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Indian & White Wedding Celebration | Real Weddings
Indian & White Wedding Celebration | Real Weddings

Anjali and Sam live in Los Angeles and have successful careers in the film industry. With movie sets being their second nature, their attention to detail reflected in the way their events were organized.

Small Town Rustic Wedding | Real Weddings
Small Town Rustic Wedding | Real Weddings

Married in a small town. Friends and family gathered to attend Rachel and Ethan's intimate wedding in Kearney, Nebraska. Tears of joy spread throughout the day. 

Rocky Mountain High | Real Wedding
Rocky Mountain High | Real Wedding

Meryl & Joseph grew up on the East Coast and decided to move out West for a change of scenery and they soon fell in love with the Colorado Mountains. The couple said I-do in a very intimate ceremony at Dunton River Camp surrounded by their closest family and friends who flew out for the special occasion. 

Art Inspired  White Wedding | Real Weddings
Art Inspired White Wedding | Real Weddings

Martina & Shea had a gorgeous wedding! So many beautiful details, from her Hayley Paige wedding gown to the location...The Joslyn Art Museum which is one of the finest examples of Art-Deco Architecture in the United States.

Beautiful Classic Outdoor Wedding | Real Weddings
Beautiful Classic Outdoor Wedding | Real Weddings

"We were in Spain on vacation. Sebastian waited until the last day to propose, and he did it in his brother's girlfriend's backyard just as the sun was setting. It was a very serene and peaceful moment."

Sweet Outdoor Wedding | Real Weddings
Sweet Outdoor Wedding | Real Weddings

Christina & Nathan met on E-Harmony, but you would never be able to tell from the way they interact, it would seem as though they have known each other since childhood!

Pretty in Pink Outdoors | Real Wedding
Pretty in Pink Outdoors | Real Wedding

Zee and Dhaval have known each other for decades, but neither knew that they would tie the knot one day. Dhaval, a hotelier in the Bay Area and Zee, an entrepreneur and sweetheart from South Carolina decided to give themselves to each other this past fall in beautiful Charleston, SC - These are the highlights of their day captured by Fia Forever Photography.

Chuppahs and Arbors: The Art of the Wedding Arch
Chuppahs and Arbors: The Art of the Wedding Arch

Kelley Truxel has been helping couples choose the perfect flowers for their wedding since 2004. Her company, Event Studio, focuses on all aspects of wedding design and coordination. Kelley’s daughter, Kate and her fiancé Jake, will be getting married at East Lynn Farm in 2017.
 

A Multicultural Family Affair: Elise and Sergio’s Wedding
A Multicultural Family Affair: Elise and Sergio’s Wedding

Elise Lang met her husband, Sergio Chwoschtschinsky, in 2012 while living in Louisiana. Three years later, they wed in an intimate civil ceremony but also wanted a religious mass and a celebration that included friends and family from around the globe. In September 2015, they hosted a wedding weekend at East Lynn Farm featuring cultures from Botswana to Venezuela to Louisiana. 

Picturesque Countryside Chic at Poplar Springs Inn
Picturesque Countryside Chic at Poplar Springs Inn

Poplar Springs Inn and Spa is a spectacular, intimate inn nestled in the Virginia countryside. From unique, furnished guestrooms, full service Spa, fine cuisine and luxury meeting and event facilities, Poplar Springs will pamper you with a welcoming touch and warm smile. 

3 Great Tips from a Planning Pro
3 Great Tips from a Planning Pro

Here are three helpful pieces of advice, courtesy of Johanna Goossens of Simplicity Events by Johanna, that you can and should do to set yourself up for wedding-planning success!  

Color a wedding keepsake
Color a wedding keepsake

Coloring books aren't just for kids. If you're looking for a little reception entertainment and icebreaking - or maybe a way for your guest to render their good wishes, you'll want to check out the first Wedding Coloring Book by Ivory Morgan-Burton, owner of Storybook Events, and artist Dawn D. Boyer.

It’s all in the Details – one photographer’s perspective
It’s all in the Details – one photographer’s perspective

Photographers are detailed-oriented by nature. It’s those little things that make big memories. I was recently chatting with Abram Landes, owner of AE Landes Photography, about the importance of capturing what’s really behind all the wedding details. Here’s his perspective …

Every couple deserves a happy ending ...
Every couple deserves a happy ending ...

Imagine being with someone for 25 years and not being considered a committed couple in the eyes of the law. That is the story of Timothy Bostic and Tony London - a couple who sued for the right to marry - and won - in the state of Virginia. Ivory Morgan-Burton, owner of Storybook Events shares details of their special day.

Want to win your happily ever after?

Need a fairy godmother - aka a planner - to help you pull off your happily ever after wedding day? If you're willing to share your story, you might just win a coordination package from Order & Organization Events and a custom wedding cake from Rebekah Naomi Cake Design.

To the Rescue with these Toasting Tips

So, the big day is coming up. Dresses are fitted, vendors booked, groomsmen warned. There's a feeling of excitement in the air. Things are proceeding nicely and everyone is ready for the show. Everyone, except your Maid of Honor.