The Best Wedding Vendors in Essex Fells, NJ

The Best Wedding Vendors in Essex Fells, NJ

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Essex Fells, NJ

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Jason Rhee Photography, LLC. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Jason Rhee Photography is a wedding photography company based in Northvale, New Jersey. Jason’s 20 years of experience combined with his attentiveness toward his clients results in photos that reflect the true essence of each couple. He believes that encouraging a lighthearted atmosphere during your photoshoot is the best way to capture all of those natural and romantic moments. This photographer covers the New Jersey and New York tri-state areas.

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We are beyond happy with the work Jason did for us. Every single person who sees our photos says the same thing: “Your pictures are absolutely beautiful.” Jason captured every moment perfectly, with so much emotion and detail. His talent truly shows in every shot, and we couldn’t be more grateful. I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking for an amazing photographer.
Roma A., 2 months ago
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Glam Beauty 

4.9

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Team of 8 On location Hair and Makeup Artists ..We provide Hair and Makeup for all events ..specializing in weddings and airbrush makeup .we have over 15 years of experience.. We love to beautify our clients enjoy being apart of there special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
My bridal party and I used Denise and Gia for our hair and make up and they did an amazing job!! From the trail to the wedding day everything went perfect. Communication was great and they brought my inspo pics to life. My girls and I loved how we looked and it lasted the whole day! (Even next day) 10000/10! Couldn’t recommend them more!
Stephanie P., a year ago
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Star Rose Creations 

4.9

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $950
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Miranda has always had a passion for styling, creating weddings and events. Her expertise of executing an individual's vision is one of a kind. Her dedication and compassion to her clients speaks volume. She doesn't treat her clients as if it is just a business transaction but rather she creates a relationship with her clients that they hold on to dearly. She is known for great communication, understanding and the willingness to work with her clients to the best of her ability.

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My husband and I got married on 6/15/2024. I handled majority of our wedding planning, but as an OCD bride, my biggest anxiety was not being able to be hands on for the day of our wedding. Everyone was telling me that as the bride I had to enjoy my wedding day, but all I could think about was “I need to make sure everything goes exactly the way I’ve been planning it for the last year and a half”. That’s when I knew I needed a day of coordinator. I came across Star Rose Creations and I’m SO happy that I did. Miranda and Kylie are absolutely gems!! They are both so professional, caring, and understanding. They were an absolute pleasure to work with. From the initial meeting, to creating timelines for the day of, to making sure that everything was setup the way my floor plan showed, to handling the vendors, to making sure we kept on schedule for the ceremony and reception… I mean they handled it all! And most importantly, they kept me smiling which helped to keep my tears at bay on the happiest day of my life! I can’t tell you how happy I was to have them both there on our wedding day! Even our bridal party talked about them after our wedding and how impressed they were that Miranda and Kylie were so attentive to my husband and I. Trust me, if you book with Star Rose Creations you won’t be disappointed!!
Amy, 2 years ago
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4K Weddings 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,495
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

(Please send inquiries through our website) Cinematic & Documentary Wedding Videographer New Jersey | New York | Hudson Valley | Brooklyn 4K Weddings is a boutique wedding videography studio focused on capturing and preserving authentic stories and moments. We believe every couple deserves an individual experience and passionate service from start to finish. To give each and every film time and dedication, we only take on a limited number of projects a year, only shooting one wedding per day. Contact us to turn your love story into a family heirloom.

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Jonathan was the absolute best. He is so talented and our video looked fantastic. Not only is he great with a camera, he was extremely easy to work with during the event and was an absolute pleasure. His kind and calm energy made the day so easy and he worked great with our photographer. We have already recommended him to some of our friends. I couldn't recommend him more.
Michael, 3 years ago
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Bloom by Britt Floral Designs 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ
  • Offer

We value the uniqueness of each prospective client and provide them with custom proposals that meet their specific needs. Time and again, clients describe their experience with us as easy, professional and stress-free. Currently, we only book events up to 6 months in advance of your date. If you are eager for your big day that's fast approaching, we are the florist that will bring your vision to life! And, we are all about the details! We will work till the job is done and your event looks picture perfect!

Awarded Best of Zola
Bloom by Britt Floral Designs exceeded all of our expectations for our wedding day florals. From our very first interaction, Britt was timely, kind, professional, and personable. She listened closely to our vision and provided amazing, beautiful floral arrangements that truly transformed the space. The bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony decor were all stunning and exceeded what we had imagined. Bloom by Britt over-delivered on every aspect, and we are so grateful for the crucial role she played in making our wedding day so special.
Alexia O., 9 months ago
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Daydream Floral 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ
  • Offer

Daydream Floral creates dreamy compositions based on what YOU ask for. Our approach is to adapt to your requests and floral needs. We value the time you spend creating your Pinterest boards and gathering images and we design according to what you request. We are flexible and easy to work with!

Awarded Best of Zola
I am thrilled with the beautiful and timeless floral designs Mitali created for my wedding at the Hudson House. She was pleasant and professional to work with from start to finish. She understood my vision perfectly and executed it beyond my imagination. I definitely recommend her especially if you’re getting married at the Hudson House!
natalie, 7 months ago
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Hyde Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

We're a husband/wife photography duo. We're college sweethearts and we're currently expecting our first child in June 2021! We are so happy to be in this business but we didn’t always know we’d become wedding photographers. Seth spent about 10 years in video production (aka the equipment expert) and Nicole is an advertising art director (aka the artsy perfectionist).

Seth was so wonderful to work with. He was generous with his time, taking our ideas and bringing in his own, and shooting both engagement and wedding photos that truly exceeded our expectations. He and his team are kind, genuine people who are easy to communicate with and who we loved spending our wedding day with. We are so, so grateful and recommend Hyde Photography to anyone! We can’t wait to show our kids these photos someday. ️
Katie M., 8 months ago
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POSH DJs 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Experts in filling dance floors, offering tailor-made packages for all budgets. With comprehensive insurance and an outstanding track record of 1000+ flawless reviews, your event is in the hands of consummate professionals.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired DJ ALX for our Brooklyn wedding and afterparty this past October, and we absolutely cannot recommend him enough. From the very first meeting, he encouraged us to feel confident and excited about planning a wedding that was truly us. He helped us map out our run-of-show for a non-traditional music venue wedding, gave incredibly helpful feedback, and encouraged our creative ideas. At our first meeting, he mixed our entrance song live on the spot (so impressive!) and rehearsed introductions and pronunciations until they were perfect. On the wedding day, he arrived early, stayed on top of every single detail, and adapted flawlessly to our unconventional schedule. When it came to the party, his mixing was phenomenal. He moved effortlessly from funk and oldies to EDM and modern hits, keeping the dance floor packed all night — even through the hurricane outside. He honored our “no requests” rule to keep the flow consistent, nailed every must-play and dedication, and somehow still found time to film and share video of special moments afterward (a huge gift since we didn’t have a videographer). Since the wedding, every one of our guests, many of whom are professional musicians, still talk about how amazing he was. DJ ALX truly felt like a trusted friend throughout this process, professional, intuitive, and full of good energy. He gave us the best party of our lives, and we’d book him again in a heartbeat. If you’re looking for a DJ who’s not only insanely good at his craft but also genuinely kind, thoughtful, and invested in your day DJ ALX is your guy.
Pete & A., 3 months ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a musical entertainment company that offers an unrivaled musical experience for clients around the country. We currently service over 25 metropolitan areas throughout the lower 48, and provide musical entertainment for hundreds of events every year. Our past clients include The United Nations, Lockheed Martin, Nationwide Auto Insurance, The Shell Oil Corporation, and many more. No event is too small or large for us. Louis Pettinelli Entertainment has musical ensembles that range from a soloist to a 15 piece party band, and everything in between!

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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment was an absolute dream to work with. I thought that a live band for our wedding would be out of our reach, but LPE was so easy to work with and what an incredible value! Our band, LPE Snapshot was incredible and our ceremony musicians were amazing too! The vocalists were high energy and kept the whole event moving. They were great Emcess and they even added some special non-traditional reception activities for us. They were super flexible and played all the songs we asked for- even some very “niche” tracks we asked for during the ceremony. So many of my guests said the band was their favorite part of the reception. I highly recommend LPE entertainment! (I am also a musician myself so I’m very picky!)
Katie, 8 months ago
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Nicholas Yee Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,300
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Nicholas Yee Photography is a wedding photography and videography studio based in Wyckoff, NJ, serving couples locally, in Florida, and worldwide. Led by Nicholas Yee, our team is dedicated to being more than just photographers — we’re your personal historians, preserving the emotions, beauty, and story of your wedding day with timeless, artful imagery. Blending a photojournalistic approach with a refined editorial style, we create photographs and films that feel authentic yet elevated, allowing you to relive every moment for years to come.

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Nick was wonderful to work with from the start. Our engagement photos came out better than expected and that only set the bar high for our actual wedding day. Him and his crew arrived on time, maintained a friendly and approachable demeanor, and made us feel at ease throughout the wedding day. They patiently listened to our ideas and incorporated them seamlessly.
Kelly, a year ago
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Makeup By Seren 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Hi, I’m Seren 🤍 A certified makeup artist with over 9 years of experience in luxury bridal beauty. My approach is timeless, refined, and tailored to you—enhancing your natural features so you still look and feel like yourself, just elevated. I believe a calm, organized wedding morning is just as important as the final look. I also work with a trusted team of professional hair stylists, allowing you and your bridal party to be taken care of seamlessly. It’s an honor to be part of such a meaningful day.

Awarded Best of Zola
On April 19th, the most unforgettable day of my life, my wedding day!!!! Seren worked her magic and made it even more special. From the moment she arrived, her calm energy and attention to detail set the tone for a beautiful start to the day. Seren did not only my bridal makeup, but also the makeup for my entire bridal party, and her work was nothing short of impeccable. She took the time to understand each of our visions, skin tones. Keen to detail, she is a professional. Tailoring every look to enhance our natural features while still keeping everything cohesive and elegant. My own makeup was everything I had dreamed of and more. It was flawless, glowing, and timeless in every photo. It lasted beautifully through the ceremony, tears, laughter, and dancing all night long. Each bridesmaid looked radiant, beautiful, and most importantly, themselves. Seren’s artistry, paired with her expertise and beautiful presence truly made my day unforgettable. I couldn’t have asked for a better artist or best friend to have by my side on such a meaningful morning. She deserves every award possible - she made me look INCREDIBLE. I CANNOT THANK HER ENOUGH!!!!
Serra T., 9 months ago
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honeycomb + prince weddings 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Having a team who has your best interests at heart and is an extension of you is the key to actually enjoying the fruits of your wedding planning efforts. We serve as sounding boards, guides, directors, advocates, cheerleaders throughout planning and the wedding day itself.

Awarded Best of Zola
After working with Sarah for a second wedding, I can honestly say she’s the best in the biz! She was able to turn my daughter’s vision into a reality while staying within our budget. The relationship Sarah has with all the vendors is truly remarkable and makes the coordination go without a hitch due to mutual respect. From the venue, the band, the florist, the photographer - everyone loves working with Sarah! Sarah’s attention to detail and day of logistics is exceptional. I often referred to Sarah as my “wedding therapist” as she helped keep us calm and work through any snag we came across. I could not have imagined our wedding without her!
Wendy R., 3 months ago
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Artistic and Candid Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ
  • Offer

Artistic and Candid Studios specializes in wedding photography and videography that beautifully blends creative artistry with genuine, unscripted moments. Their team is dedicated to documenting the true essence of your special day, ensuring that each image and film reflects the real emotions and unique details that make your wedding uniquely yours.​

Awarded Best of Zola
I was overwhelmed in the best way watching the video. The photos show my daughter glowing with happiness. Nothing felt staged or rushed. I could feel the love in every image. This means so much to our family. I will cherish these memories always.
Patricia W., 13 days ago
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MoJoGlow Makeup Artistry 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

With over 10 years of experience in the makeup industry, MoJoGlow Makeup Artistry specializes in elevated Bridal & Editorial beauty that blends expert artistry with genuine empowerment. It’s our mission to create looks that celebrate individuality, honor inclusivity and leave every client glowing from the inside out. With MoJoGlow, makeup isn’t just makeup, it’s an unforgettable experience. Because when you look your best, you feel your best. Uniquely you, enhanced with love. MoJoGlow is based in Northern New Jersey, yet proudly brings its exceptional services to clients both near and far.

Awarded Best of Zola
Monica is an amazing makeup artist! Her warm and embracing spirit allows you to lean into a full fledged glam process. From the skin prep to the eyeshadow blending, everything felt supreme. Monica thoroughly explained each step of the process and I was able to head to my birthday celebration feeling like a queen. I'd hire Monica again and again because she spoke life into me through her skilled makeup artistry. On your special day you deserve to feel like a goddess and Monica's vibes will have you ready to walk down that aisle with an inner confidence you never knew you had! I promise you won't have a single regret.
Janeita B., 3 months ago
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The Fox & The Hare Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Based in the Northern New Jersey area and embracing the East Coast and beyond, The Fox & The Hare want to document your love story! Each of us have backgrounds in fine art photography and have been photographing weddings together for over a decade. And whether we’re there for the happy moments or the emotional moments, we want to document it all.

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We cannot say enough good things about our experience with Jen & Steve at The Fox & The Hare! They shot our Christmas wedding and captured the vibe, energy, and emotion in every photo! Not only are they highly skilled and professional, they are also kind and just great people to be around on the most important day of your life. We felt so relieved to be able to fully trust them with what was one of the most important parts of our wedding to us (photos). Since they are a husband/wife duo, it was super helpful when they were able to quickly show us posing references by demonstrating with each other. We are obsessed with our images. The coloring, the authentic moments they captured, and use of lighting…all just perfection. Look no further if you’re in need of a highly experienced, talented, and genuine photography team! We also booked a content creator through Fox and Hare and were so happy with our experience (thank you Louie!). It was really nice having a photo/video team who work together often! It just made everything run so smoothly!
Brandon and S., a month ago
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Richards Entertainment | Interactive Saxophonist 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ
  • Offer

Matthew Richards is a professional interactive saxophonist. He is the top sought after saxophonist in America. Matthew specializes in offering fun unforgettable live entertainment for Weddings. Having performed for hundreds of Weddings, client's reviews highlight Matthew's Energy, Talent, and Engagement. He is dedicated to making your vision come to life. He also values the relationship with his clients, having an amazing record in exceeding expectations. In hiring Matthew, expect your Wedding to be unforgettable! Matthew's client center approach, his passion & love for music will greatly add value to your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
"We hired Matthew for our Cocktail Hour & Wedding Reception & we are sooo grateful that we did!! I received so many compliments from my family & friends about him! His ability to work with my DJ and play any song is truly remarkable! Thank you Matthew for making our wedding day truly special! We are forever grateful for your talent!"
Sonia & R., 8 months ago
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Makeup by Kristin NJ LLC 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 4
  • Starts at $95
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

With a decade of experience as a traveling freelance makeup artist, I bring a wealth of expertise honed through my Bachelor of Arts Degree. My services are comprehensive, covering Bridal Makeup, Special Events and beyond. Whether you're aiming for a natural or glamorous look on your special day, I provide personalized consultations as a dedicated artist, committed to making your day truly unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
Makeup by Kristin NJ LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Kristin's communication style was effective, direct, and timely - she checked in with me before the trial, after the trial, a week before the wedding, and the morning of the big day to ensure everything was set. The quality of her work was excellent, thorough, and accurate. Kristin used great products and matched everyone's skin tone perfectly, even suggesting lip glosses for us to apply throughout the event. She also spoke with us about everyday makeup suggestions to help us look and feel our best. Kristin is personable and friendly, and made the entire bridal party feel comfortable in her chair. I would highly recommend Makeup by Kristin NJ LLC to any couple planning their wedding!
Carie P., 2 months ago
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Elegant Music Group 

4.8

  • DJ
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Elegant Music Group is a full-scale entertainment company offering Bands, DJs, Lighting, Photo Booths, and Event Production. EMG has been providing the highest level of service in event entertainment for over 30 years, and our experience has taught us to prioritize two things above all else: Event Talent + Customer Service. We pride ourselves on creating spectacular and immersive experiences.

We loved everything about EMG for our July 2025 wedding. The process of meeting and setting up a contract was easy and efficient. It was a completely tailored experience and did not feel rushed or pushed at all. He gave great recommendations and really understood what our vibe was for 115 guests. We went with an acoustic guitar player for ceremony, electric guitar cocktail hour and reception along with a DJ (Josuel lead) for the reception. We also had the photo station Photo Booth which was perfect for the setting. However our biggest compliments go to Josuel who was our lead DJ. He was organized, prepared and had an excellent presence and composure. He even sorted our last minute changes with the venues matre de because we and guests were taking too long at cocktail hour.. he figured out little changes so I didn’t have to! Above and beyond. Also he had everyone and I mean everyone dancing the whole night to a blend of 80s rock, 90s pop 2000s alt.. it was just perfect. Cannot say thank you enough to him and the whole EMG group.
Jaclyn, 6 months ago
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Electrified DJ & Photography Services 

4.9

  • DJ
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ
  • Offer

Located in Bergen and Essex Counties, New Jersey, Electrified DJ Services specializes in providing entertainment for "budget-conscious" weddings. This mobile disc jockey company is dedicated to exceeding its clients' expectations through confident, professional performances. By incorporating their expertise with your vision, Electrified DJ Services creates a harmonious atmosphere where lasting memories are forged. Whether it’s a backyard gathering or a grand ballroom reception, these entertainers can adapt their performance to enhance your unforgettable event. We also offer 360 and digital photo booths.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the perfect wedding day. Electrified DJ Services exceeded our expectations. I was really happy with their services.
Cynthia S., 2 years ago
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Jp Media 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

I want to capture your wedding for you in a way that will bring memories, laughter, crying, and dancing for years to come. I create emotional storytelling wedding films for my couples and this is more than a profit, it's my heart on it.

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Juan and this staff were absolutely amazing! The quality of the photos/videos were spectacular. I’m so thankful for them capturing our special moment.
Judy M., 2 years ago
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Blanc Noir Event Group 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Blanc Noir Event Group is a wedding DJ service in NJ. Our team works to give each couple an attentive, personalized service on their big day. Our extensive list of music genres, bilingual MCs, and lighting design packages will make sure you and your guests have a one-of-a-kind experience on the dance floor. With over 20 years of experience performing exclusively at weddings, we have the experience and talent to ensure that your wedding day is a total success. We are focused more on creating a luxe curated experience rather than relying on cheesy tactics, line dances and outdated music to keep the party going.

Fernando at Blanc Noir Event Group was one of the best hiring decisions for our wedding! Our friends and family are still raving to us about what a great time they had. We danced the WHOLE night and the “hora loca” blew everyone’s minds. Fernando also incorporated our song requests seamlessly, ensuring the vibe was right before playing anything. Given that it was a bilingual wedding, he also ensured that both languages were incorporated so everyone felt included and it wasn’t overwhelming on either side. I appreciated that a whole lot. He played a major role in making our wedding the most fun wedding, and was a pleasure to work with, and highly professional.
Kayri F., 2 years ago
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Oh So Lovely Makeup & Hair 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 5
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Hi, beautiful bride-to-be! We’re so excited to be part of the Zola community and even more honored to be considered for your wedding day. Our experienced beauty team provides on-location hair and makeup services, bringing everything needed to help you feel confident, radiant, and stress-free. We aim to create a calm and enjoyable getting-ready experience. We can’t wait to be a part of your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Victoria did makeup for my wedding (myself, mother of bride and groom, and bridesmaids) and did the most amazing job. She is professional, adaptable, and organized. On top of this, she is incredibly friendly and talented. Everyone looked so beautiful. She was able to do all different types of looks to make everyone feel so beautiful. She does a trial and is willing to try all different types of looks. She provides advice and listens to exactly what you want. She asks questions and ensures you feel comfortable. I thought I wanted one look but ended up going in a different direction on my wedding day and she captured my vision so well, even better than I imagined. She showed up early the day of the wedding and all of my bridesmaids and mom loved her. She is incredibly talented and is more than capable of creating anything you ask. I would hire her again without a doubt for another event and recommend her so highly. I wish her all the best and am so thankful she was a part of my special day.
Andrea A., 5 months ago
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LSC Event Planning 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Every celebration should feel like an extension of your story—personal, seamless, and full of heart. Our mission is to make you feel like the guest of honor while we handle every detail behind the scenes. ​ With a foundation in Love, Stewardship, and Creativity, we bring your vision to life with effortless elegance. Through collaboration, expert guidance, and a stress-free planning process, we help you savor every moment leading up to your big day and truly be present when it arrives.

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Eli and her team are THE absolute best in the game. When I had a snafu with my designer who I thought would help with planning, just one month before my wedding Eli was able to fit me/my wedding into the already busy fall wedding season. I greatly appreciated Eli, Arielle and her team’s attention to detail and organization throughout the process. After our first meeting, I felt immediately at ease and knew I was in good hands. Eli and Arielle helped streamline the communication and back and forth with all of my vendors leading up to the day of. And day of everything was perfection. Eli, Arielle and her team left no stone unturned to ensuring the day ran smoothly. I will for sure endeavor to hire LSC for any and all life events moving forward!
Jenn C., a year ago
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About Designs 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Hello + welcome to about-designs, a women owned studio with a focus on custom floral and botanical design. Proprietors slash sisters, Eva + Sonya could not be more different from each other by design, yet they find common ground on creative collaboration. Their combined backgrounds in interiors, education and floral design make it possible to tailor context appropriate designs for each and every client.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was a pleasure working with Sonya and her team for our big day! From the initial phone conversation, she made sure to listen to what we wanted and came back with recommendations that really brought it to life. She ensured that we stayed within the budget parameters we set by providing various options of things we could do but, making sure everything was still of the highest quality. She even worked with our schedule to come meet us at the venue with samples to finalize all the details. A few days before the wedding we ran into a small issue around the Chuppah structure we chose and she made sure to call us right away to explain the situation, and came up with alternative solutions that did not require any additional charge. The finished product was beautiful. I’m still getting compliments on my flower arrangements a month later!! If you work with Sonya and her team, you won’t be sorry!
Sarah B., a year ago
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Crossed Keys Estate 

5.0

Andover, NJ
  • Venue
  • Up to 275 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $31,000

Crossed Keys Estate is a luxury wedding venue situated one hour outside of New York City in Andover, NJ. This lush property is nestled on 30+ acres of gardens, meadows, and old buildings that pay homage to its storied past. Brand new to the Estate is the Conservatory, a beautiful glass-enclosed building, that hosts the most magical cocktail hour! Crossed Keys Estate hosts weddings for 100 guests or more with a maximum of 275.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Dressing room available
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I got married at the CKE this October 2024. There aren’t enough words to express our gratitude to their entire team for all of their hard work to make our visions and dreams come to life. Each and every staff member was kind, and helpful. If you had a question you’d get a response promptly and always with a “let’s see what we can do attitude”. Katherine (the owner) made you feel a part of the CKE family and always was looking to make the planning process seamless and easy for us and our family. The CKE floral and design team made our big ideas all come to life- we had a visions of big branching centerpieces with florals tucked in, that Jess and her team absolutely delivered on. On top of that, we asked for an installation over our sweetheart table. Jess and her team have many suggestions and shared they visited Home Depot at least 3 times to see how it would hang, and the final installation beyond exceeded our expectations. The talent and grace their team exudes is what ever bride and groom look for in a team. The planning process was also so seamless due to their amazing coordinator team. We worked with Katrina, the kindest, most professional coordinator we have ever met. Katrina was available at every step of the planning process, providing thoughtful recommendations due to her very obvious experience. Katrina also was there for our wedding day of helping to manage the schedule, set up, constantly checking in, and making sure it all went according to plan (which it did). In addition during the reception Katrina was checking with us throughout the night to see if we wanted to pivot anything or if we needed anything. We are extremely grateful for her support! In addition, Kyle was our maitre d’ for the evening and he did an absolutely wonderful job. He made sure to check in with my husband and I as well as our immediate family members. He was so kind and professional! Lastly but very importantly- the food and drinks! Most of all of our guests shared that this was the best wedding food they have ever had. It is no small feat cooking for large groups and every aspect of the food from the cocktail hour to the dinner course was absolutely fantastic. These are a few quotes from guests: - “The food was gourmet.” - “This is the real deal.” - “The sushi… Oh, the sushi! So fresh!” In addition, the bartenders crushed it! Everyone was impressed by the quality of the drinks and we never had a line at the bar- they were fast and catered to our guests. I would highly recommend the CKE to future couples getting married. The aspect of the family business really shows and ensures you have a tailored experience for your wedding. The entire staff is kind and down to earth- always willing to help. We wish them nothing but the best for their future wedding seasons!
Kaite, a year ago
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SkyView Golf Club 

5.0

Sparta, NJ
  • Venue
  • Up to 265 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $25,000

SkyView Golf Club is New Jersey’s most scenic wedding venue. With over 190 acres of property, a rustic log cabin, and a barn complete with silos, you will have a picturesque setting for your wedding 365 days a year. Our outdoor ceremony area provides a unique backdrop with breathtaking panoramic views of Sussex County. SkyView offers an intimate and charming setting for your memorable wedding day. Our rustic cocktail hour room offers floor to ceiling sliding glass doors that will give you and your guests a beautiful view of our plush green golf course, as well as a kaleidoscopic mountain view and stunning sunsets. Our elegant ballroom provides the perfect ambiance for your wedding day. This classic space features 15-foot-high majestic string lit ceilings as well as floor to ceiling windows, to ensure you never miss the incredible scenery SkyView has to offer.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Space for a large guest list
  • Has an intimate atmosphere
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • No on-premises lodging options
Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved everything about our experience at Skyview. From the moment we toured the venue, our breath was taken away with the majestic scenic views of the Appalachia. Our decision was further cemented when we learned everything that was included in their wedding package, an incredible value that beat all of the other venues we visited by a significant margin. We don't want to ruin it for anyone, but honestly they could double their rates and it'd still be worth it. The support from the staff at Skyview (specifically Jenn, Hildegaard, and Ivan) both during the planning process and on the day of our wedding was prompt, thoughtful, and comprehensive. We have never gotten married before but we can't imagine working with a more professional staff that made our planning unbelievably seamless and stress-free. Our guests echoed our sentiment with rave feedback about the picturesque scenery, the epic food, the beautiful cocktail hour space, and the stunning and classy reception room. Skyview is a hidden gem that I hope gets all the recognition they deserve!
Eric, a year ago
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Dawnpoint Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

I'm Angelica, the owner of Dawnpoint Studios! I'm an adventurous and internationally requested wedding/elopement photographer with a focus on sustainability! Here's an unexpected fact - I hated weddings when I first started second shooting them. It broke my heart to see couples being rushed, overwhelmed, and not truly having any connection to couples. That's what drove my passion to breath a fresh air into the wedding experience! Plan with intention, focus on being present, and building genuine relationships with couples! You should be heard, appreciated, and understood. You should feel encouraged to get married your way.

Awarded Best of Zola
Read for my true heartfelt experience with Angelica at Dawnpoint, but in short - hire her. This should be the easiest decision you make in your wedding planning journey. I came across Dawnpoint after she documented the wedding of someone I know. Those pictures felt so authentic and real. They took me right to the event and made me feel so much. I knew I needed to meet her. From my initial zoom meeting with Angelica, we hit it off. I said I wanted to get the best views in our pictures. She was on board right away. For our engagement pictures, she took us on a hike. Chris and I showed up in hiking gear with our formal wear in our packs. So did Angelica. This may seem so minuscule but for two people who had never been photographed and just wanted someone to make them feel comfortable and to capture something real, this made us trust her from the get go. Needless to say, those pictures were amazing. We even used them for our save the dates! Fast forward to our wedding day in Lake Placid on June 15, 2024. My goals were ambitious but Angelica was on board every step of the way. From creating the timeline to executing the plan the day of, it was the least stressful part of our day. What I loved most was that she listened to my vision and incorporated it in everything she did that day. I even forgot that I wanted a specific picture of my dress, but she definitely did not. When I was getting ready, she had my bridal party share personal stories of us and it was so sweet, I felt so connected to the people closest to me that day and it helped me stay grounded and present from the beginning. For our first look, we wanted to meet at the top of Whiteface Mountain. This was 40 minutes away from our venue and logistically a lot of things could go wrong. Yet, Angelica was a smiling face reassuring me that we could do it. Everything from asking for us to skip the elevator line, to clearing the space on Whiteface for Chris and I to get our moment. I was and remain truly speechless of how she actually made this happen. The pictures speak for themselves. After, we returned to our venue and without delay resumed with a first look with my dad (which I added last minute and was meeted with so much excitement from Angelica). One of my favorite parts was golden hour pictures. I take zero credit here. This was Angelica’s idea and I am so thankful. It was a truly beautiful and authentic experience to photograph the newly wed joy I felt. This is just one of so many ways in which Angelica showed that she was as present and invested in our day as we were. After receiving my sneak preview pictures, I was honestly met with so much emotion. I was brought right back to each moment and exactly how I was feeling. I am truly blown away because if anyone can get a picture to tell a thousand words, it is Angelica. She perfectly captured our day and was the single most best decision I made that day. Unsolicited feedback from my guests: “Your photographer smiled the entire night! She looked like she was having so much fun!” This was feedback I got multiple times and it goes to show much Angelica loves her job! P.S. Jake, her second shooter, was also an absolute pleasure. Together, their energy was infectious.
Stephanie S., 2 years ago
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MMUAV PRO 

4.8

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 15
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

MMUAV Pro (formerly My Makeup Artist Victoria) is a premier on-location bridal beauty team based in Rutherford, NJ, serving the Tri-State area. Founded in 2010, we were one of the first bridal beauty teams in the region, offering luxury mobile services. Led by Victoria De Los Rios, with 25+ years’ experience, our artists specialize in soft glam, elegant hair, and long-lasting HD airbrush makeup. Our trusted team—together for 7+ years—is known for professionalism, flawless results, and making your wedding morning stress-free and beautiful.

Awarded Best of Zola
MMUAV Pro is INCREDIBLE. Having never had professional services done before, I had so many concerns: my eczema-prone skin, if my hair would stay volumized, if there was experience with a wide-range of complexions and hair textures for my bridal party, etc. etc. etc. The list went on. For myself, Norma DID HER THING with the makeup! No flare ups or skin irritations all day. The natural glam was spot on with what I was envisioning. Linda was AMAZING with my hair! Everything came out perfect and the curls sat so beautifully on my collar bone. The airbrush was super light and didn't irritate my eczema-prone skin at all. For my family and bridesmaids who had services done, they were all so happy with their hair and makeup! Norma, Linda, Omayra, and Chantelle were so wonderful. They knew how to work with everyone's skin type, facial structure, and hair texture. Everything held up so well. From inquiring to the trial and wedding day, MMUAV Pro was always kindly available. I couldn't have imagined anyone else doing hair & makeup for the wedding. They made my vision come to life. Everyone was so professional, calm, fun, and just overall had a great attitude from start to finish. This day was so special for all of us. So grateful for Vicky and Linda for taking the time to listen to all my thoughts, questions, and concerns throughout the way. Thank you isn't enough, and I hope this review helps so many others with similar concerns I had. THANK YOU MMUAV PRO!!!
Joyce L., 8 months ago
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Florencia Saav Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Hello! I'm Florencia, a wedding photographer based in NY/NJ and I'm looking forward to meeting you! I'm fluent in English and Spanish and I found myself working with multicultural couples a lot. That's one of the many amazing parts of my work. I've been capturing love stories for more than seven years and I LOVE to do this for a living.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved Flo from the moment we met! From our meetings and all the emails in between, she remained so approachable and easy to communicate with. It made us excited to spend time with her during our engagement session and wedding day. We love her vision and attention to detail, plus she provides gentle guidance and direction to beautifully capture emotion and love in our photos. Flo along with her second photographer Lena worked hard to get every photo and detail of our wedding, and just from our sneak peek, we can tell how much love and care went into capturing our wedding. No notes! We love Flo and truly had an amazing experience working with her. We would 1000 percent recommend to book her for your wedding, event or portraits!!
Lizzy S., 2 years ago
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Dean Michaels Studio 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Essex Fells, NJ

Your wedding day is a reflection of your unique love story, and at Dean Michael Studio, we believe it deserves to be celebrated with care and creativity. Every couple and wedding is different, so we tailor our photography and videography to highlight the magic of your special day. As a full-service studio, we provide stunning imagery and a stress-free experience, allowing you to focus on creating lasting memories. From consultation to delivering a high-resolution gallery, we handle every detail with precision. Our expert editing and post-production transform your photos into breathtaking wall prints, custom albums, and timeless keepsakes.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had such an amazing experience with Dean Michaels for our wedding photography! The whole staff was so friendly and helpful both pre and post wedding. We’re not picture people at all and our photographer, Laura, made us feel so comfortable and gave such great direction. She immediately picked up on our personalities and the vibe we were looking for in the photos and captured everything perfectly. She didn’t miss a moment. We absolutely love all the photos and they were delivered quickly and were so easy to access and browse. Thank you!! -Jeanette & Joe
Jeanette, 8 months ago

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