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A Mad, Mad World

Swanky Celebrations at The Pierre NYC

Thinking of marrying in true NYC style? The Pierre is the quintessential Manhattan paradise — even suave Don Draper thinks so, but don’t take his word for it.

Steal away for a quick pre-wedding getaway to check out the uptown splendor with the hotel’s “Mad Affair at the Pierre” offer, a one-night package (available until September 6) to sip champagne in a private suite, lock eyes over dinner for two at the swanky Two E lounge, then slip back to the room to watch the addictive Mad Men on DVD (among other things). If the hotel wins your heart, consider booking one of the gorgeous newly renovated suites (choose from renaissance, modern, or total gilded luxe) for pre-ceremony bridal prep (plenty of room for hair and makeup, plus bridesmaids and moms) and wedding night fun — the private terraces are even big enough to host an intimate afterparty for your closest 50 or so friends.

Then stay for the after-afterparty.

Visit tajhotels.com.

A Better Toilette

Seductive Scented Wedding Candles by Maura Peters

Champagne bar in the powder room? Your guests may never leave the loo. But an unforgettable wedding plays up every little detail, even a quick trip to the ladies’.

Heighten their senses with tall fragrant candles by Maura Peters. The warm white pillars are pleasantly perfumed with everything from orange jasmine to apricot fig. Hand-poured into a reusable blown glass vase, they make the perfect vanity table accompaniment as guests primp and preen. Or, add heat to your honeymoon suite with a few well-placed travel candles.

Call it good scents.

Visit maurapeters.com.

Dress Up Your Drink

Cholive’s Rich Chocolate Cocktail Truffles

An engagement celebration calls for a special concoction, not a naked cocktail.

Accessorize your aperitif with a Cholive. No, it’s not a chocolate-covered olive. These cute bite-sized confections are olive-shaped truffles filled with rich whole cream ganache. Instead of the typical maraschino cherry or lemon twist, garnish a signature martini or dessert wine with this yummy cocktail chocolate that brings out the nuances of each sip.

Straight up, extra Cholives.

Visit thecholive.com.

Froth Yourself

Potent Pisco Sour Speciality Cocktails

A mojito bar sounds original, until your BFF does the same at her wedding. Festive signature cocktails are all the rage, but there’s a fine line between unique and uber trendy.

Spice up your reception with celebratory pisco sours, potent Peruvian cocktails made with pisco liqueur, lime juice, egg whites and sugar. Mixed with Macchu Pisco, a premium grape-based spirit, this lively libation is sure to light up the dance floor and crowd the bar. Currently going through a bit of a renaissance, it’s the perfect mix of sweet and tart. Guests will sip, socialize and speak volumes of your intoxicating originality.

We’ll drink to that.

Visit macchupisco.com.

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