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Rescue Dogs, Late-Night Performers & One Epic Party: Taylor & Brandon’s Wedding at Estate Yountville

There are weddings that feel beautiful—and then there are weddings that feel unmistakably personal. Taylor and Brandon’s celebration, recently featured......

From First Swipe to First Dance: Karissa & Austin Say “I Do” at Bridgewood Events

Karissa and Austin’s love story may have started in a way they jokingly call “cliché”—a swipe right on Tinder—but what...

A Cross-Country Love Story: Laura & Philip’s Wedding at Winchester Vista by Wedgewood Weddings

From a cross-country love story to a heartfelt California celebration, Laura and Philip’s wedding day was as meaningful as it...

From Facebook Dating to Forever: Brenda & Ben’s Sweet Wedding Day at Lone Wulff Ranch

Brenda and Ben’s love story began in a modern way—through Facebook Dating—but quickly grew into something deeply meaningful, rooted in...

#StyledShootSunday: An Organic European Summer-Inspired Wedding Styled Shoot at Gold Hill Gardens

Golden hour light filters through the trees, a long table is set beneath the garden canopy, and the air carries...

Real Couples

Rescue Dogs, Late-Night Performers & One Epic Party: Taylor & Brandon’s Wedding at Estate Yountville

There are weddings that feel beautiful—and then there are weddings that feel unmistakably personal. Taylor and Brandon’s celebration, recently featured...

From First Swipe to First Dance: Karissa & Austin Say “I Do” at Bridgewood Events

Karissa and Austin’s love story may have started in a way they jokingly call “cliché”—a swipe right on Tinder—but what...

A Cross-Country Love Story: Laura & Philip’s Wedding at Winchester Vista by Wedgewood Weddings

From a cross-country love story to a heartfelt California celebration, Laura and Philip’s wedding day was as meaningful as it...

From Facebook Dating to Forever: Brenda & Ben’s Sweet Wedding Day at Lone Wulff Ranch

Brenda and Ben’s love story began in a modern way—through Facebook Dating—but quickly grew into something deeply meaningful, rooted in...

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Styled Shoots

Sip the Romance: Signature Limoncello Spritz & Pomegranate Martini from “A Love Affair in Full Bloom”

Bursting with color, citrus and a touch of romance, the signature cocktails from our “A Love Affair in Full Bloom”...

It’s FriYAY! Let’s Celebrate with Signature Cocktails from our Dreamy + Romantic Wedding Inspiration Styled Shoot at The Farmhouse at Apple Hill

Friday has officially clocked in—and that means it’s time to kick off the shoes, turn up the music, and celebrate...

All the Pretty Details: A Bright Mediterranean-Inspired Wedding Styled Shoot at Estate Farms

Sun-soaked, citrus-kissed, and overflowing with color—our Mediterranean-inspired styled shoot, “A Love Affair in Full Bloom” feels less like a wedding...

All the Pretty Details from our Dreamy + Romantic Wedding Inspiration Styled Shoot at The Farmhouse at Apple Hill

Some styled shoots whisper romance—this one practically dances. Set among the orchard-lined serenity of The Farmhouse at Apple Hill, this...

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Meet the Experts

5 Things To Know About: Planned by KD

We’re excited to present the next episode in our blog post series, “5 Things to Know About” —in this blog...

5 Things To Know About: Glamcuterie

We’re excited to present the next episode in our blog post series, “5 Things to Know About” —in this blog...

5 Things To Know About: Drew Gray Media

We’re excited to present the next episode in our blog post series, “5 Things to Know About” —in this blog...

5 Things To Know About: Happy Glamping

We’re excited to present the next episode in our blog post series, “5 Things to Know About” —in this blog...

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Fashion + Beauty

Let’s Glow!

You’ve found the perfect dress. You’ve asked your besties to be your bridesmaids. You’ve locked in your wedding dream team...

Punk Meets Boho in this Bright + Colorful Elopement Wedding Styled Shoot

Since starting Real Weddings nearly 15 years ago, we’ve always believed in breaking the rules…in fact, we think there shouldn’t...

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Lush, Rich and Warm Fall-Inspired Wedding Styled Shoot

The cooler weather today has us dreaming of crisp fall days… and with that vibe in mind, we have the...

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COVID-19 Tips from the Pros: De La Rosa’s Bridal & Tuxedo

COVID-19 has certainly thrown wedding planning a major curve ball…but lucky for you, we have amazing wedding pros ready to...

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Let’s Party

Real Bride Model Call: Enter Our Cover Model Contest for the Summer/Fall 2026 Issue!

Here we go again! It’s Real Weddings Magazine’s photo shoot time! Did you know that we only ever use real...

5 Things To Know About: Planned by KD

We’re excited to present the next episode in our blog post series, “5 Things to Know About” —in this blog...

Wedding Tip Tuesday—DIY Dried Florals—from Kelly Bride | The Bride’s Floral Mortician

Today’s #WeddingTip for #WeddingTipTuesday comes from Kelly Bride from The Bride’s Floral Mortician, a premier floral preservation wedding pro serving...

The Weekend’s Coming! #SignatureCocktails Ideas!

The weekend is coming, and to celebrate, we’ve got some fab #signaturecocktail ideas from the amazing Kiara at Sips &...

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All the Pretty Details

Love on Fire: Get to Know Our Real Couple Models Brianna + Jaden

Seriously, we sound like a broken record, but we love our real couple models—they work their hineys off during our...

Fall in Love Wedding-Inspiration Styled Shoot at Saureel Vineyards in Placerville

For today’s #StyledShootSunday, we “Fall in Love” with this timeless fall-inspired wedding styled shoot, a romantic ode to autumn’s soft...

Dreamy Spring-Vibes Wedding-Inspiration Styled Shoot at The Ranch at Lone Oak Longhorns

For today’s #StyledShootSunday, we feature a styled shoot set against the sweeping backdrop of The Ranch at Lone Oak Longhorns...

Sweet, Sexy + Moody Wedding-Inspiration Styled Shoot at Hotel Winters

For today’s #StyledShootSunday, we feature a collaborative wedding inspiration shoot featuring neutral-toned pieces, complimented by pops of colorful florals, beautiful...

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Tips + Trends

Real Bride Model Call: Enter Our Cover Model Contest for the Summer/Fall 2026 Issue!

Here we go again! It’s Real Weddings Magazine’s photo shoot time! Did you know that we only ever use real...

Wedding Tip Tuesday—DIY Dried Florals—from Kelly Bride | The Bride’s Floral Mortician

Today’s #WeddingTip for #WeddingTipTuesday comes from Kelly Bride from The Bride’s Floral Mortician, a premier floral preservation wedding pro serving...

Marriage Advice: Words of Wisdom from Dean + Janice Labadie

We love our “Words of Wisdom” feature where long-married couples get to share their take on what makes a successful...

Real Bride Model Call: Enter Our Cover Model Contest for the Winter/Spring 2026 Issue!

WOOHOO—it’s Real Weddings Magazine’s photo shoot time! Did you know that we only ever use real brides (and grooms!) as...

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Expert Advice

Wedding Tip Tuesday—DIY Dried Florals—from Kelly Bride | The Bride’s Floral Mortician

Today’s #WeddingTip for #WeddingTipTuesday comes from Kelly Bride from The Bride’s Floral Mortician, a premier floral preservation wedding pro serving...

Preserving Your Wedding Day Florals: The Process and Final Result

So last week, we featured floral preservation expert Kelly Bride at The Bride’s Floral Mortician walking us through the start...

Preserving Your Wedding Day Florals

Curious about the floral preservation process? Yeah, we are too, so we went to the expert: Kelly Bride at The...

Marriage Advice: Words of Wisdom from Dean + Janice Labadie

We love our “Words of Wisdom” feature where long-married couples get to share their take on what makes a successful...

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Food + Drink

Sip the Romance: Signature Limoncello Spritz & Pomegranate Martini from “A Love Affair in Full Bloom”

Bursting with color, citrus and a touch of romance, the signature cocktails from our “A Love Affair in Full Bloom”...

5 Things To Know About: Glamcuterie

We’re excited to present the next episode in our blog post series, “5 Things to Know About” —in this blog...

The Weekend’s Coming! #SignatureCocktails Ideas!

The weekend is coming, and to celebrate, we’ve got some fab #signaturecocktail ideas from the amazing Kiara at Sips &...

It’s the Weekend! Who’s Ready for #SignatureCocktails

It’s the weekend! Who’s ready for a little adult beveraging? ✋✋✋✋ We are, We are! These delicious (and gorgeous!) #signaturecocktails...

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Honeymoons + Travel

Love Island: The Ultimate Hawaiian Honeymoon

The Big Island of Hawaii has it all: coffee farms, black-sand beaches, magical sunsets, active volcanoes, rainforests, waterfalls, and wildlife....

Blue Lantern Inn Dana Point Orange County Mini-Moon

When you think of a mini-moon to Orange County (The OC) most folks think of Newport Beach, Laguna Beach and...

Cruise Control: Exploring Holland and Germany Aboard the Crystal Bach—A Couples’ Getaway

It seems like every time you talk to someone about vacations, river cruising comes up…and they’re not just for “old...

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Vegas, Baby! It’s a Girls’ Weekend with the #BrideTribe!

Every now and then, it’s necessary to get out of town to decompress and restore. Don’t you agree? What better...

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Submitted Styled Shoots

#StyledShootSunday: An Organic European Summer-Inspired Wedding Styled Shoot at Gold Hill Gardens

Golden hour light filters through the trees, a long table is set beneath the garden canopy, and the air carries...

#StyledShootSunday: Edgy Elegance: A Dark Romantic Styled Shoot at The National Exchange Hotel

Dark romance meets Gold Rush history in this dramatic styled shoot set inside one of Northern California’s most iconic landmarks....

#StyledShootSunday: A Bright and Joyful Wedding Inspired Styled Shoot at Castello di Macero

Sun-drenched gardens, old-world castle architecture, and the feeling of a private fairytale retreat set the tone for this romantic editorial...

#StyledShootSunday: A Summer Camp + Wes Anderson–Inspired Wedding Styled Shoot at the North Tahoe Event Center

Soft alpine light, a little nostalgia, and the feeling you’ve stepped into a movie—that was the energy behind this Lake...

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Wellness

Girl Tested, Bride Approved: Homesick Candles

I’m a sucker for a good candle: and even burn, great scent and unique jar. But one with a little...

Bride Weight Loss Wellness - Ideal Body Center

Wedding Pro Spotlight: Ideal Body Center

It’s only natural to want to look and feel your best on your big day. Wedding apparel and hair and...

Girl Tested, Bride Approved: Superior Bidet

Yes, I tried it. And it’s amazing. For years America has resisted the bidet, but the time has come to...

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Girl Tested, Bride Approved: Olbas Herbal Remedies

Ahhh, the stress of wedding planning. It comes in many forms affecting your mental health and often times can manifest...

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