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Rainy-Day Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Rainy-Day Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Jessica and Paul wanted to keep their wedding thoughtful, simple and representative of what's important to each of them as individuals and as a couple. They spent a lot of time thinking of ways to make it a special weekend for their guests and make sure to keep them feeling like they were a part of the celebration as opposed to just attending a wedding. 

Classic Country Club Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Classic Country Club Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Celso and Kathleen, both nurses, met in Texas before moving together to Tucson, Arizona. They were both born in the Philippines, so finding each other a continent away made this day extra special. It was an intimate ceremony just after Christmas, held at the Skyline Country Club, complete with city views and beautiful florals. Their beloved Golden Retriever, Lovetrain, was an honorary groomsman, attending the day along with their closest friends and family.

Fairytale Mountain Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Fairytale Mountain Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

With a passion for the outdoors, Jennifer and Trevor are a match made in heaven. So what better location to celebrate their union than at the San Mortiz Lodge in Crestline, California? This mountain wedding was a true fairytale with tons of unique and personal details. 

Tavern Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Tavern Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Jake and Colva tied the knot at The Liberty Tavern in Arlington, Virginia. Jake proposed to Colva spur-of-the-moment on the quad at Georgetown University with a $5 ring from Forever21, but while the couple may have gotten engaged on a whim, they had fun planning their perfect wedding together.

Small Summer Church Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Small Summer Church Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Eric and Lauren were married at an adorable steeple church in small-town Atkinson, New Hampshire. Lauren looked gorgeous carrying brightly colored summer flowers and the men wore light-colored suits on a mild summer day. Following the ceremony, there was a small reception at a local camelot-themed restaurant. The entire evening was quaint and intimate, just as the couple had hoped.

Chic, Colorful Backyard Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Chic, Colorful Backyard Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Amy and Will said "I do" in front of family and friends at a private residence in California. Their chic, colorful backyard ceremony was intimate and made all the more special by Amy tying the knot in the dress her mother wore years ago.

Vibrant Fall Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Vibrant Fall Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Krista and Lori's modern fall wedding combined traditional elements, such as ball gowns, a spiritual ceremony and reception events, with vibrant details like bright-colored flowers, rainbow Chuck Taylors and gelato instead of a wedding cake.

Lake Champlain Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Lake Champlain Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Laura and Patrick’s wedding-day weather was filled with unpredictable downpours. It changed their plans for an outdoor ceremony, but it created the perfect lighting for photos once the rain died down.

Urban New Year's Eve Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Urban New Year's Eve Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Emily and Justin's favorite part of their New Year's Eve nuptials was the fireworks display in the Baltimore Harbor. The couple, who originally wanted to get married in April or May, decided on a New Year's wedding to ensure that they weren't constantly competing for everything they wanted. 

Classic Fall Golf Course Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Classic Fall Golf Course Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Staci and Nathan are high school sweethearts who have been together for more than 12 years, so their wedding was definitely a long time coming! Staci did a beautiful job picking a classic fall color scheme and the day was gorgeous and sunny. The venue was perfectly manicured, making the scene that much more beautiful.

Romantic Waterfall Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Romantic Waterfall Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Kristen and JP live in Colorado, but decided to have their wedding in front of the gorgeous setting that is Toccoa Falls in Georgia. Surrounded by their closest family and friends, they said their vows in front of a 186-foot waterfall, making their wedding day extra stunning.

Boathouse Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Boathouse Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Sarah and Jim met in college while on the rowing team at University of St. Thomas. After getting engaged on a camping trip, they started planning their wedding and decided on the Minnesota Boat Club. They knew the venue was perfectly fitting considering how they met.

Estate Garden Wedding Celebration | Real Brides & Weddings
Estate Garden Wedding Celebration | Real Brides & Weddings

Some love is just written by the stars. Fate will have its way, regardless of the path you take to get there. Nikki and Chris are such a testament to this adage. They lived on parallel paths for many years, but didn't merge their lives until Chris took matters into his own hands. After the first date, the rest is happily ever after!
 

Historic Church Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Historic Church Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

The most important part of Malin and Carl's wedding was that they were able to spend the day with all the people who matter most to them and say "I do" in a beautiful, historic church.

Rustic Vineyard Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Rustic Vineyard Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Kristi and Skyler's wedding was a beautiful day at Faithbrooke Barn & Vineyards in Virginia. The location made for the perfect backdrop for gorgeous shots of the newlywed couple and their family and friends. 

Botanical Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings
Botanical Wedding | Real Brides & Weddings

Talia and Alex tied the knot at Bryant Park Grill in New York. The greenery surrounding the area added lots of life to the day and served as a beautiful backdrop for the wedding photos.