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Your fiancé popped the question… now it’s your turn! Your bridesmaids will be your biggest support system leading up to your wedding day, so why not make the most of asking them to join your bridal party? We turned to blogger Amanda S. Gluck (aka Fashionable Hostess) for some fun, creative ways to “propose” to your ‘maids. Here, her favorite ideas for asking the big question.

Attach tags that say “Cheers” to mini champagne bottles — you and your friends will be popping bottles in celebration in no time!

It's officially Bridal Fashion Week here in New York City, and we can't wait to share all of the designers' gorgeous new collections with you! Here's how to follow along at home:

When shopping for a wedding dress, there are many factors to consider, such as the silhouette, fabric, color, lace, length, price point, and so many more that we’ve barely scratched the surface. But what many brides fail to take into consideration are the many perks of short wedding dresses.

Photos courtesy of Elizabeth Smart; Ellis Bridals; Essense of Australia

Planning a wedding is no easy feat. But many couples get so wrapped up in the details and attempting to make everything perfect that they forget their vendors have gone through these same motions hundreds of times and can provide invaluable guidance. For example, after seeing a handful of wedding films and videography packages, you may think you know exactly what you need (and what you don't). However, here are five secrets your wedding cinematographer wishes you knew:

A fantastic book on entertaining and décor came across my desk recently. Designing Life’s Celebrations (Rizzoli New York, 2016, $50), by noted florist and event planner DeJuan Stroud, was co-written with his wife and business partner, Debra. It features gorgeous photographs by Monica Buck and is a great read for anyone who loves entertaining at home and appreciates the wow factor of a beautifully designed table. 

April showers don’t just bring May flowers — they also bring countless rainy days. Of course, it’s easy to stay in and waste away a cloudy, dreary day. Instead of being bored to tears, plan one of these 10 dates for a fun rainy day with your partner.

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Ten years ago, Kendra and Rob Thornton won a very special prize — they were named “America’s Most Romantic Couple” in Bridal Guide’s 2005/2006 Bride of the Year contest. As a result, the high school sweethearts won an incredible NYC wedding valued at nearly $100,000. 

The winning couple then and now:

Grab the tissues — this might just be the sweetest, most perfectly-timed proposal we've ever seen!

After Andrea Diaz received cochlear implants to restore her hearing, she was overwhelmed with emotion to hear herself and the voices of her loved ones properly for the first time. (Unlike a hearing aid, a cochlear implant is surgically implanted and bypasses damaged portions of the patient's ear, directly stimulating the auditory nerve.)

In our May/June 2016 issue, you’ll find fabulous fashions, inspiring reception ideas, expert planning advice, and the dreamiest honeymoons.

It’s your big day and your time to shine. What better way to do so than in a sparkling, glittering gown that will take you from ceremony to reception in true party style?

Engagement ring styles rise and fall in popularity year by year — take a look back at the top trends over the over the last century with this fun video from Mode!

Plus, check out this handy timeline with a breakdown of the featured rings: