We’re so excited about the new issue of Real Weddings coming out this week, and with it, we crown new real cover models!

How do we pick our covers? Good question! This issue, we did four styled shoots featuring real brides and real grooms (aka real couples) as our models; and from these shoots we would pick the covers—two print covers: one for the Winter-print cover, one for the Spring-print cover; and two digital covers: one for the Winter-digital cover, and one for the Spring-digital cover.

And, if you’ve followed our blog at all, you know that picking the final covers for our magazines has to be one of the toughest jobs we have. It truly is a great problem to have, it means we have a lot of great choices! But as always: It. Was. So. Hard.

But the time has come to reveal our cover model winners! Can we get a drum roll please?

Real Weddings Magazine – Winter 2024-PRINT Cover – featuring Real Bride Cover Model Winner – Lindsay

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On the Winter 2024-PRINT Cover (above):  On Lindsay: Earrings by Adora by Simona; Gown from The Bridal Box; Shoes by DSW; Hair and Makeup by All Dolled Up Beauty + Bridal

Bouquet by Strelitzia Flower Company

From our “In the Mood for Love” styled shoot designed by Alexandria Elaine Event & Design; photographed by The Freckled Photographer on location at Granite Bay Golf Club.

We’ll post more from this shoot this week, we promise!  The creative team on this shoot also includes:  Videographer: JB Wedding Photo & Videography // Cake Designer: Spilled Milk Company // Custom Macarons: Rooftop Macarons  //  Cotton Candy Cart: Sips & Floss  //  Additional Gowns from De La Rosa’s Bridal & Tuxedo  //  Suits: Tuxedo Den  //  Additional Accessories:  Macy’s  //  Rentals: Two Rivers Events  //  Linens:  MG Linen Services  //  Specialty Lighting and Haze Machine:  Larcom’s Lighting  //  Paperie, Menus and Signage:  Marina Lee Styles

Real Weddings Magazine – Spring 2024-PRINT Cover – featuring Real Couple Cover Model Contest Winners – Mark & Lila

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On the Spring 2024-PRINT Cover (above):  On Mark: Suit, Shirt and Shoes from Tuxedo Den; Tie from Macy’s; Boutonniere by Thistle Bee Florals with Wholesale Flowers from FiftyFlowers.com

On Lila: Headpiece by Adora by Simona; Earrings by Mariell; Gown from The Bridal Box; Bouquet by Thistle Bee Florals with Wholesale Flowers from FiftyFlowers.com; Hair and Makeup by Personify Bridal

From our “Varietals of Love” styled shoot designed by Haley Nyal Events; photographed by Bloom Photography on location at Twin Rocks Estate Winery.

We’ll post more from this shoot this week, we promise!  The creative team on this shoot also includes:  Videographer: JB Wedding Photo & Videography // Cake Designer: Custom Cakes by Tara // Churro Cart: Sips & Floss  //  Additional Gowns from Always Elegant Bridal & Tuxedo;  and Perfect Dress Party  //  Shoes: DSW  //  Additional Accessories:  Macy’s  //  Rentals: Celebrations! Party Rentals and Tents; and Blossom Farm Rentals   //  Linens:  MG Linen Services  //  Paperie: Fawcett Ave Paper Co.

 

Real Weddings Magazine – Winter 2024-DIGITAL Cover – featuring Real Bride Cover Model Winners – Rachel & TJ

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On the Winter 2024-DIGITAL (above):  On Rachel:  Earrings by Mariell; Gown from Sparkle Bridal Couture; Hair and Makeup by Jasmine & Co.

On TJ: Suit and Shoes from Tuxedo Den; Tie from Macy’s; Groom’s Own Shirt

Bouquet and Boutonniere by Amour Florist & Bridal

From our “Love on the Ranch” styled shoot designed by Barnswallow; photographed by Jess Holle Photography on location at Saureel Vineyards

We’ll post more from this shoot this week, we promise!  The creative team on this shoot also includes:  Videographer: Reverie Films // Cake Designer: Spilled Milk Company // Grazing Table: Diane Wilkinson Catering  //  Mobile Bar, Signature Cocktails and Cocktail Table: The Parched Poppies  //  Shoes: DSW  //  Additional Accessories:  Adora by Simona; Luxurious Bridal; and Macy’s  //  Rentals: Barnswallow   //  Paperie, Menus and Signage:  Marina Lee Styles

 

Real Weddings Magazine – Spring 2024-DIGITAL Cover – featuring Real Bride Cover Model Winner – Sahana

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On the Spring 2024-DIGITAL (above):  On Sahana:  Jewelry from Macy’s; Gown from Brides for a Cause; Hair by Halo Salon & Day Spa; Makeup by The Face Beater Makeup Artist

Canoe Flowers by Bloem Decor with Wholesale Flowers by FiftyFlowers.com

From our “French Connection” styled shoot designed by Rainbow Weddings & Events; photographed by Sweet Marie Photography on location at Cavaignac—A Country Estate

We’ll post more from this shoot this week, we promise!  The creative team on this shoot also includes:  Videographer: Philippe Studio Pro // Cake Designer: Sugar Dreams by Odeza // Grazing Table: The Hidden Table  //  Additional Gowns: De La Rosa’s Bridal & Tuxedo  //  Shoes: DSW  //  Additional Accessories:  Adora by Simona; Macy’s; and Mariell  //  Rentals: Barnswallow   //  Linens: MG Linen Services  //  Paperie:  Fawcett Ave Paper Co.  //  Custom Signage: Markings by Monica

Stay tuned for more gorgeousness coming your way very soon!

Photos by their respective photographers/copyright Real Weddings Magazine.