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August 9th

Photo Credit: Leigh Skaggs Photography

Tip of the Day: Before they walk down the aisle, show bridesmaids where to hold their bouquets so that some don't hold it up too high or down too low. Also show the men how they’ll position their hands during the ceremony. Photos will be taken of the groomsmen lineup, so ask them all to keep their hands in their pockets or at their sides for consistency. 

Plus, check out 30 fun bridal party photos

DIY Wedding Hair: Top Knot

This season, the top knot hairstyle was a fave on the bridal runways. Needless to say, when I tried it at home, it did not feel polished and "white carpet ready." But last week, I received this fun DIY updo kit by stylist Theodore Leaf. With his kit, I created a gorgeous updo. While filming NBC's hit show Fashion Star with Suave Professionals, Theodore Leaf created a lovely top knot. "We did a knot, and everyone wanted to try it" said Leaf.

top knot hairstyle

After researching and developing, the "Bored With Your Hair Top Knot Kit" was created! In three easy steps, you can have a classic yet sleek look to last all day. And the best part — no straighteners, irons, or styling skills needed.

"I created the 'Bored With Your Hair Top Knot Kit' so that girls could have everything they need to create perfect top knot every time," said Leaf. The kit is available in three colors: Blonde, Brunette and Black, for $20 at boredwithyourhair.com.

Here, the video, complement to this easy kit. Check it out for yourself....

—Naima DiFranco

Throw an Eco-Friendly Wedding (Without Sacrificing Style)

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Weddings offer an amazing opportunity to make a difference. In addition to saving energy, conserving resources, and decreasing pollution, imagine what a boost green brides and grooms can give to sustainable businesses. Other than a house, a wedding is generally the most expensive thing a young couple will ever “buy”. Brides feel a lot of pressure to make everyone happy and are willing to spend whatever it takes — the average cost is around $27,000 these days — to make their wedding “perfect.” Many couples even go into debt to pay for their weddings. Part of having a green wedding is conserving resources — including money.

These days, you don’t need to sacrifice style or beauty to have an eco-friendly wedding. As celebrities like Natalie Portman have shown us, the only difference between a green bride and a bride who doesn’t know about eco-chic alternatives is that creating her fabulous wedding has less impact on human health and the environment.

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August 8th

Photo Credit: Google Maps

Tip of the Day: Provide directions to your ceremony and reception locations in your wedding invitation, not just the addresses. Test-drive them ahead of time to ensure that the route is easy to follow and guests have all the info they need. Don't just take it for granted that Google Maps or your venue will provide the best directions from all major highways—you don't want to get any frantic calls from guests before your walk down the aisle!

Plus, check out how to word the address on your invitations.

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