I just love the story of Ashley and Michael’s engagement. Ashley was one of those girls that never wanted to get married, but for three years in a row, at midnight on New Year’s Eve, Michael took her underneath the Brooklyn Bridge and proposed. Third time was the charm, because Ashley accepted!
We started the day with Ashley, her mother, and her bridesmaids at the fabulous New York Palace Hotel. Their room was gorgeous, with an unbeatable view. We later headed to Linden Terrace in Fort Tryon park,
where the ceremony took place under clearing skies (the rain decided to stay away!).
It was a very special ceremony, with great friend Bobby serving as their officiant. The lovely lilacs used throughout were brought by Ashley’s mother all the way from North Carolina. The couple even took in some
parts of the Orthodox tradition by having crowns of lilacs held over their heads as symbols of their new status, King and Queen of their new family.
The reception followed at the New Leaf Bar & Restaurant. Guests danced the night away, and the photo booth provided by NY Photobooth brought out the kid in everyone.
I want to thank Ashley and Michael for allowing me to take part in their special day. I also want to congratulate them both on an upcoming addition to their family – Ashley and Michael are expecting their first baby!
Flowers: Vanessa Burns Eckstein / Cake and Cupcakes: Ovenly / Music: PopShop / Wedding Coordinator: The Boutique Group / Venue and Catering: New Leaf Bar and Restaurant / Photobooth: NY Photobooth / Wedding Dress: Michelle Rahn from Gabriella Bridal Salon NYC/ Bridesmaid Dresses: J.Crew / Hair and Makeup: Beau from the Little Hair Shoppe
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