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The

color issue

in every issue Steal Our Cover Style

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Behind the scenes at our shoot.

The Latest From Bridal Fashion Week

71

The hottest new gowns, bridesmaid dresses and accessories straight from the runways.

Plus, Jacqueline Nwobu’s fashion favorites.

Wish List

114

Our absolute favorite engagement rings, fragrances, bold wedding heels and more.

146

By the Numbers

Fun (and surprising) facts about wedding colors.

Your Photos

148

Instagram shots of stunning engagement rings.

The Big Question

150

White vs. ivory wedding dresses.

What to Wear to

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Attire options for a vineyard, city hall and more.

Look of the Moment

162

Return to Edwardian-era elegance for your wedding day.

The New Updos

292

Fresh takes on three classic styles to fit your bridal fashion.

Ivory or white—which is best? 150

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168 style stalker

In every issue Carley’s Letter

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So many color choices.

Contributors

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The talented pros who made this issue possible.

The Social Club

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Tweet, post and pin us.

Etiquette Q&A

56

Ask Carley: color help, parental drama and more.

Notebook News

99

White cakes, sparkling rosé, yellow diamonds, plus wedding day greenery.

Gotta Have It

164

Steal the look of these real couples’ fun details.

Editor’s Picks

166

What’s new and hot right now.

Real Style

168

Get day-of inspiration from these stylish brides.

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Beauty Buzz

Color Report

Bold brows, tools for perfect curls and more.

184

Cornflower, daisy and violet—take your pick!

Last Look

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One couple’s spontaneous final shot.

organic chic

bold preppy

neutral elegance

modern glamour

Celadon and sand evoke beachy calm, 264

Red and cream—a classic combination, 252

Apricot and wheat let the details shine, 246

Silver and purple— pure elegance, 258

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wedding style 10 Smart Ways to Save

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Ideas for keeping your budget in check.

Ace Your Wedding Lighting

208

A pro’s tips for lighting your wedding.

Artistic Terrain

210

Earthy details are glamorous and elegant.

Color Rules

216

Easy tips for picking your wedding palette.

Styling With Colors

224

Choosing the right combos to fit your theme.

Ultimate Flower Guide The definitive guide by shade.

Real Weddings

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Get inspired by these nuptials.

Married Around the World

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One couple, a van and lots of weddings.

fashion Something Blue

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Soft, pale blue is a wedding go-to.

Romance Language

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Enchanting details make the gown.

Flatter Your Maids

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Dresses your bridesmaids will look great in.

Bridesmaid dresses in the hottest hues, 80

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flowers by color

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honeymoon trends

registry Setting a Mood

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China patterns to suit your personal style.

honeymoons Colorful Vacations

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A spectrum of choices for the ideal honeymoon.

Honeymoon Trends

490

Travel like a TV star, hot new hotels and more.

Real Honeymoons

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New Orleans–Honduras cruise, Costa Rica and Southeast Asia.

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CARLEY’S LETTER

so many choices One of the biggest decisions you’re going to make is what colors you’ll use. Sounds simple, right? In a way it is—just open up your closet. What color are most of your clothes? Or take a look at the smartphone case you picked out or the paint color in your bedroom. But here’s where it gets tricky: Maybe everything in your closet is black; well, that’s not a typical wedding color (though, trust me, it can be superchic and completely un-Goth too). Or perhaps you love green, but there are about a billion shades and maybe 10 million of them would be pretty scary on a cake.

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We asked one of our friends at Pantone (the company basically standardized shades for printers and has done tons of research on hues) to lead the way in “Color Rules” (p. 216). Once you’re set on a palette, check out our “Ultimate Flower Guide” (p. 233) to see if your preferred blooms come in the shades you like.

Get a complete color lesson in “Styling With Colors” (p. 224). One of our favorite combos is pomegranate and honey. See how Lynn Easton Andrews and her crew worked them together beautifully in “Artistic Terrain” (p. 210), shot at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards—a gorgeous winery wedding venue in Virginia.

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lynn easton andrews You can count on Lynn Easton Andrews—founder of Easton Events and owner of Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards—to create exceptionally pretty weddings. While she thinks “there really isn’t one” universally pleasing color for brides, Andrews is always ready with “a trove of ribbon” for any last-minute color adjustments. See her work in “Artistic Terrain” (p. 210).

leatrice eiseman We knew Leatrice Eiseman’s was the brain to pick for our “Color Rules” story (p. 216) for several reasons: She is the executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, her color concepts have been described as top in the field, and most important, she is a color fanatic, who has guided her mother’s decoration decisions ever since she was eight years old.

ira levy Premier lighting designer Ira Levy may not have become a doctor as his parents had wished, but his famously elegant work has more than made up for the initial disappointment. Because Levy and his team “get it right every time,” we figured he’d be the right person to dish on “How to Ace Your Wedding Lighting” (p. 208).

jacqueline nwobu Here’s a woman with a vision. Seeing “the need to create a wedding publication for women of color,” Jacqueline Nwobu ignored the fact that she knew nothing about publishing, left her career as a scientist and launched Munaluchi Bride in 2010. The Knot was excited to team up with Nwobu for “Munaluchi’s Fashion Favorites” (p. 92).

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To Devon Jarvis, developing prints for the first time was like witnessing magic. By the end of high school, he realized that his interest in photography could actually become a career. Jarvis, who describes his style as direct and simple, enjoys taking objects out of their context.

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but I’m getting married in a church. I’m

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White-on-white cakes are right on trend. They're simple, elegant and unmistakably bridal. Sugar lace details and piping add texture and depth, says Julian C. Payraudeau of La Promenade, a caterer and custom-cake specialist in New Jersey. >>

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Modern and elegant champagne flutes by Luigi Bormioli and Riedel

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Wise and funny marriage tips

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f orever pink Wedding planner Ivy Robinson of Ivy Robinson Weddings & Events in North Carolina gives us five reasons why pink will never go out of style. 1 Considered “the color of love,” pink has always been and will always be one of the most popular wedding colors. 2 It has lots of personalities— from timeless and romantic to bold, flirty and fun. 3 Its monochromatic scheme can go from soft blush to hot pink.

4 Given the range of tones and styles, pink works in any wedding element, such as bouquets, stationery and specialty drinks. 5 Pink is perfect for bridesmaid dresses. There's a shade that will flatter everyone. (Need proof? Check out the “Best Bridesmaid Dresses” on p. 80). >>

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Sparkling rosé is giving champagne a run for its money as the hottest celebratory drink right now. Celebrity wedding planner Brian Worley says sparkling rosé is great for weddings—it’s just as bubbly as champagne, and because the drink is pink, it’s even more festive. Of all the options out there, we particularly love the subtle yet lingering hints of red-berry fruit in Santa Margherita sparkling rosé ($24, TerlatoWines.com), the full-bodied notes of peach in the elegant and complex Domaine Carneros brut rosé ($36, DomaineCarneros.com) and the slight hint of pepper in the lively and intense Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial ($50, Sherry-Lehmann.com).

FINALLY SOMETHING YOU CAN BOTH AGREE ON. It’s hard to agree on everything when planning a wedding except, of course, when it comes to registering for Riedel wine glasses. Go to RIEDEL.COM for a collection that keeps you and yours in perfect harmony.

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b ring in the greens You don’t need an outdoor wedding to incorporate nature in a big way. Los Angeles– and New York City–based celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss says succulents and leafy plants are right on trend (emerald green is the Pantone Color of the Year after all). Not only does greenery generally cost less than flowers, but it also can be just as fabulous in rustic, vintage or eco-friendly weddings as it is in classic, elegant ones. Weiss once covered a 16-foot bar with wheatgrass and put a beer “garden” on top. While succulents can make your décor look unexpected and impressive, there are certain varieties that can dry out or wilt in the sun easily. So before you decide on anything, remember to consult a florist to figure out which type of natural greens works best at your venue, says Weiss.

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Want a bit of history but don’t want to look outdated? There’s a place to get your “something old” and “something new” in each piece of jewelry. Rue de la Marguerite (RueDeLaMarguerite.com) has an amazing collection of upcycled items—antique components and family heirlooms, such as vintage brooches, partially exposed vintage watch gears and stripped down typewriter parts—treated to make them modern and wearable. So how is that done? Think: chain, wire-wrapped semiprecious stones and African trade beads.

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We know how planning a wedding can be daunting sometimes, especially when terms like MOG (mother of the groom) or FOB (father of the bride) seem like they come from a different world. Learn how to speak wedding with these 50 stylish flash cards. They’re easy to use. Simply look for the vocab on one side of the card, then flip over for the definition, usage, pronunciation and other helpful info (yes, it’s like SAT prep but fun and pretty). Just remember: Not everyone may get why you’re so happy about sending hundreds of STDs on time.

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yarn-wrapped bottles Looking for an easy DIY idea to show off your handy skills?

We spotted this craft in Handmade Weddings (Chronicle Books), by DIY experts Eunice Moyle, Sabrina Moyle and Shana Faust.

They’re fun and easy to make.

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Step 1 Apply double-sided tape over any curvy portions (like the neck) of the bottle you’d like to cover.

Step 2 Starting from either the lip or the base, attach the end of your yarn to the bottle with a small piece of doublesided tape, slightly below (the lip) or above (the base) where you want the yarn coil to begin.

Step 3 Wrap the yarn around the bottle (over the taped end), progressing in tight, even coils.

Step 4 When you are about half an inch from where you want the yarn to stop, apply a small piece of the tape to the stopping point. Wrap to there, trim the yarn and smooth the loose end down onto the tape.

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(OPTIONAL) If you would like to include a bow, begin wrapping from the base of the bottle. Apply double-sided tape to the spot where you want the bow and press the yarn down to secure it. Trim, leaving about 10 inches of yarn hanging. With a new piece of yarn, begin wrapping from the lip of the bottle. Stop when you reach the first loose end. Apply a bit of the tape beside it. Press the second strand of yarn down on the tape and trim to leave about 10 inches of yarn hanging.

Tie the two loose ends together in a bow and trim with scissors.

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dresses under $1,000

traditional

Sometimes, simple is really the best when you have a figure-flattering gown that hugs you in all the right places. $699, AlfredAngelo.com

glam

There's no need for much jewelry when you're wearing a gown with a crystal illusion neckline. $890, MoonlightBridal.com

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Show off your curves in a beautiful mermaid-style dress—one in elaborate lace will really wow. $899, SincerityBridal.com

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This column gown with a bejeweled waist only looks expensive, plus a draped cowl neckline makes it subtly sexy. $795, AnnTaylor.com

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Eat the right foods to beat wedding stress and pump up your energy throughout the day.

Famous for her bridal fashion, Vera is designing rings too. VeraWang.com

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Loved by Emma Stone and Victoria Beckham, Brian Atwood launches 13 amazing styles. BrianAtwood.com

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British Colonial style meets bamboo, mirrored top and an antique finish; this is hybrid design at its best. Brass “Bamboo” console, $669, NeimanMarcus.com

artistic outburst

An abstract piece of decoration quickly jazzes up your home.

Brass Kaleidoscope, 6-inch, $1,595, KellyWearstler.com

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A sleek receptacle for toothbrushes with a metallic edge.

Threshold brass toothbrush holder, $10, Target.com

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Extremely lightweight, it’s as easy to use as it is good looking. Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe vacuum, $199, Kohls.com

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Enjoy a cup of coffee (or two) and imagine yourself in the City of Light.

Eileen French-press coffeemaker, $60, Bodum.com

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1 While it may be as addictive as candy, this fragrance is pure sophistication. Prada Candy L’eau, $68 for 1.7 oz., NeimanMarcus.com 2 The orange-blossom essence takes you back to childhood summers. Orange Blossom cologne, $115 for 100 ml, JoMalone .com 3 This scent layers velvety wood, floral and musk. Romance eau de toilette, $48 for 1 oz., RalphLauren.com 4 Wearing this perfume is like spritzing on a bouquet of florals. Narciso Rodriguez for Her L’eau eau de toilette, $77 for 1.6 oz., SaksFifthAvenue .com 5 This fragrance slowly unfolds—and the bottle itself is beautiful. Valentina Assoluto eau de parfum, $117 for 2.7 oz., NeimanMarcus.com 6 Although this fragrance is rose-rich, the scent itself is light. Especially Escada Delicate Notes eau de toilette, $60 for 1.7 oz., Ulta.com 7 Stephanotis, the “bridal veil” flower, is at the heart of this scent.

Something Blue eau de parfum, $85 for 1.7 oz., OscardelaRenta.com >>

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1 Asymmetrical straps with snakeskin floral details make these raspberry-hued heels sassy yet sweet. $995, JimmyChoo.com 2 A bold red peep-toe can look playful when dressed up with an oversize bow. $69, NinaShoes.com 3 Sexy straps and strategic cutouts give these black velvety heels that extra va-va-voom factor. $795, MoniqueLhuillier.com 4 A strappy navy shoe with ombré rhinestones can be your special and sparkly “something blue” on your wedding day. $99, BetseyJohnson.com 5 As if a rich amethyst satin stiletto wasn’t glamorous enough, these shoes have a cluster of Deco crystals above the heel. $245, BadgleyMischka.com >>

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From $2,500 for 100, CeciNewYork.com 4 This pretty invitation comes wrapped with a satin ribbon. $312 for 100, SmittenonPaper.com 5 Oscar de la Renta steals our hearts with this elaborate lace invitation. From $100 for 100, PaperlessPost.com

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A traditional black threepiece tuxedo is a foolproof option. Shiny black patentleather shoes and polished silver accessories are the way to go. Black by Vera Wang tuxedo, price upon request, MensWearhouse.com; watch, $2,300, SeikoUSA.com; cuff links, $133, BuyAMT.com; patent shoes, $595, BrooksBrothers.com >>

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Accent the details with silver and sparkly accessories for a luxe look. Gown, $1,199, AlfredAngelo.com; earrings, $35, AnnTaylor.com; clutch, $210, LorraineTyne.com; shoes, $1,285, StuartWeitzman.com

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No rule book says you’re required to wear a tux for the wedding. Try a lightweight suit with a patterned shirt or tie to make it your own. Suit, $995, tie, $95, pocket square, $45, TedBakerLondon.com; shirt, $185, ThomasPink.com; belt, $43, PerryEllis.com; tassel loafer, $1,350, Zegna.com; watch, $13,950, Baume-Et-Mercier.com >>

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A sleek gray suit feels casually dressed up, which matches the intimate yet minimalist vibe of this type of wedding.

Richard James suit, $1,050, MrPorter.com; shirt, $90, MassimoDutti.com; tie, $150, Olch.com; shoes, $750, JimmyChoo.com; glasses, $270, PaulSmith.co.uk; watch, $700, MarvinWatches.com >>

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A knee-length dress with unique details like floral cutouts complements the modern feel. Dress, $350, Watters.com; shoes, $250, BCBG.com; clutch, $1,190, OscardelaRenta.com; bracelet, $125, HamiltonJewelers.com

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A beautiful cotton-lace gown is a must-have for a romantic, rustic wedding.

Heirloom-like accessories complete the look. Gown, $3,747, JustinAlexanderBridal .com; bracelet, $14,000, EricaCourtney.com; Something Bleu shoes, $330, BHLDN.com; earrings, $525, MiriamHaskell.com

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Nothing speaks to a vineyard venue more than a brown tweed suit. Pair it with textured accessories, a striped bow tie and eye-catching cuff links to play up the vintage feel. Suit, $2,295, BillyReid.com; shirt, $99, BananaRepublic.com; bow tie, $110, pocket square, $60, Olch.com; leather shoes, $450, JohnVarvatos.com; cuff links, $95, BrooksBrothers .com; belt, $805, BrunelloCucinelli.com

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helpful spool Need something cute and handy to tie up boxes of baked treats, add a favor tag or anchor helium-filled balloons? Grab a spool of baker’s twine, sold in different colors. Baker’s twine, $18 per roll, TheKnotShop.com

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retro display Add an element of surprise to your wedding by securing your escort cards with mismatched drawer knobs. Various options, from $8, Anthropologie.com

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simply fetching This is the perfect DIY project because you only need to make one or two. Just add ribbon and buff the silver to a high shine using a soft cotton cloth. Pail, $3, ContainerStore.com

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Aside from shielding your guests from the sun and doubling as favors, paper parasols, available in a wide range of colors, can add cheer to the ceremony’s décor. Parasol, $9, TheKnotShop.com

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An unconventional bride, Belinda knew she wanted an edgy wedding gown but was looking for one that would still allow her to “feel like me.” True to her ways, she let her fiancé choose the silhouette of the gown—his request was a slim-fitting dress—and fell in love at first sight with, not a white, but a blush Vera Wang dress. She was concerned that the exposed boning would be a bit too out-there even for her, so she softened the look by adding a simple rhinestone belt. >>

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Amber found her bridal inspiration from Kate Moss’s whimsical English-countryside wedding. She loved the romantic style of the wedding and, to echo that element, wore a delicate formfitting gown with long lace sleeves that was custom-made. She topped her ethereal look with a colorful floral crown that matched her overgrown bouquet for a feminine yet slightly wild-child feel. She kept her hair natural with loose waves and added subtle cat-eye makeup for some playful drama.

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A yellow base enhances your golden coloring.

Shiseido Urban Environment Tinted UV Protector, $30, Sephora.com

Metallics bring out the glow in your skin. Pure Color Gelée Powder EyeShadow in Cyber Copper, $24, EsteeLauder.com

Subtle specks of gold give off a radiant glow.

Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Blush in First Kiss, $26, Sephora.com

A glossy pink adds just the right amount of color. Rouge Coco Shine Hydrating Sheer Lipshine in Saga, $34, Chanel.com

A red-based foundation gives a natural coverage. Skin Tone Evener BB Crème SPF 15 in Earth Deep, $20, ImanCosmetics.com

Shimmery gold adds sparkle to your eyes. Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo Metal 24HR Cream Gel Shadow in Barely Branded, $7, CVS.com

A darker blush in deep burgundy won’t look too heavy on your skin.

Illamasqua Cream Blusher in Brazen, $26, Sephora.com

You’ll want to go with a toasty nude hue on your lips for a nice shine. Ceramide Ultra Lipstick in Sugar, $23, ElizabethArden.com

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“You can’t go wrong with this traditional iron. Keep in mind that the smaller the barrel, the more ringlet-like your curls will look. A bigger barrel on long hair will create romantic curls,” says Yola Pacyniak of Sine Qua Non Salons in Chicago.

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Hoss Intropia, $335, BHLDN.com 5 Yellow shoes may seem too daring for your wedding day, but these scalloped kitten heels are ideal for your shower or honeymoon. $695, OscardelaRenta.com 6 We love button-style earrings. Picture these with an updo and a sweet lace dress. $80, LavishJewelry.us 7 A yellow diamond works best in an equally special setting. $4,325, SylvieCollection.com >>

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1 A modern cake with a subtle floral design is almost too pretty to eat. TheCakeStudioNYC.com 2 A pair of statement amethyst earrings with a hint of rose gold looks ultra-sophisticated. $980, Tacori.com 3 A lace cocktail dress is feminine and romantic.

Plus, depending on the way you accessorize, it can look casually elegant or seriously glamorous. $295, AnnTaylor.com 4 Playful hanging paper fans add a festiveness to any wedding-reception wall. $2 each, TheKnotShop.com 5 A worldly metallic seal gives your invite an exotic feel. CeciNewYork.com 6 Not only does this stingray clutch have the perfect purple punch, but the spotted texture also looks super-luxe. $895, ZinkCollection.com 7 A strappy suede sandal in a muted purple shows off your fresh pedicure. $795, JimmyChoo.com

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Everyone has some kind of budget, so whether you’re spending $20,000 or $200,000, here are ideas on how to save without sacrificing the overall look and feel of the day.

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Going off-season can help you save, but you might still want a summer wedding, so moving the date to March or December won’t work.

But consider another day of the week. Friday nights are becoming more mainstream (14 percent of weddings in 2012 happened on a Friday). You can save as much as 20 percent by choosing a Friday over a Saturday.

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If you want a wedding pro to work with your budget, you have to tell her what it is. Many times brides fear that if they say they have a $5,000 budget for flowers, suddenly a florist will just charge them that amount, but that’s not the case. Defining what you can spend will help you to not waste your time or your vendors’. They can put together a more suitable package knowing what the boundaries are.

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Holding your ceremony and reception in one spot is a great way to save because it cuts travel time for vendors you pay by the hour. Plus, you won’t have to figure out transportation from the ceremony to the reception for your guests.

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Choosing flowers that are in season will keep centerpiece and bouquet costs down (peonies cost about 40 percent more when imported out of season). See what’s in season every month in our Ultimate Wedding Flower Guide (TheKnot.com/flowers).

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Designing your space around tables of 8 to 12 rather than 6 means fewer centerpieces, which can cost $300 and up, depending on how lavish you go.

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There’s no question engraving is the Lamborghini of lettering techniques. It’s created using an etched plate and gives a slightly raised ink. The look comes with a hefty price tag. Another option is thermography, which mimics the look of engraving but is less expensive. The only dead giveaway is that it doesn’t have the refined indentations on the back of the invite that engraving does.

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Escort cards that work as favors are a great two-for-one idea. Think: gorgeous cookies with table numbers printed on them, wrapped and tagged with each guest’s name, or a display of pretty boxes filled with sweet treats and labeled with guests’ names and table numbers.

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colors to something more vibrant can be an elegant and more expressive way of indicating that it’s time for dessert or dancing.

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Lights placed on the floor around the perimeter of a room project upward, washing the walls in a colorful glow.

Combine lighting “ingredients”: pinspotting to showcase important decorative elements, color-washing or uplighting to create a comforting color palette, projections for sparkle and dance lighting to add energy.

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Weddings are all about romance, which means that a color so delicate you want to reach out and touch it would be ideal for the occasion. This is why a hue like rose is a universally pleasing (and classic) wedding color, and it looks just as great alone as it does combined with different shades.

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get the look The key to making a contemporary style work is adding vibrant, colorful accents to the minimalist dÊcor. Orange goes well with red and yellow, so don’t be afraid to make a bold statement with these hues in your bouquet, your linens, the playful font on your invitations or your wedding altar, as with these long, colorful paper streamers. >>

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eclectic chic There’s something endearingly different about this combination.

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tropical garden This bold combination may not be the easiest to pull off, but when done correctly, it can create a contemporary style that’s fun and bursting with joy.

ecru + powder blue

natural spring Stick to colors that are light and airy in your invitation to let your guests know that they’re in for a refreshing, totally relaxed affair.

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pecan + mulberry

villa romance Romance is in the air in an elegant European style when textured mulberry tablecloths are combined with muted pecan shades and bright-gold chairs.

fuchsia + denim

candy party Like colorful sweets in a candy store, this wedding is all about vivid, contrasting colors that signify the bride and groom. (But more the bride, obviously!)

sangria + apricot

wild festivity A few blooms in rich sangria red stand out in the loosely arranged bundle of peach flowers with tissue-like petals, creating a wild and artistic look.

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2 hydrangea Wondering what you can do with a flower that has a striking hue and an elegant dome style to match?

Arrange it in a tall centerpiece mixed with spray roses and lisianthus. 3 dahlia The delicate dahlia, looking as if it’s been just picked from your own garden, is stunning in an arrangement with roses and astilbe for a vintage-style wedding.

4 calla lily This lily looks the most feminine in pink and is best combined with roses and lisianthus for a lovely bouquet.

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8 tulip Red tulips may stand for love, but a pink tulip expresses caring, happiness and good wishes. 9 gerber daisy Upbeat in vibrant pink, the Gerber daisy is a youthful flower that’s ideal for brides with a fresh, playful style. 10 spray rose With multiple bicolored blooms per stem, pink spray roses make for a grand yet elegant centerpiece when grouped together; they’re not only easy to behold but also gentle on your wallet. >>

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5 sweet pea With their soft petals and delicate hue, lavender sweet peas epitomize refinement. Because they bring charm and subtle accents to any floral centerpiece, it’s no wonder they’re especially sought-after for English-garden-style weddings. 6 dendrobium ORCHID Looking like clusters of fluttering purple butterflies, these orchids have long, graceful stems that create an open, airy feel—perfect for a tropical destination wedding. 7 PEONY This fuchsia-hued peony is just what you need to decorate a jewel-toned wedding. 8 lisianthus The affordable and pretty lisianthus has a pleasant surprise: Its purple petals appear only when fully unfurled. When closed tight, the bud actually looks creamy white. >>

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1 gerber daisy To express cheer and joy at a rustic, outdoor celebration, gather a bunch of sunshine-like Gerber daisies and arrange them loosely in a Mason jar. 2 tulip Yellow tulips, once a symbol of hopeless love, now convey happiness. And rightly so, because tulips are flowers that continue to grow even after being cut. So make sure a florist is standing by to give them a fresh snip in the morning. 3 gloriosa lily These gloriosa lilies have a beautiful coral hue accented with a yellow border. Mix them with coral- and orange-toned blooms to create a warm summer palette.

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1 freesia A delicate flower that’s timeless and sophisticated, a white freesia is the most fragrant of its kind.

2 hydrangea A commonly used wedding flower, especially in white, the hydrangea looks impeccable with roses, garden roses and tea roses in a lush, classic arrangement. 3 garden rose Exquisite, romantic and soft—it’s no wonder that the fragrant white garden rose embodies true elegance. 4 lisianthus White lisianthus has a small, delicate bloom and a long stem, which give the flower a graceful, streamlined silhouette.

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1 hydrangea Looking for your “something blue�? Try hydrangeas in this color. The hue makes them wonderfully complementary to either a soft palette of whites, creams and butters, or a jewel-toned selection of purples, pinks and magentas. 2 delphinium Often viewed as a flower that defies gravity, the blue delphinium looks like it came out of a storybook. So for your fairy-tale wedding, consider them for large ceremony arrangements mixed with roses and lisianthus. >>

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neutral elegance Busy work schedules meant that Annemarie Dillard (29 and the director of contemporary sportswear for Dillard’s Inc.­— yes that Dillard’s) and Ante Jazic (37 and a professional soccer player) had a narrow window of time that would work for their wedding—it had to be in early winter. When weather concerns ruled out their hometowns, they decided on sunny Southern California. Using muted shades of cream, sage, taupe and blush, they crafted a formal yet relaxed night that flowed organically from outdoors to in. —Meghan Overdeep

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bold preppy St. Paul natives, Allie Rust (27 and a copywriter) and Jesse Rangel (28 and an IT and marketing recruiter) had their hearts set on a quintessentially “St. Paul” day. The charm and grandeur of Union Depot (a historic train station) made it the perfect setting. A dramatic color palette of Allie’s favorite colors—white, gray and red—spiced things up, while thick-striped accents reflected their preppy style. —MO

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organic chic For their springtime nuptials, Bethany Madsen (31 and a sales director) and Olivier D’Meza (35 and in financial services) journeyed to a secluded Jamaican cove—the exotic spot where they got engaged. To complement the lush tropical landscape, they stuck to a neutral color scheme of beige and white.

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Alex We’ll go across Europe, then through Turkey, Iran, Pakistan, India, up to China and down to eastern Asia, then to Singapore. It should be interesting in a 25-year-old camper van, getting married all along the way.

Q Has Peggy ever failed?

Alex We broke down a lot between Colombia and Peru. We got a faulty fuel pump, and the van would stop running at random. The scariest point was when we were driving on a road that had official signs warning of bandits. It’s a really cheap way to travel; our only real cost is fuel because we camp where we can and we cook in the van.

We’re self-funded on this adventure; we didn’t win the lottery or anything.

Q What did your friends and family say about this grand plan?

Lisa That we’d lost our minds. We had the idea only three weeks before we set off.

Q How much planning goes into each unofficial wedding?

Alex It’s grown and developed. When we first set out, it was a new concept. Moving forward, I’ve got about 55 countries I’m in email contact with. In effect, I’m planning 55 weddings. We’re trying to dig up fun, forgotten cultural things. In Russia, the man has to complete a set of challenges to marry his bride. So we’re setting up all these physical and mental challenges—including [drinking] vodka­—for the wedding day that I have to complete before marrying Lisa.

Lisa He works forward, and I work backward.

Once we’ve had the wedding, I stay in contact with everybody and handle the social media and blog. It’s such a joyful time, and everyone is so happy in the wedding industry. It’s a real bond. >>

1 The metallic purple cake for their Candy Land–themed wedding in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 2 Spooky vampire vows in Los Angeles 3 At a traditional ceremony in Cuzco, Peru, their wrists tied with woven bands, representing unity 4 A Zulu ceremony in South Africa 5 Dancing the tango on a Buenos Aires street 6 The grand finale of wedding number 31 in Myrtle Beach 7 Exchanging vows in Brazil 8 At a Colombian commitment ritual 9 The bride sporting a wet suit for a James Bond– style wedding in Myrtle Beach 10 The couple with their 25-year-old camper van, Peggy 11 Wearing the ponchos of the huaso and huasa in the fishing village of Horcon, Chile

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Q You were newly engaged. So you just quit your jobs and set out on the road?

Alex I had a small car-body-repair shop, and I sold that company. Lisa left her job; she’s in retail management. We flew to Canada, because it was one of the cheapest flights, and we had no idea what we were doing. We had just backpacks and ended up buying our camper van. We got to Vancouver and went south and drove all the way to Brazil. We’ve driven the entire length of the Americas over about 15 months and had 34 ceremonies—a wedding in almost every country. We had a wedding in Colorado and New York, and we did a voodoo wedding in Louisiana. Then, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, we did five weddings in five days, which was wild.

Lisa Gant We did a James Bond wedding in Myrtle Beach, and I ended up doing most of the Bond things. All of a sudden, I was expected to jump off a high-speed boat into freezing water. I was so high on adrenaline.

Alex Now we’re on the second leg. We shipped the van to England—she’s called Peggy, named after Lisa’s 93-year-old grandma. We plan to drive to Singapore, then ship the van to Australia, where we’ll end the trip and decide where our favorite place is and go back and finally get legally married for real.

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Alex Pelling We decided we were going to emigrate to Australia from England, and before we settled there we’d do some traveling. We decided to write a blog (2people1life.com) about unique places to get married around the world. In England it’s quite restrictive; you have to get married inside a registered building. Then we came up with the idea: How could we really write about this without experiencing these ceremonies firsthand? There was no great master plan.

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Q Who’s footing the bill for your journey?

Alex The only thing we pay for is the traveling. For the weddings, we have to rely on vendors and photographers to offer services in exchange for the publicity. We get a great experience, and we hope they have a

Alex and Lisa donned traditional clothing for a Mayan wedding ritual in Antigua, Guatemala.

great time too. It’s been a win-win experience.

We’re not the normal bride and groom. one dress that I was given at the first wedding that lives rolled up in a bag under the bed.

We call it the Marine of wedding dresses—it’s been underwater, on the beach, everything.

Alex We had people asking if they could gift us money, but that’s not what this is about.

We’re raising money for UNICEF, because it’s an international charity and its core mission is trying to give children a start in life. Anyone who donates through our registry is given the chance to be flown out to our final wedding, all expenses paid. That’s our

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Q What have been some of the most memorable weddings so far?

Alex We were affected most by the Peruvian Andean ceremony. You enter a garden from different sides, and you come to a central point where there’s a shaman chanting and a band playing string instruments. You hold the ceremony just as the sun is setting in front of your eyes, so you can’t see anything.

It’s an absolute wash of emotion. One of our favorite venues was Colorado—outdoors, surrounded by nature, you just felt completely humbled. Also, Scotland. My father’s side is from Scotland, and we had the ceremony very close to the town where they’re from.

Lisa I’m so excited about India, because I have a vague idea about how they celebrate marriage. All the countries have completely surpassed anything that we could have imagined.

Q What’s been the hardest part?

Alex Physically driving around the world in a camper van—it’s 16 feet by 6 feet—finding

Lisa We’re in the van and off the beaten path. We expected people to speak a bit of English, and we got to Mexico and not a word of English and we didn’t have a word of Spanish. You just have to muddle through, and it’s exhausting to ask for directions.

We’re very good at sign language.

Q Do you ever get tired of being a bride and groom over and over?

Lisa It’s different every time. In Chile, I got my hair cut and came out looking like a choirboy, and I cried. A lot of times we’re getting ready in the van, and we’ve just got a tiny mirror.

There are times when I’m lucky and have a full team, attaching eyelashes and doing my hair.

Alex We never once for a moment thought, I’ve had enough. We’re not having a white wedding in each country. We’re discovering and experiencing and learning new things all the time, so it doesn’t get boring.

“Be prepared to go with the flow.”

Q What kind of following have you attracted?

Lisa In Brazil, we were filmed by a TV show called Fantástico that’s watched by 50 million to 60 million people on Sundays.

While driving in Brazil—a lot of filming was in the van—someone was always beeping, waving their arms and shouting, “Fantástico!”

Every fourth car was beeping at us. It was out-of-this-world weird.

Alex It’s been an unexpected reward, meeting friends from all over the world. We’ll end this trip financially with nothing, but we’ll have a friend in every country.

Q Has traveling the world together changed your relationship?

Alex I’m getting more emotional with each wedding—it’s like another benchmark.

It’s making us very strong. We’re quite personable, so we can adapt to different environments and cultures quickly. After we left America and got back to England, everyone was saying we had an American accent. We seem to be able to zone into the local cultures. We’re both very adventurous.

It won’t be until the end that we look back and say, “We’ve just been around the world.”

Q Any advice for a couple planning to get married abroad?

Lisa Be prepared to go with the flow. Don’t expect anything to happen on time. If you don’t have any expectations, you’re always pleasantly surprised.

Q When does it all end?

Alex Fall 2014. We’ll have the final wedding to plan and choose our favorite place. We don’t want to jump the gun and officially get married until we finish the adventure. We just want the last ceremony to be a really high-energy, happy, intense experience for us.

Q And then what?

Alex We’ll sit down in a dark room and relax.

Then we’ll set up a new life together: That’s when the real adventure starts.

somewhere to park that’s safe enough and dealing with breakdowns are all challenging.

We’ve got to hijack Wi-Fi all the time.

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Bonus: You’ll wear it again and again.

Elizabeth Cole necklace, $440, BHLDN .com; gown, $4,990, and shawl, $1,750, MoniqueLhuillier.com

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Subtle needlework Embroidery is big right now, and accents with a hint of blue woven through are especially hot. Subtle crystals add an extra touch of glam.

Gown, $18,620, JohannaJohnson.com; engagement ring, $6,320 (not including center stone), KirkKara.com

haute headpiece Play up the Victorian vibe of a lace gown with an opulent barely blue feathered headpiece. Elsie Massey headpiece, $49, ShopRuche.com; gown, $5,490, CarolinaHerrera.com; Scott Kay ring, $2,950 (not including center stone), Reeds.com >>

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bold gown An all-blue look can be tricky to pull off, but paired with a classic silhouette足(this one is a ball gown), the result is stunning.

Gown, $8,795, RomonaKeveza .com; engagement ring, $10,395 (not including center stone), FredericSage.com; headpiece, $995, IrinaBridal.com

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alluring neckline

The most romantic silhouette this season is the off-theshoulder neckline. Something about the way it drapes on the arms just so gives it a slightly undone, in-themood-for-love vibe. Gown, $4,700, InesDiSanto.com >>

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A tulle cape with delicate lace appliqués is the fashion equivalent of a slow, shy smile—it’s suggestive and reserved at the same time. Gown, $3,925, RosaClara.es; cape, price upon request, BoutiquedeVoile.com; earrings, $8,000, and bracelet, $12,500, SimonGJewelry.com

pure pearls

Pearls are more than just elegant.

As tiny seed pearls strung together in a scallop design, they’re utterly entrancing. Catherine Deane gown, $3,000, BHLDN.com >>

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Barely-there blush flowers on this crown seamlessly flow into the dustypink ombrĂŠ veil, making this touch of pink subtle but not too sweet. Gown, $4,995, LelaRose.com; floral headpiece, $385, EricaElizabeth.com; Tia Mazza ombrĂŠ veil, $450, KleinfeldBridal.com

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Lace is top on our list of romantic fabrics— especially when it’s cut into a slim-fitting mermaid-style gown with delicate cap sleeves.

Let your accessories follow suit and finish your look with a lace cap and gloves. Gown, $2,203, AllureBridals.com; Enchanted Atelier cap, $795, KleinfeldBridal.com; Cornelia James lace gloves, $100, BHLDN.com

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1 Tall A flowy silhouette will look especially statuesque on a leggy bridesmaid. $328, LulaKate.com 2 Pear A styling secret for pear shapes: a dress with a built-in padded bra—it will balance out bigger hips and thighs. $205, DZage.com 3 Boxy Pretty ruching along the bodice is almost as good as having a magic wand; it creates a cinching effect around the waist and gives the illusion of curves. $250, JCrew.com 4 Busty Support is key when it comes to your well-endowed ladies, and thick straps (like these tapered cap sleeves) will do just that. $280, Amsale.com

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1 Boxy Wrap a belt around your straight-waisted ladies to accentuate their curves—one in a dark hue can highlight the middle even more dramatically. $163, JasmineBridal.com 2 PEAR Hide fuller hips with an Empire-waist gown; the silhouette flares out slightly under the rib cage, which is ultra-forgiving on the bottom half. $179, AlfredAngelo.com 3 busty The great thing about a pleated gown is that it not only adds dimension to a simple silhouette, but also detracts from a larger bust. $188, BariJay.com 4 Tall If you want to play down height (especially in a short dress), a style with a ruffled neckline can draw the eyes upward, so the attention is on the gown instead of the legs. $188, LulaKate.com

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Braids are hot right now, and they can work for your wedding. To make this look less Heidi and more high-fashion, braid your hair along your forehead. Just don’t pull the braid too tightly or too neatly. A little fraying complements the boho feel. Danielle Caprese gown, $3,000, and Paris

by Debra Moreland hair comb, $420, KleinfeldBridal.com; earrings, $6,570, SylvieCollection.com

hair by Alex Tome and makeup by Nikki Robinson, both for Gloss and Glam

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wedding gowns 101 We know your first priority­—finding the (other) one—your dress.

gown silhouette styles trumpet gown

mermaid gown

The skirt in this gown style extends from the bustline. It’s a great choice for pear-shaped brides because it disguises the hips.

The skirt in this style flares out just below the hips, creating a semi-full skirt (shaped like the bell of a trumpet) without extra volume and bulk.

This gown is a bit more fitted and flares out at the knee (or lower). It’s a great silhouette for showing off curves.

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This universally flattering style hugs the torso and has a flared skirt in, you guessed it, an A-shape.

The ball gown has a fitted bodice and a dramatic full skirt. Busty brides will love this shape because it creates balanced proportions.

This slim, form-fitting silhouette hugs the body from head-to-toe. It’s the perfect look for casual, intimate weddings.

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finding the right white skin tone Dark go for Stark white, or almost any shade

gown shopping pointers Bring your e-reader or iPad with you to the salon. Show the sales consultant the gowns you like, but don’t be afraid to try on other styles. You just might find that the wedding dress you didn’t expect to like looks fabulous on you. After you’ve narrowed down your top two or three bridal gowns, invite your mother, best friend, or a close relative whose opinion you trust to come to the store and

skin tone Medium with olive tones go for Champagne or diamond white skin tone Medium with yellow tones go for Off-white or creamy ivory skin tone Fair and pink-toned skin go for Ivory

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wedding party 101 The least you need to know to coordinate your wedding party’s look.

bridesmaids • For a modern, but still put-together look—pick the color and fabric, but consider letting your bridesmaids choose the neckline and silhouette.

• When shopping, bring one or two bridesmaids—maybe the maid who has the body or coloring that’s most similar to the rest of the bridal party, or the maid who is the most difficult to fit.

• Ask for your maids’ advice, but make the final decision yourself.

You’re the one who knows the big picture—overall look, formality and people’s budgets—best.

• The bridesmaids should try to place their orders at the same time to ensure that the dresses will be made from the same dye lot.

• Allow three months’ delivery and alteration time for the dresses.

• Don’t forget the extras. Should the maids all have the same shoes, jewelry, hairstyles, handbags or wraps? Communicate your desires clearly to your maids. Email works great for this.

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• The tuxedo is classic, but consider all your options. Marrying by the beach? Try a more casual jacket and trousers. Having an ultra-formal wedding? Pick a cutaway coat, gray-striped trousers, gray vest and ascot. peaked lapel

flower girls & ring bearers • Flower girls and ring bearers don’t have to match the adults perfectly, but they should certainly fit in with the formality of the event. The only exception: Tuxedos aren’t necessary (and may not be available) for tykes under six. Our trick—substitute a black suit and a bow tie.

• Be sure to dress your flower girl or ring bearer appropriately for their age. Strapless or halter dresses may be too sophisticated for the little ones (even with a cardigan), while overly froufrou tulle dresses might not look right on, say, a 10-year-old.

• Should you rent or buy? If you don’t attend many formal events or if your weight is frequently in flux, renting may be the way to go. If you’ll have three or four more good uses for a tux, the suit will pay for itself.

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he Luxury Included® Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma, Bahamas is an oceanfront resort set along a pristine one-mile beach boasting some of the world’s clearest waters, a Greg Norman-designed golf course and a world-class marina. The resort includes specialty dining at seven á la carte restaurants, premium brand liquors, Stone Cellars by Beringer® Wines, and land and water sports—plus gratuities and airport transfers. The 29,000 sq. ft. Red 877-SANDALS Lane® Spa further enhances this 500-acre resort, set on Sandals.com one of the Bahamas’ most beautiful Out Islands.

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he “flagship” Sandals, set on Jamaica’s longest, private white-sand beach in Montego Bay, is where the beach goes on and the party never stops. Eight restaurants make you think, it doesn’t get any better than this, and a Red Lane® Spa renews you. Wedding bells ring at a nondenominational chapel—exclusively at this Sandals location. For those who prefer glamorous seclusion, The Honeymoon 877-SANDALS Hideaway Beachfront Estate provides privilege and Sandals.com butler service along a beautiful stretch of beach.

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lassic Georgian architecture welcomes you to a place reminiscent of the grandest British manor houses. At the main resort, the noblest of British refinement blends with Jamaican charm. Feast at eight tantalizing restaurants including an authentic British pub. Breathtaking Swim-up Suites place water’s allure at the edge of your patio. Then venture to an exotic offshore island and discover a private 877-SANDALS island—Sandals Island—with a Thai restaurant, Sandals.com ® secluded beach and Red Lane Spa escape.

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ick back on the best and longest stretch of Jamaica’s famous SevenMile Beach and experience the very chic and slightly playful side of Negril. Unwind poolside or at the Red Lane® Spa. There are seven restaurants, including our signature dining experience, Barefoot by the Sea. Breathtaking Swim-up Suites are on the edge of a lagoon pool with the beach in view, and exquisite Millionaire Suites include private 877-SANDALS outdoor pools and gardens that wrap you in luxurious Sandals.com seclusion while personal butlers attend to your needs.

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rom indigenous art to chic design, Secrets Wild Orchid takes its inspiration from the island’s gorgeous surroundings. Couples discover a vibrant, adults-only, hip locale with exclusive amenities of Unlimited-Luxury®, beginning with 24-hour room service, seven restaurants, nine bars and lounges, the world-class Secrets Spa by Pevonia and championship-caliber golf nearby. Ask about the complimentary Secrets 866-GOSECRETS Eternity Honeymoon package and how to earn free SecretsResorts.com nights towards your first anniversary return stay.

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rand panoramic views add to the grandeur of this palatial resort set on its own spectacular peninsula with the ocean on both sides. The most discerning guests will be impressed by such indulgences as eight restaurants including a British pub, the signature Barefoot by the Sea and Gordon’s on the Pier for butler suite guests. Five magnificent pools and the island-inspired Red Lane® Spa invite total relaxation. Spectacular 877-SANDALS accommodations include lagoon swim-up rooms and Sandals.com circular Rondoval suites with private plunge pools.

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