By il Tulipano, Posted in Wedding Planning

Did you know that brides will frequently spend at least 36 days planning out their wedding? There’s a number of reasons you might decide that a wedding planner is a good investment for your wedding. Not everyone ends up needing one, of course. Deciding on this needs to be one of your first planning decisions -- otherwise, you’ll be paying a wedding planner after you’ve already gotten together many of the major details yourself! So -- is one right for you? Here’s some questions y... read more.

• June 09, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in Wedding Planning

Finding a NJ wedding venue that matches your style can be a long process of researching online, reading reviews, and visiting venues. So — here’s some of the main review lists for top wedding venues in NJ, and some of the top choices we’d recommend checking out off each list.Ambient DJWe like this list because it comes from a vendor — someone with the unique experience of having attended dozens, possibly hundreds, of local weddings. They explain the five-point rubric for their l... read more.

• June 07, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in New Jersey Weddings

Did you know that Puritans actually banned wedding rings because they thought they were frivolous? Unlike the Puritans, you’re likely looking for ways to bring fun to your wedding -- and that often begins with the reception. While all your friends and family are, of course, gathered to watch you promise your love to each other, what people remember about a wedding best is often the reception -- this is when they get to talk to other guests. as well as you and your fiance. This is when they get to eat,... read more.

• May 27, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in Wedding Planning

You’re getting married -- #Congratulations! As social media has become increasingly integrated in our daily lives, not surprisingly, this has been true of weddings and other important life gatherings as well. So -- what’s the secret to successfully incorporating social media into your big day, while still practicing good “social media etiquette”? Let’s review.The AnnouncementA proposal has taken place, and a date has been set. You’ll immediately want to let everyone know.... read more.

• April 28, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in Wedding Planning

In one of Alanis Morissette’s most well known songs -- Ironic -- she laments the instance of “rain, on your wedding day.” For many brides, rain is real and present threat. You’re planning this event so far in advance that no weather app is going to be able to accurately predict whether you’ll have blue skies or stormy winds.April is a popular month for weddings, but with it comes April showers. What can you do to beat the rainy day blues if it rains during your wedding? Here ar... read more.

• April 13, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in New Jersey Weddings

“Weddings are important because they celebrate life and possibility,” actress Anne Hathaway once said. What will your wedding be a celebration of? Many couples don’t want to have what some might call a “generic” sort of wedding -- beautiful as it may be, it just doesn’t describe the type of people they are, and the life they hope to have. If you’re celebrating your special day at a wedding venue in NJ, you may want tribute to your Jersey roots with custom touches. I... read more.

• April 07, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in Wedding Planning

Search for “wedding venues in NJ,” and nearly half a million results will pop up. Not exactly helpful when you’re trying to narrow down the list to find your dream venue! With so many NJ wedding venues to choose from, how can you pick the best location for your day?Every venue has unique benefits and services. Here’s a few things you should keep in mind while you’re planning your big day: Important Questions to Ask Yourself While Choosing a NJ Wedding VenueNo matter your b... read more.

• March 21, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in Wedding Inspiration

For the first time ever, Pantone has chosen two colors -- rose quartz ( a soft rose) and serenity (a light cornflower blue) as their “colors of the year.” The color of the year choice is supposed to reflect ascending color trends and tie into broader cultural influences. By choosing the pantone shades as your wedding color scheme, you can be sure to have an eye-catching theme that evokes the feeling of a dreamy, romantic world.How can you incorporate these two shades into your 2016 wedding? Here... read more.

• March 09, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in Wedding Planning

You’ve gotten engaged and it’s the best feeling in the world -- finally, you’re planning a wedding! And then it sets in -- you’re planning a wedding, and it’s going to be one of the most expensive “parties” you ever throw!These days, most couples can’t rely on their parents financing all -- or even some -- of the wedding planning. So for the next several months, you’re going to want to save as much money as you can as you budget for your big day.As a res... read more.

• February 19, 2016
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By il Tulipano, Posted in Wedding Inspiration

Why get married in the winter? While many people may think of this as a chilly time of the year to get hitched, there are arguably numerous reasons this season might be the one for you. Here are five reasons to warm up to a winter wedding in NJ.More AffordableWhile many of us think of the holidays as a time when we spend more money, in actuality, winter can be a great time to save money if you’re planning a wedding. Why? Late spring and summer are traditionally the most popular times of the year for w... read more.

• February 11, 2016
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