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A Fashion Blogger Shares How to Pick Your Bridal Accessories

Hello Brides, Olivia here! I have exciting news to share…I said yes to the dress! Now that I’ve found ‘the one,’ it’s time to start shopping around for those final touches to take my bridal look from beautiful to ‘perfectly unique to me.’ I recently had a field day while bridal...

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See Why a 1st Anniversary Shoot is So Worth It

Elizabeth Fogarty has officially shown us what it's like to have #anniversarygoals. Because what couple wouldn't want to toast the first year of newlywed bliss?! So start planning about slipping on a beautiful gown, donning a handful of florals, and let's not forget the cake. See it all unfold in The Vault! From...

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12 Reasons to Never Buy Another Throw Pillow

Some may call it an addiction but we call pillows a necessary decor refresh. Those little, fluffy, decorative squares give a tired sofa new life or allow you to fully change up your color palette with the seasons if you so choose. But what if we told you you'd never have to buy another pillow again? Check out...

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What Happens When a Wedding Dress Designer Makes Her Own Gown!

Sabrina Dahan is one very busy lady. Not only is she working on her new Spring 2017 Bridal Collection, but the Los Angeles-based talent is in the middle of planning her August wedding — and designing her own wedding dress! We sat down with Sabrina in her super chic LA studio to...

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Drumroll Please… Introducing How-To Pins with Pinterest!

If you know anything about us, you know how much we LOVE pinning. (I mean, have you seen our boards?!) So you can imagine we were pretty excited when our pals at Pinterest reached out and asked us to partake in a pretty special project. Introducing...

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Advice After I Do: What I Wish I Registered For

I received so many lovely gifts for my bridal shower and wedding, but I'd be lying if I didn't admit that there are still some items I dream of daily. You see, it doesn't take long to realize what you actually really need, or dream of using, once you're in the habit of cooking, cleaning and living together. I don't think I'm alone, so I checked in with my fellow SMP ladies to see if they too had registry regrets and we happily share these with you, our readers, in hopes of preventing any...

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Why You Should Never Drink a Regular Old Mimosa Again

I consider mimosas a brunch staple. But a simple champagne + orange juice combo will never be the same again now that I've caught wind of this dreamy concoction from Howerton+Wooten Events and Natarsha N. Wright Photography. The...

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A Neutral Colored Wedding with a Little Pop of Sparkle

Meagan and Justin's Southern California wedding is proof that neutrals are anything but boring. With Event Design by Luxe Events,  a gorgeous color palette of soft gray, taupe and cream, plus blush and ivory flowers from Isari Flower Studio + Event Design, this darling duo mastered the art of a sophisticated and glamorous wedding. See all the pretty moments from ...

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A Christmas Inspired Wedding in That’s Anything But Cheesy

Never in my wildest dreams did I think a Christmas inspired wedding could be crazy chic, but Vicki Grafton Photography has forever proven me wrong. Because this celebration? Straight up magic. Complete with a family estate reception and traditional catholic church ceremony, Elena & Jesus were married in true holiday style. Proving that a large guest list (500!!) can still feel intimate, we've got their seriously sweet...

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Yet Another Reason to Hop on the Watercolor Trend… this Nursery!

For a talented watercolor artist like Kristy Rice, crafting a nursery inspired by all things art was a total no-brainer. But she went one step further, giving her son's room a whimsical, colorful spin on Botticelli's masterpiece "Primavera". The result is color and pattern and special touches that make for pure magic. Have a look at some of our favorite details all photographed by ...

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A Pink-on-Pink Bouquet? See How It’s Done!

This bouquet had me going at colorful, but then totally won me over with those dark pink ranunculus. The powerhouse of petals behind this posy was none other than Bristol Lane Florals and we've asked this truly talented floral whisper to share the deets. Read on about it all below!

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I Get Paid to Be the Perfect Bridesmaid, and Here’s What I’ve Learned About Weddings

As a Bridesmaid for Hire, I’ve stood beside many brides before and during their wedding, as they took their first few steps toward saying I DO to their forever person. I’ve been the one picking a bride up from the tile floor, during a pre-ceremony meltdown, sitting down the rest of the bridal party and debriefing them on what their duties really are during the wedding adventure. And the one who serves as their on-call therapist...

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A San Diego Engagement With the Cutest Grooms-to-Be

You can't help but have a smile plastered to your face when you look at this engagement session from John Schnack — Matt and Chase are so clearly happy and in love. With San Diego's Coronado beach and quaint downtown as a backdrop, the Grooms-to-be posed for portraits that simply radiate love. See all the happy moments in The Vault! From...

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See What You Missed on SMP This Week

I'm sitting at my desk, plugging away at work, the rain pouring down outside, but I'm all smiles. See the first pic in our slideshow below? That's just one reason why (and with that level of adorableness, how can you resist!?). Whenever I need a happiness boost, all I gotta do is head over and see what our LBBers have been...

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The Boston Skyline is the Most Epic Ceremony Backdrop We’ve Seen!

When you work in the wedding industry, getting married isn't always a cake walk. But thanks to Cambria Grace, we got a first-hand look at what it takes to become a photographer-turned-bride. She shared snippets of her journey down the aisle, and today we're unfolding the big day pulled together with vendors like...

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Food Hack: How To (Magically) Ripen Fruit Faster

The problem: You are the resident guacamole chef in your friend circle (at least, you will be once you try this recipe!) You bought a big ol' bag of avocados, your friend's bash is in two days and you are ready to rumble. Only... your avocados aren't. We've all been there. But what now? Don't surrender just yet! Here are 3 easy (read: magical) ways to get those...

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Entertaining with Abby: DIY Ice Cream Sandwiches

When it comes time to feed a crowd, dessert is the way to their hearts. But we're not into average, ho hum desserts. Life's too short for that dears. Nope we're going fancy pants with these DIY Ice Cream Sandwiches. They're a wildly delicious mix of chocolate cookies and dulce de leche ice cream all wrapped up and ready to serve. Get the...

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The Vanderpump Rules of Finding the Perfect Wedding Dress

Stars: They're just like us! Need proof? Check out Vanderpump Rules' Katie Maloney's recent visit to New York City's Kleinfeld, where she shopped for her dream wedding dress. Thanks to our friends at Glamour, you can watch Katie try on all the contenders — from sexy curve-hugging...

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Entertaining with Abby: How to Create a Quick & Pretty Centerpiece

The thought of creating your own table centerpiece can be somewhat intimidating but we're here to tell you to forget all that. Follow these simple steps for a quick and, might we add, insanely pretty floral arrangement using an 80/20 mix of straight from your garden flowers (or your neighbors, we won't tell!) and store bought blooms.

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America Planned Their Entire Wedding and it Turned Out Amazing!

You watched (and voted!) as SMP helped dress Kaitlin for the Big Day, and now this sweet couple is spilling all the details of their TODAY Show wedding. They're sharing exactly what it's like to be married on live TV (no pressure, right?) with Joey Fatone as officiant to your "on the move" sidewalk ceremony.

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