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Hudson Valley weddings & celebrations

Full-service wedding planning & event design · Hudson Valley, NY

What we do

Planning & design for the whole celebration

Your wedding day should feel like an extension of who you are — vibrant, thoughtful, and completely authentic.

Full Planning + Design

Full service

Complete planning and design for your wedding day. From the start we zero in on your style, priorities, and budget, then build a vendor team that fits your taste and vision — guiding you through every decision so your celebration reflects you as a couple. Design-driven, with a distinct point of view and a curated team, tailored to you.

  • Wedding Design
  • Vendor Curation
  • Full-Service
  • Logistics

Corporate & Branded Events

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The Hudson Valley is the perfect setting for your next corporate retreat or branded event. We use our expertise and connections to pair you with the right location, local vendors, and products that engage your group and create an immersive, unforgettable experience. Past partners include Shopbop, Squarespace, and InBev.

  • Corporate
  • Brand Experiences
  • Retreats
  • Production

Venue Consulting

By inquiry

Select consulting for new or existing locations interested in developing event spaces and programming. Reach out directly to explore working together.

  • New Venues
  • Event Spaces
  • Programming
  • Consulting
Our Work

Portfolio

Lakeside ceremony beneath the oaks at Southwood Estate
Lakeside ceremony beneath the oaks at Southwood Estate
Golden-hour ceremony at Cedar Lakes Estate
Golden-hour ceremony at Cedar Lakes Estate
Garden ceremony aisle at Troutbeck
Garden ceremony aisle at Troutbeck
Newlyweds in the meadow at an Old Mill wedding
Newlyweds in the meadow at an Old Mill wedding
Couple among the willows at Inness in Accord, NY
Couple among the willows at Inness in Accord, NY
Ceremony vows beneath a bold statement arch
Ceremony vows beneath a bold statement arch
Long-table celebration dinner at Gather Greene
Long-table celebration dinner at Gather Greene
Autumn reception table set in candlelight
Autumn reception table set in candlelight
Dusk reception table in soft mauve and gold
Dusk reception table in soft mauve and gold
Candlelit reception dinner beneath hanging greenery
Candlelit reception dinner beneath hanging greenery
Tented reception at Deer Mountain Inn
Tented reception at Deer Mountain Inn
Wedding party at Rushmore Estate
Wedding party at Rushmore Estate
Patterned tablescape with tapers and candlelight
Patterned tablescape with tapers and candlelight
The Studio · Bethany Pickard

“Your wedding day should feel like an extension of who you are — vibrant, thoughtful, and completely authentic.”

With over 15 years in the event industry, Bethany Pickard has built a reputation for creating visually stunning, impactful experiences. Known for meticulous attention to detail and a talent for balancing great design with flawless logistics, she specializes in transforming spaces while prioritizing the human connection at the heart of milestone celebrations. Her work spans weddings, brand experiences, intimate gatherings, and large-scale productions — every project approached with the same commitment to innovation and excellence.

— Bethany Pickard

Lakeside ceremony beneath the oaks at Southwood Estate

Weddings & Events

Full planning and design for a celebration that reflects you.

Selected Work

Explore real weddings across the Hudson Valley's finest venues.

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Tell us about your wedding, event, or venue project.

Who we are

The Modern Kicks approach

— 01

Couple Focused

We place emphasis on both members of the couple, highlighting each of your backgrounds and traditions — as well as the traditions you've created together.

— 02

Equality Minded

We believe that Love Is Love, and every couple deserves a celebration that feels entirely their own.

— 03

Relationship Driven

We're committed to personal connection, building a trusting, transparent relationship with every couple we work with.

— 04

Bold Statements & Subtle Touches

We love a bold statement and a subtle touch in equal measure — and we never miss a party.

As featured in

Press

Vogue

Lizzie + Peter

Martha Stewart Weddings

Ali + James

Brides

Catskills Venues

The Knot

Nikia + Jeff

The Cut

Linda + Lucas

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Style Me Pretty

Nicole + Brett

Style Me Pretty

Hannah + Joe

Style Me Pretty

Jenna + Evan

Green Wedding Shoes

Julie + Tom

Green Wedding Shoes

Robyn + Slim

Ruffled

Liz + John

Carats & Cake

Alexis + Jeff

Wedding Chicks

Amy + Mick

Wedding Chicks

Styled Shoot

Brides

Casie + Eric

Get in touch

Let's plan something unforgettable

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Hudson Valley, New York
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Tell us about your wedding or event and Modern Kicks will be in touch. Our process begins with a conversation.

or email bethany@modern-kicks.com