Fashion & Beauty
Beyond the Veil
Lend your bridal ensemble some real panache with the latest hair accessories
Standout Style
Gowns with layers of light, flirty fabrics are giving brides a fresh look for 2010
Happy Hands, Happy Feet
Take nails to the nines with these spa-worthy secrets
Color of the Year
For 2010, turquoise is the hue of choice for adding a splash of something blue to every wedding detail
Mom’s Wedding-Day Wardrobe
Compared to the mothers of the happy couple, the bride’s fashion choice is easy! Here are style tips for the moms of the big day.
It’s Gotta Be the Shoes
Somehow that love affair with shoes can get lost in wedding preparations as brides-to-be focus on the end-all, be-all dress. But, snazzy footwear is the of-the-moment accessory these days – not bland, low-heeled grandmother-of-the-bride-esque sandals.
Beauty Tips for Mom
Mothers of the bride and groom want to look good, too! Here are beauty secrets every wedding-day mom wants to know
Haute Hues
Accents no longer accepted! Today’s brides want their dresses full of color
Bridal Body 911
Quick, targeted toning workouts for busy brides-to-be
Dirty Little Wedding-Day Secrets
Expert advice on how to remedy decidedly unromantic ailments on the big day
Bling that goes beyond the ring
Earrings, necklaces and embellished gowns are helping brides put shiny finishing touches on their wedding look
Winter-Wedding Beauty Secrets
Tips to ensure dazzling skin, makeup and hair, even when it's dark and dreary out
Bride and Glory
Alfred Angelo and Operation Homefront join forces to help servicewomen to swap their fatigues for a gown
Getting Organized
Suggestions for finding the best book to help you plan your ideal wedding
Going to the Dark Side
Wedding bands typically are white or yellow – which is why one groom’s choosing black
Fashionable, Affordable Maids Dresses
Money’s on everyone’s mind, which is why designers are creating chic bridesmaid dresses fit for any budget
How To Go Dress Shopping
Before you set out to find the gown, you need to make sure you’re properly prepared
Stationery with a Designer Touch
Take your invites from everyday to extraordinary with the latest designer styles
The Anti-Bridal Show
A new event looks to cater to brides who don’t want the ballroom wedding
A Suit for All Seasons
Just like brides, grooms are stepping up their fashion sense for the big day
All Wrapped Up
Finding a wrap worthy of covering up your wedding gown
Twitter Down the Aisle
Which wedding pros are you following?
How to Make a Well-Dressed Man
Tuxedo and suit style tips for your spouse-to-be
Once, Twice, Three Times a Wedding Dress
Thousands for a one-and-done gown? Not for budget-savvy brides, who are turning toward pre-owned dresses
The Colors of Love
Diamonds are forever, but so are sapphires, emeralds and rubies
H2No
Your guide to waterproof beauty
The ‘Truth’ Behind Traditions
The origin of numerous wedding traditions just might be a little less romantic than you think
Veil-cabulary
Bridal headwear comes in all shapes and sizes. And to each its own name
Hail the Veil
Here's how to pick out the quintessential bridal accessory
Paying the Right Price: Shoes
The engagement ring may put the wedding in motion, but it’s the fancy footwear that a bride wears on the big day that is going to get her down the aisle. But that doesn’t mean the shoes should carry an engagement-ring price tag.
Dieting bride-to-be should buy gown that fits now
Q: Should I hold off on buying my wedding dress if I'm trying to lose weight?
Wedding Shoe-Shopping Guide
You can be as creative or as classic as you want to be, but there are a few things you always want to keep in mind when searching for your bridal shoes
Nice Day for a White Smile
The ivory gown might get all the attention, but on the big day snow-white teeth are just as important
Bridal Fashions on a Budget
Faviana rolls out a new line of gowns perfectly tailored for the recessionista bride
Fair to ask friends to pay for pricy bridesmaid dresses?
Q: The bridesmaid dresses are really expensive, but I love them! Is it too much to ask my friends to pay for them?
Fashion Police
Brides can get dresses anywhere, so it pays to keep an eye out for knockoff gowns
Cheap ‘n’ Easy Spa Tricks
You don’t need to drop a fortune for spa-quality results. Try these
Pick a Theme, Any Theme ...
Of course, your wedding has a theme, but do you?
The Bod Squad
How to get going on your big-day fitness regimen
Your Guide to Undergarments
What's best for under the dress
Wedding Accessory Guide: Accessories Are An Important Part Of Your Wedding
Accessories add those finishing touches to every wedding that every couple are going for!
Here Comes The Hair
How to get beautiful locks in any season
The New Colors of Love
Who says you have to go 'white?' Colored diamonds and gemstones are one of the hottest trends in engagement rings
This Old Dress
Wearing mom’s or grandma’s old gown? Here’s what you need to know about caring for it or crafting it into something new
Secrets for a Flawless Wedding
Experts’ tricks for disaster-proof beauty on your wedding day
Shape Up: Six-Month Fitness Makeover
Want to look drop-dead gorgeous coming down the aisle? Then don't leave your fitness plan until the last minute -- shape up for your wedding day with our winning workout advice.
Eye Candy
Plan your wedding day makeup in advance to ensure you'll be putting your best face forward
Bridesmaids: Choosing Dresses They'll Love
Here are some dos, don'ts, and basic truths to consider when choosing your bridesmaid dresses.
Weddings the Second Time
The second time around, brides can feel freer, more confident
With This Skinny Ring I Thee Wed
Engagement rings are increasing diamond size and shedding excess bulk in the band
Buying the Bling
With seemingly limitless options today's couples can pick the one ring that rules them all
Going for the Glow
Every woman glows on her wedding day, but some may seek a bit of help in the radiance department. For many brides-to-be, a march down the aisle would be unthinkable without an earlier march to the spa. These days, a bride's personal beauty plan may go far beyond basic facials and massages.
Beauty Treatment Timeline
Whether your beauty redo is drastic or cosmetic, make sure you're on schedule to look your wedding-day best.
Beauty the Natural Way
Give yourself a 'green-over' on the big day with organic products
Bling - Bridal-style
The engagement period is all about the ring. Go bold on the big day with earrings, necklaces and bracelets
Complexion Perfection
With a little preparation, it's easy to achieve healthy, radiant wedding-day skin
Paint it Black
Be it accents on your gown or the whole she-bang, a little bit of darkness is now becoming chic for the big day. Is it just a blip on the map or is beating down the white-only myth?
Q: Formal gown or casual gown? A: Both!
Brides love to wear something borrowed and something blue, so why not also wear two? Two dresses that is.
Sharp Dressed Man
How to choose the right suit for his body type
What to Do When the Ring isn't Right
Too big? Too small? Heaven forbid, just ugly? Here's what to do when he plops something far from perfect on your finger.
Who's That Bridesmaid?
Long, glamorous styles are bringing sleek, chic and plunging necklines to this oft-dreaded dress
Your Guide to Green Gowns
From fabrics to fitting, here's what one bride learned about walking the aisle in eco-friendly fashion
Engagement Rings: 8 Insider Shopping Tips
Eight key things to know before you start shopping.
Insurance 101: Engagement Ring Insurance
You can't guarantee that love will go perfectly, but you can insure precious symbols of it. Putting a policy on your ring may sound unromantic, but nothing's sweeter than peace of mind.
Brides are once again covering up as the princess look gains popularity
Picture-perfects brides, who once dismissed the veil as obtrusive and dated, are now embracing the headpiece in all its glory, with crystals, embroidery and yards of tulle to frame their wedding aisle moment.
A Dress for Life
Preserving your gown keeps the memories, spirit of the big day alive for years to come
Footloose and Fancy Free
A pair of comfy, whimsical shoes has become an essential element of a bride's wedding day wardrobe
Bridesmaids: Choosing Dresses They'll Love
Here are some dos, don'ts, and basic truths to consider when choosing your bridesmaid dresses.
The Return of the Blushing Bride
Brides' love affair with "show-and-tell" gowns that bare shoulders, bosoms and backs may be cooling down. Some of the freshest new looks - demure but still dramatic - leave a bit more to the imagination.
Now Introducing the Stylish Bridesmaid
New gowns eschew the frills and ruffles in favor of repeat usability, modern style.
The bride's dress size is just a number ...
The bride's dress size is just a number -- but not the number she's used to.
The Return of the Blushing Bride
Brides' love affair with "show-and-tell" gowns that bare shoulders, bosoms and backs may be cooling down. Some of the freshest new looks - demure but still dramatic - leave a bit more to the imagination.
Weddings Loving Lace
Loving lace: Brides buy into lace gowns' romance, tradition and flexibility
Formalwear Etiquette & Issues
Etiquette for formalwear questions...
Mens Formalwear Tips
Tips for getting those guys into formalwear...
Attire Etiquette
Great Questions and Answers to your Attire Etiquette
Bridesmaid Dress Etiquette
Found out answers to Bridesmaid Dress Etiquette.
Bridesmaid Dress Tips
Tips for buying Bridesmaid dresses.
Dress Shopping Tips & Tricks
Tips to find your perfect Wedding Dress.
Bridal fashion: What's hot this season
You'll never go wrong with a simple white dress, but what if you want to be more fashion-forward? From taking on the trends to adding just a touch to your traditional look, we have you covered.
Bridesmaid Fashion: The New Rules
No one in a wedding seems to suffer more than the bridesmaid in an unfashionable, uncomfortable dress. Salvation is here. This new crop of rule-breaking bridal party dresses begs to be worn.
Dresses, like bridesmaids, can be individuals
Bridesmaids come in all shapes and sizes, and the good news is ... now their dresses now do, too. Here are three foolproof ways to ensure that your party will look their best while still appearing chic and unified.
Prepare yourself for gown selection
Whether you've been envisioning your wedding gown for years or you've never given it a second of thought, gown shopping can bring on added pressure to your wedding planning process. But if you're educated about how to shop, you can ease that stress and make your gown search fun.
Wedding rings: basic gold and more
There are so many types of wedding bands out there, from traditional to ultramodern. Wondering which styles are the most popular and right for you? Check out these three trends.
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