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JUST MARRIED 2026 BY DAISY WILLIS
Luciana & Nicholas AUGU ST 3 0, 20 25 SK Y GOLD DESIGN
The Proposal
Luciana Brienza and Nicholas Youwakim met at a backyard party in 2020, with a little help from their matchmaking mothers. Once the couple had moved to Maryland, Nicholas invited both their families to join them for DC’s annual National Cherry Blossom Festival and surprised Luciana with a sunrise proposal at the Tidal Basin.
The Big Day
The couple returned to the Lehigh Valley to incorporate their Bethlehem roots into a wonderful wedding day. Their shared love of board games and books infused the event, found in their personal vows and in centerpieces composed of thrifted vintage finds. Monopoly-themed table numbers and a Scrabble welcome sign made for unique decor. They honored both their cultures with traditional Italian almond favors and a Syrian dabke money dance for good luck and well wishes. The bride changed into an altered version of her mother’s wedding dress to finish out the night on the dance floor.
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Venue & Catering: Vault 634 Allentown Cake: Kathleen Huber Cakes Mount Bethel Dress: La Belle Mariée Bridal Langhorne Tux: Edwing Joseph & Sons Bethlehem Hair & Makeup: Forté Salon Bethlehem; Alisha Nycole & Co. Easton Wedding Coordinator: Sheila Wertley, Beyond Blissful Events Chester County Flowers: Allium Floral Design Bethlehem Music: Bachelor Boys Band Philadelphia Videographer: Luv’d Up Films East Coast Transportation: A&A Limousine Northampton
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JUST MARRIED 2026
Kirsten & Brandon SEPT EMBER 13, 20 25 ELLE STUDIOS
The Proposal
Kirsten Mathis and Brandon Dixon met at Penn State when he spotted her on a friend’s social media account and knew they had to meet. On a beach getaway for Kirsten’s birthday, Brandon interrupted her meticulous plans and pulled her into the moment with a sweet seaside proposal, comfortable and completely themselves in sweatpants.
The Big Day
Five years after meeting, the two exchanged vows at a beautiful venue lush with bountiful vines that satisfied their dreams of a European-vineyardstyle wedding, right here in the state they grew up in. A talented caterer honored Caribbean and Italian roots with fusion cuisine including jerk chicken over garlic parmesan risotto, a delicious reflection of their story. Memorial banners and a bouquet locket remembered lost loved ones, along with a table showcasing the wedding photos of generations past. They held Jesus at the center of their celebration, guiding every moment and reminding them of the foundation of their love.
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Details
Venue: Domaine Pterion Vineyard & Winery Macungie Catering: Modern Fusion Catering Nazareth Cake & Desserts: Vegan Treats Bethlehem; Modern Fusion Catering Nazareth Dresses: Liza Ray New York New York, NY; Revelry Tuxes: Suitsupply; The Black Tux Hair & Makeup: Makeup by Maddie Stroudsburg Wedding Planner: Carly Black Events New York, NY Officiant/Celebrant: Pastor Chris Bronico Bath Flowers: Feel Good Floral Allentown DJ: Red Star Entertainment New York, NY Transportation: Bella Luxury Limousine Allentown; George’s Busing Palmerton
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JUST MARRIED 2026
Tommy & Nick M A R CH 15, 20 25 ELLE STUDIOS
The Proposal
Tommy Lee and Nick Walcott matched on Tinder and met up on a cold January night. What started as a no-pressure glass of wine quickly turned into two, and then a life together. Their simultaneous proposals took place at Toronto’s Allan Gardens conservatory, surrounded by the peace and splendor of foliage and flowers.
The Big Day
The timeless beauty of Bethlehem landmarks set off their wedding and reception with elegance, while a creative black-tie attire theme struck the balance between formality and expression, creating an atmosphere as warm and joyful as their love. Luggagetag escort cards and tables named for their favorite destinations reflected the couple’s wanderlust, and exclusively LGBTQ+-affirming vendors rooted the event in equality and inclusivity. From custom-drawn invitations to the floral arrangements, the spring-inspired decor never overwhelmed a focus on connection and community as they shared the culmination of a journey filled with laughter and dreams come true.
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Venue & Catering: The Wilbur Mansion Bethlehem Cake: Crumbs Cake Studio Bethlehem Tuxes: Klein Epstein Parker New York, NY Hair: True Beauty Marks Easton Officiant/Celebrant: Rev. Goudy, Metropolitan Community Church of the Lehigh Valley Allentown Flowers: Kraft & Co. Easton Music/DJ: Andrea Levine Artists Philadelphia; Deja Blue Philadelphia; Jon Gill Philadelphia Videographer: Roslyn Films Bucks County Transportation: J&J Transportation Allentown
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JUST MARRIED 2026
Jess & Alex JUNE 14, 20 25
LINDSEY JOY PHOTOGRAPHY
The Proposal
Jess Stuart and Alex Ronnan met at a Villanova game through a mutual friend. Alex planned his proposal for an Arizona vacation, where he took Jess on a sunrise hike. At the top of the mountain he popped the question, their backdrop a stunning sky dotted with hot air balloons.
The Big Day
Their wedding day started with a rain that cleared in time for an outdoor ceremony, leaving the venue’s gardens glistening romantically in fresh air and soft light. A “Love Stories Before Us” table showcased the wedding photos of their parents and grandparents, honoring the generations of love that led up to this day. Alex’s history as an entertainer for the Philadelphia 76ers inspired custom rally towels, big flags bearing the couple’s names and a custom t-shirt toss, bringing the boisterous energy of a sports event to the reception. It was a day full of fun from start to finish—pure magic!
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Venue: The Farm Bakery & Events Quakertown Catering: Roots Catering Bath Cake: The Farm Bakery & Events Quakertown Dresses & Tuxes: Country Bride & Gent Lansdale Hair: Grit Lounge Allentown Makeup: Rae Beauty and Bridal Chester Springs Celebrant: Katherine Hunter Allentown Flowers: Perkasie Florist Perkasie DJ: Mazz Entertainment Upper Freehold Township, NJ Videographer: J&A Wedding Photography Philadelphia
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JUST MARRIED 2026
Mackenzie & Jake JUNE 28, 20 25 MAGGIE J PHOTOGRAPHY
The Proposal
Mackenzie Groff and Jake Supran met through mutual friends at Ursinus College, where questionable lore holds that 80 percent of alumni end up married to each other! After six years together, on a beautiful fall morning in Washington, DC, Jake used a decoy private tour of the Capitol Building to lull Mackenzie into a surprise proposal.
The Big Day
The two staged their wedding in the place Mackenzie grew up and drew on the bounteous wealth of her family’s flower business to create a breathtaking floral display, from bouquets and centerpieces to blooming arches lining the aisle. Close connections contributed to the event, with an uncle on each side ordained to perform the ceremony and a photographer who’d been snapping photos of Mackenzie since high school capturing her next milestone. An espresso martini tower presided over cocktail hour, and an eleven-piece band kept the reception hopping. Friends and family shared in an electric occasion crafted to be absolutely unforgettable.
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Venue & Catering: Lehigh Country Club Allentown Cake: Bittersweet Bakery Macungie Dress: L’Fay Bridal Fogelsville Tuxes: C.E. Roth Formal Wear Allentown Hair & Makeup: Alisha Nycole & Co. Easton Rings: Timothy Zaveri Jewelers Allentown Wedding Planner: Back the Bride Northampton Officiant/Celebrant: John T. Yurconic and Matthew Supran Flowers: Ross Plants + Flowers + Gifts Orefield Music: Sid Miller Dance Band Philadelphia Content Creator: Nina Lily Photography Videographer: 4RealWeddings Transportation: Limo Today Bensalem
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JUST MARRIED 2026
Brooke & Sam
SEPT EMBER 6, 20 25 ALISON CONKLIN PHOTOGRAPHY
The Proposal
Brooke Metzker and Samuel Stewart knew each other in high school but didn’t click until almost a decade later. Timing is everything. On a special trip to Greece, Sam proposed before a family dinner where they shared and celebrated the news under a particularly vivid beach sunset.
The Big Day
A threatening morning sky and a missing bow tie were no match for an ultimately sunny and sensational wedding day. The two savored a special first look before Sam’s grandfather (also missing his prepared speech) improvised wonderfully as officiant. Abundance emanated from a lush late summer garden theme and Dionysian sweetheart table display, and rejoicing guests hoisted Sam up to parade across the dance floor, dodging the chandelier. From the pair of Sam’s childhood LEGO minifigs topping the cake to the sumptuous menu inspired by Anthony Bourdain’s love of food and the people who make it, the event was imbued with meaning and resonance.
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Venue & Catering: Saucon Valley Country Club Bethlehem Cake: Vegan Treats Bethlehem Dress: Silk Bridal Easton Easton Tux: The Black Tux Hair & Makeup: Earth Tones Artistry Philadelphia Rings: Belaron Fine Jewelry Wedding Planner: DPNAK Events Perkasie Officiant/Celebrant: Rev. Ronald Marmaduke Flowers: Distinctive Florals by Mary Coopersburg Music/DJ: Penn Strings East Stroudsburg; Soundfactor Entertainment & Events Gilbertsville
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