Sterling Ballroom Wedding
It was definitely a great experience capturing Lauren & Juan’s dual themed, Anchor/Superhero wedding day. Whether it was their family and friends, their awesome makeup/hair pros, Danielle & Gina or the staff at Sterling Ballroom, the atmosphere was so relaxed and fun. So much so, that we decided to have a second photo shoot on the beach in their wedding gear when it was much less crowded.
**Lauren & Juan Sterling Ballroom Wedding**
~How did you choose your wedding day look?
My first dress shopping trip to David’s Bridal, we picked out 6-8 dresses. I tried them all on but there was one in particular that just felt like a better fit, so I tried it on again. The DB consultant brought over accessories and that is where I found the jeweled belt that was sewn onto my dress. I chose an Ivory A-line strapless dress that has ruching from top to bottom. The Groom chose a charcoal Calvin Klein suit with an Ivory vest from Macy’s.
~Did you have a specific theme, style or color palette?
To combine the interests of the bride & groom, we had two themes for our wedding. Our invitations and the front of our cake revolved around anchors which symbolize strength, Juan served in the Navy and we both like going out on the boat. The second theme revolved around superheros, where the groomsmen were given superhero cufflinks, the back of our wedding cake was decorated with the Captain America & Wonder Woman symbols and our cake topper was superheros as well. The color palette was Navy and Gray.
~How did you decorate your space for the ceremony & reception?
Bride’s house had a flower centerpiece similar to that of her bouquet. The place card holders at the venue were DIY, cork base where we wrote our names and the date of the wedding. During the cake cutting, the children were given masks to wear as if they were superheros.
~What were some of your favorite parts of your wedding?
Our favorite part of the wedding was EVERYTHING!! Even with being nervous walking down the aisle or saying our vows, those two moments were two of the best parts of our day. Taking pictures at the beach was amazing, especially since we had beautiful weather. Once at Sterling Ballroom, the food was delicious, the wedding cake looked amazing from Chocolate Carousel and our first dance was perfect. The time went extremely fast and we wish we could live that day all over again.
~What was your most anticipated or special moment for your wedding day?
Most anticipated for the bride was seeing the grooms reaction when I walked down the aisle, saying my vows to him and our first dance. For the groom it was seeing the brides dress and hearing her vows.
~Any advice for couples?
Map out your due dates, keep a list of things needed to be completed, don’t sweat the small stuff and keep an eye on the bigger picture. Enjoy every minute of planning and don’t rush the time away because the day of your wedding will go extremely fast and even if there are hiccups along the way, brush them off and have fun because the important part is that you’re marrying the love of your life.
Venue: Sterling Ballroom // Entertainment: Off the Chart Entertainment
MUA and Hair: Danielle Ruth & Gina Diane // Cake: Chocolate Carousel
Church: St. Clements // Transportation: D&G Limo // Florist: Isabel Silva
Stationary: Vistaprint // Wedding Gown: David’s Bridal
Groom’s Attire: Calvin Klein @ Macys // Jewelry: Vera Wang @ Zales
Cufflinks: Amazon
Lauren & Paul’s NJ Wedding Photos featured on the Knot
It was my honor and pleasure to be a part of Lauren & Paul’s NJ wedding memories and I am excited to announce that their wedding photos have been featured on the Knot’s real weddings. https://www.theknot.com/real-weddings/an-elegant-wedding-at-fiesta-banquets-in-wood-ridge-new-jersey-album
Priscilla & Henry’s NJ Civil Wedding Ceremony
It was my pleasure to be a part of Priscilla & Henry’s civil wedding at the Perth Amboy Municipal Court as they shared their vows with their parents and siblings.
Proud to have Lauren’s NY Bridal Shower featured by The Modern Jewish Wedding
I am proud to be featured on The Modern Jewish Wedding for Lauren’s NY Bridal Shower at Brooklyn’s Ahi Ezer Congregation.
Lauren’s Bridal Shower in Brooklyn, NY at Ahi Ezer Congregation was a joy.
She, her family and friends celebrated her change from Miss Schwalb to Mrs. Goldstein. After participating via a previously recorded video during the future bride and groom trivia game, Lauren’s fiance Robbie made a surprise in person appearance during the bingo game.
Lauren’s bridesmaids had their own surprise planned, with a “life’s moments” themed champagne presentation which featured such events as, the first wedding anniversary, first baby and first house.
Mazel Tov Lauren & Robbie
New Jersey Wedding Photography – Michelle & Cesar’s Wedding Story
Michelle & Cesar’s NJ wedding photography memories candidly captured by New Jersey wedding photographer, Will Rodriguez, owner of A Picturesque Memory Photography.
Thankful for being featured by Norah Sleep Wedding Style
I am thankful to be featured by this incredible wedding planner from “across the pond”, UK
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Gorgeous Bridal Details Photographed
By Will Rodriguez
The amazingly talented Will Rodriguez lets his lens tell the wedding story and captures some gorgeous, stylish bridal details in the process. Here is just a little insight into his beautiful bridal images.
Bridal dress shots.
For a wedding it is the little details that will make a wedding unique and special. Even if several brides choose an identical bridal gown, it is the personal touches that make each wedding gown different to the eye and I think Will captures these little bridal details via his camera. Often these little details are the bride’s favorites because they are those little bridal indulgences that we allow ourselves on this very special day.
Will provides close up shots to show everyone the fabulous bridal details, like these beautiful bridal nails.
Oh the bridal shoes! Brides just love to capture the image of their wedding shoes, as they can look back over time to see the beautiful heels they wore.
Will captures beautiful wedding flowers
Will gets up close and personal to capture every bridal detail. Here it is hair and makeup time.
Here Will capture Indian bridal details; nothing is missed.
The transformation is complete and the blushing bride is ready for Will’s lens.
Just add the gorgeous wedding bouquet.
Finally, after the ceremony Will captures a beautiful wedding moment.
‘You may kiss the bride’ A picturesque memory from Will Rodriguez.
The affordable NJ Wedding Photographer Will Rodriguez is available to ensure gorgeous customise wedding pictures.
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