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{187} more of NY's finest
{190} advertiser directory
Since opening in Saratoga Springs in 1988, we have provided equipment and service for hundreds of weddings and events. While we change with the times and are always adding new equipment to suit the current trends in tents, lighting, dĂŠcor and furniture one thing has never changed, our dedication to service. We understand the trust put in us for such an important once in a lifetime moment and we make sure that trust in us is well placed.
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Editor in Chief: Krista Washburn Director of Operations: Sally Washburn Senior Designer: Michele Frye Advertising & Sales Director: Caroline Smith Marketing & PR Manager: Angela Ross Copy Editor: Ian Wheeler-Nicholson Editorial & Photoshoot Manager: Lauren Foley Display Advertising Designer: Peter Mailloux Account Executive: Jodi Peternel, Annmarie Vendola Event Coordinator: Erin Wiley Printing: Villanti & Sons, Printers Production: Shawn Herrity Contributing Photographers: Barrie Fisher, Brandon Vick, David Seaver, Julia & Kurtis Kracke, Joe Elario Photography Design Interns: Jordan LaCount, Katrina Schweithelm, Lauren Harris, Morgan Stewart Editorial Interns: Scout Hutchinson, Stephanie Wessel Marketing Interns: Alexandra Emanuel, Courtney Reardon, Jack Kane, Jennifer Moson, Julie Clerc Special Support: Alison Bucholz-Ellis, Austin Family, Barrie Fisher, Chad Shepard, Charlie Barsalow, Cynthea Wight Hausman, Dark Star Lighting, Green Mountain Floral Supply, Harry Washburn, Irene Beshaw, Irene Maston, John Crabbe Jr., John Scheer, Katey Gordon, Kate Neubauer, Kate Villa, Lynda Dandeneau, Rachelle Howard, Riann Washburn, Tommy McNeill, ...and Rocco Editorial & Advertising Offices WellWed PO Box 8076 Essex, VT 05451 Tel 802.879.9255 Fax 802.419.5344 wellwed.com | aweddingaffair.com info@wellwed.com
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this spring & summer, discover beauty in all things old & new to create a celebration as unique as your love.
old soul. new heart. Not only is this issue our love letter to DIY projects, crafts, and ideas, it’s also an invitation to you, our readers, to embrace DIY as an integral part of what will make your wedding amazing. Whether I’m venturing down country roads on the hunt for antique shops or scouring local junkyards for long-forgotten
treasures, I never stop thinking about how to create something new out of something classic. This enduring love for homespun details and the reinterpretation of what’s old has helped WellWed - New York, sister WellWed magazines and Vermont Vows to evolve into the publications that they are today.
Vintage objects have a story to tell — they invite you to learn about their history and rediscover their beauty, while adding a new chapter of your own. Our “Start Your Engines” gown shoot (Page 97) is a celebration of this pairing of old and new, with exquisite modern bridal couture alongside vintage automobiles. My love for everything vintage is rooted in the belief that combining old and new can evoke a sense of timelessness — much like true love. Just as vintage cars and classic gowns never go out of style, this type of love never fades; it ages gracefully and adapts with time until, eventually, everything old is new again. Here at WellWed, we have created a sanctuary for crafting and creating. Overlooking a river that once powered the historic mills of Winooski, Vermont, our office has become a place of creative energy, where simple ideas are translated into something special. Whether we’re shooting an innovative tabletop design or crafting a homemade cake topper, our office has become a place of refuge where I can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life to create one-of-a-kind items. Our creative retreat is something brides can make for themselves. A sanctuary, no matter how small, where you can put your energy into special DIY projects is the perfect way to ensure your wedding is a physical expression of your
extraordinary love. This spring and summer, as the warm rays of the sun break through lush trees and birdsong awakens the world from its winter slumber, brides-to-be can ring in the new season with a fresh yet timeless love, a love that echoes the sweet marriages of our grandparents, that only gets more valuable with time, and that ultimately becomes an heirloom so priceless, you wouldn’t trade it for anything.
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like the happy couples featured in our magazine, we too are lucky enough to work with some of new york’s most celebrated wedding pros. listed here are those who lent their time & talent to help create this issue. Rebecca Ashby, of the pink Ooange, specializes in creating invitations, hank-you notes, save-the-date cards & other paper goods that reflect the personality of the bride and groom. Kris Ann Blanchette’s floral design boutique,
fleurtacious designs, is renowned for stunning, delightful & innovative arrangements. grand finales is owned & operated by
Jane Bouyea Casey, a pastry designer with more than 25 years of experience creating extraordinary cakes with exceptional taste & design. Justin Cruz, of cruz salon, is well adept at providing brides with hair styles that complement their overall look, offering cutting edge hair services & years of experience. Joe & JP Elario, of joe elario photography, have more than 35
years of experience capturing picture-perfect moments. the duo immortalize real moments, not staged shots, with stunning results. Stacy K Ercan, of stacy k floral, is well known throughout the region for her innovative style & unique approach when it comes to floral design. no matter your taste, stacy’s constantly evolving design technique promises modern & chic florals. Barrie Fisher, of barrie fisher photographers, creates images of incomparable artistry, a testament to her considerable talent & skill. Lisa Frey, of bella carta studio, designs distinctive wedding announcements & invitations by hand, always customized to suit each individual couple’s needs. Maura Harrison, of sassafras flowers, provides brides with unforgettably beautiful floral designs, upping the ante on creativity & elegance. Cynthea Hausman, of cynthea's spa, is extraordinarily talented at helping women feel their most beautiful with well-applied, tasteful makeup that has the ability to enhance the beauty of any glowing bride. Nanette Hayner, of whistlestop florist, uses only fresh flowers to create thoughtful & gorgeous floral designs that effortlessly elevate any casual event into a spirited & inspiring celebration. Julia & Kurtis Kracke are the dynamic husband & wife team behind kracke photography. They always strive to capture the essence of each wedding, allowing every photo to evoke the happy emotions of the day for years to come. Brendan McCann, of make me a cake...next door, creates unbelievably well crafted cake creations that are true works of art. available in every style imaginable, their amazing cakes taste just as extraordinary as they look. table toppers of rochester’s owner, Chantiza Stern, brings her background in creative design to each project, helping couples choose from a range of beautiful, elegant linens. Deb Stirone, president & owner of gourmet goodies, has been designing wedding cakes for 15 years & is always eager to provide you with your perfect cake, whether it be a traditional or custom design. always one to bring an offbeat charm and serious elegance to his photos, Brandon Vick, of brandon vick photography, is an expert at documenting unforgettable moments.
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wednotes local interest
IT’S NO SECRET THAT new york’S WEDDING PROFESSIONALS ARE BETTER THAN EVER. FROM NEW STUDIOS TO EXCITING nuptials, HERE ARE SOME OF OUR FAVORITES!
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Please call us at 518.877.7449 to plan your next special event, it will make all the difference! 871 Main Street, Clifton Park, NY ~ 518.877.7449 ~ Fax: 518.877.6356 ~ cliftonparkrental.com
wednotes national interest
TALENTED wedding PROFESSIONALS CONSistentLY DELIGHT US WITH NEW PRODUCTS, services & bUSINESSES. HERE ARE SOME OF OUR new noteworthy FAVORITES!
{no. 1 Members Only} just launched in december, the aisle new york is the world’s first members-only online store granting access to timed-sale boutiques & designers offering the latest in bridal fashion. what’s more, a portion of every gown sold is donated to a charity of the designer’s choice! theaislenewyork.com
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{no. 3 Pulitzer Prizes} lily pulitzer has debuted a new line of pretty & preppy wedding gowns! the collection features the brand's inimitable ready-to-wear details. designerbrideinc.com
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talent spotlight
With more than forty-five years of combined experience, father & son photography team, Joe & JP Elario have upheld a family legacy for over three decades.
THE ELARIOS’ ADVICE: become friends with your photographer! they are one of your best sources for referrals & advice, as they work with a lot of professionals within the wedding industry and know what works. names: Joe and JP Elario business: Joe Elario Photography Years in Business: thirty location: albany, NEW YORK website: joeelariophotography.com
Photography seems to be in the Elario blood. When Joe Elario began photographing weddings more than thirty years ago, his son JP, soon developed an interest in the family business. At the age of eleven, JP began to accompany his father to weddings to help him work, and he has never looked back. With more than five years of formal photography education and fifteen years of experience, JP knows how to coax a relaxed and natural demeanor from his subjects, resulting in perfectly captured moments. A dedicated blogger, JP is inspired by those who follow him online. “When I hear someone say, ‘I love these photos,’ ‘I can’t thank you enough,’ or ‘I want to see more,’ I just want to get out there and do it all over again,” he says. Whether he’s taking pictures, blogging, or helping clients with advice about vendors — so many years in the business has made him an expert — JP’s passion for his work always results in extraordinary images documenting once-in-a-lifetime events.
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Come one, Come all...Step right up! The 2011 new york Wedding Affairs are just the ticket for hundreds of local & destination couples — proving that planning a wedding can be as much fun as a day at the fair.
vintage carnival games will set the tone for a fun & inspiring showcase of inventive décor & complimentary, fair-worthy fare — including candied apples, cupcakes & of course, cotton candy — at the 2011 new york wedding affairs. even better, a silent auction of fabulous wedding-related gift certificates & other items will benefit the make a wish foundation & each lucky bride-to-be will receive a luxury gift bag containing over $100 worth of goodies. attendees will be able to mingle with some of the best wedding professionals in the region before heading into the spa room to enjoy luxurious treatments or attend one of several informative seminars on topics like wine & menu pairing & modern wedding etiquette. finally, the evening will conclude with an amazing fashion show of stunning bridal couture. Mark your calendar for our next event! Register early, as tickets do sell out — aweddingaffair.com
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unsure of what to expect from your wedding party? we turned to the “wediquette” authority, anna post, to clarify the responsibilities of your dearly beloved.
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The ring is sparkly, you’ve said “Yes!” and you’re off on a whirlwind of planning for the big day. Chances are you’ve already spent some time thinking about who will be your wedding attendants — siblings, close friends, or other relatives near and dear to you. They’ll be your support group, errand runners, and ambassadors-at-large at your reception. But being an attendant can come with a hefty price tag; besides clothing and gifts, attendants must also pay for their own transportation. It may also require using precious vacation time or unpaid work days to attend the wedding and pre-wedding events. While it is an attendant’s
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The nicest way you can show your appreciation to your attendants is with a handwritten note thanking them for all they’ve done. Whether on its own or accompanied by a small gift, it will let your “best people” know just how much their love, help, and support have meant to you. job to assist the bride whenever possible, the considerate bride won’t treat her team as her personal minions. Before you extend that all-important “Will you be in my wedding?” invitation, consider what you’re asking. Here are a few important attendants’ responsibilities:
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Though Erin Divine and Andrew Owen originally met on their very first day of high school, they were many things to each other before they became a couple. As their officiant read during their wedding ceremony, “In the 13 years that Andrew and Erin have known each other, they have been many things: acquaintance, nuisance, friend, drinking buddy, sparring partner, crush, fiancé, and now they become husband and wife.” In fact, the two were simply friends all through high school and college before they began dating during their senior year. “It was a long time coming, but we realized the wait had been worth it,” says Erin. “We were already best friends, and after we began dating, the rest was easy.” Several years later, on February 16, 2009, one month after Andrew had purchased the ring, four days after he had arrived in New York City to visit Erin, and two days after Valentines Day, Andrew awoke on a sunny morning and knew that it was the big day. He and Erin set off on foot for brunch at the Central Park Boathouse, enjoying a rare winter day of sunshine. As they approached the lake, Andrew asked Erin to close her eyes because he had a surprise for her. He placed a ring in her hand and Erin opened her eyes to find him kneeling before her. Erin was so surprised, she dropped her purse, sunglasses, and gloves. Laughing and excited, she accepted.
Elegant yet playful, Erin and Andrew’s wedding day was a relaxed affair full of chic details and personal elements.
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Erin and Andrew knew they wanted to have an outdoor wedding. Neither belonged to a church, but both had been raised in families that taught them to have a great love and respect for the outdoors. Other than that, however, they hadn’t narrowed down their options. With Erin living in New York City at the time and Andrew in Pennsylvania, the search was simply too broad, and both were relieved when Erin’s parents suggested the couple consider the Finger Lakes Region. After visiting the Aurora Inn, they knew they had found the perfect place. “Quite simply, for us, the Finger Lakes was the total package,” says Erin. “You have the charm of the country, the luxury of water, the beautiful summers, the exceptional wineries and restaurants. We decided it was the perfect location for our guests to enjoy for the first time or, like we did, fall in love with all over again.” The morning of their wedding dawned sunny, clear, and perfect. Erin and Andrew incorporated many personal elements into their ceremony, beginning with their officiant — a close friend who became temporarily ordained in order to marry the couple. “We knew we wanted our ceremony to be very personal, sweet, and a little fun,
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but no matter what words we came up with, they weren’t going to make sense if a stranger was saying them back to us,” says Erin. Both from Irish families, the bride and groom tied Erin’s Claddagh ring to the ring bearer’s plate to include its symbolism of friendship, love, and loyalty — three pillars of a long and happy marriage. Andrew’s own ring also held special meaning, as he had it custom made with Erin’s fingerprint engraved on the outside of the band. After the ceremony, guests relaxed in a chic lounge area in between stints on the dance floor, keeping cool with fresh lemonade, peach sangria, pineapple margaritas, and palm fans tied with yellow and gray ribbon. A jazz combo played softly in the background during cocktail hour, and as the sun set, white lanterns and tea lights shone from the trees like fireflies. Looking back on their wedding, Erin and Andrew couldn’t be happier with their day. “It’s a fleeting, beautiful moment in your life,” says Erin. “Mine was a summer dream, and the only way to make sure you won’t be sad when it’s over is to be really happy it happened.”
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When Andrea first moved to New York City shortly after college, she arrived with only an overstuffed suitcase and nothing else. Little did she know she was about to meet the love of her life. Andrea applied for waitress positions all over Manhattan, and it wasn’t long before she landed a job at a restaurant called Mickey Mantel’s. She settled into her new home, working and spending time with friends. After about four months at the restaurant, the manager announced that the place had been purchased by a private owner — a chef and Culinary Institute of America graduate who would really help make the place shine. That’s when she met Chris. As anyone who has ever worked in the restaurant business knows, staff members often end up spending lots of time together on busy days. Chris and Andrea quickly became good friends, often going out with the rest of the crew after closing. It was clear that they had feelings for one another, but both were too shy to make a move. Finally, during an evening out, Andrea lost her wallet and tracked down Chris’ phone number the next day to see if he knew where she had left it. Chris couldn’t help her with the wallet, but he did take the opportunity to save her number, and called her back to ask her to dinner that evening. “From that day forward, I saw Chris every day, making the commute directly crosstown from my apartment on the East Side to his on the West Side,” says Andrea.
With a vintage-chic vision in mind, the couple integrated burlap, twine, and lace elements into the décor.
For their four-year anniversary, Chris surprised Andrea with a trip to the Dominican Republic. One evening, he told her he had made reservations at a hotel restaurant for dinner. She was surprised when, on their way to the lobby, he led her instead to the beach, where a little boat awaited them. After a short ride on the boat, the couple boarded a luxurious yacht for a sunset cruise before being dropped back off at the beach. “There were candles in the sand that formed a path to a table, where plates and champagne were set up,” says Andrea. Andrea was excited for a romantic meal, but it wasn’t long before Chris dropped to one knee, a gorgeous ring in hand. “Of course, I said yes. I was so excited that I still, to this day, have no idea what we had for dinner,” says Andrea. The date was August 14, 2009, exactly four years since their first date. Andrea and Chris love their home in the city but were eager to plan a wedding in a more relaxed setting. Andrea grew up in Upstate New York and for her, a city wedding wasn’t an option. “I knew immediately I wanted to get married back home, away from the noisy
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streets and crowds of people,” she says. Chris wholeheartedly agreed, and the two embarked on an Adirondacks wedding at The Sagamore, a place Andrea had dreamed of being married since she was a little girl. On August 14, 2010, exactly one year since they had become engaged and five years since they had first fallen in love, Andrea and Chris were married in a beautiful outdoor ceremony. With a vintage-chic vision in mind, the couple integrated burlap, twine, and lace elements into the décor. Andrea pinned her late grandmother’s antique brooch to her bouquet as her “something borrowed” and also carried an Irish blessing coin for luck. The couple presented guests with customblended tea favors courtesy of Chris’ sister Linda, owner of local business SerendipiTea. In between taking photos and the beginning of cocktail hour, the bride and groom had an unexpected free hour of time that they now look back and remember as their favorite moment of the day. No matter how fabulous the celebration, both agree nothing could beat a quiet moment spent together and in love.
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For many couples, sharing an apartment that was no more than a single room would be unthinkable, but for Annie and Matt, who lived in a 350-square-foot studio in Manhattan for over two years, the close quarters only reaffirmed the fact that they were meant to be together. After meeting through mutual friends in Manhattan, Annie and Matt kept their eyes on one another for several months before Matt made a move and finally asked Annie out. Soon the two were inseparable, traveling all over the country together and eventually attending more than 150 live music shows over the course of six years. It was in New Orleans on one of these trips that Matt decided he was going to ask Annie to be his wife. Strolling along the riverbank and gazing dreamily at the water, Matt was poised to pop the question when Annie’s cell phone rang. “My brother called my phone from our apartment. He was staying there for the weekend and had locked himself out,” says Annie. Her conversation with her brother lasted nearly 25 minutes, and as she talked, Annie noticed Matt becoming more and more visibly agitated, but could not figure out why. Finally she hung up and, his plan having been interrupted, Matt forgot about the speech he had rehearsed and simply dove in. “He just got on his knee and asked me to be his wife,” Annie says simply. Annie, who suddenly understood why Matt had been acting so strange during her phone call, was thrilled.
Annie and Matt’s strongest goal for their wedding was “leaving people with the feeling it encompassed everything we are,” explains Annie.
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Though Annie grew up in California, she had moved to New York for college and took an instant liking to the East Coast. Matt had grown up in Rockland County, and though the couple had made a home in the city, they felt that the Hudson Valley would be the perfect place for their wedding. “The region has so many beautiful locations, is known for its food and wine, and has amazing views, and it isn’t too far from NYC for those who traveled from far away,” explains Annie. Both Annie and Matt have an enthusiasm for travel and had often talked about planning a yearlong excursion around the world. Not only was their wedding a great opportunity to incorporate their love of adventure — the couple had settled on a travel-themed ceremony to celebrate their shared passion — but neither of them could think of a better opportunity to embark on a worldwide voyage than their honeymoon.
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Expanding on the travel theme, Annie purchased dozens of old postcards for guests to write their well-wishes on, and vintage suitcases for them to drop the cards into. The plan was for her and Matt to read them when they returned home after their honeymoon adventure. The couple had settled on a rustic yet chic color palette for the celebration, relying on rich tones of olive green and light peach. The overall effect gave the event a muted and sophisticated feel and veered away from overly feminine colors. Aside from the color palette and travel theme, Annie and Matt’s strongest goal for their wedding was “leaving people with the feeling it encompassed everything we are,” explains Annie. To incorporate Matt’s college years spent at Tulane in New Orleans, they enlisted a regional Dixieland group to play during the cocktail hour. Annie, a trained sommelier, named each table after different grape varietals. Finally, the bride and groom incorporated their first shared love — music. “We both love a lot of the same music, so we chose one of our favorite song’s lyrics to embroider on our ring bearer’s pillow.” As the wedding came to an end and an exciting honeymoon of exotic sights and cultures awaited them on all corners of the globe, Annie and Matt couldn’t help but remember their tiny shared studio, a small place that neither of them would have ever traded, even for the world. 60
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It was Boston’s first snowfall of the year when Brian asked Katharine to join him at a caroling party at the Crane Estate, a gorgeous historic mansion overlooking Ipswich Bay. Before the party began, the couple took a stroll around the property and found themselves at the edge of a cliff overlooking the water. Brian knew it was the perfect time. Getting to one knee, he asked Katharine to be his wife. Katharine, who had always assumed she would burst into tears at a proposal, was surprised that, instead of weeping, she let out a squeal of delight before responding, “Absolutely, yes!” As the snow continued softly falling, the couple left the party and instead dropped by their alma mater, Gordon College, on Boston’s North Shore, and rang the engagement bell — a school tradition. Returning home, they spent the evening in front of a glowing Christmas tree, eagerly calling family and friends to share the news. Ringing the school bell was an appropriate way to announce the next step in a relationship that had begun at Gordon College. Katharine and Brian first met when they both volunteered to work the booths at freshmen orientation week in the summer of 2006. “We began hanging out with the same friends, and that turned into going on walks and grabbing coffee together,” says Katharine. Their first official date came in October, and they decided to spend the afternoon at Ocean’s Lawn, a huge nature reserve on the cliffs of Magnolia. Together, they climbed onto a flat rock jutting out into the water and talked for hours. After that day, they both knew they had found something great. “We spent the next several years together, graduating from school and starting our careers, all while having a blast and falling in love,” says Katharine.
Katharine, a graphic designer, embraced a DIY philosophy for the wedding to create celebratory, cheerful décor.
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Katharine, a graphic designer, embraced a DIY philosophy for the wedding. She wanted to create celebratory, cheerful décor based on yellow, her favorite color, so she mixed and matched paint swatches, ultimately choosing baby blue, navy blue, and white to complement her main color. “The result was a summery, nautical theme combining both modern and vintage elements,” says Brian. In the months before the wedding, Katharine personally made all the invitations, programs, menus, place cards, a series of small flags reading “hooray,” tags for mini-bags of kettle corn, pinwheels for the ceremony, and mustaches for the photo booth. “I wanted our day to be filled with our personalities and quirks,” says Katharine, who also made letters to lay across the cake table and tiny flags for the cake. The décor suited Katharine and Brian’s easygoing, happy personalities,
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which also came forward on the dance floor. When the couple were first getting to know each other, they had often gone swing and salsa dancing. So for their first dance, they opted to skip traditional music and instead boogied to Michael Bublé’s version of “Crazy Little Thing Called Love.” Katharine’s grandmother, a lifelong kindergarten teacher, was unable to attend the wedding, but Katharine honored her presence by ringing her school bell after she and Brian exchanged vows. “It was a personal way of connecting with her during a moment I wish we could have shared together,” she says. Both Katharine and Brian’s grandfathers had also played a big role in their lives, and each spoke at the ceremony. “Between the two sets of grandparents is 125 years of marriage! We couldn’t have had better role models during our ceremony,” says Katharine. Aside from a quick cake-cutting ceremony and the first dance, Katharine and Brian decided to forego other wedding traditions to leave more time for dancing. “We just didn’t want to stop dancing! The floor was full all night, and we had a blast!” says Katharine. As they spun around the dance floor, the couple knew they would never stop enjoying that crazy little thing called love.
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Beth Lytwynec and Matias Mariani, both aspiring opera singers, met as graduate students at the Boston Conservatory. Matias was new to the school and was looking for information about the opera department, and Beth, who had completed her undergraduate degree there, offered to help him figure out what the school had to offer. As two members of a class of just five people, it wasn’t long before they felt like old friends. Months later, Matias was cast as Prince Charming in Cendrillon, the opera version of Cinderella. The role seemed like fate. A few weeks after the performance, Matias showed up at Beth’s apartment and said he had no idea what was going to happen after they were finished with school, but he was sure he wanted to be with her, if she would have him. It wasn’t long before the couple fell in love, beginning a real-life fairy tale of their own. One of the best things about Beth and Matias’ relationship has always been their shared passion for opera. After obtaining their graduate degrees, they even traveled to Italy together to attend a program for young opera singers. Unbeknowst to Beth, Matias had written a letter to her parents before they left, asking permission to marry their daughter. With their blessing, Matias proposed to Beth one evening in front of a beautiful medieval church. Gelato in hand, Beth accepted, more sure than ever that she had found her Prince Charming. Though they briefly considered a Boston wedding, in the end they realized that Upstate New York was the perfect place for their wedding. Beth grew up there and has family in the area, and it just felt like the better choice.
“Beth didn’t choose a particular color palette. She knew she wanted the whole day to feel romantic and classic, with flair,” says Matias.
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When it came to the décor, Beth and Matias wanted to blend modern style with a sense of nostalgia. “Beth didn’t choose a particular color palette. She knew she wanted the whole day to feel romantic and classic, with flair,” says Matias. The pair paid special attention to little details, knowing that every element would contribute in a small way to the overall feel of the celebration. Beth chose decorative aspects based on whether or not they would help create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Sure enough, when the day arrived, “The linens, flowers, ribbons, candles, centerpieces, and feathers were all details that simply looked like they belonged,” says Matias. The reception area was filled with a delightfully unexpected collection of vintage-inspired elements that the couple put a personal twist on. The photo booth,
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for instance, consisted of a wall of vintage family photographs — and a few empty frames for guests to peek through — that added a bit of playfulness to the event. The bride and groom even had an assortment of false mustaches and hats for some added fun. An antique birdcage adorned the gift table, and quill pens beckoned for guests to sign the guest book in style. The wedding ended up as welcoming and warm as the bride and groom could have asked for. Every detail, from the enchanting harp music to the delicately calligraphed place cards to the simple pink roses spilling out of glass jars, reflected Beth and Matias’ personalities and celebrated their love. The readings at the ceremony were conducted in both English and Spanish to honor Matias’ heritage and allow everyone to enjoy the mass. The couple agree that their favorite moment of the day was when they first laid eyes on the ballroom and it became clear that all their careful planning had added up to something extraordinary. “It was really special,” says Matias. “Our parents were with us, and we could all instantly feel the love and warmth throughout the room.”
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When Melissa DePasquale and Jerome Broderick first began dating after meeting online, the circumstances were less than perfect. Melissa was recovering from a bout of mono, so they had to wait nearly a month before sharing their first kiss. It’s safe to say the kiss was well worth the wait, and soon they both knew they had found something special. “We became so dependent on each other, but in the best way possible — where you can’t enjoy anything to the fullest unless you’re doing it together,” says Melissa. For the next few years, as they lived together in a succession of different cities, they fell more and more in love. One weekend, Melissa and Jerome traveled to New Hampshire for a camping trip. On their last morning there, they decided to take a quick spin around the lake in a rowboat. “We were the only ones out that morning, so it was really quiet and the water looked like glass,” says Melissa. As the couple drifted through the quiet waters, they came upon an area thick with lily pads. Jerome lifted the paddles, letting the boat glide silently over the lake amid the cheerful chirping of birds. Suddenly, Jerome unexpectedly reached into his pocket, pulled out a box in the unmistakable Tiffany blue, and asked Melissa to be his wife. Of course she accepted, reasoning, “You can’t say no to the blue box, right?”
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Though Melissa and Jerome currently live in North Carolina, they both grew up in New York, Melissa in Schenectady and Jerome in Rochester. Wanting to be married somewhere that felt like home, they began looking for a venue within a 90-minute radius of the Capital Region. They didn’t have to search long before they discovered Saratoga National. “It represented Jerome and me so well — modern and bold,” says Melissa. They took inspiration from the venue’s natural colors, incorporating the vibrant green of the golf course and the rich chocolate brown of the club. Since Melissa is a graphic designer by trade, she took on a lot of the wedding planning herself. “I need to have my hands on everything, and it would have been too hard for me to hand off work to others,” she says. The bride’s talent as a graphic designer was put to good use. She began with their save the dates, creating the stationery using a real, brightgreen gold tee that perfectly matched the spirit of the venue. Adding a bit of silliness to the celebration, Melissa attached a pin to each place card with phrases such as: “I heart weddings,” “I’m a dance machine,” and “Sorry, I’m taken.” Of course, Melissa and Jerome got the best
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pins, reading “Mr.” and “Mrs.” Each of the couple’s parents received a delicate handkerchief hand-embroidered with a special message. “We really wanted to thank our parents in a unique way that was personal and meaningful,” says Melissa. There was no shortage of treats for those with a sweet tooth. A quirky candy bar provided green-hued treats that were almost too cute to eat, and guests couldn’t help but be amazed at the spectacular fondantenveloped lime-green cake. Though there were the inevitable small mishaps — Melissa’s dress simply refused to bustle, for example — both agree that the day was so happy and full of joy, nothing that could have made it better. Besides, Melissa couldn’t help but laugh when a grasshopper leapt out from the bottom of her gown, a souvenir from all the time they had spent taking photos in a grassy field outside. “After spending all that time in the field for the photos, I am shocked that only one grasshopper made it back with us,” says Melissa. Just like that morning among the lily pads, it had been a day of love, laughter, and a dash of the unexpected.
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Lizy and Wyatt’s goal when it came to planning their wedding was simple: comfort. “We wanted our guests to feel the comfort you feel when you sit on the blanket at the end of a family picnic, a moment that feels captured in time, both intimate and romantic,” says Lizy. Together they prepared a wedding celebration in the heart of the Finger Lakes that spoke of comfort and love — with some DIY flair thrown into the mix. The couple met in college when Lizy attended a party at Wyatt’s fraternity house. They hit it off right away and began dating immediately. When Wyatt left for a semester abroad in Barbados, they continued to date long-distance, knowing they had found something great. “It was a rough eight months of not seeing each other, but it confirmed how much we cared for one another,” says Lizy. The couple got engaged over Christmas one year when, sitting by the sparkling lights of the Christmas tree, Lizy accepted Wyatt’s proposal to be his wife. Lizy and Wyatt began the wedding-planning process by making a list of items that would radiate “comfort”: glowing candles, heirloom vases, garden flowers, pitchers of lemonade, and handmade linens. Once they had these items as a framework for their basic design, they began to tweak the “comfort” concept to better represent them as a couple. “Drawing inspiration from the things we love most in life made our planning feel very honest and true,” says Lizy.
Lizy and Wyatt made a list of items that would radiate “comfort”: glowing candles, garden flowers, pitchers of lemonade, and handmade linens.
The couple incorporated yellow, navy blue, and turquoise tones into their décor. “Yellow is joy and happiness; navy is classic, crisp, and understated; and sage turquoise is gentle and lovely. Three colors that embodied the feelings we wanted for our wedding,” says Lizy. After designing and cutting the place cards herself, she attached each to a lemon, which she placed on a bed of wheatgrass. She also used an assortment of unique glass vessels to create a lemon candy bar. “The groom has a big sweet tooth! And his favorites are lemon candies,” she explains. To take the candies home, guests were given tiny bags adorned with tags reading, “How sweet it is.” On each place setting, Lizy included a homemade napkin holder made of wide navy grosgrain ribbon lined with a thinner ivory ribbon her mother had sewn herself. This resulting in rustic yet elegant napkins that spoke of charming homespun details. For table numbers, Lizy and Wyatt purchased oversized letters from a hardware store and painted them navy blue. A different letter of the alphabet adorned each table. It was not only cute but also a nod to Lizy’s passion for teaching.
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Lizy and Wyatt found a terrific local calligrapher and worked with her to design all the stationery before printing it at a nearby printing press. “Using local artists saved us bundles on cost and gave back to our community. We also had our hands in the design process, allowing our visions to truly come to fruition,” says Lizy. Instead of a wedding cake, the couple served pies baked by a family friend. “Neither of us really likes cake!” explains Lizy. “I always had raspberry pie for my birthdays, and Wyatt grew up on his grandmother’s amazing peach pie, so pie it was.” Adding a little whimsy to the desserts were hand-painted cake toppers the couple found on Etsy and Lizy’s mother painted herself. DIY brides often have the difficult job of weighing the amount of time spent completing each project with the costs they are saving. For Lizy and Wyatt, however, the time was more than worth it. “Assembling everything by hand was quite the bonding experience, and a fantastic way to keep our budget low without sacrificing on style,” she says. Her one piece of advice to fellow DIY brides? “At home, kiss and joke a lot! And remember, everything will go perfectly if it is perfectly you!”
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Nichole waited anxiously for her RSVPs to be answered by the end of April. With such a large guest list, the number in attendance was extremely important, especially since they still needed to settle on a final seating chart, welcome bags, and day-of stationery. For this reason, Christine advises brides to give themselves at least four weeks after their RSVP deadline: “There are many things that depend on those final numbers.” After a few final arrangements, the big day finally arrived. The ballroom in the Hall of Springs was so beautiful, Christine was sure that every guest would experience the “wow factor” Nichole had been hoping for. “From the chic ice bowls during cocktail hour to the beautiful white dance floor, to the absolutely stunning arrangements adorning each guest table, nothing was overlooked,” says Christine. The charming black-and-white affair — with a splash of pink — was formal without being stuffy, and ultimately extraordinary. For Christine Wheat, crafting magical events like this one is all in a day’s work. {featured professionals} Coordination: Christine A Wheat Special Events cweventsfirm.com Event Rentals: Clifton Park Rental cliftonparkrental.com (Page 29) Floral Design: Renaissance Floral Design renaissancefloraldesign.com (Page 50) Hair & Makeup: Make Me Fabulous makemefabulous.com (Page 188) Invitations: PaperDolls of Saratoga paperdollsofsaratoga.com (Page 188) Photography: Clark + Walker clarkwalkerstudio.com (Page 11) Reception Site: Hall of Springs hallofsprings.com (page 79) Stationery & Welcome Bags: The Pink Orange thepinkorange.com (Page 189)
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It’s the little details that make all the difference, like this oversized sash by Miss Allaneous and unexpected tulle Y hem of this silk taffeta gown by Vineyard Collection. Vintage hat, earrings, and necklace; { 3} An antique store fedora is customized with a hairpiece of blue goose feathers and vintage rhinestone earrings to create a one-of-a-kind piece, designed by Lo Boheme; {4} Silk satin peeptoe pumps by Grazia shine with luxurious rhinestone brooches; { 5} Layers of sassy tulle at the hem make this Vineyard Collection gown chic enough for town or country; {6} Collect your own vintage vessels to fill with blooms, like we did with an antique toolbox.
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A little attitude goes a long way, as in this sexy-sweet French lace Melissa Sweet gown, adorned with a fetching bow. For a twist on “something old”, add vintage elements — like this cameo — to your wedding day jewelry. Necklace by J.Crew.
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{9} A chic hairpiece made of goose, ostrich, and stripped coque feathers is matched with vintage rhinestone earrings, designed by Lo Boheme; {10} Melissa Sweet’s flirty mini-length baby-doll frock has curbside appeal with embellished appliqué and a hemline that is short and sweet. A headband of hand-dyed velvet ribbon by Lo Boheme adds a dash of creative color. Vintage necklace.
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The most beautiful creations are made from the best materials, whether it’s the chrome and steel of a classic car or the layers of cotton and tulle in this strapless Claire Pettibone gown. Vintage earrings and necklace; {11} Adorned with an earring from the 1960’s, this vintage silk, organza, and cotton hairpiece evokes true American Beauty, designed by Lo Boheme; {12} Add unique style to simple footwear by embellishing them with accessories — we used sleek ribbon and vintage pearl earrings to give these kitten-heeled boots a punch of panache.
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A great car is never afraid to draw attention to itself. Crowned with a bold vintage hat, this country chic French stripe cotton lace and silk chiffon gown by The Cotton Bride is royally road-worthy. Bracelet by J.Crew.
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{14} The seductive combination of beading, lace, silk, and taffeta in this Renella De Fina gown was made for the open road, complemented with a headpiece of Russian veiling, ostrich feathers, and a vintage brooch, designed by Lo Boheme. Vintage bracelet and necklace; {15} Exquisite headpieces are finely tuned with feather and taffeta accents, designed by Lo Boheme.
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Drive with the top down in this impeccably tailored sweetheart bodice in silk taffeta and full French tulle skirt by J.Crew. A headband of pale pink and ivory petals, 1940’s French veiling accents, and a vintage pearl earring adds to the nostalgic appeal, designed by Lo Boheme. Vintage bracelet.
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{17} Flappers, dance parties, and of course the Model T: The Jazz Age had a mystique of its own, captured in the appliqué lace overlay of this modern gown by Cymbeline Paris. A headband by Lo Boheme of dupioni silk, horse hair, silk, organza, and a vintage brooch whispers of 1920’s chic. Vintage necklace; {18} Nestle blooms within vintage vessels — like our antique oil canister — to liven up traditional décor; {19} The feminine silhouette of this Claire Pettibone draped cotton sheath and Lo Boheme hairpiece wows with the confident grace of classic American icons. Vintage inspired shoes. Vintage earrings.
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{20} A Vintage-inspired Alencon lace shrug is a quick and clever way to switch any gown into high gear, designed by Miss Allaneous. {21} A simple shrug of fine Chantilly lace by Miss Allaneous complements a playfully pocketed J.Crew gown.
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tune in {23} Peonies burst from a vintage vessel in a rustic milk crate; {24} Crown yourself with a bridal tiara like one of these, designed by Polly Edwards; {25} The classic lettering of an antique oil can makes it a great holder for cream-colored flowers; {26} Old-time dash-
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“Chrysanthemum” by Claire Pettibone, from Kleinfeld {kleinfeldbridal.com}, "Camilla” Headpiece by Lo Boheme {loboheme.com}, Bracelet by J.Crew {jcrew.com}
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“Valentine” Shoe by Grazia {salonshoes.com} “Bee” by Melissa Sweet, from Something Bleu Bridal{somethingbleubridal.com}, Necklace by J.Crew {jcrew.com}, Vintage cameo “Elke” by Vineyard Collection, from Lily Saratoga {lilysaratoga.com}, “Lily” Bridal Headband by Lo Boheme {loboheme.com}, Vintage earrings “Chelsea” Hairpiece by Lo Boheme {loboheme.com} “Minnie” by Melissa Sweet, from Something Bleu Bridal{somethingbleubridal.com} “Angie” Bridal Headband by Lo Boheme {loboheme.com}, Vintage necklace “Anna” by Claire Pettibone, from Kleinfeld {kleinfeldbridal.com},“Josephine” Hair Flower by Lo Boheme {loboheme.com}, Vintage earrings and necklace
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{NO. 9} a homespun ring pillow is made even sweeter with the inclusion of a hand painted, solid chocolate ring atop berryinspired beads, baubles & ribbons, from promise me chocolate; {NO. 10} set atop vintage heels & accented with decorative
floral adornments, these elegantly detailed invitations start the celebration off on the right foot, designed by bella carta studio; {NO. 11} sumptuous hand-painted gems are almost as good as the real thing, from promise me chocolate; {NO. 12} hydrangea, blackberries, dusty miller & lamb’s ear are nestled within an antique colander alongside a spill of fresh blackberries, designed by stacy k floral.
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TAKE COMFORT in the warmth of summertime with delightful desserts in lavender tones, full of sweet nostalgia for lazy days.
vintage blackberries mixed with real sugared berries are the icing on the cake.
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{GOURMET GOODIES} a very-berry creation of rich vanilla cake is soaked with rum syrup & filled with rum-flavored whipped cream, fresh blackberries & thin layers of blackberry jam, all encased in a vibrant purple fondant & accented with flower & vine elements. vintage beads, feathers & baubles add a bit of flair.
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this playful palette put a new spin on summer romance with rich colors, unique details & bountiful blooms — here are some of our freshly picked, very berry professionals! the professionals bella carta studio (PAGE 140) designs distinctive wedding announcements and invitations by hand, always customized to suit each individual couple’s needs. Brandon Vick (Page 49) specializes in stylish, elegant, and beautiful wedding photography, perfectly capturing each special moment with his simple, laid-back approach. Gourmet Goodies (Page 89) is dedicated to providing couples with delectably scrumptious cakes that transform every client’s vision into reality. Promise Me Chocolate (Page 138) offers inspiring, unique, and utterly delicious chocolate favors that effortlessly exhibit the beauty of rare gemstones. Sassafras Flowers (Page 96) creates gorgeous florals in every taste and style imaginable, guaranteeing inspiring and beautiful décor.
585.244.1414 stacykfloral.com 151 Park Ave. {rear building} Rochester, NY
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nestled into a slate hill overlooking scenic keuka lake, heron hill winery is a premier wedding destination point. our winery is one of the most innovative and attractive wineries on the east coast, with world class wines, ambience and service that are second-to-none. hammondsport, ny | 800.441.4241 ext. 20 | heronhill.com
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Glen Sanders Mansion
Glen Sanders Mansion 1 Glen Avenue, Scotia
(518) 374-7262
a natural feel for the
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Memorable Weddings ...the way they should be. Mansion Catering
The location of your choice!
(518) 374-7262
your dream guides our hands. Whistlestop Florist whistlestop-florist.com 800.330.2236
photos: laure lillie photographie
Whether you are a lover or lunatic, poet or tycoon,
Mansion Catering photos by Elario Photography
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rich chocolate brown are offset by mercury glass vessels piled with mushrooms, fiddlehead ferns & assorted flowers to create a woodland wonderland, by tara pollio floral-event design; {NO. 5} resting on a stack of antique books, ordinary mushrooms are transformed into charming table numbers with simple green paint; {NO. 6} set against a background of reclaimed tin, a bouquet of natural elements evokes country simplicity, displayed on a tree trunk ripe with fresh mushrooms, by tara pollio floral-event design; {NO. 7} for another outdoorsy take on table numbers, lengths of wire are wrapped in moss & laid along a vintage can.
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{NO. 9} charming tea tins are adorned with inviting hand-stamped name tags & accented with natural objects, a clever way for favors to double as place cards, from serendipitea; {NO. 10} country-themed invitations are printed on 100% recycled paper, designed by the pink orange; {NO. 11} loose-leaf tea overflows from simple, elegant tins, from serendipitea; {NO. 12} a backdrop of reclaimed tin sets the tone for a bouquet of kiwi vine, snow drops, green tea roses, green kiwi hydrangea, white kale, white tulips, episcia & peperomia foliage & faux berries, designed by whistlestop florist.
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bring the serene beauty of the natural world into your ceremony with a combination of familiar green, brown & creamy white tones, reassembled in unexpected ways. david seaver
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Create a lasting impression... Delight your guests with beautifully handcrafted, delicious favors that reflect your personal style.
SerendipiTea uses all natural products at every stage of production. In addition to sourcing tea from organic and biodynamic gardens, all packaging is earth-friendly, using post-consumer recycled and biodegradable materials and water-based inks.
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This delightful palette was a winning combination of town & country, mixing natural elements & vintage finds — here are some of our wonderful woodland professionals! the professionals Grand Finales (Page 187) offers wedding cakes so extraordinary, they easily become the crowning moment of any wedding celebration. Kracke Photography (Page 25) is run by Julia and Kurtis Kracke, a couple who love to capture the important moments of weddings and special events, allowing the best parts of your day to be cherished forever. SerendipiTea (Page 151) is committed to providing the highest quality loose-leaf tea while striving to remain socially and environmentally responsible. The Pink Orange (Page 189) is one of the region’s best resources for unique, creative stationery, customized to every individual bride’s personal style. Whistlestop Florist (Page 142) uses only fresh flowers to create thoughtful and gorgeous floral designs, effortlessly elevating any casual event into a spirited and inspiring celebration.
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outoftheordinary.com 585.746.7210
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Welcome the summer season in style by falling in love with a color combination rich in preppy flair. Simple & sweet, these fresh hues in pink, peach & blue will evoke playful summer romances & kisses under the stars.
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{NO. 1} effervescent blossoms burst from a tabletop laden with vintage vessels, framed by a dramatic tablecloth. a festive letterpress save the date card practically buzzes with excitement, designed by cheree berry; {NO. 2} a colorful invitation beckons guests to a perfectly preppy celebration, designed by paperdolls of saratoga; {NO. 3} a furry friend models a clutch of pink & plaid ribbon against a backdrop of hot-pink bead board; {NO. 4} a tickled-pink bouquet is accented with a tumble of cheerful ribbon & rests against a distinctive blue goblet-like vessel, by tara pollio floral-event design; {NO. 5} a delicate
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{NO. 6} bright blue glass vessels are filled with pink tulips, hydrangea & carnations for a striking look that’s utterly chic, by fleurtacious designs; {NO. 7} kicking the party up a notch or two, a prim & pretty invitation rests on vintage pale-pink heels, designed by paperdolls of saratoga; {NO. 8} antique hydrangea nestled in vintage blue glass jars are a playful addition to pretty & punchy dècor, by fleurtacious designs. {NO. 9} set atop vintage linens & china, a cheerfully striped save the date,
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gerbera daisies peek out from a pretty combination of hydrangea, ‘sweet akito’ roses, pink tulips, carnations & spray roses, all accented with a spill of freshly colored ribbons for an effect that’s sophisticated yet playful, by fleurtacious designs.
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Tasteful tones of pink & blue are just the thing for sweet summers full of laughter & perfect sunny days.
taste tests confirm that thi s cake is as delicious as it looks! {Make Me a Cake…Next Door}
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set against a hot pink bead board backdrop, a three-tiered cake of flawless fondant is prettied up with some teardrop sugar accents.
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our unabashedly preppy palette of pink, peach & white with hints of blue ties the knot with a bow, perfect for any summer wedding celebration. here are some of our perfectly preppy professionals!
518.439.4040 cakesnextdoor.com
you dream it up... we’ll make it happen!
the professionals Fleurtacious De signs (Page 154) consistently provides brides with thoughtful floral designs that are elegant, creative, and brilliantly put together. Joe Elario Photography (Page 33) upholds a reputation in th e regio n fo r e xceptio nally skilled wed din g ph otography, documenting every extraordinary event to last a lifetime. M a k e M e a C a k e … N e x t D o o r (Pag e 1 6 3) cr e at e s impeccably crafted cakes that are true works of art. Available in every style imaginable, their amazing cakes taste just as amazing as they look.
we believe in simple, timeless designs combined with quality baking
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Casey Connell Photography
Pa perDolls of Sar atoga (Page 188) is one of the area’s best resources for brides seeking unique and chic invitations and stationery to fit their personal style.
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Enjoy our charming Adirondack lodge, magnificent views of Lake George and the Vermont Mountains and our beautifully landscaped garden areas. You will enjoy our creative, farm–to–table menu and professional service during your event.
Weddings | rehearsal dinners | day after brunch | overnight stays Lake George, NY | 518.668.3000 | topoftheworldgolfresort.com
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an adirondack wedding in a breathtaking location...
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No bridal ensemble is complete without the perfect bouquet — a little sweet, a little sassy & a lot extraordinary. Freshly picked for perfection, it’s a small thing that has a big part to play in your love story. No.
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{NO. 1 Rena’s Fine Flowers} a dramatic combination of lisianthus, chocolate cosmos, baby green hydrangea, ruscus, freesia, clematis, light purple roses & brunia is bold & beautiful; {NO. 2 Elderberry Flowers} roses, spray roses, mini gerberas, zinnias, ranunculus, alium & asclepias combine to create a bright, playful bouquet; {NO. 3 Fleurtacious Designs} yellow
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{NO. 8 Renaissance Floral Design} bright bouquets of dahlias, gerber daisies, zinnias, roses, anemones & lisianthus are eye-catching and fun; {NO. 9 Heavenscent Floral Art} yellow billy balls are a colorful addition to a mix of lisianthus, dahlias, crespedia, anemones, millet, bachelor buttons & cedar; {NO. 10 Stacy K Floral}
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scabiosa, stock, dusty miller, anemones, hot-pink princess roses & blue thistle; {NO. 11 Backyard Garden Florist} hand-wired phalaenopsis orchid blossoms & gardenias are tucked in with israeli ruscus.
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Picture-perfect bouquets often incorporate a dash of the unexpected. This bold beauty combines kale, thistle, ‘Pincushion’ protea, ‘Schwartzwalder’ calla lilies, Mokara orchids, billy balls, black magic roses, millet, acorn branches & peacock feathers, designed by Flower Power Décor.
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Fondant, buttercream, sugar flowers & gum paste — simple ingredients that add up to something extraordinary. But no matter how each one of these decadent desserts is created, they’re all made in good taste.
{NO. 1 Make Me a Cake…Next Door} tumbling down a cake of flawless fondant, simple sugar daisies add an element of sophisticated fun to a delightful dessert; {NO. 2 Sincredible Pastries} a burst of sugar flowers spills over the top of a pretty pink cake; {NO. 3 Make Me a Cake … Next Door} a unique sugar tree proudly crowns a colorful cake; {NO. 4} a single, ornate sugar flower adds a note of fascination to an otherwise simple cake of white fondant; {NO. 5 Gingersnap Bakery} striking layers of sugar leaves & orange sugar flowers enliven this creation; {NO. 6 Pascale Cafe & Bakehouse} delicate orange buds add a wistful, romantic touch to a four-tiered beauty; {NO. 7 Sincredible Pastries} pink sugar flowers spread their tendrils over square layers for an organic effect; {NO. 8 karyn lewis} a love bird cake topper is utterly cute.
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A Meeting Place Tired of driving all over the Capital District to meet your wedding vendors... Have them come to you at the centrally located Bridal Resource Center’s “Meeting Place” complete with conference table, big-screen LCD computer access and video media center. Please visit the store or call 518.464.4111 to reserve. High-Speed Internet Access Register to receive information directly from Capital District wedding services with one click of your mouse. Visit the websites of all your favorite wedding vendors using our own state-of-the-art internet kiosk or bring your own notebook computer and take advantage of our high-speed wi-fi access. Vendor Library View category-specific marketing materials such as photo albums, sample reception and rehearsal dinner menus, and limousine fleet information. Use the library’s 2nd media center to watch video demos or listen to music from bands and disc jockeys. See something you like, contact the vendors directly using out complementary telephone service. Wedding Workshops Cake tastings, champagne limousine rides, make-up demonstrations, complementary hair design days, registry parties, ‘meet the vendors’ get-togethers, engagement photo days, and much more!
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elegant attention to detail natural seamless flawless service driven well appointed
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elegant attention to detail natural seamless flawless service driven well appointed
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pristine white-sand beaches & luxurious amenities make this intimate Caribbean resort a perfect getaway for destination weddings & honeymoons.
destination victoria house resort - belize
Victoria House caters to couples looking for something exceptional, whether it be an unforgettable wedding ceremony, a rom a n t i c h o n e y m o o n g e t a w a y, o r a
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One of Central America’s best-kept secrets is the tiny, English-speaking country of Belize. Located a short distance south of Cancún, Mexico, on the Caribbean Sea, Beli ze is home to the Victoria House Resort, a place many consider to be one of the last of its kind for its Old World ch a r m. Up a nd dow n t he shor e s of Ambergris Caye, the largest of Belize’s isla nds, visitors ca n be seen wa lk ing along sparkling white-sand beaches and happily dozing in seaside hammocks under gently swaying palms. The resort’s serene, laid-back setting allows guests to kick back, relax, and unwind in true Caribbean fashion.
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Nestled away in the romantic Finger Lakes Region, our timeless garden estate is an elegant setting for your wedding story to unfold. The lush, natural landscape, classical architecture and themed gardens found throughout our expansive grounds will create an unforgettable ambience for your ceremony, photography and reception.
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victoria house resort - belize
the intimate atmosphere makes it the ideal place for a romantic wedding ceremony or honeymoon. with only 42 accommodations, the tropical oasis offers an unparalleled setting to celebrate your nuptials in style. Honeymooners can take part in an array of fun activities. Fishing, diving, and snorkeling are always available, as are more exotic options like helicopter tours over the island and indigenous bird-watching expeditions. Of course, for those more interested in relaxation, the resort will pamper you with one of its many luxurious spa services, such as a seaside massage or a facial. Victoria House has a number of luxurious accommodation packages available, specially tailored to specific interests. Some examples include the “Reef Romance Package” where snorkeling excursions and unlimited use of the resort's kayaks are arranged, or the “Jungle Package” in which some of the perks include a guided tour of the Natural History Center, horseback riding, and a sunset kayak cruise. Packages are offered in a wide range of options, guaranteeing each couple something that they will enjoy. Victoria House has three separate dining options, from casual to semiformal. The resort utilizes local ingredients whenever possible, including fresh seafood entrees, in their innovative, internationallyinspired dishes, all prepared with Belizean flair sure to please the palette. The splendor of the island’s cuisine does not stop at the resort’s grounds — the quaint village of San Pedro is just a short drive away and offers many restaurants, as well as great shopping and art galleries. With its luxurious accommodations, exciting activities, and exquisite food, all set against a stunning Caribbean backdrop, Victoria House Resort is an ideal destination for magnificent weddings and amazing honeymoons alike.
boasting the largest barrier reef in the western hemisphere, couples interested in snorkeling & diving are encouraged to explore the natural wonders of the caribbean sea. for more information visit: romantictravelbelize.com
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c ombi n at ion of t he t wo. T he re s or t of fer s a lu x u r iou s wedding package that includes everything from tropical floral arrangements and a wedding coordinator to the ceremony a nd even the weddi ng ca ke. Guests ca n choose from a va r iet y of accom mod at ions, a l l w it h ocea n v iews a nd some which lie amid lush tropical gardens. The resort has just forty two suites of different sizes, ensuring an exclusive atmosphere that sets it apart from larger, less intimate properties.
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Old World hospitality, natural lakefront beauty, & rich historic charm without sacrificing modern amenities, this New York resort hotel truly has it all.
destination otesaga resort - new york
Sprawling across more than 700 acres of pristine lakefront on the shores of Lake Otsego, the resort is a quiet oasis. The property boasts 135 luxurious rooms, as well as 20 sumptuous suites, and couples holding their wedding there have an array of fabulous options for their big day. Brides-and grooms-to-be can say their “I do’s” under a canopy of century-old oak trees before a sparkling lake backdrop. A wedding specialist is on-site to assist couples with everything from flowers and linens, to entertainment and cuisine. Menus can easily be customized
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Located in the majestically historic town of Cooperstown, New York, the Otesaga Resort Hotel is filled with the spirit of classic Americana, transporting you back to an era of gracious hospitality with all the comforts of a home away from home.
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From the timing of the hand passed hors d'oeuvres, to the uniquely crafted menus and spacious accommodations for your guests, the events team at the Rochester Marriott Hotels understands that every detail is important. Our certified wedding planners ensure that each one of these details is executed flawlessly and that this special day reflects the style and personality of each couple.
Ask about our exclusive event offer today!
DEL MONTE LODGE HOTEL & SPA
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destination
otesaga resort - new york
the otesaga resort upholds a rich tradition of old world hospitality coupled with modern amenities & luxurious accommodations that make it a true gem for couples seeking the ideal locale for their wedding. Guests can play a few holes on the award-winning golf course or enjoy croquet, fishing, and canoeing, as well as lake and pool swimming. Fishing and hunting guides are available to assist guests in expeditions on Lake Otsego, one of the finest deep water fisheries in Central New York. Jogging and biking trails are also available nearby, many of which lead guests through a beautiful nat ura l wooded la ndscape. For g uests look ing to simply r e l a x , t h e r e s o r t h a s a b r e at ht a k i n g l a k e s i d e ve r a n d a overlooking the eastern hillside, complete with rocking chairs — the perfect place to relax with a hot cup of tea and a novel. The quaint and slow-paced city of Cooperstown adds to the charm that the Otesaga has to offer. Resort guests can browse the town’s boutiques or visit a variety of museums, including the National Baseball Hall of Fame and The Farmers’ Museum, a dynamic living-history museum that recreates 19th century day-to-day life. The internationally acclaimed Glimmerglass Opera is also just a short drive away, well known for its fantastic and innovative productions. Family owned for over 100 years, the Otesaga Resort Hotel is the perfect location to pledge your undying love in a setting that is nothing short of extraordinary.
Sprawling across more than 700 acres of pristine lakefront of Lake Otsego, the otesaga is a quiet oasis, boasting 135 luxurious rooms & 20 sumptuous suites. it has repeatedly been honored with the coveted aaa four diamond award for providing exceptional service, comfortable & relaxing accommodations & an elegant atmosphere. for more information visit: otesaga.com
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by the property’s executive chef to meet each guest’s needs, and gorgeous wedding cakes can be provided, skillfully made on-site by the property’s executive pastry chef. Couples can rest assured knowing the resort will happily accommodate rehearsal dinners as well as post-wedding brunches, making it an ideal venue for weddings with a lot of out-of-town guests. For those seeking a destination wedding weekend, the Otesaga offers great recreation options.
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{no. 1} adirondack candle company’s mini-lite candles will bring back memories of your wedding for years to come with their subtle scent of mulberry. adirondackcandle.com; {no. 2} made with the extract of new york apples, the luxurious lather of farmer's markets' apple cider soap is a sweet indulgence for your skin. sunfeather.com; {no. 3} dog-lovers can treat themselves with lucky chocolates' bulldog treats. they’re hand-decorated & made with the finest ingredients. luckychocolates.com; {no. 4} doc’s draft
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Ambiance Home and Gift
ARTISANworks
Bella Weddings & Events
585.586.5820 ambiancehomeandgift.com
585.288.7170 artisanworks.com
585.943.0796 bellaweddingsite.com
Begin your new life together by selecting home décor pieces that reflect your extraordinary love. Offering elegant china and stemware, luxurious bedding and towels, interior design services, and many unique and striking home décor items, Ambiance is the region’s best resource for special touches that will instantly personalize your home.
Create timeless memories with the perfect wedding at ARTISANworks. Take your vows surrounded by dramatic sculptures and paintings. With exquisite cuisine by our fivestar chef and the expertise of a fullservice event team, ARTISANworks will ensure that your wedding is an unforgettable experience!
At Bella Weddings, we offer full service customized planning and photobooth rentals. Priding ourselves on our unique and personalized approach, we assist you in planning the wedding of your dreams! Rent a photobooth for your special day and receive the same customized personal service you would expect from a planner. Call us for a complimentary, no obligation consultation.
Events by Jen is a full-service wedding and event planning business that prides itself on producing events that are per fectly planned and coordinated. For over eight years, we have been helping clients create unique events that are everything they have wanted and envisioned. Various packages are available to fit any budget!
Grand Finales
Historic Barns of Nipmoose
Hotel Clarence
585.223.1117 grandfinalesdesserts.com
Madeline’s Catering
518.944.4414 nipmoosebarns.org
315.712.4000 hotelclarence.com
585.288.3020 madelinescatering.com
Simple, but elegant, to fun and funky, Grand Finales designs with you in mind. Our award winning cake flavors make your cake as delicious as it is beautiful. Sweets tables, groom’s cakes and shower cakes are also available. Call for a cake tasting appointment.
Perched on a knoll overlooking scenic farmlands of the Hudson River Valley, the Historic Barns of Nipmoose provide an idyllic setting for wedding receptions and ceremonies. These extraordinary barns are fully restored and stand ready to host celebrations of all sizes and styles, whether rustic, elegant, intimate or grand.
Hotel Clarence features revitalized architecture, contemporary American cuisine, and all the amenities one would expect from a four star hotel. This modern boutique hotel and its exceptional restaurant are a premier location for weddings. Offering an extraordinary venue with its grand archways and open floor plans, Hotel Clarence is prepared to create a celebration among the finest in the region.
Madeline’s Catering is a full-service caterer as well as the in-house chef at ARTISANworks. We are within a unique art-inspired venue which carries over into our menus. Madeline’s listens, learns and designs your vision with extraordinary personal service to create truly professional and unique events.
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Makeup Artistry by Robyn Fazio
The National Museum of Dance
PaperDolls of Saratoga
518.885.2929 makemefabulous.com
585.704.3669 robynfazio.com
518.584.2225 dancemuseum.org
518.583.4084 paperdollsofsaratoga.com
Alayne has been a wedding day, special event, and commercial makeup and hair stylist for over 18 years. With 13 trained, licensed, and insured artists on staff, Make Me Fabulous is more than equipped to satisfy any and all beauty needs. Available “at your doorstep” throughout the Saratoga Springs, Albany, Lake George, Adirondack, and Hudson Valley regions.
Do you want to look fresh, beautiful and LIKE YOURSELF on your wedding day? Robyn is a Certified Makeup Artist specializing in Airbrush Makeup. Airbrushing is essential for brides because of the flawless coverage and longevity it provides. Robyn works personally with each bride to assure that she will not only look, but feel beautiful as well!
Nestled at the foot of the Adirondack Mountains, the National Museum of Dance provides a magnificent setting, both distinctive and unforgettable, for your wedding. Regardless of what you envision for your special day, we offer the ideal environment. Our mission is to provide you with the experience of a lifetime.
From the moment you announce it to the world... to the final thank you, PaperDolls of Saratoga is your source for save the dates, invitations, menus, place cards, thank you notes, and more. Make an appointment or drop by to see our selection of fine papers, ribbons, and stationery products.
Shadow Lawn
Sooz Salon
The Statler Hotel
Asif Ali A Touch of Elegance Photography
Make Me Fabulous
Sh8des of Beauty
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We are committed to honoring and celebrating every shade of beauty. Our goal is to work with each individual’s personal style, enhance your naturally beautiful features and cater to you in ways that add value to your special occasion.
Situated at the crest of a waterfall, Shadow Lawn is romantic and picturesque. Its 18th-century stone house contributes a formal note, the 19th-century barn is elegant yet unpretentious, and the brook and manicured grounds provide a serene backdrop for the perfect occasion of all kinds.
585.271.2900 soozsalon.com
607.257.2500 statlerhotel.cornell.edu
Nothing can compare to the radiance of a blushing bride - our job is simply to enhance that beauty. Offering a vast array of hair possibilities for your wedding day, our expert staff captures the past with a modern twist and a chic flair, always providing each individual with a unique experience.
Nestled in the picturesque campus of Cornell University, The Statler Hotel is the perfect setting for your wedding. Whether you seek an intimate family affair or an uplifting celebration, our expert planners and caterers will assist you in creating the wedding you’ve always imagined.
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The Pink Orange
Pure Catering and Events
Rasa Spa
518.320.8417 thepinkorange.com
315.567.1481 purecateringevents.com
607.273.1740 rasaspa.com
What is your style? The Pink Orange is a couture invitation studio committed to designing invitations and wedding stationery to fit your style, your day, and you! From your save the dates to the final thank you, our vow is to make the design process fun and stress free!
Pure Catering and Events is a full service company with the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute events of any size for all occasions. Providing a wide range of products and services, Pure Catering is the preferred caterer at select venues in Cental New York and the Finger Lakes Wine Region.
At Rasa Spa we utilize therapeutic body and skin treatments, as well as exclusive all-natural and organic product lines to bring you back to a healthful, balanced way of being – the essence of yourself. Share time with friends in our beautiful Tranquility Room overlooking Cayuga Lake Inlet. Get in touch with your true essence at Rasa Spa in Ithaca, New York.
Be a guest at your next event! With over 22 years of catering excellence, Richie Rich Party Services adds a touch of magic to your wedding day. Offering world class service in event planning, catering, and valet parking, our expertise and experience will guarantee an unforgettable event.
Time Capsule Photobooth
The Topiary
Richie Rich Party Services
518.365.2867 timecapsulephotobooths.com Complementing the beauty and ambiance of any sophisticated wedding celebration, Time Capsule ups the ante on traditional photobooth rentals. Accommodating over seven people in its handicapped accessible design, the resulting photos are more than just snapshots, but unique and memorable keepsakes to last a lifetime.
Vittorio Tuxedo Shop
Wedding Planning Plus
585.586.3540 thetopiaryflorist.com
585.467.7711 vittoriotux.com
518.269.1243 weddingplanningplus.net
At The Topiary, Ann Clowe and her design team combine their artistic abilities with fresh, local, and seasonally grown flowers to create your vision. Each arrangement is unique and exquisitely romantic - creating the perfect finishing touches for your special day.
Vittorio Tux Shop, a family owned business , has b een outfit ting Rochester for over 43 years. They have earned a solid reputation for providing the best fitting and largest selection of quality name brand formal wear & accessories. Stop in or setup an appointment to see what looks best for you. Your formal event will be worry-free when your tuxedo comes from Vittorio!
Wedding Planning Plus is the Capital Region’s premiere wedding planning team, offering custom built packages in full and partial wedding planning, day-of wedding coordination, and all aspects of destination events. Whether your taste is classic, modern, traditional or unconventional, let us help you plan the wedding of your dreams.
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resources Accommodations The Inn On Broadway Rochester 585.232.3595 innonbroadway.com p. 55 The Lodges at Cresthaven & The Boathouse Lake George 877.722.8958 myboathousewedding.com p. 12 The Lodge on Echo Lake Warrensburg 518.623.5599 thelodgeonecholake.com p. 21 Rochester Marriott Airport Hotel Rochester 585.295.2809 rochestermarriottweddings.com p. 182 The Saratoga Hilton Saratoga Springs 518.693.1004 thesaratogahotel.com p. Inside Front Cover The Statler Hotel Ithaca 607.257.2500 statlerhotel.cornell.edu p. 188 Bar Service Max Rochester Rochester 585.697.0491 maxrochester.net p. 6 Richie Rich Party Services Rochester 585.355.4858 richierichcatering.com p. 189 Cakes Gourmet Goodies Victor 585.924.4515 gourmetgoodies.org p. 89 Grand Finales Fairport 585.223.1117 grandfinalesdesserts.com p. 187 Make Me A Cake...Next Door Delmar 518.439.4040 cakesnextdoor.com p. 163 Sincredible Pastries Groton 607.533.7051 sincrediblepastries.com p. 18 Sweet Nothings Saugerties 845.389.6500 sweetnothingsny.com p. 94 Catering All Occasions Catering Rochester 585.244.2870 rochestercaterer.com p. 152 The Artist’s Palate/Canvas Poughkeepsie 845.483.WINE theartistspalate.biz p. 126
The Inn On Broadway Rochester 585.232.3595 innonbroadway.com p. 55
The Sagamore Resort Bolton Landing 866.385.6221 thesagamore.com p. 3
Total Events Schenectady 877.789.EVENTS totaleventsmanagement.com p. 153
Rena’s Fine Flowers Saratoga Springs 518.584.3470 renasfineflowers.com p. 4
Kim Klopstock’s The Lily & The Rose Saratoga Springs 518.587.1953 lilyandtherose.com p. 13
Shadow Lawn High Falls 845.687.2302 shadowlawnny.com p. 188
Favors Incredibly Edible Cookie Company Penfield 585.455.9203
Renaissance Floral Design Albany 518.464.6002 renaissancefloraldesign.com p. 50
Victoria House Resort Ambergries Caye, Belize 215.469.2496 romantictravelbelize.com p. 176
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Rockcastle Florist Rochester 585.225.3640 rockcastleflorist.com p. 87
Longfellows Saratoga Springs 518.587.0108 longfellows.com p. 93 Madeline’s Catering Rochester 585.288.3020 madelinescatering.com p. 187
Entertainment Got 2 Groove Old Chatham 518.766.5940 got2groove.net p. 164
Mansion Catering Scotia 518.374.7262 onereputation.com p. 142
Music Man Entertainment Amsterdam 518.842.4065 musicentertainment.com p. 74
Max Rochester Rochester 585.697.0491 maxrochester.net p. 6
New York Players Entertainment Group Loudonville 877.866.BAND newyorkplayers.com p. 85
Nicole’s Special Events & Catering Albany 518.436.4952 nicolescatering.com p. 127 Positively Angelo Schenectady 518.374.7262 onereputation.com p. 175 Pure Catering & Events Auburn 315.567.1481 purecateringevents.com p. 189 Sweet Nothings Saugerties 845.389.6500 sweetnothingsny.com p. 94 Destination Weddings Brookwood Inn Pittsford 585.248.9000 thebrookwoodinn.com p. 26 Esperanza Mansion Bluff Point 866.927.4400 esperanzamansion.com p. 85 George Eastman House Rochester 585.271.3361 eastmanhouse.org p. 62 The Inn on the Lake Canandaigua 585.394.7800 theinnonthelake.com p. 22 The Lodges at Cresthaven & The Boathouse Lake George 877.722.8958 myboathousewedding.com p. 12
Event Rentals, Lighting & Linens Balloon Effects & High Wire Lighting International Rochester 585.442.0361 ballooneffects.com p. 125 Clifton Park Tent & Event Rental Clifton Park 518.877.7449 cliftonparkrental.com p. 29 Cresent Moon Farmington 585.657.1010 cremoon.com p. 180 Hank Parker’s Party & Tent Rental Rochester 585.586.0901 rentrightnow.com p. 37 McCarthy Tens & Events Rochester 585.321.1000 mccarthyevents.com p. 73 Rain or Shine Tent Company Saratoga Springs 518.587.8755 tentrent.com p. 15 Saratoga Photobooth Company Saratoga Springs 518.584.6473 saratogaphotobooth.com p. 89 Sperry Tents Statewide 888.825.7542 sperrytents.com p. 67 Table Toppers of Rochester Rochester 585.271.2470 tabletoppersofrochester.com p. 86
incrediblyediblecookiecompany.com
Parkleigh Rochester 800.333.0627 parkleigh.com p. 93 Promise Me Chocolate Oswego 315.559.0107 promisemechocolate.com p. 138 Saratoga Photobooth Company Saratoga Springs 518.584.6473 saratogaphotobooth.com p. 89 SerendipiTea Manhasset 888.832.5433 sarendipitea.com p. 151 Sincredible Pastries Groton 607.533.7051 sincrediblepastries.com p. 18 Floral Design Anthology Design Studio Schenectady 518.723.2020 anthologydesignstudio.com p. 174 Arena’s Florist Rochester 585.454.3720 arenasflorist.com p. 27 Ariella Chezar Design Saratoga Springs 413.528.3285 ariellaflowers.com p. 41 Backyard Garden Florist Fayetteville 800.466.0530 thebackyardgarden.com p. 79 Elderberry Flowers Woodstock 845.679.0271
elderberrydesignandflowers.com
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Fleurtacious Designs Rensselaer 518.283.7262 fleurtaciousdesigns.com p. 154 Flower Power Decor Rochester 585.201.1866 flowerpowerdecor.com p. 88 Heavenscent Floral Art Saratoga Springs 518.577.1108 heavenscentfloralart.com p. 95
Sassafras Flowers Rochester 585.473.9030 sassafrasflowers.com p. 96 Stacy K Floral Rochester 585.244.1414 stacykfloral.com p. 139 Surroundings Floral Schenectady 518.464.1382 surroundingsfloral.com p. 180 The Topiary Florist Pittsford 585.586.3540 thetopiaryflorist.com p. 189 Whistlestop Florist East Syracuse 800.330.2236 whistlestop-florist.com p. 142 Wisteria Flowers & Gifts Rochester 585.271.0610 wisteriaflowersandgifts.com p. 61
Makeup Artistry by Robin Fazio Rochester 585.704.3669 robynfazio.com p. 188 Sh8des of Beauty Webster 585.527.8111 sh8desofbeauty.com p. 188 Sooz Salon Rochester 585.271.2900 soozsalon.com p. 188 Invitations Bella Carta Studio Rochester 585.244.1510 bellacartastudio.com p. 140 Emily Post Institute 800.444.4090 mmiddleton.us p. 39 Paisley Tree Press Valatie 518.784.7737 paisleytreepress.com p. 80 PaperDolls of Saratoga Saratoga Springs 518.583.4084 paperdollsofsaratoga.com p. 188 The Pink Orange Ballston Spa 518.320.8417 thepinkorange.com p. 189 Terra Rosa Ithaca 607.257.7200 terra-rosa.com p. 49
Gowns & Formalwear Angela’s Bridal Albany 518.869.1848 angelasbridal.net p. 150
Jewelry Cornell’s Jewelers Rochester 585.264.0100 cornellsjewelers.com p. 127
Something Bleu Bridal Saratoga Springs 518.584.0962 somethingbleubridal.com p. 170
Frank Adams Jewelers Albany 518.435.0075 frankadams.com p. Back Cover
Tuxego Latham 518.783.0260 tuxego.com p. 153
Mann’s Jewelers Rochester 800.828.6234 mannsjewelers.com p. 2
Vineyard Vines Statewide 800.892.4982 vineyardvines.com p. 31
Perrywinkle’s Fine Jewelry Plattsburgh 888.946.5531 perrywinkles.com p. 16
Vittorio Tuxedo Shop Rochester 585.467.7711 vittoriotux.com p. 189
Photobooth Bella Weddings & Events Rochester 585.943.0796 bellaweddingsite.com p. 187
Hair & Makeup Make Me Fabulous Ballston Spa 518.885.2929 makemefabulous.com p. 188
Saratoga Photobooth Company Saratoga Springs 518.584.6473 saratogaphotobooth.com p. 89
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Time Capsule Photobooth Waterford 518.365.2867 timecapsulephotobooths.com p. 189
Joe Elario Photography Albany 518.438.0989 joeelariophotography.com p. 33
The Inn At Erlowest Lake George 518.668.5928 theinnaterlowest.com p. 162
Whiteface Club & Resort Lake Placid 518.523.2551 whitefaceclubresort.com p. 86
Photography Alice G. Patterson Photography Baldwinsville 315.638.2889 agpphoto.com p. 154
Kracke Photography Rochester 585.461.3890 krackephotography.com p. 25
The Inn On Broadway Rochester 585.232.3595 innonbroadway.com p. 55
Woodcliff Hotel & Spa Fairport 585.248.4800 woodcliffhotelspa.com p. 26
Mary Corcoran Photography Pittsford 585.383.9190 marycorcoran.com p. 170
The Lodges at Cresthaven & The Boathouse Lake George 877.722.8958 myboathousewedding.com p. 12
Rehearsal Dinners The Inn On Broadway Rochester 585.232.3595 innonbroadway.com p. 55
Andrea Casey Photography Saratoga Springs 518.698.9986 andreacaseyphotography.com p. 5 Brandon Vick Weddings Rochester 585.303.9926 brandonvick.com p. 49 Cappy Hotchkiss Photography Beacon 917.741.2730 cappyhotchkiss.com p. 17 Casey Connell Photography Troy 518.272.4645 caseyconnellphotography.com p. 174 Chesler Photography Canandaigua 585.393.9242 cheslerphoto.com p. 150 Chrissy Albright Photography Oneida 607.220.8435 chrissyalbright.com p. 88 Clark+Walker Studio Troy 866.559.6437 clarkwalkerstudio.com p. 11 Danielle Zielinski Photography Rochester 585.352.8864 daniellezielinski.com p. 184 Emma Dodge Hanson Photography Saratoga Springs 518.587.4282 emmadodgehanson.com p. 9 Gallery 9 North Warrensburg 518.248.7217 gallery9north.com p. 94 Glow Weddings by EIEIO Photography Rochester 585.489.3551 glowweddings.us p. 80 Heather Bohm-Tallman Photography Saratoga Springs 978.500.2301 hbtphoto.com p. 138 Heidi Benjamin Photography Cohoes 518.573.0924 heidibenjamin.com p. 162
Natalie Sinisgalli Photography Rochester 585.203.1292 p. 182
The Lodge at Welch Allyn Skaneateles Falls 315.291.3723 thelodge.welchallyn.com p. 35
PJN Photography, LLC Argyle 518.683.1701 pjnphotography.com p. 186
The Lodge on Echo Lake Warrensburg 518.623.5599 thelodgeonecholake.com p. 21
Scott Kretschmann Photography Troy 518.285.0051 scottkretschmann.com p. 68
Longfellows Saratoga Springs 518.587.0108 longfellows.com p. 93
nataliesinisgalliphotography.com
Tom Mike Photographer Hammondsport 607.292.6686 tommikephotographer.com p. 141 Volkmann-Studio Hudson 518.828.2512 volkmann-studio.com p. 19 Reception Sites ARTISANworks Rochester 585.288.7170 artisanworks.com p. 187 Brookwood Inn Pittsford 585.248.9000 thebrookwoodinn.com p. 26 Genesee Grande Hotel Syracuse 315.476.4212 geneseegrande.com p. 8 The Glen Sanders Mansion Scotia 518.374.7262 onereputation.com p. 142 Hall of Springs Saratoga Springs 518.583.3003 onereputation.com p. 79 Historic Barns of Nipmoose Buskirk 518.944.4414 nipmoosebarns.org p. 187 Hotel Clarence Seneca Falls 315.712.4000 hotelclarence.com p. 187
Max Rochester Rochester 585.697.0491 maxrochester.net p. 6 Memorial Art Gallery Rochester 585.276.8950 mag.rochester.edu p. 7 Mirbeau Inn & Spa Skaneateles 315.685.5006 mirbeau.com p. 96 National Museum of Dance Saratoga Springs 518.584.2225 dancemuseum.org p. 188 The Sagamore Resort Bolton Landing 866.385.6221 thesagamore.com p. 3 The Saratoga Hilton Saratoga Springs 518.693.1004 thesaratogahotel.com p. Inside Front Cover Saratoga National Golf Club Saratoga Springs 518.583.4653 onereputation.com p. 79 Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion Canandaigua 585.394.4922 sonnenberg.org p. 178 Top of the World Golf Resort Lake George 518.668.3000 topoftheworldgolfresort.com p. 164
The Lodges at Cresthaven & The Boathouse Lake George 877.722.8958 myboathousewedding.com p. 12 Related Services Emily Post Institute 800.444.4090 mmiddleton.us p. 39 Spa services Rasa Spa Ithaca 607.723.1740 rasaspa.com p. 189 Woodcliff Hotel & Spa Fairport 585.248.4800 woodcliffhotelspa.com p. 26 Transportation Richie Rich Party Services Rochester 585.355.4858 richierichcatering.com p. 189 Travel & Honeymoon Romantic Travel Association of Belize Statewide 215.469.2496 romantictravelbelize.com p. 95 Van Zile Travel Rochester 585.244.8300 vanzile.com p. 178 Videography Bigler Productions Saratoga Springs 518.290.0816 biglerproductions.com p. 87 Clark+Walker Studio Troy 866.559.6437 clarkwalkerstudio.com p. 11 Vineyards Heron Hill Winery Hammondsport 800.441.4241 heronhill.com p. 141
Wedding Coordination Bridal Resource Center Loudonville 518.464.4111 albanyweddings.com p. 175 Deborah DePasquale Designs Clifton Park 518.944.8951 deborahdepasqualedesigns.com
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Destination Bride with Lisa Light Chatham 518.392.7766 destinationbride.com p. 56 Events by Jen Penfield 585.370.6300 eventsbyjen.com p. 187 Katie O’ Weddings & Events Latham 518.275.6813 katieoevents.com p. 74 Limedrop Events Rochester 585.415.1164 limedropevents.com p. 128 New York Wedding Boutique Latham 518.320.8417 nyweddingboutique.com p. 186 Northwoods Events Lake Placid 518.523.1418 partyevents.com p. 140 Out of the Ordinary Special Events Rochester 585.746.7210 outoftheordinary.com p. 152 Simply Beautiful Events Rochester 585.506.9274 simplybeautifulevents.com p. 44 Terra Rosa Ithaca 607.257.7200 terra-rosa.com p. 49 Wedding Planning Plus Albany 518.269.1243 weddingplanningplus.net p. 189 Wedding Design Destination Bride with Lisa Light Chatham 518.392.7766 destinationbride.com p. 56 Limedrop Events Rochester 585.415.1164 limedropevents.com p. 128
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New York Wedding Boutique Latham 518.320.8417 nyweddingboutique.com p. 186 Simply Beautiful Events Rochester 585.506.9274 simplybeautifulevents.com p. 44 Wedding Registry & Gifts Ambiance Home & Gift Rochester 585.586.5820 ambiancehomeandgift.com p. 187 Parkleigh Rochester 800.333.0627 parkleigh.com p. 93 Simon Pearce Statewide 800.774.5277 simonpearce.com p. Inside Back Cover Williams-Sonoma Statewide 800.541.0015 williams-sonoma.com p. 23
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