Timeless holiday-themed wedding with a two ballroom reception
It's known as "the most wonderful time of the year", so when this couple started looking at dates for their big day, a holiday wedding just made sense. From the twinkling Christmas lights to the festive desserts and everything in between, the holidays have a sense of magic that can make a wedding day all the more special. With decorated wreaths and multiple Christmas trees, Dream Makers NY went all in on the Christmas theme for this couple. Siobhan Stanton Photography was there to capture every magical moment. So cue the carols and keep scrolling for more of this festive wedding inspiration.
you may also like
Christmas Glam Wedding at The Don Cesar Legendary Pink Palace
A Real Wedding “How To” For Hosting a Fun, Festive Christmas Wedding
A Winter White Christmas Wedding at Chateau de Nainville-les-Roches
a whirlwind romance
Katie and Jack would occasionally run into each other on nights out in New York City with their mutual friends. As time unraveled, they got to know each other. They went on their first date in the springtime, making their relationship official by summer. Jack proposed to Katie while on a sunny Saturday walk in the West Village. Later that afternoon, the couple was greeted by friends who had traveled to celebrate their engagement!
For Katie and Jack’s wintertime wedding, enchanting holiday decor and glamorous ballrooms merged with a sentimental focus on family. Although Katie is a teacher and enjoys her summers off work, she felt that December offered a different type of magic for their wedding. The couple didn’t shy away from a short engagement either and found that booking vendors in the off-season made their short timeline much more manageable.
a holiday wedding
their dream venue
Hosted at Katie’s dream venue, the Westchester Country Club was booked after only two weeks of being engaged. This location provided pristine grounds for the couple’s outdoor photos, as well as spectacular indoor ballrooms. The building was decorated with cedar boughs that twisted along outdoor pillars while wreaths hung in the corridors. As guests arrived, they were greeted by a remarkable display of illuminated Christmas trees by Amodio's Garden Center in the foyer, which gleamed with red ornaments and holiday bows.
the fashion
Katie’s mother passed away in 2016, but she was able to give Katie her wedding band. Katie reset the ring for a modernized look and wore it to celebrate the close relationship between her and her mother. She also chose to pair her wedding gown with a lace-trimmed veil inspired by the mantilla-style veil her mother wore as a bride.
a church ceremony
The couple exchanged vows in a private church ceremony surrounded by their closest family and friends. Katie was a vision in a ruched ivory strapless gown holding a classic white rose bouquet.
a two-ballroom reception
Dinner and dancing were held in two separate ballrooms. Formal dining was hosted in a sophisticated color palette of ivory and gold, while a tasteful disco-ball dance party was held in the other space. The couple toasted their evening with heirloom “bride” and “groom” coupe glasses, which were used at Katie’s parents' wedding nearly fifty years prior.
festive florals
With the help of Katie’s family, her aunts provided all of their floral arrangements for their day. Orchids were a focus at the reception tables, reaching from lofty crystal vases and running down the center as a runner.
a very special guest
Then, after the heartfelt toasts, came a knock at the ballroom door. SANTA surprised everyone with an early visit and a bag full of goodies for everyone to really get the party started.
- Photography: Siobhan Stanton Photography
- Planner: Tara, Dream Makers NY
- Venue: Westchester Country Club
- Florist: Amodio's Garden Center
- Cake: Lulu Cake Boutique
- Chocolate Chip Cookies: Cathy's Biscotti
- Band: East Coast Band
- Stationery: Stationery by Maryellen
- Transportation: All Star Limo
- Bride's Hair: Adel Atelier
- Bridesmaids' Hair: Cindy V
- Makeup: Anita Some Makeup
- Bride's Dress: Amsale
- Ring Reset: Landsberg Jewelers
- Groom Attire: State & Liberty