A Flower-Filled Navy-and-Yellow Wedding at Mystical Rose Gardens in Baldwin, Wisconsin

Busola and Tolu "wanted our day to be such a special day for our friends and family. We wanted our family and friends to have a unique wedding experience," says Busola. Luckily, the bride's sister is a wedding planner and helped the couple realize their vision with a meaningful, family-focused we...

A Romantic Garden Wedding at The Clifton Inn in Charlottesville, Virginia

Given that Sonia is Indian and Nick isn't, the couple wanted to host an Indian-fusion wedding that reflected "both of our backgrounds and where we come from. We chose to have a multi-day 'wedding,' which is traditional for Indian weddings while adding an American twist to most of the events," say...

Charm and Romance Filled This Garden-Inspired Wedding at Kestrel Park in Santa Ynez, California

Erin DiAngelis and Andrey Antonov chose Kestrel Park in Santa Ynez, California, for their wedding because the venue is "like an English garden fairytale setting, which perfectly matched the classy, timeless and romantic vibe I was going for," says Erin. "My bridesmaids were in different shades of...

All the Colors of the Rainbow Were on Display at This Wedding at Solé East in Montauk, New York

Joanna Valk and Anthony Polemis wanted their wedding at Solé East in Montauk, New York, to be a joyous occasion and translated that into their design by selecting a vibrant, rainbow-inspired color palette. "We combined a bright, lively color palette for the flowers against a more classic design b...

A Romantic Wedding at The Reeds at Shelter Haven in Stone Harbor, New Jersey

Every year, since Shannon and Taylor started dating in high school, they’ve visited Shannon’s family’s shore house. Marrying seaside was a no-brainer; however, despite the beachy setting, they opted to center their day around a romantic garden theme. “It was important to me that our love for each...

A Luxe Garden Wedding at Greencrest Manor in Battle Creek, Michigan

Though Miya and Matthew originally pictured their wedding ceremony in California, they decided to head to Michigan for the comfort of Matthew’s grandparents. “We both love Michigan and spending our summers there,” Miya says. “Greencrest Manor felt like France, which was even more magical,” Miya s...

One Couple's Industrial Garden Wedding With Traditional Vietnamese Tea Ceremony in Wichita, Kansas

Erica had a very clear vision for her wedding to Jonathan. “I’d call our style an ‘industrial garden,’ ” Erica says. “I focused heavily on the flowers, which brought our wedding to the next level.” Erica illustrated the invites herself, sketching blooms in Photoshop and ripping the edges of the p...

An Elegant-Boho Wedding at The Fells Historic Estate and Gardens in Newbury, New Hampshire

Though Dale and Michael married at an elegant historic estate on Lake Sunapee, their celebration was decidedly unstuffy. They made sure guests had drinks in-hand for the ceremony, which Dale’s cousin and her husband jointly officiated, and shared laughs during their vows. The casual mood continue...

Tropical Vibes Filled This Wedding at the Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture in New York

When it came to tropical wedding destinations, Danielle and Doreen looked no further than Park Slope. “Though we’d considered a destination wedding, we chose a venue 15 minutes from home,” Danielle says. “We picked the Brooklyn Society of Ethical Culture because it has a strong social mission as ...

One Couple's Late-Summer Garden Party at a Private Estate in Darien, Connecticut

To celebrate their marriage, Allyson (Ally) and Zachary (Zac) planned a backyard wedding—with a country club twist. Their late-summer garden party was hosted at Ally’s family’s home and filled with charm at every turn, from a wedding dress inspired byCarolyn Bessette-Kennedy to poolside cocktails...

A Fairytale Winter Wedding at Planterra Conservatory in West Bloomfield, Michigan

Ariel and Camran knew Ann Arbor would be the ideal spot for their winter wedding. The city is not only the location of their alma mater and near their hometown, but it’s also where they met and fell in love. Welcome bags with Zingerman’s Bakehouse treats and Great Lakes chips greeted guests, who ...

The Bride Rocked a Boho Hat at This Wedding at Allerton Park and Retreat Center in Monticello, Illinois

As a florist, Heather knew she wanted the star of her wedding to Pedro to be lush floral displays. The duo swapped vows at the Sunken Garden at a park and nature center, then moved their reception indoors. Guests grabbed escort cards with surprise flower seeds inside, while unique arrangements of...

A Nature-Inspired Garden Party Wedding at The Farmer’s Daughter in South Kingstown, Rhode Island

After getting engaged on a hike in Greece, Fatima and Brett took inspiration from nature when planning their South County wedding. They collected flowers from their neighborhood, pressed them and included them as inserts in their invitations. “Each one was a little different and added a personal ...

A Whimsical Botanical Garden Wedding at the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library in Delaware

After a year-long search for the right venue, Carrie and Shane finally discovered Winterthur. “I have always loved the whimsical atmosphere of botanical gardens,” Carrie says. “It blew me away.” Deep purple, mauve and gray accents paired with candles and frilly florals to bring the pair’s vision ...

Chosen for Its Auspicious Qualities, Red Anchored This Wedding at the University of Illinois

Liuqing and Yansong, students at the University of Illinois, chose to highlight their college's bucolic campus when it came time for the duo to tie the knot. The couple exchange vows in the Japanese Garden at the University of Illinois Arboretum and used the garden's lush botanicals as inspiratio...

It's Hard to Believe This Wedding at Cator Woolford Gardens Took Place in Atlanta, Not Tuscany

Nestled in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, is Cator Woolford Gardens, a dreamy escape that immediately transported Kristy and Colin's wedding guests from the bustling metropolis into a romantic, Italian-inspired bucolic wedding celebration. Beyond the couple's distinctly European elegance at their...

This Dreamy Garden Wedding at The Lace House in Columbia, South Carolina, Was a Family Affair

Courtney and Gerald's theme for their Columbia, South Carolina, wedding was, "'A Night in the Gardens,' We wanted our wedding to focus on family and friends gathering to celebrate two people in love. I was inspired by the venue, I love period films and this house is an absolute beauty. The house ...

A Classic and Romantic Garden Wedding in Hartford, Connecticut

For their romantic garden wedding in Hartford, Connecticut, Mary Kate, dressed in a custom suit from Bindle and Keep, "was my 'something blue,'" Elena shares. Next-level fashion played an instrumental role in bringing the couple's "timeless garden party" to life. Mary Kate's suit was, "created wi...

A Chinese Tea Ceremony Preceded This Couple's Classic Wedding in North Carolina

Although Emily and Sunny live in Washington, DC, the couple chose to return to Emily's hometown of Wilmington, NC, for their classic garden-inspired wedding with a color palette of white and green. In honor of Sunny's Chinese heritage, it was important to the duo to incorporate cultural elements ...

Modern, Minimalist Style Shines at This Wedding on Detroit's Belle Isle

With a background in merchandising and visual displays, Kari Worges (36 and a store director) had a vision in mind for her wedding to Anthony Urbina (36 and a software developer). With assistance from a slew of local vendors, she created a minimalist bohemian design. “It was an honor to have such...

A Modern, Bohemian and Romantic Wedding at The Fig House in Los Angeles, California

For their wedding, Hayley and Eric Levy wanted to "combine the laid-back, boho ambience of California with the sophisticated, mid-century modern and art deco ambience of New York City—the two locations that are most significant in our lives," they say. "Most importantly, we wanted an overtone tha...

A Whimsical Backyard Ceremony and Classic Reception at Mountain Lake Colony Club in Lake Wales, Florida

Bronwyn Hunter-Shortly and Craig Hunter hosted a garden-inspired destination wedding in Lake Wales, Florida. One of the main motifs was Florida citrus, which first appeared on paper itineraries in the wedding welcome bags. The intimate ceremony took place in the backyard of Bronwyn’s parents’ hom...

A Bohemian, Whimsical Wedding at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego, California

Perry Silverman and Adam Rosen based their wedding on "La Vie en Rose" as a nod to Perry's love of flower arranging and their hashtag, #chosenrosen. They celebrated against the Moroccan-inspired architecture of the Grand Del Mar, and they decorated with whimsical, bohemian and retro '70s-inspired...