Grace and Bryan may have grown up close to each other but it wasn’t until they officially met at a St. Patrick’s Day party on the Upper West Side that they started dating. Five years later, they made it official at a place that is near and dear to their hearts.

The Hartwood Club is a place that Grace has been going to with her family since she was two weeks old. Growing up and living in New York City, this place was an escape from the hustle and bustle. It was a place where they could be disconnected in a way that allowed them to be fully present within 6,800 acres of an exclusive nature preserve. It’s an INCREDIBLY special place.

Grace knew that she wanted to get married here. The Hartwood only hosts one or two weddings a year for those that are rooted within their membership. The intimate community that rallied around Grace and Bryan to host and throw a celebration of a lifetime was one amongst those looked upon as family. And while the day gifted us with perfect weather for an end of October wedding, it was very clear how much this day meant for them to share it with their loved ones. Bryan’s dad was walking around snapping photos with his phone. I don’t think I saw him put it down once and I know it’s because he wants to relive it for many years to come. And I caught Grace’s dad at the end of my night, off in the distance in a field looking back at the barn tucked away under a clear star studded sky, with the music from the band playing in the distance. These were moments that these two incredibly proud fathers were relishing this day for their kids; a day full of memories that will last a lifetime.

I am so honored I could be there to witness such a day for these two at such a meaningful place. Looking forward to diving into more from this wedding. But for now, I wanted to share a few sneak peeks.

Congrats Grace and Bryan!

xo

Thank you to the following vendors for making this day a dream come true for Bryan and Grace!

Venue: The Hartwood Club || Dress: Michelle Roth || Bridal Shop: Kleinfeld’s || Hair: Cara Black || MUA: Kallie Tedaldi || Jewelry: Private Family Collection || Shoes: Soludos || Florals: Floral Cottage Weddings || Catering and Rentals: BHR Catering || Band: Manhattan Swing