Personalizing your Big Day

Weddings have strayed away from being "traditional" and have become more personalized with things the couple enjoys and/or things that represent them as a couple.  More and more couples want to include personalized items to bring their guests along their journey of life & love.



Here is something simple, yet beautiful. 
Monogrammed items are being used more 
& more to represent the two people become
one couple.

Forget the traditional sign in book!  Why not sign something you hang in your new home and cherish everyday?










Here is an example of a customized
signature drink that the couple came up with.
The decided to make cute signage, and added in
monogrammed napkins, and colorful straws to match their theme.

#wedding #hastags #areamust

#hashtags

A must for today's weddings are #hashtags.  It is a unique way to show off your personality as a couple and make sure all the photos taken on your Big Day and leading up to the celebration are in one place for you to view after your wedding has come and gone.  

The #hashtags can be a mashup of your names, incorporate your wedding date and/or be a play on words. And you can even use them as decoration around your wedding venue!

So get creative and as soon as #shesaidyes, make sure you begin brainstorming on the perfect #hashtag for your #bigday at #thecarriagehousenj!!! 

Comfort Foods are a Must!

When attending your next wedding don't be surprised to see some childhood favorites featured on the menu.  Comfort foods are becoming a new trend in weddings and are always a hit with the guests! Couples are going back to their roots and incorporating some of their favorites such as mini grilled cheese sandwiches with tomato bisque, mini shepherds pies, pizza stations, mac & cheese stations, & even mini burgers & hot dogs!

Who doesn't love pizza at the end of a night of cocktails & dancing!

Yummy Bacon & Cheese Grilled cheese with Tomato Bisque!

                                                                                        Mini Hot Dogs with lots and lots of toppings!

Decedent Dessert Favor Ideas!

How many guests go to a wedding and forget or leave their favor on the table at the end of the night because they just don't want it?  I know I do, and most of the time I don't even remember what it was!

We are finding more and more couples lean towards an edible favor, because we all know that your guests will take it and enjoy!  The days of monogrammed matches, mini picture frames, & bottle stoppers are over.  Give your guests something they can enjoy right then and there or the next day!  It will also be something that they remember because it is different than the traditional favor.

Check out Luscious & Sweet Bakery in Galloway,NJ for some more fun ideas!

At the end of your friend's wedding reception, as the DJ plays "Don't Stop Believin'" and it's last call at the open bar, are you one of the many guests who's stomach is growling and thinking to yourself, "When I get married, I hope my guests aren't this hungry at the end of the night." ?

Today's Brides and Grooms are now ending the celebration on a tasty note with Late Night Snack Stations. These stations could be something salty/savory, sugary/sweet or the best hangover cure: greasy! What a way to say "Thank you" to all your family and friends for celebrating with you.  The Late Night Snacks can be enjoyed while guests are waiting for the shuttle back to the hotel or taken with them on their Uber ride back home.

A few popular  Late Night Stations include: Philadelphia Soft Pretzels, freshly baked Popcorn, Breakfast Sandwhiches with Tator Tots and Cookies & Milk!

Hottest Trends: Glitz, Gold, & Old Hollywood

Wedding season is approaching us quickly and we wanted to share some of the hottest trends that are popping up! Glitz, Gold, & Old Hollywood are very big right now in wedding decor.  We are seeing more and more gold sequin linen, chiavari chairs, big beautiful lounge chairs, & glitter- lots and lots of glitter!  Here are a few pictures for inspiration.

Gold Sequin Linen, Love Seat, & Drapery

Gold Chiavari Chairs & Gold Linen

Gold & Lavender Wedding Cake

This is the first official Blog from The Carriage House.  The Carriage House is located in beautiful Galloway, NJ and was inspired by the grace and timeless beauty of the great Southern Plantations. Every detail has been specially chosen to highlight the dignified majesty of the home's great traditional allure.  We host hundreds of weddings and events every year and each client of ours is taken special care of. There wishes, wants, needs and desires are always met in a unique way.