A Bright, Pink and Neutral Beach Wedding at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples in Naples, Florida

Inspired by a shipwreck and complete with a treasure chest, Jaime Martuscello (33 and a physical therapist) and Andy Martuscello’s (33 and in biotech) colorful wedding puts a fun twist on their beach theme. The couple started their day at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples in Naples, Florida, with a beach ...

A Classic, Romantic Wedding at Vue in Columbus, Ohio

Brenda Rindler (28, a medical device sales representative) and Alonzo Jefferson (23, a medical assistant) met after the fireworks on the 4th of July in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Once the show was over, the two caught each other’s attention as Brenda was on her way to a nearby bar. Alonzo followed ...

A Traditional, Rustic Wedding at Harrington Farm in Princeton, Massachusetts

Brianna Craite (27 and a speech language pathologist) and Benjamin Brown’s (28 and a sales professional) wedding was the perfect balance of New England charm and rustic elegance. While the Washington, DC-based couple initially wanted a destination affair, the logistics of planning a wedding from ...

A Romantic, Classic Wedding at Antrim 1844 Country House Hotel in Taneytown, Maryland

Alison Mogar (26 and bartender and student) and Christopher Hunt (34 and an accountant) met while both working at a local restaurant in Maryland. Soon their summer romance turned into a more serious relationship and, five years later, Chris proposed. While visiting family in Scotland, Alison and ...

A Bright, Romantic Wedding at Buhl Mansion in Sharon, Pennsylvania

Anna Baker (21 and a ballerina) and Jeffrey "JT" Baker (22 and an ironworker) wanted their wedding to be timeless, and they weren't afraid to use bright colors to do just that. Shades of mint, light blue and pink filled the bill for their classically styled summer celebration at Buhl Mansion in S...

A Classic Destination Wedding at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa in Maui, Hawaii

Desiree Hunter (27 and a product manager) and Aaron Navarrete (27 and a banker) had a classic wedding with all the traditional fixings, just at a destination location: the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa in Maui, Hawaii. "Maui offers so much with its beautiful scenery, hospitality and ambience,...

A Traditional Garden Wedding at Estates of Sunnybrook in Toronto, Ontario

Marie-Claire Hartt (26 and a customer service representative) and Patrick Dubreuil (24 and an IT consultant) held their wedding at Estates of Sunnybrook in Toronto, Ontario, right beside where they met for the first time. The ceremony was held outdoors, and was English/French bilingual to honor b...

An Old World, Elegant Wedding at Sentinel Hotel in Portland, Oregon

Get ready to be swept up by Old World charm at first glance of this romantic wedding, which took place inside the luxurious halls of the historic Sentinel Hotel in Portland, Oregon. "The historic hotel fit perfect with our elegant look," Patricia Narvaez (31 and a community social worker) says of...

A Classic Wedding at Callippe Preserve Golf Course in Pleasanton, California

After searching high and low for an ideal location to hold their classic wedding, Allison Fitzsimon (28 and a pediatric physical therapist) and Ryan Dorsey (29 and a student) stumbled across the Callippe Preserve Golf Course in Pleasanton, California, and fell in love with the outdoor location th...

A Bright Guava and Blue Wedding at Beach House in Pensacola Beach, Florida

This Malibu blue and guava palette puts a bright spin on Allison Villarreal (25 and a call-center representative) and Josh Lewis’s (28 and a call-center representative) intimate wedding. “We wanted the colors to show that we are all about happiness,” Allison says. On their wedding day, it did jus...

A Simple Wedding at Highland Manor in Apopka, Florida

Between the custom-meets-DIY wedding dress and venue-inspired decor, this celebration was filled with personal and unexpected details. Emily Fedel (24 and a teacher) and Matthew Fedel (27 and a supply-chain analyst) started the day with a spiritual ceremony under a more than 100-year-old oak tree...

A Garden-Style Wedding at Private Residence in Lakeland, Florida

Between the lush bouquets, low centerpieces and ivy-covered wall, Morgan Miller (29 and an administrative assistant) and Gregory McDaniel’s (33 and a master sergeant in the US Air Force) wedding felt like a garden. Rising Lotus Photography captured every lavender, pink and white detail as they s...

A Simple Outdoor Wedding at Degas House in New Orleans, Louisiana

Daria Mazey (a water-resources planner) and Jason Ide (a union official) put their own spin on a New Orleans, Louisiana, wedding for a day filled with unexpected details. “New Orleans, where Jason grew up, is such an incredible place with a charm and feel of its own, so we wanted to honor and acc...

A Modern Same-Sex Wedding at Firehouse Chicago in Chicago, Illinois

James Scalzitti (48 and a deputy communications director) and Stephen Loch (41 and an actor) got married the day after the Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage. To mark their marriage and this historic moment, the couple planned a modern celebration at Firehouse Chicago, a loft-style event v...

A Rustic, Romantic Wedding at Silverleaf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona

Nicole Carpenter (25 and a medical aesthetician) and Derek Formsma (30 and a sales manager) toured Silverleaf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, with Derek’s family during a spontaneous layover in Arizona, and when it came time for them to choose a wedding venue, this place was on their minds. The rust...

An Elegant, Vintage-Inspired Wedding at Twin Oaks House & Garden Estate in San Marcos, California

This vintage-inspired wedding looked like it came straight out of a storybook, thanks to whimsical and crafty elements that decorated the mansion and surrounding grounds at Twin Oaks House & Garden Estate in San Marcos, California. Bree Jourdan (28 and a scientific writer) and Nash Galster (2...

A DIY Firefly-Inspired Wedding at the Stan Mansion in Chicago, Illinois

For their wedding, Carlee Weimer (28 and a specialty-foods department assistant manager) and Daniel McCartney (29 and a produce department assistant manager) planned an intimate, laid-back affair with lots of personal touches. “Our entire wedding was crafted by our friends and loved ones, so it r...

A Plum and Gold Classic Wedding at Crystal Springs Golf Course in Burlingame, California

Angela Bloomquist (25 and a general manager) and Chris Owens (25 and a construction project engineer) attended the same junior high school and started dating at age 13. They dated consistently throughout high school and college and, on their 10-year anniversary, the couple celebrated by taking a ...

An Elegant Ballroom Wedding at Ceresville Mansion in Frederick, Maryland

Iva Stanic and Julio Stanic loved the elegant style of Ceresville Mansion in Frederick, Maryland, which brought back great memories of the many bed-and-breakfasts they've stayed at. Their romantic palette of pink and white with touches of gold blended in nicely with the venue space at large—accen...

A Rustic Outdoor Wedding at Kindred Oaks in Georgetown, Texas

The wedding of Lauren Hanson and Adam Goodale incorporated all their favorite things with Texas and rustic-style details. They got married at Kindred Oaks in Georgetown, Texas, for its gorgeous setting and convenient location, which easily accommodated their 200 guests. Donna of Ame Soeur Events ...

A Rustic Winter Wedding at King Family Vineyards in Crozet, Virginia

Krista Edelman (29 and a physician) and Carter Cowardin (31 and a health-care administrator) always knew they wanted a winter wedding. "In the summer, weekends are busy with weddings, graduations and fun family trips, but I knew in the winter our guests would be less likely to have as many other ...

A Classic Wedding With a Modern Twist at the Center in Cincinnati, Ohio

Although Jamie Gentile (28 and an ENT surgeon) and Jeff Welshhans (35 and a general surgeon) chose a classic theme for their wedding, they envisioned the traditional look within a modern space for their reception—exactly what they found at the Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. "The venue was an old con...

A Traditional Wedding at the Downtown Club in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

For their traditional, fall wedding, Rachel Messina (28 and in marketing) and Jeffrey King (28 and a sound engineer) made sure it was all about the music. “Jeff is a musician, and I am a fan,” Rachel says. “It seemed appropriate that music should be the theme.” The pros at Leaves of Grass took c...