IAA Wedding Association

. . . a global community of local wedding providers

The IAA Wedding Association helps new customers find your business.  You can START TODAY FOR FREE by either claiming your business listing on our site or you can create your new business listing.

 

What is the IAA Wedding Association? 

 

The IAA Wedding Association is a key component of the International Association Alliance’s (IAA) community of associations, organizations, businesses and individuals.  Membership provides your business with access to new customers who are looking for your business and the products or services that you provide.

 

Business association memberships help you build your brand awareness, while increasing your brand’s credibility.  This helps you to “close the deal” with new customers.

 

The IAA Wedding Association helps establish the Wedding community business standards that help attract independent businesses to become members.  These independent businesses understand the value of being part of an industry group that provides credibility and helps them build their brand. 

 

See how easy and inexpensive it is for your business to use the power of multiple association memberships to build your business.  Instead of spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year, your IAA membership allows you to join the associations whose membership will benefit your business, all for one low membership investment.

Why IAA membership is an investment in your business!

 

IAA membership is a small investment with big rewards and includes membership in our growing number of business associations which include:

 

IAA Bar, Pub & Tavern Association

IAA Bed & Breakfast Association

IAA Better Business Alliance

IAA Boutique, Shop & Store Association

IAA Brewery, Cidery & Distillery Association

IAA Café, Diner & Restaurant Association

IAA Farm & Ranch Stay Association

IAA Mall, Market & Outlet Association

IAA Green Business Alliance

IAA Guide, Outfitter & Tour Association

IAA Limousine & Coach Association

IAA Spa & Wellness Association

IAA Vineyard & Winery Association

IAA Wedding Association

 

Instead of spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year, your IAA membership allows you to join the associations whose membership will benefit your business, all for one low membership investment.

 

Do you care about people and the environment? 

 

What kind of business do you think your customers want to do business with?  Customers today are looking for businesses that help people and protect the environment.  To address this need, your membership also includes membership in Accessibility International and Sustainability International.

 

Why IAA membership is important for your business.

 

When it comes to your business, everything you do on the Internet is done to get your business noticed.  You hope that your website, and social media accounts will attract attention and help someone to become your customer.

 

The Internet is a great place to market your business, but the competition is fierce.  Do you get frustrated knowing that your small business has to compete for customers with huge global companies? 

 

Because you are working with limited resources, you have to provide even more paths for your business to be discovered by new customers.  And when they find you, you have to quickly give them good reasons why they should entrust you with their business. 

 

Please, if you want more new customers to find your business, learn how the International Association Alliance can help your business connect with those customers.  You have to be creative with your marketing, giving potential customers unique ways to find your business.

 

When a potential new customer searches for your business, they use a search engine, either Google, Bing, Yahoo, or one of the others.   Google is the most prominent search and two of Google’s top-ranking factors for any website are BACKLINKS, and CONTENT.

 

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Ask Questions on Your Facebook Page to Get More Comments *

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Katie and Wes’s Dreamy Outdoor Stanley, Idaho Wedding *

This dreamy, family-focused wedding filled the wide-open Stanley, Idaho spaces with love, miracles, and tears. After many obstacles were thrown their way, Katie and Wes transformed their large celebration into a day that prioritized their love, cherished loved ones,...

Colorful Italian Indian Wedding at Il Borro *

Freena and Harrison always knew they wanted to get married in Tuscany—it was where they went on their first trip together and got engaged at a castle not far from their wedding venue! Il Borro provided an authentic Tuscan experience, a place where all of the guests...

Big Fake Wedding Charleston’s Take On Swiss Alps Inspiration *

The Big Fake Wedding Charleston caught us by surprise when they hosted another Swiss Alps wedding inspiration event. Then we saw the images—expertly captured by Wyeth Augustine Photography and Justin and Lauren Photography—and fell in love all over again. This time,...

Charming Rooftop Wedding at The Line DC *

Yuri and Ryan’s wedding, like many this year, hit a few bumps in planning. After initially deciding to throw a large wedding, the couple had to change their plans and trim their guest list—thanks COVID. Their pivot to a microwedding was stunning and we’re so thrilled...

Stunning Plus Size Wedding Dresses *

photos via (from left) Fashion Nova, WTOO, Curvaceous Couture If there’s one thing we can’t get enough of—it’s wedding dresses. We love perusing our favorite online wedding dress shops, Pinterest, and Instagram for the latest trends in bridal fashion. So, as we came...

Classy Cool California Wedding at The Villa del Sol *

Des and Josh’s classy cool California wedding at the Villa del Sol is making our vintage-loving hearts melt! Between the intricate lace detail of Des’ Badgley Mischka gown and her bold drop-down earrings to the historic hotel built in 1923, the photos captured by...

Forest Meets Ocean in This Big Sur Micro Wedding *

When faced with COVID and a wildfire, Kyle and Chandler made the most of their unfortunate situation by tying the knot in a stunning untraditional Big Sur micro wedding—to say that we’re obsessed is an understatement. The couple wanted to share their love of nature...

The perfect gender-neutral wedding playlist *

Photo by Creatrix Photography Even in 2021, it's hard to find gender-neutral wedding songs, let alone a gender-neutral wedding playlist. The world is so binary, especially in the mainstream media. But you're on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and as such, you want/demand/hope...

2021 Wedding Trends *

Image by Ariana Tennyson. See more of this real wedding here. This year is a celebration of uniqueness—weddings included. 2021 will be filled with trends that will have weddings looking a little different from years passed. A year that will have many steering away...

Whimsical + Natural Chicago Wedding at Cafe Brauer *

When asked about her dream wedding, Briana said, “I have never been the girl to dream about a wedding because I wasn’t sure I’d ever get married. To me, finding the person was more important than envisioning a day with just anyone. When I met Giovanni and knew we’d...

Gorgeous Airbnb Jekyll Island Micro Wedding *

A sunset beach portrait session, a memorable drive in a vintage convertible, and a reception so rowdy that the cops were called. Lindsey and Drew’s Jekyll island micro wedding was unforgettable, to say the least. With the help of friends and family, the couple planned...

Fairy Tale Norway Elopement Despite A Pandemic *

Love can’t be canceled—this rings especially true for Anastasija and Dmitri’s fairy tale Norway elopement. After COVID canceled their original wedding plans, this adventurous couple took to the road for an intimate elopement ceremony. From the waterfall backdrop to...

Industrial Meets Botanical Wedding Inspiration at Loft 1023 *

We love when our vendors team up with other talented wedding pros to create magical wedding inspiration! This floral industrial styled shoot at Loft 1023 was just the inspo our creative hearts were looking for. Beautifully planned by Kylie Farmer Photography, we’re...

2 things I didn’t care about as a chronically ill bride *

I'm sure a lot of spoonie brides relate to this tshirt from Etsy seller Articulated Art Prints When I was engaged to my husband, I was in the process of being diagnosed with lupus and fibromyalgia. During what should have been my time of joy, I was ridiculously sick....

Vintage vibes abound at this Blumen Gardens wedding *

Photos by Allison Williams Photography Allie and Cloie had their colorful and whimsical nuptials at Blumen Gardens in Sicamore, Illinois. They were officially declared as the summer’s best-dressed couple which you'll soon see. Hold on to your tiny, adorable hats…...

13 gorgeous NO-STONE engagement rings *

What geek could say no to this d20 engagement ring? There are lots of reasons for wanting an engagement ring without a gemstone. Maybe you want a stone-free engagement ring because you're hard on jewelry. Maybe you want a no-stone engagement ring because you're just...

Glamorous Wedding Inspiration Features All Black Vendor Team *

Here at Junebug, we’re usually the ones doing all of the gushing about the real weddings we receive. Today we thought we’d do something a little different. This styled shoot, put together by Ma Cherie Bleue, was organized as a symbol of equality. With the reckoning of...

Folksy Hudson Valley Backyard Wedding at Windrift Hall *

We’re so glad that Katie and Todd opted for an autumn wedding at Windrift Hall rather than eloping–their original plan. One look at these photos had us cozying up with blankets and sipping pumpkin spice lattes. The couple pulled off a fresh fall backyard feel with...

Choice Award Categories—What We’re Looking For *

Photo by Fox and Kin It’s here! The Junebug Weddings Choice Awards are underway. There are six categories up for grabs in this year’s Choice Awards and we’ve detailed each category below to better explain what we’re looking for and the types of nominations that we...

Handfasting ceremony script with ring exchange and vows *

Photos by Aniko Levai Photography Denise and Lee had a rustic goth enchanted garden wedding at The Poe Museum, and their wedding featured handfasting ceremony with beautiful handfasting cords. If you're curious about handfasting, Offbeat Bride has a massive archive...

A Pacific Northwest Elopement With Lots Of Lace *

If the long lace wedding dress and terracotta-colored suit weren’t enough to Pin this wedding, then the backdrop of this Pacific Northwest rainforest elopement will definitely do the trick. Chelsea and Rafael flew from Florida to the Pacific Northwest to tie the knot...

7 Wedding Signs You Definitely Need At Your Wedding *

Image by Christy Cassano. When you’re planning out your wedding decor, one of the last things that probably comes to mind is wedding signage. However, wedding signs are one of the first things your guests see when arriving, and although they may seem like a small...

16 unique recessional songs for your offbeat wedding *

Photo by Meagan Rinck If you want to be traditional, you'll have "Here Comes the Bride" (aka Wagners' "Bridal Chorus") for the processional at your wedding and Mendelssohn's "Wedding March" for the recessional. But if you don't want to be traditional, we've got ideas...

I had a $6k wedding budget, here’s my expense breakdown *

Photos by Bradley Davis We had a $6000 wedding budget, and we did most of these things detailed in this excellent post on Offbeat Bride. We did get some help from family, but sticking to our wedding budget allowed us to take the month-long cross-country road trip...

Perfectly Vintage Picnic Brunch Wedding

Perfectly Vintage Picnic Brunch Wedding Brooke and Brandon had a clear vision of how they wanted their wedding to look, but more importantly, how they wanted it to feel. With that in mind–and lots of help from loved ones–their beautiful family-owned farm in Dayton,...

Meet-cute story turned galaxy wedding *

Pre-wedding photography (vivid photos, bride has shorter hair): Megan Garbarino Photography Wedding photography (vintage-style photos, bride has longer hair): Federico Villaseñor Jacqueline and William's moon and stars-themed wedding sent us into the galaxy when we...

A Marketing Guide to How Keyword Stemming Works for SEO *

Keyword Stuffing Used to be the Norm   Content writing years ago was much different than it is today.  Stuffing as many keywords as possible into your content was what everybody did.  The following type of sentence was the standard.  “Orlando Eye is one of many...

Stay Warm With These Winter Engagement Photo Outfit Ideas *

Image by Lauren Scotti Congrats on your engagement! Whether the question was popped over the holidays or you’ve been dreaming of a winter wonderland engagement shoot all along, we know that looking cute and staying warm are equally important when it comes to your...

Glamorous Las Vegas Desert Elopement *

Arienne and Kevin’s Las Vegas desert elopement was head to toe glamorous with a jaw-dropping desert view and we are here for it. Their use of a portable champagne and donut cart contrasts against their Las Vegas desert elopement in the most tasteful, beautiful, and...

A Modern Desert Airbnb Brought This Elopement To Life *

COVID-19 has changed the wedding plans of couples worldwide, including Samantha and Zach. Their large outdoor wedding in Boulder quickly became a small modern desert Airbnb elopement at The Modern Taos House in New Mexico. Using decor from their home–including rugs...

Old Hollywood Glam Inspired Portland Backyard Wedding *

When it comes to Old Hollywood, who wouldn’t want to travel back to that era? Sandra and Cooper’s wedding did just that—in their very own backyard! They included many vintage details while adding touches of modern flair. With the help of their wedding planner Bridal...

Dreamy Malteze Santorini Island Elopement *

A Santorini sunset Caldera backdrop with handwritten vows and a surprise opera serenading moment from the chef—we can’t think of a more adventurous and romantic way to say your “I do’s”. With the help of wedding planner Unique and Forever, Mayeth and Mark brought to...

Tropical Industrial Millwick Wedding, Full of Laid-Back Vibes *

Does it get any better than an industrial and tropical wedding? We don’t think so. Lauren and Julian’s tropical day at the industrial Millwick in LA plays up the venue’s lush aesthetic perfectly. One look at the ceremony space and you would think we were in Tulum. The...

Beautifully Intimate Joshua Tree Micro Wedding

Beautifully Intimate Joshua Tree Micro Wedding There’s something enchanting about tying the knot in the heart of the desert, surrounded by your closest friends, family, and the beautiful cacti-filled landscape. When it came time to plan their wedding, Chara and Peter...

How to have a more gender-neutral wedding *

Photo by Jenny GG, from this genderfluid wedding photoshoot. When my partner and I were planning our wedding last year, we decided right away we wanted to skip the wedding traditions that didn't feel like us. We love the beauty of passing on traditions from generation...

How to have unique wedding toasts that feel less sexist *

Photos by Aarography from this wedding where the toasts were done with oreos! In the UK, wedding toasts are traditionally given between the dinner and the cake cutting. The speeches are traditionally given by the groom (occasionally replaced by the father of the...

Outdoor Las Vegas Micro Wedding

Having a micro wedding with your absolute closest friends and family will mean you have more time to spend with each one of them. It’s also the perfect opportunity to get a little creative with the wedding portraits. That’s how Morgan and Matthew knew that an outdoor...

Creative and Uniquely Extravagant New Orleans Wedding *

A purple wedding dress, matching Adidas sneakers with rainbow shoelaces, and a parade in the streets? Talk about a party! Dierdre and Bureen’s New Orleans wedding was unique, creative, and spoke to who they are as a couple. When in the planning process, the couple...

How to Trim Your Wedding Guest List *

Photo by Peyton Rainey. See more from this real wedding here. COVID-19 has taken the world by storm and has particularly impacted the wedding industry. Lavish weddings as we once knew them are changing shape overnight. If you’re dealing with rescheduling or trying to...

How Your Digital Marketing Strategy Build’s Your Brand *

Use Landing Pages to Manage Your Reputation   Building your reputation, which is synonymous with your brand is how successful businesses establish themselves.  It’s how you build the brand that your customers trust and engage with.  You need to monitor your...

Micro Wedding Timeline Examples and Tips *

photo by Lilly Red Photography Of the many benefits that micro weddings offer, easily one of the best is the relaxed and intimate atmosphere as you tie the knot. That relaxed atmosphere also has its drawbacks—starting with its ability to get off course. Creating a...

Sunset Kozani Wedding Steeped In Romantic Elegance *

Who says backyard weddings are boring? With the help of Pompon Story Events, Sofia and Antonis transformed their Greek farmhouse into a stunning wedding venue that hosted over 500 guests! After tying the knot at a local church, the newlyweds made their way to their...

Best Amazon Decorations for Your Backyard Wedding Reception *

photo by Jordan Voth We have a feeling we’re going to be seeing a lot more backyard weddings in the future…and we’re here for it! Hosting all of your closest family and friends for an intimate, outdoor gathering is one of the best ways to “do the thing,” in our...

Island of Favignana Fairy Tale Wedding at Hotel delle Cave *

Katie and Lev dreamed of a fairy tale wedding with pure, honest celebration and intention at every turn, so a magical day at Hotel delle Cave was the perfect choice! We’re smitten with the whimsical design the couple created alongside their planning team Style A...

Beautifully Neutral-Toned Airbnb Ranch Wedding *

This couple originally planned a Bali destination wedding, but then transformed their plans. Instead, their destination wedding turned into a California desert Airbnb ranch micro wedding fully prioritized intimate moments. The change couldn’t be more perfect. Mahalia...

Gorgeous Elopement With A Small Town Feel In NYC *

When lowkey couple Katarina and Reed got engaged, they knew they wanted a small elopement with just the two of them. The elopement in NYC was complete with a ceremony at Long Dock Park overlooking the Hudson River, portraits around the Big Apple captured beautifully...

Is Your Business Customer Focused or Operations Focused *

Is Your Business, Customer or Operations Focused?     Give Your Customer’s a Great Experience   Do you understand what it takes for your company to give customers a great customer service experience?  It takes a lot of effort to create the business...

Social Media Energizes Your Digital Marketing *

What is Social Media Optimization?   Social Media Optimization (SMO) is the use of a number of outlets and communities to generate publicity.  Doing this increases the search awareness of a product, service brand or event.  This raises it’s potential exposure in...

How to Out Convenience Your Competition in Six Easy Steps *

Customer Service is About Expectations   I’ve spent my career working in several diverse industries.  From the oil fields, through new home sales, new home construction, real estate sales,  mortgages, and insurance.  The common thread that binds all of my...

How To Utilize Pantone Wedding Stationery *

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, which means we’re one romantic holiday away from the end of engagement season. Time flies when you’re in love! Now that you’re engaged, a long list of wedding tasks is calling. Whether you know your dream wedding plans or...

Playful Bohemian Wedding at Devil’s Thumb Ranch *

Dana and Kyle’s playful boho wedding at Devil’s Thumb Ranch was the epitome of rustic meets whimsy, and we can’t get enough. The couple wanted nothing more than a day full of natural yet elegant decor with as many personal touches as possible–and they got just that....

5 Things To Say Yes To During Wedding Planning

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Intimate and Soulful East Austin Outdoor Wedding *

Justine’s Secret House was the perfect venue for Chelsea and Marty’s intimate, fun-loving, and stylish wedding. The couple knew that they wanted to have a very intimate celebration of their everlasting love with a family-only ceremony and a reception. Their venue,...

2021 Spring Wedding Guest Dresses *

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Don’t wait for him: a businesswoman’s proposal timeline *

Honestly, we're not totally sure we agree with this perspective, but at Offbeat Bride, we like to offer up ALL the angles, so here ya go… This unique business suit is by Etsy seller LauraGalic As a businesswoman, I run within certain social circles (other...

Building Your Brand Should Be Your Social Media Focus *

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Unique and Stunning Luray Caverns Micro Wedding *

This year may have postponed some weddings, but micro weddings as beautiful as this Luray Caverns wedding will make you want to trim that guest list. Chelsea and Joe opted for a micro wedding at a unique and meaningful venue before throwing a post-ceremony in 2021...

Build Your Digital Marketing Strategy on Email *

Why Doesn’t Email Get the Respect it Deserves?   You can build your Brand using Landing Pages, Email, Social Media, Blogs and apps as part of your successful Digital Marketing Strategy.  Of the items mentioned, do you know what is the most overlooked and most...

Beat Wedding Planning Stress With These 10 Cool Tips *

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How You Can Make Your Content Amazing by Analyzing It *

We All Feel That Our Content Matters   As we write our Blog posts, articles and other web content we do so with one thing in the back of our minds.  Admit it, we all worry because everything we produce will be ranked by GOOGLE!  Whether our content lives or dies...

Mexico City Wedding at Unique Venue Proyecto Público Prim *

Calling all plant lovers! This is one you are going to love. Months before becoming engaged, Constanza and Fernando visited Proyecto Público Prim for the first time, and Constanza commented on how she wanted that to be their wedding venue one day. Ladies and...

Playful Garden-Inspired Italian Summer Wedding *

Whether it’s food, fashion, or wedding day styles, inspiration from Italy is never a bad idea. Plus, with a wedding inspired by an Italian summer, who could resist? Nadia and Thomas wanted an Italian summer wedding—but in Germany. With the Weingut Mussler as their...

Romantic And Intimate Sunset Elopement *

Romantic And Intimate Sunset Elopement The perfect venue for your elopement can truly be anywhere you dream of—even an art gallery. Mato – Art Gallery, or “O Mato,” was the perfect venue for this intimate sunset elopement with its unique backdrops, artistic structure,...

How These 4 SEO Tactics Will Damage Your Brand’s Reputation *

4 SEO Tactics That Damage Your Brand’s Reputation     From a marketing perspective, you’ve got to feel at least a little sorry for the utter devastation of Seaworlds’ sterling brand.  For decades, its parks were a fun, wholesome place to take the family....

Industrial Chic Wynwood Arts District Wedding at MAPS Backlot *

Marina and Adam’s industrial yet whimsical nuptials have us swooning. With friends and family all over the world, the couple knew getting their loved ones to one place would not be an easy task. While they live in Brooklyn, they decided on MAPS Backlot in Miami where...

How I’m throwing a $3k wedding: 7 tips for saving money *

Get married on a Sunday at a state park! Photo by Marianne Wiest Photography My partner and I are have a $3,000 wedding budget for our wedding this fall. Throughout the planning, we're managing to actually stick closely to our budget. Here's how we're doing it....

Elegant Savannah Wedding at Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum *

Love is in the details, especially at this elegant Savannah wedding. By keeping it simple, minimalistic, and elegant, Kristin and Alex let the city where they fell in love do the talking. They added their own personal flair to their wedding by sharing a unique wedding...

Natural Light Floods This Elegant Old Port of Montreal Wedding *

Marisa and Kamil’s elegant Old Port of Montreal wedding is modern meets old Hollywood glamour, and we can’t get enough. The couple hired expert planner Elyna Kudish who transformed the Montreal Science Center into a space full of velvet accents, romantic candlelight,...

Elegant Autumn Austin Wedding at Laguna Gloria *

If there’s two things that will always make us swoon, it’s an Autumnal vibes and a 1920s-inspired day. Samantha and Chris’ elegant wedding at Laguna Gloria has both—and we are feeling inspired! We love the words their photographer, Nikk Nguyen Photo, put together to...

Organic Latvia Destination Wedding at Abgunste Manor *

Perfectly timed golden hour photos at the Abgunste Manor are the pièce de résistance, especially when it’s a wedding as grand as Linda and Vladisalvs’s. By having the reception before the wedding ceremony, this couple opted for a less-traditional route, which was a...

These 6 chemistry ceremonies show off your chemistry at the altar *

Photo by Matt Norris When there's real chemistry between you and your partner, you could choose to convey that idea with a lovely poem or a tear-jerking song… But here's a unique unity ceremony idea: chemistry demonstrations! There's nothing like slipping on some...

Stylish Modern Galicia Wedding at Pepe Vieira *

A colorful rose petal recessional, smoke bombs out of a VW bus, and traditional Spanish musicians, ay Dios Mio! Lore and Paúl’s stylish modern Galicia wedding at Pepe Vieira was the party of the century. The couple combined their cultures to create a day full of...

Classic and Fun Bridal Veil Lakes Wedding in Oregon  *

Between the canoeing races, the gorgeous Oregon landscape, and the contagious smiles, we couldn’t get enough of Carly and Joe’s Bridal Veil Lakes wedding. The couple really turned their classic wedding into the ultimate party for their friends and added some fun...

Fun, Natural, and Intimate White Mountains Elopement *

As more and more couples opt for a micro wedding or elopement, we can’t get enough adventure elopement inspiration. Jessica and Sietha’s White Mountains elopement had everything private mountain “I do’s” need–an A-frame Airbnb, a ceremony amidst the trees, wild floral...

Jewel Tone Scotland Elopement at Cairngorms National Park *

Lizzie and Aaron’s Scotland elopement at Cairngorms National Park has everything we love about adventure elopements: breathtaking scenery, venues rich in history, unique style, and sentimental details. These California natives–with the help of expert planner and...

Modern Boho Middle Eastern Wedding in Tulum *

There’s nothing we love more than a tropical destination wedding here at Junebug, and Tulum happens to be one of our favorites. Leena and Nima’s modern boho middle eastern wedding at Mia Tulum Restaurant and Beach Club was the perfect combination of killer style, a...

Maine Elopement Packages *

A recent New York Times article got the wedding world buzzing about a new trend: the staged elopement. Falling somewhere between a quickie wedding in Vegas and the typical all-out affair, the staged elopement is a reflection of the times. Couples who would rather...

Earthy Autumnal Wedding at Casa Cody in Palm Springs *

Our midcentury desert dreams have come true! Alisa and Phil celebrated their love with an earthy autumnal wedding at Casa Cody. Bellaru Events absolutely stunned us with every detail of the day–from vintage equipale furniture to the personalized neon sign to the...

The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Wedding Ceremony *

Image by Raw Shoots Photography. See more of this real wedding here. Planning your wedding ceremony can be one of the most daunting but also the most rewarding parts of the entire wedding planning process! You get to choose readings, music, florals, seating options,...

Ultimate Guide To Planning A Destination Wedding *

Image by Los Ébano. See more of this real wedding here There’s something magical about tying the knot in a faraway place, surrounded by your loved ones. But when it comes to planning a destination wedding, that magical feeling can start to fade. From marriage...

Parisian Burgundy Autumn Wedding at Cercle Suédois *

Trips to Paris are always a good idea. Any destination wedding as gorgeous as Piper and Tarek’s has us pulling out maps and packing bags to escape to faraway places. With the glowing Eiffel Tower as a backdrop and the dark burgundy color palette, this Parisian autumn...

Naturally Stunning Moore Cove Falls Wedding *

Weddings are all about celebrating love for one another in a place that is meaningful to you as a couple. That’s why Caitlin and David settled on a Moore Cove Falls wedding to celebrate their love. The two always loved the mountains, so they figured why not tie the...

Daniela and Felipe’s Dazzling And Intimate Bogota Wedding *

A bride in an all-white pantsuit, mix-and-match bridesmaid outfits, and a brunch menu—this is the recipe for an authentic, epic celebration that will have nontraditional couples everywhere dreaming of an out-of-the-box wedding day. Daniela and Felipe’s intimate Bogota...

Boho Singapore Beach Wedding at Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa *

A wedding day full of Chinese traditions, silly photos, a glamorous beach set up, and four wedding dresses? Sign us up! Rachel and Anders boho Singapore beach wedding at Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa was the perfect amount of elegant, colorful, and boho. With the help of...

Lovely And Unique Peace Arch Park Micro Wedding

The world may have stopped in 2020 and separated us from each other, but it’s also pushed people to rediscover what truly matters in this life. Love in the time of Covid-19 is really tough but Farah and Malcolm’s lovely and unique Peace Arch Park micro wedding proves...

This Candlelit Toronto Wedding at Airship 37 is Dreamy *

Julianne and Sean’s candlelit Toronto wedding at Airship 37 is impossibly dreamy in every way! Since the couple got married in January, they knew the natural light would be gone by the time of our ceremony. Along with their expert planner, Shannon Bellisle, they got...

French Bohemian Wedding at Les Domaines de Patras *

Every wild and free-spirited fiance needs to see Sanddy and Simon’s boho wedding at Les Domaines de Patras! Their French wedding–put together by Daylove Events–has everything from dramatic floral arrangements put together by Menthe Sauvage to vintage rugs and colored...

Sophisticated Spanish Boho Wedding at Retiro Sambana *

Does it get any better than a boho destination wedding? We don’t think so. We’re positively obsessed with Sarah and Ian’s sophisticated boho wedding at Retiro Sambana! The couple knew planning a destination wedding would be easier with the right team, so they hired...

Jaw-Dropping Oregon Coast Elopement *

Elopements are considered an alternative wedding style, but thanks to the pandemic more couples are opting for these intimate nuptials.  With only a handful of guests in tow, Cassie and Cintia  Oregon coast elopement proves that love conquers all. And we’re obsessed...

Cenote El Buho Elopement in Mexico Features a Mayan Ceremony *

The minute Priscilla and Kingto got engaged, they knew they wanted to elope. The couple wanted to be surrounded by nature and greenery but had no idea how to pull it off. That’s when planner and photographer Conie Suarez Bravo stepped in to execute their vision and...

Fabulously Chic Pontchartrain Hotel Wedding *

With winter only a couple of months away, we’re excitedly waiting for the days of cold weather and holiday celebrations. That’s why we’re soaking in winter wedding inspiration like this in the meantime. Celeste and Andy’s Pontchartrain Hotel wedding in New Orleans is...

Wedding vows for a second marriage *

Photos by Dean Maber Lauren and Chris got married South Africa at The Barn Owl coffee house in Curry's Post in the Midlands, KwaZulu Natal. This was Lauren's second wedding, and she explained: "A few years ago, I went through a horrible divorce. Cheating idiot husband...

Seriously Dazzling Festival Wedding *

A Ferris wheel, a disco ball filled dance floor, and a live 90s band—need we say more? With the help of wedding planner Ellen Robinson, this fun-loving couple was able to fully transform the historic Cherokee Plantation into festival grounds worthy of their love....

Jaw-Dropping Helicopter Elopement in Alaska *

  Getting married is sometimes described as taking your love to new heights. For some couples, this means literally new heights. Bianca and David’s helicopter elopement in Alaska was just that. After their wedding was canceled multiple times due to the pandemic,...

Wedding invitation wording during covid-19 *

"Love is patient but we aren't" email invitation from Greenvelope Hi Offbeat Bride! I'm getting married to my partner at the end of May 2021. We are hopeful that we will be able to have some sort of reception in may, but we're also realistic about a possible "3rd...

GROOM CROWN: for when your groom is a king *

This is Sammy, rocking his groom crown on his wedding day. Photos by Graeme Wilson Photography In the lead up to our wedding day, my groom Sammy and I sat watching The Witcher. Both of us agreed the king's crown was cool. "You should wear a crown at the wedding!" I...

Lush 65-Person Hollywood Mansion Wedding *

We are swooning over Ron and Blake’s lush, intimate Hollywood mansion wedding! Sometimes, we can’t say it better than the words of our couples and their vendor team, so here’s what their awesome photographer, Erin Marton Photography, sent us about their day: Ron De...
What Really Matters On Your Wedding Day

What Really Matters On Your Wedding Day

10 Things No One Tells You About the Wedding Day No matter how many weddings you've attended before, or how many times you've been a bridesmaid, there are some things you just don't find out about until your wedding day. Talk to anyone who's gone through it before and...

Picturesque Palace Wedding in Lisbon

Picturesque Palace Wedding in Lisbon

Picturesque Palace Wedding in Lisbon Francesca and Daniele’s picturesque palace wedding in Lisbon perfectly embodies the magic of fairytales. The historic 17th-century Palácio Marquês da Fronteira is renowned for its dramatically landscaped gardens, baroque...

The Ultimate Beach Wedding Guide

The Ultimate Beach Wedding Guide

With summer just around the corner, we can’t help but dream of days on the beach. We can picture it now–basking in the sunshine, waves crashing in the background, toes in the sand. There’s something undeniably magical about the ocean, so it’s no wonder that the beach...

Creative and Unique Safari Park Wedding

Creative and Unique Safari Park Wedding

Kimberly and David’s San Diego Safari Park wedding ticks all the right boxes of a magical and extraordinary celebration. Modeled after the African Serengeti and the vast expanse of the Asian plains, what’s more spectacular than saying “I do” surrounded by amazing...

Fun and Intimate Winery SF Wedding

Fun and Intimate Winery SF Wedding

It’s been quite the wild ride since the pandemic started, especially for those planning a wedding. After postponing their date three times, Jen and Ihab decided to quickly tie the knot shortly after finding a venue they loved. With a postcard view of San Francisco in...

Lavish Backyard Wedding With Multiple Days of Events

Lavish Backyard Wedding With Multiple Days of Events

The pandemic pushed many couples to pivot and adjust their wedding plans–making room for smaller curated guest lists, creative and elegantly served meals, extravagant florals, and more. Couples are now also prioritizing their own outdoor spaces for the big day because...

Beautifully Boho Astrology Inspired Wedding

Beautifully Boho Astrology Inspired Wedding

When Victoria and Michael thought about their wedding and what they wanted it to look like, they knew that astrology would play a big part. With that in mind, they set their sights on all of the details that would make up the astrology-inspired wedding of their...

Perfectly Vintage Picnic Brunch Wedding

Perfectly Vintage Picnic Brunch Wedding

Perfectly Vintage Picnic Brunch Wedding Brooke and Brandon had a clear vision of how they wanted their wedding to look, but more importantly, how they wanted it to feel. With that in mind–and lots of help from loved ones–their beautiful family-owned farm in Dayton,...

Moody And Romantic Iceland Seaside Elopement

Moody And Romantic Iceland Seaside Elopement

Moody And Romantic Iceland Seaside Elopement Since the pandemic hit, more couples are opting to travel the world for a once-in-a-lifetime elopement in a faraway destination. After falling in love with the idea of tying the knot in the land of fire and ice, Ariel and...

Fun, Heartfelt, and Intentional Warehouse Wedding

Fun, Heartfelt, and Intentional Warehouse Wedding

A photo booth, a disco ball lit dance floor, and a whole lot of love—these are the ingredients to a truly unique celebration. Liam and Arnel wanted a day filled with their favorite people in their favorite city and that’s exactly what they got. With a historic venue,...

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