Image Courtesy of Fusion Productions

Planning & Inspiration

Interview with Marcus Mordachini of Fusion Productions

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From ceremonial structures, centerpieces, and linens to entertainment and cuisine, there are so many aspects that go into planning a beautiful wedding. All of these features are lost without amazing lighting. Lighting can be used to completely transform the look and feel of a venue, creating a breathtaking setting where memories that last a lifetime are made.

 

Image Courtesy of Fusion Productions

Image Courtesy of Fusion Productions

 

Marcus Mordachini founded his company, Fusion Productions, in 1997. For the past 20 years, he has been making couples’ wedding wishes come true through innovative techniques in lighting and event design. We had the pleasure of talking with Marcus about how he got started in the industry, what it is like to work in New York City’s top wedding venues, and the latest trends and technologies couples are using to illuminate their special day.
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Ruchi and Chirag Wedding - Sweetheart Table - Gustavinos -Photography by Sheheryar Shahid

Planning & Inspiration

Gorgeous Wedding Decor Ideas For Your Sweetheart Table

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Ruchi and Chirag Wedding - Sweetheart Table - Gustavinos -Photography by Sheheryar Shahid

Ruchi and Chirag Wedding – Sweetheart Table – Gustavinos -Photography by Sheheryar Shahid

 

The vows have been exchanged and now it’s time for the newlyweds enjoy the celebrations at their exclusive table for two. These days, more and more couples are opting to have a sweetheart table set up during the reception. Not only providing a romantic space to relax after an exciting, but admittedly busy day, the sweetheart table also serves as a unique decor feature where you can get really creative with flowers, linens, and furniture. From simple elegance to high impact glamor, here are gorgeous sweetheart table decor ideas that will make your wedding memories all the more special!
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Sophia & Sam Wedding - Bride and Groom Portrait - Tribeca 360 NYC - by Shira Weinberger

Weddings

Sophia & Sam: Understated Glamour at Tribeca 360

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We are excited to introduce Sophia, Bride & Blossom’s featured bride for April! Sophia and Samuel said “I do” on a beautiful September day in a gorgeous ceremony and reception at Tribeca 360. Here is the first chapter of their wedding story.

 

Sophia & Sam Wedding - Bride and Groom Portrait - Tribeca 360 NYC - by Shira Weinberger

Sophia & Sam Wedding – Bride and Groom Portrait – Tribeca 360 NYC – by Shira Weinberger

 

Sophia was enjoying drinks with friends on a Thursday evening. After catching up over a few rounds, she stepped away from the group to sit down and check the time on her phone. Her concern about the late hour and going to work in the morning must have been apparent because just seconds later a complete stranger approached and said, “Hey there! Why do you look so bored?” After introducing himself as Sam, he offered to buy Sophia a drink and introduce her to his friends. Once they got to the table, Sophia turned to Sam laughing and said, “Actually… these are all MY friends!”
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Canopy of Blooms at Gramercy Hotel

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Mairin & Seo’s evening wedding on the rooftop of the Gramercy Park Hotel exuded elegance and class. They married in front of a romantic and lush flower wall and dined and danced under a canopy of white blooms.

 

Vendors

 

Venue: Gramercy Park Hotel

Photographer: Stak Studios

Bride’s Gown: Ines di Santo

Cake: Ron Ben Israel

Catering: Union Square Events

Music: Art Strings & DJ Gary Stewart

Invitations: Paper Finger

Hair & Makeup: Michael Lucero

Dance Floor: Tower Productions

Flowers Donated to: Repeat Roses

Entertainment: The Haiku Guys

Geometric Glamour at the Green Building

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Ashley and Tiffany’s Brooklyn wedding at the Green Building featured geometric elements softened by a pastel palette. Their love was felt by the whole room as they tied the knot under a gorgeous suspended floral chandelier!

 

 

Ashley and Tiffany were amazing clients to work with! Tiffany had a very specific vision for her wedding decor, and carried elements throughout the whole affair that brought a beautiful softness to Brooklyn’s Green Building. The former brass foundry was built in 1889 and then converted into an event venue. Tiffany recalls how she and Rachel planned the florals for the space. “The venue is very rustic and I knew softening the floral color would bring a romantic feel to the space. I wanted the colors to be soft, however I left everything up to the creative direction of Rachel and her team as far as type of flowers would be used.”

 

Guests were treated to a stunning suspended floral chandelier under which Ashley and Tiffany exchanged vows. The rounded chandelier was created using lush and voluminous hydrangea for the base, several varieties of white, cream, blush and pink roses, pink carnations, cafe au lait dahlias and greenery.

 

Tiffany and Ashley carried geometric shapes throughout several of the wedding details to bring cohesion to the decor. It started with a gorgeous geometric invitation by Amanda Day Rose. Interlocking triangles and squares were repeated on table numbers, menus, signage, the wedding cake. For the tablescape, we designed a mixture of pastel toned cafe au lait dahlias, ranunculus, garden roses and Phalaenopsis orchids in terrarium and square glass vases that created a rustic feel across their long tables.

 

Tiffany recalls that her favorite moment of the night was actually after the wedding! Close family and friends of the brides went on a spontaneous karaoke outing. “Singing in our wedding attire was a perfect end to the night!”

Vendors

Venue: The Green Building
Photographer: Amber Gress Photography
Cake: Nine Cakes 
Dress: Jean Ralph Thurin
Tuxedo: Indochino
Shoes: Bagdley Mischka & Zara
Bridesmaids’ Dresses: David’s Bridal
Groomsmens’ Tuxedos: ASOS
Lighting: Universal Light & Sound
Favors: Bride’s Mom
Rings: Blue Nile Diamond
Makeup: Kleur Moi
Hair: Tiarra Monet
Music: DJ Peter Parker
Invitations: Amanda Day Rose & Sincerely Amy
Place Cards + Table Cards: Lauren Heim Studio
Officiant: Reverend Deborah Roth

Lauren Bohl White - courtesy of A White Cake

Planning & Inspiration

Interview with Lauren Bohl White of A White Cake

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Lauren Bohl White - courtesy of A White Cake

Lauren Bohl White – courtesy of A White Cake

 

Finding your dream job is not always a linear path. Getting there is a journey full of experiences that can act as stepping-stones toward realizing what you are truly meant to do. Just ask Lauren Bohl White of A White Cake. As one of New York City’s most sought after wedding cake designers, Lauren creates magnificent desserts for couples to enjoy on their special day. Just one look at Lauren’s jaw-dropping creations and it’s hard to imagine her doing anything that doesn’t involve baking stunning cakes and sweets!

We’ve had the pleasure of working together with Lauren on many weddings. So we were especially excited when she agreed to be interviewed for Bride & Blossom’s Women Paving the Aisle series. To our surprise, we learned that Lauren had a career as an interior designer before starting her business. Here, she talks about her decision to go back to culinary school, what goes into to making her dazzling floral adorned wedding cakes, and how she stays creatively inspired.
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