The Romance Novelist, His Muse and a ‘Healing’ Plot Twist
Styles, May 4
After their 2021 wedding, John Murray and Kimberlee Stevenson experienced much heartbreak. Now comes joy.
Planning Their Proposals, Together
Styles, May 3
Some couples choose to turn away from traditional engagements and opt for joint proposals, no surprise needed.
How a One-Month Fitness Pass Turned Into a Lifetime Commitment
Styles, May 3
Andrew Matt met Kayla Dye six years ago at an indoor cycling studio in Dallas after signing up for a class she was teaching. Both instructor and student were immediately smitten.
The Two-Week Sublet That Led to Love
Styles, May 3
Wiktor Freifeld lived in Tusia Dabrowska’s apartment when she left Warsaw for New York. A deep friendship soon followed.
Mapping a Life Together Through Movies
Styles, May 3
Maddie Whittle and Charles Bramesco met through the New York film scene, connecting over a shared sensibility (and an affinity for the horror genre).
At a Taylor Swift Concert? Time to Propose.
Styles, May 2
At the Eras tour, love takes center stage as couples orchestrate their own declarations of commitment against the backdrop of the star’s grand performances.
A Former ‘Bachelor’ Finds Love Off-Screen
Styles, April 29
When Natalie Joy sent Nick Viall a direct message in 2019, she said she had no idea about his run on reality TV. About a year after meeting in person, their casual arrangement got serious.
How to Keep Your Friendships Intact While Wedding Planning
Styles, April 27
The soon-to-be-married couple and their closest friends might experience stress and even tension leading up to their nuptials. Here’s how to avoid a friendship breakup.
Their Sunday Ritual Kept Them Connected
Styles, April 26
Asiah James and Gerald Cannon II initially went with the flow, but after years of balancing professional ambitions and quality time together, decided to join forces forever.
Marrying the One Who Almost Got Away
Styles, April 26
Elaiza Ramos and Marc Reyes, high school sweethearts in the Philippines, broke up after graduating, but reunited several years later at a reunion with some classmates.
When the V.I.P. Wedding Guests are Mandy Moore and a Hissing Goose
Styles, April 26
Evan Ross Katz, a writer and podcaster, and Billy Jacobson, an engineer, exchanged vows on 4/20, complete with a weed-infused reception, pop culture references and fashionable guests.
The State Department Kept His Proposal on Course
Styles, April 26
Ben Krauss flew to Athens to propose to Shana Mansbach, with the help of her State Department colleagues, on the last stop of a European tour.
Capturing Special Moments, While Creating Inclusive Weddings
Styles, April 20
Shannon Collins, a “queer, awkward, anxious photographer,” wants to change the way disabled people are viewed, one picture at a time.
A Steady Stream of Road Trips Made Falling in Love Easy
Styles, April 19
As Deborah Yarchun and Benjamin Parr traveled across the country during the pandemic, their bond became stronger at each stop.
When the Cute Guy on Your Flight Turns Out to be Your Seatmate
Styles, April 19
Alex Zhou and Eddie Kay met on a plane heading to Boston from Los Angeles. After going their separate ways, the two reconnected on social media.
Under Construction: A Remodeled House and Requited Love
Styles, April 19
Caroline Franklin, a teacher, and Kevin Wilkes, an architect, dated in high school, and then again 49 years later.
He Had Her at the Baby Moose
Styles, April 19
Ashleé Miller, a musician, expanded her dating profile to upstate New York and Massachusetts. She didn’t expect to end up in Alaska with Francis Marley, a search and rescue operator.
Ashanti and Nelly Rekindled Their Y2K Romance With a Ring
Styles, April 18
More than two decades after they first met, the R&B singer announced her pregnancy and engagement to the rapper. Fans rejoiced.
It’s Not Just a Wedding Cake, It’s ‘Edible Haute Couture’
Styles, April 13
Bastien Blanc-Tailleur, a luxury cake designer based in Paris, creates opulent confections for high-profile clients, including European royalty and American socialites.
In Barcelona, Her Dream of a Spanish Husband Came True
Styles, April 12
Sarah Wood was not interested in a long-distance relationship with Gustavo González. That changed after they met at a cafe in Spain.
‘Catching Feelings’ After a Steamy Encounter on the Dance Floor
Styles, April 12
Elena Bauer and Joshua Fagel weren’t looking for anything serious when they first met at a fraternity party at Stanford. A month after meeting, they had a change of heart.
A High School Reunion Reignites a 50-Year Crush
Styles, April 12
Elaine Hall and Roland Passaro, both 88, met in junior high school in 1950 but lost touch before acting on their connection. They finally did, five decades later.
At a Russian Palace, a Storybook Beginning
Styles, April 12
Ten years after meeting at a party at Harvard, Svetlana Dotsenko and Fabián Poliak reconnected while both were traveling in Europe.
What We Saw at New York Bridal Fashion Week
Styles, April 11
Reimagined classic silhouettes, a play on textures and interactive presentations brought fresh takes to the spring and summer 2025 bridal collections.
Wedding Accessories That Will Steal the Show
Styles, April 11
From statement rings to 3-D armlets, here are four standout pieces from New York Bridal Fashion Week to add a pop of personality to your wedding day look.
Was It Racist to Take Family Photos at a Wedding Without Me and My Wife?
Styles, April 10
A reader’s wife sees bigotry in their exclusion from group photos at a nephew’s wedding, but her husband is reluctant to write off his relatives for good.
The Upside of a Population Decline
Letters, October 5
Readers disagree with an essay expressing concern about a decline after a peak. Also: Rudy Giuliani’s drinking; book bans; masks in hospitals; wedding magic.
What All the Single Ladies (and Men) Say About the Economy
Business, June 9
A major jeweler claims the pandemic may have prevented people from meeting their future fiancés, cutting demand for engagement rings. Inflation and anxiety among shoppers haven’t helped.
The ‘Hot Vax Summer’ That Lived Up to Its Hype
Styles, April 21
In 2021, Megan O’Connor and her friends organized a singles outing in Brooklyn. Omar Elsayed showed up, and the two hit it off immediately. But it was a “serendipitous encounter” in Greece that sealed the deal.
What TikTok Told Us About the Economy in 2022
Business, December 31
From Barbiecore to revenge travel, social media trends gave us a clear picture of the forces reshaping the economy.
After Pandemic Delays, a New Dilemma: Disinviting Wedding Guests
Styles, May 25
Revoking invitations can at the very least be awkward and, at most, be seen as a major faux pas. But that hasn’t stopped couples from doing so to have celebrations on their terms.