Cynthia L. Herzog 
Stylist Pansy Croft explains our celestial style photoshoot and why Tarrywile Mansion in Danbury created the perfect setting:
“Tarrywile Mansion’s grounds and home immerse you in a natural celestial feel inside and out. Eternal love is present in the veranda with an intimate decor of stars, crystal globes, mirrors, wrought iron candelabras, quartz and sequins, projecting positivity, light and magic – the attraction pure of love and harmony.
Inspired by astronomy, the formal lounge offers zodiac cocktails, Moon Rocks coffee truffles, star cake and an explosion of bites.
The bridal party gathered in the library, featuring stunning headpieces of Swarovski crystals, yards of white chiffon, starry fabric and a dancing paisley tuxedo (all accented in hues of purple, blue and dusty rose), creating a mood of longing and hope for ethereal love, romance and forever happiness.
What looks are the bride and groom looking for these days?
“Naturally sculpted beard lines and a tapered fade on the sides with a styled pompadour,” says Christian Patrick, founder of Doorbell Barbers. It’s about getting a “fresh and modern look”.
The Moons Over Martini Cocktail
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Leo: Inspired by the original Old Fashioned with an added cinnamon flavor profile. Extremely drinkable for bourbon lovers or those just looking to test the waters of drinking old-school cocktails.
Ingredients: 2 ounces Litchfield Distillery Double-Barreled Bourbon • 2 dashes Angostura bitters • ½ ounce cinnamon syrup • ¼ ounce lime juice
Directions: Add all liquid ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a slice of dehydrated orange for extra flair.
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Sagittarius: Inspired by simply combining some favorite ingredients in the right measures for something that’s both fun to make and delicious to drink.
Ingredients: 2 ounces of agave spirit from the Litchfield distillery • ½ ounce of Clément Créole Shrubb RHUM • ½ ounce of cranberry syrup • 3 ounces of rosemary tonic
directions: Add all the liquid ingredients except the tonic in a shaker, add ice. Shake vigorously. Pour the entire contents of the shaker, including the ice, into a Collins glass. Garnish with rosemary tonic and garnish with a slice of dehydrated orange and a pineapple leaf.
Terrywile Manor, Danbury
Julianna & Noah Ehlert, Tiny Human PhotographyLunar Love Potion
Gemini: Inspired by common holiday cocktails with an added touch of sophistication and color.
Directions: 2 ounces Fourth & Pride vodka • 1½ ounce pineapple juice • ¾ ounce blue butterfly pea tincture • ½ ounce Clément Mahina Coco RUM
Directions: Add all liquid ingredients to a shaker, add ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a slice of dehydrated lime.
On the menu : Seared sirloin crostini, goat cheese, roasted confit tomatoes • Charcuterie and cheese board with sweet and savory touches • Tapas spread with Steamed Pork Meatballs in Soy Red Chilli Oil, Chicken Caesar Salad in a Parmesan Nest • Star-studded chocolate ganache cake, Intense coffee truffles and pink champagne truffle
Created and curated by: Alyson Moschcovich | The Connecticut Bride • Styled by: Pansy Croft, Stylist Pansy Pansy | New Haven • Photographed by: Julianna & Noah Ehlert | Tiny Human Photography, Guilford • Location: Tarrywile Mansion, Danbury • Stylist/Creative Director: Pansy Croft, Stylist Pansy Pansy, New Haven • Location: Tarrywile Manor, Danbury • Photographer: tiny human photography, Guilford • Models: Jennifer Adams + Anika Mouzon, Meredith Spatz + Patricio Moschcovich, Wendell Blake Harp (pageboy) • Officiant: Delaney Reynolds • Hairstyle: SalonBordeaux, New Haven • Barber: Barbers doorbellFairfield • Caps: DA Couture Jewelry Bouquets and Accessories, Preston • Jewelry: Derek Simpson Goldsmith, New Haven • Dresses: eternal bride, Madison; modern keychain, Woodbridge • Tuxedo: Ferrucci Ltd, New Haven • Scenographer: Kelly D’Andrea, New Haven • Florist: Alice’s Florist, Bethel • Food: cat kitchen, Stratford • Cake and truffles: Chocolates Le Rouge by Aarti, Westport • Mixologist: The Cup Bearer, Stamford • Paintings: Dorothee Robertshaw, Westport • Scenery and accessories: Andrew Rubenoff Design, Northford • Candles: studded candles, K. Hall Studio • Alcohol: Bowmore 15 years Ikd; Champagne Drappier; Litchfield Distillery Double Barrel Bourbon + Agave Spirits; Tequila El Tesoro Reposado; Ferrand Cognac SDA; Vodka Fourth & Pride; Hearst Ranch Vineyard; RUM Clement Mahina Coco + Creole Shrub; Teneral Cellars Chardonnay 2019 + Grenache 2020.
