Real Weddings Editor Picks

9 Popular Engagement Ring Trends You Should Avoid, According to 7 Expert Jewelers

9 Popular Engagement Ring Trends You Should Avoid, According to 7 Expert Jewelers

Plus, what to always keep in mind before making this significant purchase....

1 year ago
Why Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's Wedding Invitations Were Truly Shocking—Plus, All of the Celebrities We Know Who Received Them

Why Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's Wedding Invitations Were Truly Shocking—Plus, All of the Celebrities We Know Who Received Them

The tech billionaire and former broadcaster plan to tie the knot in Venice this weekend....

1 year ago
You'd Never Know That This Couple's "Bridgerton" Meets "The Secret Garden" Wedding in Texas Took Place in the Winter

You'd Never Know That This Couple's "Bridgerton" Meets "The Secret Garden" Wedding in Texas Took Place in the Winter

The brides planned a colorful, personalized celebration that transported guests to a sunny spring day....

1 year ago
JFK and Jackie Kennedy's Secret Plans for a 1964 Vow Renewal: The Story Behind The Private Ceremony That Never Happened

JFK and Jackie Kennedy's Secret Plans for a 1964 Vow Renewal: The Story Behind The Private Ceremony That Never Happened

After celebrating their 10th anniversary, the duo reportedly wanted to recommit to each other the following year....

1 year ago
Exclusive: Go Inside Content Creator Julia McGuire's Two Part Wedding, Including an Intimate Garden Ceremony and Warehouse-Style Post-Nuptial Party

Exclusive: Go Inside Content Creator Julia McGuire's Two Part Wedding, Including an Intimate Garden Ceremony and Warehouse-Style Post-Nuptial Party

"We knew we wanted an intimate ceremony but also didn’t want to miss out on partying with our favorite people, so separa...

1 year ago
How to Make Your Own Wedding Invitations, According to the Experts

How to Make Your Own Wedding Invitations, According to the Experts

Looking to create the invites for your big day yourself? Follow these step-by-step instructions....

1 year ago
A Complete Guide to Bridal Shower Invitation Wording

A Complete Guide to Bridal Shower Invitation Wording

Plus, 20 examples to inspire your own invites....

1 year ago
Princess Diana's Secret Code Name During the Making of Her Wedding Dress: Its Hidden Connection to Camilla Parker Bowles

Princess Diana's Secret Code Name During the Making of Her Wedding Dress: Its Hidden Connection to Camilla Parker Bowles

Her design team went to extraordinary lengths to keep the gown under wraps....

1 year ago
27 Engagement Party Ideas for a Unique and Memorable Celebration

27 Engagement Party Ideas for a Unique and Memorable Celebration

These creative—and personalized—themes are exactly what this pre-nuptial event necessitates....

1 year ago
Historic Venues, Custom Attire, and Local Cuisine Were the Backbones of This Couple's High Fashion Destination Wedding in Seville, Spain

Historic Venues, Custom Attire, and Local Cuisine Were the Backbones of This Couple's High Fashion Destination Wedding in Seville, Spain

"We wanted our friends to have their breath taken away when they walked into our venues, and we wanted everyone to feel ...

1 year ago
Italy's Most Breathtaking Honeymoon Destinations: 10 Must-Visit Spots, According to a Travel Expert

Italy's Most Breathtaking Honeymoon Destinations: 10 Must-Visit Spots, According to a Travel Expert

With gorgeous beaches, unforgettable food, and rich history, this Mediterranean country has it all....

1 year ago
How to Announce Your Engagement on Social Media, According to Etiquette Experts

How to Announce Your Engagement on Social Media, According to Etiquette Experts

Plus, 100 caption ideas to accompany your photos....

1 year ago
This New York City Elopement, Which Featured a Vow Exchange in the Middle of The Met, Felt Like a Classic Rom-Com

This New York City Elopement, Which Featured a Vow Exchange in the Middle of The Met, Felt Like a Classic Rom-Com

The couple swapped vows in the iconic museum before making it official beneath the arch in Washington Square Park....

1 year ago
Shop the One Product I Wish I Had During My Unexpected Proposal—You'll Thank Me Later

Shop the One Product I Wish I Had During My Unexpected Proposal—You'll Thank Me Later

Stash these gorgeous press-on nails in your bag....

1 year ago
Airport Workers' Astonishing Find: A 34-Year-Old Engagement Ring Diamond in the Most Unlikely Place

Airport Workers' Astonishing Find: A 34-Year-Old Engagement Ring Diamond in the Most Unlikely Place

The maintenance employees spent over five hours searching for the stone....

1 year ago
What Is the Average Carat Size for a Diamond Engagement Ring?

What Is the Average Carat Size for a Diamond Engagement Ring?

The answer will likely surprise you....

1 year ago
Exclusive: Content Creator and Podcast Host Remi Cruz Is Married! See Every Detail of Her Santa Barbara Wedding, Including Her Two Vivienne Westwood Gowns

Exclusive: Content Creator and Podcast Host Remi Cruz Is Married! See Every Detail of Her Santa Barbara Wedding, Including Her Two Vivienne Westwood G...

"It was super important for us to give our guests an incredible experience from start to finish," the bride notes....

1 year ago
The Fascinating Reason Why Jackie Kennedy Went to See Queen Elizabeth Right Before Agreeing to JFK's Proposal

The Fascinating Reason Why Jackie Kennedy Went to See Queen Elizabeth Right Before Agreeing to JFK's Proposal

The duo eventually announced their engagement on June 24, 1953....

1 year ago