Joyce and Clifton: Wedding - The Grand Hyatt, NYC & The Crystal Plaza
Posted by: Tackeff Photography in Weddings, tags: Bryant Park, Grand Central Station, Grand Central Terminal, Grand Hyatt, New York City, Pershing Square, The Crystal Plaza, Wyoming Presbyterian ChurchJoyce & Clifton’s Wedding
The Crystal Plaza, Livingston, New Jersey
We knew from Joyce and Clifton’s Engagement Session that these two had great chemistry. Even arriving in Manhattan on the morning of their wedding at The Grand Hyatt, we knew their Broadway themed wedding was going to be special. The day was filled with so many highlights - from surprise gifts before these two even saw each other, to a beautiful first sight tucked away on the 2nd floor of the hotel, to the dramatic lobby, and beyond…
Originally, Grand Central Terminal was supposed to be our back up plan in case of inclement weather. As luck would have it, we had unseasonably warm and sunny weather! But, we took a short detour anyway. There is something so dramatic about Grand Central, the way the light filters in, the way the people congregate when they see a white dress (haha), the high vaulted ceilings… and a few snaps for a stolen kiss across the street at the Central Cafe in Pershing Square. Then we took to the streets making our way to Bryant Park. The day was BRIGHT, so we took refuge from the sun on the carousel.
The ceremony was at Wyoming Presbyterian Church in Millburn, New Jersey. We were amazed how the pink stained glass windows actually matched the personalized aisle runner and well, the wedding colors! We LOVED the ceremony programs - Joyce & Clifton made playbills listing the bridal party & family as the “cast” in their wedding, with hilarious write ups.
Then off for a rockin’ reception! The Crystal Plaza is one of our favorite venues - really great food & service. As always, beautiful cocktail hour displays and a killer ice bar… and a magnificent ballroom filled with cherry blossoms. Our favorite part of the night was definitely the surprise choreographed first dance number. It started traditionally and slow and all of a sudden GREASE LIGHTENING, bridal party and all!! Everybody was on their feet! Tremendous Fun!
Each table was named after a different musical (we used Wicked, Joyce & Clifton’s fav for the ring shot below). And instead of a traditional signature book or board, an acoustic guitar! Which you’ll notice a piece of in the other ring photograph.
Quick shout out to Rainer Flor & his video crew at Simply Cinematic - great to work with you all!
We wish Joyce & Clifton a lifetime of happily ever afters!
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