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Bridal Veils Are Making a Long-Awaited Comeback

Yes, the veil is popular again—but choosing the wrong hairstyle to go with it can throw off your whole look. Thankfully, Alexis Dunnigan, the hair and makeup maven behind XO Beauty Co., has the formula for a winning combination. For starters, short veils …
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Wedding Inspiration: Garden Party? More Like Greenhouse Party!

By Becca Jones   Don’t be fooled. This isn’t your classic garden party wedding. It’s, in fact, a greenhouse wedding, masterfully coordinated by Southern House Events. This modern-meets-colorful scene was brought to fruition at The Nursery by Southwinds in Irvine, California. The experiential theme …
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Bright Ideas: A Yellow Wedding Color Palette

We know what you’re thinking. Yellow for a wedding? How tacky? Set those reservations aside, because that’s not quite, when done right. The brightest hue on the color spectrum stands for happiness—and that’s an emotion no nearly wed should reject. For our …
Three brides pose together amid blue furniture and florals

Head in the Sky: A Blue Wedding Color Palette

Bright blue, light blue, dark blue, Jet Blue—nope, that last one doesn’t count, but we’ll lop it in with sky blue—um, we’re seeing blue. As part of our “Color Me Pretty” wedding gown shoot, honing in on five particular color schemes for …
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The Exquisite Weddings Fall 2017 Issue Is Here!

We are thrilled to announce the Exquisite Weddings cover debut for Fall 2017! This cover represents our 10-year anniversary (cue the champagne pop sound effect now!). The photo was taken at one of the most exquisite San Diego hotels, Fairmont Grand Del Mar, who …
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10 Swoon-Worthy Wedding Gowns for Fall

This season’s most swoon-worthy gowns, modeled at one of San Diego’s dreamiest venues, the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, which is celebrating its own 10-year anniversary! Keep scrolling for stunning big-day inspiration—exquisite details, awesome accessories, and florals worth fawning over. Sara Seven “Venice” …
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Style Inspiration for the Urban Modern Bride

We’re going gaga over this North Park styled photo shoot showing off the latest jewels from Marrow Fine Jewelry, along with some urban modern bride style inspiration. This fun, edgy, and colorful shoot took place at the trendy new Holy Matcha cafe …