New York City is known for having countless things to do and see at any given moment whether day or night. The city is unforgettable on Valentine’s Day. To help you feel the love this weekend, we’ve curated a list of our favorite events throughout the city.
An Evening at the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
Enjoy the sweet melodies of Schubert, Beethoven, and more as they ring throughout the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum. Starting at 4:30 p.m.,The Rivertown String Quartet will spend an hour romancing you and your Valentine in the double parlors with some of the most beautiful classic melodies known to man. Then, you will be transported to the “Gilded Age Glamour” of 1870-1900 with the opening of a fashion exhibition. Simply select this lovely link to learn more about the event and to purchase tickets for you and your Valentine. A perfectly stylish and chic evening!
(Image courtesy Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum)
Celebrate Love in Times Square
The red steps in Times Square are for much more than just people-watching. Say “I do” for the first time surrounded by couples and the city that brought you together or renew your vows on the red steps of Duffy Square at 6 p.m. This annual event will be sure to become part of your yearly romantic rituals. For new couples, there’s something for you as well. Surprise proposals pop up on the big screen throughout the day. (Perhaps one may be your own!)
Discover your favorite works of art with a Valentine Tour at MoMA. If artistry by some of the world’s masters takes your breath away, this may be the perfect event. A glass of wine as well as Caviar-and-Dill-Topped Salmon Rillettes Crostini and other incredible hors d’oeuvres will greet you and your sweetheart when you enter the museum. Once you’ve mingled with the other guests, an art historian will take you through multiple rare pieces including the original “The Starry Night” by Vincent Van Gogh. Get ready to lose yourself in one of the world’s most impressive collections.
Not planning to be in New York City? Sit tight--we’ll share unique gifts and experiences for couples around the U.S. soon...
White can be symbolic of new beginnings, purity, and the start of a new life together in many cultures. It's also associated with traditional wedding ceremonies in Christianity. The tradition of wearing white wedding gowns has both historical and cultural roots. Queen Victoria is often credited with popularizing the white wedding dress in the 19th century when she married Prince Albert in a white gown. Select this lovely little link to read an in-depth article featured in Brides that highlights the history of Queen Victoria’s choice to wear a white wedding dress.
Wondering how to find your perfect fit in wedding gowns? Typically wedding dress sizes can be different from regular clothing sizes. Wedding dress sizing often follows its own set of sizing charts, and may differ from one bridal designer or brand to another. Wedding dress sizes often run smaller than regular clothing sizes, meaning that a bride may need to choose a wedding dress size that is larger than her usual size.
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SIZE
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BUST
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WAIST
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HIP
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2
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33 1/2
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26
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36
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4
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34 1/2
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27
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37
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6
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35 1/2
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28
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38
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8
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36 1/2
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29
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39
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10
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37 1/2
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30
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40
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12
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39
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31 1/2
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41 1/2
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