New York, New York
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An absolutely breathtaking celebration for Rachel and Mack at The Pierre! Not too shabby for my first wedding of the season — The Pierre is truly such a stunning venue, known for having hosted icons like Coco Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld, Hubert de Givenchy, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, and Yves Saint Laurent, as well as being popular for pre- and post-Met Gala events.
Rachel and Mack first met at business school while getting their MBAs in 2019, and eventually started dating in 2020. Rachel told me that she actually made the first move! “We had been friends for a while, but always knew there was something there!”
Fast forward to last April when Mack popped the question! Prior to the proposal, Rachel’s mom had given the two of them a water color painting of a spot in Central Park that they hung in their apartment. Mack took Rachel to that very spot and proposed! Rachel was super surprised in the moment, but she hoped it was coming (and she got her wish!). These two had looked at rings together to get a sense of what Rachel liked, and Mack did an incredible job bringing her dream ring to life.
This wedding day was a beautiful tribute to family tradition, made even more special by the gown Rachel wore — a breathtaking heirloom passed down through three generations. The timeless dress, first worn by her grandmother and then her mother, fit Rachel perfectly without a single alteration as if it were always meant for her. Delicate lace and intricate detailing reflected the elegance of each bride before her, while seamlessly complementing Rachel’s own style. As she walked down the aisle, surrounded by loved ones, she carried not just the beauty of the gown but the love and legacy of the women who wore it before her.
Rachel and Mack’s celebration was absolutely filled with emotion, and the love these two have for each other (and that their friends and family hold for the two of them) couldn’t have been more evident. I feel so lucky to have been a part of such an incredible day, and wishing these two all the very best in this next chapter of life together!
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Vendors:
Photography: Jill Sahner Photography
Planner: Jeankarla for Mavinhouse Events
Venue: The Pierre, a Taj Hotel
Videography: The Candi Project
Hair & Makeup Bride, MOB, MOH: Beautini
Hair & Makeup Bridesmaids: Glamsquad
Florals: Botanica Wedding
Band: Around Town Entertainment
Invitations & Stationery: Albertine Press
Officiant: The Vow Whisperer
Cake: Ron Ben-Israel Cakes
Napkins: BBJ La Tavola
Lighting: Frost Productions
