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Special Series: Cornflower and Melon

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Are you loving our latest color palette combo of cornflower blue and melon? We showcased the hues with a bit of a French feeling in our spring issue …

Wedding Color Inspiration: The Great Gatsby

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With the upcoming release of Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby (it hits theaters May 10th, but who’s counting?), we can’t help but feel giddy over all things sparkly and metallic, from extravagant Champagne towers, to glamorous vintage-inspired dresses, and even cakes flecked with gold. …

Guest Blogger: Simone's Lovely Proposal Story

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I’m thrilled to be sharing another tale with you this week of my soon-to-be-wedded adventures. Thank you all for your very kind comments last week, by the way. …

Cinco de Mayo Party Ideas

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To properly kick off Cinco de Mayo weekend, we’ve rounded up our favorite fiesta-worthy details for your engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, or reception!…

Ampersands

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The ampersand is a beautiful tool for a graphic designer. It symbolizes union and is an effortless motif that can be used throughout your wedding. AND it is …

YUM! Bakeless Sweets Book

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It’s 10 a.m. and I’m already craving the no-bake desserts in Faith Durand’s new book Bakeless Sweets (out May 7th). Durand, the executive editor of Apartment Therapy’s The Kitchn blog, has …

Grooming the Groom

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Given that the save-the-dates are out, it is time to get serious with a best-we-can-be before the wedding day routine. I have always been a big proponent of …

Wedding Songs For a Black Tie Affair

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Once you attach “black tie” to your big day, it changes things a bit. Suits get fancier. Dresses get dressier. But a formal affair is no reason to …