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Lauren Levy

Lauren Levy

Contributor

Lauren is a freelance contributor for WeddingWire, focusing on first-person essays and trends. The Maryland native has written about weddings for years and is particularly passionate about wedding photography. She currently splits her time between New York City and the Washington, DC suburbs. She lives with her fiance and enjoys marathon training, home decor trends, true crime documentaries, and travel.

Experience

Lauren has dreamed of working for a wedding magazine since she was a child. During college, she spent two years as an intern in The Knot’s Art and Photography departments. 

After graduation, Lauren returned to New York City as a Real Weddings Editorial Assistant for The Knot, working primarily on the brand’s local and national print magazines and TheKnot.com. She then worked at PopSugar for two years with a focus on trends, parenting, weddings, and travel. She is currently a Deputy Editor at CafeMom and Mom.com, where she supervises parenting and lifestyle news coverage. She contributes to a variety of other media outlets, including Brides, Bridal Guide, and NBC News. 

Education

Lauren graduated from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Magazine Journalism and minors in Psychology and Spanish. 

Articles published by Lauren Levy

The Wedding Makeup Trends Every 2022 Bride Needs to Know
Beauty Tips
Create a bridal style that's uniquely your own.
The 9 Wedding Hair Trends We're Watching for 2022
Bridal Hair
These less-is-more hair trends put the emphasis on your wedding-day attire, not your 'do.
Level up Your Look With These 2022 Groom Attire Trends
Groom & Groomsmen
From bold colors to unique accessories, these trends will take your look beyond the basic black tux.
11 Dating Apps for Finding a Lasting Relationship
Lifestyle
Ready to give online dating a try? These are the top dating sites if you're seeking a lasting relationship leading to marriage.
6 Ways to Develop Trust in a Relationship
Lifestyle
Whether you're in a new relationship or have been together for a while, trust between partners is essential. Here, experts share the top ways to develop trust in your relationship.
Waiting Until Marriage to Have Sex? Here's What to Know
Lifestyle
If you and your future spouse plan to wait until marriage to have sex, this expert advice is a must-read.
Everything You Need to Know About a Wedding Photography Contract Before Making Things Official
Photography & Video
Ready to make things official with your dream photog? Not so fast. Make sure to read that wedding photography contract before taking this big step.
Trends & Tips
A small wedding ceremony meant big learnings for this bride, who is hosting her larger celebration next year.
The Biggest Sex Insecurities Real Couples Actually Face
Married Life
If you're feeling a little anxious in the bedroom, you're not alone. Here, 10 engaged and newly-married couples reveal their sex insecurities.
The 8 Conversations to Have Before Getting Married, from Relationship Experts
Lifestyle
Read this list of topics you and your partner must discuss before marriage, from sex to money and everything in between.
“I Just Wanted My Wedding Vendors to Like Me, and Here's Why It Backfired”
Trends & Tips
One bride's effort to please her pros ended up causing disappointment for both herself and her wedding vendors—here's how to avoid the same mistake.
9 Low-Key Bachelorette Party Ideas for the Ultimate Chill Celebration
Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties
If you're planning a bachelorette party for a bride who despises the idea of the standard wild bar crawl, these low-key bachelorette party ideas are creative and cool.
9 Signs You Need a Wedding-Planning Pause
Trends & Tips
It's totally normal to need a break from wedding planning. Here, some signs that a pause is necessary—and how to get through it.
How to Throw an Outdoor Winter Wedding
Trends & Tips
An outdoor winter wedding might sound like an oxymoron, but it's actually totally doable. Here, experts share their pro advice for planning a winter wedding with outdoor elements.
These 14 Orange County Wedding Venues Will Take Your Breath Away
Places to Celebrate
Planning a SoCal event? These wedding venues in Orange County provide gorgeous outdoor and indoor space for your special day.
“Wedding Planning Stress Put Our Sex Life on Pause — Here's How We Fixed It”
Lifestyle
If the stress of wedding planning has affected your sex life, you're not alone. Here, real couples share how they got things back on track.