In a celebration that embraced the beauty of winter and the enchantment of Nordic traditions, Halley and Sam tied the knot in a truly unique way. Their ceremony, officiated by a pagan high priestess, infused Nordic and pagan elements, creating an experience which felt truly authentic to them. They were married in January, a choice that they made because they prefer cooler weather. The bride explained, “The inspiration started with not wanting to melt on a hot, humid day since neither of us like warm weather. We ended up picking the wedding date based on the anniversary of our first date whic ..read more

The Pop-Up Chapel Co. is not your typical wedding venue – it’s a revolutionary concept that pairs pop-up chapels with charities and top-notch vendors to create a distinctive wedding experience. Since launching, they have married over 400 couples and raised over $100,000 for various causes. For couples like Tami and Dushane, the appeal was in the simplicity and uniqueness of the experience. The Pop-Up Chapel Co. takes care of every detail, from venue and décor to officiant, photography, flowers, music and refreshments for up to 30 guests. It’s a hassle-free way to create a memorable day while ..read more

How much is it? What, thousand?! OK, what’s the next option down? That’s the cheapest?! Fuck me, I guess we’ll have to rethink the live band. How much did your parents say they’re giving us again? What, hundred?! Shit. Well apparently we have to get them, the planner said they bring the whole theme together. I don’t know what theme, she just said ‘theme’. Maybe we can lose the cocktail truck…” The wedding industry is a dangerously seductive place. The delicate details, the wall-to-wall flowers, the spectacular venues. You press your face against the shop window, fogging up the glass and dream ..read more

At its core, Jessie and Matt’s wedding was one where their guests felt involved. From inviting them to dress in their most extravagant outfits, to asking them bring their favourite flower with them (which were then gathered up on arrival to make the bride’s bouquet), these thoughtful moments made everyone feel included. The inspiration behind this was simple – they a fun celebration with friends and family that featured an uninterrupted flow of drinks! As guests arrived and were waiting for the main event, they had freshly shucked oysters on demand, served with sparkling wine as a cellist pl ..read more

Love, romance and second chances were the themes for Chandler and Nick’s October elopement. Having both had a traditional wedding in the past, they decided to break free from convention this time around and create an intimate and enjoyable experience for them alone. They found a cabin to stay in and had a handfasting ceremony with ribbon from Chandler’s aunt’s wedding dress. To top off the day, they did photos by the ocean and a hot tub party for two! Chandler and Nick wrote their own vows, expressing the unique journey of their relationship in what they said. Al;though they were along, Chan ..read more

Although married in California, Skyelar and Adam were very much inspired by the bride’s Louisiana roots in the the greenery and general vibe of their winter wedding. Describing their theme as “Vintage Whimsigoth” and “Eclectic Winter Whimsy”, the day was a celebration of them, with a beautiful blend of dark jewel tones and vintage charm. Adding in some drama with the florals, the day quickly turned into quite the gothic fairy garden. “We really leaned into making statement choices and not sticking to a particular style – our only concrete theme was colour”, the bride told us. “Since we wante ..read more

If you’re reading this, the chances are you’re already part of a couple that doesn’t want a wedding that anybody’s seen before. Some parts of your vision are easier to put together than others, especially if you have strong sub-culture lifestyle choices. But what about how you’re getting actually married? How can you make your wedding ceremony all about you? The answer is by making it exactly how you imagine it to be. You use an independent wedding celebrant coupled with a venue that goes all out to make your dreams come true, and quite simply, make it happen. Attitudes are changing towards w ..read more

Sam and Evan, who went to the same high school but didn’t really know each other, reconnected over Tinder while they were both home for Thanksgiving. From there, a long-distance romance blossomed, with Evan living in Brooklyn and Sam in Philadelphia. In October 2022 they were finally married, back in the city where it all started. Planning the entire thing themselves was no mean feat, especially as their venue of choice, The Sculpture Courtyard, is not usually a wedding venue. Although in hindsight they do now wish they’d hired a wedding planner, they still managed to pull of a beautiful DIY ..read more

When it comes to choosing your wedding rings, although aesthetics are super important, you should also consider what this piece of jewellery represents when you make your choices. Martin Commins, owner of Dublin Jewellers, Bespoke Diamonds, is here today to share his ideas on how you can make your wedding bands perfect for you. Incorporating Birthstones Incorporating birthstones into wedding rings is a beautiful way to add personal significance and colour to a piece. At Bespoke Diamonds, we offer a variety of gemstones to enable the integration of these meaningful stones. Whether it’s to repr ..read more

Stephanie and Marcos, a couple with a flair for the unexpected, pulled off the surprise of a lifetime for their friends and family. What was planned as a family reunion weekend turned into their surprise wedding! The couple exchanged vows at the iconic Little White Chapel in Vegas and didn’t sell a soul until they arrived at the chapel! With a vintage meets celestial inspiration for both their outfits, Stephanie paired a Lulu’s dress with an on-theme cape and crown which she found on Etsy. Their vision was clear – they wanted something different, something that would break away from the ordi ..read more