Celebration: Amanda + Robert's Wedding at The Garden City Hotel

Event Planning + Design: Karyn Michael Events

Number of Guests: 300+

Venue: The Garden City Hotel - Garden City, New York

The bride, her mother, sisters, and bridesmaids all wore stunning white gowns—an effect that was truly breathtaking. In Italian culture, it is customary for bridesmaids to wear white as a symbol of purity and to ward off evil spirits, protecting the bride on her special day. This beautiful family could have looked amazing in anything, but their coordinated white attire added a special, timeless touch to the celebration.

The wedding festivities began the night before, as the couple's immediate family and closest friends checked into the Garden City Hotel. A charming trolley whisked them away to a welcome dinner at a local Garden City restaurant, setting the tone for the joyous weekend ahead.

The following day, the couple exchanged vows in a heartfelt ceremony officiated by the bride's brother. The festivities continued with an elegant black-tie reception at the hotel, followed by an after-party at the hotel’s posh nightclub, where guests danced well into the early hours of the morning.

As a sweet farewell, guests were treated to boxes of fresh donuts from the couple’s favorite bakery, along with traditional Italian Confetti Flower Bomboniere—leaving everyone with a delicious and memorable parting gift.

Bridal Shoes: Jimmy Choo, Wedding Gown: Vera Wang, Grooms Tuxedo: Dolce and Gabbana, Band: Joel Young by Hank Lane, Cake:  La Bonne Boulangerie, Cinematography: Clark + Walker Calligraphy: One if By Hand, Catering: The Garden City Hotel, Donuts: Peter Pan Donuts,  Flowers: Pedestals Florist, Linens: The Finishing Touch, Photography: Ira Lippke Studios - Joanna Toto, Invitations: Party Panache,  Menus: KME