What three adjectives best describe your wedding? Intimate, fun, warm
What was your wedding color palette?Fern green, ivory, copper
What inspired your personal wedding style, and how did you incorporate your style and personalities into your big day?Think “Downton Abbey” meets Brooklyn. We chose a country-chic deco style set against the backdrop of the industrial landscape of the Brooklyn Red Hook neighborhood with touches of a romantic, elegant woodland forest.
Looking back, what are the moments, decisions or memories that you love the most about your wedding? Our ceremony is at the top of the list. I was so happy we spent the time to write our own vows. We also had our family and friends surround us outside the chuppah and read blessings and poems. It was a different take on the traditional, Jewish set of seven blessings and felt amazing to receive readings and prayers from our community.
Our dance party gets second place. We loved rocking out and letting loose after a wonderful and emotional day.
Another great moment is when the Mazinka, a traditional Jewish dance for parents who have married off their last child, (Dave is the third and last to be married in his family) turned into an amazing and wild series of dances by our guests for my in-laws and for us. Then my in-laws danced for us. It was unexpected and great.
The view of the Statue of Liberty reminded us of where our grandparents had first immigrated years before. It was subtle and in the background, but still beautiful.
We loved hosting our guests and our farewell brunch at The Regency Hotel where my parents had been married exactly 40 years earlier with a waiter that had actually served at my parents wedding! Then Chris Rock walked into our farewell brunch mistakenly. And it really made us feel like the wedding was off to an unexpectedly meaningful start when we realized that the Dalai Lama and his entourage were also staying at our hotel.
We also cannot believe our wedding was the weekend before Hurricane Sandy hit Red Hook. The Liberty Warehouse was damaged extensively just seven days later in the storm and the entire neighborhood was completely shut down for months afterwards. It has been rebuilt now, but we know we were so lucky.
What piece of advice would you give to a bride planning her wedding today? Figure out whats in your heart as a bride and as a couple. Plan from there and return there when making big-picture decisions. Also, figure out whats essential to your future spouse. Make sure these things happen. Lastly, as long as the people you love are around you that day, everything else feels secondary in hindsight.
So you’ve got the ring, named the date and chosen the perfect dress. What’s next? It’s time to grab your fiance and that scanner, and start shopping! As you’ve probably heard, gone are the days of simple crystal and china wedding registries. While the traditional gift registries are still the most popular, many couples have branched out to more unorthodox options. We’ve compiled a list here of our favorite registries of all kinds, for our newlyweds-to-be.
Traditional Registries:
Traditional wedding gift registries are perfect for the couple who needs all the necessities for their newlywed home. From the kitchen to the dining room to the bedroom, a traditional registry will provide you with all the basics and then some. Many couples who already have the essentials simply register for better quality items. This is your chance to get that KitchenAid you’ve always wanted or those luxurious 1000 thread count sheets you’ve been dreaming of. Whether you’re looking for the bare necessities or just adding to your collection, a traditional registry is right for you. The most popular traditional registries include Macys, Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Sur La Table.
Charity Registries:
Many couples are now using their nuptials as a way to give back to the community. Guests can visit the couples online charity registry to donate to various organizations and good causes. This is a trend that has become increasingly popular over the past few years. The I Do Foundation and Changing the Present are two ever popular choices.
Honeymoon Registries:
If you already have all the things you need for your home, or maybe even two of everything since you moved in together, think about ditching the traditional and going tropical! Honeymoon registries can allow guests to purchase gifts of anything from airfare to sunset dinners on the beach. This is a great idea for the couple who loves to travel. Besides, lets be honest, everyone needs a good vacation after the chaos of a wedding. Visit HoneymoonWishes, Honeyfund, and Travelers Joy to make your honeymoon dreams come true.
Out-of-the-Box Wedding Registries:
You might be surprised by these creative options! REI has its own registry where adventurous and active couples can register for any item in the store. Get that new mountain bike or set of ski boots you’ve had your eye on so you can stay active together. If you’re more of an epicurean, consider a wine registry. That’s right, guests can get you everything from your favorite vintage to a set of glassware through the registry at BottleNotes. Looking to buy your perfect home? Hatch My House allows guests to contribute towards a down payment or a renovation of a home for the happy couple.
Words of Wisdom:
For wedding etiquette basics, consider the following tips for your wedding gift registering process:
Be sure to register for gifts soon after you announce your engagement to provide guidance for all prewedding events.
Register for gifts in a wide range of prices to cover every budget.
Consider your guest list and how that will affect the amount of gifts you need to register for.
Keep a watchful eye on your registry as your prewedding events approach; some couples will need to add more items after the bridal shower, or as the big day draws near.
Wedding etiquette experts consider it a faux pas to include wedding registry information on the wedding invitation. Word of mouth generally works the most effectively, but it is also acceptable to include links to your registries from your wedding website.
Some people refrain from registering because they feel that they already have everything they need, or perhaps they feel uncomfortable asking for gifts. The truth is, having a gift registry helps your guests and is actually considered good wedding etiquette. Your friends and family want to buy you gifts that they know you’ll enjoy and appreciate – providing a registry gives them guidance and reassurance. You can even choose multiple places to register if you want to appeal to your grandmother’s sense of tradition as well as your friends budgets and creativity.
Just remember, whatever you do choose, there is a registry out there for you. Really consider your lifestyle and register for what you want as a couple. Are you just starting out? Are you already a homeowner? What are you passionate about? Not everyone begins marriage from the same place in life, so choose what is right for you.
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