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. […]
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A Warm and Wildflower-Filled Portugal Destination Wedding at a Historic Manor
A ski date gone wrong—complete with swapped gear and plenty of falling—was the start of Lauren and Jake’s adventure together. Years later, that same playful spirit shaped a wedding that would take them across the globe to the rolling hills of Portugal. Surrounded by wildflowers, mismatched bridesmaids’ dresses, and the charm of a historic manor, their Portugal destination wedding captured by Junebug photographer Pedro Filipe Fotografia brought 150 loved ones together for a weekend that […]
Tuscany Was the Protagonist and Simplicity the Theme in This Poggio ai Santi Wedding
Some weddings are driven by color palettes or mood boards. For Federica and Riccardo, it was the land itself that shaped the celebration. Set at Poggio ai Santi, a scenic retreat where their relationship quietly deepened, their day unfolded among olive trees, rolling hills, and candlelit tables. With a guest list of just 60 and style choices that prioritized ease and refinement, their Tuscan wedding felt as natural as the setting that inspired it. “We […]
Emotional and Intimate Destination Wedding at a Dreamy Southern Italian Villa
Jamie and Melony Bascom’s love story began with a spark and a few serendipitous missteps. They met in early 2017 through a mutual friend and instantly clicked, but they didn’t exchange numbers. Months later, Jamie spotted Melony again and asked for her number—but his phone died before the call went through. “We kept missing each other,” Jamie shared. “But once I finally reached out on social media and we had our first date, that was […]
16 Guests in the South of France: A Simple & Elegant Dinner Wedding
What happens when you combine the warmth of a close-knit gathering with the breathtaking beauty of Provence? For Karli and Kurt, it meant hosting a South of France wedding that felt more like a vacation with their favorite people than a traditional event. With just 16 guests and a private villa near Toulon as their backdrop, they planned a week-long celebration that was intimate, stylish, and deeply personal. From the start, the couple envisioned something […]
From Monterrey to Florence: A TikTok Makeup Star’s Italian Castle Wedding
When makeup artist and TikTok creator Natalia began dreaming of her wedding, she pictured gelato carts, candlelight, and warm Tuscan air. So after 11 years with her partner Patricio, the couple left their hometown of Monterrey behind and brought that vision to life with an intimate Italian castle wedding at Castello di Bibbione. “I wanted a typical Italian wedding,” Natalia shared. “Warm colors, Italian music, good food and wine—but also something really simple and authentic.” […]
Rain Couldn’t Stop This Chic and Refined Summer Wedding at Middleton Lodge
There’s something undeniably magical about summer weddings in the English countryside—especially when they unfold at a venue as charming as Middleton Lodge. For Kate and Matt, this North Yorkshire estate offered the perfect canvas for their chic, floral-forward vision. They planned a day full of softness, style, and meaning, from a ceremony under the sweeping branches of an ancient oak tree to a saxophone-led afterparty in the cellar. And even when the weather threatened to […]
A Colorado Couple Traded the Rockies for a Tuscan Villa Wedding Big Enough for Everyone
What happens when a couple trades a big hometown bash for an intimate week in the Italian countryside? You get a Tuscan villa wedding like Jack and Allie’s—laid-back, nontraditional, and full of heartfelt moments. Their Italian celebration felt less like a production and more like an experience, surrounded by their closest people in an unforgettable setting. Choosing to host a destination wedding gave them more than just postcard-perfect views. “They realized early in the planning […]
An Effortlessly Elegant Sicily Wedding Inspired by the Mediterranean Landscape
It all started on one of those warm summer nights in Sicily—the air thick with jasmine, the sea just close enough to hear. Edoardo and Charlotte spent hours talking about travel, food, and photography, completely losing track of time. From that night on, they were inseparable. So when it came time to plan their wedding, returning to Sicily felt like the most natural way to honor where it all began. They envisioned a day that […]
Go Inside This Junebug Planner’s Own Dream Indian Wedding in Tuscany
Reshma and Brendan’s Indian wedding in Tuscany was the perfect blend of tradition, intention, and personal flair. Nestled in the heart of the countryside, Il Borro was more than a scenic backdrop. It was the only venue Reshma had in mind. “It’s such a unique place,” she shared. “It’s actually a whole medieval village restored by the Ferragamo family. We rented out the entire village so our guests could have the full Tuscan experience.” She […]