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A Modern Beachy Wedding in Manahawkin, NJ

  • Photos: David & Amy Lau Photography | Event Planning: Mary Bradley/Details of I Do | Location: Bonnet Island Estate
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Cara & Stephen in Manahawkin, NJ
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see more: new jersey, formal/black tie, modern, spring
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Gold and magenta orchids made Cara’s lush bouquet 
of popular springtime flowers (peonies and 
calla lilies) stand out.
Gold and magenta orchids made Cara’s lush bouquet 
of popular springtime flowers (peonies and 
calla lilies) stand out.
see more: bridal bouquets
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Cara loved the chic look of her two-piece dress: a hand-beaded corset top and a fit-and-flare skirt 
she accessorized with 
an embellished belt.
Cara loved the chic look of her two-piece dress: a hand-beaded corset top and a fit-and-flare skirt 
she accessorized with 
an embellished belt.
see more: couples shots, gown
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The groomsmen’s 
fuchsia and purple ties coordinated perfectly 
with the bridesmaids’ 
jewel-toned dresses.
The groomsmen’s 
fuchsia and purple ties coordinated perfectly 
with the bridesmaids’ 
jewel-toned dresses.
see more: wedding party looks
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The rustic boathouse 
chapel ultimately sold Cara and Stephen on the venue.
The rustic boathouse 
chapel ultimately sold Cara and Stephen on the venue.
see more: couples shots
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A glittery gold aisle runner added a little glam to the chapel’s weathered-wood and stone interior.
A glittery gold aisle runner added a little glam to the chapel’s weathered-wood and stone interior.
see more: ceremony
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Purple and gold glittered escort cards were displayed on a fabric-covered board.
Purple and gold glittered escort cards were displayed on a fabric-covered board.
see more: escort cards
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see more: cocktail hour
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Even the couple’s signature drink, a pink grapefruit mojito, added color to 
the cocktail hour.
Even the couple’s signature drink, a pink grapefruit mojito, added color to 
the cocktail hour.
see more: cocktail hour
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Purple and red paper poms hanging from the rafters and sequin linens set the tone for the evening’s party.
Purple and red paper poms hanging from the rafters and sequin linens set the tone for the evening’s party.
see more: reception decor
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Gold mercury-glass vases and manzanita branches framed full arrangements of bold-hued hydrangeas and peonies.
Gold mercury-glass vases and manzanita branches framed full arrangements of bold-hued hydrangeas and peonies.
see more: centerpieces
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Half of the dinner tables were topped with gold hydrangea-filled boxes.
Half of the dinner tables were topped with gold hydrangea-filled boxes.
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The gold-backed menu cards matched the escort card design and were tucked into plum-colored linen napkins.
The gold-backed menu cards matched the escort card design and were tucked into plum-colored linen napkins.
see more: reception decor
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Ombre-style fondant 
bands and sugar flowers decorated the round cake.
Ombre-style fondant 
bands and sugar flowers decorated the round cake.
see more: cake, blue, purple, spring, modern, fondant
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The newlyweds danced 
to “Everything” by 
Michael Bublé.
The newlyweds danced 
to “Everything” by 
Michael Bublé.
see more: first dance
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With help from family, Cara and Stephen assembled s’more-making kits for guests to take home.
With help from family, Cara and Stephen assembled s’more-making kits for guests to take home.
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Cara & Stephen in Manahawkin, NJ

The Bride Cara Costa, 34, executive vice president of merchandising at Horizon Group USA The Groom Stephen Perhach, 32, a 
police officer The Date May 29 Cara and Stephen knew they wanted a wedding near the beach but without an overly beachy theme. To achieve that, they took a modern approach to the décor and incorporated lots of bright colors and metallic accents.
- Amanda Black
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