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Creative “Save The Date” Ideas

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Creative “Save The Date” Ideas

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A “Save-the-date” is the introductory letter mailed to your guests announcing your wedding date, but it can be so much more than just a regular invitation! There are so many different ways to break the news with a unique twist on the tradition of sending out these fun invites- & we’re here to highlight some modern favorites!

Magnet Cards

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Magnet cards are a great idea to give your guests a fun way of saving the date! This will also double as a cute reminder for your guests to keep in mind as the date draws closer. You can choose to make handcarved magnets out of wood, or look for one that’s predesigned on popular websites like Etsy. “Puzzle Piece” magnets are also another popular & trending way to commemorate your day ,with each lovers name on seperate pieces that fit together perfectly when assembled on a fridge or cabinet!

Handmade Candle

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What’s more romantic & evocative of being in love then candle light? This is a perfect way for you to set the mood early on, and of course has the advantage of functionality. You can find these custom candle makers online at storefronts like Etsy & customize the perfect design, including your name & special date on the front and a special quote on the back that illuminates when in use!

Photo Collage Invite

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Photo collages are a good idea to include a couple different snapshots of you & your lover in a classic & classy way! This idea is simple & gives the details concisely- while also looking sharp enough to put on display as an attractive reminder in your guests homes.

Passport & Map

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The passport option acts as a great suprise for your guests- it’s uniqueness alone will catch their attention and is great on behalf of travel lovers! You can further personalize the inside pages to include a picture of you & your lover, as well as a map showcasing the location of your wedding venue!

Front Page News

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This eye-catching option is incredibly fun & also a convenient and neat way to display the details of your special day. You can also choose to personalize it further by including your love story in the style of a news column & a cute picture to tie it all together for the perfect front-page Breaking-news!

Bookmark The Date!

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The bookmark invite is a perfect way for you to help build anticipation in a convient & practical way! Book lovers will surely appreciate the functionality & find a special place to display- you can choose to add a color scheme to match your weddings theme along with a special picture and of course, the date. The tassel can also incoporate the theme as well, such as a fancy horseshoe charm for a shed wedding, or a shell charm for a beach theme.

We are so excited for the upcoming Summer season & the huge number of events we have planned to share with you on our Instagram & Facebook pages! Check out our regularly updated instagram: @njweddingpros, & continue to tune into our weekly blog for more inspiration & useful tips!

XOXO,
Lonny Bierk
NJ Wedding Pros
740 River Rd. Suite 240
Fair Haven, NJ 07704
njweddingpros@gmail.com
http://www.njweddingpros.com
732-747-0900

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Useful Favors for the Jersey Shore Wedding

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Aah… the Jersey Shore! The salt air, the beautiful beaches, the fun times, the carefree memories! All this and more surround your guests when they attend your Jersey Shore wedding. So what to give them as a small token of your appreciation? What favor should you bestow on your guests?

We all know we have gotten a wedding favor or two that we really did not want or use and so it got tossed to the wayside after a day, a week, or a month. So what do you do, if you want your wedding favor to be used and not thrown away? Here are 10 possibilities for a useful Jersey Shore Wedding favor.

Flip Flops

For both men and women to help them dance the night away. Especially if it is a beachy type of wedding this will be most appreciated and used and, they can take them home with them.

Courtesy of Etsy: Personalizedslippers

Signature Spices

Maybe it is your personalized BBQ rub, dry ingredients for your homemade dressing or your special blend of spices to mix with olive oil. Spices are the new way to spice up your favors.

Courtesy of Etsy: NMTMdesigns

Lottery Ticket

You got to be in it to win it! NJ Lottery is always a big deal. Lottery tickets are now being used as wedding favors. It is helpful if your wedding is on a Saturday night as the major lotteries get picked on that day of the week. This option is inexpensive and fun for each person attending your wedding. To add a bit of elegance, put it in an envelope created by the printer of your wedding stationery.

Courtesy of Etsy : PoppyandErie

Beachy Candles

Have the joy of your wedding nuptials continue on with each guest in the form of a scented beach themed candle. They will have fond memories as they light up your candle and remember your magical evening.

Courtesy of Etsy: JJ4everFavors

Donation to Your Favorite New Jersey Charity

How can you go wrong. Make a donation to your favorite NJ charity like the Popcorn Zoo in your Newly-Wed name of Mr. and Mrs.!

Courtesy of Etsy: NochtaBoutique

Tomato Seeds

Nothing quite like a Jersey Tomato. Give them something to remember you by. Allow them to plant something that will grow just like your love.

Courtesy of Etsy: Millstonecrafted

Salt Water Taffy Candy

A bag of New Jersey Salt water taffy to allow the sweetness of your wedding to stay with your guests long after they leave.

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A Wawa Gift Certificate

A Gift Certificate to Wawa for a pork roll, egg and cheese! Your guests will truly know Jersey and of course thank you for the treat the morning after!

Courtesy of Wawa

Rita’s Ices

Either a gift certificate or have Rita’s as a parting gift on the way out of your wedding, either way it is a New Jersey Staple!

Courtesy of Rita’s

Jersey Mike’s

Either a sandwich to go at the end of the wedding or a gift certificate to Jersey Mike’s will enable your guests to continue on with the Jersey Theme after the wedding is over.

Regardless of what favor you chose to go with, I am sure your guests will have a wonderful time as they celebrate you on your special day!

XOXO,
Cathy Petrellese
NJ Wedding Pros
740 River Rd. Suite 240
Fair Haven, NJ 07704
njweddingpros@gmail.com
http://www.njweddingpros.com
732-747-0900

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If the Shoe Fits?  Why the Shoe Matters  – Angela Nuran Shoes 

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Tribeca by Angela Nuran

As Cinderella’s sisters can attest, one size does not fit all! Shoes make the woman. Shoes make the woman groan if they do not fit right! If you’re like me, you want something that is comfortable, fashionable and something you don’t need to change out of at the end of the night. Angela Nuran shoes fit the bill.

I have been to many a celebration and I have worn a fashionable pair of heels only to be reminded midway through the evening that my feet were killing me and so I wound up sitting down for the rest of the night.

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Angela Nuran is a shoe designer who is a dancer. She has designed wedding and evening shoes that you can dance the night away in. As she says “A dancer’s soul … and sole … are in every pair.” Angela Nuran exclusively designs bridal and evening shoes in an off white silk that is dyable in any color. Angela Nuran’s designs are trendy and the fit is decidedly more comfortable than most other shoes out there. The soles are suede and the padding is pillow top which allows for extraordinary fit, form and function.

Antique by Angela Nuran

The other good thing about these shoes is that you can dye them twice, if the first color is light enough. This allows you to utilize the shoe for an event then dye it black to be more functional for every day evening wear. So dancing all night long is no longer a pipe dream. See Cinderella? Dreams really do come true.

Interested in finding out more about Angela Nuran shoes, please visit our website!

XOXO,
Cathy Petrellese
NJ Wedding Pros
740 River Rd. Suite 240
Fair Haven, NJ 07704
njweddingpros@gmail.com
http://www.njweddingpros.com
732-747-0900

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2023 Wedding Style Update

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Below are some current trends in Weddings for 2023

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FLOWERS, FLOWERS AND MORE FLOWERS

Lush, lavish and lots of them. From the pre-ceremony party, to the ceremony, to the cocktail hour, to the reception and then to the after party; flowers are an integral part of the wedding decor. The objective is to create a space that transforms standard wedding venues into fantasy locations. You dream it florists make it happen!

COLOR, COLOR AND MORE COLOR

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Gone are the monochromatic weddings of yesteryear. Flowers, Decor, dresses and colors are bright and beautiful. Tropical themed wedding are also a trend as there is color, color and more color.

PHOTO BOOTHS vs GUEST PORTRAIT AREA

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Photo booths with prints guests can take home are still as popular as ever. However, the trend is to incorporate your photographer as a favor and set up a portrait area for guests to take pictures with a professional photographer. The photographer will pose them for amazing picture results and great long lasting keepsakes.

SMALLER WEDDING PARTY

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The trend is to downsize from 10 bridesmaids to a more manageable amount. Less is more in this regard. This allows you to be more intimate with your bridesmaids and groomsmen. Also giving them a say as to what type of dress they want to wear is also a trend. Giving each person a way to introduce their inimitable style gives a sense of individuality to your event. Having a wedding party that is completely comfortable in what they are wearing leads to a less stress and a more joy filled experience.

PRE-CEREMONY REFRESHMENTS

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Give your guests a beverage when they arrive for the ceremony. Or host a mini reception prior to the event whether it be water, ice tea, lemonade or a signature cocktail while they are waiting for the bride-to-be to walk down the aisle gives the event a touch of comfort. You are anticipating your guests needs.

AFTER PARTY

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Four hours of fun and frolicking for your reception leaves your guests wanting more. Having your guests go on their merry way after the reception is thing of the past. You now throw an after party to allow your guests to continue the festivities well into the night. The fun never ends! Whether it be at the hotel afterward or on the beach somewhere, plan for light food, beverages and music to keep the crowds engaged throughout the night. Your guests do not want the party to end.

COLD SPARKLERS

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Hand held sparklers are a thing of the past, (and for good reason, people who have been drinking should not play with fire), Cold sparklers give the magical send off without the danger element.

FORGET ABOUT FAVORS

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Favors as a keepsake are out. Treat your guests to a delicious snack from a cookie, popcorn or candy bar. Have your guests fill their goody bag with deliciousness for the ride home. Add a bottle of water and call it a wonderful night!

Want to provide a gift to your loved one? Send them a gift card today!

Want to see our past events? Check our Instagram page @njweddingpros to see how we’ve helped craft the perfect day for others.

XOXO,
Cathy Petrellese
NJ Wedding Pros
740 River Rd. Suite 240
Fair Haven, NJ 07704
njweddingpros@gmail.com
http://www.njweddingpros.com
732-747-0900

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Romantic Date Ideas To Keep You Warm This Winter

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Romantic Date Ideas To Keep Your Heart Warm This Winter

a couple doing ice skating
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Yes, the air is getting chilly and our noses are turning red. And the temperature is dropping, while everyone wants to stay in bed. Winter has approached us at full-speed and date ideas are in urgent need. But look no further! Below are several of the cutest winter date ideas!

Ice Skating

two women in ice skates sitting on lake
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Skate away from the cold and into the arms of your mate with an ice skating date!

Hot Chocolate

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Ditch the coffee and go on a hot chocolate date with your special someone! Hot chocolate is full of good-ness and warmth. Why not share its goodness with someone else?

Skiing

couple skiing near the woods
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You’ll be surrounded with the snow, other skiers, and your soulmate! Skiing is a fun winter date idea that will keep you and your partner active. If both of you are first-time skiers, you could learn the art of skiing together! How cute would that be?

Road Trip

unrecognizable couple travelling in car
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A road trip is a nice (and warm!) way to spend quality time with someone you love.

Movie Marathon

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Stay-in and out of the cold with a movie-marathon-night. Pick a series of movies that you love and adore or one that you and your partner have never seen before and spend the entire night binging. Snuggle up with one another underneath the covers for maximum warmth!

Heated Igloo

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Cozy up with your loved one in a heated igloo complete with blanket! An intimate setting for a magical night with a great view!

Fire Pits

closed up photography of flame
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Get fired up with your loved one. Snuggle up with your significant other and sip to your hearts content.

Carriage Ride

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On a horse-driven carriage is the perfect way to spend a winter day.

Wine Tasting

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A wine tasting is the perfect way to feel classy in the frosty weather of winter.

Cooking Class

couple having date while man cooking pasta on counter
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Whip up something warm for you and your partner with a cooking class.

Planning on turning one of these special winter dates into a proposal? Let us help you plan the perfect moment with our Proposal Packages!

XOXO,
Elise Monsanto
NJ Wedding Pros
740 River Rd. Suite 240
Fair Haven, NJ 07704
njweddingpros@gmail.com
http://www.njweddingpros.com
732-747-0900

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Gift Love with Gift Cards

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Gift Love with Gift Cards

Gift love to those special to you with an NJ Wedding Pros gift card! From sweet sixteens to weddings, our gift cards can be applied to any events of ours.

An NJ Wedding Pros gift card is the perfect way to help out a groom or bride with wedding expenses, a friend with a proposal coming up, or an in-laws baby shower. No matter the occasion, a gift card could be a perfect present and a perfect way to offer a helping hand in the planning process.

Our gift cards can be applied to any electronic NJ Wedding Pros invoice.

Want to provide a gift to your loved one? Send them a gift card today!

Want to see our past events? Check our Instagram page @njweddingpros to see how we’ve helped craft the perfect day for others.

XOXO,
Elise Monsanto
NJ Wedding Pros
740 River Rd. Suite 240
Fair Haven, NJ 07704
njweddingpros@gmail.com
http://www.njweddingpros.com
732-747-0900

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+ Event Planning, Your Wedding Day

10 Whimsical Winter Wedding Ideas

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10 Whimsical Winter Wedding Ideas

As Frank Sinatra once said, “The weather outside is frightful”. And along with chills and hot chocolate, winter brings romance. The best way to fend off the cold weather is with your partner, whether it be snuggling next to or cozying up with one another. For some, the fight against the weather may even include tying the knot! If a winter wedding is on your mind, here are 10 whimsical wedding ideas to bring your magical day to life.

1. Christmas

For lovers of all things jolly, a Christmas themed-wedding would be the perfect way to begin your newlywed journey. Incorporate Christmas from the ceremony to the reception of your wedding with a red green color scheme, wreaths here and there, and a Christmas tree (or two!) near your arch.

2. Winter Wonderland

What would winter be without snow? Instead of waiting for it to snow on your wedding day, make it snow with a winter wonderland theme! Making use of white and greens, you can create the perfect winter-scape. Put white birch trees down the altar and place fake snow wherever possible for you and your guests to be “walking in a winter wonderland“.

3. All-White

An all-white wedding will bring a hint of elegance to the winter season. From table settings to flower arrangements, everything in the wedding will be a delicate white shade. To make sure everything is consistent, make sure the guests are aware of what shade of white is acceptable to wear.

4. Greenery

Winter is the perfect time to find the beauty in nature. Although the cold season is a time when we do not see much nature, you can still appreciate it with a greenery-themed wedding. By using greenery garlands, greenery table runners, and an abundance of leaves, your wedding can incorporate the beauty of our environment.

5. Valentine’s Day

A Valentine’s Day wedding theme screams love. As Valentine’s Day occurs during the winter season, it is a perfect winter wedding idea! A Valentine’s Day wedding theme would be complete with shades of pink and red in decor and flower arrangements. Don’t forget to have an abundance of hearts spread around your ceremony and reception to complete the look.

6. Cabin/Lodge

A cabin wedding brings the best cozy-vibes for the winter season. Bring warmth and joy to your special day with a lodge setting. To really create the cabin feel, illuminate the space with lanterns and candles, along with the lighting the fireplace.

7. Icy

Along with snow, ice is another thing that comes to mind when thinking of winter. With shades of silver and blue, an icy wedding theme will keep all of your guests chilly. Use blue lighting along with your decor to create an “icy” illusion.

8. Royal Wedding

Even though it is getting darker outside, you can keep things light and bright with a royal wedding theme. Focus on whites and golds and whatever that comes to mind when you think of royalty with this theme. Decor could include crowns, scrolls, and anything that shouts elegance. An important part of this theme is your choice of venue. You may want to consider a historical mansion or a venue that resembles a castle. As soon as guests arrive, they will feel like they are attending a royal affair.

New Year’s

Celebrate the new year with love! A new year’s-themed wedding is a great way to bring in the new year with the love of your life. This theme, using a color scheme of gold, black and white, would bring the same joy as counting down the clock. To bring the entire theme together, use clocks as a part of your decor.

Starry Night

The best time for star gazing is the winter. When the nights are cold and long, the skies are as clear as ever. You can recreate a starry night for your wedding theme and feel like you and your mate are right underneath a night sky. Using black and silver as your colors, magic would be created for your special “night”.

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Need help with your winter wedding? Contact us and check out our Event Services! Be sure to check out our Instagram page @njweddingpros to see photos of our past weddings.

XOXO,
Elise Monsanto
NJ Wedding Pros
740 River Rd. Suite 240
Fair Haven, NJ 07704
njweddingpros@gmail.com
http://www.njweddingpros.com
732-747-0900