A Woodsy, Fall Wedding in the Catskills at The Woodhouse Lodge in Greenville, New York

Samantha and Benjamin (Ben) selected their wedding date for a very special reason: It was their Bernese Mountain dog, Basket’s, second birthday. As such, they joked that the day was “Basket’s very expensive birthday party.” The other (read: real) theme for the day was “New York, We Love You”—a given for longtime Brooklynites . The duo planned their Catskills event as a sensory experience for guests, focusing on fun for each decision, from the timeline to the lively music. Samantha and Ben exchanged vows beneath a custom-made chuppah that mimicked the framing of a chapel or home. While the color palette itself was very green, so were the eco-friendly digital invites. 

From the moment guests arrived to the cocktail hour (which took place preceremony), drool-worthy scents from open-air catering team Heirloom Fire filled the outdoor space. As part of their experiential vision for the day, the couple tapped guests to bartend. On offer were hot toddies and warm apple cider, as well as pour-over coffee. It was important to the pair that their menu be vegan, gluten-free, regionally sourced and organic.