The Rise of the Temu Wedding

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Francesca Vecchi

July 28, 2025

The other day I got an email that made my blood boil.

Kitsch Vintage Valentines Inspired Wedding

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Evelyn Molina

July 25, 2025

The colour palette from Victoria and Melvin's wedding was lifted straight from a vintage Valentine’s card: bold reds, sugary pinks, hearts and kitsch. They filled the space with trinkets, tchotchkes and sentimental touches that echoed their own décor style. “The overall look really reminded us of our very eclectic and colourful home,” they said. “It was a comforting environment to be in that screamed us!”

She’s an Icon: Music-Inspired Wedding Outfits for Alternative Brides

Kat

July 24, 2025

Putting together your wedding look when you're more punk than princess of pop can be tricky. Luckily, we're here to help you on your way to super stardom! Inspired by three music genres - metal, country and glam rock - here's some wedding outfit ideas that will hit all the right notes. Whether you're stalking down the aisle in leather, lace, or rhinestones, these looks crank the volume on personality and flip the script on bridal fashion. From spiked boots to embroidered fringe, dramatic veils to disco ball accessories, here's how to dress like the headliner you are - no white ballgowns required.

Second Time Lucky: A Dark, Urban & Industrial Wedding

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Amanda Downie Creative

July 24, 2025

Jodie and Billy’s wedding wasn’t their first. Back in 2011, before same-sex marriage was legal in Australia, they held a commitment ceremony. They tried to make it traditional, but later realised most of it hadn’t felt right. After eight years apart to figure out who they both were, they reconnected and wanted to marry again - this time with the same rights as straight couples. They were also really clear on what they did and did not want from a wedding.

A Spooky, Witchy Artists’ Engagement Shoot

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The Shukans

July 23, 2025

Whitney and Isaac are incredibly creative, so when it came to planning their pre-wedding engagement shoot, they knew they didn't want the standard 'lets go to a random location and take some average pics' type vibe. Instead, they leaned into what makes them, them. Isaac started a painting during the shoot and then actually finished the piece. It now hangs in their home. They wanted their love (and their many creatures!) captured in a way that felt raw and real, mixing moody home life with artistic expression.

Eloping in a Castle (Then Jumping in the Pool)

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Anna Holden Photo

July 23, 2025

Karly and Erik wanted a small wedding which felt like them - romantic, playful and a little strange. So, they got married inside a medieval-style stone castle on the Florida coast with no guests, no formalities, and no pressure to do anything that didn’t feel right.

A Private Joshua Tree Elopement with Edge

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Love and Lattitudes

July 22, 2025

Vegas natives Sara and Anthony decided to marry away from the neon lights, wanting something a bit quieter, that felt more like them. They had visited the park together many times so when it came time to plan their wedding, they knew it would be the perfect place. They even booked the same AirBnB that they stayed in on their very first trip together. “We wanted our theme to be a mix of our love of the desert, our Vegas roots, and a little edge,” they explained. “The inspiration was ultimately the things we love and who we are.”

Diversity in Bridal – Are We Going Backwards?

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Maggie Sottero

July 21, 2025

There was a moment, not too long ago, when it felt like the bridal industry might finally be waking up. In 2020, the push for inclusivity hit a much-needed tipping point. The Black Lives Matter movement forced many of us to acknowledge what had long been true: representation in bridal - especially for Black, mixed and non-white couples - was sorely lacking. Around the same time, body diversity started to gain traction too. Brands began hiring larger models, offering extended sample sizes, and showing dresses on more than just one very specific body type.

Married Til We’re Buried: A DIY Halloween Wedding

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Jess Hopkins

July 18, 2025

After a major hurricane disrupted their original plans, Joi and Jillian shifted from a larger event to something more intimate and local. The result was a celebration that felt like a full expression of their personalities and values, and a real collaboration between them and their loved ones.

‘Til Death Do Us Branded: The Weirdest Wedding Products That Probably Shouldn’t Exist (But Actually Do)

Kat

July 17, 2025

Vintage Meets 1970s Horror Inspired New England Elopement

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Archive Moderne

July 17, 2025

Helena and Josh didn’t want a big wedding and they didn’t want a church. What they did want was fog, foliage, and something that felt a little haunted. They landed on a plan that involved flying to New England with only two guests - Helena’s mother and Josh’s son Dexter - and getting married in front of an old water mill, just after Halloween, wearing outfits that wouldn’t look out of place in a Hammer Horror film.

Organic Bohemian Wedding with Earthy Elements

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Laura Wills

July 16, 2025

Set against the dark timber of a black barn, Gabrielle and Ross' wedding day featured textured florals, stone-cut signage, and a timeline designed to feel relaxed. They skipped the altar line-up, seating their closest people in the front row instead. They also didn't want to say long vows in front of an audience so those were shared privately earlier in the day. Their main ceremony lasted just five minutes. “It felt incredibly special to share that intimate moment between the two of us alone reminiscing on the six years we’ve spent together", the bride said.

Dramatic Autumnal Wedding in Italy

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Boris Kočiš Weddings

July 16, 2025

As wedding photographers themselves, Davide and Rebecca knew what we were getting into when they began planning their autumnal October wedding in Italy. With the help of their wedding planner, Annalisa from Miai Events Planner, they full leaned into the season with a theme they called “dramatic autumn.” It was built around their love for autumn and everything it represents.

Ancient Greek Wedding at The Temple of Concordia

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ELAB Photographers

July 15, 2025

Antonia and Daren chose Temple of Concordia, the oldest fully intact Greek temple in the world, as the location for their wedding. Located in an ancient Greek settlement in Agrigento, Sicily, the temple is devoted to Harmonia, the Greek goddess of balance and harmony, so it felt like exactly the right place for them. "We wanted to create an elevated and elegant Greek mythological scene brought to life", the bride told us, "a ceremony where the ancient gods and goddesses descend upon the earth. Ancient, ethereal, timeless."

Designer Spotlight: Kiss & Tell by Galia Lahav

Kat

July 14, 2025

In a world where bridal dreams come to life, Galia Lahav has been redefining couture for over four decades. Known for its iconic silhouettes, impeccable craftsmanship, and dramatic flair, the brand has become synonymous with modern luxury bridalwear. From red carpet to royal aisle, Galia Lahav gowns are worn by some of the most influential women in the world - including Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton, and Millie Bobby Brown - each dress telling a story of empowerment, elegance, and individuality.

Luxurious Gothic Vampire Wedding in a Castle

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Thistle & Dagger

July 14, 2025

On October 4th, in a castle that looked like it had stepped out of a gothic novel, Eileen and Jonathan threw a celebration that honoured their shared love of classic horror, medieval lore, and each other.

Winter Wonderland Witchy Wedding in a Cave

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Outtakes

July 11, 2025

Samantha and Chuck headed underground into one of the oldest cave systems on earth, lit candles, and said their vows next to a giant stalactite organ. It had snowed the night before so guests gathered wearing cloaks and masks in The Cathedral Room, before A Mighty Fortress is Our God by Martin Luther was played on the world's largest musical instrument and the couple made their entrance.

Buffy, Booze and Bouquets: Queer Shoot with Goth Vibes

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Mikaela Antonelli

July 10, 2025

Renn and Mars didn’t get married that day, but they easily could have. Dressed head-to-toe in black and surrounded by low lighting, liquor bottles and flowers, they moved through Fort Greene Bar like they owned it.

Magical Forest LARPing Wedding

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Matt G. Norris

July 9, 2025

Christina and Chris met online, and after a few fantasy-themed dates to a Renaissance Faire, a Halloween party and a Live Action Role Playing event, they made it official. Both keen LARPers, they wanted to bring this into their wedding so chose a famous LARPing spot, Ye Olde Commons in Charlton, MA, as their venue.

10 Alternative Bridesmaid Dresses from AW Bridal

Kat

July 8, 2025

Not every wedding party wants matching blush chiffon. If your crew is more fantasy novel than formal garden party, AW Bridal has a look for every kind of alt bridal party.