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ELEVATED PRIVATE DINING WITH CONTEMPORARY JAPANESE CUISINE AT ZUMA

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ELEVATED PRIVATE DINING WITH CONTEMPORARY JAPANESE CUISINE AT ZUMA

We recently discovered a restaurant and private dining venue that was so sensational to the palate, as well the artistic eye, we couldn’t help but imagine the creative possibilities for the big day. Zuma, a contemporary Japanese dining destination located on Madison Avenue in the high 30s, delivers more than what initially meets the eye. Upon arrival on a Wednesday evening for a 7 o’clock dinner reservation, the hotspot that occupies space along two spacious floors, immediate

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FEATURED VENUE: MANHATTAN PENTHOUSE

The top penthouse floor of this Fifth Avenue Beaux Arts landmark building will take your breath away with commanding views in every direction. High in the New York City skyline stands Manhattan Penthouse, a venue that defines romance with its expansive views, radiant space, and culinary mastery. Centrally located near Union Square, Manhattan Penthouse will take your breath away with 360 degrees of unobstructed views from surrounding signature Palladian windows. The space is i

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FEATURED VENUE: WEYLIN B. SEYMOUR’S

In one of the most exciting recent developments to open its doors to New York City, Weylin B. Seymour’sresuscitates a local treasure back to life as a versatile and awe-inspiring event venue. Originally built close to 140 years ago as the Williamsburg Savings Bank, this masterfully restored multi-level space features two soaring 110-foot domes that tower over beautifully intricate mosaic marble flooring. Each corner of this national landmark located in the heart of Brooklyn,

FEATURED WEDDING VENUE: HÔTEL PLAZA ATHÉNÉE

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FEATURED WEDDING VENUE: HÔTEL PLAZA ATHÉNÉE

Nestled among the beautiful townhouses and brownstones of the luxurious Upper East Side rests Hôtel Plaza Athénée, blending refined European tradition with exceptional hospitality. Widely regarded for its intimate charm and romantic atmosphere, weddings at this lovely abode are most certainly a majestic affair. The Hôtel Plaza Athénée‘s Arabelle Room Upon entry to Hôtel Plaza Athénée, guests are greeted with attentive service, antique furnishings, and Italian tapestries, lend

FEATURED WEDDING VENUE: TAVERN ON THE GREEN

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FEATURED WEDDING VENUE: TAVERN ON THE GREEN

A modern tavern nestled in a bucolic Central Park setting, Tavern On The Green is an iconic, landmark restaurant unlike any other. Centered around a hearty, rustic menu shaped by local and seasonal ingredients, the legendary restaurant invites patrons into a warm, celebratory gathering space that captures the spirit of Central Park and the energy of New York City. Tavern On The Green‘s bar & lounge area. Photo: Fred Marcus Studio • Dress: Celestina Agostino Provided by Kleinf

A PORTAL TO ANOTHER TIME & PLACE… AND POOLSIDE PAIRINGS

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A PORTAL TO ANOTHER TIME & PLACE… AND POOLSIDE PAIRINGS

There’s a turn off of Tarrytown’s hilly, windy Benedict Avenue that, if taken, transports you to another world. The turn leads upwards, past manicured greens that seem to foreshadow a special destination. At the hill’s peak is this other world. At the top is The Castle Hotel & Spa– a true castle that could only exist in history… or an animated Disney movie! Photo Courtesy Of The Castle Hotel & Spa The entrance to The Castle is a portal to another time and place… over a centur

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FEATURED NEW YORK CITY VENUE: CAPITALE

Set in vibrant downtown Manhattan, Capitale boasts luxury, distinction, and style to the fullest. This magnificent space claims a lavish atmosphere across 20,000 square feet, featuring majestic Corinthian columns, a beautifully decorated 65 foot coved ceiling, and an art glass skylight in the Grand Ballroom. Photo: Brett Matthews Photography An elegant venue that accommodates weddings of all proportions, Capitale may host as many as 700 guests with dinner and dancing, or 1,50

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SOPHISTICATED WEDDINGS CELEBRATES RELEASE OF 2015 EDITION IN STYLE AT TRIBECA ROOFTOP

On February 11th, the New York City wedding industry and local brides came together to celebrate in style at the release party for the 2015 Sophisticated Weddings: New York Edition. TriBeCa Rooftop was the scene to be seen, as it was beautifully decorated and designed by the uber-talented Marc Wilson of MWD Lifestyles. A luminescent sitting lounge adorned by a tree of flowers was the focal point of this downtown lofty rooftop space, creating an atmosphere that served up that

ESCAPE THE COLD AND HEAD TO PARADISE… ATLANTIS, PARADISE ISLAND, THAT IS!

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ESCAPE THE COLD AND HEAD TO PARADISE… ATLANTIS, PARADISE ISLAND, THAT IS!

It’s feeling a bit chilly up in New York City, and we’re dreaming of warmer climates, here at Sophisticated Weddings: New York Edition! For this Wedding Wednesday post, we’re excited share that Atlantis, Paradise Island, one of our favorite tropical destinations to honeymoon or host a wedding, has joined Marriott’s Autograph Collection. There are so many reasons to find yourself at Atlantis, Paradise Island, whether it’s for the world famous Aquaventure water park, Dolphin Ca

VENUE SPOTLIGHT ON GOTHAM HALL: A HISTORIC VENUE IN NYC

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VENUE SPOTLIGHT ON GOTHAM HALL: A HISTORIC VENUE IN NYC

When contemplating a location to shoot the 2013 cover for Sophisticated Weddings: New York Edition, we envisioned a venue that was truly exquisite in every regard. Gotham Hall was a natural selection, as this unique and dramatic venue is as distinctive as it is remarkable. A draw for many engaged couples to Gotham Hall is the seamless execution and event management it provides. The lock-in is often the romantic notion that one’s love story and wedding could join the rich foun

A FAIRY TALE WEDDING IN NEW YORK CITY: ALLISON AND MICHAEL’S WEDDING AT GOTHAM HALL

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A FAIRY TALE WEDDING IN NEW YORK CITY: ALLISON AND MICHAEL’S WEDDING AT GOTHAM HALL

A quintessential New York City love story, Allison and Michael hail from other parts of the country, but found each other in the greatest city in the world. The stars aligned, and amidst eight million people, they found the one. The New York City life is a choice. It is the determination that there is simply nowhere else to live, breathe, and fall in love. Where New York City served as the stage for Allison and Michael’s love story, came the formation of the perfect setting f

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ROMANTIC GETAWAYS AT OHEKA CASTLE

Along the Gold Coast of Long Island, primely situated between New York City and the Hamptons, rests Oheka Castle, one of the most magnificent estates and venues Sophisticated Weddings: New York Edition has ever seen. As one of the finest hotels in New York (although the word “hotel” doesn’t really do it justice), this historic property boasts 32 luxuriously designed guests rooms and suites overlooking extraordinary views of its 23-acre private estate. Weddings and special occ

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