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Italian Renaissance & New York Glamour meets Arabian Nights

Kat

Belathée

February 17, 2025

Christina and Michael’s multi-phase wedding was nothing short of extravagant, kicking off in their home city of New York with an Italian Renaissance meets New York Glamour themed affair. The next night, they threw an Arabian Nights-themed party before jetting off to Turks & Caicos for a Buddymoon. A few months later, they reunited with friends in Aspen for an après-ski celebration. Honestly, how do we get in their friendship circle?
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Under the Sea Themed Wedding for under £10,000

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Elena Heymann Fototgrafie

February 13, 2025

The inspiration for Nino and Basti's wedding was their shared love for the underwater world, sea creatures, and the dreams they hold for the future. “We called our theme Seensucht nach Meer, which means ‘Longing for the Sea,’” Nino shared. “I’ve always loved sea creatures, and we both dream of retiring in Tenerife one day.” Their day, filled with DIY touches and small but meaningful moments, showed how intentional choices can transform even a civil ceremony into something unforgettable.
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An Appalachian Hobbit Inspired Wedding with a Private Self-Uniting Ceremony

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Tony Ebersole

February 10, 2025

Rhiannon and Gunnar chose a completely private, self-uniting ceremony at Trough Creek Park in James Creek, Pennsylvania. A week later, they hosted a micro-reception with 17 guests. As an introverted couple who don’t enjoy being the centre of attention, they found that something small, private, and meaningful was the perfect fit. Their total wedding budget was $3,500, with their primary expenses being food and drinks.
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Alternative, DIY ‘Til Death Wedding

Kat

Alt Wedding Co.

February 7, 2025

When Alice and Amy envisioned their wedding day, they knew it wouldn’t fit neatly into tradition’s rigid mold. They wanted a day that reflected their love and individuality—one that embraced who they were as partners, best friends, and creatives. "We wanted a wedding that summed us up," Alice said. "Alternative, but also personal. So much of the wedding industry isn't designed with couples like us in mind."
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Wedding Planning Advice

Don’t Do It Yourself: Why Some Wedding Tasks are Best Left to the Pros

Rachel Darwin

Juliana Noelle Jumper

March 4, 2025

There is nothing I love more than getting together with a friend or two for a crafternoon of sewing, making and creating. When I got married, I spent a weekend with one of my bridesmaids, who (major friend flex) just happens to be a set sculptor for Hollywood films. We made 12 gorgeous little hobbit houses for the tables, a postbox for the cards, and I designed all the invitations, stationery and signage. For anyone with a penchant for making, the idea of a DIY wedding can be a dream. - a great way to add your own unique identity to your day - but that’s not the sort of DIY I want to focus on in this article. Instead, I’m going to look at those moments of wedding planning when perhaps you shouldn’t be doing it all yourself. When actually it might be better to ask for help or even to employ a professional!
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Las Vegas Weddings

Vintage Pop Punk with a Hint of Viking

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Elope in Las Vegas

January 17, 2025

Grace and Kurt’s story began when they met as 12 year olds, but life took them in different directions until they reconnected at 25. When it came to planning their wedding, they opted for an unconventional approach that reflected their love of pop punk... with a hint of viking! They eloped in Las Vegas and hired Elope in Las Vegas who handled everything from the photographer, the planning, hair & make-up and the ceremony.
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Bet on Love: A Gender Non-Confirming Wedding Fashion Shoot

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Jamie Y

November 14, 2024

Issue 58 was dedicated to EXPRESSING YOURSELF and doubling down on who you are for your wedding. So, we thought a shoot showing some gender nonconforming attire options was the perfect choice. Shot in Las Vegas in collaboration with That Chapel Downtown and P3 Events, our model Zara embraced both their masculine and feminine sides to create a shoot that contrasts the two and looked absolutely incredible in both!
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Ziggy Stardust Inspired Vegas Wedding Ideas

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Jamie Y

October 30, 2024

Rock N Romance Elopements is an all-inclusive elopement company based in Las Vegas, founded by iconic Vegas photographer (and one of our favourites - so much so, she shot our latest cover) Jamie Y Photography. They provide everything you need for an elopement, including venue, hair and make-up, florals, and, of course, a photographer. They specialise in small intimate elopements with 0-50 guests so it's perfect if you're traveling to Vegas to get married but you're not sure where to begin.
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Alternative Meets 1960s Inspired Vegas Elopement

Kat

Zoe Snooks

October 28, 2024

When Mariela and Mat, who met in 2018 at a tattoo convention, decided to tie the knot, they knew that while they didn't have a particular theme or vison in mind, they wanted something that incorporated their love for the desert, retro decor and tattoos. They found the perfect spot in downtown Las Vegas at the Sure Thing Chapel, featuring an officiant with a twist: Hellvis, the chapel’s resident 'spooky and campy Elvis' evil twin'. Everything else just fell into place after that.
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Dreamscape: A Floral Daydream in a 300-Year-Old Country House

Kat

Kirsty Mackenzie

May 12, 2025

Dating back to 1724, Crowcombe Court is a stunning example of English Regional Baroque architecture nestled in the heart of Somerset. Home to the Carew family for generations, the house remained in their care until the 1960s. Since then, it has been lovingly restored to its former grandeur and now serves as a breathtaking exclusive-use wedding venue, proudly owned by The Gilchrist Collection.
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Luxury Vampire Themed Inclusive Wedding Shoot

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The Rose Reflective

December 11, 2024

I recently saw a Thread where the poster pointed out that luxury wedding workshop shoots often exclude marginalised couples or those with tattoos, piercings, or other alternative styles. I haven’t been able to stop thinking about how accurate that is! As you know, I’m all about celebrating alternative shoots and weddings (obviously!), but just because someone doesn’t appear to be straight, white, or fit a certain body ideal doesn’t mean they aren’t interested in the luxury end of the wedding market.
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Bet on Love: A Gender Non-Confirming Wedding Fashion Shoot

Kat

Jamie Y

November 14, 2024

Issue 58 was dedicated to EXPRESSING YOURSELF and doubling down on who you are for your wedding. So, we thought a shoot showing some gender nonconforming attire options was the perfect choice. Shot in Las Vegas in collaboration with That Chapel Downtown and P3 Events, our model Zara embraced both their masculine and feminine sides to create a shoot that contrasts the two and looked absolutely incredible in both!
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Ziggy Stardust Inspired Vegas Wedding Ideas

Kat

Jamie Y

October 30, 2024

Rock N Romance Elopements is an all-inclusive elopement company based in Las Vegas, founded by iconic Vegas photographer (and one of our favourites - so much so, she shot our latest cover) Jamie Y Photography. They provide everything you need for an elopement, including venue, hair and make-up, florals, and, of course, a photographer. They specialise in small intimate elopements with 0-50 guests so it's perfect if you're traveling to Vegas to get married but you're not sure where to begin.
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