Nola and Brad were married at Temple Lawrence in Long Island, which is one of the most beautiful temples on Long Island, especially with the resplendent colors that frame the entrance doors. The architectural details and the colonial brick no doubt appealed to Nola, who is the fashion and style editorial director at the New York office of Glam. They made a wonderful contrast to her flowing dress and the azure blue of the bridesmaids.
I am especially delighted when a client is a referral. Meeting the photographic expectations to capture one of life’s most important days is always a responsibility and challenge, and there is no greater assurance (at least for my myself) that I have met that, than when my clients passes on my name. In this case, it was from Jean and Roy, whose wedding can be seen here.
I always ask my brides to send, in their own words, the story of how they met and their proposal. It always sets the stage to understand the depth of love shared in thw day’s glances, demure smiles, and explosive dancing.
How they got engaged:
Brad told Nola he had an interview for residency and needed to stay at a hotel in NYC. Nola was happy to oblige. After browsing the suite’s coffee table books there was a knock at the door and in walked a waiter with champagne and strawberries. Brad proclaimed it Chanukah time as they had been apart for the eight days and presented Nola with three wrapped boxes. He instructed her to choose just one as he couldn’t decide what to get her. Nola agonized over the decision, shaking each gift to determine its contents. She eventually settled on the package with a gold bow. She unwrapped it and discovered a white View-Master toy inside. After putting the gadget to her eyes she looked inside and saw a picture of her and Brad from high school with the words “The Beginning.” Each click took her to a new photograph from each phase of their relationship. The final photo said “The Future” with a photo of the ring and the question. When she calmed down enough to remove the View-Finder from her face Brad was down on one knee.
How they met:
Brad was seated behind Nola at freshman orientation at Lawrence High School. He noticed a girl with curly blond hair and wondered who she was. This first encounter led to a conversation on AIM, though neither is sure who sent the first IM. Sophomore year brought them to Social Studies Projects class, where the two had an agreement to praise each other’s papers during peer review. They became inseparable. Friendship turned to more and the rest is history!
Also be sure to check out their engagement:
Nola & Brad | Meatpacking District, New York City Engagement
Venue: Temple Israel of Lawrence
Caterer: Morrell Caterers
Gown: Monique Lhuillier
Shoes: Manolo Blahnik
Tuxedo: Prada
Bridesmaids Dresses: Cynthia Rowley and Lela Rose
Bridesmaids Accessories: BridesMade by Michelle (917) 749-2256, BridesMadeinManhattan@gmail.com
Flowers: Spitz & Peck Florist
Band: Kenny Ford of Hank Lane
Makeup: Jessica Choi
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