Metropolitan Club Wedding : Allison & Ethan : New York, NY
A Winter Wedding at The Metropolitan Club in New York, NY
Allison & Ethan were married on the day of the biggest snowstorm in the NYC area this year which I am certain was nerve wracking - but by the time the ceremony began the sidewalks had been cleared and they had a full compliment of guests. The gold metal certainly goes to Allison who braved truly frigid temperatures and snowy conditions in a wedding dress to take some photos outside.
Allison made some amazing choices in decor with vivid color and tons of candlelight which set the tone for a stunning evening. I love how it gave a fun, energetic vibe to the stately and elegant club off Central Park. The party really ratcheted up a notch after the cake had been cut as Sticky's Finger Joint, Katz's Delicatessen and Chip City Cookies set up to offer a quintessential NYC food hall. Lit batons passed around the dance floor as the band drove an amazing experience for the guests. My second shooter and I remarked how this would be an amazing party to attend ourselves. That's how you know we're having fun.
Photographer: Brian Hatton Photography
Cinematographer: Frank Ahn Films
Rabbi: Rachel Ain, Sutton Place Synagogue
Florist: Forever in Bloom
Cake: Lulus
Lighting: Frost Lighting
Band: Brooklyn Sound, Hank Lane
Hair & Makeup: FaceTime Beauty
Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier
Bride's Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Jewelry: Nuha Jewelers
Groom's Attire: Enzo Custom
SECOND Floor Wedding : Jolie & Shay : New York, NY
A Spring wedding at SECOND floor NYC
When I was going back through the images for this wedding to blog this week I thought, "man, this was a cool wedding". The venue itself is awesome with its windowed terrace that opens up fully to become a patio under the night sky. A megatron across the courtyard can be customized to display a slideshow for guests (and all other New Yorkers, for that matter) to view throughout the reception. On this particular occasion, we produced a same day slideshow during cocktail hour to feature images from the ceremony and portraits session.
If that weren't enough, decor by August Sage & Violet created a sophisticated island destination feel while still managing to maintain a slick urban atmosphere. This created an amazing ambiance that kept the party alive along with Starlight Music, clearly one of the best wedding bands in New York. There's something about Jolie & Shay together that I feel looks so good in black and white. I think you'll agree..
Photography: Brian HattonVenue: SECOND FloorWedding Dress: One DayBrides' Shoes: Jimmy ChooGroom's Attire: SuitsupplyFloral Design: August Sage & VioletPlanner: Blossom Events w/ Bree SwartzCatering: Laurent Tourondel of SECONDStationery: Champagne PressBand: Starlight Music
India House Wedding : Sarah & Ariel : New York, NY
A June wedding at India House in New York, NY.
I've known Sarah for a decade so it was especially nice to get the chance to photograph her wedding this past summer! Many of my friends from grad school were there which makes for a fun event to shoot. Dating back to the 1830's, India House is buried in a sea of skyscrapers in the Financial District of Manhattan with the ever so perfect address "1 Hanover Sq". Today a private club, it offers a number of iconic rooms which lead guests from the ground floor, up a flight for cocktails and then to the top floor ballroom for dinner. A short stroll from the waterfront, India House is ideally located near many hotels and opportunities for portraiture. I was so excited that Sarah chose Design by Ahn for her decor because they are always one my favorite florists in New York. They perfectly blend the natural, organic look that's become popular with something that is composed and classic. I'm just not someone who notices flowers on a day to day basis and Designs by Ahn is always a vendor I notice. 
Tribeca Rooftop Wedding : Melissa & Scott : New York, NY
A summer wedding at TriBeCa Rooftop in New York, NY.Melissa & Scott's summer affair in lower Manhattan was stunningly beautiful with greenery strung over the custom dance floor (by Shout! Dance Floor Wraps) which sits under the nighttime sky. With the city towering in the background, they were wed in front of all their family and friends. But not before a first look at the Soho Grand Hotel and photo session in Battery Park! Keeping everything beautifully appointed was Sojourner Auguste and team from Erganic Design along with florist Tinsel Experiential Design.
Sunset Terrace Wedding : Nikki & Thomas : New York, NY
I love Sunset Terrace at Chelsea Piers. With that wall of windows facing the
