Some wedding designers begin with a color palette or floral vision. For Junebug vendor Van der Vows, the creative process often starts with the venue itself. When principal designer and owner Chelsea discovered the Portals of the Past tucked inside Golden Gate Park, she saw more than a historic landmark. As the last remaining fragment of a mansion lost to fire and earthquakes, the monument shaped every creative decision that followed. Flowing silk softened its […]
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Wedding Ideas: Historic Venue Wedding
This Antigua, Guatemala Wedding Blended Colonial Ruins and Tropical Maximalism Perfectly
In Antigua, Guatemala, Ana and Juan hosted the kind of wedding weekend people both gleefully anticipate and talk about long after it’s over. There was a volcano hike with more than 100 guests, an all-white welcome party, a candlelit dinner under the stars, and a reception that ended with a surprise DJ set from the groom. The celebration unfolded between the historic ruins of Santa Clara and the gardens of Villa Bokeh, weaving together music, […]
This Castello Odescalchi Bracciano Wedding Embraces Italian Glamour with a Modern Touch
Edoardo and Federica didn’t have to look far for the heart of their wedding. They found it in the places that already meant something to them—starting in Umbria, where they were both born, raised, and still live today. Having known each other for years, their relationship developed gradually, without a clear starting point, which made their decision to marry feel like a natural continuation rather than a turning point. When they started planning, they weren’t […]
Chicago Firehouse Wedding Full of Bookish Charm, Celestial Details, and Antique Treasures
Isa and Andrew’s Chicago Firehouse wedding came together the same way their relationship did: quickly, instinctively, and without much second-guessing. After meeting at work, what started as “hours of loitering at each other’s desks and dodging HR’s watchful eye” turned into something immediate. “This wasn’t a slow burn office romance,” they shared. “It was a ‘when you know, you know’ kind of connection, and we both immediately knew.” That certainty carried straight into their wedding […]
This Baroque-Inspired Editorial at Schloss Hof Proves Historic Venues Don’t Require Traditional Weddings
There’s something special about getting married somewhere with history—but does that mean your wedding has to feel traditional too? This Schloss Hof editorial shows a different way to approach it. With a mix of soft details and bold design choices, the team reimagined a baroque setting in a way that feels current, creative, and full of personality. Led by Junebug vendor and planner Elisabeth Cardich of A Very Beloved Wedding, the concept focused on contrast: […]
An Elegant Minimalist Wedding in Syracuse Woven with Indian Tradition
Some weddings start with a checklist. Others begin with a feeling you can’t quite put into words yet. For Rylie and Joshua, their wedding in Syracuse came down to a simple idea: keep things refined, intentional, and true to who they are. They leaned toward soft color, clean lines, and venues that already had presence, letting those elements guide the day instead of layering on more. Their story came together just as naturally. They had […]
A Candlelit Night Wedding in the Renovated Ruins of Merida’s Hacienda Tamchen
Carol and Dan always knew they wanted a wedding that felt intimate and connected to its surroundings. They found exactly that in Merida, where historic charm and quiet elegance naturally set the tone. Their story began in the most unassuming way. Although they worked in the same building, they were little more than familiar faces passing each other in the halls until one day, a chance encounter at the office snack machine changed everything. What […]
Burgundy Blooms, Crystal Chandeliers, and Custom Couture: A Sicily Destination Wedding Draped in Old-World Romance
Picture golden-hour light spilling across sun-washed stone walls, crystal chandeliers swaying gently above a courtyard, and long tables filled with laughter beneath the Sicilian sky. For Carolina and Taylor, their Sicily destination wedding was designed to feel immersive and romantic.Set at the breathtaking Dimora delle Balze, their celebration unfolded over three days in Sicily, where thoughtful design, standout fashion, and long evenings with loved ones set the tone for the weekend. It felt like the […]
A Magical Jewish Celebration at One of Our Favorite Mexico City Venues
Golden light, towering florals, and the sound of live music drifting through a historic courtyard set the tone for Gabriela and Karl’s unforgettable celebration at this breathtaking Mexico City wedding venue. Their celebration was not just a single day, but a meaningful chapter in a love story shaped over years and cities. Although they shared the same summer camp and university, their real connection began later, when Gabriela was living in New York and […]
Immersive Mexico Wedding with a Spiral Temple Ceremony and Cave Reception
Cindy and Jesse imagined a wedding that felt intentional, modern, and deeply atmospheric—a celebration shaped by design, emotion, and the elements. They envisioned white florals against dark stone, candlelit pathways, and a ceremony held inside a spiral temple surrounded by jungle. With their signature theme, It Was Always Me and You, guiding every choice, they crafted an immersive Mexico wedding that felt more like stepping into a story than attending a single event. That story, […]
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