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Wedding Proposals: Photographers Capture the Moment

In today’s world where everything is discussed, texted, posted, etc., it’s a challenge to surprise your perspective bride. Add a photographer (maybe incognito) in the mix to capture your “secret wedding proposal” and, if you pull it off, you are “king” in our books!

The photos below are “secret proposals” captured by StrictlyWeddings.com New York City partner, Gruber Photographers. Location Central Park, Gruber  clearly captures the surprise, joy, love and excitement that each of these couples exhibit.

Let’s be honest, this post is really for the groom, so leave a print out of it in a place he can see, post it to your facebook, tell your best friend about it (or his). You’ll find all of our StrictlyWeddings.com photographers more than capable of producing something that will capture this special moment for the rest of your life together. (more…)

European Country Charm Shines At This New York Wedding Venue

We received this fab wedding from our New York StrictlyWeddings.com partner Gruber Photographers that showcased this very cool venue in the heart of New York City - 632onHudson. Originally built in 1847 as a townhouse for the family of a sashmaker, 632 Hudson Street was converted to a general store and produce market late in the 19th century by Hugh King, whose name appears on the pediment. Purchased by the Esteve family in the 1930’s, the building became home to an import export business and chorizo sausage factory, which it remained until 1992. In that year the present owner acquired the building, restoring and renovating it with a grand theatrical gesture that spans both space and time, and leading to its present incarnation as 632onHudson – a premier space for receptions and events in New York’s far West Village.

The wedding was inspired.  With details that spoke from the heart, right down to her bouquet separating into three smaller bouquets—one piece for his mother and one for hers as a thank you for bringing them to that moment in their lives. The presentation was made during the ceremony. Her dress was a light-as-air silk chiffon Reem Acra evening gown. (more…)

The most memorable day & evening – wedding in St. Tropez

As told by the bride… “Olivier and I met at a polo lesson nearby London in April 2007. We both love horse riding so our wedding invitation was a drawing from artist Jean Clerté who featured us riding the same horse and crossing a bull (Olivier’s dad is from Argentina so it was a reference to the gauchos and la Pampa). We got married at the house of my parents which has been in the family for centuries so it is a place with a lot of emotional meaning. I was initially going to go for a modern dress by Oscar de la Renta and as the wedding preparation was taking shape I realized it made more sense to have a princess dress more romantic and whimsical with the country side reception. I love color so we wanted all the flowers and the bouquet to be happy daring and colorful. The church is in the nearby village that my family has known for ever. I had been a bridesmaid in this church when I was 5 years old or so (in France bridesmaids are children and they are called “enfants d’honneur”) so it was quite touching for me to come back as a bride. The car that Olivier drove at the end of the ceremony to take us home is his “second wife”, a charming Alfa Romeo he bought in his early 20s. The cocktail party took place in the “jardin a la française” of the house and the dinner in a marquee and party in a marquee nearby. In the French tradition, the speeches are done on the night of the actual wedding. At 2am as the dance floor was already in full steam we brought in some party hats and it generated lots of enthusiasm. We danced the night away till 5am and we had the most memorable day and evening.”

Photography by Gruber Photographers

A Famous Wedding Reception – New York City’s The Plaza, Great Performances & Gruber Photography

Continuing our celebration of our New York City launch, today we showcase a trio of luxury wedding vendors.

New York City photographer, Terry Gruber of Gruber Photographers, shared this wonderful photograph from the wedding of Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones that was held at The Plaza Hotel. What a joyful moment it captures! (Terry also supplied us with our New York landing page image as well!).

One can only imagine all the thousands and thousands of wedding receptions that have been celebrated in this historic hotel. Think of all the love, laughter and cherished memories that make The Plaza Hotel one of the top three wedding reception venues in New York City.

Making sure that the food is as wonderful as the ambiance at The Plaza is Great Performances. Great Performances brings consummate culinary skill and originality to the table, complemented by personalized attention to detail and exquisite service.

This fabulous trio is just one of many that you will find from StrictlyWeddings.com New York. We’ll continue to introduce you to them over the next few months through our blog.