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Emma Garson is the Real Weddings Editor at Green Wedding Shoes, where she specializes in documenting couples' celebration stories and design choices. A graduate of Loyola University New Orleans, she brings professional writing experience from entertainment industry publications, where she worked as a journalist interviewing talent and covering cultural trends.

Since joining GWS in early 2023, Emma has combined her editorial background with first-hand wedding planning experience—having planned her own 2023 wedding, she understands the vendor collaboration process, design decision-making, and logistics that couples navigate. Based in New York, her coverage focuses on the intersection of storytelling and design across diverse celebration styles.

Real Weddings Editor New York, NY Loyola University New Orleans

How to Elope in Alaska: An Elopement Photographer’s Guide to Getting Hitched in Hatcher Pass

So, you want to elope somewhere exciting that you’ve never been. Where do you start? The whole point is to celebrate your love somewhere out of your comfort zone,... Read more.

Western Luxe: This Refined Ranch Wedding Brought Modern Minimalism To a Cattle Farm in North Carolina

Folks, this ain’t your typical Western wedding. We’d like to welcome you to the world of “Western Luxe.” Conceived + designed by Nikki of Knoble Events,... Read more.

This Dia de los Muertos Wedding in Mexico Was a Chic + Colorful “Fiesta of Love”

All Saints’ Day. All Souls’ Day. The Day of the Dead. Dia de los Muertos. It goes by many names, but every year at the beginning of November the veil... Read more.

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Wicked: For Good – Magical Cakes + Cocktails You Can Actually Make (Before You Hit the Theater)

The Wicked universe is back — and while you can’t stream the new film just yet, you can certainly create a little magic home. Whether you’re hosting a pre-movie... Read more.

How to Elope in Kauai: Expert Tips for a Stunning Island Elopement

So you want to elope in Kauai? Excellent choice. This island is basically Hawaii’s love letter to anyone craving untouched beaches, dramatic cliffs, and the kind... Read more.

This Elegant Pink + Green “Wicked” Inspired Party Has Changed Us “For Good”

As a famous witch named Galinda once said: “Pink goes good with green.” Wicked: For Good – the second and final installment of the musical-turned-movie... Read more.

A Vibrant, Stylish Santorini Wedding With a Bold Magenta Statement Aisle

Warm, salty breezes. Azure waters + white houses tucked into the seaside hills. “I do’s” overlooking the ocean. A flawless tan. You’re not alone: we’ve... Read more.

It Was a Balloon Bouquet + a Pink Gucci Dress for This Lovely, Low-Key NYC Elopement

Nina + Lucas knew for sure that they wanted to spend their lives together, but the idea of a wedding – big or small – never really filled either of them with... Read more.

This Couple From Oahu Got Married in the Middle of the Ocean at Sunrise

A beach wedding? Brilliant. A beach wedding in Hawai’i? Even better. If you’re dreaming of hitting the sands of HI for your own Big Day there are SO many... Read more.

Color Like No Other: A Uniquely Vibrant Wedding in Mexico

At the intersection of wild and refined – that’s where the aesthetic for this flower-filled, rich-hued wedding editorial lives. Take notes, all you destination... Read more.