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Mollie Higgins Photo
October 19, 2023
We see a lot of styled wedding photo shoots, but not many of them turn into real life proposals! When Andre and Cynthia were asked to model for this shoot by photographer Mollie Higgins, Andre hatched a plan to make it a real day to remember.Read more...
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Emma-Jane
October 18, 2023
As we navigate a rapidly changing world, the rebellious spirit of the punk era serves as a powerful reminder to challenge the status quo, particularly in creative industries - and the bridal fashion scene is no exception. While the pandemic disrupted and reshaped our lives, a new wave of bridal designers began to emerge. These bold and fearless creatives are rejecting the traditional norms of the wedding industry, ushering in a much-needed revolution. Gone are the days when brides were confined to a limited selection of strapless, A-Line gowns; the mantra now is innovation, creativity... and a dash of rock 'n' roll.Read more...
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Robin Goodlad
October 17, 2023
With Jackie hailing from the United States and Sean from the East End of London, their wedding was an unforgettable mix of British charm and American flair. Their love story unfolded in the heart of London, taking their guests on a wild tour from Hoxton to Piccadilly.Read more...
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Freckled Fox Photo
October 16, 2023
Ashley and Cameron wanted their day to be filled with intentionality and colour. Every detail was curated to fit who they are and their love story. They knew they wanted a winter wedding at the museum where they had their first date. "January 7th (7 is our lucky number) was open which happened to be a full moon in Cancer which is our shared star sign", Ashley began. "We knew we wanted to incorporate similar details into the theme of our day."Read more...
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Leo Weddings
October 13, 2023
Inspired by their wedding date, the day had a Bonfire Night meets Wild West theme and was filled with vibrant autumn colours, Vegas vibes, glitter, teddy boys and cowboy boots. They even had a Guy Fawkes man and wife which they set light to at the end of the night!Read more...
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Tipos Photo and Film
October 12, 2023
Brandon and Lottie, from the UK, married at their family's home in Spain. The wedding featured a piñata in the shape of a wedding cake, a best woman, a Harley Davidson and wedding 'merch' for their guests to collect. They handcrafted almost everything including 100 macramé chairs backs and the ceremony arch and all the faux flower arrangements. Oh, and the night ended the night with a bunch of fully dressed guests in the pool - doesn't get more rock 'n' roll than that!Read more...
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Lisa and Neil
October 11, 2023
Well this is something you don't see or hear about every day - a bride making her grand entrance on a giant snail! But that's exactly what Elanor did when she married Jim last summer.Read more...
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Katie Kav
October 10, 2023
Coming out of lockdown, Niamh and Mike's decided what they really wanted was bright and joyful summer wedding. It also had to reflect their personalities, their values and their love - so that's exactly what they did! married at Ferrycarrig Hotel in Wexford, Ireland, they rejected tradition, heteronormative stereotypes and instead planned a wedding which truly felt right for them.Read more...
Jon Carpenter
Rebecca Carpenter
October 9, 2023
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Tamalyn Ann
October 6, 2023
Describing their wedding theme as a mix of "backyard party, bougie and chic", Sydney and Crystal transformed their friend's lumberyard into the most fantastic wedding venue. With the help of their wedding planner, Elise of Brannan Events they had muted colour palette, serpentine style dining tables and they served Chipotle for dinner!Read more...
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Electric Sugar Elopements
October 5, 2023
It’s important to remember that conflict within your relationship is normal. You are separate individuals with your own thoughts and ideas so of course you will disagree from time to time. But especially when wedding planning when everything feels so important, you’re spending so much money and trying to deal with extra fun surprises like your aunt who won’t sit near your mother or your bridesmaid who hates every. single. dress suggestion you make for her.Read more...
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Kate Donaldson Photo
October 4, 2023
With Benji hailing from the mountains and forest of Massachusetts and Sarabeth growing up next to the ocean in Florida, their dream was to bring these two contrasting worlds together on their special day. Lost Whale Inn in Trinidad, California, was the perfect backdrop to realise this vision. With a ceremony overlooking the ocean and a reception tucked away in a cosy inn, their wedding embodied a perfect blend of forest and coastal aesthetics.Read more...
Rachel Darwin
Applehead Photography & Design
October 3, 2023
You might be so rock ‘n roll that you couldn’t give a monkey’s about feeling embarrassed about or ashamed of your wedding budget. If you couldn’t care less about what society has tried to tell you that you ‘should’ be doing when it comes to your wedding then I have just two words for you… GO YOU.Read more...
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Torie Sweeney Photo
October 2, 2023
A traditional wedding was never on the horizon for Tori and Calob. They envisioned a day that reflected their adventurous spirits and fun-loving personalities. Inspired by las Vegas itself, they planned their elopement in under four weeks!Read more...
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Oxi
September 29, 2023
Weddings are often super opulent affairs which generate a lot of waste, but Beth and James, who were married in the picturesque setting of Stourhead Gardens, wanted a day that was testament to their eco-conscious ethos.Read more...
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Zoe Snooks
October 28, 2024
Guest Contributor
Madeline Northway
November 4, 2024
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Naida Lindberg
October 25, 2024
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Kitty Wheeler for Kim Williams
November 11, 2024
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Erin Schmidt
November 8, 2024
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Arianna Fenton
November 1, 2024
Alysia Cole
Leanne Marshall
November 18, 2024
Submit a question for Alysia to answer in a future column by emailing magazine@rocknrollbride.com and using the subject line ASK ALYSIARead more...
Guest Contributor
Madeline Northway
November 4, 2024
Gala Darling, an author, speaker and professional optimist, got engaged - quite unexpectedly - for the second time at aged 40. This time, she’s doing things differently.Read more...
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Kateřina Moravcová
October 31, 2024
When setting the theme for your wedding, one of the most significant decisions you'll make is deciding which colours to use. This choice sets the tone for the entire day, influencing everything from your decorations to the bridesmaid dresses, but it also sets the overall mood of the celebration.Read more...
Alexandra Merri
Devlin Photos
October 24, 2024
Halloween is just around the corner, and even though spooky aesthetics is a permanent choice for Rock n Roll Brides rather than a seasonal fad, it still felt like the perfect time to revisit this article from a previous issue of the magazine!Read more...
Rachel Darwin
Ashley White Photos
October 15, 2024
Hello and welcome to the year 2024, where anyone with even a fractionally-open mind will throw their arms up and rejoice in the knowledge that any two consenting adults can tie the knot, regardless of their race, gender or religious beliefs. In this rainbow-obsessed issue, we feel it would be remiss of us not to take a moment to raise our LGBTQIA+ Pride flags high above our heads, and shriek at the very top of our lungs, that here at Rock n Roll Bride magazine… LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE IS LOOOOVE.Read more...
Alysia Cole
I Am Laury
October 10, 2024
I am a plus size bride getting married outside in summer and I am worried about sweating too much and being uncomfortable. Any advice on how to dress for the heat?Read more...
Jon Carpenter
Through the Woods We Ran
October 2, 2024
Dreaming of an idyllic outdoor wedding that triumphs over the ever-changeable whims of Mother Nature? Look no further. This guide is your first step towards planning a foolproof, weatherproof celebration amidst the beauty of the great outdoors.Read more...
Rachel Darwin
Shrigley
September 25, 2024
As a Rock n Roll Bride reader, you’re probably already thinking outside those four church walls… literally and laterally! But what actually happens when you’re brave enough to do it? How do you actually go about making your dream “out there” wedding a reality?Read more...
Alysia Cole
September 13, 2024
Elopements and micro weddings are such fabulous options, with lots of benefits when it comes to your nuptials; more time for you and your partner, less planning which can mean less stress, an opportunity to create exactly the vibe you want, and often a lot less expense than a full-blown wedding! But no matter how big or small your wedding, what you chose to wear is an essential part of the day.Read more...
Jon Carpenter
Raelyn Ramey
September 5, 2024
If you’re trying to decide between having a big wedding or an intimate adventure, you’re in the right place.Read more...
Kat
August 28, 2024
Sometimes, the most memorable nuptials are the simple and small ones. But small doesn’t mean it can’t be beautiful, too.Read more...
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Liz Huff
September 11, 2024
When Hannah and Nate decided to tie the knot, they knew they didn't have a lot to spend, but that wasn't going to stop them having the wedding they wanted. Both line cooks, they were lucky enough to be offered the restaurant where the bride works as their venue, which they used after hours. Everything else was homemade and their secondhand outfits were pieced together from pieces found at Poshmark and Goodwill, totalling less than $50 combined!Read more...
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Jo Greenfield
July 15, 2024
With their inspiration rooted in their love of autumn, specifically pumpkins, Jessica and James' wedding that was a beautiful blend of American "fall" wedding aesthetics with their own rock n' roll edge.Read more...
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Keri Lynne
July 3, 2024
Teri and Lucas, who have been together for eight years, bonded over their mutual love for Star Wars and other classic movies. In September, Lucas proposed with a custom-made R2-D2 ring. Eager to marry, they decided on a Halloween wedding just a month later!Read more...
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Applehead
June 27, 2024
At Atlanta Utility Works on Halloween weekend, Mikey and Megan were married in a small wedding that mixed their love of both gothic and bohemian styles. The couple blended Mikey's favorite colour, purple, with Megan's love for black, creating a rock n' roll yet romantic atmosphere.Read more...
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Kindred & Co. Weddings
June 4, 2024
A Halloween-inspired wedding isn’t just for the goths and the witches. If the turning colour of the leaves gives you that toasty feeling inside, an upmarket twist on an autumnal theme could be perfect for you!Read more...
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Leah Schlect
March 29, 2024
Patrick and Kristin chose La Foret, a 1930s summer lodge in Colorado Springs as the location for their gothic meets summer camp wedding. Married just before Halloween, they blended eerie elements with the rustic, natural charm of the location. Every nook and cranny of the venue was adorned with original taxidermy, wood carvings, textiles, and wrought iron.Read more...
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Assassynation
March 25, 2024
Carly and Adam’s horror-themed Halloween wedding was a celebration of their love story, but also their mutual love for scary movies and all things spooky. Taking place on Halloween night (when else!?) the day was filled with "horrifyingly" amazing on-theme elements.Read more...
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Tori Sokalski
February 19, 2024
Jasmine and Asher's wedding, described by the couple as "a boho-maximalist-vulture-culture wedding since it just hits all of the buzz words" was a combination of their love of natural artifacts with a fantasy feel since they're both self confessed nerds, The pair, who met in college in biology lab, were married at Fonthill Castle in Pennsylvania, the day before Halloween.Read more...
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Wijas Patty
November 9, 2023
It wouldn’t have been a spooky themed issue without a suitably gothic editorial. For our cover shoot in our Sept/Oct edition, we used two models so we could show both the light and dark side – and we think the interplay and contrast between black and white really works. And yes, you can definitely bring a gothic vibe to your wedding look while still wearing white!Read more...
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Applehead Photography and Design
November 3, 2023
Heather and Tyler's bewitching celebration was dark academia meets gothic Victorian garden themed. With the help of their suppliers, they meticulously curated to reflect their shared love for Halloween.Read more...
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Jennifer See Studio
October 25, 2023
It was a day filled with gothic elegance and spooky charm as Zoe and Jeremy tied the knot in a Halloween-inspired celebration. A spectacular blend of classic romance and eerie vibes, the day was reminiscent of a scene straight out of a Tim Burton movie.Read more...
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Bel Combridge
November 5, 2024
When Shelby and Simon came across Dope Elope, an event by Sarah Marie Celebrancy in Canberra that hosts eight mini-elopements over two days, they weren’t even officially engaged. But the bold, non-traditional vibe called to them, and having already discussed marriage, this felt like the perfect sign. The catch? They had to plan everything in just two months.Read more...
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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.Read more...
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Ashley White Photos
October 22, 2024
At the heart of Atlanta’s vibrant creative scene, this styled wedding shoot at Hotel Clermont brought together retro flair and boho charm with a fresh, inclusive twist. Originally built in 1924, the hotel’s eclectic yet nostalgic interior was the perfect backdrop for this collaboration between local vendors and visionaries.Read more...
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Stephanie Wittmer
October 18, 2024
Annina and Jan, who met at a rock and metal club, quickly discovered their mutual love for the same music scene. Once they did, their lives began to revolve around these shared experiences, so it felt natural that their wedding would take on a similar vibe. "We were both surprised we hadn’t met sooner,” Annina told us. “We’ve been to so many festivals and concerts, it felt like we were always meant to find each other.”Read more...
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Sarah Jay
October 16, 2024
Monica and Dominic’s wedding at The Grove in Las Vegas brought a medieval touch to a venue known for its romantic almond orchard. While most couples embrace the venue’s natural elegance, Monica and Dominic transformed the space into a scene filled with gothic magic and Celtic traditions. “We are both ‘Elder Emos,’ and I have an Irish/Celtic background,” Monica told us. “So we wanted something that really reflected our roots and personalities.”Read more...
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Danya Izarraraz
September 27, 2024
When Kira and McKinna set their sights on Joshua Tree for their wedding, they knew they wanted something as eclectic and dynamic as their relationship. “Joshua Tree is a gorgeous place, and it’s also very eclectic,” Kira says. “We wanted our guests to experience both sides of this, so we selected Indian Cove Amphitheater for our ceremony and a private music and art venue called FurstWurld for the reception. Both places are special to us as climbers, music lovers, and seasonal high desert dwellers.”Read more...
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Hey Babe Photo
September 24, 2024
When Jaci and Bryce set out to plan their wedding, they had one mission: make it unapologetically theirs. Describing their theme as a "big fat emo wedding," the couple wanted their day to have the perfect amount of rebellion without being too 'out there'. They also did everything in just three months!Read more...
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Mackenzi Knight
September 23, 2024
Hannah and Paul might just have some of the most creative and adorable details in their wedding that we’ve ever seen! The hanging floral disco ball display? Gorgeous! The wedding party in all-the-colours-of-the-rainbow outfits carrying glass ‘bags’ of flowers instead of bouquets? Genius!Read more...
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Megan Donati
September 12, 2024
Part elopement, part micro wedding, Brenda and Nick wanted to get married abroad, but not entirely on their own. Rather than eloping just the two of them, the couple, who are from Wisconsin, invited eight of their best friends to come to England with them as their bridal party! Brenda chose autumnal colours for the faux flower bouquets and her bridesmaids' dresses, which perfectly suited the October weather in London.Read more...
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Liz Huff
September 11, 2024
When Hannah and Nate decided to tie the knot, they knew they didn't have a lot to spend, but that wasn't going to stop them having the wedding they wanted. Both line cooks, they were lucky enough to be offered the restaurant where the bride works as their venue, which they used after hours. Everything else was homemade and their secondhand outfits were pieced together from pieces found at Poshmark and Goodwill, totalling less than $50 combined!Read more...
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Liam Foster
September 10, 2024
Judy and Matt eloped near the Kings Tableland in the the Blue Mountains in New South Wales. Doing something traditional was never on the cards , and from the moment Matt proposed with a black diamond engagement ring, the tone for their unique day was set.Read more...
Alexandra Merri
Devlin Photos
October 24, 2024
Halloween is just around the corner, and even though spooky aesthetics is a permanent choice for Rock n Roll Brides rather than a seasonal fad, it still felt like the perfect time to revisit this article from a previous issue of the magazine!Read more...
Kat
Stephanie Wittmer
October 18, 2024
Annina and Jan, who met at a rock and metal club, quickly discovered their mutual love for the same music scene. Once they did, their lives began to revolve around these shared experiences, so it felt natural that their wedding would take on a similar vibe. "We were both surprised we hadn’t met sooner,” Annina told us. “We’ve been to so many festivals and concerts, it felt like we were always meant to find each other.”Read more...
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Kailee Rei
October 17, 2024
Natalie and Trevor's wedding blended soft gothic aesthetics with the idea of a garden in winter. With black candlesticks, pearls intertwined with grapes, and Miu Miu ballet flats, the couple's moody vision had nods to a medieval aesthetic and vintage touches, or as Natalie described it, "a Sleeping Beauty illustration personified."Read more...
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Sarah Jay
October 16, 2024
Monica and Dominic’s wedding at The Grove in Las Vegas brought a medieval touch to a venue known for its romantic almond orchard. While most couples embrace the venue’s natural elegance, Monica and Dominic transformed the space into a scene filled with gothic magic and Celtic traditions. “We are both ‘Elder Emos,’ and I have an Irish/Celtic background,” Monica told us. “So we wanted something that really reflected our roots and personalities.”Read more...
Kat
Three Region
October 11, 2024
It isn't often that you see a bride choose a black wedding gown contrasted against a vineyard location, but that's exactly what Sophia wanted when she married Dan. The wedding was in October, the both autumnal weather and spooky season influenced their day. They had beautiful burnt orange floral pieces, metallic bridesmaid dresses, the skull and skeleton decorations, and they even used dried branches as their wedding arch.Read more...
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Darling Darlene
October 3, 2024
Melissa and Heder’s wedding was gothic romance themed day in September. The couple exchanged vows at the St. Francis Chapel, an architectural gem tucked inside Balboa Park’s Museum of Us. “We love history, art, and architecture, and our venues reflect that,” Melissa says. “The chapel looks like something out of an old Catholic church, but it’s actually an exhibit. It’s unconsecrated, which made it feel like we were bending the rules just a little.”Read more...
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Liam Foster
September 10, 2024
Judy and Matt eloped near the Kings Tableland in the the Blue Mountains in New South Wales. Doing something traditional was never on the cards , and from the moment Matt proposed with a black diamond engagement ring, the tone for their unique day was set.Read more...
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KT
August 30, 2024
On a crisp February day, the Lunar New Year for the year of the dragon no less, Chris and Barbara-Anna exchanged vows in a celebration that felt like it was pulled directly from the pages of a fantasy novel. They were wed after eight years together, nearly exactly to the day they first started dating.Read more...
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Callaway Gable
August 29, 2024
Yes you read that right - a gothic AND rainbow themed wedding...if you're wondering how can two such different themes co-exist in one wedding then wonder no more because that's exactly what Sadie and John had! With the help of Intertwined Events, they pulled off the most creative version of the bride's vision. She wanted a colourful, artistic day but with alternative, gothic-esque touches that really felt like them.Read more...
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Deidra Wilson
August 20, 2024
What started as a joke about getting married in a drive-through during their annual New Year’s Eve trip to Vegas, turned into a reality for Vanessa and Rob, who were married on January 3rd at A Little White Wedding Chapel.Read more...
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Georgina Piper
August 19, 2024
When Catherine and Richard set out to plan their wedding, they wanted a day that truly reflected their unique journey and personalities. Catherine, an avid reader of Rock n Roll Bride, has always had an exquisite taste for the finer things and so together, they created a wedding that combined edgy gothic elements with the haunting beauty of Venice, where Richard proposed.Read more...
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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!Read more...
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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.Read more...
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Ashley White Photos
October 22, 2024
At the heart of Atlanta’s vibrant creative scene, this styled wedding shoot at Hotel Clermont brought together retro flair and boho charm with a fresh, inclusive twist. Originally built in 1924, the hotel’s eclectic yet nostalgic interior was the perfect backdrop for this collaboration between local vendors and visionaries.Read more...
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Erin Roberts
September 16, 2024
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The Villar Photo Co.
August 6, 2024
If you picked up a copy of the latest issue of the magazine, then you will have already seen a preview of this incredible yellow wedding session. We loved the photos so much we felt they deserved a full feature in all it's sunny and bright glory too!Read more...
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Amy Davies
July 17, 2024
Inspired by the opulent charm of Bridgerton and the grandeur of their castle location, wedding photographer Amy Davies envisioned a unique shoot blending maximalist and gothic elegance.Read more...
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The Love Club
June 25, 2024
Sometimes, all it takes is a little creativity and a lot of love to turn an ordinary space into something truly magical. This was the vision behind this wedding editorial, organised by a crew of Kansas City creatives, led by photographers Syd and Sam of The Love Club.Read more...
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Kirsty Mackenzie
June 7, 2024
Above-the-knee micro minis are truly having their bridal moment, so for issue 55's cover shoot we wanted to give this idea a Rock ‘n’ Roll twist. We incorporated structured skirts and corsets, and accessorised with ribbons, bows, applique flowers, big sleeves and some really fun, creative veils.Read more...
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Kirsty Mackenzie
March 4, 2024
Step into the future of bridal fashion as we unveil a sensory revolution in wedding dresses! For 2024/25, bridal designers are truly pushing the boundaries and using a range of innovative fabrics to transform gowns into masterpieces that not only captivate the eyes but tantalise all your senses.Read more...
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Chupich
February 16, 2024
With a budget of just $500, but a ton of ideas, photographer Florence Chupich and florist Revel teamed up to create this elopement photo shoot. It was inspired by the 'old' part of Florida, away from the tourist traps and theme parks.Read more...
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BG Studios
February 9, 2024
You're going to adore this homage to the spirit of rock n' roll mixed with Valentine's Day motifs. Inspired by none other than the King of Rock n' Roll himself, Elvis Presley, this wedding shoot was all about creating a retro, loved up, nostalgic mood, set against the backdrop of love's most celebrated day. Velvet textures mixed with reds and pinks created this visual feast that was all about celebrating love!Read more...