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What better place to be enveloped by the gorgeous mood of fall than the East End of Long Island? Autumn and winter in the Hamptons are special times of year here, perfect for taking walks along tranquil beaches, exploring storied towns, dining, and shopping, or simply contemplating the foliage as it changes color. Invigorating ocean breezes, acres of woods, historic houses, and culture aplenty…the Hamptons truly have it all. Those seeking a magical destination for their nuptials will quickly understand why so many have flocked here for their own big day. Follow their footsteps, or create your own — the choice is yours — as you embark on the beginning of the rest of your life.

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The Hamptons Fresh Unveiled: Behind the scenes with Karen Lenahan Designs.... ............... {44} Wedding Color Palette: Color schemes and decorative complements.. ... {79}

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Tips & Advice “I Do” Etiquette................................. {34} Style File Décor & Flowers.................... {148} Style File Cakes & Treats....................... {155} Made in The Hamptons....................... {162}

Additional Resources More..............................................{163} Advertiser Directory........................... {166}

Fabulous Hamptons Weddings Erin Thayer to Theodore Dickson.. ............{52} Elizabeth Brooks to Andrew Parks.. .......... {60} Karen Yau to Scott Smith....................... {68}

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productions and more personal, heartfelt celebrations of love and family.

For us here at WellWed though, this trend is nothing new. Focusing on the intimate, personal, and individual has been our mantra since day one, and we’ve made it our goal to bring you the very best of all things wedding-related in the place where you’ll be spending one of the most magical days of your life.

And that’s what makes us different – within these pages you’ll find a lot of heart and soul, not only from us but also from the amazingly talented wedding community that exists here in the Hamptons. It’s why I can say honestly that every single issue we create is my favorite – and this one is no exception. I love this issue!

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For example, we worked with internationally acclaimed floral and event designer Ariella Chezar on “Vintage Finds” (page 143) to create beautiful and practical ways to integrate vintage pieces and found objects into your wedding décor, for a look that’s completely one-of-a-kind. And we created new wedding-color palettes (page 79), ranging from the whimsical to the extravagant, that brides tell us are all inspiring. That’s what we do at WellWed: discover the most exciting ideas, both traditional and innovative, for unique weddings.

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There’s something inherently romantic about fall and winter – they’re seasons when things slow down a bit, when you might feel like the only bride in the world instead of another in a long line of summer wedding weekends. So soak in the season. Light a fire. Eat something that’s been cooking since morning. Flaunt your favorite color like an autumn forest. With this, our first fall/winter issue of WellWed - the Hamptons, I hope we inspire you to revel in the seasonal possibilities. Consider this our take on “tidings of comfort and joy” – I think you’ll find this issue packed with plenty of both.

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Just like any good wedding, this issue got a lot of help from these talented people, who lent their creativity and dedication to shaping a terrific issue!

With more than ten years of experience in the industry, Jennifer Carrillo of Fiore combines striking textures and a spectacular array of colors in her designs.

Miche Bacher, owner/chef of Sacred Sweets on the North Fork of Long Island, uses local and organic ingredients to create delectable cookies, divine chocolates, and sumptuous wedding cakes.

Third-generation floral expert Lilee Fell seeks to reflect the individual personalities of her unique clients.

Jill Gordon, owner of jill gordon celebrate, has been providing wedding planning and consultation services to brides-to-be for 15 years, Peconic Bay Winery Events Coordinator Valerie Hallock oversees weddings at the property’s beautiful vineyard and waterfront sites.

Bridgehampton-based Alice King, of Alice B. King Fine Stationery & Gifts, stocks an extensive selection of announcements and paper goods.

Floral designer Karen Lenahan brings over 20 years of experience to her work crafting captivating floral centerpieces and bouquets that reflect each client’s unique style.

Sebastian Li takes an artistic approach to floral arrangement, creating modern bouquets, centerpieces, and environments for weddings and events.

Stacie Pierce, co-owner and chef of elite caterer Food & Co., has been serving the Hamptons and New York City for 15 years.

Jerri Woodhouse and Jane McCahill, are the owners of A Taste of the North Fork, a specialty food store that offers unique product lines that embody the region’s sophistication and down-home warmth.

Top New York caterer Cheryl Stair, owner of Art of Eating Catering, uses organic, seasonal ingredients in her extraordinarily detailed and beautifully presented cuisine.

Laura Thorne has been tending to couples’ rental needs as the Division Manager at Party Rentals LTD for over 13 years.

Designer Richard Udice and owners Chini Alarco Whitmore and Charlie Whitmore of C. Whitmore ­G ardens in Amagansett are known for their exceptionally creative floral designs and a customer ­experience that is flawless.

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Paper goods, party favors, fine stationery — the list of a bride’s needs can be long.

To the rescue: Southampton’s exclusive home and tabletop goods store, The Elegant Setting, and its new online portal, featuring everything from monogrammed linen napkins to chic place cards.

Visit theelegantsetting.com

“Invitations with seascape images set the mood for a beachside wedding.”

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diamonds are 4-ever!

From the engagement rock to the wedding bands, no decision seems quite so important as the rings you put on your finger. To meet all of their clients needs — Mayfair Diamonds & Fine Jewelry has opened in two new locations. Visit mayfairdiamonds.com

A quarter-mile of private beachfront with views of Long Island Sound, more than 140 acres of glorious horse and privet hedge farmland, a 600-foot bluff, two beautifully appointed barns…welcome to Driftwood Farms, where wedding magic is made. The possibilities are endless at this Orient Point property. Visit driftwoodfarms.com

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Cupcakes Perennial NYC cupcake destination Crumbs Bake Shop has arrived in the Hamptons at long last. The elaborately decorated confections satisfy both appetite and aesthetics. See more at crumbs.com

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A MANOR IS BORN In spring 2009, Greenport’s Brecknock Hall, a stately 19th-century stone Italianate home, opened to the public for the first time after an extensive restoration project.

The property is available for rental for parties of up to 200. For more details, go to brecknock.org

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Make an entrance that will take your guests’ breath away. Top bridal designer Claire Pettibone (clairepettibone.com) has launched a collection of handmade veils with vintageinspired touches like intricate embroidery and complete with pearl and sequin accents.

“There is something magical about that whisper of tulle as the bride makes her entrance...”

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For couples searching to stylishly express their undying affection for one another, David Yurman’s (davidyurman.com) new exclusive bridal collection marries the designer’s sought-after signature craftsmanship with a modern twist.

how to wear white Whether you’re curious as to how the tradition of the white dress began or want to see your favorite starlet in her bridal best, you’ll take inspiration from Harriet Parsley’s “The White Dress: Fashion Inspiration for Brides.”

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GOING GREEN “Happily ever after” is a very long time (thank goodness), but all of your guests traveling to and from your celebration can leave a nasty carbon footprint. But don’t scrap your soirée; now there’s a solution. By purchasing Planet Shares from brighterplanet.com, you will invest in clean-energy projects all over the nation. It’s one small step to offset your wedding’s impact and a wonderful way to express your love for each other and the planet.

spotlight {on the hamptons’ finest }

With 16 years of experience under his

apron, Peter Ambrose, chef and owner of Food for Forks Catering in Wainscott, New York, knows what it takes to produce exceptional cuisine. The self-made chef learned the ropes working for his father, a schoolteacher who ran a summertime clambake business. Steaming clams over an open fire lit a spark in the youthful Ambrose: Catering was one way to leave behind the shackles of a traditional 9-to-5 job while allowing him to expand his culinary chops.

His infectious enthusiasm and roll-up-yoursleeves-and-make-it-happen attitude are the keys to his success. “Being self-taught Photography David Seaver

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has had its advantages,” Ambrose explains. “[I’m] always open to the ideas and skills of anyone who has worked for me, from my kitchen staff from all around the world to the guy washing dishes who makes a mean chimichurri sauce.”

This is what is so refreshing about Food for Forks. In addition to ser ving up incomparable fare, Ambrose truly listens to his clients and uses every tool in his impressive culinary arsenal to meet their needs; from a rustic BBQ to an elegant plated dinner for 200, he has them covered.

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Brides, take note: The 2009 Hamptons Wedding Affair is

not your mother’s bridal show. Our one-of-a-kind events are the first step toward the wedding you’ve dreamed of. Join us as we unveil the Hamptons’ finest wedding professionals.

“What we love even more than the magazine are the fab events they host in the Hamptons, the Cape, Vermont, and New York.” — Abby Larson, Style Me Pretty You’re no ordinary couple

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Get inspired by the best the Hamptons has to offer, from fabulous fashions and reception styles to the professionals who can make your wedding vision a reality.

The 2009 Hamptons Wedding Affair is your opportunity to sample delicious fare from local caterers and cake makers, explore extraordinary table settings and breathtaking bridal gowns, and meet the Hamptons’ leading wedding professionals.

Your guy can relax in the grooms’ lounge while you sneak in a complimentary manicure, pedicure, and facial. And if you’re like the couples who flew in from around the country for last year’s event, you’ll leave

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Our wedding album

WellWed magazine we get to see lots of them. Sent to us by photographers, brides and grooms, friends and families, these posed shots and candid snaps document memorable moments from another wedding season gone by. In this space, we like to share some

We love wedding photos—and lucky for us, here at

of our favorites with readers. Among these photos from last fall and winter’s weddings are ones that tell a great story, ­c apture a wonderful mood, or just make us laugh. We hope you’ll enjoy them as much as we do. And, who knows, maybe the next issue we’ll see your photos here!

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Mr. Right at a wedding, but then a seating chart foul-up landed her at a table of strangers, including Ted Dickson. After a few awkward moments, Erin and Ted hit it off and spent the rest of the evening together. The attraction was instant, and 24 hours after they said goodbye at the wedding, they were chatting on the phone — Erin from her New York City apartment and Ted from his home in Baltimore. A year and a half later, they’d clocked hundreds of hours of phone time, hundreds of e-mail messages, and plenty of train time before Erin made the move to Baltimore.

Ted was determined to get Erin’s father’s blessing before popping the question, but getting time with Erin’s busy dad proved tougher than he’d expected. At a clambake celebrating Erin’s grandparents’ 60th anniversary, Ted saw his chance and seized the moment.

Speci Fortunately for him, his intended was completely al oblivious to his machinations: Erin actually Erin’s m Touch: interrupted Ted’s conversation with her dad without Na n t u c o m m a d e realizing what the two of them were talking about. t h e b r i d k e t b a sk e ts f o r es So Erin suspected nothing when Ted suggested mom d maids & Ted ’s id th e they take a late-night walk down to Gibson Beach, on th e e calligraphy something they did frequently when visiting Erin’s sco r t c a rds. parents in Sagaponack. They were watching the ocean together when Ted asked Erin to stand up. She did, bemused, while he dropped to one knee and slid a ring onto her finger. There was much laughing, crying, and jumping up and down before they headed back to Erin’s parents’ house to celebrate with her family.

Choosing a wedding location was easy for Erin and Ted, who had spent many happy times on the Sagaponack Beach. For Erin, who’d grown up in the Hamptons, a wedding at home felt exactly right. Ted and Erin wanted to share their favorite place with friends and family and opted for a September celebration that would let them enjoy the gorgeous Hamptons’ scenery without the hordes of summertime tourists. Erin’s parents volunteered their backyard for the reception, and everything else fell into place beautifully. Inspired by the crisp blue September sky and early autumn sunflowers, daisies, and chamomile, Erin chose a palette of navy blue brightened with white and yellow accents. Erin’s mom designed and made white even wove personalized Nantucket baskets for each of Erin’s nine bridesmaids.

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For a while immediately before the wedding, Erin and Ted anxiously watched the weather, but the predicted hurricanes and tropical storms passed them by and their wedding reception was able to take place outdoors as planned.

Ted’s mom did the calligraphy for the escort cards. The other vendors, many of whom were longtime Thayer family friends, made the wedding planning easy. Ted’s friend from his hometown in Alaska, the Reverend Norman H.V. Elliot, ventured down to the “Lower 48” to perform the

ceremony at the same church where Erin’s parents were married 37 years before. The day was exactly what Erin and Ted wanted: an intimate, welcoming celebration of family and friends.

At the reception inside the tent on the lawn, guests found their tables named for the various beaches and bays Erin and Ted had visited together in Alaska and the Hamptons, including a special Lake Erie table for the couple whose Pennsylvania wedding had been the occasion for Erin and Ted’s serendipitous meeting. The wedding celebration lasted late into the night, with the bride and groom dancing together with their families, friends, and neighbors. At one point, Erin looked around the crowded dance floor and, seeing their friends and family of all ages dancing together, felt joyfully overwhelmed with all the love and support. “Of course, I was also glad they were all having a great time!” says.

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Elizabeth Brooks to Andrew Parks

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September 20, 2008 Tennis & Surf Club

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Andrew Parks —shouldn’t Texans transplanted to New York City stick together? And sure enough, when Elizabeth and Andrew met one summer in the Hamptons, they clicked. Andrew asked a friend for more details about Elizabeth and announced his plans to ask her out immediately after the party, but it took him almost three weeks to actually invite her to join him for dinner at a restaurant near her Upper West Side apartment. Dinner turned into drinks, and Andrew quickly pinned down Elizabeth for a date the next weekend — and the next, and the next. By the time summer ended they were inseparable, and on a Labor Day weekend in the Hamptons, they strolled along the beach confessing the depth of their feelings for one another. “We knew from that moment we were going to be married,” says Elizabeth.

Still, Elizabeth was surprised when Andrew c h: Specia l Tou proposed just five months after their first meeting. ony D uring th e cerem ir They’d gotten together for a pre-holiday gift Cla exchange to celebrate Christmas as a couple before a pianist played “ y, uss Elizabeth flew home to her family in Houston, de Lune” by D eb and she was thrilled when Andrew handed her of Elizabeth’s e on an enormous box as her final present. Inside the favorite songs. box was a smaller box, then another, smaller one, and after opening the seventh — a tiny ring box — Elizabeth saw that it was empty. She looked up to find Andrew on one knee in front of her, a gorgeous ring in his hand.

He swept her away to dinner at the Joël Robuchon restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel, where Elizabeth’s sister and brother-inlaw surprised her with a champagne celebration, followed by a delectable seven-course dinner for the couple. Later, Elizabeth discovered that the proposal had been touch and go: Her ring had to be flown in from Dallas, with Elizabeth’s sister rushing to New York’s LaGuardia Airport to pick it up the afternoon before the proposal.

The couple had met in the Hamptons and loved spending time there, so it seemed like a natural location for their September wedding. “We knew that we wanted to be married in a place that meant a lot to us, and the Hamptons are so beautiful,” Elizabeth says. Elizabeth chose a palette of autumnal colors — warm

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deep purple, intense blue, and rich green — and let her bridesmaids choose their own dresses in those colors. Because their faith is important to them both, Elizabeth and Andrew decided to have their wedding at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in East Hampton before the nearby reception. Along with her bouquet, Elizabeth carried a small Bible that her grandmother, mother, and sister had carried on their wedding days. She also carried a handkerchief from her paternal grandmother that her sister had carried for her wedding, too.

Along with her bouquet, Elizabeth carried a small Bible that her grandmother, mother, and sister had also carried on their wedding days.

Instead of a soloist, Elizabeth and Andrew had a pianist play Debussy’s “Clair de Lune,” one of Elizabeth’s favorite pieces. They also chose two prayers that had personal significance: the prayer

of St. Francis of Assisi, which Elizabeth had said every day while attending Episcopal school, and chapter 13 of First Corinthians, which had been the prayer of Elizabeth’s Kappa Alpha Theta sorority.

At the reception, guests made themselves comfortable at tables named for Elizabeth and Andrew’s favorite restaurants from their dating days, decorated with plates and glasses chosen for their seaside feel. Elizabeth’s florist, Claire Bean, pulled wildflowers and greenery from the beach to bring a little of the natural setting into the flower arrangements.

Elizabeth wanted the celebration to be one big dance party, and she got her wish. The guests, including Elizabeth’s 98-year-old grandfather, who’d flown in from Houston to join the celebration, stayed until the very end, enjoying the delicious food and great music. Even the weather cooperated, giving the two former Texans a perfect autumn evening for their first night of married life.

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Karen Yau to Scott Smith

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November 22, 2008 Whitefield Estate

East Hampton

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departure terminal at New York City’s LaGuardia Airport, but that’s where Karen Yau and Scott Smith met. They were on a recruiting trip for the same company, and Karen definitely caught Scott’s eye. After they returned to New York, Scott kept dropping

by Karen’s floor to ask her out for lunch and coffee dates.

But it wasn’t until almost two years later, visiting Hong Kong on separate business trips, that things really clicked. One balmy evening, they went out for champagne and ended up dancing till dawn. Being more than 9,000 miles away from their lives in New York made them more uninhibited, but almost as soon as their planes touched down back home, Scott told Karen he was falling in love with her. The feeling was mutual.

One perfect day in April, Karen went into the garden to see why Scott was taking so long clearing out the flower bed, since he’d promised to take her out to brunch as soon as he was done. As she came to his side, he dropped to one knee and asked her to spend the rest of her life with him. Karen, who knew without a doubt they belonged together, beamed and said, “Of course.”

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“Scott was so nervous, he didn’t even put the ring on me,” Karen says. “I had to hold my hand out so he would know what to do.” The late brunch turned into a joyous champagne celebration.

Karen and Scott love the quiet beauty and uniqueness of the Hamptons, so it was a logical setting for their wedding.

“We very much wanted to avoid the cookie-cutter hotel wedding in the city,” says Karen. They were drawn to the beautiful beaches, rustic farm stands, and colonial churches, as well as the air of warm tranquility that pervades the area.

For Karen, a classically trained pianist and violinist who holds a degree in classical composition, the music for the ceremony was clearly a key element of the wedding, and she had a wonderful time choosing Rachmaninoff for the prelude and recessional, Delibes for the bridesmaids’ walk, and Puccini’s “O Mio Babbino Caro” for

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her own walk down the aisle. The music, performed by a soprano accompanied by a string quartet, reverberated through the church.

In turn, Scott took over planning music for the reception, where he intended to keep the dance floor hopping.

The reception glowed with the silver and gray palette borrowed from Karen and Scott’s bedroom. Against the oak-paneled walls of the Stanford White–built room, the floating candles, silvered branches, lush white flowers, and dripping moss shimmered like a Gilded Age dream. Walking into the room, Karen and Scott had to catch their breath at the loveliness of it all.

“We didn’t know it, but we discovered that peacocks symbolize endless love “It was all very romantic and decadent and seemed like a scene and fidelity, which made us even more right out of an Edith Wharton novel,” says Karen. smitten with the design,” says karen.

Karen and Scott also wanted to use peacock feathers wherever they could: engraved in the antique chinoiserie wallpaper motif of their invitations, spilling extravagantly from an arrangement in the foyer, and carefully positioned on the plates of all the female guests. “We didn’t know it, but we discovered that peacocks symbolize endless love and fidelity, which made us even more smitten with the design,” says Karen.

Karen and Scott helped their guests make room for the bistroinspired five-course dinner by having a round of dancing between each course. There was plenty of food, including a sophisticated riff on the Egg McMuffin made with quail eggs, wild boar bacon, and truffles that Karen and Scott’s friends still talk about today.

The dancing (and the extra heaters) also helped keep their guests warm on the coldest day of the year.

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The earthy colors of a wintertime wood inspire a palette that’s sophisticated and richly nuanced, perfect for an eco-minded wedding.

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almond body cream {laduree.fr}.

Revel in the indulgent fragrance of almonds with Ladurée’s

Lime-green and chocolate motifs enliven this elegant letterpress invitation by Hello Lucky {hellolucky.com}.

The scent of Christian Lacroix’s Absynthe is as intoxicating as the woods after a rain {avon.com}.

Munder bangle has primitive polish {lauramunder.com}.

Extraordinarily elegant, this diamond-studded Laura

A vivid green gown from Oscar de le Renta’s resort collection is a bold choice {oscardelarenta.com}.

Alluring copper sandals by Charles David are the perfect flirty finish to a classic gown {charlesdavid.com}.

Renta is ideal for stashing lipstick {oscardelarenta.com}.

A playfully jeweled cork clutch by Oscar de la

The Table Hints of lime green bring preppy charm to this rustic, woodland-inspired table setting designed by Lilee Fell Flowers & Gardens. A mix of orchids, peonies, roses, hydrangeas, and magnolias is rural and romantic at the same time.

Design Lilee Fell flowers & Gardens Event Rentals & linens Lilee Fell Location Peconic Bay Wineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lowerre Estate Photography David Seaver

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Clockwise, from top right: Copper-studded birch boxes are charming bases for dainty orchids. Monogrammed napkins by Lilee Fell flowers & gardens and menus embellished with bark and twine by Pen & Paper Calligraphy Designs make polished place settings.

Intricate details add elegance to hand-blown glass. Lilee Fellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two-toned centerpiece of roses and hydrangeas.

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Inspiration Hints of the outdoors, like winter branches or green moss, are the perfect way to bring the inspiration for your palette into your celebration details.

Opposite: A rustic bouquet mixes orchids, peonies, hydrangeas, roses, and magnolias, designed by Lilee Fell flowers & Gardens.

T h i s pag e , c lo c k w i s e fr o m to p : S u bt l e colors, bold styles. From left: A checkerboard-faceted quartz, by Chimento, from London Jewelers. Rose-cut lemon citrine in engraved yellow gold, by Marco Bicego, from London Jewelers. A flower-shaped ring with white, yellow, and brown diamonds, by Aura. A stunning green amethyst.

A l e t t e rpr e s s i nvi tat i o n i n sag e g r e e n su i ts b ot h town an d co u n t ry, by P e n & Paper Calligraphy Designs. A Moss wreath adds a su btle elegance to a tree at an outdoor celebration.

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Hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres Lobster, calamari, and shrimp ceviche gets a chic presentation in martini glasses, by Food & Co.

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Clockwise, from top right: A banana-nut cake veiled in white chocolate fondant, by CakeWorks Studio Bakeshop.

Salmon with chipotle aioli on cardamom pancakes.

Homemade jam is an old-fashioned wedding favor that feels new again, especially presented in a moss-lined birch box, by a Taste of the North Fork. Moroccan chicken tarts with cranberries, apricot, and mint. Hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres by Food & Co.

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The Favors Miniature bottles of merlot with personalized labels, from Peconic Bay Winery, are the perfect farewell gift for guests.

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Color About the location

Peconic Bay Wineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lowerre Estate (Page 50) sprawls across 147 acres of vineyard overlooking the Long Island Sound.

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Stacie Pierce, co-owner and chef of elite caterer Food & Co. (page 51), has created spectacular menus for weddings in the Hamptons and New York City for 15 years.

Floral and event designer Lilee Fell Flowers & Gardens (page 48) works with clients to translate their ideas into stunning floral arrangements that reflect each personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s individual style and taste.

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wedding color Palette silver.

White. pewter.

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Look back to the elegant opulence of the Gilded Age with a palette in snow-inspired hues of silver, white, and pewter.

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A bouquet of white and cream blooms, by Topiaire Flower Shop, suits a vintage wedding.

Munder are positively posh {lauramunder.com}.

dress like this â&#x20AC;&#x153;Castilleâ&#x20AC;? by Cymbelline epitomizes quiet elegance {cymbelineusa.com}. engagement ring {davidyurman.com}.

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Crisscross platinum bands hold an oval diamond in this David Yurman

A chandelier-crested invitation by Hello Lucky is minimalist in color, rich in texture {hellolucky.com}.

blends a sparkling cocktail of citrus and floral scents {avon.com}. chic {davidyurman.com}.

Shoulder-brushing pearl tassels on earrings from Laura

A silver-washed lizard clutch by Kara Ross is both modern and dreamy {kararossny.com}.

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Two simple platinum bands studded with diamonds, by David Yurman, are the essence of

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A rich pewter tablecloth grounds a sparkling setting of antique glittered accessories, luminous white and silver floral arrangements, and glowing candles, creating a whimsical, snowbound landscape, designed by C. Whitmore Gardens.

Design C. Whitmore Gardens Event Rentals & Linens Party Rental Ltd. Location Atlantica Photography David Seaver

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Clockwise, from top right: Gray containers house orchids, viburnum, and artichokes, by C. Whitmore Gardens. The view is the main event at Atlantica.

A single orchid blooms in a mint julep cup, by C. Whitmore Gardens. An antique shoe buckle fastens a boutonniere of dusty miller, ranunculus, and a fairy-dusted seashell.

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Inspiration Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your time to shine, so bring on the sparkle with details as dazzling as new snow. Hints of vintage crystal and generous glitter make everything glow.

Opposite: An antique silver frame turns a wintry bouque t of white ranunculus, orchids, majolica, and roses, fastened with an embossed paper pendant in a glittered frame, into art, designed by Topiaire Flower Shop.

This page, clockwise, from top : Propped pr e t ti ly o n a crys tal-b ed eck ed p e w ter can dle stick , this han d -tied bouque t of s pa r k l i n g w h i t e l i l ac s a n d p eo n i e s i s secured with satin ribbon and a sparkling pew ter buckle, designed by C. Whitmore G a rd e n s . A s i lv e r b o rd e r a n d s l e e k calligraphy make this Barbara Immermin i n v i tat i o n s o p h i s t i c at e d, f r o m A l i c e B .

King Fine Stationery & Gif ts. A de tailed, monogrammed, embossed paper pendant.

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Silver dusted white fondant and sugar paste flowers on cupcakes give a hint of a New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s celebration, designed by Peconic Baking Company.

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Clockwise, from top right: Skewered shrimp with a toasted-almond crust. Buttons bound with luxe velvet ribbon hold menus designed by Barbara Immermin, from Alice B. King Fine Stationery & gifts . Rosemary scones hold filets of beef with apple-horseradish cream.

A bowl of silvered Jordan almonds. All hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres by Thyme & Again.

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A glittering clothespin holds a platinum place card to a beribboned chair. Card designed by Barbara Immermin, from Alice B. King Fine Stationery & Gifts.

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Alice B. King Fine Stationery & Gifts (page 163) brings patience, flexibility, and etiquette know-how to the process of choosing the perfect wedding stationery.

The owners of C. Whitmore Gardens (page 87) produce exceptionally creative floral designs in conjunction with flawless customer service.

Pa r t y Re n ta l Lt d . (Pag e 8) is a f u l l-se rvi ce part y r e n tal company, providing special-event items and equipment along the East Coast.

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There’s a flirty 50’s chic in this vivid color combination of eye-popping blue, bright orange, and warm gold that manages to be retro and modern at the same time.

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Playfully sophisticated, this letterpress invitation by Hello Lucky is called “Architecture” {hellolucky.com}.

skies in this turquoise strapless gown by Monique Lhuillier {moniquelhuillier.com}.

by LuLu Frost memorable {lulufrost.com}.

This lizard clutch by Kara Ross is worthy of an orange crush {kararossny.com}.

an aquamarine in this sleek ring by Laura Munder {lauramunder.com}. orange blooms take center stage in a bouquet by Karen Lenahan Designs.

by Laura Munder {lauramunder.com}.

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Give nails a golden glow with O.P.I.’s “Curry Up Don’t Be Late” {opi.com}.

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A dazzling orange garnet is flanked by aquamarines and framed by diamonds,

The Table Blooms of coral peonies, pumpkin ranunculus, orange lilies, blue muscari, and chocolate geraniums dazzle in gold vessels, while orange kumquats in turquoise glass bowls add to a look thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pure bohemian rhapsody. Designed

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Clockwise, from top right: ASari-inspired votive holders set an elegant mood. Lush layers of linens in sunset shades create an elegant look. Muslin potpourri bags get theme treatment with colorful thank-you tags, designed by Fat Cat Paperie. A fall arrangement in an orange mercury glass vase, designed by Fiore.

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Inspiration Channel the eye-popping brilliance of autumn’s color explosion of leaves and intense blue skies with bold hues that dare to demand everyone’s full attention.

Opposite: Fiery orange and icy blue boost each other ’s intensit y in this whimsical bouquet of hydrangeas, peonies, ranunculus, and clusters of kumquats, designed

by Fiore.

This page, clockwise from top: Bohemian ribbon, feathers, and golden angel hair add charm to a bouquet of tulips, roses, lilies, and hypericum berries, designed by Karen Lenahan Designs. A poppy invitation pops in shades of blue and orange, designed by Fat Cat Paperie. An old-fashioned diamondaccented engagement ring by Alex Sepkus, delicately holds a feather.

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The Cake An arrangement of sugared kumquats crowns a fondant-draped cake trimmed with elegant gold ribbon, designed by Amber Bakery.

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clockwise from top right: A feather and other objects make unique holders for gold napkins and menus, by Fat Cat Paperie. Seafood and vermicelli on the half shell,

by Food for Forks. Butternut squash soup garnished with shitakes and sage. Oysters casino with prosciutto and Parmesan. hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres, by food for Forks.

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Hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres Shots of creamy crab and corn chowder garnished with snow crab cocktail make a luxurious appetizer, by Food for Forks.

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Driftwood Farms (page 107), boasts more than 140 acres of lovely locations, from beaches to an exquisite barn.

Featured PROFESSIONALS

Amber Occasions (Page 76) brings timeless family recipes to life with fresh takes on classic bakery favorites that are both comforting and epicurean.

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Fat Cat Paperie (Page 49), founded by graphic designer Pamela Gurman, is committed to helping couples find the perfect wedding stationery for their style and budget.

Jennifer Carrillo of Fiore (Page 164) combines color and texture to create breathtaking arrangements that personalize each detail of a wedding.

Food for Forks (Page 27) offers stellar cuisine and professional service, from elegant city venues to laidback country clambakes.

Karen Lenahan designs (page 58) brings more than 20 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; e xperience to craf ting captivating floral centerpieces and bouquets to reflect each clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique style.

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The rich, vivid colors of this palette, inspired by the shades of a winter sunset, are feminine without being fluffy, and sophisticated without a hint of stuffiness.

ABOVE:

The spicy citrus scent of Christian Lacroix’s Rouge is sheer seduction {avon.com}.

and matching coaster by Hello Lucky stand out {hellolucky.com}. {moniquelhuillier.com}.

Purple letterpress peacocks make this invitation

A lilac blouse and purple silk skirt by Monique Lhuillier evoke a sari’s vividly sleek chic

A whimsical orchid pin by Laura Munder is set with rubies, pink sapphires, and diamonds {lauramunder.com}.

macaroons come elegantly boxed {laduree.fr}.

Ladurée’s French

A faceted garnet necklace is surrounded by pavé diamonds, by David Yurman {davidyurman.com}.

home fragrance by Ladurée sets the stage for domestic bliss {laduree.fr}.

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A boudoir-inspired table is intimate and welcoming. Clusters of individual arrangements, including red peonies, red and purple carnations, Black Magic roses, and purple orchids have capricious sophistication, by Sebastian Li Events.

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Clockwise, from top right: An antique cut-glass urn with red ranunculus, by Sebastian Li Events. Rich fuchsia silk drapes reception chairs, also by Sebastian Li Events. Fuchsia and purple orchids mingle in a glass vase. A handmade tag with a hint of glitter,

by Tinsel Trading, accents a mercury glass candlestick.

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Inspiration

This color combination seems surprising, but it works just like a winter sunset when you stick with a few strong shades and keep it monochromatic.

Opposite: A bridesmaid’s dress in lavender

by Co r e n M o o r e pai r s p e r f ec t ly wit h a bouquet of peonies, sweet pea , orchids, and dyed rooster feathers, Designed by Sebastian Li Events.

This Page, Clockwise from top: A bouquet of anemones mixed with sweet pea is fringed with ferns, by Sebastian Li Events.

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Elegance is the perfect foil for this bold mix of colors. Jewels of India (from left): An amethyst in a frame of pavé diamonds,

by Lauren K, from Rose Jewelers. Roberto Co i n ’ s r i n g i s d ot t e d w i t h a m e t h y s t s , garnets, and pink tourmaline, from London Jewelers.

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The Cake

Exquisitely rendered sugar flowers bloom atop three sleek, square layers of rich chocolate cake filled with white chocolate cream and caramel mousse, from Sacred Sweets.

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Clockwise, from top right: Pepper crostades house a thyme-spiked of apples and onions.

A place by Below: In thismix sophisticated lakeside tablescape, plumpcard peonies the pink orange perches on the back of a chair. Shots in varying shades of pink make a persuasive argument for simof tomato soup with tiny grilled-cheese sandwiches.

Elegant napkins Sebastian Li Events. plicity; whitesilk china vases, afrom seersucker tablecloth, and pink Hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres from art of eating Catering.

and white cushions on rustic benches complete the inviting scene.

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Hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres Vintage spoons serve delectable bites of calamari salad with fennel and green olives, from Art of Eating Catering.

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Brecknock Hall, in Long Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wine country, is a beautiful example of Italianate architecture on sprawling grounds.

Featured PROFESSIONALS

Cheryl Stair, owner of Art of Eating catering (Page 13), is known for her attention to detail, layered flavors, and spectacular presentations using seasonal, local ingredients.

Miche Bacher, owner/chef of Sacred Sweets (Page 51) on Long Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North Fork, uses local, organic ingredients to create delectable cookies, chocolates, and wedding cakes.

Party Rental Ltd. (Page 8) is a full-service party rental company, providing special event items and equipment along the East Coast.

Sebastian Li, owner of Sebastian Li Events (Page 25), distinguishes h is wo r k with th e h i gh e s t pro d u c ti o n valu e s , co nsu m mate professionalism, and remarkable artistry.

Wedding Elegance (Page 165) designs custom invitations, favors, and other forms of correspondence for weddings and events.

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B O H E M I A N R H A P S O D Y. Prim and peek-a-boo, this embroidered champagne blouse by Claire Pettibone makes a strapless gown feel like an heirloom and hearkens back to the days of the Gibson Girls, when nothing was more seductive than a hint of exposed wrist. An oversized cameo-style Duchess ring by Samantha Wills is just a little bit cheeky. Shoes by Filippa Scott.

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F L I G H T S O F FA N C Y. A dainty, pleated bodice of vintage cotton tulle is a sweet counterpoint to layers of vintage English lace in this strapless gown by The Cotton Bride.

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B U S T L E A N D F L O W. Opposite (and page 120): A sleek column of embroidered ivory silk channels Coco Chanel in this “Monica” gown by Melissa Sweet. Teamed with a feathered and sparkling headpiece by Lo Boheme and a vintage fur shawl, it’s part of a distinctive look for a bride who doesn’t mind all eyes on her.

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FLAIR GAME. This retro-style â&#x20AC;&#x2122;50s confection by Renella De Fina Couture spills from a sleek strapless bodice to a frothy lace skirt. The vintage ivory gloves are the perfect proper touch. Earrings by Tejani. Bracelet by Christina McCluskey Designs.

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ON TRACK. Opposite: Claire Pettibone’s natural cotton “Breeze” gown transforms Victorian elegance into a minidress for a look that feels utterly fresh. Play up its antique vibe with a vintage fur shawl and capricious hairpiece

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G O W N A N D O U T. Opposite: Find your inner Anna Karenina in a lean strapless bodice rich with ivory embroidery over a blushing spill of skirt by Cymbeline. A vintage fur hat and cameo-style necklace by Samantha Wills make it clear who the heroine of this story is.

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Gown guide To get the vintage-inspired look on the previous pages, pay a visit to these local wedding purveyors.

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“Felice” by Melissa Sweet, from Priscilla of Boston {priscillaofboston.com} Necklace by Louise M. Jewelry {louisemjewelry.com} Shoes by Filippa Scott {filippascott.com} Hat & clutch bag are vintage

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“Dawn” by Claire Pettibone, from Kleinfeld {kleinfeldbridal.com} Ring by Samantha Wills {samanthawills.com} “Bridget” shoe by Filippa Scott {filippascott.com}

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Gown by The Cotton Bride, from Kleinfeld {kleinfeldbridal.com} Hat by Lo Boheme {etsy.com} Bracelet by Bel Canto Designs {etsy.com} Brooch is vintage

“Muse” by Amy Kuschel, from Gabriella New York {gabriellanewyork.com} Hair Fascinator by Lo Boheme {etsy.com} Necklace by Louise M. Jewelry {louisemjewelry.com} Bracelet by Bel Canto Designs {etsy.com} Pages 130-131:

Page 132: “Checkered Cotton Batiste Gown” by The Cotton Bride, from Kleinfeld {kleinfeldbridal.com} Earrings by Louise M. Jewelry {louisemjewelry.com} Hair Fascinator by CW Creations {cwcreationsvt.com}

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“Flora” shoe by Filippa Scott {filippascott.com}

“Cristina” by Cymbeline Paris, from the Cymbeline NYC Showroom {cymbelineusa.com} Necklace by Samantha Wills {samanthawills.com} Hat is vintage

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“Princess” by Claire Pettibone, from Kleinfeld {kleinfeldbridal.com} Necklace, bracelet, earrings & hairpiece all by Louise M. Jewelry {louisemjewelry.com} Page 137:

“Capucine” by Cymbeline Paris, from the Cymbeline NYC Showroom {cymbelineusa.com} Earrings by Tejani {tejani.com}

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“Monica” by Melissa Sweet, from Priscilla of Boston {priscillaofboston.com} Hair Fascinator by Lo Boheme (etsy.com} Shawl & clutch bag are vintage

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“The Amanda” robe, cami & boyshort all by Claire Pettibone, from Kleinfeld {kleinfeldbridal.com} Necklace is vintage

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“Jessica” by Renella de Fina Couture, from Gabriella New York {gabriellanewyork.com} Earrings by Tejani {tejani.com} Bracelet by Christina McCluskey {christinamccluskey.com} Pages 128-129:

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A R T F U L A R R A N G E M E N T. Dainty flowers lend old-fashioned charm to wedding dĂŠcor. A sweet bouquet of roses, petunias, begonias, and hellebores from Ariella Chezar is knotted with heirloom ribbons from Hyman Hendler for a turn-of-the-century look.

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This page: A modern cake topper gets vintage style when it’s handcrafted of millinery flowers, paper scraps, and German glass glitter. Both by Goldbug Studio. A flea market collection of mismatched china in muted tones is both lovely and affordable.

Effortlessly elegant, a hand-penned “Just Married” sign by Jane Aiken is a perfect reception accent. This 1920’s-inspired postcard invitation evokes the best of a bygone era. Vintage handkerchiefs are a sophisticated and whimsical stand-in for traditional save-the-date cards. Both by Lucky Luxe Couture Correspondence A dainty bouquet of vintage jewelry, brooches and buttons from Vintage Magpie is visually stunning and truly one-of-a-kind. Opposite: Antique lace jars swathed in vintage doilies light the way for nighttime strolls.

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