The Top 10 Celebrity Weddings of 2013
As a homage to all the beautiful celebrity weddings we've witnessed during 2013, we've put together a round-up of the most buzzed about nuptials for you to feast your eyes on and hopefully get inspired for your own big day.
From the jaw-droppingly beautiful Aaron Paul and Lauren Parsekian's bash to the extravagant affair of Sean Parker and Alexandra Lenas, we've got all the best of this year's celebrity weddings...
1. Keira Knightley and James Righton
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Donning a knee length, pale pink, tutu-esque wedding dress, Keira Knightley and James Righton tied the knot with a low key affair in the small town of Mazan in the South of France. With just 11 people at the ceremony and 50 guests at the reception their intimate do was only shared with their closest friends and family.
When - May 4, 2013
Ceremony - Mazan Town Hall, Southern France
Reception - Keira Knightley's $5 million family owned vineyard
Wow Factor - Keira Knightley's custom made Chanel dress that she keeps wearing again and again (this is why a short wedding dress makes sense!)
2. Aaron Paul and Lauren Parsekian
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After popping the question in January 2012 in Paris, the couple planned a Parisian themed ceremony and 1920's carnival masquerade complete with stilt walkers and mimes. The beautiful and emotional ceremony was held in front of 250 guests including Paul's Breaking Bad costar Bryan Cranston.
When - May 26, 2013
Ceremony - Cottage Pavilion at Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, California
Reception - In an open field with a giant Ferris wheel and carnival games
Wow Factor - Aaron surprised his new bride by having everyone serenade her with one of the couple's all time favorite songs "Beauty", by the Shivers.
3. Sean Parker and Alexandra Lenas
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Undoubtedly one of the most extravagant celebrity weddings of the year, Facebook billionaire Sean Parker and Alexandra Lenas celebrated their nuptials with 364 family members and friends at their Lord of the Rings inspired wedding. Rumored to cost a whopping $9 million, their bash is arguably the one of the most epic weddings of all time.
When - June 1, 2013
Ceremony - Closed campground in an old-growth forest adjacent to Ventana Inn in Big Sur, California
Reception - Same as ceremony venue
Wow Factor - All of the guests wore unique custom made costumes by The Lord of the Rings designer Ngila Dickson
4. Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Justin Mikita
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Organized by wedding planner Bryan Rafanelli, Jesse Tyler Ferguson said "I do" to fellow Modern Family actor Justin Mikita in the summer of 2013. Hosted in the big apple their 200 plus star studded guest list included many big names. The rehearsal dinner at Harding's Restaurant in NYC was beautifully decorated with sunflowers, tea candles and chandeliers echoing the decorations for the main event.
When - July 20, 2013
Ceremony - 82 Mercer in New York City
Reception - Same as ceremony venue
Wow Factor - The best cake topper EVER!
5. Holly Madison and Pasquale Rotella
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In true fairytale style Holly Madison's wedding to Pasquale Rotella spared no expenses. Taking place in the magical land of Disney, the elaborate ceremony occurred after hours at the California theme park, and was attended by 150 friends and family. Following the ceremony the bride changed into a second gown for the reception, where guests were treated to a pyrotechnics show.
When - September 10, 2013
Ceremony - New Orleans Square, Disneyland!
Reception - Same as ceremony venue
Wow Factor - Posing in front of the iconic Disney castle
6. Kate Bosworth and Michael Polish
Image via John Dolan | Martha Stewart Weddings
Tying the knot on a breathtaking mountaintop at The Ranch at Rock Creek which is situated on 6,600 acres of rolling hills, rivers, mountains, and meadows, Kate wore not one but two stunning Oscar de la Renta dresses and Michael sported a divine Brooks Brothers tux. The couple chose this incredible location for its privacy and rustic old world charm, as well as the added benefit that the maternal side of Michael's family was from the area .
When - August 31, 2013
Ceremony - On a mountaintop at The Ranch at Rock Creek in Philipsburg, Montana
Reception - The Ranch at Rock Creek's Granite Lodge
Wow Factor - Four day celebrations at a gorgeous private estate with only their nearest and dearest
7. Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock
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In the midst of planning a huge affair, American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson got majorly fed up and decided to opt for an intimate do and get hitched at Blackberry Farms in Tennessee instead. Her ultra romantic wedding dress was from Brit company Temperley and her bejeweled headpiece from Maria Elena and Jim Verranos.
When - October 20, 2013
Ceremony - Blackberry Farms, Tennessee, Nashville
Reception - Same as ceremony
Wow Factor - The luxury hotel and resort nestled on a 4,200 acre site in the Great Smoky Mountains
8. Chrissy Teigen and John Legend
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Believe it or not, supermodel Chrissy Teigen wore three Vera Wang wedding dresses for her big day when she exchanged vows with singing superstar John Legend in Italy earlier this year. Chrissy admitted that she just couldn't help herself as every time she went in to the Vera Wang store for a fitting she fell in love with yet another dress! Guests at the wedding included Kanye West, Stevie Wonder and Brooklyn Decker.
When - September 14, 2013
Ceremony - Private Estate at Lake Como in Italy
Reception - Same as ceremony
Wow Factor - Three drop dead gorgeous Vera Wang dresses!
9. Christina Ricci and James Heerdegen
Image via Christina Ricci | Twitter
After meeting on the set of Pan Am, this delightful and super sweet couple finally took the plunge and said their "I do's" in front of family and friends at an exquisite century old mansion in NYC. Rocking a Givenchy haute couture wedding gown with high neck and long sleeves Kristina was truly picture perfect.
When - October 26, 2013
Ceremony - Manhattan's Harold Pratt House & Peterson Hall
Reception - Cocktail hour followed by dinner and dancing
Wow Factor - Chantilly lace applique wedding dress and matching veil
10. Seth Myers and Alexi Ashe
Image via Vogue | Joshua Bright
Despite coming down with food poising just two days before the wedding, human rights lawyer Alexi Ashe looked radiant as she walked down the aisle. SNL's Seth Myers couldn't hide his happiness and excitement sporting a big beaming smile throughout the entire day. Seth wore a Ralph Lauren Black Label suit while Alexi looked equally stunning in a custom made Carolina Herrera dress.
When - September 1, 2013
Ceremony - Chickemmo Farm at Martha's Vineyard, Massachusettes
Reception - Rustic tent with a view of Beetlebung Farm
Wow Factor - Seth's surprise proposal entailed him tying the ring in a bow around their dog's collar
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