Sleepy Hollow Country Club Wedding – Natalie & Billy
Some weddings feel like they were plucked straight from a storybook. Natalie and Billy’s Sleepy Hollow Country Club wedding was one of those rare celebrations where everything — the setting, the love story, the details — came together in a way that felt almost impossibly perfect.
Their Love Story
Natalie and Billy first crossed paths on Fire Island over Fourth of July weekend in 2013. But as fate would have it, a series of missed calls and near-misses kept them apart. It wasn’t until the early winter of 2014 that they finally reconnected in New York City. Their first official date was at The Wren in the East Village, and from that evening on, both knew they had found something special. After living together for a year in lower Chelsea, Billy planned an intimate proposal in a private room at Marta, one of their favorite restaurants. She said yes, and the planning began.
Why Sleepy Hollow Country Club
Natalie had a clear vision for her wedding day: rustic elegance. The moment she and Billy visited Sleepy Hollow Country Club, they knew their search was over. Situated just 30 miles outside Manhattan along the Hudson River, the venue offers sprawling waterfront views, the historic early-1900s Vanderbilt mansion, and a beautifully appointed tent — all with the feeling of a world far removed from the city. When they learned that August 4th was available, it felt like a sign: it was the birthday of Billy’s late grandfather, adding a deeply personal layer of meaning to the date.
Bridal Style and Getting Ready
Natalie was absolutely stunning in a Rita Vinieris gown with a Monique Lhuillier detachable over-skirt — a look that perfectly balanced classic bridal beauty with modern sophistication. Her Tabitha Simmons shoes and Jennifer Behr earrings completed the picture. Billy looked every bit the gentleman in a custom-tailored suit from Zohreh Uomo with Salvatore Ferragamo shoes. All day long, the two of them couldn’t take their eyes off each other.
The Ceremony and Reception
The outdoor ceremony took place on the manicured grounds at sunset, with the Hudson River stretching out behind them and golden light filtering through the trees. Following cocktail hour on the lawn, guests moved into the tent for dinner and dancing. The Marcus Reid Band from Hank Lane kept the energy high all night. As the evening wound down, guests gathered around fire pits on the lawn for late-night snacks under the stars.
A Fairy Tale Ending
After their fairy tale wedding, Natalie and Billy jetted off for a two-week honeymoon traveling through Italy and Greece. As we like to say: once in a while, in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairy tale.
Natalie and Billy, thank you for letting us be part of your extraordinary day. May the love and happiness you felt on that August evening shine through all the years ahead.
Vendors
- Venue: Sleepy Hollow Country Club
- On-Site Venue Coordinator: Stephanie Evans
- Wedding Dress Designers: Rita Vinieris gown & Monique Lhuillier detachable over-skirt
- Wedding Dress Purchase: Wedding Salon of Manhasset
- Bridal Shoes: Tabitha Simmons
- Bridal Earrings: Jennifer Behr
- Flowers: Forever in Bloom
- Band: Hank Lane – Marcus Reid Band
- Videographer: Halo Video
- Bridal Hair: LRN Beauty
- Bridal Makeup: Susy Verdecia-Paz (ArtSVP Makeup)
- Bridal Party Hair: Brittany Digiac (Hair by Britt)
- Bridal Party Makeup: Laura Melissa
- Groom’s Tux: Custom from Zohreh Uomo
- Groom’s Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo
- Wedding Cake: Conti’s Pastry Shoppe
- Tent Air Conditioning: AirPac
