We asked. YOU answered. Here’s our official list of Top 20 First Dance songs for NJ weddings! As 2022 wraps up, we reflect on all the new music released this year. From country to pop all the way to soft romance. We thought it would be a perfect time to inspire our New Jersey brides […]

You’ve received your RSVPs for your upcoming nuptials, now you must create a seating chart for your wedding reception guests. Though assigned seating isn’t necessary, most brides find it to be practical. It ensures that you have enough tables and chairs ready at your wedding reception hall, and for some families, it can help to […]

Though often honored when asked to be a part of your special day, if there’s one thought that wanders through the mind of your bridesmaids, it’s bridesmaid dresses. If you’ve been to weddings in the past or seen pictures of bridal parties back in the day, you’ll see some pretty epic sleeves, shoulder pads, and […]

Just because it’s cold outside, doesn’t mean you can’t plan the perfect outdoor wedding. If you love the idea of the snow as your backdrop, then planning an outdoor winter wedding in at the Crystal Ballroom in New Jersey is the perfect destination. Filled with a beautiful outdoor area complete with space heaters to keep […]

Real Wedding Flashback Sydney + Kyle Celebrate One-Year Anniversary You may already know Crystal Ballroom’s amazing Catering Sales Director, Sydney Boyd, if you booked your wedding, mitzvah, or other event with us over the past few years. What you may not know is that before she began working at the Crystal Ballroom of the Radisson […]

What’s the secret to breathtaking wedding photos? It’s all in the details. While there’s no tried and true guide, we have come up with some terrific starting points! Here are our 4 must-have wedding day close-ups we’ve seen at our NJ wedding venues. Details of the wedding dress are a must. Even the simplest gowns […]

If you’re planning your springtime wedding in New Jersey, now is the perfect time to get inspired by the colors and themes of Easter! Although Easter fell a little early this year, the delightfully pretty florals, fresh scents, and a stunning palette of pastels are still fresh in our minds. Let’s look at some ways the […]

It’s a new year and you kicked it off with some amazing news: You’re engaged! Once the initial excitement passes, you’ll want to hunker down and start thinking about the very basics of your wedding day. Here are some planning tips from our NJ wedding venues to start you off in the right direction. Start […]

Finding the right dress for your wedding day can be a complicated process, but it doesn’t have to be a daunting one. While there are likely millions of styles, shapes, and lengths of gowns, the best way to know if a gown is for you is to simply start looking. Here’s a collection of some […]

Whether you’ve got a collection of sky-high heels or you’re more of a fan of ballerina flats, every bride needs her perfect pair of shoes for her wedding dress. There’s a lot that can influence your wedding shoes – your style of dress, the location of the wedding, or the time of year. Plus, you’ll want […]