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  • Bride and groom smiling at each other as they walk hand in hand through The Art Factory in Paterson, NJ

    Forever Grateful

    “Aretha's warmth and genuine excitement for our union were palpable. It was like having a dear friend guide us through one of the most important moments of our lives. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant, and we're forever grateful for the way she made our wedding ceremony unforgettable. She also was extremely punctual for our rehearsal (which you should absolutely also book) as well as our big day.”

    TAYLOR & CHARLDEY

    The Art Factory, Paterson, NJ

    ★★★★★

  • Beyond My Highest Expectations

    “Even though I had a large wedding, she made the ceremony feel so personal and intimate, which is exactly what I wanted. Aretha delivered an absolutely beautiful ceremony and vows that were beyond my highest expectations!”


    CAROLINE & BRETT

    Florentine Gardens, River Vale, NJ

    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  • Bride in a strapless mermaid gown and long veil holding hands with her groom in a black tuxedo in a hallway lined with crystal sconces at The Estate at Florentine Gardens in River Vale, NJ

    Nothing Short of Amazing

    “Our ceremony was personalized to us and nothing short of amazing! Aretha is professional, dependable, honest, easy to talk to, attentive, experienced, and who you need on your team!!!”

    TAYLOR & HENZLY

    Florentine Gardens, River Vale, NJ

    ★★★★★

  • Bride in a strapless gown and groom in a white tuxedo jacket posing beside a white Rolls-Royce outside The Sand Castle in Franklin Square, NY

    Genuine and Refreshing

    “On our journey to find the perfect person to marry us we just wanted someone that could convey, captivate and speak our love to our audience and that is exactly what Aretha did! We still have guests raving about her.”

    ASHLEY & KELVIN

    The Sand Castle, Franklin Square, NY

    ★★★★★

  • Bride in an off-the-shoulder gown walking arm in arm with her groom in a white tuxedo jacket at Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown, NJ

    One of the Best Decisions

    “She asked the right questions, she was organized, and she gave us the confidence to fully trust her with our wedding. I can honestly say, choosing Aretha was one of the best decisions we’ve made for our wedding! 100/10!”

    STEPHANIE & RICKY

    The Gramercy, Hazlet, NJ

    ★★★★★

  • Bride raising her white rose bouquet as she and her groom in a white tuxedo jacket celebrate down the aisle after their ceremony at Hudson House in Jersey City, NJ

    Captured Our Love Story

    “From the very first zoom meeting, we knew we made the right decision. Your words captured our love story and embodied us as a couple. Our guests were blown away by how everything flowed. Safe to say, you exceeded our expectations.”

    AMANDA & SHAQ

    Hudson House, Jersey City, NJ

    ★★★★★

  • Two grooms embracing during their wedding ceremony as officiant Aretha Gaskin smiles beside a red and blush floral arch in the garden at Senate Garage in Kingston, NY

    An Absolute Dream

    “Working with Aretha was an absolute dream! Our ceremony was filled with joy and laughter and Aretha did an incredible job guiding us along as we wrote our vows and proudly shared them with our loved ones.”

    MATTHEW & COREY

    Senate Garage, Kingston, NY

    ★★★★★

  • Bride in a beaded mermaid gown with a ruffled train holding hands with her groom in a royal blue tuxedo jacket on the porch at The Carriage House in Galloway, NJ

    Speaking Life and Love

    “She was truly a pleasure to work with and light to be around. After our first interview with her we knew quickly that we wanted to move forward with having her officiate our big day.”

    SHANNIEL & ADRIAN

    The Carriage House, Galloway, NJ

    ★★★★★

  • Groom in a royal blue tuxedo jacket kissing his bride in a long-sleeve lace gown on a white footbridge at Stonebridge Country Club in Smithtown, NY

    Beautiful, Personalized and Sacred

    “I came across Aretha’s Instagram page and instantly knew I would not want anyone else to prepare and officiate our ceremony. Our ceremony was beautiful, personalized and sacred. Your words during our ceremony will always play in my mind.”

    ELISA & JERRY

    Stonebridge Country Club, Smithtown, NY

    ★★★★★

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