Real Wedding: Carla & Cian - The Details

Carla and Cian held their tented wedding at a private family residence in Glen Ridge, NJ. They wanted a personal, relaxed and fun fall wedding. We incorporated wheat throughout, the Christian symbol for prosperity. Check out some of the incredible details of their day:

All guests were greeted by trays of spiked Arnold Palmers in mason jars (which became a crowd favorite which flowed all night!).

The bride and groom wanted their guests to be comfortable, so Cian provided his close friends with matching Chuck Taylors!

The menu was upscale bbq cuisine including ribs and corn on the cob. We created custom wetnaps to keep the guests fingers clean!

The centerpieces were in mason jars to tie in with the signature drinks.

I had the perfect team behind me to make Carla and Cian's day flawless.

Hair & Makeup: I Do Hair & Make-Up
Flowers: Flowers by Connie Reimer
Photography: Tania Lezak Photography
Stationery: Designs By MK
Monogram and Favor Tags: Peekaboo Paperie
Wetnaps: As You Wish Wedding & Event Design
Catering: Culinary Creations
Candy Apples: Carol Weaver (email us for information)
Table Numbers, Mr. & Mrs. Signs, and Carla & Cian signs: The Back Porch Shoppe

Thank you Carla & Cian for being amazing clients! I was truly honored to be a part of your day!

If you have any questions about anything you have seen here, email us at stacey@asyouwishwed.biz! Photo Credit: Tania Lezak Photography

Real Wedding: Carla & Cian

Back in September, I had the privilege of working with Carla & Cian. They are hands down the most loving couple I have ever worked with. Their day was about them and nothing else. It was personal and filled with love. They hold a special place in my heart as one of my favorite couples. I want to share so much of their wedding that it won't fit in one post. Here are a few personal shots. Does it get more gorgeous than this?

Check back on Wednesday for detail shots of their big day!

Photo Credit: Tania Lezak Photography

Real Wedding: Ali & Wes

Back in June, I had the total planners nightmare. I had a tented wedding on a day where we got 3" of rain. It was muddy and the conditions were less than ideal, but the guests that came to celebrate Ali & Wes had more fun than I have seen at almost any wedding. With a great team of pro's behind me and a cold for two weeks to follow, Ali & Wes became husband and wife.

Cast of Characters
Ceremony & Reception: Shipyard Marina, Hoboken NJ
Caterer: Contemporary Foods, Harrington Park, NJ
Flowers & Decor: Stem and Company, Upper Montclair, NJ
Photography: Henry Shoots by Henry Chan, New York City

Here are a few setup shots that I took. The ceremony was at the far end of their pier with the NYC Skyline as the backdrop. Once guests were moved into cocktail hour, we transformed the ceremony space into a lounge.



Here are some of the gorgeous pro shots taken by Henry Chan:









Congratulations, Ali & Wes! It was great to be a part of your day.

Photo Credit: Henry Shoots by Henry Chan

Real Wedding: Alana & Brian

Cast of Characters

Ceremony and Reception: Meadow Wood Manor
Hair & Makeup: Michelle Lo Conte & Tricia Catenero
Flowers: Touch of Elegance
Music: Dynasty Entertainment/Jack Goodman Orchestras


From the moment I arrived until the moment I left on Alana & Brian's wedding day, there was non-stop happiness. There was singing, dancing, karaoke-ing, and many spontaneous sing-alongs by the bridal party. The happiness never stopped.

The bridal party sang "Going to the Chapel" every few minutes throughout the entire morning.

I originally met Alana through working with the incredible Michelle Lo Conte, who was responsible for Alana's gorgeous hair and makeup. I'm so glad she finally got the opportunity to relax and enjoy a wedding!

Isn't she gorgeous?

Alana & Brian's wedding day was a love story straight out of a movie. Literally. They put so much thought and detail into all of their movie themed details!

Thank you Alana & Brian for allowing me to take part in your big day. It was truly a night to remember!