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micro weddings: the new power move
For years, wedding size was treated like a scoreboard. More guests, more drama, more proof that the celebration - and the love - was worthy of attention. Bigger wasn’t just better. It was expected. When weddings came back, couples didn’t rush to pick up where they left off. They edited. Hard. And in that process, micro weddings stopped being a workaround and started being a statement.
Mar 25
A Tale of Destiny: Rustic Elegance at Sweeney Barn
College assignments usually don’t come with a cathedral veil and a barn full of florals. Michael Al Bahou’s senior internship did — and A Tale of Destiny at Sweeney Barn in Manassas, Virginia, was born.
Jan 8
Shimmer or Not to Shimmer
Your ultimate "Glow Guide." Weddings, parties or nights out — sometimes, you want to look like a soft-focus dream, not a fluorescent light. Enter shimmer. From dewy highlighters to glimmering eyeshadow, the right glow can elevate any look from “meh” to “main character energy.” But not all shimmer is created equal — and it’s definitely not always the answer.
Sep 11, 2025
Top 5 Wedding Trends 2025
Weddings in 2025 are about breaking the mold, throwing out the rulebook, and making sure your big day is actually memorable (instead of just another cookie-cutter event with stale chicken and forced smiles). If you're planning 2025 wedding, listen up — because these trends are about to take over.
May 12, 2025
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