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I truly adore the chic decor and uptown panache of The Surrey . I had the pleasure of previewing the newly renovated hotel during a Net-a-Porter press event last month, and reminisced about its dove gray decor after running a post on Monique Lhuillier’s home similarly-hued home earlier this week… Simply stated, the hotel is gorgeous.
If you’re hosting an uptown wedding, it’s well worth considering this spot for your out-of-town guests. Take a look…
Photos courtesy The Surrey
Ah Hermès, you’re just too cute. Granted, I’ve yet to get my hands on one of your Birkin bags, but I’ve long since fallen in love with your bangles and baubles {as an indulgent consolation prize, of course}. So with that said, I truly didn’t need another reason to love you {or crave more}. But then your darling Spring campaign fell right at my fingertips… and the artwork is just as whimsical and fun as the jewelry. And now, you’ve got me again.
{Readers, take a look!}
Darling, right? Granted, I know you’re not about to wear these on your wedding day, but that’s not to say they won’t make {generous} gifts… or be the perfect accompaniment to your {honeymoon, shower, rehearsal dinner} wardrobe.
All bracelets available at the New York boutique; 691 Madison Avenue, (212) 751-3181. Photos courtesy Hermès Paris.
Even if you have seen these shots from their original debut, they remain an absolutely stunning and wonderfully inspirational portrayal of the chic and calming sensibilities of greys in the home… Not to mention, isn’t it absolutely fascinating to see Monique’s chic aesthetic ooze out of every nook and cranny? 
This darling engagement session was sent to Merci New York by Galaxie Andrews , {one of my fav photographers}, who is based in Arizona but travels around the globe shooting uber-refreshing, lighthearted and completely gorgeous work! As is typical with Galaxie’s engagement shoots, she used simple, whimsical props, allowing the focus to remain on Chanelle and Matt’s great chemistry and fun personalities. For more of Galaxie’s work on Merci New York, click here .
Wow, it’s been quite a whirlwind of a week, but the pinnacle was certainly the long awaited Urban Wed event, hosted by the amazingly talented Vané of Brooklyn Bride . It was, in short, awesome. The vendors, the vibe, the sheer amount of creativity in one place… I hope you had a chance to experience this great event yourself {but if you didn’t, here’s a little peek}… 
Urban Wed was such an amazing resource for the city bride- an intimate space, a ton of well-selected talent, and a whole lot of fun. If you missed it this time, be sure to mark your calendar for next season. And to Vané, many, many congratulations. You’re aahmazing!
All photos courtesy of Jen Huang Photography . {Want more of Jen’s gorge eye candy? See her work with Merci New York at Tuesday’s Bergdorf Goodman press preview here }.
About the photographer: Betsy Van Langen grew up as somewhat of a paparazzi within her home, yet didn’t take her first photography class until she was an undergraduate at Loyola College in Maryland. After graduating in 2008 with a degree in Fine Arts, she attended the Post Baccalaureate Program at Maryland Institute College of Art. She is currently getting her Masters in Photography at Rutgers University. Her fine arts background allows her to mix creative and stylistic elements with timeless and classic imagery… As a kid, she always wanted to created pictures that people would keep and love forever. Now she does just that.
Photos courtesy Betsy Van Langen
Yesterday afternoon, Merci New York had the pleasure of attending Bergdorf Goodman’s fabulous Spring Bridal Press Preview. The entire seventh floor was pure, luxurious eye candy, complete with exclusive {jaw dropping} gowns from leading designers, stunning evening bags, luxe accessories, top beauty lines, and of course, accents from their well-edited bridal registry. I’ve always adored the poise and polish of Bergdorf’s merchandising, but this was just beyond… so needless to say, I’m tres-excited to share our little virtual traverse around the store, with Merci New York’s exclusive photos compliments of my photographing partner in crime, the lovely Jen Huang . 
All photos by the fabulously chic Jen Huang Photography .
Hi Friends,
What a wonderful weekend! 2 beautiful brides (handsome grooms of course too) 2 gorgeous dresses,and 2 amazing venues that completely outdid themselves for 4 families! In this blog I will talk about Lisa and Seth. Although my pictures do not do it justice, you will be able to see professional images taken my Jay Goldman on my site in a couple of weeks.
This wedding took place at The Montage in Beverly Hills. A lovely hotel where the service could not of been better. The food delicious, and lucky me I was a guest at this wedding!
Lisa and Seth wanted an all white wedding (very popular 2010 request). I love showing the flowers in the plastic containers they arrive in, and then transformed during the day into the centerpieces you see below. I especially love how Mark from Marks Garden used succulents mixed in with the elegance of white roses, tulips and calla lilies.
Lisa wore an all lace Monique Lhuillier gown, and I especially loved the broach she wore in her hair! She told me she will be wearing it as a pin after the wedding.
I always love taking pictures of the chuppah being transformed! The ceremony was white with accents of green, very floral. I didn’t get a picture of the arch at the beginning of the aisle but it was a beautiful introduction to where they would exchange their vows. The aisle treatment, I loved. Mark tried a new combination of the glass pieces down the aisle. And even though we have wrapped callas around the glass container before this looked fresh and it has become a favorite of mine!
The Ballroom was a bit more architectural and modern. A tall and low combination of florals filled the tables and each was unique. Some had succulents, some tall and spilling over the vase above the guest.
The light gobo shined with the couples new monogram.
We brought in 2 handmade pepper trees to fill the sides of the stage.
We ended the evening with a Trail Mix Bar, something we had done before but we changed the items and the bags.
Enjoy the pics!
xox Mindy
I love the mix of modern and traditional details of these home offices.. and of course, their bold use of color. Even if you’re not nesting, redesigning, or settling into your first home, you have to appreciate the chic femininity of these spaces. Divine!
Photos from top: Ruthie Sommers ; unknown; House Beautiful ; Country Living ; Traditional Home ; Turquoise Interior Design (last two images).
Hi Friends,
I’m going to start a Weekly Wants… inspiration, deals, and decadence …
1. House of Harlow Peacock Cuff
2. Pamela Froman Hammered Heart rings
3. Stella McCartney Bead Ball necklace
4. 36 inch pearl necklace (i wear them daily!) around my wrist too! Find at www.wordpress.com 5. Kate Spade Bisous Black Trench Coat
6. Kate Spade “Pass the Shades” Scarf
7. Sauce Contour Print tee
8. Pink Succulents
9. 12 place settings of white Juliska
10. A Bouquet of Ranunculus
xox Mindy
