Erika and Michael’s Staten Island wedding was an artistic and contemporary masterpiece. Their day began with a traditional ceremony at St. Ann’s Church, then the party continued in the ultra modern Above Rooftop lounge. The bride and groom wanted their reception to feel like a contemporary art gallery, which they accomplished with crisp grey, silver, and white table settings anchored with the most stunning (and life-like) paper flower centerpieces created by Albesque! The bride also rocked a modern, edgy, and totally romantic […]
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Private Waterfall Elopement in Olympic National Forest
Jacquelyn and Travis set out to have an elopement that perfectly fit their needs, and ended up with a wonderful stress-free wedding in the Olympic National Forest that was calm and full of gorgeous moments! Along with their photographer Kandice Breinholt and their officiant, Jacquelyn and Travis braved the beautiful terrain of the forest for their emotional waterfall elopement, then explored the coastal areas during their passionate post-ceremony photos. The couple might have kept the details of their wedding […]
Luxe Ethereal Egyptian Wedding at La Maison Bleue El Gouna
Aayah and Amr’s Egyptian wedding at La Maison Bleue El Gouna was a true vision of luxurious elegance! With the help of their planner, the couple dreamed up a theme of Ethereal Decadence and saw it come to life with larger-than-life bird cages on the beach, a “dirty pastel” color palette (think: muted oranges, deep pinks, and rich ivories), and traditional Egyptian entertainment like a belly dancer and a Zaffa band. Dani Ford Photography captured every detail of this wedding wonderfully, including […]
Pastel New Zealand Wedding at Kuaotunu Hall
Laura and Jamie’s New Zealand wedding was the epitome of effortlessly chic! The couple had a gorgeous waterfront ceremony at Black Jack Scenic Reserve, and chose Kuaotunu Hall as their reception venue for its informal beachy vibes. Laura’s ultimate style icon is Jane Birkin, so she wore a fabulous crocheted Daughters of Simone gown that was inspired by the fashion icon’s own famous wedding dress! Wanting to channel their own home’s relaxed boho décor, Laura and Jamie decorated their wedding […]
Intimate and Unique Slangkop Lighthouse Wedding in Western Cape, South Africa
Shanleigh and Simon’s lighthouse wedding is sure to have you grinning from start to finish! Both the bride and the groom are photographers by trade and lovers of the ocean, so they knew the nautical, intimate vibes of a wedding inside of a lighthouse would be perfect for them. Wanting to keep the details of their nuptials simple and sweet so they could focus on the intimate moments of their day, the couple opted for […]
Stylish Jamaica Destination Wedding at Half Moon Rock Resort
Samantha and Mike’s beach destination wedding was super chic and covered in tropical greenery! The couple loves to travel and had always dreamed of an intimate wedding, so they chose to have their big day at Half Moon Rock Resort, a stylish full-service resort and wedding venue on the Jamaica coast that perfectly fit their needs. We love how Samantha wore an embellished blush Maggie Sottero gown and boho-inspired barefoot sandals to her waterfront ceremony, then changed into […]
This Understated Jerusalem Wedding at Nafoura Restaurant Took Cues From the Symbolic Olive Branch
Between the narrow brick alleyways that lead to Christ Church Jerusalem and Nafoura Restaurant‘s cozy courtyard reception space, Mia and Benjamin’s wedding in the Holy Land was where old-world charm met modern elegance. The bride (Mia Moessinger), who is a professional wedding photographer and designer, put her creative skills to work by designing nearly every detail, including the flowers, invitations, and even her own dress. The main color inspiration came from the simple and symbolic olive branch, which added a naturally elegant feel […]
Modern Industrial Toronto Wedding at Aperture Room
We’re taking a quick break from the regularly scheduled summer garden party weddings to enjoy some winter wonderland vibes with Devon and Joel’s wedding at Aperture Room in Toronto, Canada! You won’t find any florals, knick knacks, or DIY chalkboard signage here. The bride and groom stuck with a modern aesthetic, using a crisp black and white color palette, minimal greenery, and loads of pillar candles to set the mood. The only pop of color came from the bride’s fabulous […]
Laid-Back Louisiana Wedding with Romantic Vibes at Acadian Village
When we think of wildly romantic Louisiana weddings, our minds usually go straight to New Orleans because of its rich history and eclectic charm. But, after seeing these images of Darian and Logan’s wedding at Acadian Village, we are definitely adding Lafayette to our list of idyllic Louisiana wedding locations! The couple took full advantage of the charming park venue, which featured a quaint wedding chapel, an open-air reception pavilion, and secluded settings for some intimate couple portraits. The combination of […]
Dominican Republic Destination Wedding at The Palms Punta Cana
Coffee and monkeys and pineapples, oh yes! This Dominican Republic beach wedding at The Palms Punta Cana had all of our favorite summer wedding elements and then some! Aisha’s simple and flowing BHLDN dress and Andy’s casual white suit and Hawaiian shirt were perfect for the relaxed island venue. For their decor, they used fresh pineapples, wood planks, white florals, and simple greenery to tap into that classic airy and cool beach vibe. The couple’s only goal was for their guests to […]