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How One Couple Had Their Wedding at the Great Pyramids of Giza

How One Couple Had Their Wedding at the Great Pyramids of Giza

Words by Lauren Ertl

Take one glance at these photos, and you’ll probably be wondering, “How in the world did they pull off a destination wedding with the Great Pyramids of Giza as the…

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2027 Wedding Dress Trends from NYBFW

2027 Wedding Dress Trends from NYBFW

Words by Lauren Ertl

This season’s New York Bridal Fashion Week (Spring/Summer 27) delivered something more than just fresh bridal looks. It told us that the modern bride knows who she is.  Destination I…

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How to Elope in Vegas: From a Pro Who Did It Herself

How to Elope in Vegas: From a Pro Who Did It Herself

Words by Olivia Curley

Whether you’re looking to dodge the stress of a 200-person guest list or you just have a soft spot for neon lights and desert magic, eloping in Vegas is having…

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Color-Soaked Real Wedding in Playa Mujeres, Mexico

Color-Soaked Real Wedding in Playa Mujeres, Mexico

Words by Jessie Allen

Some weddings are beautiful. Some are fun. And then there are weddings that feel like a living, breathing, color-soaked celebration of everything love is supposed to be. Natalie and Patrick…

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How Far in Advance Should Guests Book Travel for a Destination Wedding?

How Far in Advance Should Guests Book Travel for a Destination Wedding?

Words by Meghan Ely

Planning a destination wedding comes with plenty of exciting decisions, but it also introduces some extra logistics, particularly for your guests. Unlike a hometown celebration, attending a destination wedding usually…

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Long Beach Island Wedding at Mallard Island Estate

Long Beach Island Wedding at Mallard Island Estate

Words by Lauren Ertl

To Isabel, Long Beach Island was more than just a beautiful escape from the city; it was somewhere that held a myriad of sweet memories. That’s why when she and…

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8 Quieter Alternatives to Europe’s Most Popular Proposal Spots

8 Quieter Alternatives to Europe’s Most Popular Proposal Spots

Words by Jessie Allen

If you’ve been dreaming of proposing in Europe this summer, you’re not alone. New research from global car hire brand Avis found that one in two Britons who get engaged…

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How to Choose the Perfect Destination Wedding Shoes

How to Choose the Perfect Destination Wedding Shoes

Words by Lauren Ertl

To capture that perfect destination wedding aesthetic, you have to think beyond the aisle. You’re planning for a location that likely has its own personality—and its own terrain. The key…

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Destination Weddings in Madeira, Portugal: Europe’s Best Kept Secret

Destination Weddings in Madeira, Portugal: Europe’s Best Kept Secret

Words by Jennifer Stein

Floating in the North Atlantic Ocean like a lush, volcanic mirage, Madeira has quietly become one of Europe’s most compelling destination wedding locations, yet it still feels like a secret….

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Inside Elissar Bridal’s Exclusive NYBFW Presentation

Inside Elissar Bridal’s Exclusive NYBFW Presentation

Words by Lauren Ertl

There is a certain electricity that fills a room when a bride walks out in a dress that was made for her, not just in size, but in spirit. At…

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