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Destination: Cancun, Mexico
Kimberly Guiffredo weds Anthony Genco at the Ritz-Carlton in Cancun, Mexico.
January 3, 2012 by Patricia Koch in Real Weddings
Kyo Morishima Photography.
Specialty Menus
Have food allergies or want to serve a vegetarian menu? New Jersey chefs are ready to create the wedding of your dreams.
June 24, 2011 by Patricia Koch in Caterers
Kate Connolly Photography.
Family Affair
Katy Ruhnke weds Anthony DeMarco at McLoone’s Pier House in Long Branch.
June 24, 2011 by Patricia Koch in Real Weddings
Jennifer Davis Photography.
A Pro Plans Her Own
Laura Bianco weds William Collins at the Venetian in Garfield.
January 3, 2011 by Patricia Koch in Real Weddings
David and Amy Lau Photography
A Touch of Yellow in Atlantic City
Abby Walsh to Glenn Robbins at the Chelsea Hotel in Atlantic City.
February 5, 2010 by Patricia Koch in Real Weddings
Morristown Rolls Out The White Carpet
For the busy bride searching to maximize her time, she need look no further than Morristown, which has more than 40 businesses geared toward planning a wedding.
December 30, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Bridal Accessories
Therese Marie Wagner Photography.
Your Destination Wedding...Right Here in NJ
For many of us, three little letters—LBI—evoke a tide of happy memories: good times, summertime friends, first kisses, moonlight over surf, the sound of crashing waves, the taste of saltwater taffy.
May 20, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Wedding Locations
A Day In The Life Of A Wedding Planner
What exactly does a wedding planner do?
January 14, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Wedding Planners
Photo by Marie Labbancz.
Size Up Your Location
In weddings as in real estate, location is everything. Nothing sets your day’s tone as completely as its venue—be it a sunny Caribbean beach, elegant chandeliered ballroom, or rambling country estate. But what should brides look for when previewing possible wedding locations? We asked several experts for tips.
January 13, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Reception Halls
Here's What We Really Want
Once the wedding invitations have been mailed out, your friends and relations will insist on showering you with affection, best wishes, and lavish gifts. Be gracious and let them. But do them the favor of creating an honest and intriguing wish list of items you and your fiancé really want.
January 12, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Expert Advice
Phil Cantor Photography.
May I Have This Dance?
As if you haven’t been center stage enough during the wedding ceremony itself, traditional receptions feature a ceremonial spin on the dance floor, when the bride and groom take their first steps together in the presence of their friends and family.
January 7, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Music
Newark Museum
The Newark Museum is the perfect location for your wedding or rehearsal dinner, set against a backdrop of timeless art and culture. Called “a little corner of paradise” by Smithsonian magazine, the museum is widely admired for its striking architecture by Michael Graves.
January 7, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Museums
Kathleen Hennessy Photography.
Surfside Ceremonies
For many New Jersey girls, there’s no more romantic spot than down the Shore. Naturally, many brides want to exchange vows there, with the surf pounding and sand between their toes.
January 7, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Hotels
Gifts 101
Tips for getting a head start on building your registry.
January 7, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Registry
A Bridal Registry Is Born
Fifty years ago in San Francisco, founder Chuck Williams of Williams-Sonoma had a brilliant idea.
January 6, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Registry
CD covers by robinkdesign.com. Photograph by Gary Griffiths
Custom CD Favors
Your song—it’s the tune your wedding guests will go home humming, the one that will bring back beautiful memories when you hear it years later. And the soundtrack to your special day is a perfect way and personal gift to share with friends and family.
January 6, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Favors, Gifts & More
Stephen Taylor Photography.
Saying "I Do" The Second Time Around
So you’ve decided to take the plunge again, and you want to celebrate in the company of family and friends. A second wedding can be just as romantic as it was back when you were an innocent 22-year-old bride—maybe even more so.
January 5, 2009 by Patricia Koch in Expert Advice
Designs by Stephanie, Little Egg Harbor.
Signed, Sealed, and Delivered
Make it elegant. Make it original. Make your invitation a can’t-wait-to-open packet. We’ve gathered three of New Jersey’s most creative wedding stationers to advise you on what’s best to send and what’s new in the area of invitations.
December 31, 2008 by Patricia Koch in Invitations & Stationery
Fun Bridal Party Gifts
They’ve thrown you an amazing shower, accompanied you to bridal salons in search of the perfect dress, and listened to hours upon hours of wedding details. Now it’s time for you to properly thank your closest friends, the ones in your bridal party.
December 30, 2008 by Patricia Koch in Details