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1 Harry Winston Classic Winston Heart-Shaped Engagement Ring with Tapered Baguette Side Stones. Photography: Aurora Crowley; Production: L Group Productions, Inc.; Stylist: Cannon; Assistant Stylist: Amber Stolec; Hair: Mako Iijima; Makeup: Yumi; Location: Contra Studios New Year, NY
In recent years, photos of newly engaged couples have been dominated by cushion-cut, round, oval, and emerald-cut diamond rings. Not only are they as modern as they are timeless, but these standard diamond shapes are relatively easy to come by.
A symbol of eternal love; a precious memory of historical love stories; fire of gemstones that have kept secrets of forbidden romances; sentimental language of gems; passionate lovers separated by distance or death.
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As one of the world’s most romantic places, Santorini is a dreamy location where the sea, volcanic landscape, and blue sky become an idyllic backdrop for modern destination weddings. Couples who tie the knot in Santorini often refer to it as “paradise on earth,” as it offers such a unique and unforgettable ambiance for celebrating love.
The Greek Isles are famous for their fantastic summer weather, which typically lasts from April through October. For an outdoor wedding, the best time to get married in Santorini is between May and September, as couples and their guests can admire the views and landscape in all their glory.
“Booking your wedding date in high season is the best choice if you want to have the event of your life and combine it with a wonderful summer vacation in Greece,” says Konstantinos C. Deliporanidis, Founder of DW Events in Santorini.
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Every year, brides-to-be turn to top bridal designers to see what wedding dresses are in style for the upcoming season.
We’ve seen countless wedding gown styles over the decades, from the elegant to the coquettish. Even black wedding dresses make the occasional appearance for a select few avant-garde brides.
In recent seasons, however, bridal designers seem to be aiming for a balance between timelessness and modernity.
Designers are also showing off their own interpretations of glamour and elegance, whether they’re creating lace long-sleeve wedding dresses or a minimalist gown with impeccable tailoring.
There’s an abundance of beautiful details to appreciate within the current collections of glamorous wedding dresses.
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The Spring 2023 couture season was one to take note of, presenting a fleet of collections that deeply represented fusing couture craftsmanship of the past with modern-day execution.
Many designers found their collections influenced by pinnacle artistic voices that have transcended from the past into the present, interpreting their once-complicated lives and intricate works of art into designs that were rich with opulence, power and femininity.
There were trends that seemed to transcend throughout each of the designers' visions, appearing in moments of intricate hand-beading, molded silhouettes, stunning pastels and physically defying structure.
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Spring is a season rich in beautiful flowers, fauna, wildlife, and colors. For couples getting married within the March through May timeframe, it can be overwhelming to choose a décor scheme or color palette.
Over the years, top wedding planners and designers worldwide have presented Spring wedding décor ideas that include every design imaginable – from over-the-top floral installations, to minimalist aesthetics.
Currently, couples and their designers are often choosing between two contrasting concepts of monochromatic wedding décor or multicolored designs.
With Spring being a season that involves the blooming of new flowers, an abundance of greenery, and the return of sunny days, there’s an inherent sense of romance to a Spring wedding celebration.
To fully embody the fairytale aspect of the season, couples may want to opt for a more romantic wedding cake design that pays homage to Spring and all it entails.
