Here at Cupcakes Couture, we just adore a good love story. That’s why whenever we provide the desserts for a couple on their special day, we ask them to share theirs with us. This is the story of Lisa and Lawrence…
Lisa remembers the first time she knew that Lawrence was The One. They were sitting on the steps of an old cathedral by their Columbia University campus. “We both had a ton of work to do for school, yet we kept sitting there talking, procrastinating, for hours. I remember thinking he was so easy to talk to and how much I didn’t want to leave.”
With Lisa studying brand development and Lawrence focusing on real estate, it was not likely that the two would cross paths. It was a few mutual friends and a little good luck that brought the two together. In fact, their first date was almost by accident. The two students were supposed to grab a bite and see a movie with friends, but it just so happened that everyone canceled at the last minute and it ended up just being the two of them. The rest is history…
“Lawrence proposed on my birthday at the Central Park ice skating rink after a fantastic dinner at Mario Batali’s restaurant Babbo. We were skating around when he said his boot was loose, so we skated over to the side. I wasn’t really paying attention as he bent down to tie his laces but when I looked over, he had the most beautiful ring out.”
Lisa and Lawrence were married at the Terranea in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. “It’s breath taking! As soon as I got there, I knew this was the place. The grounds are immaculate, the view is stunning and the food is amazing!”
Their wedding colors were dark purple/plum, silver/charcoal and white because Lisa’s favorite color has always been purple.
“All of the desserts were custom colored for my wedding and they were delicious! [Cupcakes Couture gave a] beautiful presentation from genuinely nice people.”
“After tasting the desserts, it was a pretty easy decision and everyone was so accommodating and nice.”
Lawrence, a travel guru, is already planning their 1 year trip. “He pretty much started planning it when we returned from our honeymoon! Although it’s still far away, it’s nice to have something amazing to look forward to! ”
Wedding Coordinator, Jeannie Savage from Details Details “is absolutely amazing. I would recommend her to anyone planning their wedding-so nice, professional and knows how to keep everything moving!”
Lisa, a California native, and Lawrence are currently residing in New York because “we both really love it here. There is so much to do, so much to eat! But, long term we plan to move back to California, hopefully Southern and hopefully somewhere on the West side. I will keep my fingers crossed!!”
Wedding Planner: Jeannie from Details Details
Dessert Table: Cupcakes Couture
Photographer: Brandon Kidd Photography
Florist: Fayaz Chamadia from Bloombox
Dress: by Marisa purchased at Kleinfelds in NY
Videographer: Brian Press from Impressive Creations
