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. 
Green Building Wedding : Alyssa & Brett : Brooklyn, NY
A late summer Green Building wedding in Brooklyn, NY.
On the most quintessentially perfect street corner in Brooklyn, Alyssa & Brett were married in the distressed brick walled space of the Green Building featuring a ceremony and cocktail hour with friends & family in the open air courtyard. Just steps away lie a number of great backdrops which made their portrait session a piece of cake.
Photos: Brian HattonBride's Dress: Alexandra Grecco, Lovely BrideBride's Shoes: Stuart WeitzmanGroom's Attire: AlfredoEvent Planning: Fromsouptonutz - Madeline SantiagoCaterer: The Raging SkilletFlorist: Rosewood Floral CoHair: Glam SquadMakeup: Tanairi PaganStationery: MintedDJ: Jose + Gill DJ EntertainersRings: Sarah O. Jewelry & Jewelry Unlimited
Old Field Club Wedding : Jess & Vin : East Setauket, NY
Jess & Vin's East Setauket, NY, Old Field Club wedding was such a great example of how to take the typical construct of a wedding and make it entirely your own. Getting ready at the Stony Brookside B&B, you really could get the sense of this being a reunion of friends, family and the marriage of two who are totally in sync. With a ceremony that began with a guided meditation for all guests in attendance, you immediately knew this was going to be a unique wedding.
Photos: Brian Hatton
Venue: Old Field Club
Getting Ready Location: Stony Brookside
Wedding Dress: BHLDN
Bride's Shoes: Loeffler Randall
Groom's Attire: Indochino
Groom's Shoes: Tallia
DJ: Miles Francis
Stationery: Ryan LaMere & Jess Griscti
Cake: Butter & Scotch Brooklyn
Yale Club Wedding Review : Private Club : New York, NY
A Yale Club Wedding Review
Whether you're a graduate or not, The Yale Club is an enticing location for a wedding thanks to its prominent, centralized location in Manhattan, classic old world ambiance, rooftop lounge for cocktails, and all in one amenities. When I visit The Yale Club to photograph a wedding, I encounter a professional staff that manages the evening such that brides and grooms can enjoy themselves worry-free. If you're looking for an airy, open feeling venue that is formal and civilized (it carries the name "Yale" after all) yet not stuffy or pretentious, The Yale Club may be the perfect fit.
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Getting ready: Brides have access to a refurbished, on-site suite for their preparations leading up to the ceremony. The suite is tastefully appointed and provides a good amount of room for a bride and small to moderate sized bridal party. Although the room isn't necessarily bathing in light mid afternoon, it is soft and directional and makes for very flattering bridal portraits.
Spaces for photography: The rooftop is an ideal spot for a first look and portraits of the bride and groom. With skyscrapers towering all around you, you really feel immersed in the city. Inside, the library, reading room, staircases, and ballroom provide the backdrops in the event of weather that limits venturing outside. The predominant color scheme of the club includes a lot of white with soft blue accents. It's formal without being stuffy.
Proximity to photo locations: Staring right at the Yale Club is Grand Central Terminal. Being directly across the street, it's an obvious choice for photos of the bride, groom and bridal party. Those who aren't shy can even opt for a first look in the middle of the station which makes for quite a moment. Many couples travel the short distance to Central Park to add some natural elements and color to their day.
Ceremony: Ceremonies onsite take place in the main ballroom which is subsequently flipped for the reception. With the tall ceilings and open feel of the room, large flower arrangements tend to look best to fill it out.
Cocktail hour: After being in the ballroom with its ornately carved ceiling for ceremony, elevators await guests to whisk them to a more modern modern roofop space which offers indoor, covered outdoor and open deck areas. Multiple bars serve guests quickly and there is rarely a queue for a beverage.
Reception: The Yale Club is a well oiled machine where service is simply something you dont have to think about. Consistent, well prepared entrees are dropped to tables efficiently with no appreciable lag to delay any toasts that might occur during this time. Use of seasonal ingredients like roasted winter squash elevate the typical steak or fish selection. Coordination between vendors is always prompt with event management giving band/photo/video members a heads up before something important is about to happen.
