This weekend was an absolutely outstanding experience, finally having the opportunity to serve as Michelle's Day of Coordinator after months of correspondence. Michelle and I are a bit of kindred spirits - we love things to be straight, clean-lined, exact and orderly. We also share a huge love of candles and the romantic ambience of candlelight, which we worked into the day in abundance. I intend to share further details in an upcoming post later this week, but for now wanted to share a few highlights and a big heartfelt congratulations to the newlyweds!
A couple of obligatory "before" shots of the reception venue.
The vendors we were fortunate enough to work with came together seamlessly in order to carry out Michelle's vision for her wedding day. Chuck Kendall of the gorgeous Logan Ridge Estates was an absolute gem and was there with us for much of the day in order to ensure we had everything we needed for the day. In fact, Chuck was still there with us when we were packing up to leave at 1 o'clock in the morning! The sensational food was provided by Deb Whiting and her incredible staff from Red Newt Bistro and while I could go on for hours about the quality of the food and the professional and friendly nature of her staff, I will leave it simply described as delicious and exquisite.
Pulling it all together with ivory linens, wine-colored cloth napkins, Michelle's DIY projects [more on those in the next post], and the amazing centerpieces.
Marcia Horn of Vine Garden Designscame in at nearly the last minute to save the day when Michelle unexpectedly found it beneficial to change florists. Marcia and Michelle actually never met in person, communicating solely by phone and email, and Marcia came through with exactly everything Michelle had been looking for in way of centerpieces, floral garlands, and multiple hydrangea wreaths. I'm not sure how she did it, but the floral arrangements were intoxicatingly gorgeous in sight and smell and added so much to the ambiance of the event.
The full collection of centerpieces amassed on one table at the end of the evening. Simply gorgeous!
Music was provided by the Clinton String Quartet during the wine tasting and ceremony. Mike and the other guys were friendly, courteous, really fun to work with, and the music was heavenly. During the cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing hours, DJ services were provided by Frank and his assistant Jake of Bobby K Entertainment and they were fantastic. Frank was fun, extremely helpful in aiding me in keeping the evening running alongside the timeline of Deb and her staff in the kitchen, and a great addition to the evening's atmosphere without being obtrusive in any manner.
Last but not least, photographer Megan Dailor was fantastic from start to finish, and by the end of the night we were laughing and joking around like old pals. She already has a handful of amazing photos up on her blog that you must check out. I'm looking forward to working with Megan and all of the other vendors again and have nothing but rave reviews for my entire experience working with Michelle and the vendors she pulled together to execute her day.
We love candles! We put them everywhere, including the guest book table where guests signed quilt squares made by Michelle's mother as seen above.
The evening Michelle and Mike planned was unique and a lot of fun for guests. Commencing at 4 o'clock in the afternoon, the groom and groomsmen hosted a lively wine tasting int the downstairs tasting room of Logan Ridge, overlooking Seneca Lake. Due to inclement weather, the original plan for an outdoor ceremony was nixed and guests moved into the room adjacent to the tasting room for the ceremony where we had decorated with dozens of candles and gorgeous fabric Michelle had already purchased. Following their sweet and tear-worthy exchange of vows, guests moved up to the outdoor patio off the room where dinner was to be held before finally moving in for dinner. The different events and locations throughout the evening kept everyone entertained and mingling for hours. The dancing fired up right in between courses and went well into the night. All around, despite some lack of cooperation on Mother Nature's part, it was an unforgettable evening.
Congratulations, Michelle and Mike!
Michelle and her dad, Dennis, about to head down the aisle.
All photo credits belonging to yours truly.
C
3 comments:
Awesome post, it was a fabulous wedding and I had a blast working with you!
I love the traditional white flowers. They are so elegant!
Oh my ...the cake! Kahlua and carrot in one delivery. How festive and fun. Not much for leftovers, I'll bet.
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