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Leaked Wedding Video Tarnishes Hard-Line Iranian Official
World, Yesterday

Rear Adm. Ali Shamkhani oversaw a brutal crackdown on women, but traditional notions of Islamic morality were little on display at his daughter’s wedding.

Castmates Become Co-Stars in Their Own Romantic Comedy
Style, October 17

A video project and mutual friends helped bring Maya Bradford, a book publicist, and Lily Marotta, a comedian and podcaster, together.

From Situationship to Relationship After Nearly Two Years
Style, October 17

Aaron Sharratt and Kellen Hornbuckle, ballet dancers with the Houston Ballet, bonded through video games.

A Composer and a Swiftie Find Harmony in Kansas
Style, October 17

Alex Wakim, a composer, thought falling in love should feel operatic. But after meeting Mollina So in their hometown, he realized love can feel like being back in high school.

A Wedding That Blurred the Lines Between Love and Art
Style, October 17

When Jules Dudko and Shawn Kolodny met, he had left a thriving career to become an artist. She invested in his dream — and in him.

From Bridal Suits to Colorful Gowns, Charles Dieujuste Reinvents Tradition
Fashion, October 16

Mr. Dieujuste’s Scorcesa brand, inspired by his Haitian heritage, features designs for the nontraditional bride through color and fabric.

Pinning the Boutonniere Before Tying the Knot
Style, October 16

Andrew Werner, the founder of Fleur’d Pins, talks about designing handmade lapel flowers.

What Do You Give Someone Who’s Just Gotten Engaged?
T Magazine, October 15

A roundup of T Magazine’s favorite gifts, including whimsical pepper mills, sapphire earrings and more.

Ensayo para una boda a la que nunca asistiré
En español, October 11

Cuando le dije a mi hija de 15 años que me iba a morir, me pidió que la llevara a comprar su vestido de novia antes de partir.

How Purity Culture Still Haunts the Bridal Aisle
Style, October 11

Despite changing bridal trends, some women still face religious and family pressure over what their wedding attire should symbolize.

From Reality TV Drama to Celebrating Love and Unity
Style, October 10

For Richard Chang and Victoria Abbyaeva, appearing on Netflix’s “Bling Empire: New York” was their biggest obstacle as a couple. Their wedding showed how resilient they have become.

A Slow and Steady, ‘Good Old-Fashioned’ Courtship
Style, October 10

Ashley Erling and Joshua Martin met on a double date with their best friends. Then they took a couple of weeks to go on another.

From Fifth Grade to Forever
Style, October 10

Rebecca Erdman and Christopher White have been an item since their senior year of high school, with one critical six-month break along the way.

A Promise She Was Happy to Break
Style, October 10

Adrienne Tarver had told herself she would never date a fellow artist. Then she met Jason Karolak, an abstract painter, on an art gallery crawl.

A Festival Booking Turned Into a Love Story
Style, October 10

After Sarah Potenza, a former contestant on “The Voice,” took the stage at an L.G.B.T.Q. music festival that Kat Donavon helped to organize, neither expected their business connection to turn romantic.

And the Bride-to-Be Wore Her Favorite Sports Jersey
Style, October 9

Some fans of women’s athletic teams are holding bachelor or bachelorette parties at raucous arenas and stadiums around the world.

Los novios agradecen su presencia en la boda, sin disparar
En español, October 9

En Siria, los matrimonios y otras ocasiones felices se celebran a menudo con disparos al aire. Pero tras casi 14 años de guerra, la gente quiere que se silencien las armas.

The Bride and Groom Kindly Request: Please Don’t Shoot
World, October 8

Marriages and other glad occasions in Syria are often celebrated by firing shots in the air. But after nearly 14 years of war, people want the guns to go silent.

A Romantic First Date? Depends on Whom You Ask.
Style, October 3

Corey Paris, a state representative in Connecticut, and Symphonie Privett, a TV anchor, met at a fund-raiser. He saw a romantic connection. She wasn’t so sure.

As Soon as They Met, They Were Sweet on Each Other
Style, October 3

Maria Oveysi and Moe Kamal met at her family’s Iranian restaurant. Now they’re selling the ice cream that was inspired by it.

They Planned Their Wedding in 3 Weeks
Style, October 3

Though they grew up just 10 blocks apart, Naim Bhuiyan and Anna Zhang never met until years later. When he proposed, he sent her a video via AirDrop of her parents giving their blessing.

He Loves ‘Every Ounce of Light and Darkness Inside of Her’
Style, October 3

Early in their relationship, Genevieve Wheeler, a novelist, told Iain Naylor, a lawyer, that she battles bipolar disorder. He was undeterred.

At Some Weddings, Centerpieces Are Ripe for the Picking
Style, October 2

As couples shift away from floral arrangements, seasonal produce, like figs, pomegranates and lemons, is moving in.

Surfing, Not Shots: Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties Go Outdoors
Travel, October 1

More brides and grooms are trading the traditional carousing and overindulgence for adventure and wellness getaways with loved ones.

Lucy Dacus Marries Couples During Music Set
Video, September 29

The Grammy-winning musician Lucy Dacus married nine couples at the “All Things Go” festival in response to efforts by the Trump administration to eliminate programs for L.G.B.T.Q. people.

An Intimate Wedding Onstage in Front of Thousands
Style, September 29

The Grammy-winning musician Lucy Dacus oversaw the marriage of nine couples in the middle of a set at the “All Things Go” music festival on Friday.

For Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco, a Wedding Fit for a ‘Disney Princess’
Style, September 29

From her dramatic veil to her classic gown, the actress and singer was every bit a fairy tale bride at a private ceremony in Santa Barbara, Calif.

Gender Bending Jewish Traditions With a Little Humor
Style, September 26

Raye Schiller, a standup comedian, could always recognize Jay Nemanpour’s laugh in a crowd.

A Soul Mate Hidden in Plain Sight
Style, September 26

Nadine Santoro and Lena Wilson met online in 2016 and became close friends. Years later, they realized they were in love.

They Never Expected Their Spanish Lessons to Go Viral
Style, September 26

When Juan Osorio began teaching Wolfgang Ruth his native language, their bond (and their following) quickly grew.

The Spooky Wedding of Her Dreams (or Nightmares)
Style, September 26

Hadley Mendelsohn, a horror and true crime aficionado, and Charles Lewis met while both were spending the early weeks of the pandemic in Florida. Each took a leap of faith.

He Drove From Wales to London to Take Her to Lunch
Style, September 26

Daniel Davies took a chance by asking Sarah Rappaport out, then driving three hours to meet her. She, in turn, got “butterflies.”

Dress Rehearsal for a Wedding I’ll Never Attend
Style, September 26

When I told my 15-year-old daughter I was dying, she asked me to take her wedding dress shopping before I go.

Breaking News Interrupted Their Date, but Not Their Connection
Style, September 24

As the senior political correspondent for ABC News, Rachel Scott has to be ready at a moment’s notice to cover a big story. Elliott Smith proved early on that he wouldn’t hesitate to do whatever it took to help her.

Foreigners Have Flocked to Copenhagen for Weddings. Is the Honeymoon Over?
World, September 22

The Danish capital is limiting when foreign couples can marry and setting aside new funding for civil ceremonies.

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.