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An Elegant Formal Wedding in Stamford, CT

The Bride Brooke Gomberg, 28, luxury director at Hearst Digital Media The Groom Michael Adam Weissman, 30, vice president of Globe International Corpo

The Bride Brooke Gomberg, 28, luxury director at Hearst Digital Media The Groom Michael Adam Weissman, 30, vice president of Globe International Corporation The Date July 10 With a Hamptons-meets-city theme in mind for their summer wedding, Brooke and Michael picked a black, white and fuchsia color palette, and leaned toward a contemporary style.

The Bombay-style huppah was draped with fabric, hydrangeas and roses. It was set in the center of the room so guests could sit in a circle around the couple.
Brooke wore a silk satin organza dress with a jeweled neckline and amazing details all the way around to the back.
The couple ordered super-simple menu cards and dressed them up with their custom monogram.
A hexagon-shaped cake was modern and unexpected, as was the topper of oversize rings. Bedazzled centers on the black bows were another sparkly touch.
Brooke carried a modern and simple all-white bouquet of phalaenopsis orchids and roses.
Two flowing styles of long black dresses were both comfortable and classic.
Brooke and Michael say they picked Babyface’s “Every Time I Close My Eyes” because it’s the perfect song to describe their relationship.
To appease both Brooke’s and Michael’s different styles, the centerpieces alternated between low, lush arrangements and more opulent ones.
Tall crystal candelabras topped with lamp shades were more in line with Brooke’s personal style.
Guests’ names and table numbers were written onto mirrors and hung within this jaw-dropping display of ribbons, crystals, candles and roses.
The table numbers were set in ornate glass frames.
The couple’s monogram appeared on their round, scallop-edged programs, which doubled as fans.