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So you found the perfect partner and he "put a ring on it." Now what? It's time to plan the most incredible day of your life and New York City is the perfect spot. The city is full of diversity, food innovation, world-renowned event and wedding planners, and iconic fashion retailers. With one-of-a-kind venues, from rooftop restaurants and exposed-brick beer halls to galleries and historic hotels full of glamour and opulence, there’s just about something for every bride.

While weddings can be synonymous with an open bar and lots of booze, more and more couples are opting out of this convention.

Deciding where to go on your honeymoon can be one of the most exciting, but overwhelming tasks to check off. Maybe you're an adventurous couple and want to do fun, challenging activities during your trip instead of lying on a beach. Or, you both want to jet off to somewhere untraditional for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Before your trip down the aisle, you want to maintain that blushing-bride glow all day (and evening) long. Through tears, sweat, and the long-awaited kiss, your makeup should stay in place while also making you look as beautiful as you feel. There is no shortage of makeup artists who will be vying for your business for the big day. It may feel overwhelming, as your choices are vast. Asking a few important questions can help you select a professional who will fit your needs.

For more than 80 years, Alfred Angelo has been helping brides and bridesmaids find their dream dresses, but as of yesterday, the retailer quietly shut down all of their stores. Imagine purchasing your dress for an upcoming wedding and now not knowing if you'll ever receive the gown you already paid for. Or, heading to the bridal salon to pick up your gown to find it shut down with no notice. Unfortunately, that seems to be the reality for brides and bridesmaids across the country.

All too often we hear horror stories from brides who purchased wedding gowns or bridesmaid dresses online only to have a garment arrive that looks nothing like the photo that was advertised. While ordering from online retailers or large department stores might seem convenient and cost-saving, brides-to-be and bridesmaids often end up having to splurge on extensive alterations, find replacements, or go back and forth in an attempt to get a refund — and that’s if the gowns arrives in time.