Romantic Lavender, Navy & Gold Wedding at Kanopi at Opus Westchester: Elizabeth & Lonnie’s Real Wedding
There’s something about a late-summer wedding that feels like a deep exhale, the anticipation of 8 months of planning finally arriving at a single golden afternoon. That’s exactly what Elizabeth and Lonnie’s August 14th wedding at Kanopi at Opus Westchester felt like: warm, joyful, and unmistakably them.
Three years ago, a mutual friend introduced Elizabeth and Lonnie, never guessing, probably, that the introduction would lead to a wedding day full of family, friends, and a dance floor no one wanted to leave.
A Romantic, Elegant & Modern Wedding Vision
Elizabeth and Lonnie’s wedding was built around a romantic, elegant, and modern vibe, brought to life through a signature palette of lavender, navy, and gold. With an intimate guest count of 60, every detail, from the seating chart to the florals, could feel personal, warm, and true to the couple, rather than lost in a big crowd.
The Venue: Kanopi at Opus Westchester
The couple said “I do” at Kanopi at Opus Westchester, a Westchester wedding venue that gave the day the perfect blend of elegant indoor charm and open-air sophistication. From the moment planning began, the goal was to make the space feel like an extension of Elizabeth and Lonnie’s story, polished, but never stiff.
Wedding Planning Timeline: From First Call to “I Do”
Every wedding has a personality, and this one was built on organization and heart in equal measure. Planning kicked off with a first call in December, and by January, Elizabeth and Lonnie had found their perfect venue. From there, momentum built fast, with a detailed couple’s checklist and a running list of action items keeping everything on track. The details stacked up beautifully:
∙ A color-coded run-of-show kept every moment of the day on track
∙ A custom catering allergy guide, organized table by table, so every guest could enjoy the meal worry-free
∙ An alphabetical seating chart and floorplan, refined with image overlays to get every sightline right
∙ Coordination with the venue on six additional insured vendor entities, ensuring every partner was properly covered
∙ A DJ cue sheet and a family photo timeline built specifically for the photo and video team, so no shot or introduction was left to chance
Lavender, Blue & Gold Wedding Florals and Décor
Melissa of Luna Luxe Events brought the palette to life with ocean song roses, blue delphiniums, lavender roses, and blue thistle, layered with ruscus for a lush, romantic texture. Soft candlelight throughout the space added to the elegant, modern feel the couple envisioned. Elizabeth carried a clean, classic white bouquet, while her bridesmaids each carried a mixed arrangement in the wedding’s lavender, navy, and gold tones, a beautiful visual thread that tied the whole wedding party together.
Meet the Wedding Vendor Team
No wedding comes together without the right people in the room, and this one had a standout lineup:
∙ Officiant: Said with Love Officiant
∙ DJ: Nemo Da Gr3at
∙ Photo & Video: Necker Dorlice Studios
∙ Florals: Luna Luxe Events
∙ Venue: Kanopi Events
∙ Violinist: Priya DeBerry
∙ Stationery: Minted and Smash Media NYC
∙ Photo Booth: NY Mirror Photo Booth
Signature Wedding Cocktails
No celebration is complete without a signature cocktail (or three). Guests sipped on Aphrodite’s Kiss, also known as the Queen Elizabeth Fizz; Rye Not to Whiskey, also known as Whiskey Willow; and Spicy Margarita, also known as Lonnie’s Lava Rita, three signature sips that kept the celebration flowing all night.
The Wedding Party
Elizabeth stood surrounded by her bridesmaids while Lonnie was flanked by groomsmen.
The Reception Moment Everyone Felt
Every wedding has a moment where the room shifts, where the planning fades into the background and pure joy takes over. For Elizabeth and Lonnie, that moment came mid-reception, once the dance floor was already open, when DJ Nemo Da Gr3at dropped the reggae anthem “I Am Blessed.” The floor erupted. Guests poured in from every corner of the room, napkins waving in the air, voices rising over the horns, young and old, all moving together. It was the kind of moment no run-of-show can fully plan for, just the right song, at the right time, for the right couple.
On the Wedding Day
Guests were hosted nearby at the Residence Inn, keeping the celebration close-knit for the weekend. Behind the scenes, the day was brought to life by Tanya and her coordination team members, who made sure every detail from the run-of-show made it off the page and into the moment.
From the violin notes drifting through the ceremony to the reggae-fueled dance floor that had every guest on their feet, Elizabeth and Lonnie’s wedding was a beautiful reminder of what happens when thoughtful planning meets two people who are simply meant to be.
What Elizabeth & Lonnie Are Saying About Their Wedding Planner
Just eight months before their wedding, Elizabeth and Lonnie weren’t even sure their August 14th date would happen. After a friend referred them to Happy Planning Events, that changed fast:
“From helping us contact our perfect wedding venue to planning every single detail of our wedding day, Tanya made the entire process feel easy and stress-free… I never had to worry about anything leading up to the wedding because Tanya had everything organized and completely under control.”
On the day itself, that preparation paid off:
“Tanya and her assistants were incredibly attentive to our needs and made sure everything ran smoothly so we could simply enjoy our special day.”
Their advice for other couples? Simple:
“If you’re looking for a wedding planner who is organized, responsive, knowledgeable, and truly cares about making your day special, I would definitely recommend Tanya and Happy Planning Events.”
Liz and Lonnie
Congratulations again, Elizabeth and Lonnie, thank you for letting Happy Planning Events be part of your story!
Planning a wedding in NYC, NJ, or the tristate area? Happy Planning Events would love to help bring your vision to life, just like we did for Elizabeth and Lonnie. Get in touch today to start planning your own real wedding story.
