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Q. "I’ve been told that we should have our wedding invitations hand canceled. What does this mean?"

Our fashion editor, Naima DiFranco, is reporting from the bridal runway shows in Chicago. Here, check out the most buzzed-about gowns from Monday's shows. Plus, catch up on the hottest gowns from this weekend's shows ►

1. Sottero & Midgley

Vintage-inspired gowns are making a comeback! We love this modern take on '70s-inspired bell sleeves.

Our latest issue is filled with fabulous fashions, amazing reception ideas, smart planning tips and incredible honeymoons! Guaranteed, you’ll find everything you need to know to plan a dream wedding and an unforgettable getaway.

There are gorgeous gowns that celebrate your personal style, from boho-chic:

My family and I often joke about the funny sayings my mother has; most notably, “Once you get engaged, you fight — a lot.” We all laughed her off when she first shared this gem with us. However, I now understand where she was coming from after having gone through the wedding-planning process.

Our fashion editor, Naima DiFranco, is reporting from the bridal runway shows in Chicago. Check out the most buzzed-about gowns from this past weekend:

1. Cristiano Lucci

Talk about a show-stopper! An illusion lace bodice juxtaposed with a sleek and simple skirt is equal parts sophisticated and sultry.

I’m a huge fan of socially conscious companies that make a dedicated effort to assist those in need. Their commitments — to make contributions that will help ease poverty, improve living conditions and encourage employment and education around the world — should inspire us all.

Here, a few companies whose products are ideal for your registry list, the wedding day, or as gifts to bridesmaids, friends and family.

Math lovers have been celebrating Pi Day for years, and this year marked a significant one — at 9:26:53 a.m. and p.m., the date and time together represented the first 10 digits of π: 3.141592653.

While planning your wedding, there may come a time (OK, it may happen a few times) where you'll want to throw your hands up in the air and give up. You may think that this is only happening to you, but as a professional wedding planner, I can assure you that most brides experience the same dilemmas. It's how you deal with those struggles that define your wedding-planning experience.

Do you and your partner share an obsession for koalas? Are you all about the llamas? Do you have a pack of dogs living under your roof? If you're an animal lover, you're probably wondering how exactly you can involve those furry friends in your wedding ceremony. Go beyond the dove release with these six animal wedding guests we'd love to see at more weddings.

1. Elevate your event with elephants.