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Ah, summer…blue skies, sunny days and warmer temps… and the time of year when I like to switch from sipping merlots and pinot noirs to cooler, lighter and crisper wines. This season you’ll find a variety of sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio and rosé wines to enjoy at your many wedding festivities — and all at incredibly affordable prices. Salud! 

Gorgeous gowns, expert beauty advice, dreamy honeymoons and fabulous gift ideas — our September/October issue has it all! 

On the flip side of the magazine, you’ll find a special “Your Home” section with a chance to win the amazing JCPenney products featured on the cover, plus a honeymoon in Italy.

We were recently honored to be a part of the judging panel for the fifth annual bridal gown design competition from New York City’s High School of Fashion Industries (HSFI) in partnership with Kleinfeld Bridal. These amazingly talented students, all from the junior class, created gorgeous gowns showcasing their creativity and design skills.

From patriotic engagement photos to real weddings, Independence Day is full of gorgeous wedding inspiration. In honor of the fourth, here are some of our favorite ideas!

Exciting news in the bridal world: World renowned fashion designers Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren (a.k.a. Viktor & Rolf) are teaming up with award-winning bridal designer Justin Alexander to produce a thrilling bridal fashion collaboration: Viktor&Rolf Mariage.

Every couple is bound to have a stress-induced meltdown — OK, maybe a few — while planning their nuptials. However, these wedding horror stories that planners and other vendors shared in a recent Reddit thread might just take the cake. From Yelp blackmail to road rage, you won't believe these cringe-worthy tales! (P.S. They also prove that the parents of the bride and groom can be just as guilty of overreacting, too.)

When it comes to designing your bridal bouquet, you have more decisions to make than just the flowers and colors — you also need to choose a shape! That's why our friends at Fairmont put together this detailed infographic to help you find the perfect fit for your big day. Take a look:

Pinterest is not only the holy grail of wedding inspiration, but with over 100 million active users, it also offers a fascinating glimpse into user behavior. In honor of the one-year anniversary of marriage equality, they've released a list of the most popular wedding ideas on their site, along with data on up-and-coming trends. Here's what's resonating with brides across the country:

Photo courtesy of Engaging Papers

Wedding bands have come a long way since your parents got married. Today, great bands conquer all genres of music, from the latest pop hits to the golden oldies. Inspired, personalized live music adds a level of excitement to your wedding that generates unforgettable moments. Unfortunately, lingering perceptions about the entertainment of yesteryear can cloud the judgment of brides making decisions in the here and now. Cutting through the misinformation can help lead to some pleasantly surprising discoveries of outstanding musical options for your own wedding.