by Philip B. Crook, Brides
Short, flirty, and fun, the season's most dance-friendly wedding dresses are guaranteed to get you-and everyone else-out on the floor. Monique Lhuillier's silk-faille fringe-trimmed dress with a tank neckline is an ideal option for any number of high-energy celebrations, whether you're marrying in the backyard (à la Drew Barrymore), in a nautical seaside yacht club, or in a traditional tented garden locale. Dance whenever, wherever on your wedding day-but dance in style!
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By BRIDES | Fashion – Thu, Jun 7, 2012 6:13 PM EDTCourtesy of Fairchild Archive, Sotheby's, Barrymore Wine, Yasu +Junko
by Philip B. Crook, Brides
After Drew Barrymore wed Will Kopelman in a vintage-inspired backyard ceremony at her home in Montecito, CA, the star needed only one word to describe how she felt: "The day was perfect," she told People. "Everyone we love and care about was there. It was as fun and meaningful as we ever could have hoped."
Related: Sexy Summer Wedding DressesPerfection for this pregnant third-time bride meant a custom Chanel wedding gown of pleated muslin and organza, which featured a delicate ruffle around the collar, a black satin belt at the waist, and a skirt adorned with tulle flowers and feathers. Barrymore complemented her Karl Lagerfeld-designed couture with more than 14 carats of diamonds, divided among her various Chanel Fine Jewelry baubles, including 1.42-carat Fil de Camelia earrings and a vintage Eventail cuff of white and black diamonds. For the ceremony, Barrymore carried a vibrant bouquet of pink peonies and roses designed by The Velvet
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By BRIDES | Love + Sex – Wed, Jun 6, 2012 4:57 PM EDTFairchild Archive
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Miley Cyrus got engaged to Aussie actor Liam Hemsworth on May 31 after three years of dating, according to People. No word yet on how The Hunger Games star proposed to Cyrus-but we do know he did it in style with a one-of-a-kind, 3.5-carat cushion-cut diamond engagement ring from Neil Lane.Related: 8 Ways to Make Your Engagement Ring Sparkle
The sparkler's hand-cut center stone dates back to the late 19th century and features a sprinkling of smaller diamonds set in an intricately carved 18-karat gold setting. "It's a contemporary design based on vintage aesthetics," Lane told People. "The light flashes and sparkles no matter where Miley moves her hand." The celebrity jeweler included that Hemsworth was very involved in the ring's design process and that the piece was finished only last week.Related: Sexy Summer Wedding Dresses
The couple, who met on the set of The Last Song, are parents to five dogs. Cyrus is currently working on a new
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Planning a wedding by the sea? Think ethereal gowns, rum-based cocktails, and lots of ombré pastels.
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By BRIDES | Fashion – Tue, Jun 5, 2012 4:45 PM EDTBridesGoing gold? Ditch the Donald Trump over-the-top take on precious metal and instead build a radiant, casual wedding that reflects a softer, understated side of your gilded style. Sarah Seven's strapless gold gown sets the tone for an effortlessly glamorous outdoor celebration (on the Cali coast, perhaps?), especially when matched with braided gold sandals and a vibrant bouquet of garden roses, geraniums, and dahlias. Check out the slideshow to see all of our picks for the perfect gold-inspired wedding.
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Decked in beads, sparkles, and sequins, these art deco showstoppers evoke the glamour of 1920s Hollywood.
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By BRIDES | Fashion – Mon, Jun 4, 2012 3:00 PM EDT
Channel Lady Mary in an empire waist with lace and beading. This elegant Downton Abbey-inspired wedding is brimming with sophistication.More from BRIDES:
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While Mad Men doesn't exactly write the book on maintaining a happy marriage (we're looking at you Don, Betty, Roger-and pretty much everyone else), as far as style goes, the show's sophisticated take on the sixties would make for a glamorous, retro-chic wedding.
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By BRIDES | Fashion – Thu, May 31, 2012 11:45 AM EDTPhotos: 2012 Zale Corporation, all rights reserved; Courtesty of De BeersAllison Bean, BRIDES
Your engagement ring and wedding band should complement one another without feeling too matchy-matchy. Here are ten pairings we think work well together and tips for picking your own unique combination.
Your Engagement Ring: Simple Solitaire
A solitaire engagement ring-whether the cut is princess, round, or emerald-is the most versatile style to match. While your bauble will look lovely alongside nearly any wedding band, we recommend pairing a simple solitaire with a thin pavé diamond band for an extra dose of sparkle.
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Your Engagement Ring: Pavé Band
If your engagement ring features an eternity or half-eternity diamond band, opt for a simple gem-free wedding band to let your sparkler take center stage.
Your Engagement Ring: Three-StonePair your three-stone engagement ring with a band featuring similarly cut gemstones.
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Read More »from Honeymoon like Mark ZuckerbergPhoto: Courtesy of Hassler Jacqueline Gifford, BRIDES
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his new bride, Priscilla Chan, could have gone anywhere in the world for their honeymoon (ah, the perks of being worth $17 billion). But to my surprise they chose a classic romance destination: Italy. If a couple is heading to Europe for a honeymoon they usually pick Italy, a carb and art lovers dream, with sexy cities like Venice and Florence, and sexy islands like Capri and Sicily.
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Mark and Priscilla kicked things off in Rome where they hit up all the major attractions: The Vatican's stunning Sistine Chapel (thank you, Michelangelo), the Trevi Fountain (toss in a coin and make a wish), and the Colosseum (gladiators, games, and fun). The pair reportedly stayed near the Spanish Steps at the super-mod Portrait Suites hotel. We'd bet money they took over the 860 square-foot penthouse, which comes with a living room, gym, private sauna, and a 24-hour concierge. Another fabulous
