Emily & Ben’s Industrial-Chic Celebration at the Wythe Hotel – A Live Wedding Band Rocks Brooklyn
10/26/24 – Emily & Ben’s Wedding
The Wythe Hotel / Brooklyn, NY
Industrial-Edge Meets Romance: Why the Wythe Hotel Rocks for Weddings
The Wythe Hotel is a converted 1901 barrel factory turned ultra-chic wedding venue tucked in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Think exposed brick, heavy timber ceilings, arched steel-framed windows, and a vibe that’s more “cool artist loft” than cookie-cutter ballroom. You get a seamless wedding experience with venue, catering, staffing, and lodging all rolled into one artsy package. (The Knot)
Their in‑house brasserie, Le Crocodile, is a Michelin-style kitchen delivering seasonal French fare—no food truck relief needed. (Wythe Hotel)
A Night to Remember: Barnstorm Brings the Sound
Emily & Ben wanted more than just a DJ. They got The Barnstorm, live and loud—serving up the kind of energy that turns guests into dancers, skeptics into soul‑shakers. The Main Hall and Garden Terrace gave the vibe: industrial romance meets festival chic. Plus, the retractable awning over the terrace meant rain or shine, the mic stayed hot. (Wythe Hotel)
Questions Couples Actually Hustle for:
How much space do I need for a live band at the Wythe Hotel?
A vendor on r/WedditNYC said they squeezed a nine-piece band in for a 125‑guest wedding in October—it was snug but totally vibed, thanks to Wythe staff running point on flow and logistics. (Reddit)
Band Tip: A six- or seven-piece setup hits the sweet spot—full sound, less traffic jam.
What’s the best time to book your wedding band—and can they turn the music vibe on a dime?
Redditors implicitly hint that setup flexibility is key: maximizing flow between ceremony, cocktail hour, and full-on dance party without losing momentum. (Reddit)
Pro Tip: Work with your planner to align the band’s timeline with venue transitions for zero awkward silence.
Night Highlights (Imagine scrolling through a hype IG reel)
- Ceremony Ambience: Soft piano or string intro in the Main Hall—sunlight filtering through arched windows—setting an intimate tone.
- Cocktail Hour Cooldown: Acoustic riffs or jazz standards drifting across the Garden Terrace, mingling with string-light-laced greenery.
- Reception Pop: Full-band swagger, playlist that even Aunt Carol approves. Crowd-pleasers, surprise celeb throwbacks, secret shared chorus.
Late-Night Afterglow: Optional classic encore as guests head to Bar Blondeau or the penthouse loft—maybe a city-skyline serenade.
Special Songs:
- First Dance: “Harvest Moon” – Neil Young
Vendor Team (Instagram):
📍: @wythehotel
🎸: @thebarnstorm
🎤: @honeybreakofficiants
🗒️: @dawnmauberret
📸: @sarahbodeclark
💐: @augustsageandviolet
💄: @willowhouse.beauty
Check out some photos below! (by Justin Aharoni)


