From the vow exchange to the first kiss, every wedding ceremony shares a few integral moments that lead to happily ever after. But that’s not to say your ceremony needs to feel formulaic! It’s one of the most significant experiences of your life, so putting your unique mark on it will add to the momentousness of the occasion and seal it in your memories for life. There are many ways to make your wedding ceremony feel like a celebration tailor-made for your love story. Sharing heartfelt vows, selecting meaningful songs, including pets, and incorporating rituals are all excellent opportunities t ..read more

Located in the heart of Prospect Park in Brooklyn, the Boathouse is an architectural gem. Notably, it has a memorable green tiled ceiling, which often lends itself to neutral weddings in green and white tones. However, Ness of Ness McGovern Events & Design notes, “I wanted to do something a little different for that venue, highlight the architecture but bring in some excitement so often foregone for a more neutral approach.” Images captured by Manda Weaver Photography brought fresh life to the space. The main inspiration for this shoot was a dinner table at a hotel in Florence, Italy. Ness ..read more

From flowers to desserts, your wedding day is an opportunity to paint the picture of your love story and share it with your guests. In telling your tale, wedding symbols offer a cohesive and personalized way to capture the essence of your union in every detail. Monograms, crests, and logos are all creative ways to highlight unique elements of your partnership, like shared interests or family heritage. “A monogram is typically based on the couples’ initials,” explains Jen Sulak of Weirdo Weddings. “A crest is more of an intricate design that centers on personalities and family heritage and has ..read more

Caroline and Matt’s wedding took inspiration from the happy and warm feeling of summertime on Martha’s Vineyard. Boasting the lightest array of colors, the New England sun was infused into the pastel florals, island blues, and sweetly decorated tablescapes planned by Timeless Event Planning. A champagne wall seating chart greeted their guests, which was not only visually beautiful but also a fun interactive element. Moving from the ceremony at the Old Whaling Church to the reception at the Harbor View Hotel, Caroline and Matt’s wedding was effortlessly timeless. Scroll to see the dreamy day ca ..read more

Weddings provide an opportunity to tell a couple’s unique love story, so it stands that your big day should feel like a one-of-a-kind celebration of your marriage. Yet a scroll through Pinterest reveals how easy it is for weddings to look…well, similar. But that doesn’t mean you’re destined for a cookie-cutter celebration, even if your heart is set on a trendy style. By separating thematic elements from the overall design concept, you can capture the essence of a desired look without going overboard with trite clichés. So whether you’re enamored by rustic details or dreaming of an elegant fair ..read more

Weddings are emotion-filled days that can fly by in the blink of an eye. Ask any married couple! Between chatting with guests and taking more photos than you can count, it’s easy to get lost in the busyness of your big day. Before you know it, the lights are up, confetti is swept away, and you’re ready to take your first step into married life. But you want to remember your wedding beyond the photos and keepsakes. You want to remember exactly how it felt to step into your reception as newlyweds, the way your dress swept across the floor, and what it meant to feel your partner’s hand squeeze yo ..read more

The dreamy Swan House outside of Atlanta is the perfect backdrop for this elegant summer wedding captured by Eve Yarbrough. With romantic lush florals and the sweetest of color palettes, it is all the inspiration you need for a timeless and chic wedding. One of Richard and I’s first dates was at the Atlanta History Center, where we spent the day talking and laughing for hours as we wandered around the property. We look back at this date as the date when we realized that we really understood each other. When the time finally came, Richard conspired with my roommates to catch me off guard. My ro ..read more

What’s a wedding without cake? Not only do wedding cakes star in their own dedicated moment of the day-of timeline, but most guests expect a slice (or two!) to appease their sweet tooth after dinner. Today, wedding cakes come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors as bakers infuse their desserts with their own creative twists. Yet, whether you’re team vanilla or you prefer more experimental flavor combinations, one debate is left unsettled — and it’s one that every couple will need to consider as they pick their perfect wedding cake. Buttercream or fondant? Each provides different benefits, with bu ..read more

There’s so much to love in this utterly charming and romantic Cape Cod wedding from By Halie! From the dreamy location to the lush florals, it is the perfect summer coastal fete! Our inspiration was lots and lots and lots of flowers! Andie loves all florals, and it’s a love she has shared with her Dad since she was very little. We imagined a wedding vibe that was “casually elegant” and essentially and garden party on the water. Lots of blooms, small vases in unexpected places, and soft pinks, peaches, yellows, and sage. Our florist made the cutest flower collar for our dog Lily – and she pose ..read more

After enjoying their engagement to the fullest and letting things settle down post-Covid, Marline and Dalton said “I do” at The Bibb Mill in Columbus, GA. The vibe was an elegant, luxury garden party catering to the venue’s lush grounds. Marline knew she wanted LOTS of flowers and live greenery and stuck to a palette of greens, whites, and golds. Some favorite design elements include the hanging floral arrangements, the 360 bar, a cigar lounge, and the floral arch. They also sprinkled in plenty of sentimental touches and were sweetly intentional about how they spent their time on their wedding ..read more