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Ashley and Zachary’s wedding weekend on Long Island brought together classic East Coast tradition with a relaxed summer atmosphere.


The weekend began with a rehearsal dinner before the ceremony at historic St. John’s in Cold Spring Harbor. The waterfront church gave the ceremony a classic setting, followed by a reception at The Heritage Club of Bethpage.


The reception kept that sense of tradition but felt more modern in its design. Soft-toned florals and refined furniture filled the space, with a custom green-and-ivory dance floor at the center of the room. Live music kept the dance floor full through the end of the night.


The following morning, everyone gathered again — this time at Ashley’s parents’ home for a pool party. Wood-fired pizza, drinks, and time by the water made for a much slower afternoon after the formalities of the wedding.


I love when a wedding weekend has room for both. The ceremony and reception can feel polished and considered, while the rest of the weekend gives everyone a chance to slow down and spend time together without an agenda.


For Ashley and Zachary, the pool party was a fitting way to end the weekend: at home, surrounded by family and friends, with nowhere else they needed to be.

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Planning: Eventful Days

Photography: Eden Xuân Photo

Videography: Matt Alt Films

Florals: Fiore Designs NY

Hair & Makeup: Bad Brides Club

Makeup: Elena Miglino

Hair: Korey Fitz Hair

Entertainment: Mod Society

Invites & Paperie: Harley Blue Design NY

Rentals (Linens/Napkins/Chargers/Goblets): The Finishing Touch Events NY

Tables & Chairs: Luxe Event Rentals

Custom Bar: Decco by Party Up

Dance Floor/Draping: Royal Backdrops

Lighting/Stage: Ambient Event Group

Ceremony: St. John’s, Cold Spring Harbor

Officiant: Rev. Dr. Douglas, St. John’s Cold Spring Harbor

Bag Piper: Thomas Nolan

Transportation: Coachman Luxury Transport

Cake: Heritage Club at Bethpage

Reception Venue: Heritage Club at Bethpage

Bride’s Getting Ready Location: Private Property

Groom’s Getting Ready Location: Hilton Garden Inn Melville