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Their Story The Venue The Ceremony The Bridal Bouquet The Wedding Party The Flower Girls The Matriarchs Wedded Bliss Escort Cards Reception Tables Seating Area Getaway Car Sources

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Real Wedding: Zooey and David, St. Louis, Missouri:

The Bride and Groom The Decor Stationery Suite The Bride and Her Bridesmaids Bridal Party Gifts Table Setting Boutonniere Sources

Real Wedding: Claudia and Michael, Vail, Colorado:

The Bride and Groom The Bouquet The Vows Happy Trails Canoeing The Reception The Cake Dancing Menu Cards Picnic Favors Sources

Real Wedding: Laurie and Scott, Minneapolis, Minnesota:

Bride's Bouquet Wedding Invitation Flower Girl Flowers The Ceremony Boutonniere The Happy Couple On Their Way to the Reception The Bridal Party A Celebratory Toast Place Cards Dinner Is Served The Cake Centerpieces Laurie and Scott Sources

Real Wedding: Adebisi and Joffrey, Minneapolis, Minnesota:

Adebisi and Joffrey Bride's Veil Bridal Party Groomsmen Reception Sources

Real Wedding: Wendy and Scott, Sandusky, Ohio:

Wendy and Scott Wendy The House Wedding Party Ceremony Guests Guests Flowers Pies Happy Ending Sources

Real Wedding: Sarah and James, St. Paul, Minnesota:

Sarah and James Bridal Party Jewelry Invitations Programs Flags Portraits Escort Cards Centerpieces Family Portrait Sources

Real Wedding: Michelle and Maziar, Charles City, Iowa :

Michelle and Maziar The Invitations Details The Setting The Bridesmaids The Bridesmaids The Flower Girls The American Ceremony The Iranian Ceremony The Iranian Ceremony The View The Newlyweds The Guests Details

Real Wedding: Tasha and Sander, Madline Island, Wisconsin:

Tasha and Sander The Invitations The Setting The Bridesmaid The Ceremony Cocktails Details The Cake The Favors The Getaway Sources

Real Wedding: Kori and Chris, Chicago:

Kori and Chris Save-the-Dates Invitations The Location The Interior The Programs The Ceremony Tearful Moments Portraits Around Town The Fashions Old, New, Borrowed, Blue The Reception The Cake The Favors The Photo Booth Sources

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Real Wedding: Jennifer and Kevin, Walland, Tennessee:

The Happy Couple Bridesmaids Bridal Party Groomsmen Ceremony Carriage Ride Favors Reception Place Setting Wedding Cake Milk and Cookies Servers Sources

Real Wedding: Sara and Andreas, Independence, Virginia:

The Ceremony The Setting The Fashion The Bridesmaids The Menswear The Stationery Suite Wedding Style The Bride's Favorite Part Photography Something Borrowed Drink Up!Sweet Ending Sources

Real Wedding: Megan and Clayton, Sea Island, Georgia:

Megan and Clayton Place Cards Flip-Flops Reception Bouquets Cake Table Settings Happy Couple Sources

Real Wedding: Cyndi and Daniel, Nashville, Tennessee:

Cyndi and Daniel The Church The Bouquet Father of the Bride Details The Groomsmen The Bridesmaids Details The Favors The Getaway Sources

Real Wedding: Elizabeth and Barton, Charleston, South Carolina:

Elizabeth & Barton Flower Girls The Bouquet Before the Wedding The Walk The Ceremony The Vows The Appetizers The Drinks Details The Reception The Table Setting The Seating The Toast The Family Dancing The Cake The Happy Couple

Real Wedding: Natasha and Jay, Charleston, South Carolina :

Natasha and Jay The Bridesmaids Flower Girls Flower Girls Details Father of the Bride Mother of the Bride Mother of the Bride Embrace Sources

Real Wedding: Sara and Charles, Winter Park, Florida:

Sara and Charles The Invitations The Parents The Bridesmaids The Groomsmen The Programs The Ceremony The Bouquet Seating Cards Dessert Details Details Details Gift Bags Treats Candles Sources

Real Wedding: Anna and Mason, Sewanee, Tennessee:

Anna and Mason Invitations Bridesmaids The Wedding Party Bouquet Boutonniere Vows The Happy Couple The Reception Cupcakes Cocktail Hour Favors A Kiss Sources

Real Wedding: Bethany and Chad, Dahlonega, Georgia:

Their Story The Bride and Her Father A Sunrise Ceremony The Programs The Scenic Route The Happy Couple The Guests A Unique Bouquet The Newlyweds Family Guests The Cake Wedding Sources

Real Wedding: Lauren and Tim, New Orleans, Louisiana:

Lauren and Tim Bouquet with Pillows Boutonniere Bride and Father Groom and Father Guest Book Cake Sources

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Real Wedding: Julia and Nick, Palo Alto, California:

Julia and Nick The Invitation The Bouquet The Fashions The Ceremony Location At First Sight The Bride's Entrance The Ceremony A Special Exit Dressed to Impress The Bridal Party The Reception Venue The Reception The First Dance A Special Performance The Cake Sweet Treats Sources

Real Wedding: Dorothy and John, Jackson Hole, Wyoming:

The Bride and Groom The Bride's Bouquet Flower Girl Bridesmaid Bouquet Let It Snow Maid of Honor Rustic Invitations Flower Girls The Church Table Setting Dessert Bar First Dance Wedding Favors Sources

Real Wedding: Susan and Trevor, Geyserville, California:

Susan & Trevor Wine Country The Bouquet The Bride and Her Father The Ceremony Ceremony Seating Three Generations of Women Mother and Son Cocktails Escort Cards The King's Table The Reception The Dessert Course Portraits Cakes Lounge Area Lounge Decor Sources

Real Wedding: Christina and Alexander, St. Helena, California:

The Bride and Groom Signature Drinks Multiple Cakes Great Escape The Cake The Happy Couple Escort Cards The Bridesmaids The Bride Reception Guests The Entrance Tablescape Sources

Real Wedding: Jennifer and James, Rutherford, California:

Jennifer and James Boutonniere Bouquets Young Guest Refreshments Guest Book Decor Sources

Real Wedding: Carly and Chip, Healdsburg, California:

Carly and Chip The Location The Ceremony Processional Ceremony Music The Program Family The Bride's Bouquet The Fashions The Reception The Menu First Dance Dessert Sources

Real Wedding: Megan and Steve, Calistoga, California:

Megan and Steve Bouquet Menu Reception Bikes Cake Carriage Sources

Real Wedding: Abbie and Marc, Pacific Palisades, California :

Abbie and Marc Invitations The Bride The Location The Ceremony Guests Family Family Flowers Favors Cake Sources

Real Wedding: Melissa and Sam, Belmont, California :

Melissa and Sam Invitations Centerpieces Groomsmen Bridesmaids Seating Cards Guest Book Favors Family Cookies Cake Dancing Sendoff Sources

Real Wedding: Jennifer and Ray, Dana Point, California :

Jennifer and Ray Invitations Bouquet Boutonniere Bridesmaids Family Family Escort Cards Centerpieces Totes Socks Guests Guests Flower Girl Place Settings Cake Sources

Real Wedding: Anna and Mason, Pasadena, California:

Anna and Mason Invitations The Bridal Party The Ceremony The Wedding Certificate Wish Cards Table Settings Table Numbers The Cake Sources

Real Wedding: Satoko and Alex, Napa, California:

Satoko and Alex Invitations The Bride Flower Girl and Ring Bearers Paper Flowers Music A Special Gift Favors Recipes The Happy Family Table Setting Flowers Outdoor Appeal Dance Hall A Good Shot Dancing Sources

Real Wedding: Kary and Terry, Bel Air, California:

Kary and Terry Dress Ceremony Cocktails Reception Wedding Party Chair Garland The Happy Couple Sources

Real Wedding: Jennifer and Erik, St. Helena, California:

Jennifer and Erik Details The Ceremony Flower Girl and Ring Bearer Puppy Love Flowers The Bridal Look Paper Goods Unique Transportation Cocktail Hour The Reception Dessert Buffet The Wedding Cake Sources

Real Wedding: Kristen and Jon Paul, Palm Springs, California:

Kristen and Jon Paul Wedding Invitations Place Cards The Bride's Bouquet The Bridesmaids Boutonnieres The Groomsmen Portrait Basking in the Sun The Bride's Family The Program Husband and Wife The Bridesmaids Poolside The Menu The Happy Couple Centerpieces Sources

Real Wedding: Claire and Benjamin, Beverly Hills, California:

The Huppa The Happy Couple Reception Decor Garlands The Lighting Wedding Centerpieces Fruit Centerpiece Guest Book Messages Decor Musicians The Cocktail Hour Appetizers Reception Tables The Menu Wedding Cake Sources

Real Wedding: Hannah and Charlie, Inverness, California:

Hannah and Charlie The Bouquet The Ceremony Dinner Dessert Celebration Family Sources

Real Wedding: Cara and Spencer, Jackson Hole, Wyoming:

The Wedding The Mood The Flowers The Bridal Bouquet Ceremony Decor The Ring Pillow The Flower Girls The Bridesmaids The Photography Natural Elements Motherly Love Western Theme The Reception Placecards The Cake Sources

Real Wedding: Laura and Matthew, Moose, Wyoming :

Laura and Matthew The Chapel The Setting The Ceremony The Food Volleyball Games Celebration The Getaway Sources

Real Wedding: Eva and Daniel, Big Sky, Montana :

Eva and Daniel The Bridesmaids The Groomsmen Details Details Farewell Sources

Real Wedding: Tia-Nicole and Garnette, Sonoma, California:

The Couple Ceremony Decor Wedding Gifts Cleansing Water Seating Cards Reception Reception Food The Wedding Cake Wedding Guests The Happy Couple Sources

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Real Weddings with Pink Ideas:

Bridesmaid Bouquets Pink Cupcakes Pink Pom-Poms Pink Bridal Bouquet Pink Wedding Invitations Votive Candles Pink Cocktails Marriage Contract Pink Pom-Poms Pink and White Elephant Pink Signature Cocktail Rose Seating Cards Cherry Blossom Invitations Rustic Bouquet Peony Cake Bridal Bouquet Pink Table Numbers Pink Drink Stand Pink Signature Drink Pink Bridal Bouquet Pink Favor Packaging Pink and White Place Setting Pink Boutonnieres Pink Pillows Wedding Invitations Floral Sendoff Seating Cards Pink and White Ice Cream Treats Pink Wedding Cake Cherry Blossom Centerpieces Pink Bridesmaid Bouquet Seating Cards Lace Wedding Cake Peony Centerpiece Pink Seating Card Display Watermelon Drinks Bouquet Guest Book Table Pink Centerpieces Cherry Blossom Guest Book Pink Bridesmaid Dresses Pink Favor Packages Pink and White Wedding Favors Pink Decorations for Guest Book Table Pink Centerpieces Ticket Wedding Cake Bright Pink Bridal Bouquet Pink Wedding Programs Pink and Blue Save-the-Dates Pink and White Invitations Escort Card Table

Real Weddings with Blue Ideas:

Lavender Toss Blue-and-White Save-the-Date Blue and White Bouquet Blue and Yellow Invitations Blue Parasol Decorations Altar and Aisle Decorations Blue Embroidery Flower Girl Crown Blue Attire for the Groom Blue and Brown Stationery Nautical-Theme Reception Table Blue Cocktails Blue and Red Stationery Blue Bridesmaid Dresses Blue-and-White Chuppah Blue and Pink Place Settings "Just Married" Sign Garden Stationery Blue and White Table Setting Magnetic Guest Wishes Blue and White Cake Favors Blue Bouquet Sash Blue Escort Cards Blue Guest Book Blue and White Programs The Reception Navy Bridesmaid Dresses Ocean-Themed Centerpieces Blue and White Cake Blue-and-White Centerpieces with Flags Cocktail Napkins Blue Ring Pillow Bridal Bouquet Signature Drink Table Numbers Blue Favors Table Runners and Escort Flags Blue-and-White Wedding Inviations Blue and Pink Save-the-Dates Blue Inverted Postage

Season

Winter Ideas from Real Weddings:

Bride with Her Skis Winter Bouquet Winter Boots Christmas Decorations Fur Accessory Winter Wedding Invitations Wintery Centerpieces Christmas Tree Winter-White Bouquet Winter Bouquet Faux Bois Wedding Cake Ski Decorations Pinecone Monogram Hot Drink Woodsy Escort Cards Winter Wedding Cake Wedding Gifts Escort Card Display

Theme

Real Weddings on the Beach:

Flip-Flop Gifts Beach-Themed Centerpieces Location, Location, Location Place Cards Tropical Centerpieces Reception Bridesmaid Bouquets

Formal Wedding Ideas:

Custom-Made Wedding Dress Bouquet with Pearlescent Beads Hand-Painted Wedding Dress 40 Wedding Cakes Ice Sculptures Custom-Designed Wedding Invitations Custom Wedding Cake Crystal-Infused Bouquet Bridesmaids in Formalwear Die-Cut and Calligraphed Escort Cards Sweet Treats for Guests Engraved and Calligraphed Invitations Five Wedding Cakes Grand Centerpieces Cathedral-Length Veil Classical Ceremony Music Custom-Made Linens Tokens for the Guests Elaborate Place Settings Seating Card Booklets Calligraphed Table Cards Vintage Getaway Car Custom Linens Silver Bell Favors Artisanal Breads Car Decorations Silk Bridesmaid Dresses Dancing Tent Lush Wedding Centerpieces Candy Favors Fabric-Covered Wedding Programs Wedding Cake Favors Six-Tier Wedding Cake Reception at Tiffany's Handmade Program Holders Personalized Menu Cards Custom Welcome Bags Gold-Embossed Wedding Invitations Floor-Length Bridesmaid Dresses Embellished Wedding Cake Towers of Dessert Scroll as a Guest Book Hollywood-Inspired Invitations Wedding Atrium Vintage Getaway Car Late-Night Snacks Ring Bearer Outfits A Second Wedding Dress Hand-Painted Aisle Runner

Casual Wedding Ideas:

"Just Married" Banner Themed Decorations Loosely Bunched Flowers A Barn Ceremony Fabric Flower Bouquet Paper Table Decor Posterlike Wedding Invitations Circus-Themed Huppa Drink Stand Table Garlands Balloon Decorations Lodge Ceremony Milk and Cookies Rustic Bridesmaid Bouquet Paper Lantern Decorations Surf Music Comic Book Table Numbers Country-Chic Fans Playful Wedding Invitations Wedding Dessert Bar Bird's Nest Altar Outdoor Reception Button Wedding Favors Table Runners and Escort Flags Personalized Signs Personalized Cocktail Napkins Rustic Outdoor Reception Feather Boutonnieres Bold Bridal Bouquet Cocktail Hour Cheese and Fruit Plate Ceremony Decor Man's Best Friend Clothesline Wedding Favors Kitschy Table Decorations Wedding Welcome The Couple's Story Homemade Bridal Bouquet Reception Decorations Rustic Getaway Table Settings Cherry Boutonniere Fruit and Flower Centerpieces Vegan Wedding Cake Dinner on the Lawn Gallery of Photos Relaxed Guests Boutonnieres and Hairpieces Ticket Wedding Cake Dessert Buffet Bridesmaid Attire Rum Wedding Cakes Bridesmaid Dresses Paper Lantern Decorations Mismatched Plates Wedding Favors Wedding Drinks Doggy Attire Ring Pillows Confetti Toss French-Grain-Sack Napkins

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