These Grooms Took Whimsical Glam to the Next Level During Their Wedding at Vibiana in Los Angeles
The phrase, “What’s meant to be will always find a way,” can apply to a lot of things in life. For Enrique Cheng-Robles (56, a family physician) and Cole Williams (30, a recruiter), their love story started with a series of chance meetings that ultimately led to a first date. The Los Angeles–base...
The Soundtrack for This Wedding at Atelier Playa Mujeres in Cancun, Mexico, Included "Moulin Rouge" and Beyoncé
To celebrate their marriage, TV personalities AJ Gibson and Emile Ennis Jr. planned a destination wedding weekend in Mexico. "This wedding was 10 years in the making, so it was super important that we were surrounded by family and friends who were 100% supportive of our love," says Emile. "Planni...
A Romantic Autumn Elopement in New York City's Central Park
Although they live in California, Jessika and Alex love New York City and decided to elope in Central Park. "The inspiration behind our day was the balance of nature and the city, a space where we could truly be ourselves and embrace the quiet and busy energy together," explains the couple. "Our ...
This Couple Casually Eloped on the Beach at Bluesiam Villas in Phuket, Thailand
Although the COVID-19 pandemic meant that Chase and Allen were forced to postpone their destination wedding, the duo decided to go ahead and celebrate their marriage with an intimate beach elopement at Bluesiam Villas in Phuket, Thailand. After an oceanview vow exchange, the couple celebrated wit...
A Green-and-White Palette This Wedding at Lindley-Scott House in Azusa, California, a Timeless Vibe
When it came to planning their wedding at Lindley-Scott House in Azusa, California, Linda and Jen prioritized making the day "an infusion of who Jen and I are as people," explains Linda. "We both love vintage music, outfits and an overall vintage feel so that was our primary mindset when setting ...
A Seven Magic Mountains Elopement in Las Vegas, Nevada, Packed With Cultural Details
Jessica (Jess) and SC celebrated their marriage with an intimate elopement in the desert outside Las Vegas, Nevada. The couple jokes that their elopement was really more of a "quasi elopement-meets-destination wedding." Jess explains that the couple "just wanted to marry each other with no frill...
Ladybug Details Filled This Mauve-Hued Private Estate Wedding in Dallas, Texas
Magazine clippings inspired the backyard wedding Daniela Acosta (30 and a business owner) and Megan Lane (34 and an administrator) planned to celebrate their nine-year relationship. “We found a floral centerpiece we loved in a magazine and went from there,” says the couple. With that specific aes...
A Simple Wedding at Balmoral Event Center in Haines City, Florida, With a Neutral Color Palette
For their Florida wedding, Zachary and Tuquan selected Balmoral Event Center in Haines City to serve as a refined, contemporary backdrop to the modern celebration with a black-and-taupe color palette. Zachary and Tuquan's spring wedding date was chosen for a special reason—the date falls between ...
This Wedding at The Lit in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Was A Family Affair
Megan and Molly planned their wedding as they live their days: with intention. After Megan proposed with a sustainable ring from the woman-owned Rosados Box, the pair planned a celebration that represented their values. “We chose The Lit because it was a meeting place for women to discuss social ...
One Couple's Scrabble-Themed Wedding at Material Culture in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Danielle and Melissa have a way with words—literally. The couple fills their time together with competitive rounds of Scrabble (over which Danielle reigns supreme), and similarly, filled their wedding with nods to their favorite game, from the signage to the tables, alongside Material Culture’s t...
An Emily Brontë-Inspired Wedding at The Junior League of Houston in Houston, Texas
Mary and Sahra's wedding transported guests into the pages of Emily Brontë’s England. “I’m a big literature nerd, so I wanted you to feel as though you stepped into a ball from a classic novel,” Sahra says. Rich satin wallpaper, gold foil touches and an arch topped with spray roses channeled the ...
A Greenery-Filled Wedding at Mountain Mermaid in Topanga, California, Inspired by Puerto Rico
Calvin and Xavi were determined to say “I do” come rain or shine—literally. Once Hurricane Maria derailed the couple’s plans to marry in Xavi’s native Puerto Rico less than two months before their November wedding date, the couple was forced to move their vows stateside. “We were able to pull off...
A Contemporary Mountain Wedding at Beaver Creek Resort in Avon, Colorado
A remote cabin and a grove of Aspen trees set the stage for James and Logan's “mountain contemporary” wedding in Beaver Creek. The couple played up their cozy locale by sourcing every single detail from local vendors. Stationery (including RSVP cards which simply read: "You in or what?"), signage...
Lush Greenery Filled Every Corner of This Wedding at The Mansion at Natirar in Peapack, New Jersey
Alana ad Megan designed their wedding with one guiding principle in mind: Simplicity is key. After visiting at least 20 venues, the couple landed on Mansion at Natirar, thanks to its effortless, classic style. “When we arrived at the mansion, we instantly knew it was the one for us,” the pair say...
Mardi Gras and Rainbows Inspired This Glam Wedding at Fort Conde Inn in Mobile, Alabama
For their wedding at Fort Conde Inn in Mobile, Alabama, Jaron and Brian planned a glitz-and-glam-filled wedding inspired by Mardi Gras and rainbows. "The original theme for our wedding was rainbows everywhere to celebrate our gay love. After Brian suggested we wear our Mardi Gras tails, I jumped ...
Unicorns and Rainbows Filled This Wedding at Hotel Domestique in South Carolina
Sydney and Michelle went all-out when it came to bringing a celebratory vibe to their two-day affair at Hotel Domestique in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. The couple included unicorns, rainbow details, a live painter, confetti, two wedding cakes and plenty of fun in their South Carolina wedding....
Sparkling Water Fanatics Will Love This LaCroix-Inspired Wedding at Ovation in Chicago, Illinois
Instead of sticking to a specific theme or palette, Harrison and Jason wanted a wedding that reflected their unique interests, so they decided to get hitched at a venue that let them paint their masterpiece. From an Olive Garden soup bar to a Broadway-inspired ceremony program, LaCroix photo boot...
A Champagne-Filled Sunrise Elopement on the Beach in San Francisco, California
When it came time to tie the knot, Addy and Brittani "wanted to keep it as simple as possible," so they decided to elope on the beach in San Francisco, California. They had "no theme or color palette even, just natures beauty surrounding us. Our ceremony was very non-traditional and not religious...
Antiques Filled This Eclectic Wedding at The Turn Vintage Warehouse in Newport, Kentucky
Arlene Grullon (35 and the director of an emergency shelter program) and Teresa Lajara (35 and a local government liaison) mix old and new with ease. The couple met the new-old-fashioned way, OkCupid, and later, proposed to one another with vintage rings. Arlene’s was rejected in its past life. “...
This Couple Included a Wig Wall at Their Disco-Inspired Wedding at The Springs in Brooklyn
Corey Rados (32 and a senior creative stategist) and Jeremy Lejeune (31 and a VP of consumer insights) love disco music and sequins, which made their wedding theme—described as “skin out, ’70s glam”—a no-brainer. To achieve their funky vibe, the pair let their wedding party select their own attir...
Shades of Purple Filled This Casual Garden Wedding at The Old Homestead in Crockett, California
"Love and a warm summer breeze," inspired Michelle and Dee's garden wedding celebration at The Old Homestead in Crockett, California. To bring their garden celebration to life, the couple chose of color palette of plum and wisteria, with hints of white and silver "because we thought it would look...
Muted Earth Tones Filled This Wedding at Terrain at Styer’s in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania
Justin Beebe (28 and a media planner) and Michael “Mikey” Kopyna (28 and a graphic designer) are a detail-oriented duo—so much so that the pair waited three years to tie the knot. “We wanted to make sure we had time to plan each intricate piece of the day,” the couple says. Those details included...
Family Was Central to This Simple, European-Inspired Wedding at Summerour Studio in Atlanta, Georgia
To celebrate their marriage, Jillian and Kyla wed in a boho wedding at Summerour Studio, a European-inspired venue tucked in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia. "A year into our relationship same-sex marriage was legalized and we knew then that if we got married we would make it a big celebration," ex...