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Searching for some ideas for your big day? These themes will serve as major inspiration for weddings this year!

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I’m sorry I haven’t written or updated in a few months; life most definitely got in the way. But in the few months leading up the big day, my road to weight loss continued and was a success. I am proud to say that on my wedding day, I weighed 155 pounds, was the healthiest I’ve been in my whole life, felt toned and fit, and looked exactly the way I wanted to look on one of the happiest days of my life.

Welcome to our latest installment of "Ask the Experts," where our contributor team of wedding planners solves readers' most pressing wedding-planning dilemmas! This week, Lindsey Nickel from Lovely Day Events and Lisa Gorjestani from Details Event Planning offer helpful pointers on how to negotiate with vendors. Do you have a question that you'd like to submit?

You only have 365 dates to choose from when planning your big day (obviously), so chances are, your wedding could coincide with someone else's major milestone. Whether it's your bestie's birthday, your grandparents' anniversary, or your cousin's recent engagement, make time to celebrate those special moments of your nearest and dearest! Here are seven ways you can show them how much you care.

Choosing a wedding band can seem less important than finding the right dress, but you'll be wearing this fashion piece for years to come. Comfort, style, and compatibility are all factors to consider when ring shopping. We got the scoop from Yehouda Saketkhou, the CEO of Yael Designs, on how to find the perfect complement to your engagement ring:

You've probably got your walk down the aisle covered — the song that will be playing, the order of the processional, even the person who will walk you toward your beloved. But have you thought about your trip back up the aisle? Well, once you seal your newlywed status with a kiss, it's important to start your happily ever after (oh, and your reception) off in style. Not sure what to do for your big exit? Here are seven spectacular ways to shut down the ceremony.

A little bit of snow can add such a magical effect. Here, check out some of our favorite snowy wedding photos.

Photo Credit: Rebekah J. Murray

Many brides choose to plan their wedding in gorgeous outdoor locations — after all, countryside nuptials have irresistible appeal. Who wouldn’t want to dance the night away under the stars? But planning a Western-themed wedding comes with its own unique considerations; here are ten things to keep in mind throughout the planning process:

Bachelorette fans, the wait is over! Desiree Hartsock married Chris Siegfried on January 18th in an intimate ceremony at Rancho Palos Verdes, California, and Us Weekly has exclusive photos. During an interview with Bridal Guide last March, the fashion designer hinted that by her definition, lace paired with bling "is the perfect combination of glamour and romance." Her ceremony and reception dresses were even more stunning than we could have envisioned.