Real Pittsburgh Weddings
Get inspired by six of Pittsburgh’s most beautiful,
sophisticated, and romantic real weddings.
By Nicole Barley | Photography by Araujo Photography
At WHIRL, we dream about weddings. We have starry-eyed visions of tulle, tuxedos, and three-tiered cakes. We swoon over glittering engagement rings and their accompanying will-you-marry-me stories. In this issue, we’re featuring six seriously awesome real weddings to help you plan the ceremony and reception you’ve always wanted. We’ve got all the details on a modern bash, a DIY-filled day, a double destination celebration, a classic Pittsburgh party, a gala with gorgeous cultural components, and a formal fête. Get the particulars on these couples’ big days, everything from vendors to themes, as well as advice for planning a wedding just like theirs. Of course, we tell you their romantic stories, too. We hope you love them as much as we do.
MODERN Jennifer Woods & Joseph Carnicella
Find inspiration from this sleek, sophisticated wedding with a city theme in planning your nuptials with a modern feel.
DIY Elizabeth Hospodor & Derrick Tetlow
Venture in to the great outdoors — the Pittsburgh Zen Center — where this creative couple added handmade touches to their nature-friendly nuptials.
CULTURAL Christina Hutchison & Richard Tseng
Infuse your wedding with an Asian theme, taking inspiration from the details in this flower-filled occasion.
CLASSIC Megan Mihalcin & Anthony Narcisi
Walk down the aisle of Shadyside Presbyterian Church and party at the Carnegie Music Hall with this Pittsburgh couple, who brought classic, timeless touches to their union.
FORMAl Darlene Smith & Robert Powell
Plan a perfect day with ideas from this classy couple’s formal fête.
DESTINATION Kelly Mezyk & Sishir Mokkapati
Take notes on traveling abroad from this worldly couple, who doubled their destinations and celebrated in Charleston, S.C., and Vijayawada, India.