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Cara Sullivan

Name: Cara Sullivan
Title: Deputy Editor
Hometown: Simsbury, Connecticut
Favorite romantic destination: New York City
Best planning tip: Don’t skip the hair and makeup consultations. Yes, they add to your overall budget, but they’re worth it in the end. They’re the only way to guarantee you’ll look (and feel) exactly how you want to on the big day.

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The one thing every honeymooning couple needs

Posted by Cara Sullivan

Ok, ok—while it’s not exactly a necessity, a headphone splitter will definitely come in handy on your trip. My husband and I have one that we use to …

Coke+Mascara=No Clumps?

Posted by Cara Sullivan

Last night, I saw an interesting beauty tip on TV: If your mascara is getting clumpy, pour a couple drops of soda (they used Coke) into your mascara …

A cookbook you'll actually use!

Posted by Cara Sullivan

Our food department has a new obsession: “The Newlywed Cookbook” by Sarah Copeland. They were kind enough to let us borrow it, and we can see what all …

To dye or not to dye, that is the question...

Posted by Cara Sullivan

A friend of a friend is getting married this spring, and I just heard that she’s planning on having her hair dyed from blond to dark chestnut brown …

Calling all NYE weddings!

Posted by Cara Sullivan

Did anyone get married on New Years Eve? First of all, congrats! And second, we’re dying to see your pictures! Here’s how to submit them…

Holiday Gift Guide: Books That Aren't Boring

Posted by Cara Sullivan

Just two days left ’till Christmas! If you still haven’t finished your holiday shopping, these are some great options—so get thee to a bookstore pronto. Looking for bridesmaid/groomsmen …

Holiday Gift Guide: Brook Farm General Store

Posted by Cara Sullivan

I recently wandered into the Brook Farm General Store, an awesome shop in Brooklyn, and was blown away by the amount of amazing gifts they’ve got. If you’re …

Holiday Gift Guide: For the Coolest Kid You Know

Posted by Cara Sullivan

Got a ring bearer on your list? Flower girl? Favorite niece? This rainbow-maker is pre-t-t-t-y sweet. If I was a kid, I’d be obsessed with this thing!

Victoria’s Deco …