Check Out Our May/June Issue: Floaty Dresses, Pretty Cakes and Dreamy Honeymoons

 

I am so excited about our May/June issue! It’s not only packed with lots of gorgeous gowns, but it’s also filled with tons of ideas you can use for your big day from pretty cakes to dreamy honeymoons.

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is truly a star-studded issue as top celebrity pros share their best tips starting with the host  of My Fair Wedding, David Tutera. You’ll go behind the scenes of the “Mini-Truck Bride” episode that first aired on February 13 (catch the reruns on WEtv). Our Fashion Editor, Naima, and I flew out to Los Angeles to photograph one of David’s lucky brides, self-professed tomboy Michelle Smith, who tried on several dazzling gowns for her makeover. I was amazed at how natural she was in front of the camera, which made photographing her a breeze. Michelle was every bit the beautiful bride—we loved our day on the set working with David, Michelle and all the crew. And don’t forget to check out David’s column, “Ask David”, in which he helps you determine your bridal style whether it’s classic and traditional, modern and sophisticated, or even a bit eclectic.

 

 

 

 

Next up, world-renowned designer, Vera Wang, talks to us about her brand new line of unbelievably beautiful—and truly affordable— gowns and accessoriesfor David’s Bridal, dubbed White by Vera Wang. The gowns she created represents her true vision, unique talent and singular style. Brides everywhere, rejoice! Now you, too, can wear a Vera!

 

 

 

 

 

 

We also spoke with Mara Urshel, co-owner of bridal salon Kleinfeld and star of TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress. Mara offers very sound advice on how to best shop for your dress and stay within budget. That's no easy task, but this smart, lovely lady is truly the go-to person for savvy dress-shopping tips.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speaking of budget, “75 Best Budget Tips” is a must-read story in which you’ll discover clever ways to trim costs and save some serious money. Now, who wouldn’t want to do that?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Of course, you’ll still want your guests to kick up their heels and have a great time so check out ten easy ways to make your celebration unforgettable in “Make It Fun!” (I’d love to be a guest at one of these weddings!).

 

 

 

 

 

 

And, if you’re about to register, take a look at some of the gorgeous gifts that await you in “Tasteful Trends” and get that scanner gun ready!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I know you’ll love the fashions in this issue. There’s something for every bride whether you want a sleek, chic number or prefer to rock an over-the-top gown with ruffles and flourishes galore:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And let’s not forget about the honeymoon (who could!). We’ll show you some luxe locations where some of your favorite reality TV shows were filmed and where you, too, can feel like a star:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We also have some fantastic resorts in the Caribbean…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

…as well as more exotic locales like Tahiti, Singapore and South Africa, where our very own Travel Editor, Jenna Mahoney, ventured for her honeymoon and loved every minute of it.

 

 

 

 

 

Well, I could go on and on about the adorable cake toppers, stunning blue-hued jewelry (a.k.a. Kate Middleton’s rock), eco-wedding tips and more but I will let you see for yourself and wish you all the best as you plan for the best day ever. Enjoy!