A Laid-Back, Sophisticated Spring Wedding at the Lajitas Golf Resort in Lajitas, Texas

Elyse Shepherd (22 and a product development design coordinator) and Kyle Hill (24 and an oil and gas operations engineer) threw an elegant yet relaxed fete against West Texas’s desert-mountain landscape.<br><br>“It was important to us that our wedding be simple and elegant,” Elyse says. “The bac...

A Romantic Black Tie Wedding at the Westin Book Cadillac Detroit in Detroit, Michigan

A dramatic ceiling installation and elegant arrangements of roses and dahlias decorated Meryl Sklar (27 and a social worker) and Adam Bleznak’s (27 and a real estate investor) traditional Jewish wedding.<br><br>Plenty of candlelight and a single crystal chandelier illuminated the interior of the ...

A Timeless, Formal Wedding at the Cuneo Mansion and Gardens in Vernon Hills, Illinois

Romantic shades of blush, cream, black and gold lent an element of grandeur to Carolyn Dohnalek (25 and a nurse practitioner) and Brett Taylor’s (24 and an investment associate) classic celebration.<br><br>“Brett and I fell in love with the splendor and opulence of the mansion,” Carolyn says of t...

A Romantic Garden Wedding at Brick in San Diego, California

rn Andrea Swartz (28 and a marketing manager) and Corey Elliott (30 and a student) found a perfect fit for their romantic, lighthearted wedding at Brick in San Diego’s Liberty Station. “We loved the large, open space and the creative freedom that comes along with it,” Andrea sa...

A Woodland-Inspired Wedding at the Clubs at Houston Oaks in Hockley, Texas

Jessica Pettey (28 and a photographer) and Nick Hoffman (32 and a process technology operator) met when they were teenagers: Jessica was having dinner with a friend when Nick, their server, thought she was cute and brought her a piece of cheesecake (she had mentioned it was her favorite dessert)....

A Greek and Military Wedding in at Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort in Oak Brook, Illinois

Kristi Koszewski (24 and in marketing) and Phillip Arnold (26 and a US Army officer) blended Greek Orthodox traditions with a hearty dose of military pride when they exchanged vows at Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church in Westchester, Illinois. “I was lucky enough to marry the love of my life in...

A DIY Woodsy Wedding at Sand Rock Farm Bed and Breakfast in Aptos, California

When Crystal Keith (34 and a special education program specialist) and Keith Catanese (30 and a sales manager) decided to get married, they scoured California's central coast for a cool, relaxed outdoor venue. “Keith grew up in the Santa Cruz mountains, and we loved the idea of celebrating our we...

An Elegant Wedding at Milwaukee Public Market in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Maia Ferrella (29 and a physician assistant) met Paul Schwartz (34 and an executive director) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. “Like most great things in life, our journey began on the Wiffle ball field,” Paul jokes. After dating for nearly five years—including a long-distance stint when Maia attended gr...

A Romantic, Modern Wedding at the Hyatt Regency at the Arch in St. Louis, Missouri

Not many couples can say that their wedding planner was the one who set them up, but in the case of Casey Bohnert (29 and a mechanical engineer) and Dave Wilson (34 and a self-employed contractor), that’s exactly what happened. After being introduced at a Cinco de Mayo soiree, Casey and Lacy Bran...

A Blush and Gold Nautical Wedding at 'Tween Waters Inn Island Resort in Captiva Island, Florida

Since Lindsey Ridgway (31 and an actress) and George Ruiz’s (40 and in advertising sales) relationship has more than a few  memories by the ocean—including their engagement—it was only fitting they start their married life on the beach. “The ocean has always been our favorite place,” Lindsey says...

A Romantic Garden Wedding With Vintage Details at Franciscan Gardens in San Juan Capistrano, California

Emily Hinn (21 and a student) and William Hinn (23 and an event director) were dreaming of a romantic garden party with vintage details, and the charming Franciscan Gardens in San Juan Capistrano, California, brought their vision to life. "I wanted our wedding to be an expression of this style th...

A Whimsical, Romantic Wedding at Castle Hill Inn in Newport, Rhode Island

Liz Sweitzer (27 and a graduate student) and Andrew Matson (27 and a resident in orthopedic surgery) grew up together in Providence, Rhode Island, so when it came time to plan their wedding, the pair knew they had to be in their home state. To showcase the beauty and spirit of the Ocean State, th...

An Elegant Vineyard Wedding at Mount Palomar Winery in Temecula, California

rn Astrid Stewart (29 and an event coordinator) wed Sean Murphy (34 and in sales) in a romantic, classic affair at Mount Palomar Winery in Temecula, California. A palette of gold, blush pink and navy brought elegance to the naturally beautiful outdoor setting. “The ceremony ove...

An Elegant, Romantic Wedding With a Rustic Twist at Calistoga Ranch in Calistoga, California

rn With a lawn surrounded by lush landscaping, a lake waterfront and gorgeous hillside views, the Calistoga Ranch in Calistoga, California, set the right tone for this romantic wedding with a rustic twist. “We had a vision of an intimate, romantic outdoor wedding, and fell in l...

A Lavish Ballroom Wedding at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Florida

Colby Hale's (31 and works in medical device sales for Johnson &amp; Johnson) vision for her wedding to Gregory T. Meyer (34 and works in commercial real estate) was classic and clean with lots of lush flowers. Shades of white, ivory, gold and fresh greenery came together to create a timeless, el...

A Lavish Ballroom Wedding at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Florida

Colby Hale's (31 and works in medical device sales for Johnson &amp; Johnson) vision for her wedding to Gregory T. Meyer (34 and works in commercial real estate) was classic and clean with lots of lush flowers. Shades of white, ivory, gold and fresh greenery came together to create a timeless, el...

A Romantic, Vintage-Glam Wedding at Lord Thompson Manor in Thompson, Connecticut

For their midsummer wedding, Christina DeFilippo (29 and owner of the blog Oh So Glam) and Raja Tarabishy (31 and an entrepreneur) planned a vintage, romantic affair with an elegant palette of neutral and pale-pink hues. Lord Thompson Manor in Thompson, Connecticut, offered the ultimate backdrop ...

A Glamorous, Classic Gold Wedding at Hilton President Kansas City in Kansas City, Missouri

Loving the gold and blush ballroom at the Hilton President Kansas City in Kansas City, Missouri, Christine Kim (25 and a pharmacist) and Keith Richardson (26 and an engineer) had a gorgeous, glamorous blush, gold and ivory wedding. The swoon-worthy gold crown molding and ornate chandeliers not on...

An Ivory and Blush Elegant Wedding at Kukahiko Estate in Maui, Hawaii

Codi Knoch (28 and a photographer) and Eric Shellenbarger (28 and a commercial banker) were friends in high school, but built a deeper connection when they started coming home on breaks from college. The couple dated for eight years before Eric popped the question. Codi and Eric planned a Friday ...

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 Elegant Rustic Wedding at Kurtz Orchards in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Lia Preyde (30 and a lawyer) and Adam Moody (33 and a personal trainer) held their wedding at the beautiful Kurtz Orchards in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. "Their elegantly rustic property is painstakingly set out and set up to maximize the feel of an al fresco dinner party in the European countr...

A Glamorous Barn Wedding at The Barns at Wesleyan Hills in Middletown, Connecticut

Alisha Pavacich (34 and an account executive) and Tory Fredericks (35 and in car sales) met in New York City when they were just 19 years old and attending college together. They had feelings for one another from the very beginning but kept each kept it to themselves until years later when they f...

A Simple Destination Wedding Surrounded by Nature at Silvermist Mountain Lodge in Cape Town, South Africa

After booking a vacation to South Africa, Kerrilin Glenister (27 and a teacher) and Alex Anderton (26 and a design engineer) decided to combine their trip with an intimate, simple elopement that let the natural landscape do the talking. “It took a few weeks and would not have been possible withou...