10 Sweet Ideas for a Literary-Themed Wedding

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A library is a charming venue for your big day — you're surrounded by some greatest love stories in literature. Say 'I do' with vintage book centerpieces, card catalog escort card displays, and custom-wrapped books to hold your vows. Here are our favorite library and book-inspired décor ideas to make any reception space a literary masterpiece.

1. Get creative with your table numbers by incorporating charming vintage books.

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Tip of the Day: For a modern take on a bouquet toss, skip the "next to marry" significance and have the emcee announce thay whichever guest catches the flowers will have their biggest dream come true. Or you could do a bouquet presentation to the mothers of the bride and groom as a lovely tribute, instead.

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Adorable! 16 Pugs Help Man Pop the Question

It must be puppy love! Ed Grant popped the question to his long-term girlfriend, Alexandra Justins, in Central Park recently with the help of some furry friends. The 27-year-old Brits were visiting The Big Apple on a four-day vacation. 

The groom-to-be tells The Today Show that "I have never seen Alex happier than when she sees a pug so I thought I would make her super happy (by seeing 16 at once), and then I hoped even happier by proposing to her!" 

A few weeks prior to their trip, Grant contacted the New York City Pug Meetup Group to see if a couple of members would be interested in participating in the tail-wagging surprise that he had planned for Justins. He received an enthusiastic response from the pet owners.

On Oct. 27, the couple took a romantic boat ride through Central Park, followed by lunch and champagne, while the pug party team assembled on the Bow Bridge, one of New York City's most iconic landmarks. (Hundreds of proposals have taken place there, but this just may be the cutest one we've ever heard of!) The second-oldest cast-iron bridge in America is named for its graceful shape, which resembles the bow of a violin or archer.

Grant led his girlfriend there under the guise of "taking a picture," where the pack of pugs — including Poppy, Mr. Shiznit, Gus, Hamilton, Finn, Ed, Annabelle, and Bailey — were waiting with heart-shaped helium balloons tied to their collars. Justins could barely contain her excitement and gave an ecstatic "yes!" Afterwards, the couple went out for celebratory drinks with all 16 pugs and 10 pet owners.

Trend We Love: Rock 'n Roll Accessories

Glitterati alert: Express your inner rock star on your big day with some beautiful gunmetal-tinted bling. When shopping for this look, search for darker oxidized silver jewlery. By nature, oxidized silver gives off a more edgy rock 'n roll vibe.  

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Credits left to right: 1. Emerald Cut Rhinestone Necklace by Amanda Pearl. 2. Crystal small heart stud earrings at BetseyJohnson.com.  3. Ivory crystal roll clutch by Amanda Pearl. 4. Badgley Mischka white satin and crystal pump. 5. Embroidered crystal feather-Skirt cocktail dress by Lela Rose. 6. Clear crystal earrings by Noir Jewelry. 7. Diamond star earrings by Finn Jewelry. 8. Crystal-heel silk-satin sandals by Miu Miu. 9. Feather Swarovski crystal hairclip by Jennifer Behr.

—Naima DiFranco

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Holiday-Inspired Engagement Photos

Taking your engagement pictures soon? Make those photos work double-duty by also getting a cute shot for your holiday cards! Here, check out some of our favorite ideas.

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