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Stories, guides, and inspiration from the world of weddings — curated by our editorial team.
Bridal Fashion
Runway to Aisle: Which Spring 2026 Collections Are Actually Bridal-Ready
Fashion girls have a secret: they don't always shop the bridal section. They shop the runway. A guide to the Spring 2026 collections worth wearing down the aisle.
2026-03-20
·7 min read
Bridal Fashion
The Case for Black: Why Dark Wedding Dresses Are Having a Moment
The black wedding dress is no longer the rebel choice. It’s simply a choice—and increasingly, the choice of brides who understand that fashion authority matters more than tradition.
2026-03-18
·7 min read
Bridal Fashion
Borrowed From the Boys: Bridal Suiting, Trousers & Tuxedo Looks We Love
The most fashion-forward weddings lately have a visual signature: the bride in tailored suiting. Not as an alternative, but as the primary statement.
2026-03-16
·8 min read
Photography
The Art of the First Look: Why More Couples Are Choosing This Intimate Moment
Before the ceremony begins, a quiet moment between two people can say everything. We explore why the first look has become one of the most beloved wedding traditions.
2026-03-15
·1 min read
Beauty
The “Undone” Bride: Why Effortless Hair & Natural Makeup Are Replacing Overdone Glam
The full-glam bride is becoming historical. The current bride looks like she just got ready—which doesn’t mean unmade-up, it means the labor is invisible.
2026-03-14
·8 min read
Design
Quiet Luxury Weddings: Understated Venues, Organic Florals & Tonal Palettes
The quiet luxury wedding whispers. It’s the aesthetic of The Row and Loro Piana—neutral tones, worn stone, aged wood. Expensive not because of quantity but because of restraint.
2026-03-12
·9 min read
Bridal Fashion
The Rise of the Second Dress (and Third): Reception Looks Brides Are Actually Wearing
The outfit change has become standard. For fashion-forward brides, it’s a creative opportunity—each dress a chapter, each change a moment.
2026-03-10
·8 min read
Trends
2026 Wedding Trends: What the Industry's Best Are Predicting
From intimate micro-weddings to maximalist floral installations, we asked top planners and photographers what they're seeing walk down the aisle this year.
2026-03-08
·8 min read
Bridal Fashion
The Best Non-Traditional Wedding Shoes Right Now
The bridal shoe—that delicate white satin kitten heel—is increasingly irrelevant. Today’s wedding shoes express a point of view. A guide to what’s actually worth wearing.
2026-03-08
·7 min read
Bridal Fashion
Bridal Jewelry That Isn’t Diamonds: Pearls, Colored Stones & the Art of the Stack
The solitaire diamond is still an option. But it’s now just that—one option among many. A guide to the bridal jewelry redefining what it means to wear something meaningful.
2026-03-06
·8 min read
Planning Guide
How to Build a Wedding Mood Board Like a Creative Director
The most visually cohesive weddings don’t happen by accident. They’re the result of a single creative vision carried through every element. Here’s how to build yours.
2026-03-04
·9 min read
Planning Guide
How to Find Your Wedding Photographer: A Guide to the Questions That Matter
Beyond style and price, the right photographer is someone who makes you feel at ease. Here's how to find them.
2026-02-28
·7 min read
Inspiration
The Case for the Destination Wedding: Why More Couples Are Saying 'I Do' Abroad
Italy, France, Mexico, Greece — destination weddings are surging. We speak with planners who specialize in making the dream a reality.
2026-02-14
·9 min read