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They found the perfect venue in Manhattan’s Peak Hudson Yards , complete with breathtaking 360 city views and delectable food, and the perfect planning time in Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor NYLUX Events . In Tracy’s words, We had one meeting with Andrea Adelstein and immediately knew this was the team for us. Andrea and her associate, Anastasia Caridi, were very attentive and detail-oriented and made us feel like guests at our wedding. They made planning both stress-free and fun! I highly recommend the NYLUX Events team to anyone who is planning their wedding! As an interfaith couple – Tracy’s Jewish, while Clinton is Baptist – both partners wanted to incorporate traditions from their own backgrounds into the ceremony, and the duo worked with a pastor and a rabbi to design a personalized ceremony, including Psalms, a family tallit, a unity candle, and, of course, smashing the glass! Speaking of Jewish traditions – we can’t get enough of Tracy and Clinton’s breathtaking baby’s breath chuppah, inspired by Sofia Richie’s. Don’t miss it in the gorgeous pics by Karlie Louise Photography ! Now over to Tracy… How We Met Tracy, the bride : Clinton and I were set up by mutual friends. We hit it off immediately, and we were together for 8 years before finally tying the knot. Continue Reading Share this post: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) A Galia Lahav Bride for Classic Winter Jewish Wedding at The Kimpton Clocktower, Manchester, UK 02/05/2024 by Karen Cinnamon 1 Comment We love a good Manchester wedding – and this is one for the books! Smashing The Glass Brides Club member Tal, a biology teacher, and Solly, a strategy consultant, live in London, but when it came time to plan their wedding Tal was eager to share her hometown up north with all her family and friends. The couple found the perfect spot for their classic winter wedding in Manchester’s Kimpton Clocktower , and we’re so proud that Brides Club helped then source their dream venue! Part of what Tal and Solly loved about The Kimpton Clocktower was its spacious ballroom, which let them have the big dance floor of their dreams – just check out the exquisite photos by Rob Clayton and trailer by Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Denee Motion for proof that it was put to excellent use! We also love that Tal opted to wear Israeli designer Galia Lahav for her big day – and she could not have looked more chic! Read on for the rest of the story in her words… amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;span data-mce-type=”bookmark” style=”display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;” class=”mce_SELRES_start”amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/spanamp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; How We Met Talia, the bride: We met in 2011 when we were flatmates, and best friends at Birmingham University. We got together in second year and then we have had a long and winding history that brought us to our wedding day, finally in 2024. Continue Reading Share this post: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) An Oscar De La Renta Bride for a City Chic Jewish Wedding at Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC, New York, USA 26/04/2024 by Karen Cinnamon Leave a Comment Ali and Andrew’s Jewish wedding was just SO gloriously NYC, and we are here for it! They opted to make it official at the iconic Ziegfeld Ballroom , and took advantage of the prime Midtown location for some incredible couple’s shoots on the streets of NYC and in Central Park. Don’t miss the gorgeous images by Sarah Merians Photography ! We’re also obsessed with Ali and Andrew’s exquisite Art Deco-inspired chuppah, featuring florals in blue, purple, pink, and white – and we love that the pair opted to have their chuppah in the round so everyone could feel like part of the ceremony. Now over to Ali, who looked so glam in her Oscar De La Renta gown… How We Met Ali, the bride : We met in NYC in 2016 Continue Reading Share this post: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Best Mother’s Day Gifts (+ Discount Codes) From My Favorite Jewish + Israeli-Owned Businesses 25/04/2024 by Karen Leave a Comment Mother’s Day is just around the corner and it’s a very difficult day for me having lost my beloved mother two years ago. However, I’m lucky that it’s still a special occasion for me and my girls – they love it – and I’m learning to love it in a different way. If you’re looking for gifts from Jewish + Israeli-owned businesses that surprise, delight, and just get” her — all without breaking the bank, here are my top recs! PS Every gift idea comes with a discount code or BOGOF! Jewish Joy Journal Part gratitude journal, part goal planner, part non-judgmental Jewish BFF, this bestselling gratitude journal for Jewish women will fill your mom’s life with daily joy, purpose, and nourishing Jewish values. Just five minutes a day with this will have her feeling happier and more resilient. The plumping night mask that keeps going viral… Just one night with this collagen-promoting night mask and your mom will be completely hooked. Each dollop is rich in FRÉ’s patent Argania Active Complex™ to fight premature aging and repair UV damage, and packed with peptides to firm and plump skin. PRO TIP: a little goes a long way, so you can be sure it’ll last her a while. A shimmering, multi-faceted glistening Star of David Handmade in NYC by Susan Alexandra, this is a piece she’ll want to wear forever, then pass down to your kids and grandkids. What’s a little splurge for a family heirloom? Continue Reading Share this post: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) An Alexandra Grecco Bride for a Summer Jewish Wedding at Solé East Backyard, Montauk, New York, USA 22/04/2024 by Karen Cinnamon Leave a Comment Dreaming of summer? Us too – and that’s why we can’t get enough of the fabulous Jewish wedding of Alex, who works in education, and Mike, in finance. The New York couple loves spending their summer weekends in Montauk, and they wanted to bring those relaxed, intimate vibes to their big day. With an outdoor...