A Luxurious Countryside Rehearsal Dinner and Wedding at Villa La Selva Wine Resort in Tuscany, Italy
Some couples see sparks fly right away, but these sweethearts needed time for their love story to blossom. It all started when Mark Ruby (32, a senior financial compliance associate) asked Amber Andrews (31, a special events manager) to be his date to their high school prom. She refused. Destiny,...
Chill Vibes Filled This Sustainable Wedding With Unique Touches in Carpinteria, California
Jacqueline Rabôt and Robby Massar met on what the bride describes as “a very quintessential LA evening: a friend’s movie night.” The atmosphere that evening encapsulated the essence of the city’s charm. On this cinematic night, they discovered a shared passion that intrigued t...
One Couple’s Italian-Inspired Rehearsal Dinner Filled With Color—and Lemons—at Liberatore's Timonium in Baltimore, Maryland
Wedding days have turned into wedding weekends for many modern couples. The itinerary for the wedding party could include two to three days of activities—both fun and logistical. It’s tradition—and etiquette—for the marrying couple or a family member to host the wedding party after participating ...
Fly to Italy for One Couple’s Ethereal Destination Micro Wedding at Villa Montanare in Tuscany
Any recent bride or groom will agree that planning a wedding during a global pandemic is, to put it mildly, a challenge. After Sarah Pisano and Alexis Maliksi got engaged, they selected a wedding planner and reviewed their options—which were seemingly limited at the time. “When we first connected...
This Wedding With Citrus Details is a Summertime Dream at The Annex in New York
Summertime and the lovin’ is easy. When it came time for Stephanie King and Adam Partridge to tie the knot, they knew which season they’d be honoring. “Because the wedding was in June, it was inspired by the joyfulness of summer,” the bride explains. “I dreamed of a citrus-filled room surrounded ...
Inside Bridal Gown Designer Justin Alexander's Destination Wedding at a Castle in Italy
Have you ever wondered what the fashion looks like when a wedding dress designer gets married? When Justin Warshaw, the CEO and creative director of the renowned Justin Alexander brand, wed Kelsey Turchi, a tech sales professional, in Italy, the fashion wasn’t the only memorable part of the celeb...
Tuscany's Beauty Was on Full Display at This Orthodox Wedding at Terre Di Nano in Val d’Orcia, Italy
Elizabeth and Alex celebrated their love and their faith with a Romanian Orthodox wedding in Val d’Orcia, Italy, followed by a romantic wedding reception at Terre Di Nano with sweeping views of Tuscany's iconic landscape. <br><br>The day began with a traditional wedding ceremony in observance of ...
Tuscany-Inspired Cotton Gin Wedding at Hidalgo Falls
On a family trip to Italy, Elizabeth Cobb (26 and a teacher) fell in love with the country’s olive trees and vines. So for her wedding to Payne Schuelke (26 and works at a title company), she brought a taste of Tuscany to her hometown. With her mother, a retired event coordinator, Elizabeth plann...
A Romantic Italian Gothic Wedding at Villa Cimbrone in Ravello, Italy
Drawing inspiration from the Renaissance and their venue’s stunning architecture, Kate Sbarra and Brian Dorgan embraced an Italian Gothic theme for their destination wedding. “The Villa Cimbrone had gorgeous frescoed ceilings, beautifully manicured gardens and a picturesque view of the Amalfi Coa...
A Traditional Italian Inspired Wedding at Holman Ranch in Carmel Valley, California
Brittany Gori (28 and in digital media sales) and Justin Forni (28 and a paramedic firefighter) met when they were just 16 years old. Brittany's best friend had moved away and attended a different high school, where she was welcomed by Justin and his friends. Brittany took a trip to visit her and...
An Italian-Inspired Villa Wedding at a Private Residence in Malibu, California
Italy meets California at this elegant villa wedding, located right along the beaches of Malibu! Since Kim Rudy (30 and a interior designer) met Massimo Serani (38 and a soccer coach/entrepreneur) in the ancient city of Rome, Italy, they wanted to incorporate elements of where they fell in love i...
A Destination Wedding in Civitella del Tronto, Abruzzo, Italy
Silvia Di Francesco (26 and a teacher) and Jason Anspach (25 and a pharmacy tech) were both international students in Germany when they met. The joy and euphoria of what seemed like a love affair destined to end with their return home turned into great sadness, sleepless nights spent talking on S...