The Best Wedding Vendors in Lakewood, NJ

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Lakewood, NJ

Create Excitement 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Lakewood, NJ
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,595

Create Excitement is a highly-rated, award-winning New Jersey Wedding DJ entertainment company based in NJ that offers specialized entertainment services for Weddings, Birthday Celebrations, Corporate Events, Anniversary Parties, or any special celebration.

I hired Create Excitement for my wedding on 6/23/2023 and Ben and his whole team from Create Excitement were the absolute best. I was referred to them from a coworker and they did not disappoint. The entire planning process leading up to the wedding was very detailed and organized. Ben made sure no detail was overlooked. Ben took all of my music requests and suggestions and made a truly perfect playlist for my reception. If you are looking for a DJ for any kind of event, I would highly recommend Create Excitement.
Kaity, 3 years ago
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LANA 
Rating: 4.6 (100 reviews)
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Long Branch, NJ
  • Venue
  • Up to 110 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,000

Nestled along the vibrant boardwalk of the Jersey Shore in Long Branch, LANA at Pier Village offers a striking blend of upscale sophistication and high-energy seaside allure for your wedding celebrations. This moody, beautifully designed haven provides an unforgettable backdrop for rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, vibrant cocktail hours, and late-night after-parties. Couples can treat their guests to a premium experience complete with exceptional, curated seasonal entrées, multi-course fine dining options, and custom-tailored food and drink party packages that effortlessly elevate any occasion. Coupled with an extensive selection of signature cocktails, premium spirits, and fine wines, the venue's dedicated culinary team delivers top-tier in-house catering designed to keep the celebratory coastal energy flowing smoothly from the first toast to the final dance.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Flexible event spaces
  • Has a chic vibe
  • Offers convenient lodging options

Venue considerations

  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • No dedicated areas for getting ready
  • On-site parking not available
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Shore Catering 
Rating: 4.9 (84 reviews)
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  • Caterer
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

5-Star Full-Service Catering from casual to elegant for all occasions since 1988. We offer packages for all occasions such as wedding receptions, rehearsal dinner, welcome parties, after-wedding brunch, clambakes, showers, anniversaries, and so much more. Our team will assist you from start to finish, planning your menu, coordinating rentals, linen colors, floorplans, timelines, vendor referrals, and so much more. We bring our catering services to all corners of New Jersey and will also assist you in trying to find the perfect venue to suit your event's needs.

Awarded Best of Zola
We can't say enough about Shore Catering and what Summer did for us. She didn't just cater our wedding—she actually helped us find our venue too, which was such a huge relief during the planning process. From our first conversation through the big day, Summer was responsive, kind, and always there when we needed her, whether we were calling or emailing with questions. On the wedding day itself, she and her team moved quickly and handled everything that came up, keeping our guests happy and fed with delicious food in our beautiful space. Summer's hard work and problem-solving made our day feel effortless, and we're so grateful to have found someone who truly cared about making our wedding special.
Brienna D., 4 months ago
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Pulse Event Group 
Rating: 5.0 (78 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Pulse Event Group has been the tri-state areas premiere event entertainment service for over 15 years. We are a full service entertainment company that offers a wide array of event enhancements such as: Celebrity DJ's & Emcee's, Party Motivators, Photo-Booths, Up-lighting, Event Production, and much more! We are a boutique company that customizes each event to make it unique to our clients liking. No party is too big or too small!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a great experience with Pulse Event Group for our wedding! Sergio had excellent communication throughout the entire planning process— he was quick to answer all of our questions, and easy to talk to. He sent along a planning packet for us to start thinking about what we wanted, and also sent some check-in emails as we got close to our wedding day. It's really nice to have vendors that you trust and have easy communication with, it helps so much to ease the stress of planning! Mike and the crew were just as fantastic to work with day of! The emceeing was well done and professional, and the playlist was great throughout the night.
Sarah P., a year ago
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The Floral Eden 
Rating: 4.9 (62 reviews)
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  • Florist
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Floral Eden is an East Coast floral décor and production company creating weddings and events that feel beautiful, intentional, and completely personal. We handle everything from personal flowers and centerpieces to ceremony installations, reception décor, styling, setup, repurposing, and breakdown. Our goal is to make the whole space feel connected, not like a bunch of separate floral pieces. We love taking a couple’s ideas, Pinterest boards, random screenshots, and “I don’t really know how to explain it” moments and turning them into something that actually feels like them.

The Floral Eden brought our wedding vision to life in ways we didn't even expect. From our first conversation, the team responded to every question and concern right away, and they truly understood what we wanted for our big day. They created the most stunning centerpieces that sat on each table, and candles were placed throughout the venue to set the perfect mood. When we walked into our reception, the combination of florals and candlelight made everything feel absolutely magical and romantic. The quality of their work was exceptional, and we felt like we got incredible value for what they delivered. We can't recommend The Floral Eden highly enough to any couple planning their wedding.
Richard, a day ago
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Chrys Coles Makeup 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 5
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

If you're a bride, you know that things have changed a little bit since the day you got engaged, you started making plans right away and every step it's a roller coaster of emotions that will follow you until your wedding day. Being a bride in the past, I understand the need of being surrounded by professionals that not only provide you with beautiful and organized work but you also treat you as a special person and not just a number.

Awarded Best of Zola
she is so professional she made my vision come to life while also keeping in mind my own features and how to highlight them
Jessica, 2 years ago
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Hitched by Harper 
Rating: 4.9 (55 reviews)
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  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Hitched! By Harper is where unforgettable ceremonies meet authentic storytelling. I’m a firefighter-turned-award-winning officiant who crafts one-of-a-kind wedding experiences rooted in joy, meaning, and a touch of humor. Since 2010, I’ve helped couples of all backgrounds feel seen, celebrated, and totally at ease on their big day. Every ceremony is written from scratch to reflect your vibe, your values, and your story—not a template in sight.

My fiancé and I had Kevin officiate our wedding in August of 2025, and it was one of the best wedding decisions we made in the whole process! We were struggling on who we wanted to officiate our non-denominational ceremony, and with one month until our wedding day we found multiple recommendations for Hitched by Harper. The process was so easy, and for not knowing him personally, we had no less than 10 people on our wedding day asking something to the affect of “the officiant was amazing and personable, how did you know each other” and we actually had a friend book him for a wedding shortly after! Kevin was beyond impressive and we would recommend him and his services to anyone! If I could give this more than 5 stars I would.
Jeff A., 3 months ago
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Madalina Photographer 
Rating: 5.0 (52 reviews)
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  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

I’m Madalina, a wedding photographer based in Miami and the Jersey Shore, but I’ll happily follow love wherever it takes me. I’ve always been drawn to the quiet, meaningful moments: the way your partner looks at you when you’re not looking, the hug from your mom that lasts a little longer, the feeling of joy that hangs in the air. My approach is calm, intentional, and heartfelt. I want your photos to feel like you: beautiful, honest, and full of soul.

Working with Madalina Photographer was such a great choice for our engagement. She has this natural way of making you feel comfortable in front of the camera, which helped me relax and be myself throughout the shoot. Madalina captured some really lovely moments between my fiancé and me that we'll treasure forever. Her photos have this timeless, editorial quality that feels cool and unique- they don't look like every other engagement photo out there. From start to finish, she was friendly and professional, and it was clear how much she cared about getting the perfect shots for us. We couldn't be happier with how everything turned out and I highly highly recommend!
Gina, 5 months ago
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Enchanted Celebrations 
Rating: 5.0 (51 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ
  • Offer

Changing the game in the wedding industry, Enchanted Celebrations aims to successfully redefine the paradigm of personalization and compassion in each wedding. Whether we are capturing your love story behind a lens or mixing your perfect wedding day soundtrack, Enchanted Celebrations has the experts to create the wedding day vibes you’ve always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Enchanted Celebrations was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding video. From the first time we spoke, they were attentive and helpful, answering all of our questions and guiding us through the process. On the day of our wedding, they were fantastic and really kept me calm, knowing my video was in great hands. The quality of their work is absolutely stunning - the footage they captured truly brings our special day to life in the most beautiful way. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend Enchanted Celebrations to any couple looking for exceptional videography services.
Julia, 2 years ago
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Style Society 
Rating: 5.0 (50 reviews)
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  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 6
  • Starts at $135
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

✨ Affordable luxury bridal hair & makeup with a professional touch. At Style Society, we bring a background in bridal, media, and editorial beauty —  our team takes pride in making your glam the easiest part of your day. Whether you’re dreaming of soft and natural or bold and glamorous, we specialize in a full range of looks tailored just for you. 💍 Because when you look good, you feel unstoppable — and that’s how every bride deserves to feel- their best! We have a studio in Matawan, NJ and Brooklyn, NY as well as bringing glam straight to your door.

Awarded Best of Zola
O was blessed to be able to have Jenn there to do my makeup for my special day. She was on time professional and made me look beautiful. My makeup went perfect for both my wedding day looks. Thank you Jenn for making my day even that much more amazing
jessica q., a year ago
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3:17 Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Jeremy and Jennifer are a husband and wife team! With 3:17 Photography you get two photographers to capture your day!! What is better than two people in love capturing your once in a lifetime moments? Your wedding means so much to us and we want to make your day perfect from beginning to end!!! When we started our company we promised that we would always charge what we could of afforded when we got married. We feel as though so many couples are being taken advantage of by other companies.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked 3:17 Photography, Jen was available to talk to us anytime we had questions or concerns. Their communication style was fantastic - we always felt well-informed and supported throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, the two photographers were incredible, capturing all the special moments from start to finish. The value was amazing, and having two shooters with us all day ensured we got comprehensive coverage. They were great at organizing all of our photos and found really special places for us to take pictures that turned out beautifully. We even got our sneak peeks back the day after our wedding! I cannot recommend 3:17 Photography enough - they were amazing and contributed so much to making our special day perfect.
Blair B., 9 months ago
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EventsByAng LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
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  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,899
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Hi there! We’re Angelina and Carmelo, the husband-and-wife duo behind Events By Ang. What started as a small passion project quickly grew into a full-service event planning business that we now run together with heart and hustle. From intimate celebrations to large-scale parties, we specialize in creating unforgettable experiences tailored to each couple’s unique vision. With our combined creativity, organization, and love for bringing people together, we’re here to make your wedding day as seamless and special as possible.

Awarded Best of Zola
I booked this company for my daughter's birthday party. What can I say? It was amazing. The kids had so much fun. Angelina also kept them entertained. Will definitely recommend booking them.
Laura, a year ago
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Ledg Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,999
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Based in Manalapan, New Jersey, LEDG Entertainment is a DJ service specializing in weddings. Owned by local native DJ Cam, the business strives to provide unparalleled service. Experienced in performing at premiere clubs and several wedding venues, Cam ensures that you and your guests have a legendary experience. LEDG Entertainment understands the amount of work and money that goes into planning a wedding. Their goal is to help couples feel pure, uncontrollable joy. Their service includes but is not limited to: A premium sound system Color-changing moving lights Indoor sparklers C02 Blasters A fog effect

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Cam truly went above and beyond! As a bride who knows how to micromanage, I never felt that way with DJ Cam. He perfectly captured the music vibe my fiancé and I love and delivered an incredible performance. We wanted the music to naturally draw people to the dance floor without any emcee work, and DJ Cam nailed it with a fantastic set list. He avoided the typical "wedding-y" songs and created the party atmosphere we dreamed of. DJ Cam was super responsive via email, text, and phone, and his fun yet professional demeanor made everything smooth. He arrived early to set up and handle any potential challenges, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable evening. We felt completely at ease knowing he had everything under control. DJ Cam is not your average DJ—he's the one to deliver an unforgettable party beat!
Kelli, 2 years ago
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Petya String Heart 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
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  • Solo performer
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Petya Ivanova (String Heart) is a Bulgarian-American violinist. She plays classical violin (acoustic) and electric violin at live events, primarily seeking gigs in the tri-state area (NJ/PA/NY). She specializes in weddings and corporate events, and she performs weekly on her church's worship team. Petya loves to perform for a live audience where she can play from her heart and connect with the audience. She has arranged flexible set lists for different types of events and is willing to guide her clients through the selection of the right music for their special occasion.

Awarded Best of Zola
This is what dreams are made of. When I was a little girl, I had big dreams about what my future wedding would look like. As I got older and realized how much everything costs, I started to think my dream wedding would stay just that—a dream. But one thing never changed: I always wanted to get married in a little white chapel and walk down the aisle to the sound of a violin. Petya made that dream come true. From the moment I first reached out to her, we instantly connected. I knew, without a doubt, that no matter where we ended up getting married, she had to be a part of it. I’d listen to her music on YouTube and just melt. She’s cheerful yet calming, incredibly talented, and truly helped put me at ease throughout the process. The morning of my wedding was stressful, but Petya texted me with encouragement, lifting my spirits and getting me excited for the day ahead. Guests even told me how beautiful the atmosphere was as they waited for my arrival—all because of the ambiance she created through her music. As the church doors opened and I saw my soon-to-be husband standing at the altar, the sound of Petya’s violin made it feel like I was walking into a dream. I couldn’t see anyone else—it was as if her melody was wrapping around just the two of us. It might sound dramatic, but we had a very Christian ceremony, and we asked her to play worship music. It made the moment feel sacred, like God’s presence was truly among us. At the end of the ceremony, I ran up to her and couldn’t help but gush about how incredible she was. She gave us our fairytale moment.
Jael J., a year ago
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Cyan Blue Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Hi, I’m Jillian, the photographer behind Cyan Blue Photography! With over a decade of experience and a deep love for storytelling, I specialize in capturing genuine, emotional moments that feel effortless and true to you. Based in Monmouth County, NJ, I blend a documentary style with soft, natural direction to create timeless images you’ll treasure forever. Whether you’re planning a romantic garden ceremony or an epic dance floor celebration, I’m here to make you feel comfortable, confident, and fully present on your big day.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are absolutely blown away by our engagement photos taken by Jillian! From the very beginning, she made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. Her warm, relaxed approach allowed us to just be ourselves and enjoy the moment. Jillian’s creativity and eye for detail are incredible. She captured the most beautiful sunset and natural interactions between us. The photos are not only stunning, but they also feel so authentically us. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out and are already so excited to have Jillian capture our wedding day. If you’re looking for someone who’s both talented and a joy to work with, Jillian is it!
Emily G., a year ago
Falco's Catering at The Renaissance 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
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Ocean, NJ
  • Venue
  • Up to 180 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $8,000

Located just ten minutes from the Asbury Boardwalk, The Renaissance is the perfect venue for the reception after a beach wedding ceremony. You can take full advantage of the beautiful New Jersey beaches for your special day while avoiding issues like finding parking for everyone at the beach or eating on the beach. Arranging transportation to and from the beach from The Renaissance and having your reception here is a more affordable option that will make things easier for your guests.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • No on-premises lodging options
“My December wedding was like a dream, thanks to the fantastic staff at Falco’s. The food was delicious, and The Renaissance was beautifully decorated all throughout in a Christmas Holiday theme, which made the entire wedding magical! Jenna and Alicia and our maitre’d Heather always had everything under control at all times from the booking up the night of the reception and made it seem effortless. That was a big factor in my husband, Sal and I being able to enjoy our special night. All of our guests have been talking about how much they enjoyed our wedding at The Renaissance, catered by Falco’s. Great service at a great value!”
Donna, 5 years ago
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Milestone Photography, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
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  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Hi! I’m Shauna — but you can call me Shay. I’m the photographer behind Milestone. What started as a side business in 2015 became my full-time dream in 2022, and I thank God daily that I get to serve amazing couples through my work. I met my husband at 15 and we’ve been together ever since, so love stories have always meant a lot to me. As a wife and mom of two adventurous boys, I know how meaningful life’s biggest milestones are. My goal is to give every couple a relaxed, fun experience and a gallery of memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing Shauna’s work up close 3 separate times. After seeing Shauna effortlessly handle my brother’s wedding (during Covid I should add) I knew when it was my time I needed to have her. I booked Shauna for my engagement and my wedding. My husband and I don’t love posing for the camera but Shauna made us feel so comfortable and got some amazing photos. She’s fun, confident, and talented. Every bride needs Shauna in their corner. She isn’t afraid to stick up for her brides and work to get the best shot. She handles a timeline with ease and truly made my day that much easier. You won’t be disappointed booking Shauna for any of your important events. You’ll feel like you’ve known her forever, which makes the experience that much better.
Rachel C., 5 months ago
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Live and Let's Wed by L Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
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  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 5
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

At Live and Let's Wed, we believe wedding-day beauty should feel easy, joyful, and completely stress-free. Our foundation is built on transparency, simplicity, and exceptional service—so you always know exactly what to expect from start to finish. We’re known for our organization, clear communication, and punctuality, making the entire process seamless and calm for you and your bridal party. Our hand-selected team of certified, highly experienced artists brings years of bridal expertise and a genuine love for what they do, creating timeless looks that last all day and photograph beautifully.

Awarded Best of Zola
This studio was perfect. The girls were amazing, on time, professional and communication was spot on. They kept up with any request and remembered things I asked in emails a month before. Sam and Fran were more than I could imagine and made it feel stress free and like I was completely understood
Katie S., 4 years ago
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Bokeh Love Photography, LLC. 
Rating: 4.9 (33 reviews)
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  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ
  • Offer

At the heart of every wedding is the same beautiful truth: two people choosing each other. We believe deeply that love is love, and every couple deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and safe on one of the most meaningful days of their lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and equality—because love does not look one way, and it does not belong to only some. We are honored to document love stories in all their forms and to create space where every couple feels welcomed, supported, and genuinely celebrated.

To say I love my photographer would be an understatement. Our special day was thrown together in 6 weeks, but you couldn’t tell by looking at our pictures. Lauren took the time to speak with me about the moments that were most important to me, and why. After explaining to her that my father had cancer and his diagnosis was a big part of our rush, she made it her mission to capture every smile every tear every dance and every look my husband and I shared, and my father shared with everyone in attendance, especially me. She set up the first look between my husband son and I, she understood my vision and my need to be different, her artistic eye and attention to detail turned a broken down roadside stand into the perfect fall/Halloween backdrop for our first look. When it came time for my father to see me, before our guest, she set him up, back turned and captured every smile, and every tear he and shared in that moment. She created memories for myself, my husband and our family, and froze them in time with pictures that I will always treasure, and I couldn’t be happier and anymore grateful for how much love and dedication she poured into making sure our special day and every moment of it was captured
Danielle & J., 6 years ago
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Focus Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ
  • Offer

At Focus Photo and Film, we specialize in wedding photography and videography that authentically captures the essence of your special day. Our team is dedicated to documenting genuine emotions and candid moments, ensuring that each image and film reflects the unique narrative of your love story. From the intimate exchanges to the grand celebrations, we strive to create timeless visuals that you will cherish forever.

Each photo tells a story. The emotions come through naturally. The video flowed so smoothly. It felt like reliving the day again. My family loved watching it together. These memories mean everything to us.
Nicole H., 7 months ago
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Planning With Pedana 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
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  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Caitlynn founded Planning With Pedana in 2021, inspired by her own wedding experience. With a background in planning, coordinating, leadership and management, Caitlynn is passionate about delivering a unique and unforgettable wedding planning experience. Known for her energetic and enthusiastic attitude, Caitlynn's top priority is clear communiction, listening closely to her clients' desires, and executing a seamless, stress-free day that allow couples to focus on what truly matters: celebrating their love. She's committed to creating weddings as unique as the love stories behind them.

Caitlynn is AMAZING!!! She was my day of coordinator for my wedding and made the day so easy and enjoyable for me… She did all I could ask for and more even leading up to the day itself. I can’t imagine how the day would’ve gone if I hadn’t had her, I’m so glad I did she went above and beyond
Alexa D., 3 months ago
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Victory Photographs 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
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  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Being able to look back, remember the great laughs, and reminisce a particular night is what we all look forward to. Our goal is to help everyone remember one of the best nights by telling your story through our eyes. There is no better compliment than for you to show your loved ones what happened through one of the best days of your lives.

My husband and I cannot recommend Victor enough! From the moment we met him, he felt more like a friend than a vendor. On our wedding day, Victor made us and all of our guests feel completely comfortable. He had everyone laughing, which created such a fun and relaxed atmosphere. His energy was truly amazing. Victor also was always readily available to chat whenever we had questions or needed guidance. He made us feel supported every step of our journey. Victor really went above and beyond in every way — including surprising us with our wedding gallery as a Christmas gift, which completely blew us away and meant so much to us. His photos are absolutely stunning: crystal clear, beautifully captured, and full of genuine emotion. Every single person who has seen our photos is beyond impressed. If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only insanely talented but also kind, thoughtful, and a joy to be around, Victor is hands down the best. We are so grateful we chose him and will cherish these photos forever!
Christina B., 8 months ago
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Borello Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Hello! My name is Ashley and I am a licensed hair & makeup artist located in central Nj. I’ve been doing wedding/event glam for 12 years. I have a cosmetology license and four makeup certifications. I was a makeup teacher for a couple of years and I genuinely love what I do. The best part of my job is being apart of someone’s special day or event. I hope we get the chance to work together!

Awarded Best of Zola
the absolute best !! Ashley is the biggest sweetheart. I had a large part of people so she brought a friend to help, who is just as sweet and amazing ! very easy to contact, quick response time and affordable. makeup and hair stayed literally all day, through the oil and sweat, nothing budged. my whole family have had Ashley do their makeup for all our major events and she slays every single time. Thank you Ashley and Jackie for everything ! i have never felt more beautiful !
Stephanie S., 2 years ago
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Tastefully Done Events 
Rating: 4.9 (26 reviews)
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  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Tastefully Done Events is your luxury service provider for all pairings of Food & Beverage! We will curate a menu to leave your guests talking about your event for years. Enjoy your event without the added stress of being a perfect host, well do it for you!

My husband and I attended a wine and chocolate pairing hosted by Tastefully Done Events last night at Handcrafted Chocolates, and we had an amazing time! The host was incredibly knowledgeable about the different wines and explained each pairing in a way that was both informative and fun. The bonbons were absolutely stunning to look at and featured such beautiful, unique flavors that paired perfectly with each wine. It was a truly memorable experience, and we can’t wait to attend another event! Highly recommend!
Kristen, 7 months ago
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This Insane Idea Photography 
Rating: 4.8 (26 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,744
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

We are Mark & Brittany Edman, NJ based wedding team. Mark created “This Insane Idea” with the vision that anything is possible. As your lead shooter, he had a passion for photography his entire life, capturing moments around him in the most authentic ways until one day Brittany told him “go full time”, it was insane. He fell in love with wedding photography and the emotion it brought out for everyone involved. Coming home so happy with unique stories and photos from all over the state, Brittany knew she needed to join him on wedding days. Having a background in hospitality for 20 years Brittany began coordinating the day alongside Mark.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are about a month away from our wedding day and we cannot stop talking about how magical it all was! Mark, Brittany, and Tom were a dream to work with and were a big part in the day running smoothly. About a year prior to the wedding, we had our engagement session done by Mark and he makes you feel so at ease, especially since we had never had professional pictures taken of us like this. His documentary-style photography was exactly what we had been looking for. Throughout our year-long wedding planning process, this team was very professional, organized, and experienced. When it came to our wedding day, This Insane Idea was not even on our list of worries. They made sure we were comfortable and informed every step of the way. They were also very responsive. We had to make a game time decision to deal with potential spring showers and Brittany responded right away to help us decide on how to shift gears. On the day of, it was really important to us that we had some photographs of us outside and they worked with the small pockets of no rain to sneak us outside. They also had the experience to know how to expertly pivot to us taking photographs primarily inside and still capturing the sweet moments. They are first and foremost a photography company, but they have a deep knowledge of the wedding industry and took on roles outside of just photographing our day. They were not just our photographers, they were our sounding boards, our cheerleaders, our family wranglers. We cannot recommend them enough!
Sarah H., 3 months ago
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Wild Hearts NJ 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,300
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

My love for photography was born when I picked up a camera and started shooting street photography as a hobby. This hobby quickly took over my entire life! Thankfully, combined with my editing and retouching skills, I was able to turn my passion into a career. Owning and running Wild Hearts has been the one of my greatest joys! I love truly love capturing your real life moments and emotions. Yes I am organized as hell and type A, but balance that with heavy doses of standing back and just capturing the moment as it’s happening. I feel a real connection with all the wild hearts out there, and would love it if you let me capture yours!

Awarded Best of Zola
Wild Hearts was the best photographer you could ask for on your wedding day! Kamelia is great at communicating throughout the entire process. Ahead of the wedding day we had a comprehensive 45 min conversation before I booked her about vision. She actually helped me get a timeline set up for the day and gave me a list of other recommended vendors which I used to find my hair/makeup stylist. It was very easy because the payments were broken up over time so nothing snuck up on you. About 1 week before my fiancé and I met up with Kamelia over brunch to discuss the locations of all the shots we planned on taking, the color scheme, all family members for those photos, and to get more comfortable with each other. I really appreciated this. The day of the wedding I could ask for nothing better. Kamelia is very organized and kept the whole day running with great direction. It was easy to follow her direction to set up poses and get some candid shots. Allyson was the other photographer and really got along with the groom and the groomsmen. They knew all of the good spots around Asbury Park and the board walk to get photos. The best times that my husband and I had was when it was just us and the photographers walking around Asbury Park Boardwalk. We were all vibing having a great time and I really think that made the photos even better. They are both such lovely and professional individuals to work with and it shows. Both photographers took INCREDIBLE photos. You always want your wedding photos to turn out great but these exceeded my expectations. Every single person at my wedding has nothing but incredible things to say about the photos. I would highly recommend Wild Hearts if you are getting married in or around Asbury Park. They were beyond a pleasure to work with.
Morgan V., 2 years ago
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Stemtations 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

As a full-service event floral company, Stemtations offers a comprehensive range of services, from floral arrangements for weddings to rental items for corporate holiday parties. Since its official launch in October 2013, Stemtations has successfully created hundreds of weddings and events, catering to a diverse clientele.

Working with Meryl and the Stemtations team was a true pleasure throughout the wedding planning process. Their collaborative and open-minded approach allowed us to bring our very specific vision to life. Stemtations was extremely communicative, excited about our wedding, and worked seamlessly with our other vendors to ensure everything went smoothly on the day. The quality of their floral work was exceptional - they truly made a huge difference in creating the perfect ambiance for our celebration. I cannot recommend Stemtations enough to any couple looking for a florist who will go above and beyond to make their wedding day dreams come true!
Paige M., 7 months ago
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JB Productions Live | DJ Services 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Operating out of the Jersey Shore, JB Productions Live provides professional DJ and MC services for wedding celebrations. JB Productions Live is excited to present a wide range of specialty services as well as wedding package selections for a streamlined planning experience. From epic music entertainment and lighting design to unique event enhancing services and photo booths, these pros have it all. Furthermore, the company has photography and videographer packages available for your consideration and convenience.

Awarded Best of Zola
JB Productions Live DJ Services was fantastic to work with for our wedding. Their communication was great - we got on the phone a few times to talk about exactly what we wanted for our big day. They are hard workers and made sure we got the wedding we dreamed of. They asked great questions to ensure we didn't forget anything, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was in place. Their MC was amazing and the DJ kept everyone up and dancing all night long. They truly made our special day even more amazing. We couldn't be happier with their services!
Emily R., a year ago
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The Local Look 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

Hi guys! I am the owner, creator, and brains behind Swell Signature Events. I was lucky enough to start working in this industry 10 years ago. This has allowed me to learn the ropes of the business from the *absolute* best in many realms of the wedding world. I will forever be grateful to those that helped me get here. This company is truly my dream coming to fruition and I put my love for this industry in each wedding I do! I would be truly honored to be a part of one of the best days of your life!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ashley and her team helped make our day perfect. They made sure all my decor was setup beautifully, including some 100 candles between the ceremony and reception, and everything ran smoothly. If anything went wrong, I have no idea what it is. Ashley also did my flowers, not only was it one less thing for me to worry about, since she and her team would be there anyway making everything look right, but the flowers were perfect!
Allison, 8 months ago
Bridal by Bryanna 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Serves Lakewood, NJ

I’ve been a bridal hairstylist for over 10 years now. I pride myself on helping you reach not only the most beautiful but realistic style for your hair type and texture. Classic and timeless styles will always be my favorite, but I’m always up for something glamorous.

Awarded Best of Zola
From booking with her, to the hair trial, to the day of my wedding day, Bryanna was an absolute joy to work with for my wedding day beauty needs! With my hair and the look I was going for (a natural Hollywood curl, all down), she had recommended hair extensions. I never had hair extensions but let's just say, she knows what she's talking about as well as what she's doing! Talk about trusting the process. My hair came out beautifully - just how I envisioned and it held all day into the night given the hair products she used for myself and my bridal party! Bryanna and her team were amazing and I highly recommend her for all bridal hair needs!
Chesnina S., a year ago

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