A Multi-Heritage Wedding in Malibu

Love stories are often written in the most unexpected ways, and Darren and Nima’s journey to the altar was no exception. Meeting online through Match, their connection blossomed despite a brief hiccup. “We met online on Match. Nima likes to remind me that I ‘ghosted’ him after some online chat for a few months,” Darren…

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Beautiful Cliffside Destination Wedding at La Venta Inn

April and Chic recently embarked on their own journey to create a remarkable wedding experience. Read along as we delve into their story and explore the details of their beautiful cliffside California destination wedding. “We met during our nursing school years,” April recalls fondly. Their connection, forged through shared experiences and a mutual passion for…

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Planning Tips for LGBTQ Couples

Bernadette Coveney Smith, wedding planner and LGBTQ wedding expert, weighed in on her top tips for pulling off the destination wedding of your dreams while hopefully avoiding any unnecessary complications. (Standing on the shores in front of the Thompson Zihuatanejo, models Alex Watson and Laura Persons are stunning in gowns by Watters, hair and makeup by Nicole…

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A Tropical Paradise Wedding at Hyatt Zilara Cancun

Love often finds its way into our lives unexpectedly, and for Lee and Vincent, it was no different. Their extraordinary journey from strangers on a volleyball court to best friends and finally, soulmates, culminated in a breathtaking destination wedding. In an exclusive interview, the couple shared their heartfelt story and the joys of planning a…

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Ideas For Personalizing Your Queer Wedding

Personalizing your queer destination wedding is an excellent way to infuse your identity, values, and love story into the celebration. We explore some creative ideas to help you make your wedding truly unique and tailored to your individuality below: Choose an LGBTQ-friendly Destination Selecting a destination that is known for its LGBTQ-friendly atmosphere is the…

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Cabo San Lucas Gay Wedding

Mike and Andres standing at the altar

Mike and Andres met during their second year at Harvard Business School. They had mutual friends who decided to go on a fun little trip to the coast of Provincetown, MA. According to the couple, that was the day their friendship blossomed.   “We were inseparable given our mutual love of late-night food, traveling abroad,…

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Celebrating LGBT Marriage with Robbins Brothers

people holding hands

In our continued celebration of Pride Month, we chatted with Robbins Brothers VP of Merchandising, Sue Hopeman. As a member of the LGBT community herself, Sue talks about how she’s seen the diamond/jewelry industry evolve over time to be more inclusive. Sue also speaks about how she and her wife bypassed Western wedding traditions to…

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A Seaside Space for LGBTQIA+ Nuptials

It’s June, which means it’s Pride Month! Ahead of the festivities, reaching out to share information on La Venta Inn, one of Southern California’s most beautiful and inclusive seaside venues that’s perfect for LGBTQIA+ couples looking to tie the knot in tranquility! Since reopening the historic property in late 2021 following a complete refresh, operator and exclusive caterer,…

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Cabo San Lucas Same-Sex Wedding

Mike and Andres met during their second year at Harvard Business School. They had mutual friends who decided to go on a fun little trip to the coast of Provincetown, MA. According to the couple, that was the day their friendship blossomed. “We were inseparable given our mutual love of late-night food, traveling abroad, and…

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Enchanted Charleston LGBTQ Wedding

Stephanie and her partner, Ashley, were vacationing in Charleston when they decided to go to the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens for a tour. The moment they arrived, Stephanie turned to Ashley and said, “This is it. This is the place we are getting married.” The Spanish moss trees in Magnolia Gardens provide a whimsical, natural…

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