Real Weddings Editor Picks

Exclusive: Nudestix Co-Founder Taylor Frankel's Tuscan Wedding Felt Just Like an Elevated Countryside Dinner Party

"Adam and I wanted a venue that felt like us—something beautiful without being overly polished, thoughtful without feeli...

1 year ago

From Sofia Vergara to Kate Middleton, These Are 12 of the Most Expensive Celebrity Weddings

These multimillion-dollar affairs featured surprise performances, extensive guest lists, and exclusive venues....

1 year ago

A Hydration Station Is the One Thing Your Summer Wedding Is Missing—Here's How to Create One

Your friends and family will appreciate a refreshing glass of water to quench their thirst....

1 year ago

What I'd Buy From Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale for Fall Weddings as BRIDES' Shopping Editor

Shop steals for fall wedding season from Mansur Gavirel, Farm Rio, Stuart Weitzman, Tumi, NuFACE, and more....

1 year ago

Hayley Kiyoko and Becca Tilley Are Engaged! Here's What to Know About the $300,000 Cushion-Cut Engagement Ring

After first crossing paths in 2018, the two publicly confirmed their relationship in 2022....

1 year ago

Where Is Sofia Vergara's $500,000 Cushion-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring From Joe Manganiello?

After seven years of marriage, the duo filed for divorce in 2023, but what became of her incredible ring?...

1 year ago

How to Be the Perfect Wedding Guest This Summer: 18 Rules You Need to Follow

Industry experts explain the keys to being a gracious attendee before, during, and after the ceremony....

1 year ago

Exclusive: Go Inside Content Creator Hali Oduor's Intimate Wedding Weekend in Kenya

The couple chose a neutral, minimal aesthetic for their family-centric celebration....

1 year ago

The 23 Best Courthouse Wedding Outfits for a Chic City Hall Celebration

Celebrate your nuptials with these courthouse-appropriate dresses from Self-Portrait, Meshki, Reformation, and more....

1 year ago

10 Fall Mother-of-the-Bride Dresses to Suit All Bodies, Styles, and Budgets

Discover our favorite stunning gowns for fall from Mac Duggal, Tadashi Shoji, and more....

1 year ago

Kate Middleton's Recent Tiara Choice Honors Queen Elizabeth's Royal Wedding Wish for Princess Diana

At a state dinner on July 8, 2025, Kate donned a diamond diadem for the first time since 2023, and it was one Queen Eliz...

1 year ago

The 15 Wedding Getting-Ready Outfits That Aren't Robes

Your bridal party will actually want to wear these sets from Damson Madder, Quince, Anthropologie, and more....

1 year ago

Gen Z's 7 Wedding Must-Haves—And the 5 Surprising Trends They're Adamant About Skipping

Brides and grooms of this generation are set on doing things differently when it comes to their nuptials....

1 year ago

12 Things to Expect From Gen Z Weddings, According to Gen Z Vendors

Five creatives explain what to anticipate as twenty-somethings start to say "I do."...

1 year ago

8 New Rules for Modern Weddings, According to Gen Z Couples

From cutting outdated traditions to embracing fantastical dress codes, Gen Z pairs keep their focus on authenticity....

1 year ago

Here's How Much Gen Z Is Spending on Their Weddings—And the 7 Factors Influencing That Number

Gen Z couples are prioritizing different elements than previous generations when it comes to their big day....

1 year ago

Why Gen Z Is Embracing a Personality-Driven, Laid-Back Wedding Aesthetic—And 7 Examples to Inspire Your Own Big Day

Younger couples are rejecting conventional traditions in favor of elements that feel uniquely their own....

1 year ago

How Gen Z Couples Are Redefining Wedding Fashion: 6 Key Trends They're Embracing

Bucking tradition, younger soon-to-be newlyweds are searching for authentic looks that are unique, stylish, and colorful...

1 year ago

Did Queen Elizabeth Trigger a "Rapid Transformation" in Prince Philip After Their Engagement?

A royal biographer revealed what Prince Philip's mother said about his demeanor after the couple announced their news....

1 year ago

The Rise of Pear-Shaped Engagement Rings: Why They’re One of the Most Popular Jewelry Trends of 2025

Plus, what to consider when shopping for a teardrop stone....

1 year ago