This Retro-Inspired California Wedding at Skyview Los Alamos Kicked Off With a Pool Party
Both the East and West Coasts hold immense meaning for Kellen Schefter (36 and a clean energy professional) and Philip (Phil) Javellana (38 and a nonprofit professional). Though the couple has roots in Washington, DC, where they live, they serendipitously met in Los Angeles and got engaged in San...
The Couple Honored Their Chinese Heritage at This Giracci Vineyards Wedding in Silverado, California
Tony and Susan wanted to host a wedding where "both younger and older guests would be able to enjoy delicious food and have a great time." To do just that, the couple booked Giracci Vineyards in Silverado, California, to serve as a picturesque mountain vineyard backdrop for their fun wedding cele...
This Couple Chose a Soft Apricot Palette for Their Wedding at Cordiano Winery in Escondido, California
Haley and Armin tied the knot with a romantic apricot-hued wedding at Cordiano Winery in Escondido, California, near San Diego. "Our wedding was an intimate gathering that came together in a matter of a few months," recalls Haley. "This may sound extremely cheesy, but the inspiration was truthful...
A Vibrant Emerald-and-Coral Wedding at The Vinoy Renaissance in St. Petersburg, Florida
Rachel and Eric's wedding at The Vinoy Renaissance in St. Petersburg, Florida, was bold and beautiful. The couple selected a vibrant emerald-and-coral color palette that informed much of the big day's aesthetic. "Our wedding day was amazing," recalls Rachel. "I had always envisioned an elegant bl...
This Eclectic Rooftop Wedding at The Line Hotel in Washington, DC, Had the Couple Jumping for Joy
To celebrate their love story, which began with a "New Girl"-worthy meet-cute, Julia and Randy welcomed guests to the rooftop of The Line Hotel in Washington, DC, for an eclectic tented wedding reception with a colorful palette and iconic downtown views. Although the COVID-19 pandemic forced the ...
A Desert Sunset Inspired This Wedding at The Living Desert Zoo and Garden in Palm Desert, California
For their interfaith wedding in Palm Dessert, California, Haley and Brian let the area's natural beauty, especially the picturesque sunsets that blanket the desert at night, inspire the look of their celebration at The Living Desert Zoo and Garden. "We were truly inspired by the beautiful mountai...
Epic Pacific Ocean Views Filled This Boho Wedding at Dos Pueblos Orchid Farm in Goleta, California
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and Jake's career in the Navy, Rebecca and Jake were forced to pivot their wedding plans numerous times. However, despite the planning changes they encountered in the lead-up to their wedding, the celebration the couple ultimately had at Dos Pueblos Orchid Farm in...
Citrus Filled Every Part of This Bright Private Residence Microwedding in Coachella, California
Brittany Steinmann (31 and an entrepreneur and clothing business owner) and Derrick Williams (31 and a regional sales executive) returned to the town of Coachella for their wedding since their relationship began at the iconic music festival. But this time, they were joined by only 18 loved ones, ...
A Rainbow-Inspired Color Palette Wowed at This Devil's Thumb Ranch Wedding in the Colorado Rockies
Color, and lots of it, was the name of the game at Gaby and Jake's wedding in the mountains of Tabernash, Colorado, at Devil's Thumb Ranch. "We wanted to have a PARTY. We were successful in that mission. We chose bright happy colors reflective of our Latin heritage and a good time," says Gaby of ...
This Couple Included Hot Sauce Favors in Their Jewel Tone Wedding at Toledo Country Club in Ohio
For Amanda and Stephen's Ohio wedding at the Toledo Country Club, a rich color palette of jewel tones inspired much of the day. "Our main inspiration was a jewel tone palette! We really wanted the colors to be vibrant, fun, and most of all, look beautiful on our bridesmaids. Each color was picked...
An Intimate 7-Person Private Estate Minimony in California
After the COVID-19 pandemic forced Tiffany and James to scale back their original plans for a large wedding in northern California, they opted for an intimate vow exchange in the backyard of Tiffany's childhood home with only her brother and both sets of parents in attendance. "The pandemic meant...
Sunflowers Were Central to This Portofino Hotel Wedding in Redondo Beach, California
"We wanted our colors to be joyful," Deja Lewis and Michiah Baker recall of the inspiration for their blue-and-yellow wedding at Redondo Beach's Portofino Hotel. Embracing a, "California Chic meets Georgia Charm," theme, the couple incorporated teal, Deja's favorite color, with varied shades of b...
A Bohemian Pastel-Hued Microwedding at The Barn at Willow Brook in Leesburg, Virginia
Chelsea and Mike's bohemian microwedding at The Barn at Willow Brook in Leesburg, Virginia, was a prime reminder that minimonies, elopements and microweddings can still be personal, over-the-top and packed with dreamy details. While the COVID-19 pandemic forced Chelsea and Mike to postpone their ...
A Vibrant Orange-and-Navy Wedding at the Kimpton Brice Hotel in Savannah, Georgia
For their Southern wedding, Desiree and Pedro chose a bright, vibrant aesthetic to complement their romantic garden ceremony while highlighting the cheerful nature of the day. "We both are drawn to classic looks with a modern twist in our day to day lives and wanted to carry that over into the we...
The Helipad Atop Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Made for Epic Portraits at This Houston Wedding
While the COVID-19 pandemic affected Tristan and Rachel's wedding plans, the couple maintained a strong perspective throughout their planning process. "COVID-19 has taken a lot away from many, but not love, not our moment," they share. "Tristan and Rachel went back and forth for MONTHS wondering ...
Building 177 Provided The Perfect Blank Canvas for This Minimal Wedding in San Diego, California
For Gabriella and Louie's modern, minimalist wedding at BLDG 177 in San Diego, California, a subtle-yet-bohemian color palette of beige, caramel and rose brought the understated affair to life. "For our wedding theme, we wanted to go for something modern with touches of whimsical feelings. We cho...
The "Harry Potter" Series Inspired This Wedding at Hempstead House in New York
Stephanie Lee (25 and a marketing director) and Jonathan Segarra (28 and a cameraman) are serious Harry Potter fans, so they went all-out Hogwarts for their wedding at the Hempstead House. “Our venue did the majority of the work, but we wanted to nod to the series in everything we did,” Stephanie...
A Sunshine-Inspired, Summer Wedding at Stonebridge Country Club in Smithtown, New York
“I wanted to make everyone smile,” Caly Meyers (28 and an HR and volunteer manager) says of planning a joyous, sunshine-themed summer wedding to Jay Mixa (33 and a web developer). Yellow blooms and cheery striped table linens marked the day. Ceremony programs simply stated “you are my happy,” and...
A Vibrant Mexican-Themed Wedding at the Belmont Hotel in Dallas, Texas
Using a colorful Mexican blanket for inspiration, Viviana Belmares (24 and a textile designer) and Dustin McKay (25 and a fire systems inspector) blended her Hispanic heritage and the couple’s love of Texas for a vibrant “Texican” theme. The outdoor celebration at the Belmont Hotel in Dallas, Tex...
A Relaxed, Rustic Wedding at Mountain Top Inn & Resort in Chittenden, Vermont
rn Liz Schindler (27 and a medical student) and Sam Perzanowski (27 and a visual effects artist) are both laid-back people who love flannel, the woods, and their friends and family. "We just wanted everyone to feel at home with us and have a great time dancing the night away," ...
A Romantic Summer Wedding at Whitehall Manor in Bluemont, Virginia
Jessica Spragg (27 and an account manager) and Bryce Morrison (26 and a marketing director) incorporated a variety of bright spring and summer colors for their romantic wedding: coral, peach, mint and chartreuse. Flowers played a key role in the wedding decor; the bouquets were filled with Jessic...
A Classic Summer Wedding at Oswego Lake Country House in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Katie Schoen (28, in public relations) and Bryan Schoen (28, a product manager) went to the same junior high school, but didn’t get to know each other until they were reconnected through their mutual friends who were dating. The couple set Katie and Bryan up, and the rest was history. The couple ...
A Rustic Barn Wedding at Heritage Park Historical Village in Alberta, Canada
After a romantic Paris engagement, Sarah (26, a Commercial Interior Designer) and Darren (28, an Electrical Engineer) knew they wanted their wedding to be at a site where they could hold the ceremony and reception together in the same space. The couple decided on Heritage Park Historical Village ...