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The ‘Color Countess’ on Finding the Perfect White for Your Wedding
Style, Today

Megan Bentley, a color analyst, shares how identifying your color season, the hues that are most complementary or flattering, can elevate your wedding wardrobe.

A Wedding That Included a Mister and ‘The Miz’
Style, May 1

Madison Greco and Steven Lynch bonded over their love of professional wrestling. The bride’s favorite wrestler led their wedding ceremony in Las Vegas.

Turning a House Into a Home — and a Wedding Venue, Too
Style, May 1

Matthew Quinn and Blair Carnahan took on redesigning their new home in just four months. Then they took on another major project: planning their nuptials there.

Two Brooklynites Find Love on Reddit
Style, May 1

After connecting through an online post, Giuliana Cerullo and Abhipsit Srivastava met face-to-face and went on to build a relationship grounded in shared rituals that brought them closer.

By the End of a Hiking Trip, Their Relationship Was Elevated
Style, May 1

Alyssa Levine and Liam Gallagher, both doctors, met through competitive swimming in 2010. A decade later, they felt sparks on Mount Shasta.

At the ‘Euphoria’ Wedding, All Eyes Were on the Guests
Style, April 27

At Cassie and Nate’s nuptials, guests arrived to steal the show, and that was the point. Natasha Newman-Thomas, the show’s costume designer, used attention-grabbing looks to reflect each character’s evolution.

Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles? Weren’t They Just With …
Style, April 27

To the average person, celebrity relationships can appear to move at a clip. There are a number of reasons for that.

She Found Out She Was Pregnant Just Before He Revealed an Affair
Style, April 25

Rachel Sanders eventually came to terms with Jason Miller’s confession that he was involved with a mutual male friend. “I lost my marriage,” she said, “but I accepted Jason.”

Instead of the Bouquet, She Caught a Groomsman’s Attention
Style, April 24

Krystal Miller and Brandon Manning’s first meeting at a wedding was a bit awkward. But by their second date, their chemistry was undeniable, and Ms. Miller knew she was falling in love.

Once a Soloist, a Ballerina Finds Her Partner for Life
Style, April 24

Soon after they started dating nearly three years ago, Olivia MacKinnon, a dancer with the New York City Ballet, discovered Bill Keenan’s genuine passion for ballet.

It Started with a Midnight Swim and a Kiss Under the Stars
Style, April 24

Marian Lurio and Jonathan Nguyen met at a mutual friend’s wedding four years ago and felt an immediate attraction.

‘Sparks Flew’ When Two Crushes Reunited After Three Decades
Style, April 24

Elizabeth Maresca and Nicholas Magarelli liked each other in high school, but they never dated. They reconnected in 2017. Both were divorced. Neither was looking for love.

No, I Won’t Be Your Bridesmaid
Podcasts, April 22

The writer Ruhama Wolle is done with the role and its expectations. But for anyone facing a wave of weddings, she has tips.

The Latest Trend in Wedding Fashion: the Bouquet ‘Purse’
Style, April 19

Once popular in the Victorian era, flower “purses,” crafted of faux and real flowers, are being carried down the aisle with a handle or grasped like a clutch.

Wedding Menus Swapping Chicken and Steak for Burgers and Fries
Style, April 18

Tired of traditional wedding fare? Some couples are opting for elevated versions of familiar comfort foods, ketchup included.

Before They Met, Their Parents Had Already Known Each Other
Style, April 17

When Emily Wiser first met Griffin Lear, she was excited to tell her father that she was dating a Dartmouth grad like him. Then they shared some history of their own about Mr. Lear’s parents.

A Duet Decades in the Making
Style, April 17

After meeting for a website project in 2020, James Squires and Jacqui Agostinelli bonded over their love of music, forming both a marriage and their musical duo, Sweet Basil.

Her Grandmother Told Her ‘Maybe You’ll Marry Him One Day’
Style, April 17

After Ben Sweeney and Lauren Fogel debarked their plane at 3 a.m., he invited her to stay at his parents’ house nearby. Her grandmother was impressed.

It Took a Persistent Friend and a Dave Matthews Concert to Seal the Deal
Style, April 17

Daniel Martinez Clavijo and Johanna Mele finally met in 2021, thanks to their mutual friend, who had been trying to set them up for almost a decade, and a chance encounter at Madison Square Garden.

What We Saw at New York Bridal Fashion Week
Fashion, April 16

New silhouettes and brands, a focus on gothic romance and the resurgence of the ‘90s style slip dress were just some of the many highlights from the runways.

Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page on Embracing ‘Cheesy’ Rom-Coms
Style, April 13

The stars of “You, Me & Tuscany” make the case for messy, vulnerable and sometimes awkward romance. “I want to give people the freedom to cringe again,” Mr. Page said.

How Christopher John Rogers Became a Go-To for Stylish Brides
Fashion, April 12

The designer didn’t set out to dress brides. After designing looks for Kamala Harris, Michelle Obama and other celebrities, his voluminous designs are now gracing wedding aisles.

Why Brides Are Saying Yes to the Off-the-Rack Dress
Fashion, April 11

They offer shorter turnaround times, sometimes with immediate availability, and are typically priced lower than custom couture gowns.

He Came to New York For a Job and Left With a Boyfriend
Style, April 10

Shawn Miller didn’t get the job, but an unexpected connection with Ivan Gilkes on a dating app made the trip worthwhile.

They Met at the Grammys and Eventually Hit the Right Note
Style, April 10

It was music that bonded Ross Scarano, the editorial director of Complex Media, and Nina Lee, a publicist, and writing that reunited them.

They Clicked Over Scrabble in the High School Cafeteria
Style, April 10

Sarah Luciano and Samuel Bobley have “been crazy about each other since we were 16 years old,” when they met in Long Island, she said.

Marrying Amid the Pandemic, and Still Going Strong
Styles, March 8

Five years later, four couples who married at the peak of Covid quarantine share how their relationships were shaped and where they are today.

She Got Kicked Out of Canada. Their Story Didn’t End There.
Styles, August 16

AJ Aquino met Dr. David Poon while visiting Toronto from Ireland in 2017. During the pandemic, she visited him and was turned away. And so began their efforts to help other couples reunite.

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.