— A Dark Affair —
In the cathedral shadows
a vow was whispered

Vivienne & Dorian

Saturday, December 11, 2027
St. Paul's Chapel at Columbia University
New York, NY
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Cathedral Ceremony · Dancing by Candlelight
Our Story

Written in Candlelight

Vivienne and Dorian
— The Chapel at Midnight, Winter 2024 —
  1. 2019

    The Gallery

    They met at a gallery opening in the Lower East Side. The room was full of strangers, and one painting stopped them both. Dorian noticed her standing in front of it first. Vivienne noticed him noticing. Neither moved for eleven minutes.

  2. 2021

    The Estate

    A weekend trip to a crumbling estate upstate became the weekend that changed everything. Rain kept them indoors. They read aloud by a fireplace that barely worked, drank wine from mismatched glasses, and talked until the candles burned out.

  3. 2024

    The Question

    On a winter evening in an empty chapel lit by a hundred candles, Dorian knelt on the stone floor and asked the only question that mattered. He had carried the ring for five months, waiting for a moment that felt like it belonged only to them.

  4. 2027

    The Vow

    And now, beneath vaulted arches and the glow of a thousand flames, surrounded by every soul who shaped their story, they will speak the words aloud. The cathedral has been waiting.

The Dark Particulars

Wedding Details

4:00 PM

Ceremony

  • St. Paul's Chapel at Columbia University
  • 1160 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027
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6:00 PM

Reception

  • The Cathedral Hall
  • Reception follows immediately after the ceremony
The Attire

Dark Romance Black Tie

  • Rich and dark jewel tones encouraged. No beige
  • Ceremony and reception are indoors on stone floors
Getting There

Shuttle Service

  • Complimentary from The Blackstone Manor
  • Departing 3:00 PM
  • Returning at 11:30 PM
Access & Comfort

Everyone Reaches the Chapel

The chapel is old, but every part of the evening is reachable. Here is exactly what to expect.

  • Step-free entry

    The Amsterdam Avenue entrance is step-free, and a ramp to the left of the main doors reaches the chapel floor. Stewards are posted there from 3:15.

  • Seating

    Pews are cushioned and seating is set for the whole ceremony. Chairs with backs and armrests are reserved in the rear aisle and along the wall of the Cathedral Hall. Tell any steward and they will seat you there.

  • Accessible restroom

    Ground floor of the Cathedral Hall, through the arch to the right of the bar. No steps between it and the chapel.

  • Parking & drop-off

    Valet takes cars at the Amsterdam Avenue gate, about 60 feet (18 metres) from the chapel doors and level the whole way. The Blackstone Manor shuttle stops at the same gate.

  • Underfoot

    • Stone

    Stone floors throughout. They're beautiful but hard, and slick in places, with a shallow lip at the chapel threshold. A flat or a broad heel will serve you far better than a stiletto.

If anything here would make your evening easier, write to us at info@thornbloomstudio.com. Nothing is a bother.

Travel & Stay

Journey to the Manor

Map of venue area
The lay of the land · New York, NY

Accommodations

  • 01

    The Blackstone Manor

    5 minutes from venue
    142 West 109th Street, New York, NY
    Mention code INTHESHADOWS for 10% off the group rate
  • 02

    The Lucerne Hotel

    15 minutes from venue
    201 West 79th Street, New York, NY
    Classic Upper West Side charm
  • 03

    Hotel Beacon

    10 minutes from venue
    2130 Broadway, New York, NY
    Spacious suites near Central Park
Nearest Airport John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) 40 minutes from venue
The Order of Events

The Day

  1. 3:30 PM

    Guests Arrive

    Cocktails in the candlelit vestibule
  2. 4:00 PM

    Ceremony

    In the chapel, by candlelight
  3. 5:00 PM

    Cocktail Hour

    Dark florals, string quartet, signature cocktails
  4. 6:00 PM

    Dinner

    A gothic feast by candlelight
  5. 8:00 PM

    First Dance

    Beneath the vaulted arches
  6. 11:00 PM

    Last Dance

    A final waltz before midnight
The Long Weekend

Three Nights in the City

The wedding is Saturday, but the city is ours from Friday evening. Come for what you can.

  1. Friday, December 10, 2027

    • The Rehearsal Dinner

      6:00 PM
      The Cellar Room at The Blackstone Manor
      1160 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027

      Candles down the length of one table, and the speeches that will not survive Saturday.

      Cocktail, dark Immediate family and the wedding party
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    • Welcome Drinks

      9:00 PM
      The Library Bar at The Blackstone Manor
      1160 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027

      A nightcap by the fire for everyone who crossed a river or an ocean to be here.

      Come as you are, in black All guests. No reply needed, simply appear
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  2. Saturday, December 11, 2027

    • The Wedding

      4:00 PM
      St. Paul's Chapel
      1160 Amsterdam Ave

      Vows by candlelight in the chapel, then dinner and dancing in the Cathedral Hall.

      Dark Romance Black Tie All guests. Please RSVP on this page
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  3. Sunday, December 12, 2027

    • Farewell Brunch

      11:00 AM
      The Conservatory at Hotel Beacon
      1160 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027

      Coffee, something warm, and a full accounting of the night before.

      Sunglasses permitted All guests. Arrive any time before one
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The Inner Circle

The Wedding Party

Her Court

Portrait of Ophelia Ashworth, Maid of Honour
Ophelia Ashworth
Maid of Honour
Sister of the bride, who always knew first
Portrait of Lilith Marchetti, Bridesmaid
Lilith Marchetti
Bridesmaid
Roommate, co-conspirator, keeper of secrets
Portrait of Celeste Duval, Bridesmaid
Celeste Duval
Bridesmaid
The friend who brought the candles to every gathering
Portrait of Isolde Crane, Bridesmaid
Isolde Crane
Bridesmaid
Childhood confidante and voice in the dark

His Court

Portrait of Remington Hale, Best Man
Remington Hale
Best Man
Brother of the groom, who still owes him a best man speech
Portrait of Harrison Voss, Groomsman
Harrison Voss
Groomsman
College roommate turned lifelong ally
Portrait of Byron Blackwell, Groomsman
Byron Blackwell
Groomsman
The one who dared him to speak to her
Portrait of Lucian Thorne, Groomsman
Lucian Thorne
Groomsman
Fellow architect, fellow romantic, fellow fool
From Afar

Watch by Candlelight, from Anywhere

For those who cannot reach the chapel, the chapel will reach you. We are streaming the ceremony live, opening fifteen minutes early so you are seated before the first candle is lit.

Saturday, December 11 · 4:00 PM Eastern
Streaming on Vimeo · link and passcode sent by email that morning
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Kindly Respond by Wednesday, July 28, 2027

RSVP

The Soundtrack

What haunts the dance floor?

Our DJ has a list. It is not a long list, and it is only about half good. Your votes, your ballads, and your unhinged 2 AM choices make it complete.

The floor is silent so far. Be the first to break it

    Leave a Word

    The Guest Book

      Your Questions

      Frequently Asked

      • Dark Romance Black Tie. Rich jewel tones, dark florals, and candlelit elegance. No beige. The venue is indoors, so wear your most dramatic shoes.
      • If your invitation includes a plus one, it will be noted on your RSVP. If you are unsure, write to us at info@thornbloomstudio.com and we will check the list happily.
      • This will be an adults-only evening. We hope this gives you a night to fully immerse in the celebration.
      • Valet parking is available at the venue. A shuttle will also run between The Blackstone Manor and the chapel throughout the evening.
      • Please respond by July 28, 2027. You can RSVP right here on this page.
      • The ceremony and reception are both indoors within the chapel and its adjoining halls. Candlelit throughout.
      • You can reach us directly at info@thornbloomstudio.com. Dietary needs, travel trouble, a question about getting into the chapel: nothing is too small. We read every message.
      With Gratitude

      Registry

      Your presence is gift enough. Should you wish to honour us further, we have curated a small list.

      01
      Zola
      Our curated wishlist
      02
      Crate and Barrel
      For the home we are building
      03
      Honeymoon Fund
      Help us disappear to the Amalfi Coast
      While You're Here

      The City, If You Have a Day

      A few places we love, for the hours between the events.

      • Coffee & pastry

        Vespers Coffee House

        4 minutes from venue

        No wifi, no music, no hurry. Order the strudel and stay too long.

      • Cocktails

        The Sable Room

        9 minutes from venue

        Below street level, lit by three lamps, poured with a heavy hand.

      • An hour lost

        Athenaeum Books

        7 minutes from venue

        Four narrow rooms of secondhand poetry. You will not leave on schedule.

      • The view

        Morningside Overlook

        5 minutes from venue

        Stone steps and a long view east. Go at dusk, when the whole city turns gold.

      • Dinner

        The Nightingale

        12 minutes from venue

        Red banquettes, low light, and a wine list longer than the menu.

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