Real New York Wedding | Katie + Dan at Capitale

Greetings loves! We are positively giddy to share Katie and Dan's beautiful ceremony and reception held at Capitale New York. Katie and Dan's wedding oozes sophistication and incorporates their playful side with photographs that capture the raw beauty of both the couple and the city. Not only did always fabulous photographer Shira Weinberger captivate with detail, from serendipitous street signs to stunning shoes, she also indulged us with the nitty-gritty of Katie + Dan's big day. We're not sure which we love more: the dazzling details of the sensational soiree or the sweet romance of the newly wed high school sweethearts. We'll leave it up to you to decide...

Katie wore Kate Spade Karolina pumps and added adorable show clips to the already swoon-worthy shoe.

The Bridesmaid dresses were created with Sari material. Each dress was customized to fit the individual girl. The fabric created a uniform design pallete and the cut, a unique twist. {Helpful hint: If you are looking for other fashionable tips, definitely stock up on beauty coupons for the big day.}

The space is one of photographer, Shira Weinberger's favorite places to shoot. She shared her excitement and a bit of history on the venue, "The building was designed in 1893 during the City Beautiful Movement, and shares the Beaux-Arts tradition with other architectural gems such as Grand Central and the New York Public Library. Such grandeur is undeniably inspiring."

Vendor List:
Ceremony and reception: Capitale New York
Photography and Videography: Shira Weinberger Photography
Bride's dress: Vera Wang Deidre with custom beaded belt
Bride's shoes: Kate Spade Karolina with Crystal Shoodads shoe clips
Purse: vintage beaded clutch
Bridesmaid dress: Custom made gowns from Indian sari material
Groom's tuxedo: Ermenegildo Zegna
Groom's shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo
Hair: Maria Vlantis of Metamorphosis New York
Makeup: Anabelle LaGuardia
Flowers: Matthew Robbins
Band: Steve Delisi Band/Hank Lane Music and Productions
Cake: Sarah Buck, Executive Pastry Chef at Capitale
Stationary: Crane & Co. Embassy 24kt Gold Beveled Ecruwhite Invitation Set
Guestbook: Hand-painted Italian journal from II Papiro

From the Bride:
"Dan and I met when we were eight years old taking tennis lessons together, but Dan was more focused on winning matches than on me back then. In high school we became close friends and in our junior year, while both on vacation with our families at the same hotel in Puerto Rico, he kissed me on the golf course overlooking the ocean. Two proms and three and a half years later, Dan graduated early from University of Michigan, moved into my studio dorm room at Barnard, and we've been inseparable since. This past November he proposed at the top of the Empire State building with the lights of the whole city surrounding us, and it was absolutely perfect."

All photos courtesy of Shira Weinberger Photography