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Engagement

Magical engagement photo session in Big Sur

Kirsten Palladino 0 4 min read

Dani and Kaelee's engagement photo session in Big Sur was nothing short of magical.

Features, Giveaways, News, Planning

Love Conquers All wedding giveaway theme revealed: Black is Queen

Kirsten Palladino 0 7 min read

Brandy Owens and Stephanie Grigsby, winners of our Love Conquers All wedding contest in partnership with Signature Bride and WebWed Mobile, will marry on Oct....

Marriage Equality News, News, Viewpoints

Dignity and respect for all: marriage equality celebrates five years as a federal right

Shannon Minter 0 7 min read

The far-reaching impact of the fight for marriage equality reverberates five years after the U.S. Supreme Court decided the issue.

Engagement

Uly + Ernesto: a monochrome winter engagement session at California sand dunes

Guest Writer 0 3 min read

Uly + Ernesto: a monochrome winter engagement session at California sand dunes

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Modern summer ranch wedding in Burbank, California

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 1 min read

Anthony and Ray got married in June at Calamigos Equestrian ranch in Burbank, California.

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Elegant burgundy and green winter estate wedding in Fallbrook, California

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 6 min read

Leena and Brittany had a winter estate wedding with a burgundy and forest green color scheme, a waterfall, lots of flowers and a donut table.

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Nerdy and elegant Kingdom Hearts inspired wedding

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 2 min read

Katherine and Cassidy wanted their wedding to be geeky and reflect their love of Kingdom Hearts, while still providing an elegant experience for guests.

Engagement

Golden hour proposal in the mountains of San Diego, California

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 1 min read

Roya proposed to Lauren during this golden hour photo shoot in the mountains of San Diego, California, on a fall October day.

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

After 20 years, two grooms celebrate with whimsical winery wedding

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 1 min read

Andy and Jeff's wedding was 20 years in the making, and they celebrated with a whimsical wedding at a winery featuring aerialist performances.

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Whimsical, rustic waterfront wedding in San Diego, California

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 2 min read

Brittny and Brittany got married in San Diego, California. Their whimsical wedding featured giant cat face cut outs and a ranch dressing fountain.

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Moody, fun summer backyard wedding in Los Angeles, California

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 1 min read

Sarah and Corrie exchanged vows in front of their loved ones in a private residence in Los Angeles, California, with a fun and bold vibe.

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Intimate sunset beach wedding ceremony in La Jolla, California

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 2 min read

Melissa and Mari got married on the beach in La Jolla, California, with an intimate ceremony and celebrated with a rooftop reception.

Engagement

Beach anniversary photos in San Francisco, California

Fin Leary Lavoie 1 1 min read

Tom and Brad were married a year ago, and wanted to further celebrate their love with an anniversary photo session at the beach in San...

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Wild child Southwest wedding at Rimrock Ranch in Pioneertown, California

Fin Leary Lavoie 0 3 min read

Jared loved the idea of getting hitched in the Southwest, someplace spirited and peaceful. Matt knew he wanted an outdoor wedding with a camp-like feel.