The Ceremony

The Jewish ceremony took place in the Imperial Ballroom. As the sun went down, the room glowed in candlelight. Dressed in a Richard Glasgow gown, Stefanie processed down an aisle lined with rocks and candles toward a huppah that was dramatically adorned with flowering quince branches and candelabra filled with gardenias. Guests received programs inspired by a restaurant menu: gold cards decorated with a simple orchid. I loved the cover, says Stefanie of the restaurant menu. I saved it for years thinking at some point in my life I would use it. Inside, the program explained the Jewish ceremony in great detail for the many family and friends unfamiliar with the customs and traditions.