Kat
June 26, 2025
It’s the height of wedding season and suppliers up and down the country and sweating it out working on their summer weddings. While you’re so busy, marketing is probably the last thing in your mind, but have you stopped to think about how you’re going to start getting those 2026 bookings?Read more...
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Bree Lion of Breeze
June 26, 2025
Back in the summer of 2015, Rae kept noticing the same colourful character backstage at the festivals where she worked. Big beard. Bright suits. Always laughing. She remembers him dancing across a field in hot pink and shorts. His name was Morgan. They met through a mutual friend. Then that was it.Read more...
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Cassandra Daye
June 25, 2025
Las Vegas has always had a reputation for spontaneous weddings, but for alternative couples, a Vegas wedding offers something more useful: flexibility. You can build a day that looks however you want it to. Wear what you like. Invite who you want. Keep it small. Go all out. Skip the traditions or invent your own. Vegas can take it.Read more...
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Rust and Bark
June 25, 2025
t's not often you see gothic inspired weddings on white sand beaches, but that's exactly what felt right for Koleen and Tay. Both hairstylists with the same February birthday (!) they chose a private stretch of Mexican coast because Koleen had always dreamed of getting married by the ocean wearing black. Tying the knot the day before Halloween, right in the middle of Día de Muertos celebrations, it was the perfect setting for them.Read more...
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Marissa Solini
June 24, 2025
Planning a wedding can be a super stressful time for everyone, but when you have a chronic illness or disability, added stress can also have a huge impact on your physical health. So how do you navigate wedding planning and all the inevitable stresses that it brings while keeping yourself as healthy as possible? Yes, you can take the outlook that most alternative wedding suppliers promote of ‘your day, your way’ and try to make the planning as fun as possible but this only really is the first step when you have a long-term condition.Read more...
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The Queer Bundle/ Stephanie Dreams
June 24, 2025
With a budget of £5,000 and a love of Art Deco and the 1920s, Lori and Max eloped on Burgh Island, Devon, last Autumn.Read more...
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Madison Neumann
June 23, 2025
Sometimes the simple ideas are the best: a couple in love, a purple veil and a rollerskates - I mean, what's not to love about that?!Read more...
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Alyssa Keys
June 23, 2025
There’s a lot of noise around AI right now, from fears about job losses to concerns over ethics and the environment. But like it or not, AI isn’t going anywhere. So rather than bury my head in the sand, I figured it was better to use my platform to help you understand it - and hopefully show you how to use it responsibly, creatively, and in a way that helps you plan the wedding you actually want.Read more...
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Bambino International
June 20, 2025
Four days. Three hundred guests. One full-circle ceremony. And a final blessing from a cast of drag queens.Read more...
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Evie Joy
June 20, 2025
This isn’t a styled shoot trying to sell you a dress or a venue. Its a love letter to the people who don’t see themselves in wedding magazines or Pinterest boards. The ones building new traditions, reflective of who they are.Read more...
Kat
June 19, 2025
Looking to sparkle brighter than a disco ball at Studio 54? Winifred Rose is going to be your go-to for all the sequin-studded, embellished bridal looks you’ve been searching for! Whether you’re wanting to rock a sequin jumpsuit at your hen do, own the spotlight in a short, sassy number at your engagement party, or dazzle down the aisle with something glam on the day itself - Winifred Rose has you covered.Read more...
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Hennessy Photo Co.
June 19, 2025
Kelsey and Miles didn’t just include weed in their wedding, they built the whole thing around it. From the private vows and gift exchange at the International Church of Cannabis, the bar with curated strains to the disco ball dancers and aerial performers spinning above the dancefloor, this was never going to be a traditional celebration. And it certainly wasn’t trying to be.Read more...
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By Brianna Marie
June 18, 2025
By now, you’ve probably seen those viral “wedding recap” reels on TikTok or Instagram – the ones that somehow appear just hours after the ceremony. The ones that make you go: Wait, how did they already post that?! Well, there’s a good chance a wedding content creator was behind it. A wedding content creator is a service provider who creates primarily video content on their phones. The idea is you have a skilled person who is capturing all of the moments of a wedding, candidly. That is also the person, a couple would put in charge of recreating any trending videos or transitions, lip syncs, etc. They often provide clips in a quick turn around, so the couple can share their wedding “in real time” or within a the few days after, on their social media. Some wedding content creators even offer a wedding day takeover, so they really are posting the wedding day in real time. We spoke to Falon Mei of Vegas Wedding Content Creator all about this rising, and sometimes controversial, new trend.Read more...
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Beleef Jullie Bruiloft
June 17, 2025
Weddings bring out a ton of emotions. Not just for the couple getting married, but for everyone around them - friends, family, co-workers, and that one aunt who’s convinced it’s her job to make sure things are “done properly.”Read more...
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Smoke and the Sea
June 17, 2025
Every now and then, a shoot lands in our inbox that makes us want to scream YESSSSSS and throw our laptops across the room in pure excitement. This is one of those shoots. It’s not just visually stunning, it’s visionary. Bold, sculptural, mythic and modern all at once. A wedding editorial that doesn’t just break the mould - it tosses it into a volcano and dances in the ashes.Read more...
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Leesha Williams Photo + Film
May 30, 2025
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Maoizm Bridal
June 11, 2025
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Hazelton Creative
May 28, 2025
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Becky Weir
June 3, 2025
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Be There Photo
June 5, 2025
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Kristina Wild
May 29, 2025
Alexandra Merri
June 16, 2025
Flowers have long symbolised love, beauty, and new beginnings, so it’s no wonder they are synonymous with weddings. Although they often take centre stage when it comes to wedding décor, floral details can be woven into bridal styling too. Whether you’re inspired by bold maximalist floral prints, statement accessories, or vintage treasures, adding floral details to your wedding look allows you to infuse a sense of romantic whimsy into your aisle style.Read more...
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Maoizm Bridal
June 11, 2025
Let’s be real. Most “budget wedding” advice you find online isn’t really budget advice. It’s “my aunt is a florist” advice. It’s “my best friend is a graphic designer and gifted us our invites” advice. It’s “we got married on my parents’ estate” advice. But what if you don’t have any of that?Read more...
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Rebecca Carpenter
June 10, 2025
Flowers have always been at the heart of wedding styling, but how do you make your ideas feel fresh in a world of Pinterest boards and Insta-worthy arches?Read more...
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Lovers and Legends
June 9, 2025
Planning a wedding is an emotional journey, and for queer couples it can come with a whole extra layer of considerations. Beyond the spreadsheets and Pinterest boards, there’s a very real need to feel safe, seen, and celebrated by the people helping you plan your day. That’s why finding LGBTQ+ affirming vendors – not just tolerant, but actively inclusive – is so essential. Here are our tips for finding wedding professionals who don’t just accept you, but champion your love.Read more...
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Story of Eve
June 4, 2025
When we talk about DIY weddings, we usually think of décor projects, flowers, maybe even a homemade cake… but you can also go DIY with what you wear! Whether you’re dreaming of designing your own outfit from scratch or just adding a personal touch to accessories, with patience and a clear vision, DIY can become a meaningful expression of who you are.Read more...
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Sarah Brookes
June 2, 2025
If you’ve always dreamed of wearing a vintage wedding dress, you’re not alone. Vintage has always been a popular choice for alternative brides, but it's a growing trend in the more mainstream wedding industry again too. Nearlyweds wanting to make more sustainable, eco-friendly choices are increasing looking at vintage gowns. And when Alex Cooper, of the Call Her Daddy podcast, chose some vintage pieces for some of her recent wedding looks, it only further highlighted this as a trend for Gen-Z brides.Read more...
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Dionne Kraus
May 26, 2025
The cost of flowers has risen significantly since the pandemic. Many growers went out of business, and those that stayed had to rethink their operation - cutting production and wastage to maintain sustainability. There has also been a push for eco-friendly practices, which means investing in new technology. Factor in rising wages, transport costs, Brexit-related border checks, and soaring business expenses for growers and florists alike, and you’ve got some seriously pricey stems.Read more...
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Mary Costa
May 22, 2025
If your wedding speech sounds like it was written by ChatGPT on a caffeine crash, you’re doing it wrong. This isn’t the time for safe, sweet, and forgettable. It’s your one chance to light up the room, speak from your heart, and maybe even make your grandmother blush a little. If you’re going to speak at your wedding (and I think you absolutely should), now’s your time to just f**king say it. Here are five controversial (but genius) techniques from speech coach Susie Ashfield on how to ditch the fluff and deliver a wedding speech people will actually remember.Read more...
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The Sugarcoated Company
May 21, 2025
When you think of "bridal lingerie", what comes to mind? Ivory lace? Strapless bras? Shapewear that flattens more than it flatters? Yeah… same. But if you're here, reading Rock n Roll Bride, chances are you’re not looking for “tradition” wrapped in tissue paper. You’re planning a wedding that’s unapologetically you. Which means your lingerie shouldn't be some beige afterthought, it should be part of the fantasy.Read more...
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Erica Whiting
May 20, 2025
Do you ever play the people-watching game in big train stations? As somebody who first met my now-husband under the clock at Waterloo, I love giving back-stories to strangers as I wait. My favourite time to do it is when I spot somebody carrying a bunch of flowers. I wonder if those ranunculi mean “congrats on the new job”, or if those red roses mean “I’m sorry for being a prick”. Whatever the meaning, when it comes to flowers, there is always a message being sent. And, sometimes, there is even a whole secret language in bloom. So, why not use your flowers to help send the messages you want to on your wedding day?Read more...
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Dale Weeks
May 14, 2025
Welcome to "Ask an Expert" - your chance to have your wedding planning questions answered by our crack team of wedding pros! Each issue of the magazine will spotlight a different wedding expert, so whatever help you need, email us with the subject line “Ask an Expert,” and your question might be featured in a future editionRead more...
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Ash Mirr Photo
June 3, 2025
Alexandra and Taylor didn’t want a traditional wedding. In fact, they actively avoided it. Instead, they flew to Las Vegas and tied the knot in the most gloriously tacky, retro, rock-inspired way they could imagine -inside the iconic Little White Chapel.Read more...
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Amber Garrett
May 27, 2025
When you choose to get married on Valentine’s Day in Las Vegas, there’s not much point in playing it cool. Lucy and Russell leaned in to the romance of it all. From the bride's heart-covered veil and shoes, to her red dress to the heart shaped cake, their wedding at A Little White Chapel was unapologetically playful and romantic.Read more...
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The Costa Sisters
May 12, 2025
When they first met at the Brighton Tattoo Convention in 2015, Lauren and Glyn never imagined they’d one day be getting married - for the second time - under neon lights with a rock’n’roll Elvis impersonator in Las Vegas. But to mark five years of marriage, that’s exactly what they did: a vow renewal and the honeymoon they never had, all rolled into one.Read more...
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Of Color and Hue
May 7, 2025
Angel and Shane didn’t want a wedding that felt too staged. They wanted a day that made sense for them, built around colour and joy with zero pressure to fit someone else's idea of what a wedding should look like.Read more...
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Tree of Life Films
March 10, 2025
Andrew and Leah flew to Las Vegas the day after Christmas to elope, just the two of them. They wanted to stick to a small budget and be as sustainable as possible, so everything they wore besides the bride's veil and the groom's suit were secondhand.Read more...
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Petite Cherry Photo
January 31, 2025
Melanie and Daniel got hitched on Halloween at the Sure Thing Chapel in downtown Vegas. The chapel handled everything for them—the officiant, the flowers, and even recommending the photographer—making the whole process completely stress-free, even as Vegas first-timers. They didn’t technically invite any guests; the people who came kind of invited themselves!Read more...
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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.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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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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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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Cat Brant
June 9, 2025
For vintage lovers Tiffany and Lou, their wedding was less about tradition and more about timeless style and staying true to who they are. With a shared passion for fashion from the 1930s to 1950s, it was only natural that their wedding day wardrobe was a masterclass in old-school elegance.Read more...
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JoAnne Dunn Photographers
June 4, 2025
Samantha and Michael’s wedding wasn’t about themes, trends, or traditions. It was about them. Eloping to the Amalfi Coast, they chose Hotel Santa Caterina, a cliffside jewel in southern Italy, as the backdrop for a day that felt entirely, unapologetically theirs.Read more...
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Leesha Williams Photo + Film
May 30, 2025
As a gay, non-gender conforming couple, tradition wasn’t something AJ and Ryan felt obligated to follow. That freedom shaped every part of their day into something intimate and imaginative. "We had no expectations on us so we could make it our own, start our own traditions", they wrote. "We skipped pretty much all of the normal wedding traditions bar not seeing each other the night before the wedding. We kept that one for the excitement and to give each other space to decompress after the hectic build up."Read more...
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Kristina Wild
May 29, 2025
Alix and Zac’s wedding was a bold, unapologetic celebration of love, queerness, and pure joy. From the outset, they made it clear they weren’t here to perform some outdated checklist of rituals - they were here to celebrate their love on their terms. They didn't follow any rulebook; they followed their hearts.Read more...
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Mala
May 26, 2025
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Amy Katherine
May 23, 2025
After knowing each other since school, and five official years together, Gemma finally proposed in a graveyard after a deeply emotional Taylor Hawkins tribute gig at Wembley. Marnee returned the favour six months later, mid-set at an All Time Low concert.Read more...
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Marta Ramazzotto
May 15, 2025
Elizabeth and Daniele chose Taipana, Italy, as the backdrop for their summer wedding. Surrounded by trees and wild greenery, they wanted a day that felt both relaxed and personal, blending rustic charm with a rock ‘n’ roll edge. They filled the space with fairy lights and and custom touches that reflected their personalities, leaning into their love for live music and nature. “We wanted it to feel like a festival, with a bit of edge,” Elizabeth explained. “Something that felt truly like us."Read more...
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Phoebe C
May 13, 2025
Byron and Rose's wedding was the ultimate blend of laid-back rebellion and deep personal style - think shotgun wedding energy meets backyard house party, with a punk twist. Hosting it at the a family home kept it intimate and unruly in the best way (but did mean it was a lot of work to organise!)Read more...
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The Costa Sisters
May 12, 2025
When they first met at the Brighton Tattoo Convention in 2015, Lauren and Glyn never imagined they’d one day be getting married - for the second time - under neon lights with a rock’n’roll Elvis impersonator in Las Vegas. But to mark five years of marriage, that’s exactly what they did: a vow renewal and the honeymoon they never had, all rolled into one.Read more...
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Bellanet
May 8, 2025
Justin and Kelsey didn’t set out to throw a wedding for anyone but themselves. "It’s for us, not them," Kelsey said, and they stuck to that from start to finish. They had a limited budget, so did everything from the cake, flowers, props and decor themselves. "The theme was forest goth... basically using all the decor from our home!"Read more...
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Of Color and Hue
May 7, 2025
Angel and Shane didn’t want a wedding that felt too staged. They wanted a day that made sense for them, built around colour and joy with zero pressure to fit someone else's idea of what a wedding should look like.Read more...
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Alt Wedding Co.
June 12, 2025
It all started on one of those days where Stef, half of Un-Traditional Wedding Stylists, was mindlessly scrolling through Facebook, when she came across the Teenage Cancer Trust’s #WearABandTShirtDay campaign. The concept was simple: wear your favourite band tee to work, raise awareness and support for young people with cancer. But something about it sparked more than just casual interest.Read more...
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Susannah Johnson
June 2, 2025
Ash and Alex wanted moody romance, Doja Cat, lightsabers, and a cake that actually got eaten for their wedding. The bride was dead set on wearing a black dress an the groom wanted to wear a deep purple suit, so that was the perfect jumping off point for their colour scheme and bringing their dark romance fantasy to life.Read more...
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Bellanet
May 8, 2025
Justin and Kelsey didn’t set out to throw a wedding for anyone but themselves. "It’s for us, not them," Kelsey said, and they stuck to that from start to finish. They had a limited budget, so did everything from the cake, flowers, props and decor themselves. "The theme was forest goth... basically using all the decor from our home!"Read more...
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Nautical Studios
April 9, 2025
As a wedding planner, Celine had spent years organising weddings for other people. She knew what to expect when she got engaged, but when it came to her own day, she wasn’t interested in taking the traditional route. “Weddings can be whatever you want them to be,” she told us. “There’s no rulebook unless you decide to follow one.”Read more...
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Story Maker Photos
March 21, 2025
After fourteen years together and four years engaged, Kayla and Riley didn’t want a big production, a long guest list, or a rigid itinerary. Instead, they planned an elopement that reflected their love of horror. They started the day at The Stanley Hotel, the inspiration behind The ShiningRead more...
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McKenzie Bigliazzi
March 7, 2025
Gianna and Patrick chose an intimate elopement in the mountains of Breckenridge, Colorado, with only their Chihuahua and a photographer with them as their witnesses. In Colorado, you don't need an officiant to make it legal, so they decided to say their vows alone. They even got their dog got to sign as a witness with his paw print on the marriage license!Read more...
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Garnet Dahlia
March 5, 2025
With a shared love for all things dark and spooky, Kelsey and Mackenzie crafted a 'Til Death' theme for their wedding that embraced their personalities without slipping into a full-blown Halloween vibe. Their October celebration balanced moody decor with black, emerald green, and metallic accents, alongside a scattering of skeletons.Read more...
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Raw
March 3, 2025
Shannon and Jennifer’s wedding was an autumnal celebration wrapped in Halloween spirit. They embraced the season’s colours, filled their venue with pumpkins and autumn leaves, and invited guests to lean into the theme by partying in fancy dress.Read more...
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Sofia Katherine
February 25, 2025
Amanda and Cody’s wedding was a night to remember—literally. With a theme built around the deep blue hues of twilight and the glow of candlelight, they designed a ceremony that reflected their love for the beauty of darkness without relying on the usual horror tropes.Read more...
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Petite Cherry Photo
January 31, 2025
Melanie and Daniel got hitched on Halloween at the Sure Thing Chapel in downtown Vegas. The chapel handled everything for them—the officiant, the flowers, and even recommending the photographer—making the whole process completely stress-free, even as Vegas first-timers. They didn’t technically invite any guests; the people who came kind of invited themselves!Read more...
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The Cardinals
January 22, 2025
Meghan and Chris’s November wedding was held at a gothic style mansion in the Catskills, New York. They were entranced by the venue, which was filled with rich history, and stunning woods surrounding it. They really tried to make it their own; the first dance, for example, was done behind a curtain with a spotlight so their 75 guests could only see their silhouettes. They also had a tarot card reader as an option for guests who didn't want to dance in the evening.Read more...
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Alt Wedding Co.
June 12, 2025
It all started on one of those days where Stef, half of Un-Traditional Wedding Stylists, was mindlessly scrolling through Facebook, when she came across the Teenage Cancer Trust’s #WearABandTShirtDay campaign. The concept was simple: wear your favourite band tee to work, raise awareness and support for young people with cancer. But something about it sparked more than just casual interest.Read more...
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Erica Cervantez Photo
May 19, 2025
Just when you think the world has seen every possible wedding idea and theme, someone comes along and creates a damn Teletubbies-inspired bridal shoot! Because why not ditch the classic white colour palette and throw in a nod to your favourite childhood fever dream?Read more...
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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.Read more...
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McKenzie Bigliazzi
May 6, 2025
At a time when so many weddings and styled shoots are looking like carbon copies of each other, this one, planned to perfection by Hitched AF and photographed by McKenzie Bigliazzi is a very much welcomed and needed breath of fucking FRESH AIR.Read more...
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Jen Patterson Photo
April 17, 2025
When fashion-forward meets fiercely in love, magic happens. Set against the effortlessly stylish backdrop of Caster House in Los Angeles, this edgy editorial shoot for the Ride or Die Retreats, brought a slice of Santorini to the heart of LA.Read more...
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Ellie Mac
April 15, 2025
What happens when you combine a love for skiing, an eye for alternative bridal fashion, and a dream of saying "I do" on the side of a snowy mountain? You get this epic elopement shoot that blends adrenaline, sequins, and serious style. Set against the winter wonderland of Zakopane, Poland, this shoot is a glittering reminder that your wedding can be just as adventurous (and stylish) as you are.Read more...
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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.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