| contents | SPRING SUMMER 2023 FEATURES 23 Real Weddings 35 Meet the Experts A Q&A with local industry pros 46 Luxury in Full Bloom An intimate garden party reimagined DEPARTMENTS 8 From the Editor 12 Things We Love 56 Top Reception Sites a list of resources 80 A Look Back since the wedding ... | ON THE COVER | REAL WEDDING BRIDE Alexandra Highsmith PHOTO FREEBIRD Photography | THIS PAGE | PHOTO by Kelsey Converse Photography