Amanda and Parsa met on Hinge in the summer of 2020 while staying with their families in Orange County. Their early days were spent like teenagers—on beaches, hikes, and outdoor dinners—before both returned to New York. By July 2021, they officially began dating, realizing they were the happiest when coming home to each other. “We’re wildly compatible travel partners,” Amanda shared. “And it doesn’t hurt that our parents are now best friends.” When it came […]
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Wedding Ideas: Real Weddings
Garden Ceremony and Michelin-Star Dining in this Piedmont Italy Wedding
When Diana and Henry first met as colleagues in Colorado during the summer of 2017, they both felt an instant spark. But instead of rushing into something, they allowed their connection to unfold over time. “He was patient and persistent in the most gentle, respectful way,” Diana recalled. What won her over wasn’t just Henry’s quiet determination, but also his passion for life, fearless pursuit of dreams, and genuine kindness. Together, they built a relationship […]
Europe Comes to Australia in this Gothic Sydney Wedding
What began with the exchange of a heavy medical textbook grew into daily car rides to university and, eventually, more than a decade of love. For Melissa and Dylan, those early, ordinary moments became the foundation of a relationship that carried them through final exams, family hardships, and a pandemic. In May 2023, Dylan proposed in the exact spot they first said “I love you,” leading to a gothic-inspired Sydney wedding that beautifully blended European […]
Sedona Micro Wedding Blending Family, Adventure, and Breathtaking Red Rock Views
Some love stories start in the most ordinary places. For Rachel and Ryan, it was a summer job at their local AMC movie theater that brought them together. Ryan was training Rachel as part of her onboarding, and while they dated casually back then, life soon pulled them in different directions. Rachel left for college out of state, but they kept in touch over the next few years. It wasn’t until later, when they had […]
A Brooklyn Restaurant Wedding Defined by Urban Sophistication and Japanese Minimalism
While South Florida offers its own distinct beauty, Floridian couple Audrey and Keith set their sights on a New York City destination wedding, instead. After 13 years together since meeting in college, they envisioned a day that balanced the sophistication of a classy New York wedding with the laid-back charm of Brooklyn. Their choice? A Brooklyn restaurant wedding at Rule of Thirds, where Japanese minimalism, plant-filled interiors, and unforgettable food set the perfect stage for […]
An Acre Resort Cabo Wedding with Desert Tones and Effortless Elegance
Catherine and Spenser’s story began with a Hinge match and a first date that felt instantly familiar. From there, their relationship took off. Filled with shared adventures, travel, and plenty of music. After getting engaged in one of their favorite places in Utah, they began planning a wedding that felt just as personal and easygoing as their connection. With the natural beauty of Acre Resort Cabo as their backdrop, they created a relaxed, design-forward celebration […]
This Alabama Wedding Was a Modern and Effortless Celebration of Home
Some love stories take years to unfold. Others begin with a swipe and a spark. For Chloe and Haley, it started during the thick of 2020. Texting through lockdowns, followed by a first date at a coffee shop in Haley’s hometown. “We finished our coffees and talked until the streetlights came on,” they shared. Just two weeks later, they were officially a couple. Different in many ways but open from the beginning, they found […]
A Romantic Vineyard Wedding in Portugal’s Enchanting Douro Valley
When Meagan and Cody got engaged in Portugal, they left with more than a ring. They left with a dream. The country’s beauty, culture, and colors captivated them so deeply that they decided to return with their closest loved ones for a wedding unlike any other. Their vineyard wedding in Portugal’s Douro Valley was intimate, vibrant, and deeply personal, blending the timeless charm of azulejos blue tiles with golden sunset light and heartfelt family moments. […]
From Catamaran to Villa—A Wedding Weekend in St. Thomas With a Refined Aesthetic
Some love stories begin with a spark, others with a softball team invitation. When Hannah walked into a job interview, she didn’t expect to meet her future husband. But there was Josh, asking if she’d join their company team, immediately putting her at ease. Though Hannah was planning to move across the country soon, she and Josh couldn’t ignore their connection. What started as a work friendship turned into long-distance love. And eventually, Josh made […]
A Luxe Neutral Palette Brought Quiet Sophistication to This Secrets Akumal Wedding
Some love stories start with chance. For Oge and Ezeugo, it began with persistence. The summer before their senior year, they were both interning in San Francisco—Ezeugo’s least favorite city, and ironically, the place that introduced him to his favorite person. He spotted Oge’s photo in a mutual GroupMe chat, asked a friend for an introduction, and got a firm “Trust me, bro, you don’t want those problems.” Luckily, he disagreed. He worked his way […]
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