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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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How to Elope in the Italian Dolomites: A Guide to Planning & Flexibility

How to Elope in the Italian Dolomites: A Guide to Planning & Flexibility

Words by Kinsley Brown

For couples seeking a “fairytale book” landscape for their elopements, few places rival the Dolomites. Follow along on this real couple’s wedding day journey for a real-world guide on how…

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Sugarfina Founders Wed at Acre Resort in Los Cabos

Sugarfina Founders Wed at Acre Resort in Los Cabos

Words by Olivia Curley

Some love stories begin with a single image. For Rosie, it was a photo she stumbled across on Match.com in 2010, a snapshot of Josh laughing with his three children….

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Hayley Paige is Back in Bridal And Ready to REIN

Hayley Paige is Back in Bridal And Ready to REIN

Words by Lauren Ertl

There are comebacks, and then there is Hayley Paige’s return to the runway. When she walked out at New York Bridal Fashion Week this spring to close her REIN presentation,…

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Tips for Planning a Meaningful Farewell Destination Brunch

Tips for Planning a Meaningful Farewell Destination Brunch

Words by Meghan Ely

One of the best parts of a destination wedding is that it doesn’t have to end after just one day. Enter the farewell brunch. This next-day gathering has become a…

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5 Unexpected Venues in the U.S. for an Immersive Wedding Experience

5 Unexpected Venues in the U.S. for an Immersive Wedding Experience

Words by Jennifer Stein

Unexpected destination wedding venues are the new gold standard for couples seeking a truly personal celebration. Instead of defaulting to traditional ballrooms, this era’s most memorable weddings are taking place…

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