Few wedding moments are as emotional as a mother of the bride speech. It’s a chance to celebrate your daughter, welcome her partner into the family, and share your excitement for the life they’re building together. The good news? There isn’t one perfect way to give a wedding toast. Some are heartfelt and emotional. Others are funny and lighthearted. Some are just a few minutes long, while others tell a longer story. What matters most […]
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This NYC Couple Brought Effortless Cool and Fuchsia Pink to a Villa Wedding in Sitges, Spain
Ariella Pasman and Jonathan Paredes didn’t start planning with a specific venue or destination in mind. What they did know was how they wanted the celebration to feel: relaxed, stylish, welcoming, and filled with the people they love most. The Hudson County couple loves to travel, values great food, and wanted their guests to feel like they were part of something special rather than simply attending another formal event. Those priorities eventually led them to […]
The Wedding Hashtag Died. Here’s What Couples Are Doing Instead
Weddings are always evolving. What felt fresh and of-the-moment a decade ago has a funny way of becoming the thing you cringe at in old photos. Ten years ago, ceremonies were full of bowties and suspenders, floral crowns, and Edison bulbs—basically a Lumineers music video come to life. And woven into all of it was the wedding hashtag: that carefully brainstormed, pun-forward mashup of two last names that couples spent real time perfecting. There were […]
A Barefoot Beach Wedding at Golden Hour in Nosara, Costa Rica
By the time Zoe and Pete exchanged vows on the beach at Restaurante La Luna had already become woven into their relationship. The destination had hosted family vacations, memorable trips together, and Pete’s proposal on Playa Guiones. Choosing it as the setting for their Nosara, Costa Rica wedding felt less like a decision and more like the natural next chapter. Their story began on a November night in Aspen when mutual friends introduced them at […]
2026 Best of the Best Destination Photos: Honorable Mention
Yesterday, we revealed the 50 images that made up our 2026 Best of the Best Destination Photo Collection, and the response was fantastic. But here’s the thing about a contest that draws thousands of submissions from photographers all over the world: exceptional work doesn’t stop at 50. Today, we’re sharing the photos that came so close. Our 2026 Honorable Mention Collection is made up of 30 images that moved us, stopped us mid-scroll, and reminded […]
A Wine Country Wedding With Filipino and Japanese Traditions Woven Throughout
Ailyn and Jonathan wanted a wedding that felt elegant without being overly formal. They envisioned a celebration where Filipino and Japanese traditions could blend naturally with colorful florals, great food, family heirlooms, and the relaxed atmosphere of Napa Valley. Their wine country wedding at Brindare Napa brought all of those elements together in a way that felt personal and welcoming. Their story began through a mutual friend while planning a birthday party. Ailyn was helping […]
A Vibrant Indian-Jewish Wedding Weekend at NIZUC Resort & Spa in Cancun
Annie and Rishi met through mutual friends during a night out in Brooklyn. Years later, they found themselves planning a wedding weekend that would bring together Punjabi and Jewish traditions, family history, and guests traveling from New York, San Francisco, and beyond. They knew from the beginning that they wanted more than a single-day celebration. Their vision was a luxury destination wedding weekend where every event felt distinct while still reflecting who they are as […]
An Impossibly Romantic Stonepine Estate Wedding in Carmel Valley
Bridget and Courtney’s love story started at a Lady Gaga-themed drag show at a queer bar in Austin, Texas. Their friend groups happened to overlap that night at Cheer Up Charlie’s, and Bridget asked Courtney on a date the very next day. They’ve been together ever since, building a relationship filled with laughter, great food, and memorable experiences. The biggest challenge wasn’t deciding on colors or decor. It was finding a way to bring together […]
Heartwarming Spring Wedding in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina
For Lindsey and Santi, the most important part of wedding planning wasn’t building a packed timeline or elaborate production. It was creating a space where everyone they loved could gather together and celebrate. After meeting on the first day of freshman year in college, their relationship grew steadily over the years before eventually bringing them to a spring wedding weekend in North Carolina. “We met on the first day of class our freshman year of […]
A Sleek Emerald, Black, and Gold Wedding at Wedgewood Weddings at The Headquarters
For Omani and Noel, the vision was always clear: a wedding that felt elegant, welcoming, and effortlessly put together. Black, emerald green, and gold set the tone for the day, bringing a rich, classic look to every part of the celebration. Their wedding at Wedgewood Weddings at The Headquarters balanced sleek design with family-centered moments, creating a day that looked polished without losing its warmth. The couple met on Tinder and quickly realized how easily […]
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