When Kristina and Cristian started planning their elopement, they wanted something beyond the ordinary. Their vision? A day filled with connection, adventure, and the raw beauty of nature. For them, the Italian Dolomites—with their snow-draped peaks and peaceful landscapes—offered the ultimate mountain elopement experience. We’ve featured breathtaking Dolomites weddings and elopements before, but almost always during the warmer months. This couple’s winter adventure reminds us why a snowy elopement is a next-level choice for mountain […]
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Wedding Ideas: Real Weddings
This Historical Maine Wedding Was a Love Letter to Vintage Style, Family Heritage, and Thoughtful Curation
Arissa and Bobby’s love story is full of serendipity, beginning in the same hospital in Portland, Maine, where they were both born. “It only made sense to have our wedding in the state where we were both born and raised.” Their journey started in high school through choir, though they weren’t high school sweethearts. After years of friendship, they began dating when Arissa graduated. “I was college-bound and academically driven above all else,” she recalls, […]
This Pop Diva-Inspired Wedding Included Choreography, Disco Glamor, and Pure Queer Joy
Alessandro and Giulio’s love story began on a magical carnival night in 2012, under the shimmering glow of a mirror ball in a famous Roman nightclub. Dancing to pop diva anthems, they felt an instant connection. “It was a crush. It was love,” they shared. After 12 years of building a life and creating a home together, they decided it was time to celebrate their journey by saying “the fateful yes” in front of their […]
A Floral Rue de Seine Wedding Dress Inspired this Nature-Filled Celebration
When Taylor and Siegen started planning their wedding, they knew one thing for certain: the dress would be the star. Siegen’s stunning floral Rue de Seine wedding dress became the centerpiece of their nature-inspired celebration, shaping everything from the florals to the reception decor. n “It was challenging because Taylor didn’t want to see the dress until the wedding day,” shared Siegen. “He was super hands-off about the dress, but he ended up coordinating so […]
An Intimate Venice Elopement That Focused on Photos, Family, and Creating Memories
For Jade and Ian, the idea of a traditional wedding never quite fit their vision. “We wanted to elope but knew we’d want our children there,” they shared. “So, we decided to just take our nearest and dearest — both mothers, Ian’s sister, and her husband. We planned a wedding party back home to celebrate with everyone else.” “Our vibe was ‘go with the flow. We were very flexible and easygoing with our wedding planning. […]
Style, Symbolism, and Reverence: Inside a Magical Realism Destination Wedding in Oaxaca
When Irene and Davis decided to have their destination wedding in Oaxaca, they wanted more than a picture-perfect day—they wanted to create a story. Inspired by literature, local traditions, and their shared love for art and architecture, their celebration became a breathtaking blend of culture, creativity, and connection. From a serene museum courtyard ceremony to a reception straight out of a dream, every detail reflected their vision and personality. For them, Oaxaca wasn’t just a […]
This Alaskan Elopement Combined Western Traditions and Vietnamese Heritage in Two Stunning First Looks
Grace and Nghia’s Alaskan elopement was a perfect fusion of Western traditions and Vietnamese heritage, making it both breathtakingly epic and deeply personal. Their journey began on Tinder, where Nghia’s persistence paid off despite Grace studying for finals. After a week of him asking her out, they met up for their first date, which included all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu, hours of conversation, and intense rounds of Uno. They now recreate that first date every year on their […]
Bride Rocks Doc Martens in this Chic, DIY Belfast City Hall Wedding
When unforeseen circumstances meant they had to bring their wedding date forward, Aoife and John made a heartfelt choice: to focus on what truly mattered—love, connection, and the people closest to them. Aoife and John’s Belfast City Hall wedding was proof that you don’t need a massive budget or an elaborate plan to create a day that’s uniquely yours—a masterclass in doing more with less. Despite working with a modest budget, they brought their vision […]
Croatian Traditions, Budget Spreadsheets, and a Dream Dress: A Unique Melbourne Wedding That Perfectly Reflected Both Partners
“My dress is more important than the styling.” It might sound like an unusual mantra for a wedding, but for Alana and Paul, it became an iconic inside joke—so much so that they displayed it proudly on a fluted partition wall at their reception. This playful, cheeky attitude perfectly encapsulates who they are as a couple: fun, down-to-earth, and unapologetically themselves. Their unique Melbourne wedding wasn’t just a celebration of their love—it was a creative […]
This Couple Flew Their Hometown Pastor to Florence for a Heartfelt Italian Destination Wedding
Davis and Michael’s heartfelt Italian destination wedding was a celebration of love, family, and tradition set in the breathtaking Villa Corsini. “We wanted a colorful yet sophisticated garden wedding, and the villa’s views of olive groves and vineyards made it the perfect choice,” the couple shared. Its close proximity to Florence made it even better, giving their guests plenty of nearby accommodation options and a short, scenic ride to the venue on the big day. […]
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