Faced with family on widely distant continents, London residents Kerri and Thomas decided to keep their wedding plans simple by eloping to New York City. Yesterday, they exchanged vows and rings at 230 Fifth, a lively bar with a rooftop garden...and soon-to-be-completed event space for larger weddings.
Rain and wind forced the ceremony to be held inside...but as the couple kissed at the end of the ceremony, the sun came out. A heaven sent sign for the newlyweds and their photographer to go out on the rooftop and take pictures.
Jack Toomey, Director of Special Events at 230 Fifth, couldn't have been more accomodating, and the photographer, Corrine Botz seemed to be taking quite creative shots before and after the ceremony. I can't wait to see her work. I thank them both for being witnesses and signing the marriage license.
Ceremony Idea: For a destination wedding in New York City, I always invite the bride and groom to share my email with family and friends who can't be there. I read the greetings at the close of the ceremony and the couple usually tear up as they hear words from the people they love. It's a way to create a connection between the ceremony and home. Kerri and Thomas' each had a sibling write a greeting...in secret from the rest of their families. It was quite meaningful for them to hear words of affirmation about eloping and getting married.
Good luck, Kerri and Thomas! Come back to New York City, and keep in touch when you move to New Zealand.
Julie Laudicina, Celebrant!
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