It’s a story I’ve heard time and time again. Two lovebirds excitedly get engaged, with hopeful visions of a charming ceremony and an epic, Instagram-worthy reception. The only problem? They’re not ...

Specializing in raw-space design, Xochitl Gonzalez and Mayra Castillo are brimming with ideas for personalized weddings—from intimate affairs at Ram-scale studio to bona fide blowouts on Ellis Island.

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