Inspirations for a DESTINATION WEDDING
City Glamour
Theatrical and classy, nostalgia reigns in the grand ballroom as the well-heeled swing to the jazz of the 50s. There is an overflow of wine and sumptuous food in this wedding party; crystals fervently shining under the amber lights. An elegant charm lingers around the intricate ornaments, from the grand brocade of roses to the Art Deco aesthetic, ringing in the vibrant vintage era that creates a perfect backdrop for a dream wedding.
Brushed with illusions of clouds, the rooftop hall of St. Regis New York is heavenly baroque, with vaulted ceilings that set the vintage tone for the grand event. A spread of gold French Moselle chairs completes the banquet, chandeliers glimmer against the soft timbre of lights. The ceremony is solemn, but the soiree is ecstatic. This iconic location overlooks Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan and accommodates 220 guests (www.marriott.com). Grand brocades of flowers dress the ballroom of Claridge’s in London where the royals and rebels found their way, from Queen Victoria to the rock band U2. Lights illuminate the carpet as the entourage makes their exit, beckoned by the sound of tango coming from the reception. A glorious dance, a festive meal, and then, a royal repose. This Mayfair gem is almost two centuries old, but there are no grey hairs under its crown, only oldfashioned luxury the Brits are known for. The Ballroom can accommodate up to 400 guests. www.claridges.co.uk
The almost-effortless French charisma shines in Salon Vendôme in , Paris a short walk from the Champs-Élysées. French interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, who masterfully designed the interiors of
