It's all about expecting the unexpected! More and more brides are looking for modern spins on tried-and-true traditions.
Bridesmaids, the hilarious movie from Knocked Up producer Judd Apatow starring SNL breakouts Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph, is now available on DVD/Blu-ray! Here, our top five reasons why you should watch this movie with your bridal party.
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You'll Get Ideas for the Bachelorette Party
Rita: What are we doing for the bachelorette party?
Becca: What about like, a princess theme?
Helen: Versace meets The Gold Rush.
Rita: I'm thinking tanned gentlemen that swallow fire and wear sarongs.
Megan: Female fight club. We grease up - surprise! Beat the crap out of her.
Rita: I don't hate it—
Helen: Vegas it is.
When it comes to describing the most romantic beach, we’ve found there’s no single perfect setting.
Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
Since my recently-engaged sister is planning a New Jersey wedding from Virginia, my mom and I decided to attend a bridal show yesterday at The Imperia in Somerset, NJ, a venue she's interested in visiting. My mom and I are old pros at bridal shows now after attending several during my planning process. Here, our top tips for getting the most out of a show:
Choose Your Show Wisely
There are basically two types of shows: large expos held in convention centers, and smaller, localized shows held in wedding venues. Both have their pros and cons. At a larger convention-type show, you'll encounter many more vendors. I think expos are best if you're just starting out with the planning process, since there's such a plethora of information.
This season designers looked to classic Hollywood for inspiration. Adding a fresh spin to the high shine glamour of yester-year, designers added modern architectural lines and clean finishes giving the impeccable style of the 40's screen siren a modern update.
Beauty Tip: The perfect counterpoint to the impeccable look of these clean designs would be a loose natural updo with great texture.
—Naima DiFranco
Crafting a standout maid of honor speech is often seen as both an honor and a challenge.
What city boasts cutting edge cuisine, iconic art and architecture, and the latest shopping and cultural experiences that will delight even the most worldly traveler?
I’m currently partaking in a great debate (with myself) over whether I should step out in a vibrant stiletto or stick with a sensible shoe on my wedding day. I am absolutely torn!
My inner fashionista is screaming, “Go bold or go home!” I’ve been drooling over the Manolo Blahnik ‘Hangis’ Jeweled Pump, now available in FUCHSIA, since seeing them in the first Sex and the City movie.
However, as my wedding day approaches, I find myself gravitating towards a more neutral shoe with a lower heel. I will be on my feet for over eight hours…What’s a girl to do?
BG readers, help me decide: Leave a comment below saying which shoe I should choose!
(Note: Sorry, I could only find a photo in the violet color. Make pretend that these are ivory, instead.)
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