There’s never been a better time to get married in New York City.
“Say I Do, NYC” premiered on Wednesday, October 6 at 8:30 p.m. on NYC life Channel 25, the official network of the City of New York. The series, sponsored by FashionableBride.com, goes behind the scenes with celebrity wedding planners, world-renowned fashion and cake designers as they uncover the secrets of planning a perfect wedding. The also provide tips on makeup, hairstyles, green wedding favors, wedding rings and more.
“New York is home to so many businesses, both large and small, devoted to making a happy couple’s wedding day one to remember,” said Diane Petzke, NYC Media’s general manager. “With “Say I Do, NYC,” we’re putting a spotlight on some of the local bridal boutiques, bakeries and event planners to help our viewers be inspired with ideas for their own special day.”
One lucky couple can win the chance of a lifetime through the show. From October 18-31, New York City couples can submit a video describing their love story to the “Say I Do, NYC Contest” for a chance to win their own special day with a ceremony at the city’s Marriage Bureau. Submitted entries should showcase the couple’s relationship and also how winning the contest could provide a start for their life together.
The grand prize, which is valued at $21,900, includes a wedding gown, headpiece and veil from The Wedding Salon of Manhasset, hairstyling by Ric Pipino, makeup by Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, a tuxedo and complete groom’s ensemble from Victor Talbots, flowers and floral design at the Marriage Bureau from L’Atelier Rouge Floral Designers and photography at the event from Camelot Studios.
“Say I Do, NYC” is hosted by husband and wife Matt Titus and Tamsen Fadal, former hosts of Lifetime’s “Matched in Manhattan” series and co-authors of Why Hasn’t He Called? and Why Hasn’t He Proposed? Titus is the founder of Matt’s Little Black Book, a relationship and date coaching service and Fadal is an Emmy-Award winning TV journalist and lifestyle expert.
Viewers will learn helpful tips from the New York City Marriage Bureau about ceremonies at the Office of the City Clerk. Episodes are available online after they air on the NYC Media Video on Demand Player: nyc.gov/vod.
