Harry Styles had the performance of a lifetime this past weekend — playing Best Man at his mum's second wedding! The 19-year-old One Direction singer walked mother Anne Cox down the aisle as she married longtime partner Robin Twist, who helped raise Styles after his parents divorce (when he was just seven years old). The nuptials took place at Pecks Restaurant in Chesire, England.

The 19-year-old "Kiss You" and "That's What Makes You Beautiful" crooner shared the honorable title with his step-brother, Mike, while his sister, Gemma, acted as Maid of Honor. He and the groom wore matching suits from Burberry for the special occasion, accessorized with a white rose on the lapel (to match Mom's bouquet).

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As if the whole thing couldn't get any sweeter, he reportedly sang "Isn't She Lovely," which was his audition song for X Factor, the show that catapulted the band into stardom! Swoon. According to The Daily Mail, Styles has always been vocal about his close relationship with his mother, saying, "I tell her everything and she knows the truth."

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Guest blogger: Nicole Lapin, Editor-in-Chief of Recessionista.com. She is the founder and CEO of Nothing But Gold Productions, a multimedia production company focused on creating accessible financial content across television, print and digital platforms. Lapin is the former anchor of CNBC’s "Worldwide Exchange," the only global show on the network. Lapin was also a contributor on MSNBC and served as a personal finance expert on NBC’s "Today Show." Prior to CNBC, Lapin was the youngest anchor ever on CNN.

So you’ve been chosen as your gal pal to be one of her bridesmaids. Congrats! We’re sure you’re thrilled, as you should be. But guess who’s less than thrilled? Your wallet. The truth is, after the dress, accessories, travel expenses, gifts…being in someone’s wedding is downright pricey. In fact, a recent poll conducted by American Express found that bridal party attendants spent an average of $577 in 2012, which is about $200 more than the year prior. So what’s a gal to do?

First things first, speak with your bride or the Maid of Honor about any budget concerns immediately after accepting the position. This will ensure that everyone is on the same page with what they can afford, and will lessen the chance of uncomfortable money conversations down the road.

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Billy Idol may have made white weddings famous in the 1980s, but we’re still digging the idea for 2013! White wedding details are anything but boring, and they offer some clear benefits. They’re easy (no more trying to explain the difference between sage green and pistachio green!), versatile (think lace table linens for a vintage wedding and sleek white chairs for a modern wedding), and classic.

Here are some of our favorite white wedding ideas: 

I am a creature of habit in the kitchen — as well as a bit of a cookware snob. When I cook (which is almost every night), it's only with enameled cast iron or plain cast iron pans, the same kind my parents always used. It actually never occured to me to try stainless steel for anything other than heating up water for coffee or tea. That is, until I had the chance to test-drive a sauté pan from Cristel, the esteemed French cookware company. 

Cristel's innovative design was the initial draw, and with good reason: The handles on the Strate Removable line are detachable and interchangeable. Remove the long handle and attach two smaller grips and voilà: table-worthy serve ware right from the stove. You also get more room in the sink come cleanup time, along with easier storage capabilities, a particular advantage to the cabinet-challenged. 

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We've gathered some of our favorite DIY tutorials for the bride who wants to incorporate a handmade element in her wedding, but isn’t prepared (or able) to spend hours and hundreds of dollars sourcing all of the items required. These projects range from basic to more advanced and suit different wedding styles. Best of all, they can be prepared well in advance of your wedding to ensure that there aren't any last-minute panic attacks or dramas before the big day!

1. Glitter Table Numbers
Why we love them: This is such an easy way to add a little sparkle to your wedding tables! Not only is glitter festive, but the metallic functions as a neutral, making this a great addition to any color palette.