It’s more common than ever before for couples of differing faiths to come together in marriage. Not so long ago, this wasn’t the case. But today, people are uniting not necessarily due to religious beliefs but because of shared interests and common values. So whether you’re a practicing Muslim, a devout Catholic, you follow the
Let’s Get Real: Paying for the Big Day

Once the excitement of your engagement wears off, the reality of wedding planning usually starts to set in. There are a million and one decision to make on everything from the venue, photographer, food, beverage, to music and transportation. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Of course, every bride manages to bring it
Making the Most of It: A Bride’s Guide to Coping with Stressful Situations

We’ve all been there. You’re at a wedding and something is going wrong. It doesn’t matter how many safety nets you put into place— sometimes, life just happens. I’ve seen it all, from ambulance sirens to electrical issues, early October snow to a gnat infestation. And guess what? It’s usually these small hiccups that not
Our Beautiful Brides Are Featured in Cosmo!

By Thomas Wolosik Over the past 30 years of photographing weddings of every size, scope, and theme under the sun, I’ve learned a few things. I’ve learned that every wedding is different. Every event is special. Every moment is worthy of a picture. And every wedding has its own set of unique highlights that are
Photo Spots

Verona Park: Verona, NJ Verona Park is located in Verona and is part of the Essex County Parks System. It’s a large park (over 50 acres!) with a 13-acre lake, boathouse and many more amenities. This park is one of my favorite places to take engagement, wedding and other event photos because there are many
Rehearsal Party 101

By now, you’re well aware that planning a wedding isn’t for the faint at heart. Come to think of it, the entire process from the engagement until you’re ready to walk down the aisle can take a lot out of you. And today, more and more happy couples are taking on an additional wedding “event,”
The Best Wedding Flowers For Each Season

There’s no denying that flowers can easily transform a beautiful wedding into a magazine-worthy event. But what happens if your favorite floral variety isn’t available in your wedding month? Before you start worrying, remember that when it comes to flowers, you definitely have options. Whether you’re obsessed with the soft, subtle perfection of a pink
The Ins and Outs of Engagement Photos

Once he’s popped the question, things start happening really fast. There’s, of course, a wedding to plan and you have quite a few decisions to make. You have to find a venue, choose a caterer, and start working on your color scheme/theme. Whether your wedding is in a year or just a few months, time
The Name Game

The choice of whether or not to assume the name of your spouse wasn’t a common concern even just a few decades ago in the United States. In fact, a vast majority of women throughout the English-speaking world naturally (and legally) assumed their husband’s name after marriage. But that wasn’t the case throughout the world.