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New York Garden Wedding at Martha Stewart’s House | Part II

Martha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics at Martha's New York Estate

Today we’re sharing Part II of Kristina + Barrett’s garden party inspired wedding at Martha Stewart’s Westchester, New York estate (see Part I here). Kristina’s gorgeous beaded Alon Livne gown and photos by Charlotte Jenks Lewis make it all pretty hard to resist. More photos below and for wedding tips and lots more from the bride, check out our Martha Stewart Weddings feature here!

Martha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics at Martha's New York Estate

The bride and groom posed for formal photos throughout Martha’s farm and cozied up to her beautiful horses.

Martha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics plan a wedding at Martha's New York EstateMartha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics plan a wedding at Martha's New York Estate

An outdoor cocktail hour allowed guests to enjoy the mild fall breeze and Glassy Baby votives held candles and small arrangements bursting with ferns.

Martha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics plan a wedding at Martha's New York Estate

The escort display, printed on lucite panels, was suspended at the entrance and draped with greenery. Reception table centerpieces were placed in low, rectangular wooden boxes to facilitate ease of conversation and reinforce the minimalist design of the wedding.

Martha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics plan a wedding at Martha's New York Estate

Simple place settings and streamlined glassware pulled the focus to the robust centerpieces and flickering votives in shades of blues and greens.

Martha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics plan a wedding at Martha's New York Estate

Festoon lights and sheer, gauzy fabric were draped from the ceiling of what normally serves as Martha’s equipment barn!

Martha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics plan a wedding at Martha's New York Estate

The bride and groom decided against a cake and instead chose a croquembouche with a little extra sparkle.

Martha Stewart Weddings Feature - The Nouveau Romantics plan a wedding at Martha's New York Estate

Credits: Event Design, Planning, Florals + Paper Goods: The Nouveau Romantics | Catering: Michael Stuart | Deserts: Donut PlantSoNo Baking Company | DJ: Smiles Davis of The Flashdance | Draping + Lighting: Stortz Lighting | Dress: Alon Livne White via Mark Ingram Atelier | Hair: Stefanie of Once Upon a Bride; Hair and Makeup: Daisy Schwartzberg | Music: Bon Musique | Photography: Charlotte Jenks Lewis | Rentals: Party Rental LTDGlassy Baby | Shoes: Stuart Wietzman | Sound: Rheewind | Transportation: Green Light Limo | Welcome Boxes: A Signature Welcome | Videography: For the Love of It

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