Cheat Your Way to a Celeb-Style Wedding

Celeb weddings are a not-so-secret indulgence.  Between the glamorous head-to-toe outfits, the unbelievable luxury, and all of the fanfare leading up to the celebration, we eat it up by the spoonful. And while most brides don't have a celebrity-sized budget, there are a few key pieces that can be worked into your wedding day without accruing that sky-high price tag.

So without further ado, here are 10 steal-worthy tips for translating the details from our favorite celeb weddings into your big day:

1. Pack those bags and get ready to jet set!
Destination weddings are "oh so celeb" — think Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel's Italian nuptials or Stacy Keibler's recent Punta Mita "I do." Hosting your nuptials abroad helps you pare down the guest list and with the beauty of a far flung locale, décor is at a minimum. Plus, you have your honeymoon spot already built in. Another great option is a semi-destination wedding at a domestic locale or even your hometown, which will still give your guests the experience of traveling somewhere new.

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Photo Credit: Clary Pfeiffer

Etiquette Q&A: "Whose Parents Walk First During the Processional?"

parents at wedding ceremonyQ. When walking up the church aisle, who goes first, the bride’s mother or the groom’s parents?

A. The groom’s parents precede the bride’s mother during the processional. Here’s a rundown: After the ushers have seated all of the guests, the grandparents start up the aisle, followed by the groom’s parents. Then the bride’s mother takes her turn. She is the last to be seated before the bridal party procession begins.

—Diane Forden

Photo Credit: Robin Jolin

Watch: This Sweet Proposal Video Was Shot in 26 Countries!

During his college career, Jack Hyer spent a total of four months abroad, traveling over 100,000 miles visiting 26 different countries around the world. The University of Montana graduate proves he'd walk 500 more miles to be the man who marries Rebecca Strellnauer, his college sweetheart, in a touching and funny proposal video that he created for her!

"I've seen the world and back. I've been on many adventures. I've traveled on elephant, on camelback, hiked to the lowest point on the earth and I've gotten to see some of the highest. But the best adventure I've had was loving Becca," he says. 

In fact, he knew she was The One from the moment he met her. After going out on their first date, which took place on September 30, 2010, he wrote in his travel journal that "I'm going to marry this girl eventually."

After this life-changing epiphany, it took him four years of planning to bring his proposal vision to life. The end result features Hyer lip-syncing to "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)" by The Proclaimers at iconic destinations including Ankor Wat, the Serengeti Desert, The Great Wall of China, The Golden Gate Bridge and more. Sure, the camera is a little shaky at times and the lip-dubbing can be off, but that's what makes it even more adorable:

Hyer proposed on May 17, the night of their college graduation, under the guise of showing her his 'graduation video.'

Congratulations to the happy couple! 

Plus, check out 48 Heartwarming Proposal Stories.

Tell us: How did your fiancé propose?

—Stefania Sainato

Wedding Weight-Loss: Say "Yes" to the Dress?

Two weekends ago, I had my first gown-shopping appointment at Kleinfeld Bridal in Manhattan, and it was as amazing as I'd always dreamed it would be. Ever since I was a little girl, I imagined trying on the beautiful white wedding gowns at Kleinfeld and finding the dress of my dreams, which (kind of) happened! Although some people poke fun at the whole “Kleinfeld experience,” I have to disagree, because the way I felt that day was the way every bride should feel when going to find “the dress.”

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I brought along my mother, my sister (my matron of honor), my best friend Heather (my maid of honor), and my aunt (and personal trainer) Bonne Marcus. When I walked in, I instantly got excited because they were filming Say Yes to the Dress in the showroom that day, which was pretty cool. Deborah Asprea was my bridal consultant, and she was phenomenal! If you are planning a trip to Kleinfeld, you should absolutely request her. She was attentive, helpful, and so sweet.

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Plan an Adventurous Honeymoon in Tanzania

Wanderlust. For most people, it’s a daydream. For me, it’s a job hazard. Every year, as I examine the world’s most romantic places, there’s one that becomes my ultimate must-visit. This time, the honor fell to Tanzania, the East African country that encompasses the fabled Serengeti plains and the spice island of Zanzibar. The fascinating country has a plethora of wildlife, cultural sites and amazing hotels.

 

Insider Tip: There's a reason safari wear is khaki — the tsetse fly (which can cause sleeping sickness) is drawn to black and navy.

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Plan an Adventurous Honeymoon in Tanzania

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