Weddings

To Have and to Hold

These inspirational expert tips and luxurious products will give your wedding an elegant finishing touch.

Setting the Table
Local event and floral designers infuse reception tables with extraordinary arrangements and set designs. See their work here.

Bespoke Beauty
Your dream dress can come to life through the talents of local designer and former Broadway costume draper Lisa Krizner-George. Known for her artistically crafted custom bridal gowns (example pictured here), Krizner-George hand-sews each piece with the finest pure silks and imported laces. “There is so much hand-work in my dresses from the very beginning stages to the finished product,” she says. “Everything is done in the bespoke tradition.” 917.658.1630, vanillapink.com

Beyond the Veil
Handmade headpieces by Nancy Redisch of Demarest are a stunning addition to any formal up-do. nancyredischdesigns.com

Go for the Gold
Containing actual flecks of 24-kt. gold, Oribe’s newest pomade ($48, oribe.com) gives your hair a lustrous, showstopping shine. “This sleek and sexy pomade could be called ‘makeup for your hair,’” says Jack Panico, owner of Panico Salon and Spa in Oradell, Ridgewood, and West Caldwell.

Must Have
Amanda Pearl Mariée clutch in ivory duchess satin in hand-beaded frame and pearl and crystal details. $2,395; amandapearl.com

Beach Read
Historic landmarks and sandy beaches provide the perfect setting to your big day. This book guides you through planning an elegant event in the third most popular wedding destination in the country. $15; capemayweddingbook.com

Editors’ Tip
Treat your out-of-town guests to a taste of the Garden State by creating a quintessential New Jersey welcome basket.
Contents: Johnson’s Popcorn, Ocean City; Shore Chic, Keyport (postcards); Jersey Girl Chocolate, Chester; Rojo’s Roastery, Lambertville (coffee); Boylan Bottling Company, (soda), cafepress.com/ilovenjstore.com (mug); N.J. Div. of Travel and Tourism (maps); Beaucoup (tag); The Macbeth Collection, West New York (basket)

With this Ring...
This handmade porcelain plate is a modern take on the traditional ring-bearer pillow. $50, at Nest Décor, Marlboro, 732.536.6378

Invitations
Give your guests a taste of luxury before the big day. Little Black Dress Paperie in Bernardsville customizes invitations to fit your personality and wedding theme. The final product is polished with dazzling embellishments and decorative packaging. littleblackdresspaperie.com

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Puppy Love
If you plan to include your pet in the ceremony, make sure it is both safe and practical. Ask yourself: Is my pet comfortable with strangers? Does the venue allow pets? Can someone supervise him during and after the ceremony? If the answer is no to any of the above, you may want to limit your attendees to two legs.

Brides Give Back
Want to use your celebration as an opportunity to help the less fortunate? Here are some suggestions: Donate your dress to Brides Against Breast Cancer (bridesagainstbreastcancer.org), where it will be resold to raise funds for breast cancer research; feed the needy with leftover food from your event through East Brunswick company Special E, (thespeciale.com); or support a charity of your choice by adding Global Giving (globalgiving.com) to your registry.