Martha Stewart's Wedding Party at Gotham Hall

February 2, 2017

Martha Stewart's Wedding Party at Gotham Hall

Hundreds of people turned out for our annual Martha Stewart’s Wedding Party at New York City's historic Gotham Hall.

Claudia Hanlin of The Wedding Library produces this event, bringing together more than 100 of the finest wedding vendors under one roof every year. During last weekend's affair, I also hosted an informative panel discussion and Q&A session. I was joined by our editor-in-chief of Weddings, Amy Conway, and Darcy Miller-Nussbaum. We also conducted several Facebook LIVE shows, which can be viewed on our Weddings Facebook page - just click on this highlighted link. Gotham Hall was crowded and very lively - it was a great way to introduce vendors and ideas to brides-to-be as well as wedding planners.

Enjoy these photos.

: This is the entrance to the grand Gotham Hall ballroom, where our wedding vendors gathered to share their tips and ideas. The 10-foot tall brass double doors lead into the 10-thousand square foot domed space. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) @chudleigh_weddings http://www.gothamhallevents.com

: I posed for a quick snapshot in the Wedding Party photo booth frame – an ice sculpture made by Okamoto Studios. It’s such a fun idea for a wedding reception. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://www.okamotostudionyc.com

: Claudia Hanlin, founder of The Wedding Library, hosted this floral themed event with us. The venue was the perfect space to showcase floral arrangements and table settings arranged by our vendors – I loved Claudia’s table setting design. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: This table was done by Putnam & Putnam, a boutique floral design company. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://putnamflowers.com/

: Lewis Miller, owner of Lewis Miller Design, adds the final touches to his table presentation – so pretty. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://lewismillerdesign.com

: Here’s another colorful floral table setting. This one is by Designs by Ahn. https://www.designsbyahn.com/

: Fleurs NYC decorated this beautiful table – so elegant and sophisticated. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://www.fleursnyc.com

: Rising from the center of the table is a vivid floral arrangement. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: Here I am with Patti Follo, our Martha Stewart Weddings editor-at-large, Darcy Miller-Nussbaum, and our editor-in-chief of Martha Stewart Weddings, Amy Conway. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: Matthew Robbins also participated at our event – this is his table. Matthew has contributed his expertise to our magazines, and has appeared on my television and radio shows numerous times. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://matthewrobbinsdesign.com

: Here is an elegant bouquet by Matthew Robbins. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: This table setting was provided by La Terrine, Distinctive Tableware and Fine Linens. https://www.laterrinedirect.com

: A lovely table setting by Stonekelly Events. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://www.stonekelly.com

: This table was set by Borrowed Blu Rentals: Traditional Tables with a Twist. http://www.borrowedblu.com

: I posed for this quick photo with Darcy and a group of the vendors who participated in the event, including: Designs by Ahn, Matthew Robbins, Lewis Miller, Putnam & Putnam, Marco Olmi of StoneKelly Events, and Jessy Wolvek of Fleurs NYC.

: Our own Weddings table featured our magazine, my book, “Martha Stewart Weddings Ideas & Inspiration”, cake stands from my collection at Macy’s, samples from my new fragrances line, Darcy’s new book, “Celebrate Everything: Fun Ideas to Bring Your Parties to Life” and clutches from Comes with Baggage. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: I enjoyed walking around the Gotham Hall Ballroom. A former bank built in 1922, Gotham Hall boasts a seven-story high glass ceiling, limestone Corinthian columns, granite walls, marble flooring, and an elliptical shaped event space. Here I am at the Hershey’s Table. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: Hershey’s had an amazing setup of kisses – their newest weddings kiss says “I do”.

: Here is a beautiful Hershey’s table setting with lots and lots of delicious kisses.

: Here, I am joined by Hershey’s Ulyana Zavadskaya and Carrie Lathrop. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: Bryan Rafanelli, founder of Rafanelli Events, and his team – their theme was love letters. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://www.rafanellievents.com

: Bryan’s booth included this backdrop of colored paper pieces curled and inserted into the holes of wire fencing – so creative and eye-catching.

: Jennifer Grove, founder and CEO of Repeat Roses brought us this floral display. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://www.repeatroses.com

: Darcy and I posed for another quick snapshot in the Wedding Party frame.

: Here are some of the beautiful cakes by chef and cake designer, Ron Ben Israel. Ron and I have known each other for years. He has also been featured in my magazines and on my television shows. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://www.weddingcakes.com

: Here is a closeup of one of Ron’s cakes.

: These cakes are from Cake Alchemy, a wonderful New York cake business. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://www.cakealchemy.com Cake Alchemy

: Here is Dawn Casale from One Girl Cookies – hard to pass up a stop at her table – everything looks so delicious.

: For a fun and whimsical reception treat, try Spin Spun Cotton Candy from Chicago. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://www.spin-spun.com

: Here is a lovely display of plates from Lenox Registry. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) https://www.lenox.com/

: Capellino Millinery offers custom bridal hair accessories, hand-made hats and couture head pieces. http://cappellinomillinery.com

: Here I am with a model from Demetrios by Macy’s. http://www.demetriosbride.com/brides-by-demetrios/

: Sarah Jessica Parker shared samples of her shoe line – ultra aisle-worthy heels that feature classic shapes, unexpected shades and elegant details. http://www.sjp-collection.com

: For all those invitations, here’s a display from The Blooming Quill. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) https://www.bloomingquill.com

: Here is a table display from Nine Luxury Linens Rentals. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: And some beautiful gowns from Catherine Deane Collections. https://www.catherinedeane.com

: Dana Betts Jewelry specializes in metals and stones including gold plated bronze, sterling silver, vermeil, 14kt gold, diamonds, sapphires, and pearls. http://www.danabetts.com

: Stonekelly Events is a florist specializing in contemporary romantic styles offering arrangements for gift- giving, weddings and events. http://www.stonekelly.com

: There were also lots of ideas for destination weddings and honeymoon spots from Luxury Destination Travel. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: Darcy hosted three Facebook Live shows during the event. If you missed them, go to our Martha Stewart Weddings’ Facebook page. Here she is with Matthew Robbins. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) https://www.facebook.com/MarthaStewartWeddings/

: Here are Weddings special projects editor, Anthony Luscia, Linda Mitchell of Luxury Destination Travel, and Ron Ben-Israel. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: A separate room was used for panel discussions, events presentations and audience Q&A sessions. Here’s Ron Ben Israel talking about his wonderful cakes. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: Elan Artists offer fine corporate and wedding entertainment services, specializing in unique soloists, ensembles, and dance bands. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings) http://elanartists.com

: Darcy, director of content marketing Marci Greenfield, Anthony, and publicist Liz Malone gathered for this photo. (Photo by Chudleigh Weddings)

: All of the flowers from the day’s event were repurposed by Repeat Roses – here they are being packed up to go to the patients at The Martha Stewart Center for Living at New York City’s Mount Sinai Hospital. http://www.mountsinai.org/patient-care/service-areas/geriatrics-and-aging/areas-of-care/martha-stewart-center-for-living