A private lakeside estate, oversized vintage-inspired lamps hanging from the trees, a 30-meter candy bar wrapped around a majestic tree trunk, and fireworks reflecting across the water—Mariana and Juan’s Lake Chapala wedding made full use of a place that already meant so much to them. Every part of the day unfolded across the estate, from cocktails beneath historic stone arches to an outdoor reception that shifted naturally from golden hour into an evening lit by […]
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This Colorful and Joyful Hotel Moxche Wedding is Sure To Make You Smile
Just as Alexa began reading her vows, the rain arrived. Within moments, the pages in her vow book were soaked, the ink had blurred into watercolor, and guests were opening umbrellas across the rooftop. Instead of moving the ceremony indoors, she and Josh stayed exactly where they were, finishing their vows in the rain before the skies cleared in time for cocktail hour. It was the perfect ending to a wedding built around doing things […]
Yellow and Blue Were The Natural Color Choices for this Summer Pousada Palacio de Estoi Wedding
Blue-and-white Portuguese tiles, lemons picked from the bride’s family garden, a surprise song for devoted Liverpool FC fans, and a cocktail hour that had everyone singing before dinner was even served—Eloise and Josh’s Pousada Palacio de Estoi wedding was filled with details that could only have happened here. Portugal wasn’t just a scenic destination on a map. Eloise’s parents live in the nearby village of Estoi, and she’d imagined getting married at the palace long […]
A Monument in Golden Gate Park Was Reinterpreted Into This Romantic, Neoclassical Wedding Design
Some wedding designers begin with a color palette or floral vision. For Junebug vendor Van der Vows, the creative process often starts with the venue itself. When principal designer and owner Chelsea discovered the Portals of the Past tucked inside Golden Gate Park, she saw more than a historic landmark. As the last remaining fragment of a mansion lost to fire and earthquakes, the monument shaped every creative decision that followed. Flowing silk softened its […]
A Dolomites Elopement That Started at Lago di Braies and Ended With a Helicopter Mountaintop Picnic
There aren’t many weddings that begin on an empty dock at Lago di Braies and end with champagne and cake on a mountaintop accessible only by helicopter. That’s exactly how Alexa and Logan structured their day. They rented out part of the lake before sunrise, exchanged private vows with nobody else around, then spent the evening having a picnic above the clouds in Northern Italy. The couple traveled from Canada to create a day that […]
This Antigua, Guatemala Wedding Blended Colonial Ruins and Tropical Maximalism Perfectly
In Antigua, Guatemala, Ana and Juan hosted the kind of wedding weekend people both gleefully anticipate and talk about long after it’s over. There was a volcano hike with more than 100 guests, an all-white welcome party, a candlelit dinner under the stars, and a reception that ended with a surprise DJ set from the groom. The celebration unfolded between the historic ruins of Santa Clara and the gardens of Villa Bokeh, weaving together music, […]
This Dievole Wedding Proved That Classic and Relaxed Is Always the Right Call in Tuscany
Black, white, and green details, an unforgettable dance floor, and a celebration that gave everyone time to slow down and savor Tuscany at their own pace—Rachel and John’s Dievole wedding was proof that sometimes the best weddings are the ones that don’t try to do too much. Set at a place they first discovered during an early trip together, the day focused on great food, incredible music, and creating an atmosphere where family and friends […]
Wildflowers, Aspens, and Creek Views Made This Mountain Wedding a Garden Party to Remember
A creek running through the property, towering aspens overhead, and colorful florals inspired by summer wildflowers set the scene for Jordan and Kevin’s celebration at Blackstone Rivers Ranch. After moving to Colorado together in 2022, they quickly realized they wanted to get married there too. They envisioned a colorful, relaxed wedding that would also double as a fun weekend away for the friends and family traveling in to celebrate with them. Their story, however, started […]
Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Made the Most Breathtaking Backdrop for This Costa Rica Elopement
Sometimes, all it takes is one slightly awkward question to change everything. Lourdes and Luis first met at a college party, where Luis complimented Lourdes on her hair. The interaction was brief and neither of them thought much of it at the time. Later that same night, they unexpectedly ran into each other again at a local pizzeria. Looking for a way to start a conversation, Luis asked Lourdes for the time, despite already wearing […]
This Scotland Elopement Swapped the Highlands for The Most Charming City Bookstore Ceremony
For many couples planning a Scottish elopement, the first images that come to mind are misty mountains, dramatic Highland landscapes, and iconic tourist spots. But for Rita and Alex, a quieter and more personal experience felt much more like them. The Salt Lake City couple traveled across the UK with Rita’s immediate family, turning their wedding into part of a larger adventure together. Instead of planning an elaborate event from afar, they focused on creating […]