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Planning a budget wedding isn’t new, but with all of those fabulous wedding shows (Say Yes to the Dress, anyone?), it can be tempting to go all-out on your big day. Your wedding doesn’t have to seem bare-bones to cost less than $5,000, though and we’re here to prove it. Don’t believe us? We’ve put together an entire budget, which... CONTINUE READING 18

Valentine's Day doesn’t have to be all about smooches and rose bouquets and sappy cards. Hey, not everyone has someone to dote on, and the romance of the holiday doesn't have to apply only to those in lovey dovey relationships. Instead of focusing on heart-shaped boxes of chocolates (who really needs all of that sugar, anyway?), spread the love around:... CONTINUE READING 6

Picture this: It’s the week before Valentine’s Day and you’re finalizing plans to spend the most romantic day of the year with your sweetheart. You’ve got a personalized box of Russell Stover chocolates ready to open, a bottle of his favorite cologne gift-wrapped with a bow on top and have poured your feelings into a mushy Hallmark card that took... CONTINUE READING 4

Roses are red. Violets are blue. We’re decking out our nails this Valentine’s Day and hey, so should you! From glimmering glitters, solid polishes and eye-catching liquid sand, here are 10 festive nail polishes on our list that will look smashing on your hand. - Courtney Leiva Ciate Treasured Possessions-Love Letter Paint Pot ($15 at nordstrom.com) For sparkles and glitters galore, this... CONTINUE READING 15

Whether you’re in an LTR or totally single, it’s always fun to fantasize about finding the perfect engagement ring. You probably know about the “4 C’s” -- cut, color, clarity and carat -- but have you considered the 5th “C”? Yes, we’re talking about celebrities. Hollywood engagement rings have gotten bigger and badder than ever in recent years, and they... CONTINUE READING 12

Maybe it’s your first fight, maybe it’s your 50th... Regardless, when you and your man disagree, it can be a very hurtful experience. Don’t worry, though, because we have four steps that you can use to feel like you’re friends again, and might even help you fight less often (really!). -Natalie Brown 1) Realize that you don’t have to be right. This... CONTINUE READING 9

On Valentine’s Day, it’s all about looking fabulous, bringing on the romance and keeping your date’s attention. You want to make sure your makeup is on point, your dress catches his eye and that your evening is magical and memorable. Hopefully most of that planning will be on his part, but of all the nights of the year, allow yourself... CONTINUE READING 10

No matter what you’re doing with your guy this Valentine’s Day, there’s one gift that never, ever disappoints: A personal massage. Unless you’re Monica Geller on Friends, who gave infamously terrible massages without realizing it, your boyfriend will appreciate your hands on his worn-out muscles. Of course, massages can range from the G-rated (sitting behind him, clothes on) to the NC-17... CONTINUE READING 16

As a little girl, you fantasized about picking out your wedding dress. But as an adult, you woke up and smelt the bouquet, and realized it’s not as easy as throwing a white pillow case over your head. The process can actually prove very stressful once things like style, cost and fit are considered. But don’t worry! We’ve put together... CONTINUE READING 8

You’ve been dating for what seems like a long time now (a year, two years, six years...all couples are different), and you think that you and your significant other might actually make it, might actually last. Maybe you live together, maybe you’re just spending the weekend every now and then. You think he might pop the question, but you haven’t... CONTINUE READING 4