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From pandemic Bumble matches to medical school sweethearts and Vermont mountain celebrations, here are five wedding profiles of from our special “Real Weddings” section in the August 2025 issue.

Glorious views and a laid-back vibe made Halle Gustafson and Matthieu St. Amour’s nuptials a breath of fresh air.

Two newlyweds dive right into marriage on the shores of Harwich Port.

Soumitri Barua and Vishal Khetpal’s two-day, two-hotel celebration seamlessly blended Buddhist serenity with Hindu tradition.

Mia Lander and Jeff Stoddart celebrated their love with doughnuts, monochrome, and a tuxedo-clad pup.

Jamaica Plain couple Whitney Barron and Alex Krupp said “I do” in a secret greenway full of naturally romantic blooms.

From Fenway Park to the Museum of Fine Art, Will Collins and Sydney Hood introduced their adopted city’s treasures to more than 150 out-of-town guests.

Sebastian Zapata asked Gabriela Coletta out for coffee in 2018, to talk about “housing policy.” Now, she’s a City Councilor and Andrea Campbell officiated their Danvers farm wedding.

Rebecca Merson and Alexander Adami celebrated their union surrounded by stunning views, family, and a golden retriever named Breezy.

Pastoral venues, coupled with stunning country landscapes and top-notch amenities, make for a bucolic and beautiful big day.

CEO and owner Juliana Hernandez provides more than just rentals.

From Palm Beach to Nantucket, the mid-20th-century WASP aesthetic is making a resurgence.

The Cape Cod venue is where Coco Van der Wolk’s parents met as toddlers, making it the perfect place to celebrate her marriage to Jay Lindseth.

Corsets, draping, Basque waists, and bows make strong showings for 2025, along with ball skirts, either princess-style or with a slit.