An Intimate, Fall Micro-Wedding at The Standard Hotel

Venue: The Standard East Village | Photo: Loreto Caceres | Video: Amelia Frances Films | Florist: Olivia Howard Designs | DJ: Remixologists | Rentals: Party Rental Ltd | Lounge Rentals: Rentquest | Hair and Makeup: Willowhouse Beauty | Photo Booth: Boothy | Stationery: Gold Dust Design | Lighting: Universal Light and Sound | Transportation: MV Limo | Banana Pudding Cart: Baonanas | Bakery: Buttermilk Bake Shop | Wedding Dress: Grace Loves Lace

One of the biggest pillars to me as a wedding planner is planning a day that feels right for YOU. Working with Aria and Soroush, they did exactly this and it was perfect. Their goal was to have an intimate day, surrounded by their closest friends, and to have a great time. I think we accomplished that! Let’s dive in to their NYC micro wedding.

Instead of a traditional ceremony, the two opted for a private ceremony at City Hall. I LOVED this route because it really put the two of them at the center, and gave them a really intimate moment to share their vows privately and to take this next step with no distractions. Once they said “I do”, they were greeted by their friends and family outside, showering them with flower petals. If you haven’t been over to City Hall- it is absolutely stunning. They had the most gorgeous portraits taken around the area where they both looked like supermodels!

When it came to deciding on an NYC micro wedding venue, they immediately fell in love with the Penthouse at The Standard East Village. It features 360 views in an intimate space and is a blank slate to transform. Aria wanted a warm, inviting, fall color palette- which bounced so well off of the all white space. The colors popped SO much and the candlelight surrounded by the city lights was so romantic. Their family style dinner was served on two long tables so they could see all 48 of their guests easily. Both Aria and Soroush love handmade, artisan finds- so we brought in vintage inspired glassware, luxe linens, and ceramic plates to give the space a more personal feel.

One of the first things Aria and Soroush told me about was their shared love of Baonanas banana pudding. Naturally, it was the obvious choice for dessert. We had Baonanas bring in individual servings of all of their favorite flavors for a unique and delicious dessert. Aria is also quite the fashion forward girly, and featured THREE wedding day looks. One look was a sleek, modern wedding dress for City Hall. The second was a more flowy, subtly floral gown for dinner. Then, once it was time to party, she switched to a white mini dress and matching mini veil to dance the night away. We love a chic bride!

I absolutely loved getting to plan this special day for such wonderful people. Congratulations Aria and Soroush!

Left photo: Up close shot of the bride and groom's jewelry. Right photo: Shot of the bride's heels.
Left photo: Shot of the bride adjusting her earrings. Right photo: Shot of all three of the bride's wedding dresses hanging in front of a window.
Left photo: Photo of the bride in her first dress, shot from behind. Right photo: Black and white shot of the bride in her first dress of the evening.
Left photo: Shot of the bride and groom being all smiles as they embrace outside. Right photo: Full body shot of the bride and groom smiling at each other as they embrace.
Left photo: Side shot of the bride and groom smiling. Right photo: Shot of the groom smiling down at the bride.
Left photo: Upper body shot of the bride posing with her bouquet. Right photo: Upper body shot of the bride smiling over her shoulder as she holds her bouquet.
Left photo: Full body shot of the bride and groom smiling hand in hand. Right photo: Full body shot of the bride and groom smiling at each other as they walk hand in hand.
Left photo: Shot of the bride and groom with clasped hands as they walk up steps. RIght photo: The bride and groom pose together on a green couch.
Left photo: Upper body shot of the bride and groom holding a sticker. Right photo: Full body shot of the bride and groom sharing a kiss.
Upper body shot of the bride and groom posing with their ring fingers up as the groom holds their marriage certificate.
Full shot of the bride and groom exiting the courthouse as their bridal party showers them in flower petals.
Full shot of the bride and groom outside of the courthouse with their hands clasped in the air as their bridal party cheers them on.
Shot of the couple being all smiles as their bridal party trails behind them.
Left photo: Shot of the bride and groom standing on the courthouse steps and staring off into the distance. Right photo: Full body shot of the bride and groom posing on the courthouse steps.
Left photo: Full body shot of the bride and groom smiling at each other as they walk hand in hand. Right photo: Full body shot of the bride and groom smiling at each other as they walk hand in hand.
Left photo: Shot of the bride and groom holding hands as they walk down the city streets. Right photo: Shot of the bride and groom holding hands and smiling at each other as they walk down the city streets.
Left photo: Upper body shot of the groom in his suit. Right photo: Fully body shot of the bride walking down steps in her wedding dress.
Full body shot of the couple embracing in front of The Standard hotel.
Left photo: Shot of the bride and groom on a rooftop smiling for the camera. Right photo: Up close shot of the bride and groom smiling at each other as they stand on a rooftop with the New York skyline behind them.
Left photo: Up close shot of a place setting on a reception table, including a menu and place card. Right photo: Shot of one of the fully set reception tables decked out in fall tones.
Full shot of the reception space, including two long tables and two floral fixtures behind them.
Left photo: Shot of the reception tables decked out in classic fall tones. Right photo: Close up shot of some of the place settings on one of the reception tables.
Left photo: Close up shot of a wedding sign saying the couple's names and the wedding date. Right photo: Shot of a lounge area with turquoise chairs and a mustard couch.
Horizontal shot of one of the reception tables which sits in front of two floral fixtures and an all-glass wall.
Left photo: Shot of a table displaying a photo guestbook sign and framed photos of the couple. Right photo: Shot of a table displaying cameras and framed photos of the couple.
Left photo: Shot of the couple's custom bar menu sign. Right photo: Close up shot of cocktails being served on a tray.
Left photo: Close up shot of hors d'oeuvres being served on a tray. Right photo: Close up shot of hors d'oeuvres being served on a tray.
Left photo: Close up shot of a place setting on a reception table. Right photo: Close up shot of a pink flower.
Left photo: Close up shot of a place setting on a reception table. Right photo: Close up shot of two place settings on a reception table.
Photo of the bride looking excited as she takes in the reception space for the first time.
Left photo: Shot of the bride and groom celebrating as they walk together. Right photo: Shot of the bride and groom walking together with clasped hands.
Black and white shot of the reception space bustling with guests.
Left photo: Shot of the wedding guests sitting down for a candlelit dinner. Right photo: Shot of the wedding guests sitting down for a candlelit dinner.
Black and white shot of the wedding guests toasting with their champagne flutes.
Left photo: Nighttime shot of the New York City skyline. Right photo: Shot of the wedding guests sitting down for a candlelit dinner.
Left photo: Black and white shot of the bride standing on the hotel rooftop. Right photo: Black and white shot of the bride and groom embracing on the hotel rooftop with the New York City skyline behind them.
Left photo: Shot of a sign that says, "Congrats, Aria & Soroush." Right photo: Full shot of the wedding cake.
Left photo: Black and white shot of the groom twirling the bride on the dancefloor. Right photo: Black and white shot of the bride and groom dancing together on the dancefloor.
Left photo: Full shot of the bride and groom cutting their wedding cake. Right photo: Full shot of the bride looking very excited to be holding a slice of wedding cake.
Left photo: Full shot of the bride and groom feeding each other wedding cake. Right photo: Full shot of the bride and groom looking excited about their wedding cake.
Full shot of a packed dancefloor.
Black and white shot of the bride and groom on the dancefloor with their guests.
Left photo: Up close shot of the DJ and his sound board. Right photo: Up close shot of dessert and wine on a reception table.
Left photo: Shot of the bride and three of her guests posing for the photo booth. Right photo: Shot of the bride and groom resting by the photo booth.
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