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Matthew Krivohlavy, currently deployed overseas, couldn't attend his brother's wedding in Austin, Texas last weekend, so the Marine pilot did the next best thing -- he taped a video "toast" from the cockpit of his Harrier jet!

Groom Brandon Krivohlavy posted the video on Reddit a few days ago, and so far, it's garnered over a thousand comments. He played the footage at the ceremony, and "everyone in the room was either crying or completely speechless. It was a very moving moment for everyone there," he wrote.

Related: How to Giving an Amazing Wedding Speech

Unfortunately, the YouTube video has since been taken down, but not before The Daily Mail in the U.K. took the following screen grabs that show how the story unfolded. Like any fabulous wedding toast, he mentioned how special both the groom and bride (Mandy Takacs) are to him, poked fun at his sibling, and offered memorable wedding advice. Just how memorable? Daily Mail reports that at the end of the video, when he

After meeting and falling in love in college, Jaquie, a Harry Potter fanatic, introduced Rachel to the wonderful wizarding world through endless movie marathons. When Rachel decided to propose, she knew she wanted to incorporate Jaquie's love of Harry Potter in the proposal. She came up with the idea to present Jaquie with a Quidditch set, where the Golden Snitch would open to reveal the engagement ring. Anthony Albano of CustomMade (remember the epic Star Wars engagement ring they created?) brought her vision to life by designing the incredible Quidditch set!

More from Bridal Guide:
Amazing Harry Potter Theme Weddings
Harry Potter Engagement Photos!
Hunger Games-Inspired Wedding Ideas
Wizard of Oz Theme Wedding

By Kristen O'Gorman Klein

Bledel and Kartheiser in Mad MenTheir on-screen affair didn't last, but the pair found real-life romance after meeting on set last year. A friend revealed to Us Weekly: "Vincent proposed a few weeks ago. She's been wearing her ring. It's huge!"

On the show, Bledel plays the role of Kartheiser's mistress. But she assures fans that he's nothing like his creepy character, Pete: "He's light and funny and has lots of energy on set. He keeps everybody energized as well. Very, very different than Pete," she told AMCtv.com.

First spotted kissing on a plane last summer, they attended Bledel's Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants co-star Amber Tamblyn's wedding together in the fall. According to Hollywood Life, Kartheiser told pals at the wedding that he was hoping to propose to Bledel soon. "He was saying they might elope and do parties in New York, LA, and her hometown, Houston," the source revealed.

Congratulations to the happy couple

Did you know that March 20th is National Proposal Day? According to proposalday.com and alleged founder John Michael O'Loughlin, the holiday is an incentive for single couples to "open the door to a discussion that could further their relationship towards wedded bliss..." It coincides with the Vernal Equinox, when day and night are of equal length worldwide, representing the union of a successful marriage.

Wacky origins aside, we're celebrating by taking a look at heartwarming proposals caught on camera that make us want to get engaged all over again, starting with a "breaking news" announcement that went viral this week.

Breaking News

Vince Ramos conspired with producers at WZDX-TV in Huntsville, Alabama, for his girlfriend Jillian Pavlica to read her own proposal off the teleprompter! The newscast ends with a weather forecast predicting "a hundred percent chance of tears of joy tonight."

In honor of St. Patrick's Day, here are some of our favorite ways to honor your Irish heritage in your wedding day.
Claddagh ring

Claddagh Ring
The claddagh ring is one of the most well-known Irish wedding traditions. Typically passed down from mother to daughter or grandmother to granddaughter, the ring represents love, friendship, and loyalty. Single ladies wear the ring on their right hand with the point of the heart facing the fingertip. When in a relationship, the ring is flipped around so that the point faces the wrist, symbolizing that her heart has been captured. And when the woman becomes engaged, the ring is moved over to her left hand, with the point of the heart facing the fingertips. The ring is flipped around at the wedding. You can also incorporate the claddagh in your invitations:

Choose Your Date Wisely
In ancient times, Irish couples were cautioned against marrying between May and August - the busiest time in Irish life. As the saying goes,

"Marry when

While we recognize that it's a growing trend to buy your wedding gown online, there are still some serious concerns that you must consider first. Here, we break it down:

1. If the Price Seems Too Good to Be True, Then it Is
Some online retailers claim to be selling you a designer wedding gown for 50% or more off the retail price. They might even be showing you the same photographs you see on the designer's website or in our gown gallery, leading you into a false sense of security. But what you don't know is that more often than not, these photographs are being used without permission, and the dress you'll receive - if you ever receive it - will be a cheap knockoff version of the gown you fell in love with. Think stiff, itchy fabrics, uneven seams, and unflattering cuts.

2. Always Check the Designer's Site Before Making a Purchase
On every wedding gown designer's website, you'll find a list of authorized retailers. These are the only stores permitted to distribute

Happy birthday, Barbie! In honor of the beloved doll's 54th, we decided to take a look back at all of the bridal Barbies that have been released over the years. Here, check out some of our favorites.

More from Bridal Guide:
Barbie & Ken's Wedding Album!
The Most Incredible Wedding Photos
Real Couples' Favorite Wedding-Day Moments
Avoid the Seven Deadly Bridal Sins
Get Wedding Ideas by Color

By Kristen O'Gorman Klein

In honor of Oz the Great and Powerful, which hits theaters on Friday, take a look at Anna and Brandon's beautiful wedding held at the Land of Oz, a mostly-defunct Wizard of Oz theme park in North Carolina.

By: Kristen O'Gorman Klein