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A Vibrant DIY Wedding at Adventures on the Gorge in Lansing, West Virginia

Macall and Kevin Speaker planned a vibrant, nature-inspired fete to celebrate their nuptials and pay tribute to their home state of West Virginia. The pair opted for an “adventure of a lifetime” theme complete with confetti, a palette of bright colors and an outdoorsy venue as a nod to their new ...

A Bright Boho Wedding at Leo Carrillo Ranch in Carlsbad, California

Caitlin Roberts and Nate Mencini’s Cinco de Mayo wedding was a relaxed and colorful affair. From Caitlin’s blue velvet platform shoes to strings of carnations in shades of red at the ceremony, each of the details from their wedding popped against the muted colors and natural elements at Leo Carri...

A Bright, Bohemian Backyard Wedding in Massachusetts

Francesca Balboni (28 and an art history PhD candidate) and Matthew Flagg (27 and a biology PhD candidate) pulled off a bohemian backyard bash with vibrant wildflowers, shibori-dyed linens and playful citrus hues. “We wanted the day to echo our life together: relaxed, easy and full of laughter, m...

A Vibrant, Modern Wedding at Private Residence in Rockport, Texas

When it came to planning their waterfront wedding in Rockport, Texas, bold colors were a must for Ellen Hewitt and Zach Sanders. Shades of bright pink and coral and pops of teal captured the day’s festive feel and tied in seamlessly with the coastal setting. Vibrant purple, turquoise and pink tab...

A Colorful, Secret-Garden-Themed Wedding at Monteverde at Oldstone in Cortlandt Manor, New York

Inspired by their love of the outdoors, Susan Patel (33 and a project manager) and Sagar Parikh (33 and a physician), with the help of A Votre Service Events, planned a summer wedding bursting with vibrant color and natural, organic touches. Monteverde at Oldstone in Cortlandt Manor, New York, of...

A Vibrant, Modern Wedding at The Mint Museum Uptown at Levine Center for the Arts in Charlotte, North Carolina

Nicole Bullock (27 and works in human resources) and Jimmy Sealey II (32 and an air traffic controller with the FAA) hosted an informal affair with modern touches, lots of clean lines and pops of cheerful colors.<br><br>The couple exchanged vows in front of a backdrop made of low billows of brigh...

A Vibrant, Relaxed Garden Wedding at Flamingo Gardens in Davie, Florida

“We both wanted an outdoor wedding that felt relaxed and romantic,” Tina Lasorsa (25 and a vintage and antique jewelry dealer) says, which is why she and Sean Gonzalez (27 and a pop culture convention event coordinator) chose the lush Flamingo Gardens. “We had about 100 ‘human’ guests attend and ...

A Vibrant, Modern Indian Wedding at the Walker Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Rebecca Peterson (30 and a mental health professional) and Jagmeet (Sunny) Singh (31 and an IT consultant) were going for an India meets A Midsummer Night’s Dream theme for their bold, bright and modern nuptials.<br><br>The couple had a religious Sikh ceremony in the morning, and a ring reception...

Tented garden wedding at Tyler Arboretum

Lance DeWalt (44 and a senior visual director at Anthropologie) and Quoc Nguyen (44 and a technical design director at Urban Outfitters) created a bright, fun garden party with bold patterns and plaid details.<br><br>“We wanted the wedding to be quirky and colorful,” Lance says. The fashion-forwa...

A Bohemian, Mid-Century Chic Wedding at The LakeHouse at WaterColor Inn & Resort in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Shannon Brianne Dodd (32 and owner of GoHannah custom hair extensions) and Ryan Taylor Ricketts (28 and owner of a roofing construction company) created a mid-century modern, bohemian, tropical-glam theme for their lawn ceremony and reception by the resort’s pool.<br><br>As her “something old,” S...

A Vibrant Spanish Tile Themed Wedding at The Garlic Press in Midland, Texas

Gerenda Lea Johnson (37 and a pastry chef) and Joshua Scott Washburn (44 and an executive chef) cooked up a DIY wedding at their Midland restaurant, accented with colorful Spanish, Moroccan and Mexican textiles.<br><br>A bright color palette included burgundy, teal, eggplant, golden yellow, olive...

A Bright, Elegant Pakistani Wedding at the Fox Hills Golf and Banquet Center in Plymouth, Michigan

Festive floral garlands, string lights and vibrant shades of red, turquoise and gold infused Michelle Gentile (34 and a radiation oncologist) and Asad Usman’s (32 and an anesthesiologist) Pakistani wedding with undeniable flair.<br><br>“As funny as it sounds, Asad and I love Mamma Mia,” Michelle ...

A Bright, Bohemian Chic Wedding Wedding at The Inn at Fernbrook Farms in Chesterfield, New Jersey

Simone Cheng (28 and a clinical psychology doctoral student) and John Soat (28 and a graphic designer) eclectic celebration combined subtle nods to their Chinese and European backgrounds with their rustic farm setting for a sweet day that was all their own.<br><br>The ceremony, which was officiat...

A Vibrant Farmers' Market Wedding at the Royal Oak Farmers Market in Royal Oak, Michigan

Food fanatics Jo Price (31 and a photographer) and Chris (33 and owner of Detroit Custom Coach) showcased their love of all things fresh by incorporating culinary-themed details, including paper fans and framed prints.<br><br>Locally grown vegetables covered the couple’s ceremony arch and recepti...

A Vibrant Farmhouse Wedding at the Weston Red Barn Farm in Weston, Missouri

Antique china served as the inspiration behind Anna Pleviak (32 and a senior regulatory counsel member) and Chase Dorian’s (30 and a recruiter) harvest party-meets-vintage farmhouse wedding.<br><br>The reception took place in an airy, wood barn outfitted with string lights, chandeliers and feasti...

A Playful, Modern Wedding at the Sandy Hook Chapel in Sandy Hook, New Jersey

“We were inspired by the feel-good, laid-back vibes of the Jersey Shore,” Nerissa Waite (30 and a conference planner) says of outfitting her and Joshua (Josh) D’Amore’s wedding with playful polka dot details and chevron prints.<br><br>All five groomsmen donned navy, polka dot ties and Vans sneake...

An Elegant Beach Wedding at Seaside Lyceum in Seaside, Florida

With a palette of eye-catching yellow, coral, ivory and gold, Chandler Farquharson (27 and a marketing professional) and Gavin Wallace (32 and an insurance broker) pulled off an elegant fete laced with plenty of playful panache. “I wanted the wedding to be unique and beach formal,” Chandler says....

A Vibrant, Modern Hindu Wedding at the Hyatt Regency in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Bold splashes of coral, gold and purple electrified Neha Shah (31 and a financial consultant) and Yogin Patel’s (30 and an ophthalmologist) grand and colorful Hindu wedding.<br><br>“I was born in India, and having a traditional Hindu wedding connected me to my roots,” says Neha, who planned every...

A Paris-Inspired Wedding at Keeler Tavern Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut

With the charming gardens of Keeler Tavern Museum as their backdrop, Juliana Serraillier (26 and a project manager) and John Conte (28 and a civil engineer) pulled off a romantic, bohemian fete laced with undeniable Parisian charm. An intimate ceremony in the gardens, complete with playful paraso...

A Colorful, Vintage-Inspired Wedding at the John James Audubon Center in Audubon, Pennsylvania

Maria Catalano (33 and account executive at The Knot Philadelphia and Delaware) and Michael McGuinness (33 and a Delaware river pilot) planned a bright, whimsical affair for their September wedding at the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove in Norristown, Pennsylvania. The day kicked off with...

A Bohemian Destination Wedding at the El Blok Hotel in Vieques, Puerto Rico

Diana Dozier (30 and a digital strategist) and Stephan Hein (36 and an innovation consultant) were friends and coworkers in New York City for three years before things got romantic. “We bonded over our love of music and increasingly spent more time with each other at shows and around the city,” D...

A Vibrant, Urban Wedding at Smog Shoppe in Culver City, California

Lexi Foster (24 and a student at USC School of Pharmacy) met Jordan Lang (26 and a senior financial analyst) when they were undergrads at Loyola Marymount in Los Angeles. They were friends for a year, until a spontaneous first date (late-night doughnuts and hot chocolate at the beach) changed the...

A Whimsical DIY Wedding at the 1850 House Inn in Rosendale, New York

Samantha Margalit (29 and a wedding photographer) and Adam Ferraro (35 and works in hospitality) planned an intimate affair for their late-September wedding with a palette of bright, playful hues and plenty of personalized touches. They headed to Rosendale, New York, 90 miles north of their Manha...