Tara and Nicholas have a DM to thank for sparking their first real connection. They knew of one another through mutual friends, but it wasn’t until after graduation, they ran into each other by chance through a shared friend. Later that night, Nicholas replied to one of Tara’s Instagram stories featuring a slice of pizza. From that moment on, they never stopped talking. Their engagement took place by the river in Battery Park, NYC. With the help of Dhalia Events, and photographed by Casey Smith Photography, Tara and Nicholas shone a wedding day spotlight on their NYC love story, turning a modern Manhattan loft into a destination with a heartfelt connection. The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers offered the perfect setting: a sophisticated ceremony and reception space with sweeping waterfront views of the Hudson River.
Bridal style: high-neck, long-sleeve lace
Tara wore a high-neck Jaxon James gown that struck the perfect balance of “royal and romantic” she’d envisioned, complete with all-over lace, long sleeves, and an heirloom sense of elegance.
Soft pink pleated bridesmaids
The bridesmaids wore soft pink dresses with a variety of tied designs and some in pleated skirts.
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On trend: oversized floral arch
Their ceremony was framed by an oversized white floral arch by Forever in Bloom, a candle-lined aisle, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the river.
“Private” moments around the city
The couple’s favorite moment came just after the ceremony, when they paused to share their gratitude with one another and reflect on the vows they had exchanged. “It was a moment I will never forget,” wrote Tara.
Floating candle centerpieces
The same timeless aesthetic carried into the reception, where clouds of baby’s breath and tall displays of candles created ethereal tablescapes.
Sparkling gold-fringed dance floor
A checkered dance floor from Dance Floor Kings and gold-fringed ceiling streamers added a touch of old-world glamour, wrapping the evening in a sense of nostalgia.
Memorable moment: the first dance
Nick recalled their first dance as unforgettable: “Every step, every move — we were locked into each other and didn’t have a care in the world other than being there, in that moment with each other.
