Alix Strauss
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5 Wedding Trends That Are Reinventing Classic Traditions
Some time-honored customs have been reimagined for modern brides and grooms seeking a touch of nostalgia with a contemporary twist.
Trudging Through Sobriety and Other Challenges, One Step at a Time
As Morgan Hartman and Phillip de Amezola supported each through personal health crises, their relationship and a “love plant” flourished.
How a Bridal Collection Is Made, From Sketch to Runway
The designer Rebecca Schoneveld provides an inside look at how she prepares for New York Bridal Fashion Week.
Bridal Designer Nadia Manjarrez Is Inspired by Her Father and Feminism
After working with major designers in evening wear, Nadia Manjarrez found her calling: “Bridal is full of emotion and story.”
The Making of a Custom Wedding Veil
Harriett Falvey, a veil designer, believes the time-honored accessory is often misunderstood: “It’s about being different and making your wedding attire your own.”
Why Do Couples Tie Cans to Wedding Cars?
Once used to show disapproval of a union, this clamorous custom now signifies a happy beginning for newlyweds.
It’s Never Too Late to Become a Nurse
During the pandemic, Joanna Patchett spent 18 harrowing months in the intensive care unit. She discovered that medicine isn’t just about science — it’s also...
Bridal Swimsuits Go Beyond the Beach
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.
Andrew Ousley and Fay Leshner Grew Closer After the Pandemic
Fay Leshner and Andrew Ousley have survived some ups and downs over the years. The pandemic helped them appreciate the life they built.
Family Is Everything for Diana Ming and John Gold
Just months after they began dating in 2018, Jonathan Gold introduced Diana Ming, an only child of Chinese immigrants, to his large extended family. She...