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Bridal Guide January/February 2023
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FASHION & BEAUTY 16 COVER STYLE
How to get that beautiful look.
18 STYLE FILE: BRIDES
“Emily in Paris” inspo; city-chic dressing; eyelet and lace.
ON THE COVER • The 2023 Trends Report: What’s happening now and what’s ahead, p. 32
22 ALL THAT GLITTERS All hail the crown!
26 BEAUTY FILE
• Dazzling dresses, shoes, jewelry...must-have looks fresh off the runway, pp. 18, 22, 47
Power up these high-tech tools for complexion perfection.
47 SUPER NATURAL
• 50+ easy ways to get more for less, p. 42
....super-chic, super-pretty wedding dressing.
• Our stay-calm survival guide, p. 36
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Bridal Guide January/February 2023
WEDDING PLANNING 28 PARTY PLANNER
A chic rooftop wedding in New York City.
32 WEDDING TRENDS 2023
Top tastemakers share all that’s sparking joy in wedding planning, ’23. by Carol Straley
36 CRISIS AVERTED
Do away with big-day disasters with these tips. by Elena Donovan Mauer
40 PLANNING NOTEBOOK Sweet talk from top pastry chefs.
41 ASK DAVID TUTERA
Our guru answers your biggest questions.
60 WEDDING ALBUM
A father of the bride plans his daughter’s wedding.
NEWS & FEATURES
Get more online at bridalguide.com
14 WEDDING Q&A
PERSONALIZE YOUR CEREMONY Make your ceremony unforgettable with the ideas at bridalguide.com/ceremonyideas
Etiquette questions and answers.
42 IMPRESS FOR LESS
Money-saving strategies for every element of the wedding. by Elaine Stuart
ECO-FRIENDLY SWAPS Learn how to reduce your wedding’s carbon footprint at bridalguide.com/ecofriendly DRESS YOUR WEDDING PARTY Create a cohesive wedding-party look at bridalguide.com/cohesive
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TRAVEL NEWS 71 WEDDINGS AWAY
Consider the enduring charm of00 Charleston, South Carolina.
72 RESORT ROUNDUP
Hit the road in a luxury auto at one of these luxe properties.
76 REAL DESTINATION WEDDING One couple made big memories with their epic wedding celebration in Puerta Vallarta, Mexico.
90 REAL DESTINATION WEDDING
A hometown event got a wed-away feel in photogenic Tucson.
96 FIRST LOOK
The chic Madrid Edition opens.
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A DIY-er’s dream (right): Flowers from “The Big Box: Save the Date,” Farmgirl Flower’s new style-it yourself assortment of 100 seasonal farm-fresh flowers and foliage to style your wedding in a sophisticated neutral palette. Channel your inner event planner and floral designer! Perfect for centerpieces, bridal bouquets, and more. Ships nationwide. farmgirlflowers.com Photographed at WAVE HILL, a public garden and cultural center in NY, NY. With its celebrated grounds and scenic views, the 28-acre estate offers a romantic setting for an unforgettable wedding. Exchange vows under the lushly planted Pergola overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades, celebrate your first dance in historic Armor Hall at Wave Hill House and photograph your wedding party by the Aquatic Garden. Armor Hall welcomes up to 130 guests with room for a small band and dance floor. wavehill.org
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Start Your Story Here In Charleston, hospitality is part of our culture, part of our heritage. It’s who we are, as reliable as the rhythm of the changing tides. We invite you to join us. From full-service resorts to inviting bed & breakfasts, Charleston offers something for every wedding style.
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Drive into the sunset with these hot wheels when you stay at some of the world’s most beautiful resorts. The classic European capital of Madrid welcomes a decidedly modern and ultra-chic hideaway. Go for the ’gram when you swap vows in charming Charleston. And steal their destination planning secrets—one couple shares their spectacular Mexican wedding album, another shows their favorite side of Tucson, Arizona.
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