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Remember that viral video a few months back, when a lucky lady was proposed to and then proceeded to faint? I suspect it wasn't so much the boy as it was ring. Face it, as soon as you find out someone is engaged, what's the first thing out of your mouth? It's always: "Omigosh, congrats! Let me see the ring!" I mean, Beyonce even centered an entire song around the engagement ring

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It's no secret how obsessed we are with The Hunger Games. However, if we thought we were the biggest fans around then we were sorely mistaken. While we thought we'd hit the mark with our Hunger Games Inspired Party Ideas, it seems we've been trumped by couples having Hunger Games themed weddings! 



The Hunger Games actually makes for a great theme because of the romance, rustic...
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Most of my writing here on ChickAdvisor centers on self-improvement. I’m a believer in year-round resolutions and the continual evolution of my personal brand (it’s Fancy Tomboy, if you were wondering). A few months back I got really hardcore about cutting back on my belongings. Specifically, I vowed not to shop for clothing until I had worn, donated or pitched every single article in my...
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A few weeks a go, I was checking out (i.e. living vicariously through) photos of Lauren Bush's (as in George W. Bush's niece) wedding to David Lauren (as in Ralph Lauren's son). The wedding was absolutely gorgeous- a classic, elegant wedding with a vintage western twist. I couldn't get the images of the lace gown, horse drawn carriages and waistcoats out of my mind. 

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Call it the 'bridezilla syndrome'- it's what happens to good, normal brides-to-be when suddenly all their rational thinking goes out the window and they need to have exactly what they want- no matter what the cost. I am fairly certain that 'bridezilla syndrome' is why we rarely hear people gloat about having their dream wedding and coming under budget. 

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Weddings are romantic and tender occasions and what better way to achieve that feeling than to take your guests back to a nostalgic, bygone era? We have eight simple elements to celebrate your unforgettable 1920s-inspired picturesque wedding!

What to Wear

(1) For Her - Bride and Bridesmaids Dresses

Think flapper inspired, long and lean lines for your 1920s wedding dress. The silhouette is boxier and...
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According to TheWeddingReport.com, 'Rustic Weddings' are the new trending wedding theme! It seems that brides-to-be are in love with the charm, vintage feel and simple elegance of barn yard venues and wildflower bouquets that embody this theme. Think natural elements mixed with a western vibe and bring that all together with fun DIY crafting sessions. And in true country style- bring in...
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Over the weekend, I went to a fabulous wedding of a friend of mine. Since this was my first wedding, I had no idea how to dress up! I looked through casual, semi-formal, and was even considering jeans when I found a lovely summer dress at H&M that I decided to go with instead. 

This wedding was held during the summer, on one of those super hot nights where wearing anything longer than the...
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Matthew Williamson for Net-a-porter (sold out)

Matthew Williamson has done bridal before, specifically with Net-a-porter in Spring 2010.  So we're not very surprised that he's decided to make a fashion foray into a day job.  Matthew Williamson Bridal is slated to launch in May 2011.

Matthew Williamson RTW S/S 2011

Given his affinity for flowing textures and beautiful draping, we...
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(pictured: Justin Alexander)

You have been dreaming about a fairytale wedding as long as you can remember.  The bridal gown is the ultimate expression of this storybook dream, and since you only marry once (ideally) a captivating dress is the first major purchase on your list. 

We break down key trends in long wedding gowns:

(from left) Ines di Santo, Monique Lhullier, Oscar de la Renta,
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