Isabel & Avi Married!

In August I had the privilege of coordinating Isabel and Avi's traditional Jewish ceremony, complete with Tisch (a toast for the groom, shown below), Kabbalat Panim (a pre-wedding reception where guests greet the bride as she "holds court,"also show below), Badeken (veiling ceremony and plate breaking to symbolize commitment), Kiddushin (betrothal ceremony, chuppah show below), Nuissin (the seven blessings and the breaking of the glass), and Seudat Mitzvah...the wedding feast, including the longest and liveliest Hora I have ever witnessed!






























I love the uniqueness of their tables. The jewel-toned flowers were arranged in antique silver urns and paired with coordinating votives. Instead of conventional table numbers, Isabel and Avi's table numbers had special significance to their relationship. Table "11.5"below represented their first date: November 5, 2006. They also included maracas and tambourines to get the dance party started, and keep it going late into the night. These were a HUGE hit, particularly during the conga line!
















































This picture, snapped by the bride's best friend, perfectly captures the joy and exuberance of the evening. Mazel Tov Isabel and Avi! Thanks for letting me be a part of your special day.




















My thanks to:

-Stacy, Michael, and the rest of the Jerry Ross Band

-Tami of Gerych's Distrinctive Florals

-Meyer Cohen and the staff of Sperber's Kosher Catering

-Rabbi Steven Rubenstein and the Congregation Beth Ahm