Lots of love, Susan: lighting

It is grand. It is gorgeous. It is historic. It is elegant. It is the Biltmore.

We do many weddings at the Biltmore, and each wedding is a show-stopper.

Today we are featuring Neda and Arash's wedding.

To say that this couple is high-energy is an understatement. The day started with the hair and make-up team at Neda's suite. It was a lot of laughing, talking, anxiety, celebration; and it was loud.

Our groom, Arash, came later to check in his suite and it was go, go, go (as it always is with Arash).

Their first look was a memorable one, at the grand balcony:

After seeing each other, they were off to take some photos on their own in Biltmore and it's gorgeous surrounding property. Yes, it was only fitting that we had a stunning classic car for photos :)

After taking some photos on their own, and then some formal photos with family and close friends, cocktail hour started for guests as they entered to sign the kettubah.

Here is the close family present during the kettubah ceremony.

After cocktail hour and kettubah ceremony was done, guests were escorted to the Chuppa ceremony.

Here is the gorgeous ceremony:

These pretties were hanging inside the Chuppa.

After the ceremony, guests were escorted to the Crystal Ballroom for the reception.

The reception was beautiful in décor and florals. It was also super fun, with the top of the line entertainment by Kasha Ensemble (aka Allen G. Orchestra).

Oh, here is the cocktail hour we transformed into the dessert room during the Chuppa ceremony.

As if the detail shots above weren't enough, here are a few more for your viewing pleasure:

Everyone had a memorable night!

Hope you enjoyed today's post!

Lots of Love,
Susan

Vendor Love:
Venue: Millennium Biltmore
Caterer: Simon's Caterers
Florals: Shirvan Design
Entertainment: Kasha Ensemble
Lighting: Sky Lighting
Linens: Wildflower Linens
Photo: Duke Photography
Video: Wind Productions
Cake: Cake Studio
Coordinator: Especially For You Event Consulting Services

Happy Wednesday!

We are completely in love with today's featured wedding and we love the couple even more. Check out below to see why!

First off, let's meet our bride, Nanor:

Yes, there is ALWAYS a sparkle in her eyes...she's just lucky like that.

Next, let's meet our groom, Jack:

I can't imagine anyone not loving this guy right here. Too bad ladies, he's all Nanor's!

Pre-ceremony at Nanor's house was calm: getting ready, some passing out of bouquets, and some girl talk. Here she is with her Matron-of-Honor after handing her bouquet.

Meanwhile, pre-ceremony at Jack's house...

Oh, don't worry, they took the party straight to Nanor's house so everyone can join them on the fun! Transportation? Is there anything more appropriate than a party bus?!

They realized they are not married quite yet, so they decided to make it to Church.
The ceremony was beautiful: full of family and friends to witness them become husband and wife.

This was the best looking wedding party, right down to Jack's gorgeous nieces and their stud-muffin brother.

This father/daughter moment was priceless. I cried on the sidelines...

...and about half an hour later, I had enough tears to shed for the happiness I felt for the newlyweds:

Off to post-ceremony photos! So. Much. Fun.

Now, it's PARTY TIME! Of course, there was a surprise from Nanor to Jack, Alen the Violinist! No one can do what he does... everyone enjoyed this special surprise!

The camaraderie among the guys and gals of this wedding was overwhelming. So special to be surrounded by those who love you so much.

It truly was a party in every sense of the word.

The draping and lighting used created a soft, romantic ambiance. Nanor chose two types of centerpieces; one floral, on a crystal candelabra, and one all candles, on an antique silver candelabra. The tables were mostly round, some with mirror tops, some with specialty linen and there were tables that were long rectangles with multiple centerpieces. This created dimension to the ballroom and made it fun for the 'younger' crowd. All tables had candles to create the romantic glow that Nanor envisioned. The favors were mini-champagne bottles, each hand-tied with matching ribbon. Oh, and the dance floor was set in a diamond shape. Yes, the room had depth, dimension, ambiance, romance, and class.

Here are some detail shots for you to enjoy!