3 Incredibly Gorgeous Edible Wedding Favors

Yum alert: Just take a look at the sweet treats that have landed on our desks in recent days, each a masterpiece of color, design and creativity. (Oh, and they taste amazing, too.) Prepare to drool.

henna inspired cookies
Crème Delicious “edible artistry” cookies with henna-inspired design, by Sandy Patangay, creme-delicious.com.

bridal bouquet cookie
One Tough Cookie ”bridal bouquet” butter cookies by Gail Dosik, onetoughcookienyc.com.

bedazzle my bonbons glitter dusted desserts
Bedazzle My Bonbons glitter-dusted “dessert and décor” truffles by Sasha Vincent, bedazzlemybonbons.com.

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Kiss May Lead to Marriage in Shocking New Art Exhibit

Can you recognize true love from just one kiss? At a new exhibit in the National Art Museum of Ukraine, five "sleeping beauties" have signed over their future to bet just that. In a modern reenactment of the classic fairytale, each woman takes turns sleeping on display (a total of two hours per day), allowing potential suitors to brush their lips against theirs.

But this isn’t just a peck-and-run — if a beauty opens her eyes during the smooch and awakens from her slumber, she must marry that person. Both parties sign a contract in advance, and contrary to other media reports, the kisser can be either male or female, as long as they’re single and over 18 years old. Visitors who are married or don’t wish to participate are permitted to observe, as long as they sign an agreement promising not to kiss.

UPDATE: "My inspiration for the exhibit was this idea of true love— the magic people feel between themselves, which sometimes ends up in making babies, which are the continuation of life. And if you really think about it, what else is more important than the continuity of life? I mean, everything else pales in comparison. The viewers take from it what they take," said the creator, Taras Polataiko, an Ukranian-Canadian artist.

DSW Releases Cinderella-Inspired Shoes

Cinderella's glass slipper is easily the most iconinc Disney shoe of all time, and it's certainly having its moment in the spotlight right now in anticipation of the Cinderella Diamond Edition, which hits stores on October 2 and marks the first time the classic movie is being released on Blu-ray. 

Earlier this summer, designer Christian Loubouton unveiled a "Cinderella" shoe, and now, DSW has revealed their more budget-friendly Glass Slipper Collection inspired by Cinderella.dsw cinderella glass slipper collection

These limited-edition shoes will be available in DSW stores and on dsw.com starting on October 1 and will cost between $59.95 and $89.95. Each shoe features an embossed carriage logo and a signature blue jewel on the sole.

“The inspiration for the line came from the vision of Disney artist Mary Blair’s original art for the film,” said Debbie Ferrée, Vice Chairman and Chief Merchandising Officer for DSW, in a release. “We took a close look at the film’s aesthetic details—the rich textures and fabric, the beautiful blue in Cinderella’s dress—even the French rococo-inspired scenery. Every little whimsical touch featured in the footwear collection came right out of the film.”

Find out more about the shoes in this behind-the-scenes video!

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Tip of the Day: Let each of your bridesmaids know just how special she is by customizing their gifts. A hidden message transforms a simple present into an extra-special keepsake! Personalize it even further by purchasing different variations of the same item to reflect all of their different personalities and styles.

Plus, check out more bridesmaid gift ideas.

5 Most Popular Honeymoon Destinations

With so many luxe resorts, romantic islands, and beautiful cities across the globe, narrowing down the endless options to find the perfect location for your honeymoon can be a real challenge. Get some inspiration with these popular honeymoon destinations, according to research conducted by  SmugMug, a photo-sharing and storing site. Whether you're dreaming about relaxing on a pristine beach or exploring an enchanting city, there's something for everyone. Take a look!  

10 Songs That Belong on Your "Do Not Play" List

Each week, we feature music recommendations from Scratch Weddings, the nation's leader with the best wedding DJs at affordable prices. This week's post comes from DJ Jon Blak, whose client list includes Beyonce, Jay Z, Jermaine Dupri and Ryan Leslie. He describes his style as "retro/future”, a seamless blend of old and new that translates well to wedding guests of all ages. "I love the challenge of crossing genres and generations and playing a diverse mix that's totally seamless. At the end a wedding, I'd like the bride and the groom to be exhausted from dancing!" Jon is known infusing any event with energy and cool, while always keeping the client's musical preferences front and center in his music selection.

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Photo Credit: Jayd Gardina Photography

Weddings are a time to revel in the celebration of newly sealed nuptials. No couple wants this mood interrupted by a cheesy wedding song. These songs can disrupt the flow of the dance floor or, even worse, completely empty it.

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