Field Notes

Fashion experts cite the influence of the British royals, along with high-profile events like the Kentucky Derby for the resurgence of this vintage wedding trend.

By Alix Strauss

Many couples are no longer waiting until after their weddings to take a trip.

By Allison Duncan

Many couples are opting for flowers from local farms as a more sustainable way to customize the look of their weddings.

By Amanda McCracken

Dress codes, color palettes and shopping guides: Wardrobe guidance for some weddings is getting increasingly specific.

By Praachi Raniwala

The farm-to-table concept has been around for a while, but some couples expect more than simply fresh cuisine at their wedding. They want to be fully immersed in the farm experience.

By Alix Strauss

To delight their guests, couples are booking musical headliners to give surprise performances at their weddings.

By Stephanie Cain

For some, undergoing a cosmetic procedure or two is an essential component of wedding prep.

By Sarah Lyon

With the cost of weddings on the rise, some couples are skipping big celebrations and prioritizing travel instead.

By Brianna Holt

Move over stilettos and slingbacks, there’s a new bridal shoe trend in town: the cowboy boot. Brides are pairing them with relaxed silhouetted dresses for an elegant western look.

By Ivy Manners

Some couples choose to turn away from traditional engagements and opt for joint proposals, no surprise needed.

By Emma Grillo

The bachelorette party is getting a spa makeover, with many brides-to-be now opting for more tranquil settings.

By Ivy Manners

The model Emily Ratajkowski’s “divorce rings” are part of a trend for jewelry that signals a new beginning after a marriage ends.

By Allison Duncan

Some couples are going above and beyond to personalize their weddings, with bespoke party favors and custom experiences for guests.

By Rachel Simon

First comes wedding cake. Then game-day margaritas.

By Tammy LaGorce

Along with the emotional turmoil, there are logistics to navigate. Here are tips on what to do next from people who have been through it.

By Perri Ormont Blumberg

Brides and grooms are hiring content creators to film, edit footage and produce Instagram and TikTok posts with music, transitions and behind-the-scenes moments.

By Ivy Manners

Why are receptions (and Instagram) increasingly filled with table-long confections?

By Sarah Wood

Some brides and grooms are addressing the age-old dilemma of “who’s going to watch the kids?” by hiring babysitters for guests’ little ones.

By Hilary Sheinbaum

Some newlyweds are seeking some rest and relaxation after the festivities — with 25 of their nearest and dearest.

By Alyson Rogg

Traveling? Completing manual labor? Mindful of safety? There are alternative rings for that.

By Hilary Sheinbaum

For brides who want to feel glamorous at every moment on their wedding day, ornate robes embellished with feathers, lace and sequins are a go-to option for pre-wedding looks.

By Chloe Anello

Brides — and grooms — are clamoring to incorporate pearls into their wedding looks in modern ways.

By Stephanie Cain

Picking a wedding venue can be a daunting process. But for some couples who met as college students, marrying at their alma maters is the clear choice.

By Emma Grillo

A wedding is incomplete for some couples without their canine companions — whether on the dance floor, down the aisle or in the dressing room.

By Sarah Lyon

For many couples, working with businesses that share their values and support people from diverse backgrounds is an important part of the planning process.

By Sadiba Hasan

Social media is giving a lift to the centuries-old practice of looking to the stars to decide on the exact time, date and location of a couple’s big day.

By Laura Pitcher

Beaded and bedazzled, fancy and frilly, lacy and Lycra-fitted — bridal bikinis are here. Brides are embracing swimwear for after parties, honeymoons and even ceremonies.

By Alix Strauss

Some brides are bucking tradition and trading tiaras, sashes and bar hopping in major cities with their friends in favor of a more subdued celebration, alone.

By Stephanie Cain

To celebrate the rite of passage, some women are opting for a mid-wedding haircut.

By Allison Duncan

Across the country, more couples are seeking out film photographers to shoot their weddings.

By Emma Grillo