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Sweeping Views of the Amalfi Coast Framed This Dreamy Positano Wedding
How often does the honeymoon planning come before the wedding planning? In the case of New York–based Ciara Allen (32, a supervising producer) and Kaylah Burton (31, a social strategy director), the dream of honeymooning in Positano, Italy, ended up leading to a destination wedding there instead....
Timeless Sophistication Filled This Wedding at The Milwaukee Country Club in Wisconsin
Caroline Marks and Robert Flaherty’s love story began unassumingly at Indiana University. Their first date? A cozy dorm room, a movie flickering on the screen and Panera takeout on the side. Fast forward through graduations and city moves, their relationship found its true test during an unintend...
Art and Design Fans Will Love This Moody Wedding at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco, California
After connecting on a dating site, Jessica and Augusto set their first meeting over coffee, revealing a surprising depth of common interests and dreams, which quickly turned initial sparks into a steady flame. As their relationship blossomed, Augusto, holding dear to tradition, sought the blessin...
Inside One Couple's Flower-Packed Industrial-Meets-Whimsical Wedding at Brooklyn Winery in Brooklyn, New York
In the summer of 2017, amidst the grit and sweat of an outdoor boxing class, Alexandra Woo’s life took an unexpected turn. Cyrus Balanlayos’ “friendly nature and beautiful smile” captivated her. Their connection swiftly moved beyond the boxing gloves and into the realm of undeniable chemistry. By...
This Glam Wedding Included a "Ring for Champagne" Station at Viansa Winery in Sonoma, California
If this couple had a memoir, the title would be Catching Flights and Catching Feelings. The whirlwind romance of Mahsa Zare (29, a luxury realtor) and Johnathan (Hank) Hankins (31, a professional football player for the Dallas Cowboys) has taken them around the globe, so a destination wedding was...
A Vibrant Fusion of Indian and American Wedding Customs at Amaterra Winery in Portland, Oregon
Haarika Reddy and Chris Bender first laid eyes on one another during their senior year at the University of Oklahoma; in those hallowed halls, they formed a connection that would withstand the test of time and physical separation. After college, they navigated the challenges of a long-distance re...
A Three-Day Wintry Hindu and Episcopal Wedding in Washington, DC
Emily and Suneel Mudaliar’s romance, marked by shared passions and serendipitous moments, began not within the ivy-covered walls of their shared alma mater, Georgetown University, but in the bustling streets of Washington D.C., years after graduation. It was the allure of winter sports and the ze...
A Cozy, Yet Elevated Christmas Wedding in the Snow in Boise, Idaho
Grace Thompson and Dylan Gubbay's love story is the stuff of fairy tales, catalyzed in the picturesque scene of London's bustling streets. Their first encounter was nothing short of magical; as Grace fondly recalls, "The moment we met, both of us knew there was something special about the other."...
For Love and Basketball—A Japanese-American Wedding at The Harper in Costa Mesa, California
Classmate meet-cutes are genuinely some of our absolute favorites. "Joseph and I first met at pharmacy school," Nicole Watanabe begins, recounting her first time locking eyes with Joseph Wang. Their connection was almost immediate, a bond forged over shared interests and experiences. "We grew clo...
This Couple Honored Their Blended Heritage With a Vibrant Two-Day Nigerian-American Wedding in Richmond, Virginia
When Matthew Rickert first matched with Fatimah Ogungbade on Bumble, he jumped at the opportunity to meet her for dinner--even though he had been in the middle of his own. "Not wanting to pass up the opportunity to meet such a cute lady, I quickly said yes and stashed my leftovers," Matthew recal...
Family Was the Heart and Soul of This Pastel Wedding at the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington, DC
Rebecca Walters and Andrew Hahm’s story began subtly during their college years. The bride recalls, “Though we did not talk that much at this point, apparently, Andrew thought I was cute from the start.” A shared meal with friends kickstarted a deeper connection. “While we ate and got to know eac...
This Colorful Indian Wedding at Cline Cellars in Sonoma, California, Was Steeped In Tradition
Once upon a tune in college, Sveta Mohan and Raghav Paliwal crossed paths harmoniously. "We met in college over a decade ago on an a capella team," Sveta recalls. Fast forward through the crescendos of courtship, and there they were, in the heart of San Francisco. "I thought we were just going to...
An Indian Celebration Surrounded by the Breathtaking Red Rocks of Zion National Park in Utah
"From the moment we started talking, we just clicked and became best friends right away," Krupa Patel describes of her and Dilan Talsida's initial meeting. Their connection was instant, as if the universe had brought together two kindred spirits. Krupa adds, "It was amazing to have someone who un...
The Couple's Indian, Belgian and Ghanaian Heritage Filled Their Two-Day Wedding at Borgo Corsignano in Italy
Chloe Eyison and Claudio Eyison’s love story is one of serendipity. ‘We initially met on a night out in Dubai, UAE,” Chloe reminisces. Their first encounter was marked by friendly conversation, although they didn’t exchange numbers at the time. Fate, however, had more in store for them. Just a mo...
Modern Flair Meets Rich Tradition at This Asian-American Wedding at The Foundry in Long Island City, New York
Both first-generation Asian-American immigrants, Rosalee Celis, hailing from the Philippines, and Soe Naing, born in Myanmar, faced unique challenges in the United States. Rosalee reminisces, “Like many first-generation immigrant children, it was difficult to maintain our Asian identity while ass...
Get Major Versailles Vibes From This Wedding With Korean Traditions in Downtown Los Angeles
A relationship born from academic necessity? Yup: that's our kind of love story. When Stacey Yeh found herself in need of a ride to the LA Zoo for a college class assignment, she asked around. Enter Peter Oh, who kindly offered to drive. Stacey reminisces, "Peter was easy to talk to. We had a lot...
A Couple's Modern Knanaya Wedding With Heartfelt Customs in Dallas, Texas
Benita Peters and Terry Philip’s love story began at church, where Benita found him “really cute,” even with his trademark smirk. That smirk made Benita suspect he thought he was “better than everyone” when, unbeknownst to her, it was a clever disguise to hide his braces. Despite her overprotecti...
Flamenco Dancers and Twinkle Lights Dazzle at This Wedding at Vizcaya Gardens in Miami
Something about the back of his head—and 6-foot-6 stature—intrigued college freshman Melanie Patrich. "My friends made me go to a party at his fraternity house," she describes. "I wanted to leave, but then I saw his back facing me while he played foosball. Even though I hadn't seen his face yet, ...
Exclusive: Join Influencer Kristina Rodulfo for Her Travel-Themed Wedding on the Beach in Oahu, Hawaii
After matching on a dating app, Kristina Rodulfo proposed that she and Michael Heal meet for the first time at a popular cocktail lounge. “He was a few minutes late, which, now that I know him is so unlike punctual Michael, but he was new to NYC from Australia and still figuring out the public tr...
One Couple's Colorful and Bold Multicultural Wedding in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Isabel Skau and Jeremy (Jez) Swanson first locked eyes across the churchyard in November 2019. Jez was busy organizing an event for the Sunday school program and doesn’t quite remember meeting his beloved’s gaze for the first time. However, he does remember receiving a friend request from Isabel ...
We Can't Stop Dreaming About This Couple's Romantic Wedding at Santa Barbara Historical Museum in California
Three months after a serendipitous introduction to Mudra Patel (34 and a VP of product management), Paul Cressman (35 and an attorney) knew he wanted to marry her. “In fact, I told his little sister that very thing. She was just such an amazing person, with such a kind heart, and everything just ...
The Beauty of New Mexico Was on Display at This Colorful Wedding at La Posada De Santa Fe
Love can take us by surprise, and for Ashley Ford and Charlie Strauss, it was the pandemic that brought them together. “Charlie slid into my DMs asking what I was up to,” Ashley recalls, “and that’s how our love story began.” After moving back to Texas from New York City, Ashley visited Charlie i...
An Equestrian’s Dreamy, Rustic-Chic Wedding at Winvian Farm in Morris, Connecticut
Guy Dunkley spent hours finding the perfect spot to propose to Jennifer (Jen) Dorfman while on a quick Key West vacation. Suddenly, the opportunity presented itself—a local dog beach was within golf-cart-driving distance, and the pair had their one-year-old Cocker Spaniel with them. “Noodle playe...