Heart Wedding Details

With Valentines Day fast approaching, it's easy for a February bride to get carried away and overuse hearts and the color red. Here are some cute ways to include hearts without going overboard.

Photo Credit

Heart Cake, Heart Shoes, Heart Umbrella, Heart Balloon

Combs For A Cure!

The girls over at Pink Comb Salon are hosting another amazing charity event this month: Combs For A Cure! Stop by the salon on October 24th and win a ton of prizes donated by the best in the wedding business while supporting a good cause. Last year, we donated a Day-Of Coordination package. The winner just got married this past week (photos to come!) and it was a BLAST! This year we are donating a Site Design package and two hours of Consultation Hours. Please come to support a worthwhile cause and bring your family and friends!

Real Wedding: Kristin & J

Back in May, we coordinated a really fun wedding at Studio 450 in New York City. It was the windiest day imaginable, but Kristin & J were total rockstars. The images from Kristin & J's wedding, shot by Vanessa Joy Photography, are some of my favorites of all time.

It doesn't get more beautiful than these two shots!

Rob Adams was also on our team that day and played this awesome same-day edit during the reception.

Kristin and J - SAME DAY EDIT from Rob Adams Films on Vimeo.

Thank you Vanessa and Rob for sharing your beautiful work!

Inspire Me Monday: Photobooth Props

Photobooths are a popular and fun item to have at your wedding reception. Add a fun twist to your photobooth by providing photobooth props for your guests to pose with. Maro Designs has everything from beards, to mustaches to lips. If you have something specific in mind - they can create it for you!

Photo courtesy of Maro Designs.

Designer Spotlight: Modern Trousseau

I love wedding gowns that are a little bit different but not too over the top. Modern Trousseau is one of my favorite designers who fit just that style. They are simple gowns with really stunning details.

Photo Credit: Modern Trousseau

Inspire Me Monday: Composite Rose Bouquets

Your bouquet is an area where it's difficult to stray from the norm. It doesn't seem like there are many options out there. If you do want a floral bouquet but want to do something different, try a composite rose bouquet. The bouquets are handmade from rose petals and are stunningly gorgeous. Above are two of my absolute favorite bouquets of all time.

Looking for some non-floral wedding bouquet options?

Photo Credit: Trent Bailey Photography and Tania Lezak Photography

Bouquets by Opalia Flowers and Beautiful Blooms

Real Wedding: Gina & Gregory

Gina & Greg's Same Day Edit with reactions from Dave Williams on Vimeo.

A few weeks ago, Gina & Gregory got married at Crystal Springs Resort. Check out the same day edit by our super awesome friends at CinemaCake! Not only do you get to see the video but you get to see the bride and groom's reaction as they watched it live during their wedding!

Check out Dave and his team at CinemaCake! They are an absolute joy to work with. Can't wait to share the pro pics from this wedding - coming soon!

Inspire Me Monday: Wedding Sparklers!

Sparklers are a cute photo accessory to include in your wedding. They make for awesome portraits, like above, or can be a fun "getaway" idea if you want to include all of your guests. Make sure that you speak with your venue to make sure it's legal in your area as well as your photographer to ensure that they bring the proper equipment!

This photo is of one of our July '09 couples, Michelle & Dan. Photo Credit: Kella MacPhee.

Fall Intern Needed!

We are looking for an energetic, organized, and creative person to work with our wedding planning team during the fall semester (September-December).

All applicants should live near Northern New Jersey with the ability to meet in Midland Park for one weekly meeting. Applicant must have internet and phone access and be available for projects from home as well as on wedding days. Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Internet programs.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Positive Attitude
• Flexible schedule
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve
• Ability to operate independently and in a team setting
• Ability to work in a high-stress setting, under pressure, and with time constraints
• Exceptional communication skills
• Commitment to total client satisfaction
• Have the ability to work a varied schedule that may include some evening and weekends

Job Details:

• Research projects
• Phone and email contact with vendors
• Assistance with PR and advertising work
• Day-Of Wedding Assistance

To Apply:

Please briefly answer the following Application Questions:

• What wedding-specific experience do you have (if any)? Include any volunteer experience and the dates of service.
• Describe a stressful situation you’ve experienced while working and how you handled it.
• What unique qualities will you bring to the As You Wish team?
• What does style mean to you?
• What do you hope to gain by working with As You Wish Wedding & Event Design?
• What is your current work and school schedule?
• Do you have a reliable car and the ability to meet once a week as well as work 3-4 weekends during the semester?

Thank you for your interest in working with As You Wish Wedding & Event Design!

Please send your most recent resume, cover letter, and application questions in the body of an email (no attachments will be opened) to stacey@asyouwishwed.biz.

Destination Wedding Wednesday: Ring Shot!

As you can tell by now, I am obsessed with cool ring shots. Use your wedding location to come up with something unique and special.

Photo by Gabriel Boone. Click here to see the full wedding!