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March 18 2015 3 18 /03 /March /2015 20:00

Marlena and Mark, Rosecliff Mansion, Newport, RI

Rosecliff Mansion in Newport, RI is a stunning location for a wedding. With its marble staircases, garden courtyard and beautiful scenery, it is truly one-of-a-kind and was the perfect setting for Marlena and Mark's wedding.

The traditional Catholic ceremony took place at St. Mary's Church in Newport, the very same church where John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier were married in 1953.

It was a gorgeous sunny day and guests were able to utilize the courtyard and the terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean while enjoying their cocktails. A jazz trio played some traditional favorites in the background.

The dinner and dancing took place inside the Rosecliff ballroom, whose golden chandeliers and intricately carved ceilings make for a most elegant celebration. The 11-piece band made the most of this fun and high energy crowd by keeping the music lively and upbeat. Guests left raving that they never had danced so much at a wedding before!

Special thanks to Amy Kimball Events and to Marlena and Mark for making us a part of this very special day!

Venue: Rosecliff Mansion

Event Planner: Amy Kimball Events

Cocktail and Reception Entertainment: Veronica Martell Entertainment

Photography: Person and Killian Photography

Marlena and Mark, Rosecliff Mansion, Newport, RI

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March 13 2015 5 13 /03 /March /2015 18:44

Rachel and Robert, Private Estate Wedding, Greenwich, CT

The Winter snow is finally melting on this brisk March day, and we are happily reminiscing about the spectacular wedding of Rachel and Robert last June.

Held at the bride's family estate in Greenwich, CT, Rachel and Robert's wedding was a lavish celebration crafted to perfection by the uber talented Billy Evers and his team.

The guests were greeted by a brass ensemble prior to the wedding ceremony which took place on the veranda in front of a wall of ombre roses.

Guests moved into cocktails and reception beneath a breathtaking 'tent' in the garden where the party really kicked into full gear.

After a full night of love, laughter, celebration and much dancing to the 11-piece band, the bride and groom opted for a dip in the pool to cap off their perfect summer wedding.

Check out the stunning photographs by the talented Genevieve de Manio below.

Event Planner: BE Creative, Billy Evers

Prelude, Ceremony, Cocktail and Reception Entertainment: Veronica Martell Entertainment

Photography: Genevieve de Manio Photography

Cake: Sylvia Weinstock

Rachel and Robert, Private Estate Wedding, Greenwich, CT

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March 5 2015 4 05 /03 /March /2015 17:18

Amanda and Ryane, The Ryland Inn, NJ

For Amanda and Ryane's Fall wedding they chose the rustic, charming and elegant Ryland Inn in Whitehouse Station, NJ. The ballroom is spectacular featuring gorgeous thirty foot ceilings, a floor to ceiling stone fireplace and hardwood floors. In addition to the charming country feel the Ryland Inn features an impeccable menu with farm to table fresh cuisine. It was the perfect setting for this charming, romantic couple.

Amanda, who is the Director of Events at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, NJ is no stranger to planning spectacular events. As you can see from the photos below, her wedding to Ryane was no exception.

Musically, they chose an elegant string trio for their ceremony, lively piano music for cocktails and a 10-piece band for their reception. Their first dance, "Stay with You", by John Legend set the tone for a romantic and fun evening that was spent dining, dancing, celebrating with family and friends and toasting the happy couple under the Fall sky amidst the outdoor fire pits. From beginning to end Amanda and Ryane's wedding was emotional, elegant and so much fun! Congrats to one of our favorite couples!

Venue: The Ryland Inn

Photography: Carlyvous Photography

Ceremony, Cocktail and Reception Entertainment: Veronica Martell Entertainment

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February 8 2015 7 08 /02 /February /2015 16:49

Jillian and Alex, Temple Emanu El, Closter, NJ

Fall is a season of breathtaking displays as the old makes way for the new. This sentiment -- and nature's palette of deep reds, purples and oranges -- makes for a gorgeous wedding. Jillian and Alex's stunning Fall wedding at Temple Emanu El, in Closter, NJ was planned to perfection by the bride and her mother, Barbara.

The bride and groom planned a traditional ceremony that was accented by their choice of both traditional and modern music - Stairway to Heaven, Starlight by Muse and the more traditional Erev Shel Shoshanim for the bride's processional.

Guest were welcomed into the ballroom which was draped in gorgeous floral jewel tones and highlighted by stunning wooden tables and crystal accents. The bride and groom danced their first dance, "Faithfully" by Journey under a dance floor of floating candlelight.

The 12-piece band kept guests energized and dancing with a customized playlist, which was handpicked by the bride and groom. Jillian and Alex even threw in some of their retro favorites including "Barracuda" by Heart and "Smells Like Teen Spirit" by Nirvana.

Ceremony, Cocktail and Reception Entertainment: Veronica Martell Entertainment

Venue: Northern Valley Affairs at Temple Emanu El, Closter, NJ

Photography: Natural Expressions NY Photography

Jillian and Alex, Temple Emanu El, Closter, NJ

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August 11 2014 1 11 /08 /August /2014 22:14

Chloe and Graham, Weylin B Seymour's Brooklyn NY

When acclaimed event planner Bronson VanWyck and his team call, chances are you are in for something extraordinary. Chloe Malle and Graham Albert's engagement party at the newly renovated Weylin B. Seymour's in Brooklyn was the event to kick off the Summer season in NYC. Chloe, daughter of actress Candice Bergen and the late French director Louis Malle had decided with her fiancee that their wedding would be an intimate event at the family home in the southwest of France. So their 'stateside celebration' as it came to be known, was their engagement party in in New York in May 2014.

Once the venue was decided upon, Ms. Bergen and the VanWyck team took it from there and orchestrated the entire evening. “Graham and I just showed up and were wowed,” said Malle.

Chloe, Social Editor of Vogue Magazine, wore a Valentino dress with subtle hot pink embroidery over the bodice that she played up with a pink grosgrain ribbon tied around her waist and accented with pink diamond Fred Leighton earrings. Her hair was pulled back in a simple elegant bun.

Friends and family flew in from far and wide for the big night, so they hosted a dinner for the out-of-towners first and then invited their New York–based friends for dessert and dancing later. After the meal, Ms. Bergen toasted Chloe and Graham, thanked family and friends for coming, and then surprised everyone—the couple included—with Veronica Martell and her band. (Chloe and Graham were under the impression a DJ would be providing the post-dinner entertainment.) The band kicked off their playlist with a performance of Pharrell William’s “Happy.” Guests immediately flocked to the dance floor—and stayed there until two in the morning.

View the gorgeous images from the slideshow on Vogue. com below:

Chloe Malle and Graham Albert's Engagement Party in Brooklyn - Vogue

" SEE THE SLIDESHOW " Vogue Social Editor Chloe Malle and financial analyst Graham Albert met at an Ethiopian New Year's dinner in September of 2009, organized by their mutual friend Hussein ...

http://www.vogue.com/culture/article/chloe-malle-candice-bergen-graham-albert-engagement-party-brooklyn/

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August 9 2014 6 09 /08 /August /2014 02:25

Katie and Hugh, Aspen, Colorado

There are few things more rewarding and exciting then when a bride-to-be calls and says, "We saw you at a friend's wedding and we absolutely would love for you to perform at our wedding in Aspen, Colorado!" Aspen. Just the mention of it and we're swooning! Katie and Hugh's wedding, at the foot of Aspen Mountain was the first of its kind. Never before was a wedding held right on Gondola Plaza and as the images below will show, it was the perfect mix of country charm and city glamour.

With family and friends attending from all over the world, including the groom's native Australia, guests were wowed with stunning details, impeccable cuisine, signature cocktails, and even an American/Australian dessert combination.

The dancing was endless and the crowd was downright over-the-top when it came to partying into the wee hours. Then again, when surrounded by all this beauty, joy and love on a picture perfect Aspen night, who could blame them?

Thank you Katie and Hugh for a night we will NEVER forget!

Venue: Gondola Plaza / Ajax Tavern, Aspen Colorado

Planner: EKS Events

Entertainment: Veronica Martell Entertainment

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December 10 2013 2 10 /12 /December /2013 17:21

Kate and Chris - The Roosevelt Hotel, NYC

When we first met Kate and Chris they told us that the most important thing was that they wanted their wedding to be fun, upbeat and high energy. In Kate's words, "We want all our guest to feel that they had the best time at our wedding and that they danced all night!"

Kate and Chris chose the legendary landmark, The Roosevelt Hotel, in mid-town Manhattan for their ceremony, cocktails and reception.

A unique touch for the wedding was a beautiful ceremony space - created in the round so that every guest had a perfect view as they exchanged wedding vows. A string trio played some very unique musical choices including "Starlight" by Muse.

As the reception commenced, the new "Mr. and Mrs". danced their first dance, "Lovesong" by Adele and as guests joined in, the party had officially begun. The rest of the night was filled with long, energetic sets of dancing, great food, scrumptious desserts and ended with the bride and groom exiting admist a sendoff of bubbles.

The bride and groom's review:

"Everyone we talked to loved, loved, loved the music. Our guests thought it was one of the best parts of our wedding and the packed dance floor showed this! We loved how the band members came down to the dance floor to sing/play. We loved the music selection. We loved the continuous music. And we really appreciate your flexibility that night - in moving up some of our speeches and in working with our hotel coordinator. Please let your ceremony, cocktail musicians and band know how much we appreciate them. We will definitely be recommending your group to everyone we know! We may have to renew our vows just so we can dance to your music all over again!"

Ceremony, Cocktail and Reception Music: Veronica Martell Entertainment

Venue: The Roosevelt Hotel, NYC

Photography: Guy Heart Photography

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November 19 2013 2 19 /11 /November /2013 15:54

Amanda and Emile - The Crystal Plaza, Livingston, NJ

When we first met Amanda and Emile, they spoke about how important it was that every guest have an amazing time at their wedding. Guests were traveling from all over the country, some even from Europe, and the bride and groom wanted to make sure that their wedding was an event that everyone would enjoy and remember.

They chose the stunning Crystal Plaza in Livingston, NJ as their reception site and with over 200+ guests attending, they customized a 13-piece band featuring five vocalists, a three-piece horn section and an electric violinist.

Their wedding songlist was a mix of the very best dance music from Motown to today with some special requests thrown in - "Sweet Home Alabama" for the groom - an Alabama native and "Jersey Girl" for the bride.

As a special surprise to the bride, the groom - a United States Air Force pilot, decided he wanted to serenade her a la the movie "Top Gun" with the song "You've Lost that Loving Feeling". When Emile broke into song the bride was stunned - he was joined by all his Air Force buddies and they sang to Amanda before the band broke into the song and everyone sang along and danced.

Guests dined and danced all night long and were greeted on the way out by a customized concession truck chock full of sweets with goodie bags from the bride and groom that read, "Sweet Dreams".

The bride and groom's review:

"Weeks after our wedding, we still have people mentioning the band and the party each time we talk with them. It was awesome, you guys rocked! "You've Lost that Lovin' Feeling" went off perfectly, the Jersey Girl/Sweet Home Alabama/All Summer Long medley couldn't have been better timed and performed, it got everyone going, and then when the band finished the night with "Home" - it was perfect, especially with all of our Alabama guests. We both had that song stuck in our heads for days afterward. We cannot thank you enough for everything - it was absolutely perfect!"

Venue: The Crystal Plaza

Cocktail and Reception Music: Veronica Martell Entertainment

Photography: Kate Connolly Photography

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November 11 2013 1 11 /11 /November /2013 22:22

Alexandria and Robert - The Park Savoy Estate

When we think of Alexandria and Robert's wedding at The Park Savoy Estate, we think of romance. From the bride's amazing crystal embellished ball gown to the traditional church ceremony to the magnificent reception location, Alexandria and Robert's wedding was full of signature romantic details.

The music for their reception was incredibly important to this couple and so they chose to hand pick every single song for their wedding reception--a highly unusual choice! Alexandria loves the music of the 1950's and Robert is a classic rocker but they also wanted include some traditional Italian songs, some Top-40 hits and a selection of fun, party music from some of their favorite genres. The result was something for everyone, and a truly memorable evening for all who were lucky enough to share in this special day with this incredibly happy couple.

As their photographs below courtesy of Monika Broz so perfectly show, it was a day full of light, love and all things sweet and wonderful!

Venue: The Park Savoy Estate, Florham Park, NJ

Cocktail and Reception Music: Veronica Martell Entertainment

Photographs: Monika Broz Photography www.monikabroz.com

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October 22 2013 2 22 /10 /October /2013 18:48

Amanda and Michael - The Grove, NJ

Every bride dreams of a storybook wedding that combines romance, timeless elegance and beauty. For our bride, Amanda, and her groom, Michael, The Grove Distinctive Caterers in Cedar Grove, NJ was the perfect choice for their fairytale wedding. The Grove is a flawless combination of modern design and classic elegance. And for their 300+ guests, Amanda and Michael would have nothing less.

After arrivals, guests were whisked into the ceremony space where they were met by a classical ensemble playing the bride and groom's modern musical choices. As Amanda and Michael signed the beautiful ketubah, guests waited for the ceremony to begin. In keeping with their theme of traditional meets modern, Amanda and Michael chose both traditional Hebrew music and some contemporary pieces for their ceremony. Amanda looked radiant as she walked down the aisle with her parents to Eric Clapton's "Wonderful Tonight".

After cocktails, guests were welcomed into the luxurious banquet hall which features high ceilings, crystal chandeliers, a descending staircase and gorgeous architecture. A 13-piece band, featuring 5 vocalists which included American Idol star Michael Lynche, 3 horns and an electric violin kicked the party off with a high-energy dance set and guests flocked to the dance floor. After the Bride and Groom's entrance, and their first dance, Bruce Springsteen's "Happy", the band kicked up into a traditional Hora dance and the party reached a fever pitch!

There were beautiful moments throughout the night - heartfelt toasts and emotional parent dances, but most of all Amanda and Michael's vision of a fun celebration for all their friends and family came to life in a most extraordinary way - it was definitely one of our favorite weddings of 2013! The stunning images from Charlie Juliet Photography below captured it all!

The Bride's Review:

Thank you, thank you, thank you! We can't say "thank you" enough. We have heard so many amazing compliments about you and the entire band. The band can make or break a wedding and I can say that so many of our guests came up to us and said that this was the best band they had ever heard! We were over the top impressed and thrilled with everything. It was such an amazing night and it was everything that we could have asked for and more."

Ceremony, Cocktail and Reception Music - Veronica Martell Entertainment

Venue - The Grove, Cedar Gove, NJ

Photography - Charlie Juliet www.charlie-juliet.com