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Top 10 Disney Wedding Photos

There's something about Disney that feels oh-so-magical, even as an adult. In honor of Lillian & Walt Disney, who tied the knot on July 13, 1925, we've highlighted our favorite photos of couples basking in Disney joy on their big day. Starting with...

Lillian & Walt Disney

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The Disney founders celebrated their 30th anniversary in Disneyland a few days before the park's grand opening. Since Disney Fairy Tale Weddings first launched in 1991, another 40,000 couples have celebrated their nuptials in the parks.

Amber & Frank

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Photo courtesy of Disney Fine Art Photography and Video

 "We love Disney and fell in love at Disney so I cannot think of a better place to start our lives together," said Amber. "Oh, and the families did not mind the vacation either." We love how they stayed true to the playful theme of their wedding with matching, bright blue sneakers!

Long and Flowy Veils

Guest blogger: Rosanna Casper, co-founder of Idojour.com, a new wedding website where brides, grooms, family and friends can purchase a stylish and affordable mix of beautifully curated pieces. Designed to make wedding planning all the more inspiring and enjoyable, Idojour offers accessories and apparel for your wedding weekend, complemented by both inspirational and practical content. Rosanna oversees content, among many other things, and makes sure that everything comes together beautifully on the site.

Here, Rosanna discusses how to find the perfect veil.

Wearing a veil is one of the oldest wedding traditions — and a fun one, too! A few weeks ago, we looked at short and sweet veils, and today, we're sharing some options for brides who prefer longer, flowy veils.

guide to veils

 

Keep in mind the following when shopping for your veil:

► Your veil should complement your look, not compete with it.
► Simple gowns will offset any intricate lace or beadwork on your veil.
► Heavily beaded or laced gowns look best with sheer or transparent fabric veils (silk chiffon, voile, or organza).
► A blusher, a single layer worn over your face during procession, can be added to any veil.

Now, onto the long veils!

Keeping the Romance Alive—Thousands of Miles Apart

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For most couples, the first year of marriage is usually wedded bliss. As your lives begin to intertwine and mesh into one, it’s not uncommon to see the glow on a newlywed’s face, long after the honeymoon’s over. Although we did have one short week together after getting married, my husband Michael and I have had to experience the aforementioned bliss over the phone, not in person. Like many other military couples, we have to think of creative ways to keep the romance alive.

We talk as often as our schedule allows. However, it's difficult to find time because of our packed schedules and the nine and a half hour time difference (between New York and Afghanistan, where Michael is deployed). We try to talk about twice a week, but we send Facebook messages more often, almost every day. There’s nothing like seeing his number and hearing his voice, even if we have to deal with a three-second delay and lack of privacy on his end.

We’ve only seen each other once since he’s left. I learned more about his deployment during those two weeks we shared in New York than I had in six months of back-and-forth phone calls. There's something about being face-to-face that fosters a special type of intimacy where you open up and say things you just can’t during a 30-minute phone conversation. I won’t experience that again until he comes home for good in November.

Fun Ideas for Your Wedding Sendoff

We real brides are constantly planning ahead, painstakingly plotting all the grand details of our big day. One thing you definitely don't want to forget: The exit. I honestly don't know what Corey and I are doing for ours, because as a fun surprise, my mom is coordinating it! I can't wait to see what she has up her sleeve. Sure, it'll be tough to top a dramatic, long walk down the aisle for your entrance, but if you plan it right, the exit from your ceremony or wedding party can be just as memorable. Here are some romantic, funny, unique exit ideas we love.

How to Plan an Affordable Honeymoon

What could be better than boarding a plane with your new hubby and jetting off to a breathtaking locale, where you can (finally) spend some romantic time alone? But travel — whether for your honeymoon or anytime thereafter — often comes with out-of-this-world price tags. Peggy Knipp, a honeymoon expert and the Senior Travel Specialist at Honeymoons Galore travel agency, says her clients spend anywhere between $4,500 to $20,000 on their honeymoon (not too far off from the cost of an average American wedding). Here's how to plan an incredible post-wedding trip for less, no matter what your budget is.

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Photo courtesy of Kamalame Cay

Jessica Biel Had "No Say Whatsoever" in the Design of Her Engagement Ring

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In the latest issue of InStyle, Jessica Biel opens up about her engagement to Justin Timberlake

"I had no say whatsoever [in the ring]. I don't micromanage," she told InStyle. "He is fearless in his choices and has a real eye for design. And I'll be honest: He has better taste than I do."

I'll be honest, too: I told my husband exactly what I wanted for my ring — a round-cut solitaire with a white gold band. I think I even drew him a picture at one point. And he was so grateful that I did — ring shopping can be overwhelming for a guy who doesn't have JT's "eye for design," and the last thing he wanted to do was present me with a ring that wasn't my style. 

Tell us: Did you and your fiancé talk about the ring beforehand? Or did he pick it out by himself (or with some help from a little birdie like your mom or BFF)? 

—Kristen O'Gorman Klein

Photo Credit: Josh Shearer/iStock

Madonna Helps One Fan Propose to Her Boyfriend

During her July 8 concert in Amsterdam, Madonna heard a rumor that someone in the crowd was planning to propose that evening. And she gave the excited bride-to-be the chance to propose in front of a few hundred thousand other fans! 

"Do it with feeling. From your heart, baby," Madonna advised the woman before handing over the mic. 

Check out the proposal (starting at 1:00)!

Madonna's marriage advice for the happy couple? "Never go to bed angry."

Tell us: Would you propose in public? Would you want to be proposed to in public? 

—Kristen O'Gorman Klein

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