As we began planning this Wedding Issue, we had one woman in mind: the fashion person—the one who knows the under-the-radar designers everyone will be talking about next season, plans her wedding guest look around a special vintage find, and makes every choice feel personal, unexpected, and entirely her own. This issue is for her and anyone else entering wedding season with a sense of style and a strong point of view. Inside, you'll find the trends shaping bridal fashion and planning through 2026, the designers behind the fashion set's favorite engagement rings, and the next-gen skin treatments insiders are quietly booking out months ahead. We explore a boutique owner's wedding styled entirely with archival pieces, follow one editor's eye-opening search for a plus-size wedding gown, and discuss cultural traditions every guest should know. Plus, we're sharing the pieces that belong in the suitcase of any best dressed attendee. Weddings may be rooted in tradition, but they're also a canvas for personal style. We hope this issue inspires you to celebrate accordingly.
Kristen nichols, Associate Director, Special Projects
THE WEDDING ISSUE | 2025
“As the owner of a vintage shop who is deeply preoccupied with sourcing clothes, I knew I was going to wear all vintage.”
Rachel Tabb
This Vintage Boutique Owner Wore Archival Calvin Klein For Her Intimate Backyard L.A. Wedding
Take a look inside the beautiful Los Angeles wedding of Rachel Tabb and Eric Davidson. The bride dug into the archives to source looks for each bridal moment, including everything from a 1900s Edwardian silk gown to a Francisco Costa-era Calvin Klein dress to a hand-beaded runway gown from Giorgio Armani. The bride also tapped into the '90s beauty references of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, Kate Moss, and Christy Turlington for her vintage-inspired wedding.
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Ralph Lauren Collection
Halterneck Gown
$3705
jessica mccormack
Gypset Earrings
$4550
MANOLO BLAHNIK
Chaos Sandals
$885
dorsey
Benedetta Bracelet
$410
Every Major Wedding Trend Set to Define Bridal Style in 2026
Step into the future of bridal fashion with an exclusive preview of the trends set to shape weddings in 2026. From the runways of Spring 2026 Bridal Fashion Week come standout styles like dramatic drop-waist gowns, architectural corsetry, and vintage-inspired silhouettes that echo the elegance of couture's golden era. This is your insider's guide to the most elegant looks every in-the-know bride will be coveting in the year ahead.
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Wedding dress shopping is marketed as a joyful rite of passage, but for many plus-size brides, it's a reminder of how the bridal industry continues to overlook them. Despite some progress, access to stylish, size-inclusive gowns remains limited. We're exploring how designers, buyers, and stylists are rethinking what it means to dress every bride and where the industry still falls short.
Designers Are Finally Beginning to Understand the Plus-Size Bride. Why Did It Take So Long?
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for the bride
DANIELLE FRANKEL
Emerson Gown
$5990
Completedworks
Baroque Pearl Earrings
$464
De La Vali
Lola Dress
$505
MANOLO BLAHNIK
Carolyne Pumps
$935
THE NEW ARRIVALS
Rhea Gown
$1150
khaite
Lina Pochette
$880
MÉGA Jewelry
Cobra Bracelet
$145
toteme
Crossover Sandals
$570
tory burch
Mirrorwork Dress
$1998
NLA collection
Knot Bag
$250
FOR THE GUEST
We tracked down our favorite brides from the Asian community to unpack common guest etiquette mistakes at culturally significant weddings. From color symbolism to traditional attire, this story offers thoughtful insight into how to respectfully show up—without sacrificing style.
Red Is for the Bride, Not You:
What Wedding Guests Should Know About Cultural Traditions
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Here's your download on the best in dresses, bags, jewels, and shoes, all of which are worthy of your wedding guest wardrobe this season. Whether the attire calls for black tie or beach chic, we've got you covered with picks ranging from classic to trendy and everything in between.
YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR BEING THE BEST DRESSED WEDDING GUEST
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SOFIE PAVITT FACE
Mandelic Clearing Serum
$54
Armani Beauty
Luminous Silk Foundation
$69
Dr. Diamond’s Metacine
Instafacial Serum
$200
LYMA
Lyma Laser
$2695
PATRICK TA
Major Headlines Blush
$38
ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starrr
On 'Til Dawn Setting Spray
$34
Bridal Beauty
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I'll take a Genesis with a side of baby tox. Here, you'll find a menu of all the beauty treatments worth booking before the big day, from noninvasive contouring methods to glass-skin enhancers to texture-smoothing lasers with zero downtime.
Every Pre-Wedding Skin Treatment to Know in 2025
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These are set to be the biggest trends in wedding planning and design. The industry's top wedding and event planners are giving the download on all the details that will define 2026's chicest weddings—from the most sought-after venues to floral design, décor, catering, and invites.
The Major Wedding-Planning Trends Set to Take Over
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From heritage maisons to the newest fashion favorites, these designers are transforming the world of luxury engagement rings. Their creations—where artistry meets innovation—are crafted for those who seek meaning, beauty, and a distinctly modern kind of romance.
Something Old, Something New: Your Guide to the Best Luxury-Engagement-Ring Designers
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FPO
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tory burch
Layered Hand-done Mirrorwork Dress
$1998
khaite
Lina Pochette
$880
MÉGA Jewelry
Crossover Cobra Bracelet
$145
toteme
Satin Crossover Sandals
$570
THE NEW ARRIVALS ILKYAZ OZEL
Rhea Strapless Satin-trimmed
Crepe Gown
$1150
NLA collection
Knot Bag
$250
Wedding Guest
Essentials
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Danielle Frankel
Emerson Gown
$5990