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Caitlin & Steven

Wedding May 17

Location The Barn at Lord Howe Valley     Photographer Maisie Snyder Photography


Our Story...

Steven and I met in Rochester, NY in 2017, sharing a love for adventure and cats, luckily enough, his “weird” matched mine. I was studying for my exams to become a licensed architect; he was active-duty military, while attending college. Our lives fit together like two puzzle pieces. Together, we moved to Carthage, NY for Steven’s next duty assignment. This gave us an opportunity to kayak in new waters, hike different trails and get engaged!

Steven had coordinated with The Fern Lodge for quite some time and I didn’t think anything of our trip to Chestertown, as we had stayed at the Friends Lake Inn earlier that summer. I thought this was another one of our weekend getaways, until we went to enjoy the views of Friends Lake from the Fern Lodge’s boathouse. Rose petals were everywhere, I was in disbelief. I panicked, thinking I was intruding on someone else’s special moment and tried to quickly scurry away. Steven giggled as he told me this was for us. The boathouse had been decorated with roses, flower petals, white linens and chilled champagne.  Of course, I said “yes!” and couldn’t stop grinning!

The Adirondacks and the Capital Region hold a special place in our hearts, it’s our home away from home. Choosing the Barn at Lord Howe Valley, with its beautiful mountain views, was the easiest decision. We couldn’t be more thankful for our amazing vendors and the immense love from our family and friends that traveled to celebrate with us.

DETAILS

Location
The Barn at Lord Howe Valley

Photographer
Maisie Snyder Photography

Wedding Gown
Allure Bridals

Bridesmaids' Dresses
Azazie

Hair & Makeup
Make Me Fab

Groom's Attire
A. Vitullo, Inc.

Rings
Kay Jewelers

Officiant
WeMarryU - Jim Manuel

Day of Coordinator
Events to a T

Event Decorator
Events to a T

Flowers
Erin Ehrlich Floral Design

Stationery Suite
designed by the Bride

Caterer
HB Catering

Cake
Roxy's Cakes

Bar Service
YorPub

Party Favors
DIY by the Bride

Transportation
Durham School Services

Hotel
Trout House Village Resort

DJ
Metro Music NY

First Dance
"If Not For You" by Måneskin

Honeymoon
Aruba

Advice to pass along... 

  • Be true to you as a couple during wedding planning. There will be many decisions and opinions. We planned our wedding to be very much "our" wedding and enjoyed every second of our big day. We have absolutely no regrets.
  • This is a rare, fleeting moment in time when all of your loved ones are in "one room" together. Make sure to take time to sit back and soak in every ounce you can.
  • If you love your vendors, make sure to take photos with them! They are the ones that pull your big day together and have been with you every step of the way. I wish I had made a point to do this!

Special Touches

Rehearsal dinner
Paradox Brewery

Rehearsal dinner cake
Joleigh Cakes

Our cocktail hour playlist was rock music! We both share a love for rock and wanted to mix things up for our guests.

Each chapter of our life together has been started with a shot of tequila: when we started dating, when Steven proposed and when we said "I do!" at the arbor. 17 is my favorite number which coincidentally (and not so coincidentally) aligns with the dates of those milestones: 4.17.17, 9.17.22 and 5.17.24!

I'm an architect so design is very important to me. I took on making our invitations, drawing our table numbers and designing the rest of the signage set up throughout the venue.

Yellow is my favorite color which I expressed with pops of yellow through my bouquet, Steven's bowtie, the lemons on our cake, our napkins and small felt bees we had hidden around the venue for our guests to find!

We had a glow stick and LED glasses bar set up for our guests to enjoy. It was a huge hit!


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Andrea & George

Wedding Date July 19

Location Lake Bomoseen Lodge     Photographer Amanda Murphy Photography


Our Story...

I met George while he was playing wingman for his friend who liked me.

Worst. Wingman. Ever.

At that time, each of our lives were busy with work and family. It wasn't until a few months later that we began spending more time together. We would visit each other's apartments, cook extravagant meals, and try to impress and pamper one another.

A year later, he moved into my apartment in Glens Falls, and shortly after, the world shut down from covid. Our relationship was tested, and we passed with flying colors. Fast forward to a beautiful summer day in 2023, we were camping with family and George asked me to take a walk with him. He made his heartfelt proposal on the picturesque pergola at the beach of Hearthstone Campground on Lake George. Returning to camp, we were met with an outpouring of joy, champagne and warm embraces, a celebration fitting for the beginning of our forever together.

On July 19th, 2024, eagles danced in the sunny blue skies as we said "I Do" in front of our beloved friends and family on Neshobe Island of Lake Bomoseen Lodge. The reception took place in the exquisite lodge. The high vaulted ceilings with exposed beams embodied the rustic elegance we envisioned for our special day. Graced by the dedication of our wonderful vendors and the exceptional staff at Lake Bomoseen Lodge, we were truly blessed to have our dream wedding become a reality.

DETAILS

LOCATION
Lake Bomoseen Lodge; Ceremony: Neshobe Island

PHOTOGRAPHER
Amanda Murphy Photography

WEDDING GOWN
Lily Saratoga

SEAMSTRESS
Khymanyo Studio

BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES
Revelry

HAIR
Brides2Go - Mary Dunham

MAKEUP
Roma Beauty

GROOM'S ATTIRE
J. Reid Menswear

RINGS
James Allen & Manly Band

WEDDING PLANNER & EVENT DECORATOR
I Do Event Design

FLOWERS
I Do Event Design

STATIONERY SUITE
I Do Event Design

CATERER
Lake Bomoseen Lodge

CAKE
Sweet Birch Bakery

TRANSPORTATION
Lake Bomoseen Lodge

PHOTOBOOTH
I Do Event Design (360 Camera)

DJ OR BAND
Andy Pratt

FIRST DANCE
"Sweet Symphony" by Joy Oladokun

HONEYMOON
Dominican Republic

Advice to Pass Along... 

As you plan your wedding, do everything out of love, not obligation. If anyone is unhappy with the choices you make for your own wedding, well that is simply none of your business. Choose those who truly care about you to join your bridal party. Choose your vendors carefully. Lastly, understand that when your big day comes, none of the tiny details are going to matter. So let go, be present, and enjoy the special bond you are creating with your partner, surrounded by loved ones. This day only happens once.

Special Touches

Rehearsal Dinner
Lakeside at Lake Bomoseen Lodge

I can't speak highly enough about Lake Bomoseen Lodge. Not only are the venue grounds stunning, but the staff was incredibly accommodating and professional. Rebecca, the venue coordinator, was exceptional throughout the planning process. Every member of the team, from groundskeepers to drivers, bartenders to service staff, exceeded expectations with their professionalism. I was thrilled with how everything turned out.

 

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Richelle & Tyler

Wedding Date September 14

Ceremony St. Clements Church     Reception Anne's Washington Inn

Photographer Viscosi Photography


Our Story...

Tyler and I met through mutual friends the summer of 2018 at a Jason Aldean concert at SPAC. At the time, Tyler was living on Long Island, and I was attending school at Siena College. Tyler's career entailed working two weeks on/two weeks off …on a tug boat. Although the distance and work schedule was tricky at times, Tyler and I were determined to set aside weekends to spend time together. We both love the saying, "when you know, you know" because we both KNEW we were meant for each other.

After a few months of dating, Tyler made the decision to move upstate. Our relationship continued to grow stronger. When Tyler was home from working on the boat, we would plan time to visit his family on Long Island.

After four years of dating, Tyler proposed at my lake house in Caroga Lake. The beach was covered in rose petals and the sunset was perfect. Two years later we had our wedding in Saratoga Springs, the perfect location as this was where our relationship began.

Tyler and I both agree that our wedding day was the best day of our lives and will always be so memorable for us. We were so thankful to have our family and friends there to celebrate with us. We also appreciate the support from all our vendors in bringing what we envisioned for our day… come to life!

DETAILS

Ceremony
St. Clements Church

Reception
Anne's Washington Inn

Photographer
Viscosi Photography

Wedding Gown
La Premiere - purchased at
Something Bleu Bridal

Shoes
Bella Belle

Perfume
Daisy Love by Marc Jacobs

Bridesmaids' Dresses
Styled by Lily Saratoga

Hair & Makeup
Crown Salon

Groom's Attire
Tuxego

Rings
N. Fox Jewelers

Event Decorator
Total Events

Flowers
Market 32

Stationery Suite
Minted

Caterer
Union Hall

Cake
Villa Italia Bakery

Party Favors
Heart Jam Pastries from
Villa Italia Bakery

Transportation
Royal Transportation

DJ or Band
DJ Scott Pallone

First Dance
"From the Ground Up" by Dan + Shay

Honeymoon
Dominican Republic

Advice to Pass Along... 

  • Make sure to map out the day by making an itinerary for the bridal party and vendors to follow.
  • Make sure the bridal party is in the loop of when and where photos will be or when they need to be around for certain details in the day.
  • Practice your first dance together and make a routine.
  • Try not to stress the day of. Be confident that your planning and vendors will ensure the day will go as smooth as possible.
  • Try to set aside time during the day for just the two of you to be able to take in the day.

 


Special Touches

Rehearsal Dinner
The Gideon Putnam 

Photo Locations
Saratoga State Park and Anne's Washington Inn

Tyler and I did a "photo dash" which entailed us going to each table at the reception to pose and take a fun photo. It was a great way to get a photo with everyone!

We had napkins at the cocktail hour that had fun facts about Tyler and I.

The bridesmaids were my something blue!

We had an old phone by our guest book that let our guests leave us voice messages. This was included with our DJ.

During the reception, at the very end of the night, we had every guest line up on both sides of the entrance of the tent and hold up their phones with their flashlights on. Tyler and I walked through to the song "New York, New York" by Frank Sinatra. It was a great and fun way to end the night!

 


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Jennifer & Greg

Wedding Date August 11

Location Old Daley on Crooked Lake     Photographer Caitee Smith Photography


Our Story...

Jen & Greg's love story is not your traditional one...the story began when Jen was home for the weekend visiting her parents.  She was at The Tipsy Moose (a local hometown spot) having drinks with them when she started talking to two ladies at the bar (Greg's Mom, Lorrie, and her friend Kathy). They asked if she was single, and they started to talk about their sons! Long story short, Jen started texting Greg when she was on the train back to New York City. The conversation was so easy and fun that Jen eventually decided to invite Greg to her friend's party in the city the following weekend. Greg said yes and from that day forward they were inseparable! While in the beginning they were long distance and just getting to know each other, COVID quickly changed that, and Jen was able to be upstate and spend more time with Greg.

It didn't take long before Jen left the city, but NYC will always have a special place in their heart since that's where they met and fell in love …and where Greg proposed!

Old Daley on Crooked Lake was the perfect place to get married as it was a mix of their aesthetic goals (and close to family and friends!) -being the definition of an effortlessly beautiful venue, with the whimsical weeping willows on the lake where Greg and Jen's ceremony took place, to the natural lighting and traditional oak running throughout the ballroom, it did not take much effort to tie into the classic romantic themed wedding they were imaging. Jen wanted minimal colors and natural accents and just touches of white and gold to up the elegant vibe.

It could not have been a more perfect day thanks to the support of their friends, family, and their amazing vendors!

DETAILS

Location
Old Daley on Crooked Lake

Photographer
Caitee Smith Photography

Wedding Gown
Angela's Bridal

Bridesmaids' Dresses
Azazie

Hair & Makeup
Alexandria's Beauty Salon

Groom's Attire
Tuxego

Rings
Glennpeter Jewelers

Wedding Planner
Nick Valenti

Flowers
Flowers by Linda

Caterer
Old Daley Custom Catering
After Party Food: Kay's Pizza

Cake
Perfect Blend

Party Favors
Amazon

Transportation
Yankee Trails

DJ or Band
Complete Weddings

First Dance
"
Next to Me" by Rufus Du Sol

Honeymoon
Bali


Advice to Pass Along... 

Don't feel like you have to follow tradition or do what everyone else does, the day is about YOU - so make it authentically you!

Special Touches

Rehearsal Dinner
The Hollow

After Party Station
glow sticks, shots, sunglasses, disco ball drink holders

Favorite details

Outdoor ceremony location, after party outfits, champagne station, fun choreographed 1st dance, party favor station, name plate corks from various occasions throughout bride/groom's life together, mirror with table numbers


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Cassia & Nick

Wedding Date September 27

Ceremony Saratoga Race Course Paddock     Reception 1863 Club

Photographer Always Candid Photography


Our Story...

I moved to Boston in 2016 for what I thought would be a short-term adventure. Instead, I built a life filled with a rewarding career and amazing friends. After the pandemic, I decided to explore the dating scene and met Nick on Hinge.

Our first date, at a charming Boston restaurant, ended with espresso martinis and a spark.

We spent the fall exploring the city together… trying new restaurants, walking with my dog Ellie, and even braving a haunted house. As our relationship deepened, I introduced Nick to my family in upstate New York. We explored Saratoga Springs, a place close to my heart, and visited the iconic Saratoga Race Course. Horses and racing have been a big part of my life since childhood, thanks to my dad who trained Thoroughbreds. Nick was immediately captivated by the energy and excitement of the track.

When Nick proposed, we were thrilled to discover that Saratoga Race Course hosted weddings! Mazzone Hospitality made our dream a reality, helping us plan an intimate ceremony in the paddock and a reception on the 2nd floor of the 1863 Club. Their team was incredible, guiding us through every detail with ease and offering a delicious food tasting that showcased their culinary talents.

Thanks to their support (and a surprisingly helpful wedding attendant!), I was a calm and collected bride. Our wedding day was truly magical, filled with love, laughter, and the undeniable thrill of starting our forever, at a place so special to me.

DETAILS

Ceremony
Saratoga Race Course Paddock

Reception
1863 Club

Photographer
Always Candid Photography

Wedding Gown
Grace Loves Lace Boston

Bridesmaids' Dresses
Various - all different

Hair & Makeup
Blush 518

Groom's Attire
Giblees Menswear

Rings
Barmakian Jewelers

Wedding Planner
Mazzone Hospitality - Abigail Wilson

Event Decorator
Flowers Forever - Linda Jensen

Flowers
Flowers Forever - Linda Jensen

Stationery Suite
Zazzle

Caterer
Mazzone Hospitality

Cake
Mazzone Hospitality

Party Favors
Gold Horseshoes made by Mom and Dad

DJ or Band
Conway Entertainment - DJ Graham

First Dance
"Murder on the Dancefloor" by Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Honeymoon
Paris, France

Advice to Pass Along... 

My advice would be to not worry too much. Enjoy the process and don't overthink the details. Your family and friends are there to celebrate you and won't remember the smallest things.

 


Special Touches

Rehearsal Dinner
The Brook Tavern

The gold horseshoe place settings and favors were a huge hit. All of our friends and family have been displaying them in their homes for good luck. We also had a bowl of bubbles (Esty) for guests to take as they walk in, so they could blow bubbles right after the "I Dos." They were cheap and cute and I love how the bubble photos turned out. Additionally, Mazzone created a special logo with our names and wedding date and had it shown on every screen throughout the track including the infield. It was exciting for our guests to see and made us feel so special.

 


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