Spring/Summer 2023

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In our Spring/Summer 2023 issue, you'll find:

  • Find your spring and summer inspiration in fresh florals and dreamy decor.

  • Get the best catering advice for your big day from Wisconsin's hospitality pros.  

  • Check out the sweetest local love stories and their stunning wedding photos. 

  • See what's trending in creative cocktail hour ideas, and more!

Features

  • Hot hues and abundant blossoms celebrate all the senses at The LedgeCrest Reserve.

  • Grandeur on the Lake

    Our couple takes their first steps into a bright future, the bride in the “Toussaint” gown by Élysée, with detachable puff sleeves from Hello Bride Co., the groom in cla

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  • Whatever the weather, a few special touches can make it a sweet-season wedding any time of the year.

  • When Modern Meets Classic

    Our bride floats through the gothic revival-style venue — once a church — in a simple gown with a deep front slit and removable sleeves.

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  • Madison venue inspires with rustic charm and soft, seasonal décor.

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Departments

  • The Details

    The Flowers for Dreams Foundation proves that business can be about much more than just making money.

  • The Details
    Fancy Footwork

    1. Birds of a Feather

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  • The Details

    Cocktail hour can be so much more than serving signature drinks. And, it gives you the chance to sneak away for some portraits with your new partner as guests mix and mingle in style.

  • The Details
    Modern Luxury and Rustic Charm at La Pointe Events in Somerset

    It can be easy to become overwhelmed by all the elements that go into planning a wedding, and that’s why La Pointe provides the essentials for you.

  • The Details
    Get in the Spirit

    Founders Jon Kreidler and Dan Oskey chose the River Falls location for its community charm, proximity to the Twin Cities, and importantly, the city’s focus on sustainabi

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  • The Details
    Marry Your Darling at The Starling

    Two Birds Event Group purchased the space after SURG Restaurant Group closed in 2020 due to the pandemic.

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  • The Details
    A Breath of Fresh air

    The Eloise in Mount Horeb is the perfect venue for any modern affair.

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  • Catering

    Food, glorious food! Food is an important part of your wedding, but to make it glorious, you need to plan. Finding a good caterer can help you answer questions you didn’t even know you had.

  • Real Weddings

    Lindsey and JD's glamorous nuptials paid homage to their Italian roots.

  • Real Weddings
    Twist on Tradition

    Katherine Mirhashemi and Kurtis Snell met through a mutual friend over sushi in 2019, and the connection was instant.

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  • Real Weddings

    Jessica and Nicholas tied the knot on the idyllic shores Tomahawk Lake in Minocqua

  • Real Weddings

    Leah and Rodney's weekend-long celebration honored African cultures and Midwest tradition.

  • Real Weddings
    Into the Woods

    Sophia Wood immediately noticed Erik Saucedo at a college bar in Madison — and that was just the beginning.

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  • Real Weddings

    Love was in full bloom for Joanna and Jin's lovely nuptials in Madison.

  • Real Weddings
    Fairytale on the Fairway

    Friendship was just the beginning for Taylor Genter and Alex Mignon when the two met at UW-Whitewater in 2012.

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  • Real Weddings

    Cecilia and Scott's wedding day combined both their styles in their favorite city.

  • Publisher's Letter

    A letter from our Publisher, Brittany O'Neill.

  • Editor's Note

    A letter from our Editor, Megan White.

On Our Covers: 

{December, January & February Cover} 

Photography: Jessica Bedore Photography. Planning: Alliey & Co. Hair: Studio 926 by Ashley Holz. Makeup: Belleza Hair and Makeup Artistry. Floral: Ebb and Flow Flowers. Venue: The LedgeCrest Reserve, De Pere. Model: Emilija Papic, The Rock Agency. Gown: “Gemini” by Colby John and Earrings: Style no. 22532ER by Malis-Henderson from Tie The Knot Bridal Boutique.