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CONTENTS
Bridal Guide September/October 2019
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FASHION & BEAUTY 34 COVER STYLE
How to get that beautiful look.
38 STYLE FILE: BRIDES
Ethereal, gossamer chic; red-alert dressing; finding inspo in the sea.
44 ALL THAT GLITTERS
Go solo or stacked with these stylish wedding bands.
46 DESIGNER PROFILE
Superstar designer Vera Wang launches a groomswear line.
50 BEAUTY FILE
Showstopping makeup and hair ideas from the bridal runways.
62 BODY FILE
Healthy food-prep registry picks.
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110 SUMMER OF LOVE
A look at our favorite wedding-dress trends this season.
116 OBJECTS OF DESIRE
Classic pearls and some things blue.
120 RUNWAY REPORT
High necklines, embellished suiting, feathered minis and more.
ON THE COVER • 625 Insta-worthy Ideas: Cakes,
Flowers, Decor & More • It’s Here...Your Perfect Dress:
Chic Styles at Every Price, p.109 • Make It Fun! 30 New Ways to
Wow Your Guests, p.64
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• Vera Wang’s Top Tips for a
Stylish Groom, p.46 • Star Sign Secrets: Your
Planning Horoscope, p.92 • “We Spent Too Much!” Real
Brides’ Money Mistakes, p.100
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beauty file
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner
MAKEUP
SHOW
STOPPERS Go big with bold curls or walk down the aisle with barely-there makeup via inspiration from this season’s hottest runway looks. by Anna Smutny WINGING IT Sultry Shadow Draw winged liner with a liquid pen. Then top with a cream liner for a smokier look.
Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Sheer Caramello
Stila Convertible Lip and Cheek Cream in Camellia
To enhance the entrancemaking gowns at Berta’s show, makeup artist Charlie Riddle used Stila Cosmetics to craft a sexy, defined eye offering a subtle touch of glam. GET THE LOOK: Start with medium coverage foundation and lightly apply blush to the apples of the cheek for color. Use a thin tip brush to line lashes, smudging to create a diffused cat eye and then swipe lashes with mascara. Finish by glossing lips to amplify their natural color.
Avoid a caked-on look by applying foundation only to problem areas for a natural looking glow.
To complement the light and airy looks at Mira Zwillinger’s show, makeup artist Samantha Agostino opted for a clean complexion with just a touch of pink on the cheeks and feathered brows to achieve an ethereal, romantic vibe. Shine Bright Apply the same highlighter to your cheeks and eyelids for continuous luminosity.
GET THE LOOK: Apply a creamy foundation or concealer only in areas that need slight coverage for natural looking skin. Lightly enhance the cheeks with a peach blush and highlighter combo. Finish by swiping mascara on lashes for subtle emphasis. Becca x Chrissy Teigen Glow Face Palette
Bobbi Brown Cream Stick Foundation
PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF DESIGNERS
AU NATUREL
planning notebook
HOROSCOPE choice, with a judge or mayor officiating. Think quality over quantity when it comes to guests, food and flowers. You might be thinking about a “green” wedding, with vegetarian or vegan options or locally sourced cuisine.
LIBRA September 23-October 22
Your innate sense of elegance is sure to imbue anything you create with refined sophistication. Readings for your ceremony could include the Libra themes of love, cooperation and collaboration. A sit-down dinner or lunch suits your style, as do themes like Valentine’s Day, a garden party or a wine tasting.
Astrologer Karen Christino offers wedding-planning perfection by looking to the stars in her new book. Here, some tips.
ARIES March 21-April 19
You’re a casual, lively person and want your big day to reflect that. Rollicking themes like Fourth of July (with fireworks) or rock ’n’ roll hold appeal. You might enjoy a public garden, a ski resort or a hilly area with a view of the countryside. You love to surround yourself with friends, so find a venue large enough to hold them all.
TAURUS April 20-May 20
You prefer a smaller guest list of close family and friends to a larger group. Your love of nature may prompt you to marry in a botanical garden or park. You wouldn’t mind a formal or traditional wedding, but you’ll want to keep it romantic with personal vows or the reading of a favorite poem.
GEMINI May 21-June 20
Geminis are versatile, but no matter what, your wedding must be lively and fun. Invite all your friends and family and have as many attendants as you can. A casual buffet afternoon or a cocktail reception might suit, but you wouldn’t mind if the celebration extended over an entire weekend.
Think about a backyard tent, a park picnic lunch or a country-club tea party.
CANCER June 21-July 22
Your home is the center of your universe, so why not consider a reception there? Cancer is a water sign, so other choices include venues nears lakes, rivers and brooks—or take over a seaside restaurant for a day. Family is important so you may want to involve them in the ceremony.
LEO July 23- August 22
Plan a fabulous processional and take your time in a grand receiving line. As a natural performer you might want to sing a song, and of course you’ll want to feature the best band or DJ you can find. In keeping with your performative bent, you may be thinking about having your ceremony or reception at a concert hall or theater, in a castle or at the edge of a dramatic forest.
Scorpios tend to be quiet by nature, yet very attentive to the outside world. Nothing misses your scrutiny. You’re drawn to wedding settings such as a vineyard or even a natural history museum; your sophisticated side calls for a country club, or boutique hotel setting. Intrigued by the metaphysical, you might like to feature tarot or palm readings at the reception.
SAGITTARIUS November 22-December 21
Sagittarius is the most good-natured of zodiac signs, with an optimistic outlook. You want to shout your love from the rooftops and do things up in a big way—with as many guests as possible.You could be thinking destination wedding, but other Sag settings include a zoo, baseball field or refurbished barn. And many a Sagittarian has had the urge to just elope to Vegas!
CAPRICORN December 22-January 19
August 23-September 22
You love tradition and can embrace it in many ways. Capricorn settings include a rooftop garden, penthouse, estate, mansion or mountain resort. Your theme may be historic: the Victorian era or motifs from the 1920s or 1950s. Consider a horse-drawn carriage to transport you in style. Take a little time to rehearse your first kiss as man and wife. Love for you is serious business!
Many Virgos prefer a no-frills style. No wonder you may be leaning toward low-key and minimal. A civil service might be your
Adapted from Your Wedding Astrologer, by Karen Christino, Adams Media.
VIRGO
PHOTOGRAPHY: MCKENZIE DEAKINS
A COSMIC AFFAIR
SCORPIO October 23-November 21
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TIERS OF JOY
TERRY DOYLE
Ballgown with thin straps, floral princess bodice with side illusion cut outs and asymmetrically tiered tulle skirt, about $2,500, by Blush by Hayley Paige; jlmboutique.com. Earrings by Bel Aire Bridal; belairebridal.com. Ivory lace cuffs by Aristocrafts; etsy.com/ shop/aristocrafts.
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A-line dress with sheer embellished bodice and a pleated lace skirt, about $1,199 by Whistles; whistles.com. Earrings and cuff by Atelier Mon; ateliermon.com. Ring by Maison Miru; maisonmiru. com. Shoes by Loeffler Randall; loefflerrandall.com. FASHION EDITOR: Kate Watson ART DIRECTOR: Mary Cate Godfrey HAIR: Louis Angelo at Judy Casey MAKEUP: Keiko Hiramoto at Bryan Bantry
Photographed at Wave Hill, a public garden and cultural center in New York, New York. 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, celebrate your first dance in historic Armor Hall at Wave Hill House and photograph the bridal party at the Aquatic Garden. Armor Hall welcomes up to 130 guests with room for a small band and dance floor. For more info, go to wavehill.org. 000
RUNWAY REPORT by Kate Watson
EISEN STEIN
GRACY ACCAD
LELA ROSE
VIKTOR&ROLF
studs or dainty details? Choose an FANCY PANTS Allover ornamented ensemble that suits your taste. SUZANNE NEVILLE
KATHERINE TASH
Long-sleeve lace gowns with elevated necklines make for a distinctively elegant look.
COSTARELLOS
TAKE COVER
MIRA ZWILLINGER
TARIK EDIZ
DAALARNA
BERTA
This season’s high-impact trend peaked with sophisticated, raised necklines, steep skirt slits, striking feathered minis and wow-worthy suits with unique embellishments.
INBAL DROR
NICOLE COLLECTION
REEM ACRA
PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF DESIGNERS
LEG WORK
Make an alluring entrance in a sexy, high-slit skirt. BERTA
PRONOVIAS
JENNY PACKHAM
THEIA
WATTERS
GALIA LAHOV
VICTORIA KYRIAKIDES
NAEEM KHAN
Wear an eye-catching, feathered mini dress for a radiant show of flirtatious glamour.
ALL RISE
A Special Supplement to
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2019
& Destination Wedding Destination W edding Guide Romantic Classics
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WHERE TO WED IN SAN ANTONIO
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HOW TO STAY HEALTHY AWAY FROM HOME
Mangia! A Look at Italy and Its Fabulous Food
Sunny Hideaways
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