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So many wedding-planning books revolve around the bride — but it's the groom's day, too!

Picture this: Your wedding day has finally arrived, and you're at the reception, thanking everyone for sharing this special moment with you. A guest proposes a toast, except instead of concluding with raising his glass, he somehow ends up down on one knee, producing a box from his pocket. Shrieks ensue when he pops it open, and guests realize what's going on. Be honest — how would you react?

Hedwig, is that you? To Harry Potter fans' delight the world over, a wedding clip of a trained owl delivering a bride and groom's wedding rings to spectacular effect at a church ceremony is making the Internet rounds.

A moving photo of a Marine and his wife praying at their wedding went viral over Memorial Day Weekend, serving as a reminder of what the holiday is truly about: honoring the service men and women who sacrifice their lives for our freedom.

Finding the right song to sum up your father-daughter relationship is no easy feat — and for recent father-of-the-bride Jim Mickunas, a "dance" itself didn't seem to fit their relationship at all. 

One of the best books I can recommend for all of you about-to-be wed couples is The Marriage Book: Centuries of Advice, Inspiration, and Cautionary Tales from Adam and Eve to Zoloft

So many wedding-planning books revolve around the bride — but it's the groom's day, too!

Earlier this week, Free People, known for its bohemian hippy style, launched a bridal collection: FPEverAfter. Designed for the Coachella boho bride, the collection showcases easy breezy dresses with a '70s aesthetic. The price range is $700-$1600.  

Choosing your wedding music is no longer as simple as just deciding between a band or a DJ. From specialty performances to unique collaborations, Jim Eppolito of West Coast Music shares the biggest trends he's seeing right now: 

Q. "I plan on wearing a blusher veil and would like to know who should lift it — my dad or my fiancé?"

A. Good question. But first, a fun fact: The blusher veil dates back to ancient times when a bride would cover her face to ward off evil spirits, hide from kidnappers or prevent the groom from seeing her if it was an arranged marriage. Luckily, times have changed and wearing a blusher today is simply a style choice.