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X metropolitan weddings
X WINTER / SPRING 2025 features
Volume 17 X issue 1
61 GLOWING SKIN - Your best accessory !
Did we want an excuse to go to coffee with the area ' s beauty experts for fun ? Yes ! Did we also want to see if they would let us in on all of their beauty secrets ? 100 %!
68 cleaning vs . preserving
Once the guests have all boarded their planes and you ' re back at home recuperating from the best week of your life , you will have to decide what to do with your cherished wedding gown !
72 aqua nailed it
Mani - Pedis anyone !? Aqua Nails is one of our award winning spots for bach bashes and pre-wedding weekend activities ! So we thought they deserved a spotlight to tell you why !
77 celebration : 2025 reception vibes
Our editorial shoots usually focus on the little details , but this time , it ’ s all about the PARTY ! We turned up the energy and spotlighted the after-hours pros who know how to keep the celebration going — in the most epic way possible !
86 threads of love
Honor family traditions by giving a family heirloom wedding dress a fresh twist ! Repurpose these cherished gowns to add a touch of history and meaning to your special day .
90 the Fairy Tailors ( aka your wedding wardrobe consultants )
We want your wedding look to be perfection ! Let these pros show you how connection , customer service and a sublime fit wins over an online purchase every time !
97 Blenders , Baking & Bedding
Kid in a candy store moment , check . Creating a new married life aura , check . Ease of online shopping for you and your guests , check . Perks for creating your wedding registering locally , also check !
102 love in full bloom
Trending – Floral Tattoos . What is a floral tattoo ? We can ' t wait to show you ! These headturners are a fresh and exciting way to add a pop of romance and color to your chic wedding look .
metropolitan love stories
106 Daniel & Briza
Best of Both Worlds
118 Jackson & Michaela
Letting Nature Sneak In
112 Colton & Cassie
Stardust & Soil
124 Connor & Emily
Legacies of Love