While attending an online creative writing class, Jenn and Madeleine were drawn to each other\u2019s inspiring work. After realizing they both lived in New York City they became instant friends. Their first time meeting in person was at the Guggenheim Museum. While walking through the exhibits they became so engrossed in their conversation that they didn\u2019t realize they were the last remaining guests for the day. When COVID began, Jenn had been making elaborate plans to propose at the New York Botanical Gardens. During this time the couple realized that having each other was more important than a perfect plan. One day, Jenn dashed out of their apartment, telling Madeleine she would quickly return. Jenn found the nearest bodega, snagged a bouquet of flowers, and proposed in their apartment.<\/p>\n
Inspired by the blossoming colors of the Queens Botanical Garden, Jenn and Madeleine were influenced by this urban oasis to fulfill their dream of being surrounded by flowers on their wedding day. The focus was on greenery, with tones of peach, lavender and blush. Botanical details marked their signage, guest book, and seating chart. They also incorporated Jewish wedding traditions while making space to create a few new traditions of their own. The couple designed a hand-written ketubah. Together, Jenn and Madeleine signed it privately under an outdoor gazebo, and also chose to read it aloud during their wedding ceremony. Outdoors, a procession through the garden and across a pond took guests to their seats. Each bride was escorted down the aisle by both of her parents, leading to a white pergola. Bridesmaids wore mix-and-match dress styles in the prettiest warm pastel color palette with coordinating bouquets. Both brides wore complementary wedding gowns, one in a simple chiffon, and the other, in an effortless floral motif. Dreamy moments were captured afterward, as the couple stopped to pose among the rose gardens.<\/p>