When to Discuss a Prenup, and What It Should Include
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
It’s happening. You’re engaged and about to get married. But have you had the talk yet? Yes, the one about a prenup. An agreement designed not to divide but to protect both parties. Family lawyer Sital Fontenelle shares what to expect when putting your prenuptial agreement in place.
The Modern Couple’s Guide to Pre- and Post-Nups
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
What is a prenup really, and how does it differ from a postnup? The family lawyers at acclaimed London firm Kingsley Napley LLP demystify what to know about nuptial agreements, whether you are planning a wedding or already married.
How This Couple Approached Their Prenup With Honesty and Balance
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
Both working in finance yet shaped by very different family backgrounds around money and assets, Luisa* and her husband Max are currently sailing through the Pacific on sabbatical. Originally from London and planning to settle in Europe, the couple reflects on how they navigated a prenup that felt both fair and forward-looking.
From Receptions to Dinner Parties: Rosh Mahtani’s 5 Hosting Go-To’s
Inspiration — Drinks & Catering
From the seating plan to the key elements she swears by when orchestrating a large-scale dinner party (or her dream reception for an imaginary wedding), Alighieri founder Rosh Mahtani walks us through her art of hosting – soulful, layered, and a little bit magical.
Wedding Day Timings: How to Create a Seamless Run Sheet
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
Renowned wedding designer Dani Blasena, the planning force behind Jourdan Sloane’s upcoming wedding, shares her insider guide to wedding day timings and how to pace the flow of your celebration.
How Gine Margrethe Achieved Her Best Complexion at 36
Inspiration — Body & Skin Care
Founder of beauty label Bob, the Norwegian Gine Margrethe, shares her approach to glowing skin (also with a wedding approaching) and building a brand and a life with her partner of over a decade.
Which Wedding Clichés to Break for an Elevated Party, According to Billy Folchetti
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
A wedding doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s: not your sister’s, not Pinterest’s, and definitely not a checklist of traditions you don’t relate to. No bouquet? No sit-down dinner? There are still plenty of options. Seasoned and stylish wedding planner Billy Folchetti makes the case for ditching the clichés in favor of something entirely your own.
How to Avoid Wedding Guest Accommodation Mistakes
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
When creating a seamless wedding experience, the importance of finessing your guest accommodation cannot be understated. Here, wedding planner Beth Helmstetter explains where couples often misstep in their forethought.
Jourdan Sloane Reveals Her Wedding Plans and Vintage Inspiration
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
Since getting engaged in India, Jourdan Sloane has kept her wedding plans under wraps — until now. In this exclusive interview, she shares a first look at her planning journey, the vintage inspirations behind it, and the bridal rituals she’s embraced along the way.
5 Key Lessons Danielle Copperman Learned from Her Wedding Day
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
France-based model and creator Danielle Copperman Sersoub shares the advice and details she would refine if she could get married all over again.
Considered Contrast: A Poetic Tablescape in Marrakech
Silk menus, ikebana florals, and silver accents grounded this sunlit reception in tactile luxury and cross-continental elegance.
The Future of Wedding Photography, According to Benjamin Wheeler
Inspiration — Photography & Videography
Wedding photography is one of the most important investments you’ll make, but are you briefing your photographer the right way? Celebrated photographer Benjamin Wheeler shares his take on today’s wedding photography styles — and the common mistakes he wishes couples would avoid.
How to Choose the Right Wedding Photographer for You
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
The way your day is remembered depends on who’s behind the lens. Here’s why finding the right photographer (one who sees you fully) is everything.
Beyond the Myths: Reiterating the Role of a Wedding Planner
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
We’ve asked planners trusted by The Lane to share what most couples misunderstand, and what thoughtful planning really looks like.
Table Manners with Leo Costelloe: How to Design Your Tablescape
Inspiration — Drinks & Catering
From mood-setting details to cake and cutlery, artist and designer Leo Costelloe shares creative tablescape ideas that feel both considered and instinctive – no matter the occasion.
This Beauty Writer’s Wedding-Ready Roadmap to Glowing, Natural Skin
Inspiration — Body & Skin Care
As her wedding day in London nears, beauty expert Emma Hoareau reveals her calm, glow-first approach to skin that radiates — no filters, no fillers required.
How British Poet Greta Bellamacina Shapes Words for Life, Love, and Vows
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
how to write wedding vows that speak straight to the heart – without sounding overdone or cliché. British poet, actress and filmmaker Greta Bellamacina shares her take, fresh from finishing a new poetry collection and starring in a hauntingly beautiful Italian film.
How to Create An Opulent Dessert Table With Marie aka Arôme Cassis
Inspiration — Drinks & Catering
The food stylist and chef shares her step-by-step approach to dessert table styling that feels both generous and intentional, while drawing on her rich cultural background and stylist’s eye.
5 Tips to Best Capture Your Honeymoon on iPhone by Helen Owen
Inspiration — Photography & Videography
Los Angeles–based model, designer, content creator, and newlywed Helen Owen is known for her dreamy travel content. Here, she shares her five tips for capturing iPhone photography on your honeymoon — including the exact presets she swears by.
Destination Wedding Venue Guide: Led by Colin Cowie
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
Locking in your venue might be the first step in your wedding planning journey, and with good reason. Still, it’s rarely as simple as it sounds. Acclaimed wedding planner, Colin Cowie, shares 5 expert tips for finding the right space – a destination wedding venue guide to help you get started.
21 Questions Jillian Turecki Urges You to Ask Before Marriage
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
"It amazes me that couples often skip these conversations before taking such big steps – whether buying a house or getting married," says bestselling relationship coach Jillian Turecki. Here’s her invaluable marriage advice: what to ask yourself and your partner, and why it matters.
Planning A Wedding? Start With This Priority Phase
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
The priority phase is the quiet prelude to the wedding planning timelines. Sarah Schreiber describes it as the moment when vision and values align, setting your true north and defining the non-negotiables that will guide every decision to come.
This or That: On-the-day Wedding Planner or Stylist?
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
As the day approaches, you might be wondering – do you need a wedding planner, a stylist, or can you simply go it alone? Here, an expert unpacks the difference, helping you decide whether a creative director, a coordinator, or quiet confidence is what your wedding day truly calls for.
How To Create A Wet Weather Back-Up Plan
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
Consider this your elegant wet-weather playbook. When it starts pouring and your dream day takes a dive – quite literally. Rain on your wedding day is everyone’s nightmare, but it doesn’t have to be, according to this expert planner.
Planning a Wedding Without a Planner: The Art of Going at It Alone
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
To choose a planner, or not to choose a planner? Two of our own - managing editor Scarlett, effortlessly organized by nature, and art director Gabby, known for her keen eye for aesthetics – share some reflections on how to plan a wedding.
The 5 Defining Strengths to Look for in a Wedding Planner
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
So, you’ve locked in your venue (or at least, that’s where we’d suggest you start). Now comes the question of who will help bring it all to life. You’re looking for a wedding planner – but what exactly should you be looking for? These are the five key strengths every couple should consider.
The Seasonal Tablescape Edit from Our Art Director
With her impossibly chic and much-pinned wedding tablescape and a new home on the horizon, our art director Gabby (known for her discerning eye) shares what she’s currently loving in the world of tableware, textiles, styling and decor.
What Do Wedding Vendors Charge in Europe? A Ballpark Pricing Guide
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
A five-part guide to understanding the true cost of weddings. First up: Europe. If you’re planning your occasion on the continent (especially Italy), this experienced planner will help you navigate it with ease. Plus, average wedding costs to give you an idea
5 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Wedding Stylist
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
Wedding stylist or creative director – on the day of the wedding and long before – they’re the orchestrators of atmosphere, movement, and memory. Lisbon-based Omer Gilony shares why the right creative lead is worth their weight in gold.
Wedding Planner Pricing Styles: A Complete Guide
Things You Won't Want To Miss — Planning & Advice
Wedding planner costing styles, there's actually a formula to it. This guide breaks down how most wedding planners price their services — from flat fees to hybrid models and percentage-based structures — so you can understand what to expect, and why.
A Ballpark Pricing Guide for Planning a US Wedding
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
A five-part guide to understanding the true cost of weddings. Because, what do wedding vendors really charge? This one zooms in on the US, and how to approach it with clarity, calm and confidence.
7 Unexpected Tips From This Seasoned Wedding Planner
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
From ceremony seating to the flow of the day and the often-overlooked rehearsal dinner, these are the 7 wedding planning tips Manda Worthington swears by.
Budgeting for Wedding Florals: This Is What You Should Know
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
How much work is really involved – and how much of your budget should wedding florals claim? Maria Beatriz Figueira, founder of Oh, Maria Flores and self-described “flower mind,” explains why it all starts with knowing who you’re hiring – and breaks it down beautifully.
7 Visionary Ideas to Elevate Your Wedding According to Mindy Weiss
Things You Won't Want To Miss — Planning & Advice
Renowned celebrity event and wedding planner Mindy Weiss shares four key takeaways from three decades in the industry. Along with the wedding destinations and design styles capturing her attention for 2025.
The 5 Often-Overlooked Vendors to Prioritize in Early Planning
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
This guide unveils the five key wedding vendors to prioritize in your early planning, offering expert insights to curate a seamless, beautifully orchestrated wedding.
How To Create a Wedding Budget – Weighted by Your Priorities
Things You Won't Want To Miss — Planning & Advice
Before your dream day can take off, ground it with a wedding budget that reflects what matters most. Tim Clegg – husband to our talented art director Gabby – shares a calm, clever guide to spending well – without losing momentum or meaning.
5 Ways to Style Magical Wedding Lighting
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
As night falls, a curtain of lights illuminates the sky — like stars in slow descent. There’s more than one way to style your wedding lighting; let this guide lead you through the most atmospheric approaches.
Spain’s Most Evocative Wedding Videographers
Inspiration — Photography & Videography
Cinematic, emotional, and achingly poetic—these five Spain-based wedding videographers transmute story and space into enduring visual narratives.
On Our Radar For Wedding Season: A Transformative Kind of Marquee
A sculptural shelter can become the silent centerpiece of a celebration, marrying form and function beneath the sky. Italy’s leading luxury wedding tent provider transforms the outdoor wedding into an architectural experience.
What to Hire For a Marquee Wedding
In this guide, experts share their artful approach to crafting a marquee wedding or celebration that feels both intimate and transportive. From the most impactful furniture hires to thoughtful styling cues, their insights reveal the elements that truly shape the mood, movement, and visual language of the day.
Poetry in Focus – Kristen Cook Studio
Inspiration — Photography & Videography
Through cinematic composition and emotive detail, Kristen Cook Studio transforms love into imagery—elegant, atmospheric, and achingly evocative.
5 Essential Tips for Serving Prosecco at Your Wedding
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
Prosecco – the sparkling, effortlessly elegant wine of choice – happens to be especially wedding-friendly. We guide you through selecting, serving, and savoring Prosecco at your wedding, with expert insights from Santa Margherita.
3 Wedding Photography Tips from a London-Based Destination Pro
Inspiration — Photography & Videography
Equally attuned to story and setting, London wedding photographer Lynn Shapiro captures cinematic, emotionally layered moments with refined, editorial precision. Drawing on years of experience, she shares her candid insights for couples planning a wedding abroad.
What Photography Can’t Hold: The Case for a Wedding Film
Inspiration — Photography & Videography
Why stop at stills? A wedding video done right is less documentation, more cinematic memory. It captures what photography can’t: the breath between moments, the shift of light on skin, the hush before a “yes.” We spotlight 8 videographers who turn vows into visual poetry – and explain why their work is worth the investment.
5 Ways to Transform Your Table with Textiles – from Sculptural to Subtle
Textiles have been quietly reclaiming their place in contemporary tablescapes – adding depth, softness, and a sense of occasion. Whether your style is restrained or more expressive, these creatives share thoughtful ways to incorporate them into your table setting now.
Your Perfect Wedding Menu: A Bespoke Approach with Beverages as Your Muse
Inspiration — Drinks & Catering
This guide reveals how to build a bespoke wedding menu shaped by intentional pairings and standout pours, featuring three of our favorite vendors. Because the menu isn’t just a detail — it’s the heart of the celebration, fueling the rest of the evening.
Light the Way: How Perfect Lighting Transforms Your Wedding
We explore our favorite types of wedding lighting and how each evokes a distinct atmosphere. Let us guide you with 5 luminous ideas
Should You Choose Digital or Analog Wedding Photography?
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
When it comes to wedding photography, the choice between digital and analog can shape not just how your day is captured — but how it's felt. We explore what sets them apart, with our favorite photographers.
Should You Choose Printed or Digital Wedding Invitations?
The beauty of tradition against the ease and innovation of modern design, we delve into all the pros and cons to consider.
Behind The Object: Paris-based Ceramicist Morgane Pasqualini
The artist reveals her creative process, the inspirations that shape her work, and her secrets to curating the perfect tablescape.
Everything to Know About Destination Wedding Photography
Inspiration — Photography & Videography
Why it’s so imperative to invest in a destination wedding photographer. For starters, they help navigate unexpected challenges – and so much more.
6 Ways to Style Your Napkins and Elevate the Tablescape
Inspiration — Drinks & Catering
Sure, you can let your napkins simply rest on the plate – but why not let them work for you? From silky rosettes to soft-winged folds, discover six artful, unexpected ways to style them.
The Art of the Wedding Speech: How To Craft an Evocative Tribute
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
One of the most nerve-filled parts of a wedding, yet delivered well, a speech can completely shift the energy of a night, bringing loved ones closer. We turned to 5 wedding planners who have heard more speeches than most, to share their top tips for crafting a tribute that resonates.
Textile Sculptor Mia Sylvia Herrod on Reimagining Reception Styling
How do you style a reception with Pre-Raphaelite poise and painterly detail? For this textile artist, it’s all about texture, layering, craft, and storytelling – each element woven into a setting worthy of a Rossetti muse.
Behind the Scenes – The Making of Volcaïca, Our Kona Village Editorial
Inspiration — Photography & Videography
The team behind our latest editorial, Volcaïca, share their favorite moments, biggest challenges and the things they’ll never forget.
The Calla Lily’s Definitive Return – In An Unexpected Way
Top floral artists share why the calla lily is the wedding flower of the moment, and how to style it.
A Conscious Guide to Sculptural Floral Arrangements
Keeping floral styling wild and allowing natural beauty to shine results in the most considered and artful arrangements.
A Guide To Selecting Red Wine for your Tuscan Wedding with Brunello di Montalcino
Inspiration — Planning & Advice
The art of Tuscan dining, and drinking – our wine partner of choice for a celestial celebratory night in Tuscany shares their top tips. Explore the timeless traditions and rich, unhurried elegance of Tuscan cuisine, perfect for weddings and special celebrations.
The Oceanic Edit: Design Inspired by the Deep Blue
From the iridescent shimmer of pearl to the dramatic depth of ink black and sculptural, wave-like forms – oceanic allure is making waves in design.
8 Marquee Alternatives – Stunning Structures Beyond the Expected
From the art world to the natural world, these unexpected designs redefine the marquee setting – elevated, immersive, and anything but ordinary.