Emma & Padraig

Romantic Winter Wedding at Lafayette & The Beekman Hotel | New York City Wedding Photographer

This wedding was featured on Together Journal

New York City has a way of bringing people together—whether through chance encounters on bustling streets, late-night conversations in cozy downtown cafes, or shared dreams that unfold against its iconic skyline. For Emma & Pod, the city wasn’t just a backdrop; it was the heart of their love story. So when it came time to say “I do,” there was no better place than the city that shaped their journey.

Their wedding was an ode to their years in New York—a final, beautiful chapter before embarking on a new adventure outside the city. With an intimate gathering of their closest family and friends, they celebrated love, nostalgia, and new beginnings in the most quintessentially New York way possible.

Before their ceremony, the couple took time to honor the beauty and history of New York by capturing their wedding photos at The Beekman Hotel. Its rich history, stunning architecture, and old-world romance provided the perfect setting for timeless portraits. Beneath the grand, ornate atrium, they shared quiet moments together, soaking in the significance of the day.

Their heartfelt ceremony took place at Lafayette, a charming and sophisticated French-inspired restaurant in NoHo. With only their dearest loved ones present, the ceremony was deeply personal—filled with laughter, happy tears, and the undeniable energy that only New York can provide. As the couple sealed their vows, the sounds of the city carried through the space, a subtle reminder of the place that had witnessed their love grow.

Following their vows, guests were treated to an intimate dinner at Lafayette, a true reflection of the couple’s love for the city’s vibrant dining scene. Over exquisite cuisine, fine wine, and candlelight, guests clinked glasses and shared stories of the couple’s unforgettable NYC moments. The warm ambiance and joyful chatter created an atmosphere that felt both celebratory and bittersweet—a fitting farewell to the city they called home.

Their wedding wasn’t just a celebration of their union; it was a love letter to New York, the place where their story began. And as they stepped into their next chapter, they carried with them not just their vows, but the soul of the city that made them who they are.

Here’s to love, to new beginnings, and to the city that will always be home.