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The grocery stores are swapping watermelon for pumpkins, and we all of the sudden have a hankering for Thanksgiving dinner. Either we’re itching for fall vibes, or the cool air is making its way in. In any case, autumn is just about here, and you’ve got a short window from when the colorful leaves change

Did you just click at Super Speed when you saw the words “Disney Princess”? Yeah, we thought so! We don’t blame you because as excited as you are to see these gowns, we’re even more excited to show them off! Allure Bridals is making every princess bride’s dreams come true with their new line: The

As the two of you grow, your marriage grows. You add memories, adventures, milestones and lots and lots of love. That should be celebrated!! Vow renewals are becoming more and more popular as couples realize that the romance doesn’t stop the second the exit poppers “pop”. Whenever you want to celebrate and renew your vows,

When you think of an island in the Mediterranean Sea, what colors come to mind? Ibiza is green and blue; it is life, energy, the sea + lush nature. But the contrast of that island vision with that the neutral colors, sandy styling and dried flora is truly what excited the design team behind today’s

Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Ahem…notice anything different around here?! GWS got a little facelift and she sure looks pretty doesn’t she? Hopefully, you’ll find the site easier to navigate and just generally enjoy the aesthetics as we continue to unroll all the little details! Looking for micro

Yes, #whiteclawwedding is a thing, and honestly? It’s kinda rad. We’ve always been fans of YOU DOING YOU and if your thing is drinking White Claw then why not have some cheeky fun with it?! Stephanie at Velvet Armoire Floral + Event Design shared how the idea started out as a joke until suddenly, it was

Pop the bubbly and grab the gals because this bubblegum-pop pastel bridal party is a confection of fun! All the ladies donned colored wigs and sipped on lemonade in teacups while they wrapped up in cozy robes and, later, pretty pastel bridesmaids dresses. The party popped into the mind of Karly from Veils Vows and

FRINGE is in for Fall 2020! We’ve seen a big uptick of tassel-embellished jackets and dresses lately on GWS that we had to make our own version of the beloved new trend. After putting this DIY fringe jean jacket together in a record 30 minutes – we knew you could do this, too! So perfect for

Despite COVID-19, and everything else that’s been thrown at this couple, Amanda + Jean have chosen to stay the course and get married in 2020. Cheers to that determination, right!? These tenacious two gifted the world with the most magical fall micro wedding inspiration…just a gorgeously, orange-filled practice run for the real thing. With what

Let’s face it, you’ll do just about anything to make planning a wedding during COVID even a little bit easier. Especially if your wedding date feels like a moving target right now. How about not sending out “save the date” after “re-save the date” after “okay really, save this date” and instead rely on the

This California chic pink and orange party is an inspiration for a weekend-long celebration of any special occasion; wedding shower, bachelorette getaway, pre-wedding festivities, or a special birthday! And, let’s be honest, we’re all in need of forward-thinking to fun parties. Unique experiences can further elevate an intimate party with your favorite people, and Santa

OK, so plans changed. You’re gathering your nearest and dearest together for the big day. By now, you’ve done the bulk of the reorganizing and coordination. It’s time to focus on the beautiful details. Fortunately, you can have all the fixings of a ‘traditional’ wedding, but on a much smaller scale. And, if you haven’t

Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Is it summer? Is it fall? Whatever it is, we’re all feeling the itch for a new season so we’re leaning into the Halloween planning and fall scents. How ’bout you? We get lots of DMs, especially when we ask your thoughts on

One of the reasons they say the wedding day flies by? It’s just so busy. When every moment of the day is planned, it’s hard to take time for reflection because it’s ALL happening. One of the benefits if you’re planning a small wedding (or an elopement) is the opportunity to just let the day

Jordan + Christian are dreamers, so it’s only appropriate that their Alaskan elopement at Hatcher Pass be equally as dreamy. In fact, it was a dream that started it all! When they first met each other, they found out they had the biggest desire in common: to travel to Alaska. As Covid-19 entered the picture,

Yes, those rolling hills are the ones you see in postcards from Tuscany! Except today, the Tuscan inspiration is coming to you live and in living color. So much color, that just about every gorgeous wildflower made at appearance in this intimate wedding inspiration from the Italian lands. The team at Olivia Sodi Wedding &

Of all the questions circulating right now concerning weddings and COVID, one of our most popular inquiries from GWS readers is — what about planning a honeymoon during a pandemic? A COVID honeymoon might sound like an oxymoron at first, but we did a little digging. And we think a glamping honeymoon is just The

As the days are getting longer, the dresses are getting shorter! With weddings trending towards smaller, more intimate affairs, brides are searching for fun and flirty dresses that fit well with their updated wedding plans. Think a classic and smart bridal suit for a courthouse wedding, or a flowy midi dress that’s perfect for those

There’s something magical about a Texas desert wedding — and we aren’t the only ones who’ve noticed. From Marfa to Big Bend and all the small towns + big skies in between, couples are finding RAD wedding inspiration. Think desert vibes-meets-western boho style plus a strong helping of “Texas forever” nostalgia. But before we dive

When ‘bohemian’ is the stylistic foundation of a wedding or elopement, you know we’re on board! The thing we love most about boho style is its versatility! Today’s elopement inspiration is a perfect example of how a boho style can marry so well with other vibes, like vintage. An old castle in Canton of Bern

To understand the depth of the relationship between Seema + Sanjin, you have to get a little bit of their backstory. S + S are both doctors who met at Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, LA. Seema is a Nola-born Pakistani girl and Sanjin immigrated as a child to the United States with his

Welcome to another edition of Links + Loves! Let’s jump right in… Even if you aren’t a parent, there’s just something about that transition of school starting, right? A few of our editors are tackling home school and distance learning, and some of us are just stocking up on school supplies for the nostalgia of

One of life’s truths is that if Alexis of The Shift Creative is planning a party, it’s going to be uh-mazing. EVEN IF she plans it in just four days. For her daughter’s birthday, she whipped together a boho beach theme party with not a cocktail umbrella or plastic palm tree in sight. No, this

Today we are bringing you the exclusive FIRST LOOK at the brand new Rue de Seine 2020 collection, Golden Rhapsody! When Rue launches a new collection, it’s our unofficial favorite day of the year. Our entire editorial team pours over the new boho wedding dresses and picks out our favorites, which is a VERY tough

Much of the focus, in the wedding world, this year has been on couples changing their original 2020 wedding plans. With so many pivoted plans and postponements, it’s easy to get lost in the drama of cancel culture. However, there’s a heap of couples slated to get married in 2021 or 2022 that just want

Don’t you just love vow renewals?! Even more than the wedding day itself, a vow renewal celebrates love, commitment and a lifelong journey together. We are seeing more and more couples celebrating milestones with striking and inspirational moments like this 5 year vow renewal in Queenstown, New Zealand. Bringing in some of the trendiest desert tones

Buckle up, love. We’re hitting the road with nothing but a vintage car, a rad couple, and a few hundred roses in tow! You know, just in case. This road trip elopement inspiration is the brainchild of photographer, Heather K. Purdy, and here’s a little BTS from the lady herself: There are three things I

In a time when scaling down wedding guest sizes seems to be the norm, it’s only appropriate to start reconsidering the types of spaces at our disposal and how to maximize the use of decor. Learning how to style a micro wedding (the most on-trend wedding style spin-off) can make your special day feel more

Guys, guys, guys – the new BHLDN Plus collection launched today and we are HERE FOR IT. Included in the category: not 5, not 10, but over 30 curated bridal gowns and 20 bridesmaids dresses. And the best news? They aren’t just online — they are in 10 stores. Because everyone deserves a chance to

When conceptualizing their romantic garden wedding, Victoria and John knew they wanted to create a magical atmosphere for their family + friends. They planned a wedding they felt comfortable with, only sticking to tradition if it felt right (love it!). For example, Victoria didn’t wear white…oh, no. Instead, she WOWed in a mesmerizing pink tulle