A Classic, Lavender Garden Wedding at the Grand Marquis in Old Bridge, New Jersey

Kristine Ibanez (26 and works in digital marketing and e-commerce) and Carlo Dimagmaliw (28 and a CPA) wanted their ballroom wedding to evoke the enchanted romance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

The couple decorated their garden-themed reception with twinkling votives and a mix of high and low centerpieces. The lush floral arrangements included ranunculus, stock, dahlias and garden roses in shades of white and blush, along with accents of seeded eucalyptus and hanging amaranth. “I wanted to create an unforgettable environment for not only us, but for our guests,” Kristine says.

During the nuptials, the couple included the traditional Filipino veil and cord ceremony.

It took Kristine months to find the perfect pair of shoes. Ultimately she fell in love with studded nude Valentinos.