This destination wedding at the Coachella grounds packed in a lot of activity over the weekend, including a carnival after party. Photos courtesy John & Joseph Photography
“The trend has also grown in Western cultures because, in a digital age, where instant gratification is all-consuming, couples are craving more meaningful, long-standing, and immersive experiences with loved ones. Moments are not simply for social media, but for organic and purposeful connection. Post-pandemic, people are valuing time together more than ever, so why limit one of the biggest moments of one's life to a six-hour event?” The good and the bad It’s not just the amount of time spent together that draws couples to weekend weddings; it’s the quality of time, too. “Traditional wedding days constantly felt like ‘the fastest day’ of the couple's lives, where it was packed with necessary obligations, yet not enough time to breathe and celebrate with their loved ones,” says Frias.
Sikh celebratory events. Photos courtesy Blush Wedding Photography
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