A destination wedding can be a wonderful opportunity to get away with a group of your close friends and family. In this week's Real Wedding, photographed by Ben Chrisman Photography, that is exactly what the bride and groom, Kay and Thomas, decided to do. The couple and their loved ones jetted off to Costa Rica in February for this multi-cultural colorful tropical celebration with traditions from Taiwan and Norway.

Yesterday we showed you Cherise and Aaron’s amazing rehearsal dinner, and today we are delighted to bring you their breathtaking real wedding and reception. Not a detail went unnoticed in the exquisite wedding photography by Elizabeth Messina, and from the colors and decor to the cake and the dress, we are captivated by their romantic wedding! The Goals: This timeless and elegant event was born from Cherise and Aaron’s desire to have a celebration that […]

This week’s Real Wedding of Jana and Greg, was a joyous occasion and a brilliant combination of all the things that make this couple unique – from their love of music to their passion for all things eco-friendly, the entire event was a creative celebration of their shared lives. Held on a beautiful Seattle day last fall and photographed by John and Joseph Photography we’re loving this peek into their big day! The Goals: Jana […]

Elizabeth and Sean’s September wedding, shot by top photographer Ivan Franchet at the private Chateau St. Julien, was a fairytale wedding done in the French-style. Weve been head-over-heels in love with this magical place for six years, ever since we spent a week there photographing the wedding of our own dear friend and Art Director, Kim Bamberg, and her husband, Adam. This weekend Kim is taking off to the chateau again to participate in what […]

From the bride’s shoes to the design of the reception, this week’s Real Wedding was a highly glamorous and stylish affair. Jeanette and Adrian’s wedding, photographed by Eric Uys Photography on a picture perfect day in South Africa last November, combined both classic and modern elements, creating a dazzling atmosphere that simply makes us swoon! The Goals: Jeanette and Adrian wanted a garden wedding with a fresh, clean, romantic look. Searching for a venue that […]

Lucy and Matt’s fall wedding, on a cold but beautifully sunny day last October, was a charming mixture of rustic, Pacific Northwest-inspired details and personal touches from the couple and their close friends and family. Photographed by Sean Flanigan Photography, this sweet mountain wedding makes us smile every time we look at it. The Goals: After being together for ten years, and living in five different cities together, Lucy and Matt had a wonderful group […]

This week’s Real Wedding is a treat for the eyes! Veronique and Yann’s Newport Beach wedding, photographed by Judy Tran and Gavin Holt of Judy Photography, was a whimsical and imaginative French-inspired fete. Incorporating all of the things this couple sincerely loves and is passionate about in life, it’s easy to see the thought that went into each and every detail of this stunning celebration. The goals: Veronique and Yann wanted their special day last […]

Marcy and Danny’s October 31st wedding in Oaxaca, Mexico, combined a spirited wedding celebration with unique Day of the Dead traditions to create an incredibly fun and personal event. Photographed by Roberto Valenzuela, this intimate destination wedding, with just 32 guests, captured our hearts and our attention with its rich colors and meaningful style. The goals: More than anything, Marcy and Danny wanted their wedding to be unique and for their guests to have fun. […]