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Bride Chic: The Big Sleeve Comeback!

January 21st, 2010, by Azure

About Bride Chic With necklines rising it is invariable we'd see the return of a few sleeves this season. Until lately (like the last twenty years or so), bridal fashion was a very restricted zone. With so many rules to follow, modesty was the most crucial. Covering one's self up as much as possible was de riguer, a throwback to 19th century propriety when brides symbolized purity and virginity. Fast forward to the 21st century and brides are celebrating a fashion liberation. Finally...

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Honeymoons in the Center of Italy

January 21st, 2010, by Azure

For honeymooners looking for a sweet and intimate Bed & Breakfast in Italy, La Torretta Bianca, which translates to the little white tower, is known for serene atmosphere and great location. The B&B is nestled on the hillsides overlooking the Adriatic sea, in the San Benedetto del Tronto, a town located at the bottom of the Marche Region in the center of Italy. For more about La Toretta Biancaread our special report from Honeymoons.com. For those of us in icy Chicago, it's...

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A Video Wedding Invitation

January 21st, 2010, by Azure

Once you check out this wedding invitation you may never look at wedding invitations (or stop motion animation) the same way again.

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Here Comes the Guide: The PANTONE WEDDING Color Guide from Dessy!

January 21st, 2010, by Azure

PANTONE and Dessyhave done it again! Just yesterday, the match made in heaven that is Dessy-PANTONE announced their PANTONE WEDDING color guide. This fan deck includes all of the 194 colors for Spring 2010, is chromatically arranged by color family, and is small enough to fit in your purse! You know what that means... take this baby with you to the bridal shop, florist, or wedding venue, and nothing will stand in the way of achieving your perfectly color-coordinated wedding! So...

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Ask the Experts: Wedding Day Disasters

January 21st, 2010, by Azure

In this week's Ask the Experts column, a bride writes: Dear Experts This may sound weird, but I feel like if I know what can go wrong, I'll be prepared for it. So, what's the worst wedding day disaster you've seen? Thanks Not a Worry Wart Come on, you know you want to know what wedding disasters our experts have seen... Helpful Links Ask the Experts This Week's Ask the Experts Column

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Ask the Wedding Maven: A Bridal Shower That’s All in the Family (in-law)

January 21st, 2010, by Azure

In this week's issue of our advice column, the Wedding Maven answers a question from a Mother of the Groom who is concerned about whether or not she can throw a shower for her new daughter-in-law. If you need wedding advice or have a question about wedding traditions, etiquette, or relationships write the Wedding Maven at weddingmaven@onewed.com Helpful Links: Bridal Shower Ideas and Etiquette Ask the Wedding Maven This Week's Question

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Peep Toes, Platforms, and Retro-Inspired Pairs: Bridal Shoes for Every Bride

January 21st, 2010, by Azure

Have you checked out our Bridal Shoes Style gallery recently? If not, take a look! We've got something for everyone! Depending upon what type of wedding dress you decide on, you'll want to compliment it with a gorgeous pair of shoes! If Chic and Elegant is what you are going for, Benjamin Adams has some wonderful choices! If you are a Peep Toe kind of gal, check out the Bisset and the Winslet! And if you're having a winter or fall wedding, and open toes just won't cut it, I love...

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bridal heels, bridal shoes, bridal style, dyeable shoes, peep toe bridal shoe, retro-inspired, Swarovski, Wedding Planning




Featured Wedding: Kellie and Long

January 21st, 2010, by Azure

Featured Wedding by Samantha & Laura of The Studio Noir Kellie & Long hail from East Boston, and their wedding on September 26, 2009 started at the gorgeous and unique MIT Chapel in Cambridge, MA. An intimate dinner & reception followed the memorable wedding ceremony aboard the Odyssey Cruise Ship. For the reception, Kellie slipped out of her gorgeous mermaid-style wedding dress and into a sassy & glamourous cocktail frock so she could dance the night away! The ship sailed...

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