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Danielle + Alex, The Estate on Second

December 23, 2019

Alex turned to see his beautiful bride, Danielle, standing in front of him in a stunning off-the-shoulder, lace wedding dress for their first look. They shared a hug before their bridesmaids and groomsmen met them in The Attic at The Estate on Second. The groomsmen each wore a different colored tie and each bridesmaid wore an olive-green dress to match the décor for the wedding. After photos were taken of the group, they headed down to the Crystal Ballroom for the ceremony. Bits of greenery and white hydrangeas were incorporated into the ceremony décor and bridesmaids’ and bridal bouquet. Sweet vows were exchanged before guests were invited upstairs to The Attic for cocktail hour. Filet & Wild Mushroom Wellingtons along with Crab Cakes were tray passed while everyone mixed and mingled. Downstairs, tables were being set for dinner. Olive-colored napkins and gold flatware sat at each table setting along with more greenery and white florals. Things were winding down upstairs as guests checked the seating chart and made their way back downstairs for dinner. Santorini Chicken, Penne Alla Checca, Red Roasted Garlic Potatoes, Green Beans and Wild Cherry Salad were served buffet style as heartwarming toasts were bring made. After dinner, the bouquet and garter toss traditions were fulfilled,and the dessert station was unveiled with an assortment of French Macarons, Raspberry Chocolate Decadence, Fresh Fruit Tarts, Vanilla Bean Chocolate Eclairs and French Apple Tarts. The newlyweds also cut their chocolate cake with vanilla Bavarian filling and French buttercream icing before concluding their very special day.

 

Groom standing in a sunny brick-walled room
Groom kissing the bride's cheek beside a window
Bridesmaids helping a bride in a sunlit room
Bride showing her gown to seated attendants
Instant-camera guestbook station
Wedding party outside Estate on Second
Wedding welcome sign on an easel
Bride and bridesmaids holding white floral bouquets
Bride and groom kissing during their ceremony
Newlyweds walking down the aisle together
Parallel reception tables through the ballroom
Sweetheart table with white flowers and greenery
Long reception table with greenery and candles
Bride and groom selecting food at a buffet
Reception tables decorated with green runners
Guest speaking beside the sweetheart table
Small tiered wedding cake decorated with flowers
Bride and groom sharing their first dance

Venue: The Estate on Second // Catering: Jay’s Catering // Photographer: Mike Yoon Photo // Coordinator: Events by Sonya // Officiant/DJ/Emcee: Very Chic Wedding // Florist: Cristina’s Flowers

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