The Best Wedding Vendors in Avenel, NJ

The Best Wedding Vendors in Avenel, NJ

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Avenel, NJ

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J.FLYNN 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

I began my career a decade ago. As a tour photographer, I began accompanying musicians all over the world. Little did I know at that point the low lights, high energy, and late nights would translate well into my career as a wedding photographer. My start as a music photographer gave me the confidence to navigate even the most challenging and unpredictable situations, and I use the same philosophy now while photographing weddings: keep calm, stay observant, and follow the action.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the very first wedding that Jess and I worked together, I knew I had found "the one." Photographing alongside other artists typically comes with some growing pains, however working with Jess was effortless from the beginning. She has a talent, creative eye, and sensitivity that is unparalleled. Her ability to create beautiful images while gracefully navigating complex dynamics and stressful moments on a wedding day makes her a magician in my eyes. I continue to learn something from her every time we're together. Highly recommend.
Kelly G., 5 years ago
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Far Out Feeling 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Meaghan here - I’m the one from which you’ll hear a lot of “Fuck yeah!!!” and “You guys look so hot!” My inspiration comes from our lord and savior, Janis Joplin, and my style is free movement and honesty. Howdy! I'm Brendon, a quiet Mid-Westerner turned East-Coast loud-mouth who happens to have a knack for photography, editing, graphic illustration, and all things creative. My background comes from shooting fashion shows and exclusive events for BFA.com around NYC, which made me appreciate the avant-garde.

We had a terrific experience working with Meaghan and Brendon of “Far Out Feeling.” If you’ve made it this far, you already love their style – their ability to capture both candid and staged photos artfully – and we are happy to report that the photographers have personalities to match. We loved meeting them for drinks months in advance of our wedding, which gave us a nice context for one another when the day finally came (we cannot imagine, now, not knowing our wedding photographers when they arrived to take pictures of us!) We perhaps didn’t consider how crucial this feeling of comfort was, but when you think about, you do spend a tremendous portion of your wedding day with your photographers. Meaghan and Brendon felt like friends, which made even the parts of the wedding that we don’t like (posing!) feel easy, natural, and fun. Meaghan and Brendon were incredibly responsive, from first to last. They always got back to us the day we had a question, and even weeks after our wedding, they were responding to our technical difficulties within minutes. And the photos themselves turned out great! Again, you’ve probably seen evidence of this already. We cannot wait to print them, frame them, and, in all likelihood, post them relentlessly to our Instagram stories. A huge thank you to Meaghan and Brendon, who we recommend whole-heartedly.
Matt, 10 months ago
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Constellation Culinary Group 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Constellation is the caterer for numerous venues throughout the Philadelphia area, with unique locations from raw industrial spaces and lively concert halls to historic houses and iconic museums, and also offers in-home and office catering. Our dedicated team forms strong connections both inside our organization and with our clients, and these connections define us. Together, we bring restaurant-quality outside of restaurants, serving everything from intimate weddings to non-profit galas. We’ve built a culinary group that does what restaurants always have: get people talking—and daydreaming—about food, long after their last bite.

When we signed on with Constellation to cater our wedding, we had high expectations based on their stellar reputation alone, and they far exceeded our expectations on every level. During the year-long planning process, Brittany and her team were wonderful to work with; they were responsive from start to finish and very accomodating of our requests to ensure everything matched our vision from rentals to service to food. We had a backyard wedding so food service was anything but standard. They were flexible and nimble enough to service out of a barn (!) and a garage and somehow pulled it all off without a hitch. And, of course, the food was incredible. The cocktail hour spread with passed hors d'oeuvres and stations was a showstopper and I'm still dreaming about (and trying to emulate) our beautiful dual entree. Thank you to Brittany and the entire Constellation team for helping to make our wedding day perfect!
Ilana & G., 5 years ago
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Daisy & Travis FoTography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

I'm Daisy (also known as the 3 styled Photog) Passionate; Expressive; Devout. Photography is something that I stumbled upon 8 years ago and instantly fell in love with. I am fortunate enough that I have found joy in capturing the art amidst peoples' lives and places around the world. I was born in France, spent my childhood in Cameroon, West Africa and moved to the USA 25 years ago. My foreign experiences, footwork and training has allowed me to become an avid photography world traveler. My personal favorite focus is Wedding Photography and specifically shooting in three distinct styles (Light and Airy, Moody, and in Vibrant Colors).

Awarded Best of Zola
Daisy was easy to work with and put the groom at ease prior to the ceremony
Maudlyn Zuofa, a year ago
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Summit Catering 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Summit Catering officially opened in 1991. The owner built this small family business from the ground up. In 1998, they welcomed their first child with three more to follow. They work alongside Joe and Dory to help this family business thrive. In 2018, Summit welcomes Chef Kevin to their team to work alongside Joe. Our event planners, Alysa and Tori, will be with you from booking to executing your wedding day. They work 24/7 to ensure you a stress-free wedding planning experience. After 29 successful years of serving South Jersey, Joe, Dory, Kevin, Tori, and Alysa are ready and eager to make your next event a culinary experience!

Tori, Nina, Dory, Patty, and the whole Summit crew made our day spectacular. Of course the food was outrageously good with super unique choices (our appetizers included turkey and brie egg rolls and bacon wrapped dates stuffed with goat cheese to just name a few), but the start-to-finish support and care taken by Tori, Nina, and Patty put our mind at ease throughout the entire day. And that was so important to us. Tori helped us throughout the entire planning process make the decisions that suited us best, and was always there to hype up our choices. Nina ran the smoothest ship the day of the wedding. And Patty was incredible day-of, making sure we ate, drank, and were well taken care of. We wanted a fun party that felt uniquely us, and Summit helped us achieve that. We are so, so grateful, and hope to be able to work with them again in the future.
Alex D., 5 days ago
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Aspen Strings 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Aspen Strings brings you live music for weddings, private and corporate events to the Tri-State area (NY, NJ & PA) and beyond. We make any event an elevated experience for your guests with a tasteful selection of classical, jazz, Bossa nova, Flamenco, Samba, Latin & Tango arrangements.

We had a wonderful experience working with Aspen Strings for our wedding! They were super friendly and easy to get in touch with throughout the planning process. We picked some unique songs for our processional that typically have heavy orchestration involved but Bryan was able to arrange them to sound beautiful on just guitar. The bossa nova they played for our cocktail hour was also incredible, everyone loved it! Such great style and energy all around, we couldn’t have asked for better live music on our special day.
Lauren C., a year ago
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Wild Meadow Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Wedding and lifestyle photographer committed to helping you. Your wedding day isn't just about another photo session. When I book a wedding, I want to help you capture all the moments that this part of your life includes. The emotions, the smiles, the first dance, the cake cutting. All of it. When booking me you're not only booking a wedding photographer, but you're also booking your day of advocate for your love story. Of course, you will have all your formal portraits, but i also love to capture the small moments some people miss. I so look forward to speaking and hopefully working together to make your dream day a reality!

Awarded Best of Zola
Veronica with Wild Meadow Photography was fantastic to work with for our wedding photography. Throughout the planning process, communication was always quick and efficient whenever we had questions or needed to coordinate details. On our big day, Veronica captured stunning, magical photos that we will treasure forever. She has an amazing talent for composing beautiful scenes and bringing out the emotions of the moment. Veronica was also extremely professional yet blended into the event seamlessly to get candid, joyful shots of our guests. We could not be happier with the gorgeous photos Veronica delivered, which will allow us to relive our special day for years to come. I highly recommend Wild Meadow's services!
Karalyn D., 9 months ago
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Serenity Bridal NYC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Serenity Bridal NYC is a premier wedding venue located in New York City, offering top-notch photography and videography services. Our highly experienced head photographer & videographer has a proven track record of capturing countless weddings with skill and expertise, making her one of the most sought-after professionals in the industry. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service to our brides, ensuring that their special day is beautifully documented through stunning photographs and videos.

Nohemi did an amazing job with my wedding and engagement pictures. So happy that we booked Serenity for our wedding. Therefore, the prices are affordable, they are very organized and professional.
Jolena F., a year ago
Craig Scott Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Imagine your guests entering your reception to the sounds of violins as they arrive to your venue, then enter your ceremony or cocktail to the sounds of a string or classical ensemble. Let us show you how to start your party off right and give your guests a “sense of arrival".

We had the pleasure of having Phase One perform at our wedding for the ceremony, reception, and after-party, and they absolutely blew us away! From start to finish, they were engaged not only with us but with the entire crowd. Their energy was contagious, and they knew exactly how to read the room, keeping everyone on the dance floor the whole time. The transitions between songs were seamless, and the variety in their set list kept all of our guests—young and old—dancing nonstop. We couldn’t have asked for a better band to set the perfect tone for our big day. Highly recommend Phase One to anyone looking to elevate their event with incredible live music! A special shout out to our Band leader Rich who made the process so easy!
Kimberly M., 10 months ago
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The Little Wooden Flower 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $50
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Weddings are a lot of work… let us help You already have a working vision but need a professional to answer questions, offer advice, and coordinate the details of your wedding day so it can be everything you ever dreamed of. Please submit all inquires directly through our website.

Victoria is amazing!! Victoria was there to make sure we thought and planned everything throughout the entire wedding planning process. Once the day came, we were all so prepared, and Victoria was there to make sure everything went smoothly, and allowed us a day to focus on the most important things, each other. Any challenge that arose on the day, Victoria handled with grace and expertise. We can't recommend Victoria enough!
Sean + J., 9 months ago
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Presley Planning 

4.8

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

I'm Victoria, Owner + Lead Planner at Presley Planning with four years experience in the wedding industry and seven years in beauty marketing. My unique background is where I became the detail-oriented and creative professional that I am today (& weddings are ALL about the details!). My wedding experience includes traditional and non-traditional venues, large outdoor tented weddings and bespoke intimate ceremonies. I customize each package to my clients’ needs and make sure you're enjoying the process along the way! The only thing I love more than my husband + two pups (George + Henry), is making my clients' dream wedding vision come to life!

We got married September 17th and could not be happier with the services Victoria and her team provided for us. Victoria will become your new bff during the wedding planning process and was always happy to proofread an invitation or help me pick a napkin color. She went well above and beyond my expectations and really provided a stress free year of wedding planning. Victoria coordinated with all my vendors and handled all communication the month of my wedding. This was a huge weight off my shoulders with so many other appointments during that busy time. She provided a website that made our seating chart planning painless and everything off our wedding to-do list was completed (including things I didn’t even think of). The day of our wedding, an overwhelming sigh of relief flooded over me when Victoria walked in with a huge smile on her face, ready to conquer whatever issues arised during the day. She was resolving problems before they even became an issue and before me as the bride even caught wind of what was going on. Victoria, Shannon, and Kyle were such an important part of our big day. They handled all venue and vendor coordination during set up for the wedding and made sure everything was exactly to my liking that we discussed in the weeks leading up to our day. From running to purchase a missing bow tie for the groom to making sure I was holding my bouquet right before walking down the aisle, the Presley Planning team ensured our wedding was going to be perfect. The minute I felt a single drop of rain while taking photos, Shannon had an umbrella over my head, and Kyle always made sure I had a sip of water ready between pictures. Victoria truly thinks of everything. We had a guest feel ill and head home before dinner was served. She had their meals boxed and ran them out to the car as the guests were leaving so that they were still able to enjoy their dinners. At the end of the night, Victoria made sure everything was packed into our car, cleaned up, and sent important items and boxed dinner with my husband and I on the shuttle. Our wedding day was nothing short of magical and I truly have Victoria and her team to thank for such a perfect day. Victoria goes well above and beyond what the venue coordinators and bridal attendants do for you, essentially making sure all moving parts of your wedding day run smoothly. We highly, highly recommend Presley Planning for your wedding coordination.
Stephanie H., 2 years ago
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Amore Weddings 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

With 5-star ratings from all of our clients, we specialize in event design and centerpiece rentals, starting in 2010 with the vision of creating beautiful and elaborate events that are affordable. We offer one-stop shopping for your event design, centerpiece rentals, and bridal party flowers. When creating our modern and chic centerpiece arrangements, we use only the best quality flowers and supplies. Let us bring your vision to life with our expert touch and exceptional service. Contact us today to discuss how we can make your special day unforgettable. Your dream event is just a consultation away!

Amore was one of my favorite vendors to work with. Not only did they make my floral decor dreams come true, but they were so patient, attentive, and accommodating. Their quality of florals and presentation went completely beyond my expectations and the most fairly priced ever. I cannot thank them enough for how jaw-droppingly beautiful their work is and how happy this made me on my special day
Samantha D., a year ago
Stardust Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

We specialize in creating an atmosphere where people let loose, sing at the top of their lungs, and spend all night dancing. Your event decor will be beautiful and the food will be delicious, but what your guests will really remember is how much fun they had. And Stardust Entertainment is here to make sure they have the best time. EVER!

My partner and I are known for being the life of the party, so when we got married we knew it had to the most epic party we’ve ever done. We found Michael’s website and scheduled a free consultation. Michael was kind, and very thorough. He asked about our vision for the day, and was really focused on what we wanted which made us feel very comfortable and confident that he would deliver on our expectations. And let me tell you…did he DELIVER! First, the setup was clean and intentional, he did not overlook even the slightest detail. Our introductions were none traditional and he nailed it! After our first dances and dinner it was time to crank it up, and for the rest of the night EVERYONE was on the dance floor. I don’t even think we said hi to everyone that came…I’m talking music thumping, lights flashing, banger after banger being played!! The absolute BEST night of our lives! I need a DJ like Mikie J just for everyday use. We are still getting compliments from our guests… so if you’re reading this, and you want to make sure you have the time of your lives, you’ve found your guy!
Carlos and S., a year ago
Stella Fatalé 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 6
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

TO PROVIDE YOU THE BEST EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE, ALL INQUIRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE ONLY. Third party messages will not be seen._______Stella Fatalé is a New Jersey bridal hair team created to make brides feel gorgeous and confident as you walk down that aisle. Natali and her team of hairstylists focus on personalizing every style, from glamorous updos to romantic waves, specifically for you. Essentially, our goal is to leave you with an experience you can look back on and feel beautiful for a lifetime.

I had met Natali at a styled shoot a few months before my engagement pictures and loved the way she did my hair. The style lasted all day despite the heat, humidity, and me sweating like crazy! I knew I needed to hire her for my engagement shoot hair. Prior to the shoot, she had a coffee date where she discussed my expectations and her recommendations. She picked out my hair extensions, ordered them, and treated them prior to my shoot. My hair came out perfectly! It was a windy day on the boardwalk and my hair was getting blown around like crazy, yet looked amazing in every shot. I received so many compliments on my hair once my family and friends saw the pictures. More than anything, Natali makes you feel like you are an old friend that just happens to be having their hair done. She goes above and beyond in all aspects of her business and makes you feel like the upmost priority. I highly, highly recommend!!
Katie & W., 5 years ago
Tatiana Kiseleva Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Hi! I’m a New York-based photographer currently residing in Long Island City, New York. For the past ten years, I've had the privilege of photographing New Yorkers and visitors from around the world. I've cultivated lasting relationships with clients, many of whom return year after year. Beyond technical skills, I'm proud to offer a client experience that is warm, thoughtful, and deeply personal.

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I love Tatiana taking photos of our wedding day! She was very attentive to all the details, always finding very beautiful venues for photos and clearly explaining what pose should I do to get beautiful and natural photos ! Also I love how she captured Al the natural moments of sincere emotions of me and my husband, also our guests and their kids. She has an eye of a creative designer and heart of truly honest happiness. It’s very easy to work with her and communicate of what we wanted. Or in the situations we didn’t know what we wanted she captured very professional and lively moments ! She was very calm and focused and always joyful to be around. I highly recommend to work with Tatiana if you want your photos to be full of life, happiness and beauty!
Divyangi devi D., 23 days ago
I Speak Hair 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

I’ve been in the beauty industry for 14 years. I’ve excelled in many different angles from cutting, coloring, extensions, styling & more. Bridal/Formal styling has given me a sense of fun & excitement from the moment I’m packing my bridal kit to the moment she’s headed out the doors. I genuinely love every experience of what I do!

Shanette did my hair for several events and I loved Working with her and also how my hair came out every single time so it was a no brainer when my wedding rolled around to hire her for my big day! I had my courthouse wedding and my reception on two different days and two very different hairstyles and she nailed both exactly how I wanted Them to look! She’s reliable, punctual, an incredible person to work with and her work speaks for itself! I could Not recommend her enough!
Vivian F., 4 years ago
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The Renaissance Orchestra 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Renaissance is a ten piece, high energy dance band that will delight your guests and pack the dance floor. The music makes the event, so make your event spectacular with the Renaissance Orchestra! Visit our web site for more info.

Such a great group of people! Very talented and so easy to work with. We received a ton of comments from our guests on how awesome the music was. From the ceremony to cocktail hour, dinner, and reception- they nailed the vibe! Would 100% recommend!
Kate K., 4 years ago
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Stagger Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

At Stagger Films, we’re more than wedding videographers – we’re storytellers. Capturing your love story is our passion. Every couple’s journey is unique, and we’re dedicated to showcasing it authentically, emotionally, and cinematically. With years of experience, we approach each wedding with creativity and care, ensuring no special moment is missed. Our goal is to create films that let you relive your day and feel every emotion as though it happened yesterday. Your love story deserves to be told beautifully, and we’re honored to be part of it.

Stagger Films were an incredible videography team to work with for our wedding. From our initial email and text exchanges, to our virtual meetings, they were always responsive, attentive, and easy to communicate with. Their experience showed in the way they seamlessly captured all the special moments of our day - they gave us clear directions that resulted in amazing photos, and managed to settle our nerves so we could just enjoy ourselves. The final video they provided is a treasured keepsake that my wife and I watch every year to relive the magic of our wedding day. We are so grateful to Stagger Films for their incredible work in documenting our once-in-a-lifetime celebration.
Ian, 7 months ago
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TLJ Studios 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Few things get me more excited than telling stories through video. Videography isn’t a job – it’s my artistic passion. I pride myself on delivering a quality, custom experience. It’s not just the video that’s important – it’s all the details leading up to the big event. I plan every shot so that nothing is left on the table. I use state-of-the-art equipment and a team of highly skilled cinematographers to document moments you may have missed but can revisit forever.

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We had a great experience with TLJ Studios for videography! Our videographer, Donovan, did an amazing job capturing all of the special moments of our wedding day. He was everywhere we needed him to be and yet unobtrusive at the same time. Our wedding video was beautifully edited, and we are so glad that we have it to look back on. Thank you TLJ Studios for your excellent work!
Elizabeth M., 2 years ago
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James Liu Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

AUTHENTIC MOMENTS + CANDID VIBES Your wedding day is one of most important day of your life. It’s my goal to capture your wedding day as it happens. Nothing pretentious, just unapologetically you. In the future when you look back on your wedding film, you will remember this very day and the person that you once were.

Awarded Best of Zola
James was listed as a ‘preferred’ vendor for our photographer (Ben Lau – also exceptional), and we are SO glad he was! He is super kind, organized, and professional – patiently answered all our questions, promptly followed up after meetings, and gave us ample time to fill out our timeline/select music choices. Day-of, James and his second shooter Pon worked incredibly well with our photographer (they traded off directing shots) and never felt invasive. A week after our wedding, he posted an IG 45-sec reel that was the perfect keepsake (possibly my absolute favorite thing!) to quickly show friends/family eagerly waiting to see footage – with all of the key moments to our first dance song, tagged our vendors (without even asking us to gather handles!), and in a modern yet old-school classic style that goes so well with our vibe/venue!! We went with the Modern Film package full video edit and were very happy with the quality and cuts – our family loved watching it!
Julia, 7 months ago
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wael videography 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Wael's is a wedding filmmaking company,Using a flair for cinematography and a passion for storytelling, this cameraman prides himself on being able to capture a couple’s authentic spark. His goal is to create a compilation you can look forward to rewatching again and again. Wael Ghobrayal is a New York filmmaker, enthusiastic about recording mementos of life’s major milestones. While he works tirelessly to film those genuine, oft-missed moments of intimacy, his final product appears effortless and elegant.

I am so thankful we chose WAEL Studio Videography for our wedding…there are a lot of pretenders in the area that think they are professional, but no one captured the real moments of our special day like Wael and his phenomenal team…every single moment was real and not pretentious or fake unlike the fakers who claim they are high end…thank you Wael and your creative team from me and Martha Felicity
Fady Z., a year ago
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Cinemarvelfilms 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Hi my name is Cristian M. Velez, I am the lead cinematographer and owner at Cinemarvelfilms. All started when I got one of my first cameras over 10 years ago, and began filming my daughter's life from birth all the way until she was 7 years old. When I edited all of the short clips together to create a film capturing her first seven years of life, my passion for crafting memories and telling stories through video began.

I would highly recommend choosing Cristian and Cinemarvelfilms for your wedding video. He was so kind through the entire process. He worked with us on short notice while we had to switch our plans due to COVID. Our videos came out beautiful!!! We couldn’t have asked for anything better! We’re so lucky to have these treasured videos to remember our day thanks to Cinemarvelfilms! Thank you!
Lisa, 4 years ago
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Chase & Fellow 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Avenel, NJ
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Relive your wedding through videos that are equal parts intimate & fun. We approach each wedding with individualized care to carefully guide you through the planning process, clearly communicate expectations & needs, and make sure you are stress-free so that come your wedding day, our capturing goes as smoothly as possible and you get to just have a blast!

Awarded Best of Zola
We can’t stop Watching our wedding video. We are so happy that we chose Chase and Fellow to capture our day. Our video showed our authentic true selves having fun with our family and friends. It was perfect! We couldn’t have gotten a better group of people to capture our day! 110% recommend them. You will not regret it!!
Maggie M., a year ago
malika gaur mua 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Born into the world of beauty, I discovered my passion for makeup at an early age, i was truly inspired by my mother, a talented makeup artist. I honed my craft in London and have since brought my artistry to global platforms like New York Fashion Week and top fashion events. My work has been featured in leading publications including Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, Fashion, and Marie Claire. I believe in the power of makeup to make people feel confident, radiant, and beautifully themselves.

Malika did my makeup for a party once, and I absolutely loved how it turned out! She gave me a look that felt very natural and still made me feel special. What I really appreciated was how friendly and easygoing she was — it made the whole experience so comfortable. She listened to what I wanted and didn’t go overboard, which I really liked. If you're someone who prefers subtle, elegant makeup, I’d definitely recommend her!
Ruchitha v., a month ago
Ocean Avenue Stompers 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

We do it all: We want say we do it all - but let’s stick to what we’re really good at here: Custom Wedding Band DJ + Live Band Hybrid feat. DJ Gray on trombone + drums + the Stompers horns New Orleans-style Brass Band - perfect to surprise your guests with live music at the end of your ceremony, cocktail hour, during the reception, after party. This band can be acoustic - meaning it can go anywhere remote like the beach / woods, doesn't need electric, etc! Ocean Avenue Stompers Horns - Check us out with Start Making Sense: a Talking Heads Tribute, Dogs in a Pile on youtube!

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What a show! The Stompers absolutely blew the roof off the joint, keeping the dance floor not just packed but singing along and dancing their hearts out all night long. There is never a dull moment and never a rest between songs. The song selection, arrangements, and overall vibe are like the best concert you ever been to, but it’s your wedding. A special shout out to their arrangements of Pink Pony Club and I Don’t Want to Go Home, learned for our wedding, and an absolutely ripping Tenth Avenue Freeze Out that doubled as both our entrance song and a big club hit at the end of the night. All night, we kept hearing from our guests how incredible the band was, and we have to agree! We closed the night with DJ Ian playing dance music for the final hour, with some help from the stompers horn section toward the end. Really can’t think of a better set or show, loved every second. And now we can go catch them on Mondays at R Bar to keep the party going!
Nick and M., 2 months ago
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12Dial Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Hi there, I’m Stephen a filmmaker with a passion for creating stories that create emotion. I’ve always been drawn to the beauty of nostalgia, finding joy in looking back at old footage to laugh, cry, and relive life’s most precious moments. For that reason, I’m proud to say that I can use my craft to give people the gift of reliving their best moments over and over again!

We couldn’t be happier with our wedding video! Stephen captured every special moment so beautifully—every laugh and happy tear. The editing was beautiful and the transitions were seamless, and he managed to tell the entire story of our day in such a natural and emotional way. He was also incredibly professional, warm, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. We will cherish this video for the rest of our lives. We highly recommend Stephen and 12Dial Films!
Andrew C., a month ago
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Mushmouth 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

Mushmouth plays every show like it's Madison Square Garden! Lead singer Bill's energy is off the charts - a mix of Bruce Springsteen, Mick, Jagger, James Brown and a sprinkle of David Byrne all rolled into one! The band, a group of longtime friends, pulls off note for note renditions of all the songs while also adding to the on-stage fun. The Mushmouth show consists of big hits, one hit wonders and lost nuggets from the 70's, 80's, 90's and beyond. From Glen Campbell to the FOO FIGHTERS, Duran Duran to Eric Church.

Mushmouth is an absolutely incredible band—they had people asking us all night (and still to this day) how I found them. I think I turned quite a few of our wedding guests into Mushmouth groupies! From the beginning they were very accommodating, always quick to respond and accommodating to our song requests. They have a huge set list to select from no matter what your taste is, and they even learned new songs just for us so that we could do our first dance with live music. It really felt like we were part of a live concert just for us at our wedding. They sound so amazing and not only are they truly talented musicians, but they are also incredible performers who got everyone to dance and sing along. I received compliments all night that they were the best cover band anyone had ever heard. Mushmouth made our wedding day extra special, and I would book them again in a heartbeat.
Samantha K., 9 months ago
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Lex Christie Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

My name is Lex! I am a wedding photographer and service NJ, PA & NY. This is my 3rd year in the wedding industry and capturing wedding days is my absolute passion. Working with couples has always been my dream and I am SO lucky to have the best job in the world!

Awarded Best of Zola
i don't know where to begin. Lex was perfect every step of the way. she made sure she always followed up, answered all my questions, listened to all my ideas and when i tell you she delivered she DELIVERED!!! i got my sneak peeks for my engagement and wedding pictures SO fast it was unbelievable, when i saw them i was literally blown away. they were more than anything i could have imagined. Lex was the sweetest, funny, and made everything smooth! she is definitely more than a photographer she is your girl the day of the wedding! i truly don't know what we would have done without her!! BOOK HER, BOOK, HER BOOK HER!!!!
Daniele C., 2 years ago
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JK Luxe Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Avenel, NJ

With a discerning eye for detail and a love for all things luxurious, we bring your dreams to life with finesse and flair. From intimate gatherings to grand affairs, we believe every event deserves to be a masterpiece. At JK Luxe Events, we believe in the power of elegance and sophistication. Our signature style is a harmonious blend of timeless beauty and contemporary chic, where every element is meticulously curated to create an unforgettable event.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding planner at JK Luxe really came through for us, Joan made sure that everything was on schedule and even presented ideas about how to make our day as memorable and enjoyable as it was. We are really thankful for everything!
Chris and N., a year ago

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