This destination wedding’s festivities started on Friday night with a sailboat cruise around lower Manhattan to the Statue of Liberty.




Saturday morning kicked off with breakfast at the Essex House across from Central Park.




I was pleased to see the Essex House use beautiful, classic portraiture to set the NY mood.








The wedding guests gathered in the Essex lobby before heading out to Central Park for the ceremony.




Guests and fascinators.



The groom reflecting in this Picasso-esque mirror in the Essex.




The fascinator inspires foliage to join in.


A Monet-like pond sets the mood.













Fuchsia orchids complimented the room’s lighting.


The private dining room at Daniel awash in fuchsia.



The first course.







Chef Daniel makes a surprise appearance after the sensational evening.



