The Metropolitan Ballroom and Clubroom, with its tiered ballroom seating, prominent stage, massive crystal chandelier, and vintage mural, was the perfect venue. Once we presented the venue to them and discussed the possibilities, they were ready to commit.  

We staged an engagement photoshoot taken onsite which reflected the vibe they wanted for their wedding. Paige wore an olive sequin gown while Johnnie donned a tuxedo, and the pair posed with glasses of champagne and a piano setting. These photos were made into life-sized portraits that were custom-sized to fit within the venue’s existing moulding and placed throughout the foyer featuring the couple as the stars of the show. Outside, a movie poster welcome sign featuring Johnnie dipping Paige also gave guests a sense of the event to come.  

We took full advantage of the stage with a ten-piece band that performed during dinner as well as into the night. The jazz club vibe was also infused into the cocktail hour with a jazz trio, complete with a trumpet and lounge singer perched on the piano. Two magnificent champagne towers stood near the doors for the guests as they entered cocktail hour. Manhattans and Gin Gimlets, served in coupe glasses, were passed. 

The décor was extravagant and dramatic, with lavish florals (including a jaw-dropping floral tunnel) and striking gold accents against black backdrops. The dining tables were lavishly set with opulent décor, including smoke glassware, ornate chargers, gold flatware, and even a specialty bread plate. The linens were a gorgeous combo of rich velvet, brocades, and sequin overlay. On the upper level, thematic lounge groupings with deco furnishings and a gold front mirrored bar were arranged for guests to relax. Paige’s favorite color, olive green, was featured subtly throughout the design with olive green velvet napkins and table numbers, velvet invitation liner and silk ribbon, and the velvet ribbon on the cake. Even the seemingly simple cake was embossed with the retro patterning from the invitation suite.

The dinner service was just as high-end as the decor. It began with a relish tray presented in French service style by the servers. Rather than a traditional salad course, the couple opted for soup to be served instead. For the main course, guests dined on wagyu steak and sea bass. A special wine pairing accompanied each course to elevate the dining experience. For dessert, guests enjoyed mini French pastries and chocolate peanut butter wedding cake.

The extravagant, brilliant, and glamorous celebration was a captivating representation of Paige and Johnnie’s vision for their wedding.