4 things I wish I had known before shopping for my wedding dress

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Though I had been writing about weddings for years, a few things surprised me during my dress appointment.

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41 of the most expensive celebrity engagement rings of all time

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce embrace after the Kansas City Chiefs victory on January 26.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce embrace after the Kansas City Chiefs victory on January 26.

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9 ways you're making your wedding look cheap, according to a luxury planner

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You don't have to break the bank to make your wedding feel luxurious.

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My brother didn't give me a plus-one for his wedding. I was upset at first, but I'm actually so relieved I went alone.

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At first, I was bummed about not getting a plus-one to my brother's wedding, especially since I had a date in mind. Now, I'm so glad I didn't bring him.

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Bridal designer Hayley Paige is making her comeback. Here are 5 lessons she learned after her yearslong legal battle with JLM Couture.

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Hayley Paige released a new wedding dress collection in 2025.

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A couple pulled off their dream wedding with 125 guests for under $25,000. From Costco cake to thrifted decor, here's how they did it.

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Madeline Sideras and Greg Johnston at their wedding.

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Weddings are a must-attend on the billionaire social calendar for the summer

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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez got married in Venice in June 2025.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez tied the knot in a star-studded wedding in Venice.

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My husband and I stuck to traditional vows on our wedding day. 3 years later, I still regret that decision.

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Ashley Archambault poses with her son and husband.
I knew I wanted my son to walk me down the aisle on my wedding day, but there's one thing I wish my husband and I had done differently.

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I'm a professional wedding planner. Here's what everyone forgets to do in the 30 days before their wedding.

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There are a lot of things to remember in the month before your wedding.

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My friend's getting married on a Thursday. A bunch of guests are annoyed, but I think it's pretty smart.

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I'm glad my friends could save money with a Thursday wedding and don't mind taking time off since I've been given 11 months' notice.

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