February 13th

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Tip of the Day: Bridesmaids, don't do anything at the bachelorette party that might humiliate the guest of honor, even if you think it's hilarious. One prime example: A "She Could Have Married This Guy" slideshow with photos of all her ex-boyfriends or a speech detailing why each one was a loser. Even if you know she'll laugh it off, some of her other friends or the groom's sisters (if he has any) might be offended. Instead, create a slideshow with photos of fake celeb exes (like Ryan Gosling, pictured above), and explain why her groom is a much better fit.

 

Damianou, Style 1692

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Why moms love it: Constructed from scalloped metallic yarn, this airy dress would feel right at home in a seaside bash. The cut of the jacket is very flattering on the body and looks especially good from behind. "This dress is great for women who are thick in the middle or are top heavy."

Best for: Plus sizes and misses sizes.

Where to buy it: Visit damianouny.com for more info.

Rina di Montella, Style 1206

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Why moms love it: The beading on this soft taffeta gown is exceptional—it resembles a corset shape, creating the illusion of a smaller waist. Also, this is one of the few gowns that comes with both a bolero jacket and a shawl. Available in many different color combinations.

Best for: Plus sizes and misses sizes.

Where to buy it: Visit rinadimontella.com for more info.

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Top-Selling Mother of the Bride Dresses

Mothers of the bride and groom, this is the second-most important outfit you'll ever wear (after your own wedding gown, of course). Every day, moms come to my store and tell me that they "don't want to look matronly." Their voices are almost pleading for help and they have a look of desperation in their eyes that can only be compared to that of someone being held hostage.
 

The good news: Thanks to the incredible diversity of dress styles, sizes, and fabrics, moms have more options than ever before. To help make the vetting process easier, I've selected dresses to make you look (and feel) like a million bucks at your child’s wedding! Find out what makes each one a standout with my customers and which styles are best suited for your body type.

By: Terrie Martin

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How to Get the Most Out of Your Makeup Trial

Even though you may have mastered the art of applying your own makeup, you might not be translating your style accurately when it comes to your makeup trial. Getting across the look you like to the experts can be tricky! We sat down with Kimara Ahnert, of Kimara Ahnert Makeup & Skincare Studio in NYC, to learn how to make the most of your makeup trial — and how to avoid the most common makeup trial mistakes.

1. Be Specific
“You may say natural but want false individual lashes at the same time,” says Upper East Side’s favorite makeup artist, Kimara Ahnert. Rather than describing what you want as “smoky” or “natural” and using words that might be interpreted differently by the expert, you should start by telling the artist which features you want to accentuate and/or play down. For example, you can say that you want your eyes to pop, and she may recommend a more dramatic eye and neutral face and lips. Try to be as specific as possible in your verbal descriptions.

2. Bring the Goods
Provide as many props and visuals as possible, including makeup products you love, as well as magazine tearouts of your favorite looks. Better yet, Kimara gives this recommendation: “Apply your own makeup like you would for going out and wear it to your trial. It is the best way for me to see what you usually do and improve upon it.”

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