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The Sunny Atlantic Beach Club in New York Gave This Couple Dreamy Ocean Views for Their Wedding

Karen and Jason got engaged on a secluded beach in Maui—and for their wedding, the pair decided to bring a slice of Hawaii back to their families in New York. After the couple tied the knot on the sands of Atlantic Beach, they welcomed loved ones to a tropical party at the Sunny Atlantic Beach Cl...

This Wedding at The Lit in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Was A Family Affair

Megan and Molly planned their wedding as they live their days: with intention. After Megan proposed with a sustainable ring from the woman-owned Rosados Box, the pair planned a celebration that represented their values. “We chose The Lit because it was a meeting place for women to discuss social ...

This Couple Filled Their Cabin Wedding at Otter Tail Lake in Minnesota With Laid-Back Vibes

“It’s my most favorite place in the world,” Elizabeth (Liz) says of her family’s lakeside cabin, where she married Grant. “We just wanted simple, classic and timeless, and for the venue to be the star,” she says. “It was special to be married on the patio where my grandparents used to drink their...

One Couple's Rustic Wedding at Eden Gardens State Park in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Even before they were engaged, Emily and Wade (Field) knew they’d return to Eden Gardens State Park one day for their wedding. “I love that while you’re still at the beach, it feels romantic and woodsy,” Emily says. Seven months after the proposal, the couple invited 225 guests to celebrate their...

One Couple's Barn Wedding at The Allen Farmhaus in New Braunfels, Texas, With Celestial Motifs

High school teachers Kara and Clintonbooked their venue, The Allen Farmhaus, for two simple reasons: the ambience and the owners. “There’s something magical about the place,” Kara says. “With the big open Texas sky above us and great people to work with, what more could we ask for?” Clinton’s nic...

Chinoiserie Details Filled This Couple's Wedding at Upper Montclair Country Club in New Jersey

Katherine and Erik met when they were one step away from the altar—as maid of honor and best man for their close friends’ wedding. A few years later, they were the ones celebrating. “Our ultimate goal was to create an event that we would love years from now,” Katherine says. “We’re both tradition...

One Couple's Intimate Industrial Wedding at Event1013 in Downtown Plano, Texas

In a matter of a mere two months, Jessica and Nate managed to pull off their 200-person party at event1013 in Plano. “I wanted a cozy space with hardwood floors and brick walls,” Jessica says of playing up their urban venue’s interior with French-blue accents and muted arrangements of eucalyptus,...

A Greenery-Filled Wedding at Mountain Mermaid in Topanga, California, Inspired by Puerto Rico

Calvin and Xavi were determined to say “I do” come rain or shine—literally. Once Hurricane Maria derailed the couple’s plans to marry in Xavi’s native Puerto Rico less than two months before their November wedding date, the couple was forced to move their vows stateside. “We were able to pull off...

This Wedding at the Lodge at the Rock in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Was Filled With Shades of Blue

For their wedding at Lodge at the Rock in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Taylor and Ahbi filled their celebration with a variety of serene blue shades that befit their natural surroundings. "Our wedding was truly a showcase of us," says Taylor. "We just wanted everyone to have a blast and enjoy some of ou...

An Ethereal Elopement at Anderson House in Washington, D.C., Followed by Dinner at Home

Anderson House is a Beaux-Arts architectural gem nestled in the heart of Washington, D.C., and it served as the picturesque backdrop for Erinn and Jon's pandemic elopement. However, before the couple exchanged vows at Anderson House they got ready together and had a dance party to Taylor Swift's ...

This Couple Tied the Knot on Stage at the Historic Marquis Theater in Northville, Michigan

Liz and Tina both know how to put on a show. Years of planning parties and directing cruise ship events prepared Liz and Tina, respectively, for designing their Northville wedding in just four months. “We both have backgrounds in the theater, so we chose the historic Marquis Theater downtown,” Li...

A Dreamy Mauve Palette Wowed at This Mountain Wedding at Golden Ledge in Telluride, Colorado

There’s a reason so many songs wax poetic about escaping to the mountains to relax. That calming feeling of being surrounded by rustling foliage and rugged peaks is exactly why Tane Harvey (26 and works in merchandising) and Matthew (Matt) McDonald (26 and an estate services specialist) returned ...

A Contemporary Green-and-White Microwedding at Flat 51 in Columbus, Ohio

When the pandemic hit, Brianna and Theo were forced to put their large wedding on hold. However, the couple didn't want to put their love on hold and decided to move ahead with an urban, contemporary microwedding at Flat 51 in Columbus, Ohio with only nine of their closest loved ones in attendanc...

A Romantic-Meets-Boho Desert Elopement in California's Joshua Tree National Park

Although the COVID-19 pandemic forced Melody and Xavier to postpone, and then cancel, their big wedding celebration the couple decided to elope to the desert. The couple was heartbroken by the decision to cancel their larger wedding and wanted to find a meaningful way to still celebrate their lov...

The Bride Wore an Emerald Green Velvet Blazer for This Classic Fall Elopement in New York's Central Park

Since fall is their favorite season, Felicia and Nicolas decided to elope in New York City and said “I do” with the fall foliage of Central Park acting as a picturesque backdrop to the nuptials. The couple exchanged vows on the shore of The Lake before taking a stroll around the city to capture w...

A Blush Palette Brought Romantic Vibes to This Wedding at Wrightsville Manor in North Carolina

La Kesha and David wanted their wedding day to have two distinct feels—a classic, romantic ceremony to start the day followed by an all-out party at the reception. "It may sound unconventional however the theme for our wedding was classy in the beginning and a party at the end. I wanted people t...

This Couple Tied the Knot on a Sailboat Off the Coast of Portland, Maine

Elena and Art took to the sea for their vows. The couple tied the knot in front of an intimate group of friends while aboard a sailboat off the coast of Portland, Maine. After coming face-to-face with the daunting task of wedding planning, the couple decided to keep things simple and celebrate wi...

Shades of Purple Filled This Casual Garden Wedding at The Old Homestead in Crockett, California

"Love and a warm summer breeze," inspired Michelle and Dee's garden wedding celebration at The Old Homestead in Crockett, California. To bring their garden celebration to life, the couple chose of color palette of plum and wisteria, with hints of white and silver "because we thought it would look...

Family Was Central to This Simple, European-Inspired Wedding at Summerour Studio in Atlanta, Georgia

To celebrate their marriage, Jillian and Kyla wed in a boho wedding at Summerour Studio, a European-inspired venue tucked in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia. "A year into our relationship same-sex marriage was legalized and we knew then that if we got married we would make it a big celebration," ex...

Literature and Flight Inspired This Wedding at Philadelphia Glider Council in Perkasie, Pennsylvania

Elizabeth Crowder (30 and a librarian) and Andrew Serota (32 and an attorney) seamlessly blended both of their passions into one wedding. The couple welcomed guests to the Philadelphia Glider Council, a nod to Andrew’s lifelong love of flying. “From there, I tried to artfully combine our interest...

This Duo Played Basketball During Their Reception at The Estate at Cherokee Dock in Tennessee

For their wedding at Cherokee Dock in Lebanon, Tennessee, Cassidy and Skal wanted a celebration that was rooted in their shared Christian faith and embodied a “boho-rustic wonderland meets elegant family fun BBQ.” It was important to the couple that their faith be at the core of their wedding bec...

Cacti Paid Homage to Texas at this Blue-Hued Wedding at South Congress Hotel in Austin

Doing things their own way has always been paramount for Kirk Garza (38 and a property tax consultant) and Warren McAdams (27 and a physical therapist). So much so that Kirk chose to propose with a compass engraved with the coordinates of where they first met, instead of a ring. Throughout the en...

An Intimate Elopement Overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains in Asheville, North Carolina

Not having loved ones present is one of the main drawbacks couples weigh when planning to elope. However, Adrienne Michelle (33 and a therapist, educator and speaker) and Brittany Glover (33 and a product management executive) found a creative way to have a private ceremony while still involving ...