Church Wedding Photos

A Traditional Catholic Ceremony and Modern Reception at The Fig House in Los Angeles, California

The wedding of Erica Tighe and Paul Campbell began with a traditional Catholic ceremony at Holy Family Catholic Church in Los Angeles. "It was extra special because the only date the Fig House had available in all of 2018 was on December 8, which happens to be one of the biggest Holy Days in the ...

An Elegant, Traditional Wedding at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa in La Jolla, California

Paige Breon and Michael D'Arrigo wanted a classic, sophisticated wedding with romantic undertones and a soft color palette. The day started with a Catholic ceremony at The Immaculata on the grounds of the University of San Diego, where the couple first met. "We both come from Catholic backgrounds...

A Glamorous, Gilded Wedding at The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, California

Janice and David Gott tied the knot at the historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, California, which has stunning Spanish-inspired architecture reminiscent of Europe. This old-world charm informed the wedding décor and festivities. Janice wore a classic ball gown paired with white heel...

An Elegant, Tuscan-Inspired Backyard Wedding in Portola Valley, California

Lauren Wiefels and Dane Rymer wanted their wedding to feel "unique, authentically Tuscan, relaxed and romantic."  The day started with a ceremony in the Presbyterian church from Lauren's childhood. "The backside of the church is completely glass, with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over a ...

A Classic, Colorful Wedding at The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel in Asbury Park, New Jersey

Hilary Strauch and Jonathon LaCarrubba planned a classic celebration with plenty of fun touches. The Catholic ceremony took place at Hilary's childhood church in Avon by the Sea.  The groom and groomsmen wore black tuxedos and silk bow ties, while the bridesmaids stood out in black-and white polk...

A Vibrant Multicultural Wedding at The Merion in Cinnaminson, New Jersey

For Marie Plaisime (27 and a PhD student) and Ludovic Gonçalves's (27 and a project manager) Labor Day weekend wedding, they blended modernity with tradition. After a Catholic ceremony and a cocktail hour featuring a Portuguese carving station, the high school sweethearts surprised guests by inte...

A DIY Wedding at Church of the Holy Innocents in Hoboken, New Jersey

When Amanda Engborg (31 and a communications manager) and Christopher Murphy (31 and a woodshop teacher) couldn’t find a Hoboken venue, they created their own. “We thought back to an empty church that had been part of a house tour,” Amanda says. “I began daydreaming about what the space could loo...

A Classic, Luxe Wedding at the Flagler Museum in Palm Beach, Florida

“I always envisioned my wedding done in white and gold,” Evanne Kastrenakes (24 and a blogger) says of taking a timeless approach to her nuptials alongside Gordon Lucas (25 and an entrepreneur). The couple—who were first introduced by the groom’s sister—wed in a Greek Orthodox church surrounded b...

A Classic Wedding at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC

For Washington, DC, natives Brittany Branand (29 and a research scientist) and Alex Malson (30 and an attorney), choosing the Washington National Cathedral for their wedding was a no-brainer. “We have spent countless afternoons wandering the paths and admiring the surroundings, having picnics on ...

A Classic Black-Tie Wedding at Seabright Lawn Tennis and Cricket Club in Rumson, New Jersey

When planning their wedding, Alexis Harrison (a vice president at Goldman Sachs) and Michael Jones (an associate at 3G Capital) drew inspiration from their reception venue: Seabright Lawn Tennis and Cricket Club. "We were looking for a venue that felt understated yet elegant, and different from a...

A Black-Tie Wedding at the Woman's Athletic Club of Chicago

Vintage wedding photos and Dolce & Gabbana designs inspired Caroline Finnegan (27 and a creative manager) and Steven Mazzone’s (27 and a doctor) winter wedding—a black-tie celebration that took just nine months to plan. “I love glamour and a juxtaposition of feminine and masculine,” Caroline ...

A Vintage-Inspired, Traditional Wedding at Riverfront Weddings in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Kathy Poploski and Christopher Urso combined industrial and rustic details for their traditional Pittsburgh wedding. The day began with a ceremony at the historic Saint Paul Cathedral, then the bridal party took photos in a local park. Kathy's muted, vintage-inspired bouquet paired perfectly with...

A Glamorous Wedding at The Treasury on the Plaza in St. Augustine, Florida

Morgan Chelednik (22 and a receptionist) and William (Tyler) Rush (23 and an operations specialist) had a church ceremony followed by a classic black-and-white reception in a converted bank. “We had the Catholic ceremony I always dreamed of,” Morgan says. “When we first started thinking about whe...

A Romantic, Vintage-Inspired Wedding at a Private Residence in California

Elizabeth Holzheu and Wesley Herr got married at the Old Mission Santa Inés in Solvang, California, then had a personalized backyard reception at the bride’s parents’ home. “The theme was something we called ‘upscale rustic French chic,’” Elizabeth says. “I wanted the setting to remind guests of ...

A Chic, Romantic Garden Wedding at Los Patios in Laredo, Texas

Brandi D’Haiti (26 and a student and medical assistant) and Gaebril Velasco (25 and a landscaper) may have met when they were kids, but they stayed friends long after. When it came time to unite in marriage, the couple added many personal touches to reflect their timeless love, starting with a ce...

A Classic, Soft Blue Wedding at Our Lady of Sorrows in Kansas City, Missouri

Allison Way (28 and works in marketing) and Michael Carroll (28 and a resident physician) met while competing on their respective college swim teams. Inspired by their meet-cute on a pool deck, Allison and Michael planned a party filled with aquatic accents as a nod to their love of swimming. The...

A Classic, Blush Wedding at St. Catherine University in Saint Paul, Minnesota

Maria Sevenich (25 and a nurse practitioner) and Clay Horne (25 and a public accountant) wanted to keep their summer wedding classic. Maria and Clay exchanged vows at Our Lady of Victory Chapel at St. Catherine University. “My mother and grandmother both attended the university, so we felt a deep...

A Traditional Catholic Wedding at The Crystal Ballroom in Houston, Texas

Jayme Molohon (30 and a registered nurse) and Robert Pack (30 and a pool builder), who met two-stepping at a local country-western barn, envisioned something traditional and elegant for their Houston wedding. They chose the Annunciation Catholic Church, the oldest church in Houston and a Texas la...

A Traditional Wedding at Neilson Dining Hall at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey

Human resources professionals Joel Pacheco (44) and Laszlo Varga (43) planned a classic wedding punctuated with regal purple flourishes. The couple’s traditional Episcopal ceremony took place at Joel’s local parish, where he’s attended services for years. The grooms looked dapper in classic black...

A Paris-Inspired, Glamorous Wedding at Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

With a posh, Parisian aesthetic in mind, Dara Lisanti (25 and a general manager of family-owned business) and Andrew (AJ) Weber (32 and works in commercial contracting) planned a regal, French Baroque–inspired fete fit for royalty. "I wasn't afraid of something a little different and sexy," Dara ...

A Classic, Purple-Filled Wedding at Acacia Reservation in Lyndhurst, Ohio

rn A purple palette of lavender, mauve and eggplant was paired with ivory accents to bring a feminine feel to the early fall fete of Stefanie Maclin (29 and a technical trainer) and Lorenzo Megginson (38 and a child care supervisor). “I wanted the ceremony to be romantic and ti...

An Organic, Urban Wedding at Events at Haven in Birmingham, Alabama

Grace and Harry Arnold struck the perfect blend of urban and organic aesthetics for their elegant Southern wedding in their hometown of Birmingham, Alabama.<br><br>Events at Haven, the historic home of the Mack Truck Company, offered a unique backdrop for the celebration, with its exposed brick a...

A Classic-Meets-Modern Wedding at a Private Residence in Tegucigalpa, Honduras

A vibrant Brazilian Carnival fused with traditional garden-inspired romance when Monique Kafie (28 and a business administrator) wed Gabriel de Lamare (30 and a business administrator). Their ceremony took place at Iglesia San Francisco, the oldest chapel in Tegucigalpa, Honduras—near Monique’s c...