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12 Letter From The Editor
26 Trending
36 THE VENUE: Libraries
18 The Perfect Registry
34 The Playlist
40 PIN THIS: Summer Gowns
Take the time to truly experience and discover all that the world has to offer.
Check out our foolproof ideas for the perfect wedding registry.
24 Open Bar
We tapped Omar YeeFoon, Beverage Consultant for Sandals Resorts, to whip up fresh cocktails and mocktails your guests will love.
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The buzziest things in beauty, fashion, travel and more that’s on our radar.
Internationally acclaimed DJ Michelle Pesce reveals her ultimate do’s and don’ts for crafting the perfect playlist—and shares a taste of her own expertly curated mix.
Meet the most stunning public libraries you can book for an unforgettable wedding day.
Fashion Editor-at-Large Corinne Pierre-Louis picks stylish bridal looks for the beach, garden, city or scenic outdoor wedding.
130 LAST LOOK: Terrific Taos
Before we go, a look at this magical New Mexico town that is nothing but quintessential Southwestern charm and history.
J O N AS J U N G B LU T
DEPARTMEN TS
SUMMER 2026
TENTS Leslie Garisto spent a day with her to uncover why the world’s most fabulous couples turn to Marcy.
86 A Honeymoon with Intention For couples who want their honeymoon to be more than a beach escape, Sensei Lana’I, a Four Seasons Resort, offers something rare: a shared reset for mind, body and spirit.
94 REAL WEDDING: Taylor and Drew After two hurricanes battered the St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, the couple remained determined to hold their wedding—and their resourcefulness and ingenuity made it unforgettable.
102 Something Old, New, Borrowed and Blue Four emerging fine jewelry brands are redefining how wedding jewels are made—and how they can look. These designers caught our eye.
108 REAL WEDDING: Julianne and Harrison 50 Wedding Skin Countdown
F EAT UR ES
Jean Godfrey-June breaks down a step-by-step guide to achieving the perfect glow for your wedding day.
54 THE INSIDER: Marva Munroe Nobody plans a luxury wedding in the Bahamas quite like superstar planner Marva Munroe. She shares her top picks for creating the ultimate island-chic celebration.
60 Rebuilding An Icon
Designer Hayley Paige is back! After reclaiming her name and relaunch-
ing her eponymous label, she reveals what’s next for her expanding fashion empire.
68 REAL WEDDING: Quinn and Matthew From a classic church ceremony to a nightclub-worthy dance floor, this couple’s Irish manor wedding fused timeless tradition with Miami heat.
78 The Grand Planner
For nearly 40 years, Marcy Blum has been shaping some of the world’s most iconic weddings.
ON THE COVER: HAYLEY PAIGE PHOTOGRAPHED BY RIKKI SNYDER AT BLUE STALLION FARM
Discover how a couple turned a rustic lodge into a stylish tribute to the Old West for a three-day celebration that—even better—included a welcome rodeo for guests.
116 Fabulous Florals
Lary Walshe, the floral mastermind for Adele, Rihanna, and Anna Wintour, reveals how to make summer flowers truly unforgettable.
124 Fit For Romance
We check into The Ranch in upstate New York where honeymooners can begin married life with a restorative reset.
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FROM t h e EDITOR
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ne of the perks of being the editor of this magazine is getting to do what’s called a “site visit” at destination resorts around the world. It’s one thing to scroll through a gallery of beautiful hotel suites and spa facilities; it’s another to experience them firsthand and decide whether they’re worthy of the pages of Bridal Guide. Tasting the food, booking the massage, even sleeping in the bed to test just how comfortable it is—these details matter. I want to be certain that if you choose to visit, you’ll never regret the decision.
That’s why travel is such a big conversation here. While the details of a wedding are carefully cu-
rated—we hire the best planner, florist, caterer, and DJ to ensure every moment is flawless—it’s where you go after the big day that’s entirely your own. That long-dreamed-of, once-in-a-lifetime trip? It
should absolutely be worth it. It should surprise you, delight you, and exceed every expectation you have for your honeymoon. And the definition of a honeymoon is evolving. As much as we love a toes-in-the-sand cocktail moment, many couples are now seeking a wellness-driven escape. In this issue, we explore two very different “healthy honeymoons”: one at Sensei Lāna‘i, A Four Seasons Resort in Hawaii, and the other in upstate New York with The Ranch. I’ve experienced both, and while each has its own deeply rooted philosophy designed to help guests return to their healthiest baseline, they share one goal: ensuring you leave refreshed, lighter, happier, and truly restored. My hope is that you see your honeymoon as an amuse-bouche for a lifetime of travel. Don’t make it your one and done trip of a lifetime—make it the beginning. A taste of what you’ll continue to explore together year after year. See the Seven Wonders. Ride the Orient Express. Climb a mountain. Because in the end, travel isn’t just a getaway—it’s where life expands. Yours, Danny Seo
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