Andrea & Ralph's Nautical NJ Wedding Brought to CT

Posted on October 27, 2020 at 3:14 am by Carisa Lockery

Like so many other couples in 2020, Andrea and Ralph postponed their wedding multiple times due to COVID before deciding they didn't want to wait any longer. They had originally planned a nautical wedding in New Jersey where they live, but with the ever-changing rules and regulations, they decided it would be best to host it in Andrea's parents' backyard in Wolcott, CT.

With less than 2 months to go, Andrea's mom, Michelle, reached out to me to inquire about our services. After a brief discussion about what they already had planned, the changes that were made, and what they still needed, we were hired to finish making this wedding day finally happen for Andrea and Ralph. Since they were moving their wedding from a facility that included catering, tables, chairs, china, staff, etc. to a backyard location, we needed to start with 2 of the most important things for a backyard wedding: a tent and food! Luckily, I have been doing this for a very long time and I was able to call on a caterer and rental company very quickly.

They were able to keep their photographer and florist from New Jersey, but needed some Connecticut recommendations for a DJ, Pastor, hair and makeup, restroom trailers, in addition to a caterer and rental company. I was so happy to hear that they were extremely happy with all of our recommendations. So, an extra big shout out to Spice Catering Group, Durant's Party Rentals, L.A. Page Makeup, CNT Entertainment, Pastor Sam DeFrancesco and A Royal Flush.

Seeing as how I was already booked on their wedding date, Michelle worked alongside Carisa and Liz during the almost 2 months of planning, but Liz and Caitlin ran the show on the big day. See what she had to say about us!

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Carisa Lockery

Thanks for stopping by. I'm so excited that you decided to learn more about me!

First and foremost, I am a wife and mother to 2 boys, Kyle and Mason. They're part of the reason that I continued to pursue my dream of being a business owner. Having the ability to make my own hours and still be present for them is invaluable, and an experience for which I will forever be indebted to my amazing husband.

As a kid, I was always organizing everything. I loved stationary and paper and pens and markers and journals and planners and anything else that allowed me to plan and organize. Trapper Keepers and Lisa Frank? Yes, PLEASE! As I got older, that love for organization became a love for planning, particularly fun things like events. I woke up one day with the thought, “Could I actually make a living doing this?”. I had gone to Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, CT for my Bachelor's Degree in Communications, so I had a little knowledge about business and how they worked. When the idea began to formulate more and more in my head, I decided to take my education even further and pursue a Master of Business Administration Degree. Right after I earned this degree, I had my first son, so the timing was perfect! I was able to be home with him during the week while my husband worked, and work at night and on the weekends, when most events took place!

More than 10 years later, I still love bringing the idea and concept of a wedding or event into reality. Each one plays out differently, and I love that! It keeps things fresh and exciting! I can't wait to hear from you and learn all about how I can help with your next event!

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