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Debunking Misconceptions About Recycled Wedding Rings
Debunking Misconceptions About Recycled Wedding Rings
Words by Lauren Ertl
As we all do our best to keep the environment in mind when planning milestone events like a destination wedding, the spotlight turns to conscious choices that extend beyond the…
Costa Rica Chapel Wedding with a Volcano View
Costa Rica Chapel Wedding with a Volcano View
Words by Jessie Allen
If you ask Clara and Matt about the start of their love story, it begins with a snowstorm, a musical, and a Chipotle burrito. (Yes, really.) Their first meeting happened…
Wellness Before “I Do”: How Couples Can Reset with Intention
Wellness Before “I Do”: How Couples Can Reset with Intention
Words by Jennifer Stein
In a world where wedding planning can often feel like a high-stakes sprint rather than a joyful journey, Angela Proffitt is on a mission to rewrite the narrative. Known for…
Glamorous Island Wedding on St. Barths
Glamorous Island Wedding on St. Barths
Words by Kinsley Brown
When Jennifer and Dave decided to tie the knot, they knew one thing for certain: a one-day, ballroom-back-home situation just wasn’t their style. “We wanted to celebrate our love for…
Navigating Grief While Planning Your Wedding
Navigating Grief While Planning Your Wedding
Words by Jessie Allen
Weddings are a time of joy, love, and new beginnings—but for many, they also stir up a quiet undercurrent of grief. Whether it’s the absence of a parent, the loss…
Chic Tropical Wedding at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
Chic Tropical Wedding at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
Words by Lauren Ertl
For Steve and Melvine (Mely), a traditional hometown wedding just wasn’t going to cut it. “We felt that you only get married once, and we wanted our wedding to be…
7 Tips for Multicultural Destination Weddings
7 Tips for Multicultural Destination Weddings
Words by Zameenah Mckoy
Planning a destination wedding comes with exciting possibilities—but for some couples, it also entails a meaningful responsibility: honoring both the bride and groom’s heritage. For bride Danielle and her partner Osaheni,…
LGBTQ Wedding Photoshoot in Greece
LGBTQ Wedding Photoshoot in Greece
Words by Lauren Ertl
To mark the start of Pride Month 2025, planner and designer Cybelle Maalouf of Kiveli Weddings partnered with photographer Constantinos Oikonomou and a talented team of creatives to produce a…
Heartfelt Wedding at Isla Bella Beach Resort
Heartfelt Wedding at Isla Bella Beach Resort
Words by Jessie Allen
When wedding photographer Leah set out to plan her own wedding, her goal was clear: to create a meaningful and impactful experience. With a blend of vibrant color, intentional details,…
Wedding Inspiration at Lake Como’s Iconic Villa Pizzo
Wedding Inspiration at Lake Como’s Iconic Villa Pizzo
Words by Kristi Blane
There are few places in the world as effortlessly romantic as Lake Como. With its glassy blue waters, lush hillsides, and storybook villas, it’s no wonder couples flock to this…