Romantic Korean American Brooklyn Bridge Park Wedding at Celestine
Josie + Ji Yun
Spring sunshine cast a golden glow over DUMBO as Josie and Ji Yun shared their first look with the iconic Manhattan skyline stretching behind them. Brooklyn Bridge Park provided the quintessential New York backdrop—cobblestone streets, waterfront views, and architecture that tells the story of a city constantly reinventing itself while honoring its past.
Their portrait session wove through Brooklyn Bridge Park's most photogenic corners, from the historic brick buildings to the waterfront promenades. Each location offered a new perspective on their relationship, framed by DUMBO's industrial-meets-artistic landscape. The afternoon light was photographer's gold, illuminating Josie's features as Ji Yun looked at her with undisguised admiration.
Just steps away, Celestine Restaurant awaited their celebration. This Mediterranean haven sits perfectly positioned to showcase one of New York's most famous landmarks—the Brooklyn Bridge arched majestically behind their ceremony site, a steel and stone witness to their vows. The late spring sunshine bathed everyone in warm light as they promised forever with the East River flowing steadily beside them.
What makes Celestine special isn't just its breathtaking Brooklyn Bridge views, but how the restaurant creates intimacy despite the grandeur of its surroundings. Floor-to-ceiling windows brought the outside in, allowing the Manhattan skyline to become part of the décor as guests enjoyed cocktail hour selections that highlighted the restaurant's Mediterranean expertise.
The surprises continued as Ji Yun revealed a side of himself some guests hadn't seen before. Guitar in hand, he performed a heartfelt song for Josie—musician turned groom turned musician again for the most important audience of his life. This personal touch transformed an already beautiful reception into something uniquely theirs.
As night fell over DUMBO, Celestine's dining room became a celebration of cultural connection. K-pop beats filled the air, the small dance floor suddenly alive with movement and laughter. Outside, Manhattan lights began their nightly sparkle across the water, the Brooklyn Bridge now a silhouette against the city's glow.
Their wedding embodied what makes DUMBO special—the seamless blend of old and new, the stunning views that ground you firmly in New York, and spaces like Celestine that feel both distinctly Brooklyn and intimately personal. For Josie and Ji Yun, it wasn't just about celebrating against one of the world's most famous backdrops—it was about creating their own landmark moment in a neighborhood defined by its iconic structures.
