Kathryn and Lee first met at a costume party in college, and despite being fully dressed-up, their attraction to one another could not be disguised. “We looked at each other and there was definitely that instant connection that you think you only see in the movies,” recalls Kathryn.
That instant connection turned into a relationship, and a few years later on an August morning, Lee convinced Kathryn to join him for one last boat-ride before she left for her second year of medical school. Though she was exhausted, “Kate wearily and reluctantly obliged,” says Lee. With Lee leading the way, the two walked out to Coatue, a deserted sand barrier at the front of of the harbor. Lee got down on one knee and popped the question. “With two seagulls as our witnesses,” they recall.
Kathryn and Lee were married at The Metropolitan Club in March. Below, they share their wedding-planning journey.
What wedding planning decision was the easiest one to make?
Honeymoon in Morocco.
What was the most difficult?
The details of the ceremony. We had a big debate about seating in the round versus a traditional aisle. We decided that the walk down the long aisle was special, so we went traditional.
Did anything surprise you?
How calm we both were. We anticipated more nerves, but we were just so happy!
Do you have any advice to share with couples who are in the throes of wedding planning?
Do not sweat any details. It’s all about the experience and the love of family and friends. If you keep that in mind it will all work out perfectly.
What was the most unique detail at your wedding?
The awesome photo booth! It had a flamingo backdrop and guests were able to create gifs. Everyone of all ages had so much fun with it and you could tell by the photos that it was used the entire time.
There was definitely that instant connection that you think you only see in the movies.
Kathryn
It’s all about the experience and the love of family and friends. If you keep that in mind it will all work out perfectly.
Kathryn
We anticipated more nerves, but we were just so happy!
Kathryn
Credits
- Photographer Joanna Toto
- Second Photographer Jean-Pierre Uys
- Planning Sidekick Events
- Cake & Catering The Metropolitan Club
- Dress Pronovias
- Floral Design Glorimundi
- Hair & Makeup Face Time Beauty
- Lighting Frost Lighting
- Music Starlight Orchestra
- Stationery Sloane Madureira for Day of Goods
- Venue The Metropolitan Club
