Inside the New Issue

You are going to love our November/December 2014 issue! It’s filled with great advice, fabulous ideas, and the most gorgeous new fashions.

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In fact, if you’re on the quest for just the right dress, check out our “Shape Finder” story that shows beautiful styles that are perfectly suited for your body type.

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And if you picture yourself in an ultra chic, sophisticated style, turn to “Uptown Girl” for an array of knockout looks.

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If your preference is for a dress that’s sweetly romantic and ethereal, we’ve got you covered with the prettiest floral-accented gowns.

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We also take you behind-the-scenes to some of the top bridal runway shows for tips from the pros on how to achieve camera-ready and oh-so-pretty hair and makeup.

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When it comes to big-day inspiration, check out “DIY Charm” for totally unique ways to personalize your wedding. Now, you needn’t feel that you have to DIY everything (who has the time?), but a few of these noteworthy touches are sure to wow your guests.

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We know that trying to find the best wedding pros (photographer, florist, caterer, musicians, etc.) can be a daunting task, so we put together an essential list of “must-ask” questions for each of your pros. Take these with you on your appointments, and you’ll easily determine which pro is the best choice.

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It goes without saying: The budget is uppermost in your mind. Relax! In our “Cuisine Control” feature, we provide some of the smartest ways to save on a huge chunk of the bill — food and drinks. You’ll find over 50 savvy tips on how to easily cut costs without compromising on the cocktails, food, and fun.

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After all the wedding festivities are over, the good times continue with a dream trip of a lifetime. Where to go? To help you decide, we take you on a trip around the world to honeymoon-perfect locales, like Mexico:

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Hawaii:

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and the ever-popular Caribbean:

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And if you’ve ever admired the scenery in one of your favorite films, then you’ll love discovering where movie — and honeymoon! — magic is made. From Budapest to Oahu, Toronto to Santa Fe, we’ll tell you the cinema favorites that were filmed there and the most romantic places for you and your new husband to stay. After all, you two celebs deserve your own star treatment!

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This is just a sampling of what the November/December issue has to offer. Real weddings, bridesmaids’ dresses, and chic accessories, along with tips on how to determine your wedding style, select your reception site, and more, will have you keeping this issue on hand for months to come. We promise, you’re going to have the best wedding ever!

—Diane Forden