Summer 2018

The Knot Weddings Magazine

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You Do You
Welcome to our first ever personalization issue. When I got married, the idea of personalizing your day usually meant creative table names (mine were New York City neighborhoods) and monogrammed napkins (yep, I had those too). And that was only five
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Contributors
CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST “Cosmic Love” (p. 200) How can a bride nail down her personalized beauty look ahead of her day? It’s so important to have a consultation with your stylist well before the wedding. I ask my brides how they want to feel and what t
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Plan Your Wedding on Your Phone
The first thing you’ll do in our app is take an image-based style quiz to help zero in on your wedding vibe (more on that on the next page). Once complete, you’ll have your very own Wedding Vision that you can easily share with family and local pros
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You’re Engaged!
Envision your wedding and decide how much you want to spend (and who else will be contributing). Search for the perfect place to celebrate, keeping budget and guest count in mind. Then set the date. Ask your besties to stand beside you at the altar a
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Your Wedding Vision
No couple is just one set style—instead you’ll get a series of words that describe your wedding vibe. Bonus: You can use this lingo when talking with your pros. Check out the colors that best match your wedding style. And the best part—you can always
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Ask The Knot Squad
PLANNING How do we choose the perfect signature cocktail for our reception? Mary Chatman: When picking a signature sip, you want to make sure it has great flavor and some personal significance to you and your partner. Tap a local mixologist to help y
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Real Reflections
1 Why am I getting married? Wedding planning can be stressful when you lose sight of why you’re organizing this day in the first place. By returning to the main reason you’re saying “I do”—to spend the rest of your life with that person you love so m
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Makeup
A built-in brush takes the intimidation factor out of drawing the perfect cat eye. And don’t worry—the long-lasting formula won’t crease or fade. There’s a reason why this blush is a cult classic (and no, it’s not just the suggestive name). Its sheer
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Hair
Smooth a small amount through dry hair for brilliant shine that won’t make your locks lifeless. Can you say, “game changer”? A luxe, caviar-infused duo keeps your mane looking gorgeous and glossy. This hair spray has strong hold but is still flexible
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Fresh Greenery Backdrop
1 CUT OUT our and your fiancé’s initials from cardboard, leaving room for holes (at the top and bottom if hanging vertically, as we did, or on the sides if hanging horizontally). Or ask someone at a local woodshop to create a more elaborate design fo
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Color Crush Flamingo Pink
Pops of fuchsia can invigorate any wedding detail, including your invitation suite, florals and favors. Incorporate this vibrant hue into your day with one of these ideas. Pretty pink bridesmaid dresses will look extra festive on your girls alongside
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SLICE by SLICE
$540 THE AVERAGE AMOUNT COUPLES SPEND ON THEIR WEDDING CAKE Some of the “it” ways bakers are creating standout cakes this year. Even basic white buttercream feels fresh when the focus is on texture. Get inspired by fabrics like a cozy fisherman sweat
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Expert on Call
How would you describe your aesthetic and outlook on wedding photography? My style is a combination of fine art and editorial. I focus on authentic moments and aim to shoot images that are light and airy with a hint of romance. There’s so much pressu
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Our $21,000 Wedding
The design-centric city of Savannah, Georgia, set the scene for Carlos Lopez (above, right) and Daren Capirchio’s destination wedding at The Kimpton Brice Hotel. With 65 guests in tow, the Miami-based couple wed on Memorial Day weekend. “We found sti
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What’s Trending
In addition to hot spots in the Caribbean and South Pacific, newlyweds craving sun and sea are adding Europe to their wanderlust lists. Check out our picks below, and what other fab destinations nearby you can hit up too. While less famous than fello
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Hot Spots
STAY Check in to the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, just one stop away from Magic Kingdom on the Monorail, or book a multi-bedroom villa at Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, a short ferry ride away from lots of shopping and dining options at Disney Sprin
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Keep Calm & Carry On
Between booking a destination venue and choosing the perfect florals, transportation logistics for your dress may have slipped your mind. Good news: Most airlines will allow you to carry on your wedding attire, which we definitely recommend (checking
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Retro Coastal Cool
GATLIN & AUSTIN SEPTEMBER 7 • AGOURA HILLS, CA PHOTO BOOTH Partygoers posed for photos in the back of a ’74 Volkswagen bus flanked by vintage props and seating. STATIONERY Red and white paper goods played up the mid-century vibe and coordinated with
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Modern Garden Glam
KIMBERLY & JUSTIN JULY 1 • ALEXANDRIA, VA FASHION Kimberly’s bridesmaids wore blush, floor-length dresses, while the bride accessorized her textured gown with an ivory tulle veil, pearl earrings and navy velvet sandals. STATIONERY Verdant English gar
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Bohemian Fusion
JENNIFER & AGAM OCTOBER 15 • CHARLESTON, SC BARAAT Agam entered the ceremony on the back of a black horse for his baraat (processional). FLOWERS Arrangements of blush astilbe, seeded eucalyptus, ranunculus and antique hydrangeas filled metallic vesse
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New England Elegance
TIM & TOM APRIL 29 • NEWPORT, RI FLORALS Arrangements of hellebore, fritillaries, peonies, poppies, lilacs and sweet peas were placed throughout the hotel’s interior, reflecting the day’s refined yet natural aesthetic. CAKE “Our baker laughed when we
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Island Vibrance
SUZETT & SAM DECEMBER 17 • BOCA GRANDE, FL CEREMONY Whitewashed doors framed the alfresco ceremony setup, where Suzett and Sam exchanged vows on a raised platform in the shade of century-old banyan trees. “The succulent letters displayed on each door
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Fantastical Forest
SARAH & TRAVIS SEPTEMBER 24 • THOMPSONVILLE, MI FLORALS Sarah and Travis incorporated the Scottish emblem into her bouquet and his boutonniere to honor Sarah’s Scotch-Irish grandfather from Nova Scotia. ATTIRE Travis designed his three-piece suit wit
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Under THE SICILIAN SUN
The grounds of Dimora delle Balze, a 19th-century Mediterranean estate turned hotel, set the vibe for this Tuscan celebration. For a festive tabletop guests can feast their eyes—and stomachs—on, dress it with a combination of bowls of food they can n
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Antigua
LANGUAGE SPOKEN English CURRENCY East Caribbean dollar (EC), US dollar BEST MONTHS TO GO December to May 1 Antigua sits smack-dab in the center of the Caribbean Islands. 2 The island has more than 350 chalky white public beaches. Some of the best inc
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The Bahamas
LANGUAGES SPOKEN English CURRENCY Bahamian dollar (BSD), US dollar BEST MONTHS TO GO December to April 1 About 700 islands make up the Bahamas, tossed across the lower Atlantic between Florida and Cuba. Only 30 of them are inhabited. 2 The water is s
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Barbados
LANGUAGES SPOKEN English CURRENCY Barbados dollar ($BD) BEST MONTHS TO GO December to April 1 With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine each year, the weather is almost always sunny and warm, cooled by the constant northeast trade winds. The average day
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Grenada
LANGUAGE SPOKEN English, French CURRENCY East Caribbean dollar (EC) BEST MONTHS TO GO January to May 1 The three islands of Grenada, Carriacou & Petite Martinique are located in the eastern Caribbean at the southern extremity of the Windward Islands,
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Wedding Party 101
• For a modern, but still put-together look—pick the color and fabric, but consider letting your bridesmaids choose the neckline and silhouette. • When shopping, bring one or two bridesmaids—maybe the bridesmaid who has the body or coloring that’s mo
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St. Lucia
LANGUAGES SPOKEN English CURRENCY East Caribbean dollar (EC), US dollar BEST MONTHS TO GO December to April 1 Visit Sulphur Springs, a “drive-in” volcano, which last erupted two centuries ago. 2 Make sure you check out Gros Piton and Petit Piton, rug
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Jamaica
AT A GLANCE LANGUAGES SPOKEN English, Patois CURRENCY Jamaican dollar (J$) BEST MONTHS TO GO December to April 1 The best way to get around is in Jamaican Union of Travelers Association (JUTA)– licensed taxis. 2 Montego Bay is definitely a must-see.
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Summer
WHY GO The Canadian Rockies are even more majestic once the snow melts. Take to the trails of Banff National Park on horseback; kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard in turquoise-colored lakes; soak in hot springs; or catch a concert at Shaw Amphithea
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Fall
WHY GO St. Lucia is the Caribbean escape of choice for couples who prefer waterfalls to pools and hiking to lounging with a piña colada on the beach. During the fall, the weather is still breezy and beautiful on St. Lucia, but the crowds are thinner
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Winter
WHY GO Winter is the perfect season to sample Quebec’s hearty signature dish, poutine (fries, gravy and cheese curds), and visit its famed sugar shacks. GREAT FOR Foodies, Francophiles, snow enthusiasts WHERE TO STAY Located in the picturesque villag
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TURKS & CAICOS
LANGUAGE SPOKEN English CURRENCY US dollar BEST MONTHS TO GO December to April 1 Try to catch the “green flash” at sunset. This split-second burst of emerald light can sometimes happen along the horizon on a clear day. 2 Explore historic Cockburn Tow
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Spring
WHY GO While the resort-lined beaches of Nassau and Paradise Island get an influx of college spring break revelers, Eleuthera maintains a blissful, off-the-grid feel. It’s easy to unwind here—days revolve around long walks on pink-sand beaches, fish-

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