Philadelphia

Wedding of the Summer: Brian Lamsback and Angela Skalicky at the Bellevue

August 18, 2014 by HughE Dillon

I was excited to be asked to cover the Brian Lamsback and Angela Skalicky wedding taking place at the Hyatt at The Bellevue in Center City on July 26, 2014. I’ve known the Lamsback for several years, and have been aware of the events they produce although I never really have seen the end results of a large scale event as they do a lot of weddings, Bar & Bat Mitzvah‘s, anniversary parties and other celebratory events, but not as many gala’s that I attend.

Lamsback Floral Decorators- is operated by Bob Lamsback, Karen Lamsback and Tina
Lamsback.  “We design the entire event-the fashion and coordination end
of the event- staging, lighting, coordination and production of the
event. We specialize in floral design, linens, glassware, charger
plates, lighting, staging, dance floor, draping etc. we also provide
event coordination and help guide each client throughout the wedding
process.”

 Ceremony- Rose Garden Room at the Bellevue
 It was great to see all the different styles at one Wedding.
 Bob Lamsback, Karen Lamsback escorting son Brian Lamsback down the aisle.
(I wish you could smell the fragrancy of this room, just amazing.)
 Brian Lamsback greets his groomsman
 Angela Skalicky’s parents walk her down the aisle
 Tina Lamsbeck
Angela Skalicky and  Brian Lamsback
How gorgeous are they love shaped fixtures, a Cinderella wedding.
 Angela Lamsback and Brian Lamsback
The reception
 Friends came from all over to enjoy the day.
Guests, with Tina Lamsback and Joel Durinka at the reception.
  The reception was an understated, but eloquent affair where they served an array of Hors d’oeuvrs
 Paul Pereira and Anne Nikolaus

 Three generations of Skalicky’s

 “It was truly a wonderful experience to create my son and daughter in
law’s big day-it was the best and biggest present I could have given
them-my whole heart.” -Bob Lamsback
 The Reception at the Bellevue Ballroom was breath taking.
I’ve photographed many events in this room, and I have never seen it look more spectacular than I did for the Lamsback wedding.
 Brian’s groom’s cake! It
was perfect for a previous announcer of the Villanova basketball games
and always a Villanova basketball fan!! It was created by  Darren Dipietro at The Cake Studio in Ocean City, NJ
 Place setting – the roses are stunning.

note the candles lining the center pieces
Tina Lambsbeck: The Hyatt at the Bellevue was beyond amazing
to have such a momentous occasion. Lisa made both families feel like we
were her family and she handled our event as if
it was her very own! Every station, meal and specialty drink was
handled with care and were absolutely delicious down to the last
bite/sip. Her creativity was off the charts! Everyone is still raving
over the lemon drop martinis and wonton dumplings-the best in the city!
Thanks, Lisa, David, Ritchie and the entire Bellevue staff! Cheers to a
fabulous event
  guests look for their table placement cards
 The cake was created by Potito’s Bakery’s (They did my birthday cake last year too.)
Now I understand what the Lamsback Floral Decorators do when they produce an event.

  • Lamsback Floral Decorators-
  • Floral Design
  • Room Environment
  • Lighting, Draping, Staging and Chairs
  • Custom Table Linen
  • Event Coordination
  • Calligraphy- Place Cards and Menu Cards
  • Wedding Favors and Bar and Bat Mitzvah Gift Bags
  • Games and Activities
 EBE’s band Dreamtime had the floor packed all night.
I have photographed many events, and have been to many weddings, the Lamsback wedding was eloquent, classy, no details were over looked. I love how they put the bar in the ballroom, something I’ve never seen before and it worked well. My favorite decor was the hanging chandeliers from the balcony, again nothing I have ever seen before. Just a magnificently produced wedding.