Blog | Marie Labbancz Photography

Jill + Peter 09.19.09 Part 4

October 4, 2009 Weddings

I knew Jill and Peters reception was going to be very grand. Last year her sister held her reception at the Union League and it was amazing. I expected nothing less from Jill. With the help of florist Nancy Saam and event planner Lynda Barness the ballroom was aglow with warm autumn hues. There was a stunning ice sculpture of a plane for Pilot Peter. It was Peters birthday so he also had an airplane birthday cake to cut. Happy Birthday! The Philadelphia wedding would not be complete without a visit from the Mummers Jills twin reminded us to “Walk like an Egyptian” and they even got Peter to sing along.

Jill + Peter 09.19.09 Part 3

October 2, 2009 Weddings

We walked around Society Hill for some beautiful bridal party and couple portraits. Lynda Barness of I Do Wedding Consulting was keeping everything running smoothly at the Union League. Stay tuned for a truly festive and beautiful reception!

Jill + Peter 09.19.09 Part 2

October 1, 2009 Weddings

Peter is an officer in the US Navy. For the ceremony he wore his Navy “whites”. Their ceremony was held at the very historic Old Saint Josephs Church in Philadelphia. Following the ceremony there was a Arch of Swords Ceremony to ensure the couple’s safe transition into their new life together.

Jill + Peter 09.19.09 Part 1

September 28, 2009 Weddings

Well, you know my heart went all aflutter when I arrived to see these picture perfect Christian Louboutin shoes! They were just so lush! And if that were not enough to satisfy my shoe passion all the bridesmaids wore these adorable orange satin pumps by Glint! Last year I photographed Jills sisters wedding so it was so nice to see the whole family again. I have done quite a few “sister” weddings in my day, but this was a first for me…. Both sisters had their reception at the same location, the Union League of Philadelphia. Jill wore a very sleek gown by Priscilla of Boston. Up to the last minute she was undecided about wearing her mother mantilla veil. She did want a picture with the veil but decided to not to wear it for the day. I’ll be sharing more of their beautiful details throughout the week!

Roses from her groom!

Temple Emanu-El Wedding Ceremony of Sally + Jorey

September 27, 2009 Weddings

Sally and Jorey’s first look took place during their ceremony rehearsal inside Temple Emanu-El. The Temple did not permit photography on the ground floor during their actual ceremony so they thought it would be very romantic to have their first look during the rehearsal. A first for me.Preparations: The Pierre Hotel, New York, NY
Ceremony Venue: Temple Emanu-El, New York
Reception Venue: The Palm House at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Wedding Planner: Gina Sole of Instyle Planners
Florist: Vito Russo, Carl Alan Floral Designs, Philadelphia, PA
Hair: Jerami Brown
Makeup: Beke Beau
Videography: CinemaCake Filmmakers
Ceremony Gown: St. Pucchi, custom design by Rani Totman. Bella Bridal Shoppe,
Reception Gown: Ines Di Santo, custom design from Bridal Reflections, New York
Veil: Boutique De Voile, Robin Mayer
Ceremony Shoes: Harriet Wilde, custom
Reception Dance Shoes: Eckse ballroom, custom
Bridesmaid gowns: Bill Levkoff
Bridesmaid bolero jackets: Custom, Gesinee’s Bridal, Concord, CA
Grooms Tux: Bespoke by Alton Lane
Invitation suite & day of stationary: Custom: KatBlu Art & Design Studio
Music: Milan 77 Band
Caterer: Patina Events at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Cake: City Sweets, New York