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Ten years before their wedding, Madison Kuhlmann and Carlo Pauldine first crossed paths as freshmen at, of all places, University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Jordan first met Seth while sprawled across the couch in his tiny apartment after a semester abroad in Copenhagen. What began as overlapping friend groups

The newlyweds welcomed guests to the Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District for a reception that felt like stepping into a whimsical garden party.

“Do what feels right for you and stay united with your partner,” shares Cristabel. “Remember, you are a team, and the day is about both of you.”

Yard games, beach lounging and long conversations filled the early golden hours, giving way to a packed dance floor as soon as the first beat dropped.

From hidden ring bearers to a Backstreet Boys sing-along, Dominique and Stephanie designed a joy-filled celebration centered on community and connection.

From Sedona sound baths to Palm Springs pool days, brides are trading packed party itineraries for slower, more restorative weekends.

After matching on a dating app, Kristina Rodulfo proposed that she and Michael Heal meet for the first time at a popular cocktail lounge. “He was a few minutes late, which, now that I know him is so unlike punctual Michael, but he was new to NYC from…

Any recent bride or groom will agree that planning a wedding during a global pandemic is, to put it mildly, a challenge. After Sarah Pisano and Alexis Maliksi got engaged, they selected a wedding planner and reviewed their options—which were…

Sentimental wedding venues provide an extra-special backdrop for anyone’s “I dos”—especially when the venue is family-owned. “I had decided on the venue before Antik and I were even engaged,” recalls bride Jill Lorack. “I asked my mother if we could…

Planning your wedding can be stressful—it’s important to savor the fun moments. In that spirit, bride Kristina (Krisy) Temple went a step (or two) further, opting to forgo engagement pictures in favor of a wedding-planning photoshoot. With her…

A unique lifestyle rooted in nature is yours when you live at Harvest at Limoneira—and the outdoor activities to explore around town run the gamut. What’s greener than a golf course? With a thoughtfully crafted landscape and enhanced parkland feel,…

Megan Simpson A good bite is hard to come by… a phrase that doesn’t hold up in Bali, Indonesia. On every street corner, every small road, every beachy locale, every trek into the jungle, you’re going to find mouth-watering food. A list of all the…

Flipping through even the most up-to-date Bali travel guides may not point you toward exactly what you’re looking for. When planning an upcoming jaunt to this gorgeous destination, it’s natural to seek out popular activities, restaurants, and hotels…

Best Places to Stay in Japan, Travel Guide — The sights, sounds, smells, and cuisine of Japan have enticed millions of world travelers to her shores. There’s an energy—not to mention, a clear aesthetic—to the country that draws you in. It truly lets…

Though Santa Barbara is known for many an attraction, visitors and locals alike seem to be drawn down to its sandy shores. For those searching for the perfect wedding venue, a beach in Santa Barbara feels pretty close to a no-brainer but you may be…

Megan Simpson Sun, surf, sand… it doesn’t get much more “stereotypical Californian” than the beach paradise suburb of Malibu. Known around the world as the seaside playground for the rich and famous living in Los Angeles, you’d think Malibu would…