with exquisite attention to detail that comes with over 40 years in the event business. Working with Jarita’s on special floral arrangements guarantees a gorgeous day for all and beautiful memories that last forever.
Kalleco Nursery is home to Maureen Newman, who’s been creating floral works of art for over a decade. A Hudson Valley native, she draws inspiration from her home. Her offbeat, romantic design sense and open nature make her your perfect partner to make your floral visions a reality at your wedding or celebration. Bouquets, tablescapes, and boutonnieres, as well as plant and rustic décor rentals.
Wedding flowers should be as unique as the couple getting married! From rustic and romantic to sleek and contemporary, Meadowscent’s designers are the professionals keeping up on current styles and trends. Let them take your pictures and inspirations and create stunning florals just for you. Meadowscent carries flowers from sustainable farms and features local products seasonally, providing you with the most beautiful blooms available in a responsible manner.
Kingston, 845-389-5147, cherrybrandydesigns.com
Photo by Kelly Merchant Photography.
Hudson Valley, 845-336-6300 (Kingston), adamsfarms.com
Hudson Valley, 845-626-1310, dirtygirlsdesign.com
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Tillson, 845-658-3553, kallecoplantnursery.com
Gardiner and New Paltz, 845-255-3866, meadowscent.com
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We believe that florals add magic to an event and that arrangements should be wildly romantic. We believe that your wedding day should be full of heart! We are a full-service studio offering whimsical florals, thoughtful styling, and coordination. Services are customizable. From the smallest arrangement placed just ever so, to a hanging floral chandelier, we will strive to bring your floral dreams to life!
Petalos offers unique designs, incorporating blooms from the Hudson Valley and around the world. Each piece is personal, inspired by the couple who are joining their lives together. From the first consultation to your amazing day, our passion is making your wedding vision come true with captivating flowers and memories that will last. Reach out to Brian or Sharon to start your amazing journey.
We are located in upstate New York, in trendy Hudson. Our wedding styles vary from relaxed settings to elegant indoor affairs. We specialize in creative designs that put a personal stamp on your wedding. We use seasonal flowers for your wedding, grown on our flower farm and other local farms, as well as imported flowers we source worldwide for that unique, custom touch.
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This nationally recognized design studio, The Style Marc, not only designs beautiful floral for your wedding, mitzvah, milestone event, or gala. They create sensually elevated floral experiences that you’ll remember for a lifetime. Marc’s belief is that creativity and design inspiration can be found everywhere. The Style Marc goal is the same for all clients: Through consultations and collaboration we work to exceed your expectations and deliver unforgettable memories through inspirational design.
Velvet Botanicals offers luxurious, faux floral rentals. We hand curate every stem to ensure you’re getting the highest quality faux florals available. We’ll work with you to create stunning floral arrangements perfectly designed to create the right tone for your wedding while also expertly accenting your venue.
At Wildflowers, they search the globe for the most unique flowers to create European-style bouquets, centerpieces, and everyday arrangements. Catskill Mountain, city, and destination weddings are all within their reach. Awarded Best Floral and Event Design Company of New York by Corporate America Boardroom Elite for 2016 and 2017. Follow Wildflowers on Facebook (Wildflowers Florist) and Instagram (@wildflowers646).
Kingston, 845-943-4720, thestylemarc.com
Beacon, velvetbotanicals.com
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Margaretville, 845-586-2444, wildflowers-design.com
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Wedding Photography
You want the visual keepsake of your wedding to be a faithful record and a work of art, something that you’ll want to cherish on anniversaries and proudly share with your nearest and dearest. To get there, make sure a lot of images will be
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captured—you can always edit, but, of course, you can’t re-shoot. You may still want to get the classic shots of various bridal party and family groups shoulder to shoulder, but wedding photography possibilities are practically endless.
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Make sure a lot of images will be captured—you can always edit, but, of course, you can’t re-shoot.
• Hire a photographer/videographer with wedding experience. It’s a specialized skill set and not something even the best-intended friend can make up as they go along. (Besides, you want that friend to relax and enjoy!) A professional should be up on the latest tech and effects; you’ll know from their portfolio. • You may want to ask everyone except the official photographer to unplug during the ceremony, focusing the energy entirely on the experience and avoiding getting upstaged on social media by some excitable friend. • That said, do encourage friends to capture moments before and after the ceremony. Most people love taking pictures these days, and the photographer can’t be everywhere at once. If you don’t mind your friends sharing online, consider creating a reception hashtag; if you do mind, find a polite way to make sure they know that in advance. 101
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• A selfie station at the reception, perhaps, with a cool backdrop or some fun props? • Drones can capture majestic aerial perspectives. • Hit a stunning outdoor location or luxe hideout nearby for a photo shoot in between the ceremony and the reception. Indulge in a quick celebratory toast, take some fun combo shots, and let a little (not too much!) suspense build for your grand entrance to the larger party.
Photo by Arius Photography.
• Know anyone (a teenager, perhaps?) who would be willing to play “wedding journalist?” Give that person a GoPro to table-hop with after dinner and have them ask guests for their thoughts.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
Photo by Arius Photography.
• Candids and behind-the-scenes shots add a depth and dimension to your record that posed lineups never can. If your photographer isn’t coming backstage for your getting-ready process, recruit a trusted friend.
NYC, Hudson Valley, 845-797- 8654, aliciakingphotography.com
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Photography Duo Alicia and Rachel of Alicia King Photography have a candid, natural approach to wedding photography. They strive to go the extra mile to create images that will be cherished for years to come. Working with each couple’s unique vision, they feel the pictures will come out best if you just be yourself!! They are based in the Hudson Valley but are happy to travel anywhere!
Organic. Romantic. Non-cheesy. My work is a delicate balance. Pretty shots for Mom. Natural and non-cheesy for you. And some killer art images when we can! Let’s leave behind the “supposed to’s” of wedding photography and tap into the connections and moments that are all around us. It’s a day filled with realness and that’s what I want to document. So kick off your shoes, dance with your best friends, and let’s do this!
Cappy Hotchkiss, a true storyteller, has had the privilege of shooting weddings all over the world. Based in the Hudson Valley, New York City, and the Hamptons, her goal is not just to simply create beautiful images, but also to capture the emotions behind them. She shoots with both film and digital cameras and has been published extensively.
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We love weddings. We love the excitement in the air. We love raging dance floors and moonlit kisses. And we love documenting each and every moment for you and your family. Clean Plate Pictures makes the experience of being photographed easy and fun, capturing genuine emotions and recording events as they unfold. The day might go by in a blur, but Erica and the team will give you visual memories to treasure for years to come.
Hudson Event Studios is one of the premier studios based in the Hudson Valley, Catskills, and New York City region. Specializing in natural event photography and video, our focus is to blend those candid moments organically with a timeless quality. Offering both customizable still and video packages for your budget. Booking now for 2019 weddings. Follow us on Instagram @hudsoneventstudios
While wedding videography is still on the rise, those who have experienced the joy in watching their special day happen all over again know that it is just as important as photographs. The emotions felt on your wedding day cannot be captured through just photos. My goal is to capture these emotions for you and create a visual portrayal so you can relive them for many years to come.
New Paltz, 845-532-6337, ariusphoto.com
New York City, Hudson Valley, 917-741-2730, cappyhotchkiss.com
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Are you lucky enough to be getting married in this most special place? I think weddings are all pretty magical, but especially in the Catskills. I want you to look at your photographs and relive all the feelings you had from that day. My natural, artistic, and fun approach to storytelling just might be the perfect fit for your Hudson Valley wedding. Let’s chat and find out!
Love Me Do Photography is a small collective of photographers with backgrounds in editorial and fine art photography. We aim to capture the love between our couples by capturing genuine moments in a creative way. With each wedding, we enter into a partnership with our clients, one that is honest and pure, inviting them to trust us to document their day artfully and organically.
Rachel’s photojournalistic approach captures the unique charm, tenderness, and excitement of every celebration in its rich, authentic form. Her creative eye illuminates the subtle moments and details that give our memories texture. Rachel listens carefully to her clients to make sure what they value is reflected and preserved in their gallery of images. You can also add a playful element to your event with her boutique photo booths!
s ar m a & c o. pho t o g raphy 917-470-9773, sarmaandco.com
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Sarma & Co. Photography is described as timeless, tried and true—creating images that are candid, honest, clean, and have energy and emotion. Wedding photos that will leave a lasting impression and reflect your unique style. Known for her calm demeanor, Sarma will put you at ease on your wedding day, allowing you to be yourself and making the experience of being photographed very enjoyable and stress-free.
Fine Art Documentary Photography Studio. We offer simple, down to earth, honest, & unique photography for real folks. We are active observers & emotion catchers. Our portraiture is natural & relaxed; romantic & artistic. We love to showcase the genuine, authentic, & beautiful story of your Wedding Day. We are available for commissions all over New York State as well as nationally & internationally.
Your Day Photography offers top-notch wedding and event photography with a personal touch. Denise Edkins’ style is unobtrusive photojournalism combined with romantic portraiture, focusing on the unfolding story and emotions of your day. Coming from a graphic arts and commercial advertising production background, Denise has over 10 years of experience. She loves the unique opportunity of each individual wedding and the joy of meeting and working with her clients.
Fleischmanns, 267-603-2086, lovemedophotography.com
NY & Worldwide, 917-584-9890, storytellersandco.com
Hudson Valley, NYC, 845-554-3443, rachelcollet.com
New Paltz, 845-594-3130, yourdayphoto.com
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But even within those bounds, there are touches that can stand out and make you feel more you on your special day. And if you’re inclined to be bold, be bold! With all eyes on you, the star of this show, it’s your chance to inhabit your dream-self. If anybody’s shocked, well, a good shock every once in a while is healthy.
Photo by AGP Collective. Planning by Gina Maloney Events.
You want to look fabulous, that’s a given. Happily, in keeping with the overarching “Your day, your way” trend, there are infinite ways to get there. No longer are couples expected to take their fashion cues from cake toppers (which have also become much more diverse). If your dream features a white-on-white ball gown and a tux, have at it! Classics are classics for a reason, after all.
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• Flowing florals, offering gracious pops of color, are hot this year. Think 3D floral appliqués as accents. • So are Scandinavian whites with just a blush of color. (Consider a color-blast in the form of an accessory in a corresponding jewel tone.) • Lace and crochet are looking great this year, as embellishments, panels, or entire garments. • Speaking of embellishments: there are braids, faux fur, big bold buttons, lacing, sparkling beadwork, scarves, sashes...a whole world of special touches to consider. • And pockets. Pockets are now very acceptable. No explanation needed. • Bridal suits with a jacket or blazer look sharp on anyone.
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Photo by Monika Eisenbart. Dress by Monique Lhuillier. Planning & flowers by Ohana Event Design.
• Choose a style you love and make it bridal, rather than feeling constrained by what others think is bridal. Off-the shoulder? Handkerchief points? 70s Bohemian? Flapper era? Vintage Hollywood glam? High-low hemline? Renaissance maiden?
Beacon, 845-440-1994, betsywisebridal.com
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Betsy Wise provides custom tailoring services for all of your wedding day needs. Handcrafted, custom-made wedding gowns. Vintage gown reconstruction, repair and repurposing. Expert bridal alterations and much more. With the designer’s sophisticated sense of style, eye for detail, and background in fine tailoring, brides can relax and enjoy the creative and inspiring process of perfecting a dream gown.
Winner of Best Bridal Shop in the Hudson Valley 2019. Enjoy a boutique shopping experience in this elegantly designed shop, conveniently located in downtown Beacon. Try on designer wedding dresses in a wide range of styles, sizes, and price points in your personalized, one-on-one appointment with your stylist. The boutique also carries bridal accessories, bridesmaid gowns, and flower girl dresses.
True North Bridal Studio carries an artfully curated collection of wedding dresses and bridal accessories made by highly sought-after independent designers. Our ethos is simple: To create a unique experience where brides feel inspired to be their most authentic selves. We encourage brides to stay true to their vision and aim to create a relaxed, intimate, and fresh approach to wedding dress shopping.
Chatham, 504-446-0910, truenorthbridal.com
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beauty It’s your day, ladies and gents. You want to look gorgeous. Not only will all eyes be on you, but you’re going to be immortalized in dozens of photos and maybe even star in a video or two.
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Hair by JamieBoo. Makeup by Jessica-Lee Ramsay. Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
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Flora Beauty. Photo by Matt Petricone. Hair & makeup by Rachel Duncan & Painted by Ashley. Photo by Love Me Do.
Flora Beauty. Photo by Matt Petricone.
Whatever your approach, give yourself an edge by taking a little extra care during the month before.
What you don’t want is to feel that you need to be constantly fussing with yourself to keep The Look the way you want it. You have more important things to do, like get married and feast and dance and hug people. If you feel beautiful, you will look beautiful, whether you choose to skip makeup entirely and wear your hair down or hire a makeup artist to spend 90 minutes transforming you into a Hollywood vision of drop-dead glamour. (And, honestly, how many days in life justify that?) You’re equally safe with a relaxed approach. Natural beauty never goes out of style, after all. The glow of love and excitement and “Finally, it’s actually real!” will take you a long way. If the thought of long nails and multiple cosmetics makes you cringe, you don’t owe it to any living soul to be cringing all day. 113
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It’s a spectrum, not an either/or. Do you. But whatever your approach, give yourself an edge by taking a little extra care during the month before: get enough sleep on the nights when there’s no party; hydrate, meditate. For that all-out natural glow, consider hitting the spa a day or two before and getting wonderful pampering from experts. Hit the flotation tank for an hour. Go for a walk. You’re gonna be gorgeous.
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Travel-loving, on-location beauty curated for the modern bride. Lisa Lukaszewski offers a contemporary approach to her creations and aims to achieve a classically feminine allure through her tailored makeup artistry. Lisa’s passion lies in creating distinctive looks for her bridal clients by emphasizing their natural beauty.
Flora Beauty is a wellness and beauty destination providing a range of green beauty products and services designed to heal, elevate, and channel your inner and outer beauty. Wedding hair, makeup, brows, lashes, waxing, facials, and massage for your whole bridal party. Flora Beauty also offers their own line of artisan perfumes, beauty products, and a curated gift shop. In the heart of Uptown Kingston.
Giannetta Salon & Spa offers complete beauty solutions for the bride, groom, and wedding party. Services range from high-definition airbrush and traditional makeup to manicures, pedicures, waxing, and flawless bridal updos and blowouts. They also offer spa packages that include massages, facials, body wraps, scrubs, and muds. Ask about our bridal packages and our Miss to Mrs. Membership.
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Ulster Park, 845-339-3368, lavbeauty.com
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NYC celebrity hair artist now living in the Hudson Valley styles royalty, models, runway, editorial, celebrities, and everyday clientele. Offering on-site, as well as in-salon services at Suite 124 Salon in New Paltz, NY. Lifelong Artist, world traveling stylist, Jenae will make you look and feel red-carpet ready for any occasion. Specialty hair services include: French Style Cuts, Pro Curly Cutting, Balayage/Color, Hair and Lash Extensions, Wig/Sheitel Services, Destination Weddings and Special Events. Jenae is for hire anywhere in the world. Love is in the hair!!
La V Beauty offers on-site makeup application featuring La V products, and can also provide you with a full team on-location for makeup artistry and hair design. A lifelong artist and designer, Karen’s experience working with photographers and stylists will put your mind at ease. Whether you desire a natural glow or a more glamorous touch, La V will give you a perfect look for your wedding day.
ELEVATE MIND AND BODY. Walk into your biggest day feeling calm, rejuvenated, and glowing. Lay back in over a thousand pounds of Epsom-salt-filled water, allowing complete weightlessness and a feeling of ease by being fully supported. Beautify your skin and add lushness to your hair while simultaneously providing a space to reflect and prepare as you enter the next chapter of your life.
Hudson Valley/NYC 845-234-9404, blushsparrow.com
NYC/Hudson Valley, 347-237-7705, @styledbyjenae, jenaeyelinanyc.com
Beacon, 845-831-2421, giannettasalonandspa.com
New Paltz, 845-256-9800, mountainfloatspa.com
Photo by Alicia King. Flowers by Hops Petunia.
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Savor Beauty + Spa is an award-winning organic skincare line and spa with locations in NYC’s West Village and Upper West Side and in Saugerties, NY. It’s a bride’s one-stop beauty destination, with eco-makeup, organic facials, holistic massage, and bridal spa parties. The Savor Beauty skincare line is developed in the Hudson Valley where products are made fresh in small batches and shipped worldwide. Visit Savor Spa to receive unparalleled five-star attention for your gorgeous glow!
The Luminous Bride provides modern, luxurious, on-site beauty services in the Hudson Valley region and beyond. Jules Waldkoetter is a makeup artist with years of experience working with brides, models, and celebrities. Her clients adore her for her laid-back warmth and calming disposition, while her gifted artistry keeps her in demand for everything from events on the red carpet to destination weddings.
Named one of the top 6 spas in the Hudson Valley, Zephyr Float offers something different. Floatation therapy is a state of total relaxation in an environment free of stimulation. Floating in 1000 pounds of Epsom Salt relieves sore muscles and chronic pain, reduces anxiety, and improves sleep. Pair your float with an incredible massage given by the best massage therapists in the area. Perfect for relaxing before the big day or as a wedding gift for the people you love.
NYC, Saugerties, 888-443-4885, savorspa.com
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Hudson Valley, Catskills, NYC theluminousbride.com
Hudson Valley/NYC, 646-345-6510, theluminousbride.com
Kingston, 845-853-2400, zephyrfloat.com
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er, or tucked away until a future child weds? Or do you want at least one of the pieces to be something you can wear every day, as you probably do your wedding ring?
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Or maybe you want to use that classic look as a starting point and then put your own spin on it. Ear cuffs to accent those diamond earrings, or a matching elegant “slave” bracelet, or even an upper arm cuff that winds its way toward your shoulder.
Rings by J Bliss Studios. Photo by Dori Fitzpatrick Photography.
Rings by J Bliss Studios. Photo by Belle La Vie Images.
Maybe you’re in love with the delicate, classic appeal of a matched set of jewelry featuring diamonds or pearls. It’s a regal look. (Do yourself and the world a solid and research conflict-free and sustainable options; chances are, you will be thrilled with the selection and price.)
Do yourself and the world a solid and research conflict-free and sustainable options; chances are, you will be thrilled with the selection and price.
Rings by Facets of Earth.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
Vintage pieces are charming, as is the custom of having a vintage stone reset or an heirloom piece reworked into exactly what you want. Photo by Arius Photography.
Bracelet from Hummingbird Jewelers.
Rings by Barbara Klar, Clear Metals.
Maybe you want to go in an entirely different direction altogether. Emeralds, lapis lazuli, rubies, fire opals? Copper bangles? Geometric shapes? Ceramics? The overarching wedding trend is “do what you love most,” and this is as true of your jewelry as of any other aspect of your big day. Be bold! Or don’t. Your call.
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Barbara Klar has been creating fascinating jewelry since 1984. Her work has been recognized on the editorial pages of Vogue, WWD, InStyle, and The New York Times, collected by celebrities, and featured in film and television. All of her jewelry is handcrafted in her Woodstock, NY studio. Barbara is legendary for her one-of-a-kind wedding bands, as well as wedding party gifts. Visit her studio to have something crafted especially for you!
We create exceptionally handcrafted jewelry in our open studio. Choose to watch your ideas come to life, repurpose your old jewelry, or enjoy our selection of fine jewelry designers from around the globe. Whether you’re searching for traditional or alternative styles, we will make your experience unforgettable.
If you’re looking for something a little different, come visit the master jewelers at work at Hudson Valley Goldsmith. You can design your own one-of-a-kind ring or choose from hundreds already made and in stock. With the area’s largest selection of diamonds, rough diamonds, and precious gemstones to choose from, you’ll be sure to have something special. Come see why they’ve been voted the Best Jewelry Store in the Hudson Valley.
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Rhinebeck, 845-876-4585, hummingbirdjewelers.com
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Rhinebeck’s full-service jewelers since 1978. An elegant, award-winning destination for unique handmade jewelry from around the world. Custom design specialists featuring master goldsmith Bruce Anderson and gemologist/appraiser Bruce Lubman, using ethically sourced gems, conflict-free diamonds, and recycled precious metals. Open Mon: 10:30am–5:30pm, Tue: closed, W–Sat: 10:30am–5:30pm, Sun: 12–5pm.
Each piece at J Bliss Studios is handcrafted by husband-andwife team Jared and Joanna Bliss in their Woodstock studio and storefront. Whether it’s using heirloom stones or creating a custom design, they are happy to work with you. Inspired by the natural beauty of the Catskills, using recycled gold and diamonds, they create meaningful and unique wedding bands, engagement rings, and bridal jewelry.
This Kingston landmark has displayed everything you might want in jewelry, watches, bridal jewelry, and unique gifts since 1928. They also offer a wide variety of services, including repairs, appraisals, and bridal registries. Schneider’s prides itself on its business ethics, management, and professional and knowledgeable service.
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gift guide
Photo by Alicia King Photography.
by anne pyburn craig
Long after the last dish has been washed and the honeymoon photos admired, the gifts exchanged during a wedding will remain as cherished mementos.
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for the couple
The basics are simple: • Something from the registry, something else you are confident they’ll love, or cash are all fine.
• Unless you know that gifts are to be brought to the reception, send gifts to the marrying couple at home; anywhere from two weeks before to about two months after is acceptable.
There you go, that’s it, in case anyone asks. What’s a little less cut-and-dried are the other gifting possibilities within the wedding framework.
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Photo by Alicia King Photography.
• Let your relationship and your own budget be your guide. Think of it this way: give $50–$75 for a coworker, acquaintance, or a distant relative; $75–$150 for a closer friend or relative; and $150+ for close loved ones.
• An essential-oils-based perfume or scent
for the spouse
• Carry pouch or clutch purse
• A “little black book” of the best results from a boudoir photo shoot
• Jewelry engraved with wedding date
• Items with your new monogram
• Gift cards for a nice meal, favorite shop, or spa treatment
• Original art
• Alpaca socks
Photo by Alicia King Photography.
Photo by Alicia King Photography.
Photo by Alicia King Photography.
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• Bottle of your favorite wine or liquor with hand-blown or etched glasses
• Tickets to a dream concert or spa day together • Coupon book of special favors. (Have a calligrapher pen a generality like “special moment” and then add a racy handwritten promise if you like! But at least some of the favors should be safe to brag about!)
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• Letters of gratitude. Write to your own parents and also to each other’s, have a calligrapher inscribe it on special paper and present it in a fancy keepsake container. 128
Photo by Rachel Collet Photography.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
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• Hardy, beautiful plant in a handmade piece of pottery • Digital photo frame pre-loaded with wedding images
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• Edible treats, especially locally made ones • Sachets of bird seed or flower seed • Deliciously scented soaps • Origami creations
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h e r z o g ’s home c ent er Kingston, 845-338-6300, herzogs.com
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We create beeswax and honey soap in small batches using techniques dating to the 1800’s. Each bar is crafted using simple, natural ingredients like organic oils , therapeutic grade essential oils, and of course our beeswax and honey. These beautiful, artisan soaps make the perfect bridal shower gift or wedding favor. Let us help you create a one of a kind soap meant especially for you! To order a custom soap favor please allow a one month cure time. Call or email to place an order.
Herzog’s gift department is truly one of a kind. Whether you’re shopping for a wedding, engagement, bridal shower, or bridesmaid party, you will be pleasantly surprised by their selection. Offerings include an exceptional selection of home décor pieces, tabletop and cookware, jewelry, and local handcrafted gifts. The best part is that they will take care of the gift-wrapping, free of charge.
Kingston Consignments is a premier destination in the Hudson Valley for collectors and homesteaders alike. Beginning a new life with someone special? Turn your old clutter into cash and come shop for great deals. While you’re here, visit our Antique Center (2nd Floor and back of Ground Floor) featuring a wide range of dealer-curated furnishings, jewelry, artwork, rugs, ceramics, collectibles and more.
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Kingston, 845-481-5759, kingstonconsignments.com
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Your ceremony should be spiritual and emotional soul food that will nourish you both all over again when you look back on those memories.
Your ceremony should be spiritual and emotional soul food that will nourish you both all over again when you look back on those memories. Only the two of you know what that looks like. Maybe it looks like a generations-old ritual from a family faith tradition, be it a Catholic mass or pagan handfasting. Maybe it looks like something the world has never seen before. Maybe there’s a little of both. The rule is that you make the rules.
Micro-weddings are a growing trend: Ceremonies witnessed by a handful to a couple of dozen of your nearest and dearest, after which you can have a larger party at a more accessible and crowd-friendly spot. (You could also opt for a micro-reception, which makes exotic locations and epic levels of luxury much more practical.) 132
Photo by Clean Plate Pictures.
Don’t forget, you can tie that knot anywhere that will hold your officiant, the two of you, and a witness, such as barefoot in a reflecting pool at the foot of a waterfall, on a mountain peak, in a historic drawing room, in a woodland chapel or an arboretum.
Photo by Alicia King Photography.
Photo by Clean Plate Pictures/Hudson Valley Elope. Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
The intimacy of a micro-wedding makes it easier to incorporate elements that draw your guests in as participants, not just observers. Consider: • Passing the wedding rings around so that each person can hold them for a moment, perhaps speaking a blessing or wish of some sort or with a moment of thoughtful silence. • Giving parents, siblings, best friends, or children a role to play: a candle to light, a few words to say…. • Singing a simple song together. 133
Choosing a flexible officiant for your wedding is key, of course. In this intimate setting, you want every person there in harmony.
However, if it’s your dream to marry with all of your loved ones there to celebrate—close relatives, old family friends, and dear ones from various stages of your life—then that’s exactly what you should do. Either way, make those moments count. Build a mindful, moving ceremony and let the emotions, tears, and laughter flow. Speak from the heart. Get swept away by the music. Dive into your beloved’s eager, warm, reverent gaze. You’ve chosen this human, designed this moment of joyful proclamation to the world. Bask in it, and so will the people who love you.
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Photo by Rachel Collet Photography.
A micro-wedding is an excellent choice if you want a ceremony that’s laidback, fun, and totally “you.” Choosing a flexible officiant for your micro-wedding is key, of course. In this intimate setting, you want every person there in harmony.
845-298-4772, lowerhudsonvalley.engagedencounter.com
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Congratulations on your engagement! Catholic Engaged Encounter is a marriage preparation retreat that will help you prepare for your life as husband and wife and look at your relationship in a focused, intimate, and faith-centered way. Retreat weekends are held locally at the beautiful and peaceful Mount Alvernia Retreat House in Wappingers Falls, NY. We warmly welcome any engaged Catholic couple that needs to complete a Pre-Cana program.
Preparing for your wedding needs to be an enjoyable time. Hudson Valley Ceremonies works with you to design your ceremony with minimal stress, guaranteed laughs, and tears of joy. Our officiants personalize each ceremony to make it “you.” We have male and female officiants, some of whom speak Spanish and Hebrew, and we include special ceremonies such as unity candle, wine ceremony, and breaking the glass.
Rhinebeck, 845-244-1482, hudsonvalleyceremonies.com
Prepare for your marriage at a retreat weekend for Catholic engaged couples A Wedding Is A Day, A Marriage Is A Lifetime®
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custom c er emonie s & r ituals Hudson Valley, NYC, 646-509-6600, michelezipp.com
Michele is a non-denominational wedding officiant who has been crafting customized ceremonies filled with love and laughter since 2011. She’s a writer and Reiki Master, so telling your love story and including spirituality is part of her life’s work. Her unique ceremonies include meaningful rituals like handfasting, blessing circles, crystal grids, Tibetan singing bowls, magical botanicals and herbs, and reiki healing, with everything personalized for each couple.
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“There is no greater luxury than peace of mind, and no greater indulgence than shakin’ your booty...” at JTD we guarantee both
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Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
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From the first note played as people are arriving, to the night’s last encore, your soundtrack has the power to set moods: reverence, romance, reflection, joy, fun.
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s o m e t h i n g s to t h i n k a b o u t :
It’s still tough to beat the transcendent feeling of a soloist accompanied by strings for your ceremony’s prequel.
On the other hand, a DJ lets you and your guests enjoy favorites, whether classic anthems or new and hot, as performed by the artists who created them. A DJ can muster any song you can dream up, no learning curve involved, and you know exactly how it will sound.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
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Silver Arrow Band. Photo by Arius Photography.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
The energy flow between a live band and a dance floor full of happy people is euphoric, and bands with wedding experience are wellrehearsed in serving that joyful bliss to meet your specifications.
Photo by Arius Photography.
Make sure you and your music providers are clear on who is providing sound systems. Not every venue’s got equipment that will please a professional ear, so get this sorted out in advance. Same with essential songs and your do-not-play list.
Photo by Monika Eisenbart .
Tough choice! That’s why more couples are combining both, having a DJ do cocktail hour, take over while the band’s on a break, or rock everyone through the after-party. It’s a great way to make sure the soundtrack of your wedding is nonstop and perfectly customized.
Close your eyes and picture key moments. What does your heart hear?
Another fun possibility: a little taste of choreographed performance! Hire pros or rehearse with some friends. Segue from the rehearsed riff into something so catchy that the dance floor fills.
DJ Ali Gruber/Get Down Upstate.
Some people love the group stuff: The Electric Slide, “Macarena,” limbo contests, conga lines, “Shout,” “YMCA.” If you love them, find a DJ who can make that kind of 80s-retro moment sparkle. They’re fun—that’s what made them so popular.
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Make your special day a regal event with some bagpipe playing by Copperpiper LLC! A high-quality bagpipe performance is a timeless gift to be enjoyed by everyone attending your wedding and is a surefire way to make your special day extra memorable. Testimonials available upon request. Email copperpiper@aol.com for details.
Share your unique style with your friends and family on your wedding day! DJ Bri Swatek will work with you to plan a wedding to remember. Listening to you before your wedding and reading the crowd during your event, DJ Bri will make sure that your guests are up, dancing, and having fun to all the music you love (and none that you don’t). Ready to celebrate?
Angela, DJ & owner, delivers an exceptional, professional, and fun DJ service in the Hudson Valley and beyond. Close attention is given to all the details that make your wedding such a wonderful and beautiful day. Choosing your personalized playlist adds to your special memories. I make sure to provide only the best to you both, because after all... “it’s all in the details.”
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Hudson Valley, 845-853-8912, jtdproductions.com
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Get Down Upstate delivers inter-generational inclusivity, mindful professionalism, and lovingly curated sets. Improvisation is our strong suit, bringing you and your guests the expertise it takes to mix genres, eras, and BPMs on the fly to keep the dance floor bumpin’ all night. From the Motown sound to A Tribe Called Quest, from Bowie to Beyoncé, and all of the pop/disco/ Afrobeat/dancehall in between, we’ve got you covered.
JTD Productions is a boutique DJ and entertainment com¬pany, owned and operated by Dave Leonard. Our carefully selected DJs and live musicians are available to provide music for your party, event, ceremony, or wedding reception. Our experienced and devoted staff will help you plan and execute your wedding or event with passion and know-how. We have been providing professional DJs and talented live musicians for elegant country weddings for over 25 years.
Sophisticated and professional music for your wedding ceremony or cocktail hour. Choose from a Jazz duo or trio, solo saxophone, solo piano, flute, strings, etc. to fit any live music style. Nick Gianni is a multi-instrumentalist raised on a steady diet of music. His grandfather made sure Nick had learned the basics of piano, violin, and clarinet at an early age. With a vast skillset, he’s is sure to make the music of your event both unique and memorable.
Kingston, getdownupstate.com
Poughkeepsie, 845-489-5214, djdolceproductions.com
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Planning
a thoughtful wedding
Photo by Sarma & Co. Photography.
How do you want your milestone day to be remembered? Chances are, you want the memories to be heart-lifting, beautiful, and fun. You don’t want anyone to look back and remember the frustration of being unable to find a parking space or of getting lost in a strange town. The secret to a wedding that your guests will remember as a fun-filled celebration of love and not a logistical nightmare is to keep your guests’ needs firmly in mind at every turn during the planning process. The fanciest wedding imaginable can feel chilly if that’s not done; doing it well will make the simplest wedding fabulous.
Let’s see how that would apply in the course of a weekend destination wedding. Less elaborate plans may not include every detail we’ll mention here, but the same principle applies: Put yourself in the shoes of your guests—from the adorable little nieces to the great-grandparents, from your BFFs to the newer friends who may never have met your family—and consider all the potential needs that will require some attention. A thoughtful wedding can be any size or style; it’s about the web of love you’re weaving that surrounds everybody involved. And we all know that’s the important part.
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Photo by Arius Photography.
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Take a little time, while you’re making your initial guest list, to think about each person’s needs and situation. If there’s a SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE of any sort, make a note, so you can be sure it’s handled. 148
Make sure instructions and directions, be they electronic or on paper, are warm and clear. If guests are flying in, check into what their options are for ground TRANSPORTATION or arrange for someone to meet them with a welcoming sign.
EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE A MAP on which you’ve noted not just the venues and locations included in the wedding, but also essentials. (Drugstore? Gym? Coffee shop with Wi-Fi?) and a couple of key landmarks or points of interest.
Photo by Alicia King Photography.
Make sure out-of-town arrivals are warmly welcomed. A casual EVENING-BEFORE GATHERING at an easy-to-find location is a great opportunity for guests to get acquainted, making the whole weekend more fun. GIFT BAGS OR BASKETS with a few thoughtful goodies (Mints? Chocolates? A special local souvenir?) and a paper copy of the wedding itinerary with a map on the reverse are a lovely touch.
Photo by Your Day Photography.
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Make sure everyone understands what the arrangements are for PARKING at the ceremony and reception. If any guest has a special challenge or need of some sort, delegate somebody who can fill the role of CONCIERGE and check in periodically to make sure all’s well.
Inviting all ages? Include them in the gift bags, too. Going to a wedding as a kid feels like a big grownup deal, and a warm welcome will inspire good behavior. Consider A KID’S AREA at the reception, within sight of the festivities but set up so that kids can be kids. You could even pay a teen friend to host and supervise.
Your appointed concierge (who’s deserving of some sort of special thank-you treat after you’re back from the honeymoon) can also KEEP AN EYE OUT for glitches that can be fixed on the fly. Are there people being deafened by the music? Is elderly Aunt Edna shivering from the air conditioning vent? Does somebody need emergency stain remover?
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Depending on the timing of your festivities, out-oftown guests may have some morning or evening hours to themselves. It’s good to make sure they have a couple of IDEAS AND OPTIONS, such as a nearby park or museum to stroll through. Make sure your MENU OPTIONS cover snackers and feasters alike, whether they’re vegan or gluten-free. You want everyone to be able to find something they can enjoy and to leave satisfied. WHO’S CLEANING UP? In a venue with a full professional staff, no problem; in any other situation, someone needs to think about this. Have a plan in place.
A casual BUFFET BRUNCH somewhere special-yet-comfortable makes a great send-off. Give it a fresh feel with different décor in a whole new setting, one that encourages mingling, table-hopping, reminiscences, and photo ops. Don’t forget to make sure anyone who needs it has a RIDE, SHUTTLE, or what-have-you to the train or the airport. 150
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Look no further than Phoenicia, NY for your Catskill Mountain wedding weekend getaway where you’ll find venues like the Emerson Resort and Mount Tremper Arts. Host Friday night at the Catskill Rose or Phoenicia Diner, relax at Menla’s spa, shop our eclectic Main St., enjoy outdoor adventures like fly fishing, tubing, hiking and the Rail Explorers, then grab woodfired pizza at Brio’s. Visit phoeniciany.com for a full list of lodging and services in the area.
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At a loss for what to give? You can never go wrong with the gift of home improvement. The Williams family and staff have been committed to providing unsurpassed excellence in service, quality, and price for 74 years. Pick up a gift card at one of their eight locations throughout the Hudson Valley.
We manage waste at events large and small throughout the Hudson Valley (and beyond!). We can set up a three-stream waste scheme for all types of weddings, from elegant to casual, and work with your caterers to divert as much waste from landfill as possible. Check us out at zerotogo.org or email us at events@ zerotogo.org for a quote!
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5 Steps to Setting
a wedding budget Step 1: Figure Out Who’s Contributing Step 2: Choose Your Non-Negotiables Step 3: Estimate Your Guest Count
Step 5: Crunch The Numbers
This checklist includes the items most weddings entail, as well as the “typical” percentage of your budget. Feel free to adjust according to your own priorities.
Photo by Love Me Do Photography.
Step 4: Do Your Research
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i n v i t e s / p r i n t i n g (2 % ) m ay i n c l u d e
$_________________
Wedding Ceremony Programs
$_________________
Envelopes (specialty sizes are more expensive to ship)
$_________________
Wedding Invitations (including RSVP cards or maps)
$_________________
$_________________
Place Cards
$_________________
Save The Dates
$_________________
Rehearsal Dinner Invitations
$_________________
Custom Napkins
$_________________
Return Address Labels
$_________________
Favor Labels
$_________________
Postage (for invitations and RSVP envelopes, thank you cards)
$_________________
Thank You Cards
Menu Cards
t r a n s p o rtat i o n (2% ) m ay i n c l u d e
$_________________ $_________________
Bridal Party Transportation to the Ceremony Venue
$_________________
Bridal Party Transportation to the Reception Venue
$_________________
Gratuity for the Driver(s)
$_________________
Shuttle Service to transport guests to/from hotels
$_________________
Valet Parking Service
f l o w e r s & d e c o r (8% ) m ay i n c l u d e
Specialty DĂŠcor Rentals (e.g. $_______________ tenting, lanterns, candelabras, etc.)
Bouquets (for bride and $_______________ bridesmaids, a toss bouquet)
$_______________ Wedding Chalkboards/Signage
Boutonnières (for groom, grooms$_______________ men, fathers and/or grandfathers)
Reception Centerpieces (for guest $_______________ tables, guest book table, food stations)
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Flowers and Accessories $_______________ (for the flower girl/ring bearer)
$_______________ Delivery Fees $_______________ Ceremony Arch/Chuppah $_______________ Ceremony Arrangements $_______________ Wedding Cake Flowers
at t i r e (7%) m ay i n c l u d e
v e n u e (18 % ) m ay i n c l u d e
r i n g s (2% ) m ay i n c l u d e
$_________________
Wedding Dress
$_________________
Space Rental Fee
$_________________
Wedding Bands
$_________________
Veil
$_________________
Venue Deposit
$_________________
Wedding Band Resizing Fee
$_________________
Wedding Dress Alterations
$_________________
Ceremony Fee
$_________________
Wedding Ring Insurance
$_________________
Specialty Undergarments
$_________________
Additional Rentals
$_________________
Customization/Engraving
$_________________
Wedding Shoes
$_________________
Dance Floor Rental
$_________________
Jewelry/Accessories
$_________________
Tax/Other Fees
$_________________
Groom’s Tux + Shoes
$_________________
Liability Insurance
$_________________
Reception Outfit
b e au t y (2% ) m ay i n c l u d e
p h o to s (1 0 % ) m ay i n c l u d e
$_________________
Engagement Session
$_________________
Rehearsal Dinner Coverage
$_________________
Wedding Day Coverage
$_________________
Albums or Prints
$_________________
Same Day Edit
$________________ Professional Shave
$________________ Waxing
$________________ Pre-Wedding Haircuts or Color
$_________________
Raw Footage
$________________ Tips (normally 20%)
$________________ Facials
$________________ Day-of Wedding Hairstyle
$_________________
Highlight Reel
$________________ Hair Trial Appointment
$________________ Mani-Pedi
$________________ Day-of Wedding Makeup
$_________________
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p l a n n e r (3% -1 5 % ) m ay i n c l u d e
$_________________
Setup and/or Cleanup Fees
$_________________
Tax and Gratuity
$_________________
Venue and/or Vendor Referrals and Liaison
$_________________
Plated, Buffet, or Family-Style
$_________________
Service Staff
$_________________
Day-Of, Month-Of or Full-Service Coordination
$_________________
Catering Rentals
$_________________
Food Stations
$_________________
Budget Development
$_________________
Catering Equipment (plates, silverware, glassware, serving platters, etc.)
$_________________
Passed Hors D’oeuvres
$_________________
Timeline Creation
$_________________
Bar/Beverage Service
$_________________
Rehearsal Coordination
Rehearsal Dinner
$_________________
Vendor Meals
$_________________
Wedding Day Setup and Management
$_________________
d r i n k s (8% ) m ay i n c l u d e
160
$_________________
Open Bar
$_________________
Glassware
$_________________
Mixers
$_________________
Reception Drinks
$_________________
Bar Signage
$_________________
Champagne Toast
$_________________
Coffee / Tea
$_________________
Cocktail Hour
$_________________
(if you can BYO)
$_________________
Non-alcoholic Beverages
Liquor License (if not provided)
$_________________
Hosted Beer & Wine
$_________________
$_________________
Bartender Gratuity
$_________________
Specialty Cocktails
$_________________
Corkage Fees
favo r s & g i f t s (2% )
c e r e m o n y (2% ) m ay i n c l u d e
c a k e (2% ) m ay i n c l u d e
$_________________
Wedding Favors
$_________________
Ceremony Site
$_________________
Wedding Cake
$_________________
Wedding Party Gifts
$_________________
Church Donation
$_________________
Sheet Cake for extra servings
$_________________
Gifts for Flower Girls /Ring Bearers
$_________________
Officiant Fee
$_________________
Cake Topper
$_________________
Marriage License
$_________________
Cake Stand
$_________________
Ceremony Accessories (ring pillow, flower girl basket, candle, etc.)
$_________________
Cake-Cutting Fee
$_________________
Delivery Fee
$_________________
Spouse Gift
$_________________
Parent Gifts
$_________________
Welcome Baskets
$_________________
Other
$_________________
Other e x t r a f e e s (5% ) m ay i n c l u d e
m u s i c (8% ) m ay i n c l u d e
$_________________
Vendor Tips
$_________________
Sales Tax
$_________________
Ceremony Musicians
$_________________
Microphone (for ceremony/toasts)
$_________________
Service Charges
$_________________
Cocktail Hour Music
$_________________
Sound-system or extra speakers
$_________________
Wedding Insurance
$_________________
Reception DJ or Live Band
$_________________
Photo Booth & Dance Floor Lighting
$_________________
Overtime Fees 161
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