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Royal Wedding Fashion, from Kate Middleton to Duchess of Cambridge in Elegant Sweep of a Gown Befitting of a Future Queen of England

Traditional, timeless, and terribly chic: A wedding gown that will withstand the test of time in its elegance. There's nary a soul on this side of the pond who didn't wake up to the news of "Here comes the McQueen," as in Sarah Burton the designer for the Alexander McQueen label. THE Royal Wedding dress that took Kate Middleton from commoner to Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge was both timeless and elegant, and most important, right in line with what we have come to know as Kate Middleton's polished style. And, I love it! Catherine Middleton waves to the crowds as her sister and Maid of Honour Pippa Middleton holds her dress Although, personally, from a glam factor, I would have

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Chelsea Clinton’s Vera Wang Wedding Gown Was Beautiful and Elegant

Former President Bill Clinton walks Chelsea down the aisle This is what a grown-up bride should look like! I'm really not a fan of MOST big weddings. Even as a little girl, not once did I ever dream of seeing myself in a Cinderella fantasy wedding gown. My wedding could not have been any smaller and that was perfect for me. Marc Mezvinsky and Chelsea Clinton I have been invited to some very elegant mega affairs and that's great if it's something that works for the bride and groom. I've also been to some rather ridiculous affairs; particularly the one where the bridezilla changed into white flip-flops once the ceremony was over... yeech. When it comes to covering bridal, for

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Wearing velvet to a wedding in March… What’s the right time to switch to spring and stop wearing velvet

Wearing velvet to a wedding in March… What's the right time to switch to spring and stop wearing velvet Is it ok to wear a black velvet pant suit to a wedding in early March? The wedding is at 4:30 reception is at 6:30. It's a rather 'formal' wedding. (Lake Zurich, IL) That's a tricky one. Velvet is most often considered a winter fabric. However, a softer, bare silhouette can go the mile into warmer times, as would a velvet jacket over jeans on a casual chic chilly spring night. Early March is still technically winter, so the appropriateness of the fabric really depends on the weather and the style of the suit. If the wedding is in the south,

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Wedding Guest Jitters… How to Dress to Make It Through the Microscope Test

 My boyfriend is the best man at his brother's wedding next week. We are both previously divorced. It will be the first time I meet many of his family (we have traveled to Florida to meet his parents and other siblings.) I've not yet met the bride or groom. It is a Saturday evening wedding in Chicago. I expect it to be classy, but not stuffy. The rehearsal dinner is at an art gallery with the typical wine and cheese. I have several questions about things that I'm a teeny bit nervous about! Attire:I thought a simple black dress would be fine, as I'm not anything special in this wedding. When I said that to his mother (a very dear

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Maternity Wedding Gowns: June Bride Busting Out All Over…

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style + for the bride with the bump This is not for those who veer to the extreme right. Some plan for their wedding before the proposal. Then there are others where the idea of planning escapes them entirely. SHOPPING GUIDE: Maternity Surprise, surprise, no expectant bride wants to look like an igloo with legs when she takes her vows. Custom designed  maternity wedding gowns can take more time to create than the pregnancy itself. Plus, who wants to book a bunch of wedding dress fittings between check-ups and upchucks? Life may be full of choices, but when it comes to maternity wedding gowns most tend to resemble the tent that party takes place in rather than what the bride

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What, You Didn’t Dream About Walking Down The Aisle!

What, You Didn't Dream About Walking Down The Aisle! WEDDING MUST-HAVES FOR THE SHY BRIDE WEDDING MUST-HAVES FOR THE SHY BRIDE Dear Sharon:Okay, we finally decided to do it. Well, the next best thing from eloping, that is. Our wedding will be a very small, truly intimate gathering with literally a few friends and family in attendance. This isn't a mega-deal-- it's almost a spur of the moment get-together that happens to be our union. I have never been the type to "dream" about my wedding-day and am truly reluctant to consider anything really bridal and froufrou, which I feel is a big financial waste for only one evening. You could say, I am practical, yet still romantic! Also, my

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DRESS BEFITTING OF THE WEDDING GUEST

DRESS BEFITTING OF THE WEDDING GUEST guide to what to wear and when to wear it guide to what to wear and when to wear it There is a respect factor to be in harmony with the occasion, but that doesn't mean you have to dress in the paradox of your personal style to feel welcome. Black has become a classic color when it comes to weddings like much else. But, some brides are still a bit superstitious about seeing a sea of darkness at their "I do" to-do-you might just want to pop this question if you are a bit unsure of her preferences. The same goes for wearing white… never be accused of competing with the bride! A

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