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You found THE perfect dress and shoes, You’ve got something borrowed, something old, something new, and something blue. But gosh, something’s still missing. Sometimes the “cake topper” to complete your blushing bridal look is the right jewel-crusted tiara. And while you don’t want to look like you’re competing in a Miss America pageant or for prom queen, a laurel of intricately... CONTINUE READING 12

Weddings are expensive for the bride, groom and other family members, but costs can quickly add up for wedding guests, too! If you find yourself RSVPing to a few weddings this year, read on for a list of the most common expenses and how to combat them. -Andrea Woroch Wedding Gifts Use discount gift cards to buy the gift. GiftCardGranny.com sells gift... CONTINUE READING 19

First, to clarify: steampunk began as a sub-genre of science fiction, but has evolved into an romantic, Victorian-esque aesthetic that appeals to Jules Verne readers and corset-lovers alike. As any Pinterest wedding enthusiast will attest, more people have decided the poofy skirts, sleek top hats, shiny goggles, and neat bow ties make for a beautiful escapist non-traditional wedding theme (for... CONTINUE READING 15

So you’re the MOH, tasked with throwing a bachelorette party. Problem is, you’ve never actually been to a fun bachelorette party. Somehow, they always end up a boring, watered-down version of what you imagine them to be, with box wine and penis-shaped straws. Friends, it doesn’t have to end this way. While there’s no exact prescription that fits every variety of... CONTINUE READING 13

Yes, it’s your special day. But it’s a pretty expensive day once you tally all those price tags. Why blow the budget on the perfect pair of sparkly wedding shoes, when you can buy any of these completely gorgeous, totally sparkly, blinged-out and bejeweled pairs of “I Do” shoes for under $100? -Molly Friedman These Platinum by Dyeables Jade Sandals ($44.94... CONTINUE READING 6

Dress - check. Shoes - check. Venue - check. Hair - ….wait a minute, you didn’t forget your hair, did you? It will frame your smile in all the pictures, hold your veil in place, and keep those pesky strands out of your face while you’re dancing. Okay, you probably already knew it was important, but how do you find... CONTINUE READING 4

Details matter when planning a wedding, down to the exact shade of pink Essie polish you and your bridesmaids wear and the post-reception shoes you slip on when you head to the airport. But all of those little things can add up to one big price tag if you’re not careful. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help... CONTINUE READING 3

You know your best friend’s outfit is taken care of on her big day (dress, veil, garter, check). But what should you wear when you want to look gorgeous and stylish without stealing any -- and we mean any -- of her thunder? We’ve got you covered. -Molly Friedman The Dress The style of your dress will depend on how fancy your... CONTINUE READING 8

So you found the guy, the dress, the cake, and the waterproof mascara of your dreams. But what about finding the perfect scent to wear down the aisle? With the launch of Oscar de la Renta’s Something Blue perfume, we decided to investigate which fragrances are worthy of the most romantic day of your life: your wedding day. - Molly Friedman Oscar... CONTINUE READING 22

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