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5 of Our Favorites: Romantic Jewish Weddings in Italy

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Salome and Jonathan‘s Jewish Wedding in Tuscany | Photo by Colle Photo 

From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the historic charm of Rome and the breathtaking beauty of the Amalfi Coast, there’s no place like Italy. And that’s why this week we’re whisking you away with 5 of our favorite Jewish weddings in Italy!

Italy provides the perfect backdrop for a dreamy Jewish wedding, and we love the way all five of these gorgeous celebrations blend timeless traditions with the stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of Italy. We’re thrilled to share these unforgettable celebrations with you and offer inspiration for your own Italian wedding dream!

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Salome and Jonathan‘s Jewish Wedding in Tuscany | Photo by Colle Photo 

Salome and Jonathan’s Jewish Wedding at Villa Maiano, Florence, Italy

Ah, Tuscany – there’s really no place like it. The rolling hills, the sunlight, the food – it’s no wonder Salome and Jonathan chose Florence’s Villa di Maiano for their Jewish wedding.

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Salome and Jonathan‘s Jewish Wedding in Tuscany | Photo by Colle Photo 

The whole day positively exudes Tuscan charm from start to finish and we’re obsessed with all the gorgeous details, from the outdoor chuppah to the fabulous florals (don’t miss the epic floral chuppah!) and tablescapes.

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Salome and Jonathan‘s Jewish Wedding in Tuscany | Photo by Colle Photo 

The whole day was captured so perfectly by Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Colle Photo. Every shot looks like it could’ve come straight out of a glossy magazine, and needless to say Salome and Jonathan are thrilled with the results.

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Alicia and Arcady‘s Jewish Wedding on the Amalfi Coast | Photo by Gianni di Natale 

Alicia and Arcady’s Jewish Wedding at Belmond Caruso, Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Italy

When wedding dreams come true… we love that Alicia and Arcady went from joking about what a great wedding venue the majestic Belmond Caruso would make for their very hypothetical Jewish wedding to tying the knot there four years later! 

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Alicia and Arcady‘s Jewish Wedding on the Amalfi Coast | Photo by Gianni di Natale 

Not that you need a sentimental reason to justify a venue as outrageously gorgeous as this one — it’s basically everything the words “Amalfi Coast” probably conjure up for you, and then some. With a sweet floral chuppah overlooking the sea and an intimate outdoor reception with some serious Midsummer Night’s Dream vibes, this day was planned to perfection by Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Primavera Dreams.

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Alicia and Arcady‘s Jewish Wedding on the Amalfi Coast | Photo by Gianni di Natale 

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5 of Our Favorites: Spectacular NYC Jewish Weddings That Capture the Best of the City

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Ali and Andrew‘s NYC Jewish Wedding at Ziegfeld Ballroom, New York, New York | Photo by Sarah Marian’s Photography

Have we got a treat for you! This week, we’re diving into the vibrant energy and timeless elegance of the Big Apple and showcasing 5 of our favorite NYC Jewish weddings. 

New York City is a place like no other, offering a perfect blend of modern style, cultural richness, and iconic venues. From chuppahs with sweeping skyline views to chic ballroom receptions in the heart of Manhattan, these weddings showcase the best of what NYC has to offer.

Each celebration is uniquely inspired by the city’s dynamic spirit, while staying true to the beauty of Jewish traditions. We’re thrilled to share these unforgettable NYC weddings with you and offer some incredible ideas for your own city celebration!

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Jesse and Craig‘s NYC Jewish Wedding at the New York Public Library | Photo by Dave Robbins

Jesse and Craig’s Jewish Wedding at the New York Public Library

It doesn’t get much cooler than Jessie and Craig’s New York City nuptials. Their Jewish wedding has it all. The glamour, the style, the chic, and the unique. 

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Jesse and Craig‘s NYC Jewish Wedding at the New York Public Library | Photo by Dave Robbins

And what with getting married in the iconic New York Public Library, I haven’t even begun to tell you about how well-executed their literary bookish theme is. I’m talking real-life librarians helping guests find their seats, library card catalogue escort cards, and a chuppah made entirely out of antique books! But wait, it gets better. Their chuppah was topped with hundreds of lightbulbs, so when it came to smashing the glass at the end of the ceremony, the groom picked out a light bulb from their chuppah to smash, and swiftly stamped on it. 

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Jesse and Craig‘s NYC Jewish Wedding at the New York Public Library | Photo by Dave Robbins

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Ali and Andrew‘s NYC Jewish Wedding at the Ziegfeld Ballroom | Photo by Sarah Marian’s Photography

Ali and Andrew’s Jewish Wedding at Ziegfeld Ballroom, New York, New York

Ali and Andrew’s Jewish wedding was just SO gloriously NYC, and we are here for it! They opted to make it official at the iconic Ziegfeld Ballroom, and took advantage of the prime Midtown location for some incredible couple’s shoots on the streets of NYC and in Central Park. Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Sarah Merians Photography captured it all so perfectly!

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Ali and Andrew‘s NYC Jewish Wedding at Ziegfeld Ballroom, New York, New York | Photo by Sarah Marian’s Photography

We’re also obsessed with Ali and Andrew’s exquisite Art Deco-inspired chuppah, featuring florals in blue, purple, pink, and white – and we love that the pair opted to have their chuppah in the round so everyone could feel like part of the ceremony.

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Ali and Andrew‘s NYC Jewish Wedding at Ziegfeld Ballroom, New York, New York | Photo by Sarah Marian’s Photography

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5 of our Favorite Same-Sex Jewish Weddings

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Adam and Curtis‘s DIY Gay Jewish Wedding | Photo by Libby Christensen 

Welcome back to “5 of Our Favorites,” our series where we highlight five breathtaking Jewish weddings, all centered around a unique theme. This week, we’re celebrating love with 5 of our favorite same-sex Jewish weddings.

Same-sex couples have long awaited the opportunity to celebrate their love in a way that honors both their commitment to each other and their Jewish traditions, and these weddings are a true testament to that beautiful fusion.

From intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations, each of these weddings is filled with meaningful rituals, love, and joy, showcasing how LGBTQ+ couples are weaving their own unique stories into the fabric of Jewish tradition. We’re so excited to share these incredible celebrations with you and highlight the power of love, inclusivity, and community.

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Max and Zach‘s Pioneering Modern Orthodox Same-Sex Wedding | Photo by David Perlman 

Max and Zach’s Pioneering Modern Orthodox Same Sex Wedding at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, New York, USA

Same-sex Orthodox weddings are still in their early years, and we love that Max and Zach – along with their officiant, Rabbi Avram Mlotek – are at the forefront. The pair worked with their rabbi to craft a ceremony that aligned with their values as Modern Orthodox Jews AND as members of the LGBTQ+ community.

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Max and Zach‘s Pioneering Modern Orthodox Same-Sex Wedding | Photo by David Perlman 

While much of the ceremony looked like any traditional Jewish wedding, one difference is that instead of a traditional ketubah, Max and Zach opted to use a Shtar Shutafut, a Halachic Partnership Contract, to formalize their marriage. The couple worked with Rabbi Mlotek on the text. They also exchanged rings under the chuppah, and each smashed a glass before guests danced the night away to music by Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Azamra DJ.

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Max and Zach‘s Pioneering Modern Orthodox Same-Sex Wedding | Photo by David Perlman 

It’s so heartwarming to see how Max and Zach were able to craft the wedding of their dreams, without having to compromise on any aspect of their identities.

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Charlotte and Ellie‘s Same-Sex Jew-ish Wedding | Photo by Dale Weeks 

Charlotte and Ellie’s Same-Sex Jew-ish Industrial Vintage Wedding at St Pancras Renaissance, London

Charlotte and Ellie wanted a dramatic and industrial meets romantic, dark florals-vibe for their big day, and they found the perfect venue in the iconic St Pancras Renaissance Hotel in London. 

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Charlotte and Ellie‘s Same-Sex Jew-ish Wedding | Photo by Dale Weeks 

We simply adore the moody aesthetic and jewel-toned theme; Charlotte and Ellie’s vintage-industrial look made their whole day so quirky and unique, but still so chic and stunning.

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Charlotte and Ellie‘s Same-Sex Jew-ish Wedding | Photo by Dale Weeks 

The attention to detail from artistic bride Ellie was simply phenomenal. Each item was carefully and lovingly picked with the theme in mind: the home-designed invitations, the rust-coloured chairs, the Victoriana table decorations and whole flower stems strewn down the aisle. The style extended to the brides’ outfits, which were simply beautiful and perfectly in keeping with the tone and theme of the wedding.

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5 of Our Favorite Themed Jewish Weddings

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Rita and Tal‘s Superhero-Themed Jewish Wedding | Photo by Yarin Taranos 

Welcome back to “5 of Our Favorites,” where we bring you a curated selection of beautiful Jewish weddings. This week, in honor of Purim,  we’re bringing you 5 of our favorite themed Jewish weddings!

These weddings take personalization to a whole new level, with couples choosing fun, bold, and unique themes to make their big day truly unforgettable. From a colorful carnival extravaganza to epic Marvel superhero celebrations, Star Wars-inspired galas, globetrotting travel themes, and literary-inspired events, each wedding in this collection brings its theme to life in the most joyful and meaningful way.

We can’t wait to share these imaginative, one-of-a-kind weddings with you, and hopefully spark some fun ideas for your own themed celebration!

Talia and Danny‘s Carnival-themed Jewish Wedding | Photo by Shimmy Lautman

Talia and Danny’s DIY Carnival Backyard Jewish Wedding in Los Angeles, California, USA

Plenty of couples choose themes, and pull them off beautifully, but the level of dedication this couple put into their carnival Jewish wedding is just off the charts. We’re not just talking about a wedding that hints at a fair aesthetic; Talia and Danny actually set up a full-on carnival in the bride’s parents’ backyard. We’re talking a Ferris wheel, games (complete with life-sized stuffed animal prizes!), photo booths, claw machines, a balloon artist and a stilt walker… and that’s just the beginning!

Talia and Danny‘s Carnival-themed Jewish Wedding | Photo by Shimmy Lautman

Even more impressive is how much of the work the couple — along with Talia’s family — put in themselves, from artistic details to heavy-duty stuff like wiring. With the help of their multitalented florist, Dawn of Tularosa Flowers — who did so much more than just florals — the pair made their dream into a reality, with everything from the big stuff (that Ferris wheel!) to the smallest details (the floral centerpieces were inside popcorn containers — genius).

Talia and Danny‘s Carnival-themed Jewish Wedding | Photo by Shimmy Lautman

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Rita and Tal‘s Superhero-Themed Jewish Wedding | Photo by Yarin Taranos 

Rita and Tal’s Superhero-Themed Jewish Wedding during Hanukkah, Grace, Rishon LeZion, Israel

Rita and Tal adore the Marvel Universe. How much, exactly? So much that they chose to theme their wedding around their love of superheroes!

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Rita and Tal‘s Superhero-Themed Jewish Wedding | Photo by Yarin Taranos 

And they really went all out! Their invitations featured a custom drawing of the pair as superheroes, the rest of their stationery cleverly carried on the theme, and at their reception they had all kinds of superhero props, from masks to balloons to Captain America armor!

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Rita and Tal‘s Superhero-Themed Jewish Wedding | Photo by Yarin Taranos 

As if that weren’t fun enough, Rita and Tal also had a balloon artist making glow-in-the-dark balloon sculptures and hats for their guests on the dancefloor! Plus, they made their two dogs (decked out in little bride and groom costumes!) part of the action. 

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5 of Our Favorite Second-Time-Around Jewish Weddings

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Aviva and Alan‘s a Tuscan Jewish Wedding | Photo by  David Bastianoni

Welcome back to “5 of Our Favorites,” where we curate five stunning Jewish weddings centered around a certain theme. This week, we’re shining a light on love that blooms anew with 5 of our favorite second-time-around Jewish weddings.

In this post, we’re celebrating couples who are finding love again and embracing their second chance at happiness. These weddings are filled with meaningful traditions, heartfelt moments, and a unique sense of joy that only a second-time-around celebration can bring.

Whether it’s a more intimate affair or a grand celebration of a new chapter, these weddings showcase the beauty of love at every stage of life. We’re thrilled to share these inspiring stories and provide some heartfelt ideas for couples embarking on their second wedding journey.

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Andrea and Adam‘s Jewish Wedding at Carnegie Hall, NYC | Photo by Todd France and Phillip Van Nostrand 

Andrea and Adam’s Jewish Wedding at Carnegie Hall, NYC, New York, USA

We love seeing the choices top wedding pros make when it comes to their own big days – so naturally we were thrilled to see the fabulous NYC Jewish wedding of Andrea, founder of NYLUX Events, and Adam.

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Andrea and Adam‘s Jewish Wedding at Carnegie Hall, NYC | Photo by Todd France and Phillip Van Nostrand 

Thanks to her work in the industry, Andrea knows all of the city’s under-the-radar venues, and she and Adam chose to wed at one of the very best: Carnegie Hall. Although it’s one of New York’s most iconic music venues, it’s a hidden gem of an events space, with outdoor space, epic views, and a prime location near Central Park – and Andrea and Adam loved sharing it with their friends and family.

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Andrea and Adam‘s Jewish Wedding at Carnegie Hall, NYC | Photo by Todd France and Phillip Van Nostrand 

The couple wanted to keep their wedding elegant, classic, intimate, and fun – like a big dinner party – and with special details like a cocktail hour to open the wedding, personalized notes for all the guests, embroidered napkins with bespoke logos, and a last hour “after party” featuring bar carts and pizza on the dance floor, they achieved their goal and then some! 

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Aviva and Alan‘s a Tuscan Jewish Wedding | Photo by  David Bastianoni

Aviva and Alan’s Tuscan Jewish Wedding at the Great Synagogue of Florence and Villa Maiano, Tuscany, Italy

There’s nothing like a Tuscan wedding – and Aviva and Alan’s is one for the books! These two went all out in embracing the local color and charm of their oh-so-scenic environs, from the majestic Grand Synagogue of Florence where the chuppah took place to the dreamy reception at Villa di Maiano, nestled in the rolling hills of Tuscany.

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Aviva and Alan‘s a Tuscan Jewish Wedding | Photo by  David Bastianoni

Planning a destination wedding abroad is no easy feat, and Aviva and Alan wisely chose to work with planner extraordinaire Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Elegante by Michelle J to make their dream Jewish wedding weekend a reality.

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Aviva and Alan‘s a Tuscan Jewish Wedding | Photo by  David Bastianoni

Michelle brought in a team of nine coordinators who all worked to ensure that the couple and their guests were incredibly well looked after, not only on the wedding day but throughout the wonderful pre- and post-wedding events Aviva and Alan hosted for everyone. In particular, Michelle worked with the couple’s florist, Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Il Giardino delle Fate Flower Design, to style every space in a unique and beautiful way – starting with the welcome party, which was based on traditional Tuscan styling using lemons (lots of them) and blue chinoiserie. 

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