downtown romance

In the heart of downtown Manhattan, a moody winter wedding at the Bowery Hotel unfolded like a Lana Del Rey song—romantic, sultry, and steeped in old-world glamor. Inspired by the raw energy of the city, we created a celebration that felt both cinematic and deeply personal.

Guests entered a candlelit dreamscape filled with deep, dramatic florals in shades of oxblood, midnight plum, and inky black, accented by flickers of antique gold and silver. Black velvet linens cloaked the tables, creating a lush, tactile contrast against glowing taper candles.

Every detail, from the noir-inspired portraits to the late-night espresso martinis. was a love letter to downtown grit and glamor. Moody, magnetic, and unforgettable.

photos by: Justin Jun Lee