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As a professional writer, published author, international speaker and the former mayor of Brookville, NY, the Honorable Caroline Bazzini brings a wealth of skill and experience to her role of full-time marriage officiant. So it will come as no surprise that Caroline is known throughout Long Island and the five boroughs for her very personal, "all-about-the-two of you" joyfully written and delivered ceremonies.

Services Offered
Caroline, who is a 5-star reviewed officiant and a long-time recipient of the Wedding Wire's Couple's Choice Award, takes pride in getting to know you and delights in creating personalized ceremonies of all kinds for all kinds of couples. From the meaningful, and heartfelt to the light-hearted, (and sometimes) entertaining , she can tailor her talents to reflect each couple’s individuality and personalities. This includes using traditional and symbolic rituals as well as writing customized vows, and of course, her signature love stories. As always, she aligns her approach with your values and requests, blending words that reflect your visions. So whether you are planning the once-in-a-lifetime big wedding of your dreams (with all its "pomp and circumstance"), or a very small micro wedding or something in between, Caroline can do it all. For the most personal of ceremonies that will have your guests totally "wow-ed," look no further than Hon. Caroline Z. Bazzini.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Premarital Counseling

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

Yes

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Quaker
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

NY

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Hon. Caroline Z. Bazzini

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Caroline is a warm, professional, and highly organized officiant who crafts personalized, heartfelt ceremonies that blend humor and emotion. She guides couples through logistics, calms nerves, and handles details smoothly. Guests frequently rave that her ceremonies are memorable and unique.

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Caroline is a warm, professional, and highly organized officiant who crafts personalized, heartfelt ceremonies that blend humor and emotion. She guides couples through logistics, calms nerves, and handles details smoothly. Guests frequently rave that her ceremonies are memorable and unique.

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China5277 Sent on 07/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding officiant ever

deserves all the stars. She talked about us like she knew us personally. She asked about our love story and put it in the most romantic way as possible. She made the ceremony very intimate and humorous. After the wedding, our guests were calling and couldn't stop talking about how much they loved our wedding officiant. Caroline is the best at what she does. I couldn't ask for a better wedding officiant.

Signed: Chinaidrine and Chinaidrine
Tiffany
Tiffany Sent on 06/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Wedding Officiant!!!

My husband and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect officiant than Caroline. From our very first meeting, she brought such warmth, professionalism and sincerity to the process that made us feel completely supported and at ease. She took the time to get to know us personally and crafted a beautiful, customized love story for our ceremony. It was heartfelt, sweet and had just the right touch of humor. It made us laugh and feel completely seen as a couple. Caroline is also incredibly organized and detail-oriented. She guided us through every step of the process with clarity and care, making sure we felt confident and prepared for the big day. Her presence during the ceremony was calming and reassuring, and so many of our guests commented on how unique and meaningful the experience was. We can't thank her enough and highly recommend Caroline to any couple looking for an officiant!!
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Azalia Sent on 06/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Moment!

Caroline is an exceptional officiant who played a significant role in our wedding. She is not only professional and friendly but also caring, meticulous, and compassionate. Her dedication and attention to detail contributed greatly to making our ceremony a memorable occasion.
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Sonnei Sent on 06/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The greatest addition to a momentous occasion!

Thanks so much! Caroline officiated the wedding of my mother Azalia and Connie. Her speech brought tears to the eyes of many. She was the perfect person to present Connie and Azalia to the world as a married couple. From the very beginning, she was kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in making the ceremony meaningful and personal.

Her words were heartfelt and beautifully delivered, capturing the love, joy, and deep connection between my mother and Connie perfectly.

We are so grateful for her grace, professionalism, and the gentle way she guided the ceremony. It was everything we hoped for and more. Thank you for helping create such a memorable and loving day.
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Taylor Sent on 06/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Stress Free Story Book Day!

My husband and I were adamant that our day was as stress free and casual as could be. Although we both grew up around the church, we knew that we would opt for a more informal day. We chose a small outdoor ceremony at an arboretum. From the get go, we told one another that our goal for the ceremony of only thirty of our closest relatives and friends was to tell our story and make the love the focus. When we were introduced to Caroline we knew she would be the perfect fit to make our day come together as we had envisioned. From the first interaction to the seconds before the ceremony began, Caroline was cool, calm, and collected. She was professional in every way, yet still approachable enough to where some of our guests came to us to inquire how we knew her. They were shocked that she was able to express our story in a way that made it seem as though she already knew us on a personal level. Every detail of the ceremony was thought out and executed perfectly. We cannot thank Caroline enough for all she did to make our day come together.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 02/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best officiant on Long Island!

Thank you Caroline for presiding over our wedding. Your professionalism and calm demeanor has helped us at ease on our special day. From getting a marriage license to tying the knot, Caroline helped us through the whole process.
Caroline is the "Best Officiant on Long Island" for a reason. You know when you’re in good hands. 🙌
Robert
Robert Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Most Memorable Ceremony

We cannot recommend Caroline Bazzini more highly. Her close attention to the slightest details ensures a seamless ceremony without surprises. She recreated our personal love story after a 30-minute phone interview, whereso the majority of our guests assumed she was a close friend of ours. If you desire a ceremony which will be remembered, please contact Caroline Bazzini. You will NOT be sorry!
Aimeelee
Aimeelee Sent on 10/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing !!

We were so blessed to be married by Caroline !! She made our special day extra special. She made the whole process so easy and is the absolute sweetest!
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Katherine Sent on 09/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Heartfelt ceremony

We are so happy that we chose Caroline to perform our wedding this past weekend! Caroline took the time to get to know us as a couple, understanding our story and what was most important to us. Caroline was able to make a loving and light-hearted story from the details we told her. Our guests were moved to tears but also laughing at some points. Her attention to detail made our ceremony flow smoothly. Our guests are all still raving about Caroline's ceremony!
A &
A & Sent on 08/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Caroline!

Thank you Caroline! Reading through the reviews on here, I knew we would be in good hands. I initially reached out to other officiants but once I read through these reviews, I went with my gut and reached out to her for our backyard ceremony. From the first time speaking with her, we were put at ease and she has helped us through the whole process step by step in crafting a personalized ceremony for our intimate backyard wedding. She was kind, thoughtful, communicative, and created a lighthearted loving ceremony for my partner David and I. She asked us thoughtful questions and really honed in on the details to create a personalized Love Story incorporating our moments through our eight years together! I felt at ease before the ceremony, where she guided us through a walk through with our processional party, and guided each of our readers through the process. We were able to stay focused and relaxed throughout the ceremony, and she incorporated a Handfasting which was so special for us. She really made our ceremony lighthearted, full of love and laughter, and truly made it a great process for us. Our guests were complimenting us after how it was a beautiful ceremony and we can’t thank Caroline enough! - Amanda & David
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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