A Wedding as Great as Gatsby We are always up for a theme-inspired wedding, especially when the theme is Great Gatsby! From the lens of Jasmine Amber Photography, we are tickled to share the stunning October 2016 wedding of Mary & Sean. This intimate wedding was filled with black and gold pops, Gatsby-inspired signs, vintage bridesmaid dresses, and a love even … Continued
Branding your wedding boils down to paying attention to the details! If you wish to brand your wedding, let your love story shine through the details and personal touches. Identifying a brand for the two of you is a perfect way to plan your wedding with an outcome that is going to be personal, memorable, and all about you! For some … Continued
In the days of 2016, couples are choosing to ditch the traditional ceremony reveal to share a private moment or two with just each other before they officially seal the deal. The so called “First Look” is the intimate moment between a couple when they see each other for the first time on their wedding day. That moment is truly magical, filled … Continued
This past Wednesday we opened our doors and invited brides to “click their heels” and make their way to our Open House. Greeted by whimsical decor along way, we went for a subtle nod to the Wizard of Oz. Be prepared to be inspired to have fun at your wedding! Whether you love Wizard of Oz or perhaps are … Continued
MEET THE EVENT DIRECTORS ___________________________________________________ Here at Stonebridge Manor, we’re in the business of making your dream day a reality! As Event Directors, our goal is to make the day enjoyable, memorable, & stress free! The Event Director’s primary responsibility is the quality control of all the vendors & services that SBM has contracted on your behalf, as well as the services SBM provides. Your ED closely … Continued
The Stonebridge Manor Team loves EVERYTHING wedding related. On top of all of the behind-the-scenes work, i.e. tours, consultations, vendor coordination, appointment coordination, we are also paying close attention to those ever-changing and evolving wedding trends! Take a look at our Mixed Metals Open House! One of the most popular 2016 wedding trends is the use of multi-tonal metals. … Continued
As Event Directors, one of the most frequently asked questions we receive is, “Should I host my bar at the reception?” To answer this question, let’s first start by outlining the difference between a Hosted bar and a Cash bar. With a Hosted bar, the drinks are provided, or “hosted,” compliments of the Bride & Groom. With a Cash bar, guests … Continued
One of our FAB-U-LOUS Stonebridge Manor Event Directors, Alysia, took the time to provide some words of advice to fellow out-of-town brides. Read what the newly-minted Mrs. Zurlo has to say about the wedding planning process done from a distance! You might think being an out of town bride is stressful… but it doesn’t have to be! I am in a … Continued
In preparation for the big day, invitations are one of the most important details you do not want to overlook! Here are a few must-include items for your wedding invitations! 1.Day, date, and time. While a seemingly obvious detail, be sure to check, and double check your time sensitive information before the invitations go to print! Did you have a set ceremony … Continued
Wedding budgeting can be a taboo subject that we thought we’d address! While setting your budget for the big day, keep in mind the following categories to help you set a realistic allowance as well as refine your vision. Prioritize. Is an $8,000 dress a priority over having a hosted bar? Do massive floral arrangements take precedence over a fancy get-away … Continued
