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Paul and Dina Biscione

Photo by Black Lab Studio.

Recession-Proof Your Wedding

You don’t need me to point out what a miserable year this has been financially.

May 20, 2009 by Molly Tully in Expert Advice

Party Boat Arrival for Lynette Meister's Wedding Party

J&R Guarino Photography.

Choosing Your Bridesmaids

I haven’t quite collected 27 dresses, but I’ve certainly been in my fair share of weddings, experienced complete chaos, witnessed maids of honor quit abruptly, and watched normal women turn into complete monsters.

May 20, 2009 by Antoinette DeNise in Details

Jennifer Orsini creates a delightful lollipop place-card table.

Photo by Lorraine Patricia Photography.

Don't Forget the Place-Card Table

Crafting the perfect wedding invitation can be time-consuming, but don’t neglect that other stationery staple—the place-card table.

May 20, 2009 by Mallory Gelert in Invitations & Stationery

Esencia

Planning Your Honeymoon: Riviera Maya

Mexico has had a run of bad press lately with the overhyped media coverage of drug-lord border violence and the most recent swine flu outbreak. But the Riviera Maya is a wonderful honeymoon destination.

May 20, 2009 by Molly Tully in Destination Weddings and Honeymoons

When To Do What

When To Do What

Your wedding may be the first big project you and your future husband plan and carry out together. Here are some guidelines to ease the way.

December 23, 2008 in Planning Guide

InterContinental Resort and Thalasso Spa

Where Do You Begin?

The love of your life looks into your eyes and pops the question to end all questions. You say “yes,” and all is right with the world—for about five minutes.

December 23, 2008 by Mary Scholz Austin in Getting Engaged

How To Hire A Musician

Celebration Studios.

What To Know When Hiring Musicians

As you might expect, the timing of your wedding will have some financial impact; a weekend wedding that takes place during the busiest seasons may cost more than off-season or weekday bookings.

January 6, 2009 by Molly Tully in Planning Guide

Hiring A Photographer

Marie Labbancz Photography.

Hiring A Photographer

Memory is a magical tool. When you close your eyes, you can conjure up a favorite image. And when you open your eyes and look at photographs or watch a video, you can relive special moments of a wonderful day.

January 6, 2009 in Planning Guide

NJ Marriage License

Photo by Jeffrey Vock.

How To Get A NJ Marriage License

We've got all the details about how to acquire your New Jersey marriage license.

January 6, 2009 in Clergy & Ceremonial

Bridal Contracts

Bridal Contracts: Read The Fine Print

When you first meet with a potential vendor for your wedding day, it’s likely that the last thing on your mind is whether or not they have a reasonable bridal contract.

January 12, 2009 by Antoinette DeNise in Bridal Showcases

Upcoming Events

Mar

 
Bari Jay Bridesmaids Trunk Show
Exquisite Bride Millburn
 Mar 12 - Mar 14
 
American Bridal Show at the Berkeley Plaza
The Berkeley Plaza
 Mar 14
1:00 p.m.  
PlanIt Expo at the Windsor Ballroom
Holiday Inn East Windsor
 Mar 14
1:00 p.m.  
Brides 2010 - All Things Bridal
Flanders Banquet and Conference Center
Mar 14
12:00 to 4:00 p.m.  
American Bridal Show at Water's Edge in Sea Bright
Merri-Makers at Waters Edge
 Mar 14
1:00 p.m.  
American Bridal Show at the Lobster Shanty
Lobster Shanty
 Mar 16
6:45 p.m.  
Douglas Hannant Trunk Show
Gabriella New York Bridal Salon
 Mar 18 - Mar 21
By appointment.  
Vera Wang Gown Collection
Exquisite Bride Millburn
 Mar 18 - Mar 21
 
Holiday Inn Parsippany Bridal Showcase
Holiday Inn at Parsippany
 Mar 18
6:45 p.m.  
Bride's Head Revisited Trunk Show
The Sassy Chic Boutique
 Mar 19 - Mar 20
 
First Annual Red Bank Wedding Walk
Mar 20
10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  
North Jersey Bridal Convention
Morristown Armory
 Mar 20
1:00 p.m.  
Intimate Bridal Affair
Wedding Cafe at Nan Romano
 Mar 21
12:00 to 4:00 p.m.  
American Bridal Show at South Gate Manor
Southgate Manor
 Mar 21
1:00 p.m.  
American Bridal Show at Flanders Valley
Flanders Valley
 Mar 21
1:00 p.m.  
American Bridal Show at the Richfield Regency
Richfield Regency
 Mar 23
6:45 p.m.  
Bridal Show in Aberdeen
Addison Park
Mar 23
7 p.m.  
Food Tasting Event
Vanity Fare
 Mar 24
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  
American Bridal Show at PNC Arts Center
PNC Reception Center
 Mar 24
6:30 p.m.  
Simply Stylish Events First Annual Bridal Show
St. John Vianney Church
Mar 28
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.  
PlanIt Expo at the Atlantis and Coral Ballrooms
Holiday Inn at Toms River
 Mar 28
1:00 p.m.  
Bridal Showcase at the Forge
The Forge Inn
 Mar 30
6:45 p.m.  
Bridal Show in Neptune
Jumping Brook Country Club
Mar 31
7 p.m.  

Apr

 
Pantagis Bridal showcase
Pantagis Renaissance
 Apr 14
6:45 p.m.  
LBI Region Wedding Road Show
Apr 18
9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  
Bridal Show at Crystal Springs
Grand Cascades at Crystal Springs
 Apr 18
1 p.m.  
Bridesmaid and Mothers Trunk Show
Wedding Cafe at Nan Romano
 Apr 18
12:00 to 4:00 p.m.  
Toms River Bridal Showcase
Quality Inn at Toms River
 Apr 21
6:45 p.m.  
Ultimate Mega Bridal Exposition
The Bethwood
 Apr 21
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.  
The Pros Bridal Showcase
Adelphia
 Apr 22
6:45 p.m.  
Anne Barge Trunk Show
Exquisite Bride Millburn
 Apr 23 - Apr 25
 
Free Bridal Showcase in Woodbridge
The Forge Inn
 Apr 29
6:45 p.m.  

May

 
Jim Hjelm Trunk Show
Exquisite Bride Millburn
 May 27 - May 30
 

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