Belle Mer

Linnea and I went down to Newport, RI last Saturday for a couple of client meetings. (Take a look at Sunday's and Monday's posts below for even more photos from the day.)

One of Linnea's brides is getting married at Belle Mer in Newport this summer. It's located on Goat Island, which is just off the mainland and faces Naragansett bay. I had never been and was impressed with the simple elegance of the place. It feels like a mix of Newport, Miami, and The Hamptons all in one. There are huge windows which let in amazing light, a cool fireplace, beautiful arches, and a great outdoor area for ceremonies. The only thing missing is more property so the photographer and the couple can get away for some more intimate photos.

Belle Mer is owned by Longwood Events, who run the State Room and Veronique. Here are few photos I grabbed during our tour....

The Liberty Hotel

Linnea and I were recently invited to a party at the new Liberty Hotel, Boston. What an impressive & unique piece of architecture...and an amazing place for a wedding reception!

The hotel is carved out of a 19th century jail located at the foot of historic Beacon Hill. The amazing central atrium soars 90 feet in the air and contains a hoppin' lobby bar, 3 levels of exposed catwalks, and 4 beautiful circular widows. Plus off the atrium there's also the hotel restaurant, Clink and a nightclub, Alibi.

They've preserved much of the jail's original "charm", as you can see from some of quick photos I snapped w/ my iphone....