Want an Instagrammable Wedding? Here’s What It Really Takes.
Style, May 31
A behind-the-scenes look at some of the planning, costs and day-of logistics involved in creating picture-perfect wedding moments.
Bonding Over Politics and ‘Tiger King’
Style, May 30
Eloisa Melendez was on the Norwalk City Council when Justin Papp, a reporter, first covered it. When Covid hit they joked about Netflix’ shows on Zoom.
Their Rule While Dating: No Movies or Restaurants
Style, May 30
Jennifer Mills and Jonathan Ritzman, longtime acquaintances, had their first date in 2023, “and things just grew and grew,” Mr. Ritzman said of their evolving relationship.
Finding Love in a Crowd of Strangers — Twice
Style, May 30
Lila Rowe and Jai Bailey met on a float at Pride in London, but didn’t date until years later. They eventually broke up, only to rekindle their spark months later at another Pride parade.
They Said Their ‘I Dos’ Near the Roses and Rye Bread
Style, May 30
Fern Watt and Max Horwitz met in 2009, aboard a Semester at Sea ship. They reconnected during the pandemic and married at Katz’s Deli.
An Operatic Tenor and an Episcopal Priest Hit the Right Notes
Style, May 23
When Will Ferguson visited his hometown Richmond, Va., he went on a date with the Rev. Will Stanley.
A Decades-Long Friendship Turns to Love
Style, May 23
Gia Rosenblum and Stuart Miller met as teenagers and became friends. Nearly 40 years later, they fell in love.
Their Friend Rigged the Gala Seating Chart. It Worked.
Style, May 23
Malu Byrne and Andrew Kuo were set up by a mutual friend. Two years later, her father and their officiant, David Byrne, called their love story “inspiring.”
A Wedding Gift Tradition That Keeps on Giving
Style, May 22
Hadley Pottery, a midcentury ceramics brand in Louisville, Ky., was founded by a married couple. It continues to make a beloved present, and heirloom, for many more.
Tiny Love Stories: ‘No One’s Choosing to Walk Out’
Style, May 21
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.
Escribió sobre ‘las 36 preguntas que llevan al amor’ y ahora está casada
En español, May 18
El ensayo de Mandy Catron sobre su poco convencional primera cita con Mark Bondyra se hizo viral. Sabían que querían un futuro juntos, pero durante años decidieron no casarse.
Beginning a New Chapter, Surrounded by Books
Fashion, May 17
Bibliophiles are creatively weaving bookstores into their engagements and nuptials.
As Contestants on ‘The Circle,’ It Was Love at First Photo
Style, May 16
Jadejha Edwards and Darian Holt met through the Netflix show and, for three weeks, communicated only by screen.
A Funny Way to Meet the Parents
Style, May 16
Christina Mastrocola and Sam Barcelo were delighted to learn that they were both reading books in “The Stormlight Archive” fantasy series.
She Wrote About ‘The 36 Questions That Lead to Love.’ And Now, to Marriage
Style, May 16
Mandy Catron’s essay about her unconventional first date with Mark Bondyra went viral. Ten years later, they are rewriting the script on marriage, too.
The Tent Was Built For Way More Than Two
Style, May 16
Taylor Turkmen and Ryan Milligan were married under the Gospel Tent at Jazz Fest. They gained more guests when a storm rolled through.
Married, but Afraid to Travel
Style, May 15
For couples, where one partner holds a foreign passport, planning a destination wedding or an international honeymoon amid heightened immigration fears can be unexpectedly complicated — and risky.
She Went on TV for Love, but Found It in Her DMs
Style, May 9
Unlucky in Washington’s dating scene, Kheri Carter joined a reality show on a dare. After leaving the show, Brian Carkhuff, an intrigued viewer, sent her a message.
Celebrating With 150 Guests and Jabba the Hutt
Style, May 9
Hayley Finetti and Emilio Lopez, who met in elementary school, opted for a “Star Wars”-themed wedding on May 4.
They Fell in Love One Bite at a Time
Style, May 9
Libby Rasmussen and David Amini bonded over a love of food, but it was a snowy morning spent making croissants that sparked romance.
Matchmakers Made Them a Match
Style, May 9
Madiba Dennie and Nicholas Bishop were set up for their shared love of science fiction and helping people.
How Tariffs Might Affect Wedding Costs
Styles, May 8
Brides and grooms and the vendors who provide them various services, from dresses to flowers and Champagne, are bracing for rising costs in the months ahead.
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.