IT'S HAPPENING
After thirteen years of friendship, a few very awkward teenage attempts at dating, four solid years of growing together and intertwining our lives, and a year of sharing a home and guardianship of the most spoiled cat in the universe, we're getting married! We can't wait to share and celebrate our love with our family and friends this September.
CEREMONY + RECEPTION
CEREMONY + RECEPTION
WEEKEND EVENTS
Stay tuned for updates about other wedding weekend festivities!
HOTEL + TRANSPORTATION
A limited amount of rooms have been reserved for Friday 9/8 and Saturday 9/9 at the Holiday Inn Totowa Wayne in Totowa, NJ, for a discounted rate of $119 per night plus taxes and fees. Please call 973-785-9000 to book and mention the Bright-Reylado wedding to receive the discounted rate. The hotel is an easy 5 minute drive from our wedding venue; Uber is readily available in the area and we are working on shuttle details with the hotel.
WEDDING PARTY
Dan Bright
Best Man
"Dan has been my brother for 27 years. One time when we were kids we went to a zoo and an emu bit my hand and wouldn't let go. Dan threw rocks at it until it did. Thanks for that, Dan."
Chris Dedeyn
Groomsman
"Chris and I became very good friends while at Rutgers. For those of you who like a smart man in uniform, Chris is a Navy man specializing in IT."
Zac Learned
Groomsman
"Zac and I met sophomore year of college and we've been destroying our livers together ever since. Zac is tall. Also he has a crazy deep voice."
Joe Mazur
Groomsman
"Joe and I met in college when he chose me as his little for AKPsi and we've been friends ever since. Here's a picture of him eating a lobster roll."
Chris Micari
Groomsman
"Chris and I have known each other since childhood and have gotten into plenty of trouble together over the years. Here's a picture of him sleeping."
Jack Bright
Ringbearer
"Jack is my nephew and Godson, and generally just an awesome little guy. He's already running all over the place so watch your feet at the reception."
THINGS TO DO
Cloverleaf Tavern
West Caldwell, NJ
Also known as the place that has that crab dip that Dave is always raving about. It's that good. Also a must-stop for beer aficionados - they always rotate their taps for a crazy selection. Kaye also gives a thumbs up to the shrimp tacos.
Morristown
Morristown, NJ
Perfect place for some shopping, drinking, dining - or, catch a train to New York City for the day. Food recommendations: South and Pine, End of Elm, The Committed Pig, and Nagano for all-you-can-eat sushi.
Ringwood State Park
Ringwood, NJ
Dave proposed at the Botanical Gardens on Labor Day Weekend 2016, so aside from being beautiful, it has a very special place in our hearts.
Downtown Montclair
Montclair, NJ
One of our favorite places to eat and explore - we took our engagement photos here! Take home some doughnuts from Montclair Bread, find a new book at the Montclair Book Center, or grab a bite to eat - Cuban Pete's, Ani Ramen, and Mesob are all favorites.
Storm King
New Windsor, NY
If you're up for a drive, the Storm King Art Center is an awesome daytrip. The park has incredible oversized metal sculptures and outdoor art installations - plus the outdoor cafe makes some delightful vegetarian chili (food is important guys).
New York City
New York, NJ
For our friends and families traveling for our big day - New York City is a short bus or train ride away from the hotels!
Nicole Razon
Maid of Honor
"Nikki has been my best friend since high school, and probably the most supportive person of our relationship from the very beginning . She is one of the most loyal, hardworking, and loving people on the planet, and an amazing mom. The only thing I would change about her: her zip code, please move back to NJ already! I love this girl and I couldn't imagine having anyone else stand next to me as my maid of honor."
Hillary Benton
Bridesmaid
"Hillary and I met via BumbleBFF, despite the shared suspicion that the other might be a murderer. To my knowledge, this is (so far) not the case, and after a whirlwind of sushi burrito and ramen dates, book swaps, frantic gchats, and winning over each other's respective SOs and pets, I'm so proud to call this strong, ambitious, and hilarious woman one of my best friends."
Katie Fischer
Bridesmaid
"This girl is one of the most supportive and loving people I've ever met. Katie, my Kathryn twin, is the sunshine pumpkin unicorn princess who keeps me laughing constantly and keeps on my toes inventing new endearments. Katie has a huge heart, a wondrously unfiltered way of storytelling, and a boundless optimism, and I'm incredibly lucky to have her on my team."
Cassie Luna
Bridesmaid
"Cassie and I met as teenagers over a decade ago through Filipino community social events, and spent the years until we got our licenses making our parents crazy when they had to drive us to each other's houses. Cassie is one of the most passionate and compassionate people I know, and never fails to encourage me, inspire, and me with their big heart tireless voice, and contagious laughter."
Cy Sicat
Bridesmaid
"Cy and I were born a month apart exactly. Our moms are sisters, and when we were babies, we were almost always photographed together; so when Cy moved to the US from the Philippines in high school, we got ourselves into all sorts of shenanigans that our parents didn't know about (sorry Tito Joy & Tito Mel). I'm so happy to have my strong, fiercely funny, and incredibly resilient cousin stand with me on my wedding day."
Bee Ryle
Flower Girl
"It has been a delight and privilege of my life to be Tita and Ninang to Nikki's daughter. Bee is already an amazing, intelligent, headstrong, and talented young lady at the age of 6 (7 by May 13!). Shout out to Nikki for raising an incredible kid - I can't wait for both of you to stand with me and Dave and I are married!"
GET IN TOUCH
If you have a question - whether it's about dress code or travel, or you're looking for more things to do in the area, or just want to say hi, drop us a note using the form below!
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FOLLOW ALONG
In addition to the #kayevid tag we've had for years, we'll be using the hashtag #brighteverafter as we plan our wedding and to share photos on the day of. We'd love to see your party photos, so tag #brighteverafter too!