6 Amazing Venues For An Outdoor Garden Wedding In NYC

Jennifer & Sean Wedding – Bride Groom – Brooklyn Botanic Garden – by Andrew Henderson

One of the best things about getting married in New York City is all of the amazing venue options that are available. As spring comes to full bloom, couples take advantage of the warm weather, sun-kissed blue skies, and natural backdrops and move their weddings outdoors. Peppered throughout the five boroughs are breathtaking gardens perfect for saying “I Do.” From lush, majestic grounds to intimate, flower-filled gems, here’s where to have a garden wedding in New York City.

New York Botanical Garden (2900 Southern Boulevard)
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Allie & Jake Wedding - High Centerpiece - Tribeca Rooftop - by Sarma Co. Photography

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10 Stunning Wedding Flower Décor Ideas With Cherry Blossoms

by Kate Murphy

Jessica & Sean Wedding – High Centerpiece – Cherry Blossom Hygrangea Tibet Rose Mini Calla – Maritime Parc NJ – Photography By Daniel Moyer

No other flower symbolizes spring like the cherry blossom. Revered for hundreds of years in Japan where it is the national flower, it represents the beauty and fragility of life. Its lifespan is very short – the blossoms start to fall around two weeks after peaking. Definitely not your everyday flower, the cherry blossom is marked by a delicate and exotic character that captivates the eye, heart, and mind.

We always get excited when couples come to us looking to incorporate cherry blossoms in to their special day. Ranging in colors from white to dark pink, their blooming branches add dramatic height to any spring weddingscape. From centerpieces to bouquets to dessert, here are ten stunning wedding flower décor ideas with cherry blossoms.
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Rashna & Sean Wedding - High Centerpiece - Bronx Zoo - Dideo Films Photography

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Rashna & Sean Celebrate Saying “I Do” With A Magical, Jewel Tone Reception

by Kate Murphy

Rashna & Sean Wedding – High Centerpiece – Bronx Zoo – Dideo Films Photography

One of main reasons Rashna & Sean chose to get married at the Bronx Zoo was because it offered new and exciting experiences through out the course of their wedding. After an unforgettable ceremony, guests gathered in the Madagascar Exhibition for the first of many toasts to the newlyweds. Then it was off to Schiff Hall for a night of celebration.

Rashna & Sean Wedding – Schiff Hall Lion Statue – Bronx Zoo – Dideo Films Photography

Part 4: Reception, Centerpieces, and Sweetheart Table
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pampas grass wedding arch - via bridesmagazine.co.uk

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Gorgeous Wedding Decor Ideas With Pampas Grass

by Kate Murphy

pampas grass wedding arch – via bridesmagazine.co.uk

Ever since Mandy Moore’s wedding last year, we’ve been obsessed with the pampas grass wedding trend. Soft, natural, and available in colors ranging from white to whispery pink, it can be worked in to just about every decor element. For her private backyard ceremony, Mandy Moore used pampas grass to capture a feminine boho vibe. But it can be used to express a variety of wedding styles ranging from whimsical to sophisticated. Thinking of incorporating pampas grass in to your big day celebrations? We’ve got you covered!

Wedding Backdrop

Pampas grass brings luxurious volume and texture to the wedding backdrop, creating a scene guests will be talking about long after the vows are exchanged. Go wild with a rich and sprawling aisle and archway in a neutral palette. A circular arch of soft pink and beige stems combined with lush greenery and blossoms radiates heavenly romance. White pampas grass, blooms, and greenery arranged on a geometric backdrop is the perfect marriage of bohemian and modern styles.
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Hilary & Brad Wedding - Bride & Groom - Ceremony - Plaza Hotel - Hechler Photographers

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Hilary & Brad say “I Do” In A Breathtaking Pink and White Ceremony At The Plaza Hotel

by Kate Murphy

Hilary & Brad Wedding – Bride & Groom – Ceremony – Plaza Hotel – Hechler Photographers

Making high glamour work in a classic New York venue like the Plaza Hotel can be hard to pull off. You want to incorporate eye-catching elements without going over the top. Using her experience as an event planner, BB Featured Bride Hilary did just that. “I tried to bring in bright pinks in such a way so they popped just enough to not be shocking.”

Hilary & Brad Wedding – Ceremony Aisle – Plaza Hotel – Hechler Photographers

Part 3: Ceremony and Chuppah
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Hilary & Brad Wedding - Bride Bouquet Chuppah - Plaza Hotel - Hechler Photographers

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BB Featured Bride Hilary On Her Stunning Rivini Wedding Dress

by Kate Murphy

Hilary & Brad Wedding – Bride Bouquet Chuppah – Plaza Hotel – Hechler Photographers

Hilary made clear her plans for a lavish New York wedding right from the very start. Such an occasion calls for a remarkable dress. “Everyone tried to convince me to wear a ball gown since I was going to be a princess at The Plaza. But I knew that wasn’t me. I am much more one to show off my girlish figure,” she says with a laugh. Here, Hilary talks about her gorgeous Rivini wedding dress and bridal personals.

Part 2: Wedding Dress & Personals

“I always envisioned trying on a dress and just knowing – that is exactly what happened!” recalls Hilary. Finding ‘the one’ took some time though. Hilary had already made a few visits to the bridal salon prior to meeting her mom and sister there one afternoon. “I knew that I needed to have them with me, to see it and fall in love too. When I walked out of the dressing room in the Rivini gown, we all just knew.”
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