| contents | SPRING / SUMMER 2024 FEATURES 27 Real Weddings 41 Meet the Experts A Q&A with local industry pros 52 Storied Spring Historic garden charm for the modern bride DEPARTMENTS 8 From the Editor 12 Things We Love 63 Vendor List Everything a NH couple needs to know 88 A Look Back Since the wedding ... | ON THE COVER | REAL WEDDINGS BRIDE Beatrice Linnea Bast PHOTO by Rodeo & Co. | THIS PAGE | PHOTO by Kate Preftakes Photography