Wedding Rehearsal Dinner vs. Welcome Party: Which One Makes Sense for Your Wedding Weekend?
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Wedding Rehearsal Dinner vs. Welcome Party: Which One Makes Sense for Your Wedding Weekend?

Wedding rehearsal dinner, welcome party, or both? There’s no wedding-weekend rulebook saying you need to do any of it. Here’s how to decide what makes sense for your guest list, your plans, and the people flying in from all over to celebrate with you, plus a peek at Mallory and Anthony’s New Orleans weekend, complete with jazz, a Mississippi River boat, plenty of wine, and even more happy tears.

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How to Plan a Multi-Day Destination Wedding Weekend
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How to Plan a Multi-Day Destination Wedding Weekend

A multi-day destination wedding gives you something a traditional wedding day rarely can: actual time with everyone you love. From welcome drinks and slow mornings to choosing the right destination, planning guest travel, communicating the weekend itinerary, and deciding which moments you want photographed, this guide covers how to create a destination wedding weekend that feels less like a packed schedule and more like the best group vacation ever, with a wedding somewhere in the middle.

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The Best NYC Hotels for Wedding Morning Photos That Feel Lived-In and Artful
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The Best NYC Hotels for Wedding Morning Photos That Feel Lived-In and Artful

Your wedding morning is more than a place to get ready, it's where the day truly begins. From timeless favorites like The Plaza and The Bowery Hotel to neighborhood gems like Hotel Chelsea and Arthouse Hotel, this guide shares the best NYC hotels for wedding mornings, plus tips for creating photographs that feel natural, personal, and full of life. Whether you're planning a City Hall celebration or a full wedding weekend, you'll find everything you need to choose a hotel that feels just as meaningful as the people sharing it with you. 

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How to Build a Wedding Day Timeline That Lets New York Become Part of the Story
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How to Build a Wedding Day Timeline That Lets New York Become Part of the Story

A great wedding day timeline doesn't just keep your wedding on schedule; it gives you the freedom to actually experience it. From realistic sample timelines and portrait timing to New York-specific planning tips, this guide will help you build an NYC wedding day that feels relaxed, intentional, and full of the moments you'll remember long after it's over.

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Why Your NYC Courthouse Wedding Day Shouldn't End After You Say "I Do"
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Why Your NYC Courthouse Wedding Day Shouldn't End After You Say "I Do"

An NYC courthouse wedding doesn't have to begin and end with a quick ceremony. From getting ready together and riding the subway to exploring your favorite neighborhoods and celebrating over dinner, this guide shares how to turn your courthouse wedding into a day that feels deeply personal, along with planning tips, photo inspiration, and ideas for making every moment count.

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Wedding Locations in NYC That Feel Extremely Romantic | A New York Wedding Photographer's Guide
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Wedding Locations in NYC That Feel Extremely Romantic | A New York Wedding Photographer's Guide

Looking for the best wedding locations in NYC? From the quiet charm of the West Village and the editorial streets of SoHo to iconic spots like Central Park, DUMBO, and City Hall, this guide breaks down the most romantic places for wedding photos in New York City. Learn which locations fit your style, the best seasons to visit, how to pair neighborhoods for a more meaningful gallery, and insider planning tips from a New York wedding photographer. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a full wedding day, this guide will help you create photos that feel as personal as your love story.

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Why This Messina's at the Terminal Wedding Changed My Approach as a Documentary Wedding Photographer
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Why This Messina's at the Terminal Wedding Changed My Approach as a Documentary Wedding Photographer

Mallory and Anthony's wedding at Messina's at the Terminal completely changed the way I think about documenting wedding days. They trusted me to photograph their entire wedding on film, skipped the traditional photo-heavy timeline, and spent their day focused on what mattered most: being fully present with the people they love. If you're considering a wedding at Messina's at the Terminal, here's what to know about the venue, plus why building your day around the experience instead of the photos might lead to your favorite images anyway.

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Little Rock Courthouse Engagement Photos: Why Courthouses Make the Best Editorial Backdrops
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Little Rock Courthouse Engagement Photos: Why Courthouses Make the Best Editorial Backdrops

Lilit and Taylor's Little Rock Courthouse engagement session proves you don't need a plane ticket to create editorial engagement photos. Inspired by the San Francisco courthouse, we found dramatic architecture, beautiful light, and plenty of personality much closer to home. In this guide, I'm sharing tips for planning courthouse engagement photos, choosing unique engagement photo locations, what to wear for an editorial look, and how to create engagement photos that feel elevated while still feeling like you.

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Why Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Photography Matters for Your Wedding Weekend
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Why Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Photography Matters for Your Wedding Weekend

Josh and Cassie's rainy Mississippi crawfish boil reminded me why I think couples seriously underestimate their rehearsal dinner. From creating space for connection to helping your photographer tell a more meaningful story, here's why the night before your wedding might matter more than you think, and how to plan a rehearsal dinner that feels genuinely like you.

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2027 Wedding Trends That Aren’t The Typical Trends You’re Thinking Of
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2027 Wedding Trends That Aren’t The Typical Trends You’re Thinking Of

What if the biggest 2027 wedding trends have nothing to do with flowers, color palettes, or whatever wedding TikTok is talking about this week? Katie and Mitchell's wedding at the James Lee House in Memphis was a beautiful reminder that the weddings people remember most are the ones built around connection. From hand-painted cards for every guest to a candlelit dinner filled with stories, laughter, and genuine conversation, this intentional Tennessee wedding was proof that personal details will always outlast passing trends. As a New York City-based travel wedding photographer, this wedding reminded me why the most meaningful celebrations aren't about perfection, they're about people.

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How to Get a Wedding in New York Vibe Without Getting Married in Manhattan
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How to Get a Wedding in New York Vibe Without Getting Married in Manhattan

Do you need a Manhattan venue to have a wedding in New York that feels romantic, stylish, and unmistakably NYC? Sarah and Garrett's wedding at The Madison Hotel in Morristown, New Jersey, proves otherwise. From a charming vintage train car and packed dance floor to thoughtful wedding-day experiences and unforgettable portraits, this celebration is full of inspiration for couples dreaming of New York wedding vibes without the city logistics.

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The New York Courthouse Wedding Guide | How to Plan an Intentional NYC Courthouse Wedding
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The New York Courthouse Wedding Guide | How to Plan an Intentional NYC Courthouse Wedding

Thinking about planning a New York courthouse wedding? This guide covers everything from getting married at the NYC City Clerk’s Office to the best photo locations in Manhattan, what to wear, timeline tips, and how to make your courthouse wedding feel personal, emotional, and fully true to you. Featuring Marta + Sam’s intimate NYC courthouse wedding day in Tribeca with all the confetti, cloudy skies, and chaotic little New York moments that made it unforgettable.

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Why a Multi-Day Destination Wedding in Italy is A MUST!
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Why a Multi-Day Destination Wedding in Italy is A MUST!

Matt and Zoey’s destination wedding in Italy became so much more than a single wedding day. From wandering Rome and biking through the countryside to emotional late-night dinners and a farewell brunch at their villa, this wedding week was a reminder that the moments people treasure most usually happen in between the big events. If you’re planning an Italian wedding, here’s why creating a connected, immersive wedding weekend and documenting all of it matters so much.

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