Jennifer Rizzuto

4 Reasons to Get Married on an Off-Day
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4 Reasons to Get Married on an Off-Day

Considering a Thursday wedding? Or even a TUESDAY wedding? Here are 4 reasons to get married on an off-day! There’s no denying that weekends are made for weddings – most of us are off from work and ready to party, with fewer responsibilities than we have during the week. But while choosing a Saturday or […]

Should I Take Out a Loan for My Wedding?
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Should I Take Out a Loan for My Wedding?

Should you stick to a strict budget? Or borrow money to bring your wedding visions to life?  Your guest list tops 200, you want the string quartet AND the aerialists at the cocktail hour, and those main course upgrades look impossible to resist. You’ve been waiting your whole life for your wedding day, and let’s […]

27 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hair and Makeup Artist
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27 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hair and Makeup Artist

You want flawless hair and makeup for the big day! Here are 27 questions to ask when choosing a hair and makeup artist, so you’ll know that you’re working with someone who can execute your vision.    Natural glow or glitzed-up glam? Boho waves or a sleek up do? Whatever your preferences, you’ll need a […]

“If you’re looking for a destination wedding and something that’s unique, I can give you everything:” The Crescent Beach Club Offers Paradise in Your Own Backyard
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“If you’re looking for a destination wedding and something that’s unique, I can give you everything:” The Crescent Beach Club Offers Paradise in Your Own Backyard

Featuring white sand, majestic palms, and newly-renovated facilities with a tropical vibe, The Crescent Beach Club is the ideal location for a destination wedding – no travel required! Since the moment you began planning, your heart’s been set on a beachfront wedding. The calm waves, the sandy shores, the palm trees swaying in the breeze […]

6 of the Best Wedding Planners on Long Island
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6 of the Best Wedding Planners on Long Island

Want to hand someone else the wedding planning reins? Here are 6 of the best wedding planners on Long Island! There are those of us who busted out the spreadsheets before our fiancés could even slip the ring on our fingers. But if the thought of coordinating vendors, making a timeline, and scheduling venue appointments […]

8 Registry Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
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8 Registry Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Get the items you want and need – WITHOUT stressing your guests. Here are 8 registry mistakes you’ll want to avoid There are two kinds of brides – the ones who can’t wait to pick out china patterns, stand mixers, and multi-use InstantPots, and the ones who’d rather forego the physical gifts for cold hard […]

Help! I’m Supposed to Get My Period on My Wedding Day!
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Help! I’m Supposed to Get My Period on My Wedding Day!

“That time of the month” aligning with “you may now kiss the bride”? Here’s what to do if you’re supposed to get your period on your wedding day It WOULD be like Aunt Flo to show up to your wedding uninvited.  We get it. The thought of donning a (very white and probably fitted) dress […]

The 7 Best Caterers, Catering Trucks, and Piaggio Apes on Long Island
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The 7 Best Caterers, Catering Trucks, and Piaggio Apes on Long Island

It’s not a party without the food! Here are the best catering options on Long Island What’s a wedding (or a bridal shower or bachelorette) without some tasty treats? Sure, your venue will serve up some delicious fare. But if you’re looking for something a little extra – the “cherry on top,” if you will […]