Ashley & Joe Wedding - Centerpiece - Wave Hill - Heather Waraksa Photography

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Ashley & Joe Celebrate With An Unforgettable White & Green Reception

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Ashley & Joe Wedding - Centerpiece - Wave Hill - Heather Waraksa Photography

Ashley & Joe Wedding – Centerpiece – Wave Hill – Heather Waraksa Photography

 

From start to finish, a wedding at Wave Hill unfolds into a surprising experience at every turn. After making it official, Ashley and Joe joined guests for cocktail hour to enjoy hors d’oeuvres and kick off a first round of toasts. Then everyone headed to Wave Hill House to enjoy a beautiful and joyous evening of celebrations. Here, Featured Bride Ashley shares the final chapter in her Real BB Wedding story.

 

Ashley & Joe Wedding - Appetizers - Wave Hill - Heather Waraksa Photography

Ashley & Joe Wedding – Appetizers – Wave Hill – Heather Waraksa Photography


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Ashley & Joe Wedding - Ceremony - Wave Hill - Heather Waraksa Photography

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Ashley & Joe Say “I Do” In A Lush Garden Ceremony

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Ashley & Joe Wedding - Ceremony - Wave Hill - Heather Waraksa Photography

Ashley & Joe Wedding – Ceremony – Wave Hill – Heather Waraksa Photography

 

An open garden wedding is hard to come by in New York City, but not entirely out of the realm of possibility. “Wave Hill was just perfect,” recalls Bride & Blossom Featured Bride Ashley. “The gardens, the views of the Hudson River, the history of the property… it was all just perfect and very representative of us.” Here, Ashley shares all the meaningful details about her picturesque outdoor ceremony.

Part 3: Ceremony

A breathtaking scene awaited guests as they took their seats for Ashley and Joe’s wedding. The ceremony was set to take place at the Pergola on the Great Lawn, which over looks the Hudson River. Though the afternoon was overcast, the atmospheric grey skies seemed to only highlight Wave Hill’s lush, natural setting.
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Rashna & Sean Wedding - Bride and Groom Ceremony - Bronx Zoo - Dideo Films Photography

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Rashna & Sean Exchange Vows In An Enchanted Ceremony At The Bronx Zoo

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Rashna & Sean Wedding - Bride and Groom Ceremony - Bronx Zoo - Dideo Films Photography

Rashna & Sean Wedding – Bride and Groom Ceremony – Bronx Zoo – Dideo Films Photography

 

The Indian wedding ceremony is marked by numerous customs and elements with the mandap being the focus. Featured bride Rashna says, “The ceremony is where my culture was really put on display.” She took full advantage of the Bronx Zoo’s unique architectural features to create a captivating atmosphere that expressed her and Sean’s modern sentiment for tradition.

Part 3: Ceremony & Mandap

A remarkable scene awaited guests as they gathered into the Keith W. Johnson Zoo Center. While the building is used for scientific study and exhibition, it has a dramatic and spiritual feel. Rashna remarks, “The space is so beautiful and features a soaring dome with arches and niches. It really added an amazing affect to everything.”
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Jean & Bryan Wedding - Bride & Groom - Bronx Post Office by Karen Wise

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Jean & Bryan Celebrate Saying “I Do” With A Romantic, Fun-filled Reception

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Jean & Bryan Wedding - Bride & Groom - Bronx Post Office by Karen Wise

Jean & Bryan Wedding – Bride & Groom – Bronx Post Office by Karen Wise

 

After Jean and Bryan exchanged vows, guests gathered in the iconic lobby of the Bronx Post Office for cocktail hour. Everyone enjoyed drinks and hors d’oeuvres amidst the backdrop of the famous murals by artist Ben Shaun. Once the newlyweds made their happy entrance, celebrations really got underway.

Part 4: Reception, Heat Table, and Centerpieces

As everyone entered the reception area, an atmospheric evening light had just started filtering through the venue to beautiful effect. Jean and Bryan along with thirty guests took their seats at the head table where they were welcomed by a magnificent floral display evoking a mood of enchanted romance. A gorgeous mix curly willow, blush cherry blossoms, white hydrangeas, roses, snapdragons, delphiniums, burgundy scabiosas, brunia berries, and greenery were arranged on tall metal stands. Accented by teardrop-shaped glass bubbled, the blooms gave the impression of a floral chandelier hanging above the tablescape. Complementing petite floral arrangements brought an intimate feel to the dining space.
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Jean & Bryan - Wedding Ceremony - Bronx Post Office - by Karen Wise

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Jean & Bryan Say “I do” In A Beautiful, Heartfelt Ceremony

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Jean & Bryan - Wedding Ceremony - Bronx Post Office - by Karen Wise

Jean & Bryan – Wedding Ceremony – Bronx Post Office – by Karen Wise

 

It was just days before their wedding at the Bronx Post Office and Jean and Bryan still didn’t know how the space was going to look. Uncertainty wasn’t with the décor – they had all those boxes checked. It had to do with the fact that through out the planning and design process, the couple was continually working against the day-to-day changes that the space was undergoing in the midst of construction.

Jean and Bryan alleviated many of their anxieties by making sentiment and tradition ever present themes through out the day. And once the bride and her father took to the aisle, it was clear to everyone that the couple’s wedding vision had been realized, and ultimately exceeded all expectations.
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Kate & Chase Wedding - Wedding Arch - Mansion at Natirar - by Sally Pinera

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Featured Bride Kate On Her Gorgeous Wedding Arch

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Kate & Chase Wedding - Wedding Arch - Mansion at Natirar - by Sally Pinera

Kate & Chase Wedding – Wedding Arch – Mansion at Natirar – by Sally Pinera

 

We love when our brides find ways to incorporate their passions into the wedding day celebration. Music is a very important part of Kate’s life. Her relationship with Chase deepened over their admiration for music. If their wedding were to be an authentic expression of their love for each other, music would have to be involved. This week, we talk with Kate about how combining floral decor with musical elements worked to create a wedding ceremony that exceeded all expectations.

Part 3: Ceremony, Floral Arch, and Song
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