Tabla de contenidos para August/September 2017 en Brides

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COLD SHOULDER The bridal interpretation of the chic, sexy exposedshoulder trend is super romantic—and offers just a hint of arm coverage. The neckline is low-cut to show off your décolletage, but it’s still comfortable thanks to thin shoulder straps. JUMPSUIT If you want to go the unexpected route—or if Solange Knowles is your style muse—a bridal jumpsuit could be the look for you. This silhouette is loose and flowing, accentuates your waist, and makes your legs seem a mile long. HIGH NECK The ruffled high neck of this dress frames your face and creates a long line for an overall effect that is modern yet feminine. The figurefriendly cut ensures cleavage coverage (crucial for anyone with a big bust!). TAKE A CUE FROM YOUR CLOSET TO FIND THE MOST FLATTERING…

LOOSE WAVES Your texture is relaxed and beachy. Keep the look casual by minimizing scalp oil, which can migrate down the hair shaft and flatten waves. HAIR CARE Eliminate oil by shampooing the scalp and conditioning only the ends. “The scalp is where dirt and sebum get trapped,” says Chadwick Pendley, a hairstylist at Ouidad by Chadwick & Igor in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Wash strands every other day—or the morning of your wedding. BODY-DEFINING INGREDIENTS “Look for products that build texture,” Pendley says. Panthenol, a type of vitamin B5, helps thicken, and grapeseed oil will add a light shine. Try the Body Shop’s Grapeseed Glossing Serum ($12) or Evo Day of Grace Leave-In Conditioner ($33). CLASSIC CURLS These curls are great because of their unpredictability: Sometimes they’re loose spirals; other…

1 DOUBLE CLEANSE Oil is actually the best ingredient for removing impurities like makeup and sebum. Yoon says to wipe with an oil cleanser first, then follow with a mild water-based product. (Skip the oil-based cleanser in the a.m.) Try Kopari Coconut Cleansing Oil ($32; koparibeauty.com) and Simple Foaming Cleanser ($8; cvs.com). 2 EXFOLIATE SPARINGLY Coarse exfoliating beads can make skin susceptible to irritation, so Yoon recommends using gentle, natural exfoliants once a week (or twice, if your skin is oily). Try Province Apothecary Regenerating + Stimulating Exfoliator ($16; provinceapothecary .com), which contains soothing lavender and oatmeal. 3 TONE “A toner balances your skin’s pH,” which is essential for a flake-free, oil-free complexion, Yoon says. For oily skin, find one with pore-refining witch hazel, like Sunday Riley Martian Mattifying Melting…

CLASSIC Nestled in a remote area along the Arizona-Utah border, Amangiri rises from the majestic red rocks like a modern adobe oasis. The quiet surroundings will lull you into a peaceful and relaxed state of mind— especially when you’re sipping prickly-pear margaritas in the living-room bar. After heart-pumping activities (horseback riding, rock climbing, boating on Lake Powell), chill out in a complimentary yoga class, indulge in a red-clay body wrap, or go for a soak in the resort’s oversize heated pool. Rooms from $1,400. NEWCOMER It’s over seven hours by car from Dallas, but the artsy vibes in Marfa, Texas, have made it a magnet for tastemakers like Jenna Lyons and Derek Blasberg. In the middle of this cowboy country is El Cosmico, a creative retreat/campground with safari tents, Sioux-style…

1 / BE FLEXIBLE Allow some wiggle room in your dates to take advantage of cheaper seasonal or midweek rates: “Stay at resorts during the week and in cities on weekends—the opposite pattern of most travelers,” says travel adviser Jack Ezon of Ovation Vacations. 2 / CONSIDER DRIVING Compare prices on flights into all surrounding airports. A visit to the Grand Canyon can be more expensive if you fly into a regional airport like Flagstaff than if you drive less than three hours from Las Vegas—not to mention it adds a fun road trip to your itinerary. 3 / CASH IN POINTS Book flights or upgrade your room with accrued freebies. Also consider moving your desired dates to match pointsavailable flights and rooms. “It helped me save thousands on my…

CLASSIC The Plaza Hotel New York’s claim to fame may be Eloise, its fictional six-year-old resident, but checking into your newly revamped suite— with sparkly chandeliers, plush bedding, and marble bathrooms—will make you feel all grown up. Fill your days with breakfast at the gourmet Todd English Food Hall (there are 23 different vendors), high tea at the Palm Court, cocktails at the Champagne Bar, and facials at the city’s only Guerlain Spa. You’ll feel little need to venture outdoors—except for leisurely strolls across the street into Central Park, of course. Rooms from $400. NEWCOMER Firmdale Hotels is known for quirky-chic properties in London and the Crosby Street Hotel in SoHo, New York. Now the founders are bringing that aesthetic to Midtown with the Whitby Hotel. Every turn leads to…

DRESS REHEARSAL A month before their nups, Hannah and Brendan let us dress them up for a quick photo shoot in New York City. SWEET MOMENT For one of her wedding looks, Hannah wanted a “beautiful princess dress,” she says. Here’s one we picked for her. HAIR Nikki Nelms MAKEUP Yacine Diallo for Chanel Les Beiges at Bridge Artists MANICURE Roseann for Chanel Le Vernis at Art Department SET DESIGN Cooper Vasquez at the Magnet Agency A NEW YORK MINUTE Hannah Bronfman and Brendan Fallis did not set out to have a large wedding. “We’d had this enormous engagement party,” Hannah says, referring to their January 2016 fete for about 450 guests at the Four Seasons Restaurant in the Seagram Building, which her family helped build. (Her dad is financier…

SPECIAL SITES The bride and groom both have degrees in science and decided to say “I do” at the lab where Roddy worked in high school. The reception was held in his mom’s garden, with tables named after places they’ve visited. QUICK BITES Since food was their main priority, the couple booked their caterer, mini-app king Peter Callahan, first. “Sustainability is important to us, so he used in-season local ingredients,” Alex says. CONVERTIBLE SKIRT Alex rocked a simple gown with a detachable tulle overskirt, which she took off after the first dance. She knew she’d wear it again: “I plan to dye the slip dress black,” says the bride. SURPRISE PARTY Roddy deejays on the side, so he blasted music from a second tent to call guests over for an…

WHAT’S YOUR PERSONAL STYLE? One of the most fun parts of wedding planning is bringing your aesthetic and vibe to life through the decor, the details, and— where it all starts—the dress. A friend in fashion once told me that she wanted her gown to be “on trend but not trendy,” and if you have similar aspirations, we have the latest designs from Bridal Fashion Weeks in New York and Barcelona. Other brides-to-be cite “timelessness” as their top priority when selecting the One (dress, not beau), and “Cool Contrast” (page 200) was produced with that in mind: We shot gowns in classic silhouettes made modern by their minimalist details and tailoring in Bermuda, thanks in large part to star stylist (and Bermudian) Shiona Turini. To see how to infuse your…

THE ONE TRADITION BRIDESMAIDS WISH THEY COULD SKIP? “The wedding-party introduction after the wedding. It’s awkward.” “Buying a wedding gift on top of everything else.” “The hours of photos.” “Planning the shower. It’s expensive!” “The bouquet toss.” THE THANK-YOU GIFT WAS… “A nice bathrobe.” “A Sephora gift card.” “A personalized necklace.” “A spa day.” “The shoes worn in the wedding.” “A monogrammed tumbler.” 21% SPENT MORE THAN $1,000, INCLUDING THE DRESS, TRAVEL, AND ALL PRE-WEDDING EVENTS. 61% Had a one-night bachelorette bash. 39% Celebrated over a long weekend. WHERE DID YOU GO? “Charleston.” “A vineyard.” “New Orleans.” “A mountain house.” “Greece.” “Vegas.” 48% HELD THE BACHELORETTE ON THE SAME WEEKEND AS THE BACHELOR PARTY—AND 9% HAD A JOINT CELEBRATION! 68% PICKED THEIR OWN HAIRSTYLE FOR THE BIG DAY. WHAT DID…

Last fall, Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim, founders of womenswear brand Monse, were appointed co–creative directors of Oscar de la Renta. For their first bridal collection, the designers were inspired by de la Renta’s love of gardening, and they incorporated embroideries that looked like flowers and ferns. “We made sure our collection looked true to Oscar—the bows, the sashes—but in exciting, unconventional ways, like jumpsuits,” says Garcia. “We’re catering to existing Oscar brides and adding a new, fun, irreverent girl to the mix.”…

YOU’RE OVEREXTENDED When you’re stressed and feeling run-down, your body may release the hormone cortisol, which can cause your body to store fat. Research suggests that you can counteract this spike with adaptogenic minerals and herbs: They may help decrease your body’s reaction to stress. Amanda Chantal Bacon, owner of L.A. health mecca Moon Juice, recommends her shop’s adaptogenic powder Ashwagandha ($17), mixed into a daily smoothie. YOU’RE WORKING OUT LIKE CRAZY Excessive exercise can also cause cortisol to spike. “Exercise should be energizing,” says NYC doctor and health coach Frank Lipman, who works with Gwyneth Paltrow. “If you feel exhausted after, you’re doing too much.” Running around wedding planning can add to exhaustion, which can trigger overeating. Try alternating cardio with restorative yoga. YOU’RE NOT DIGESTING PROPERLY The healthier your…

PERSONALIZE THE MENU If there’s a dish you both love—or even one that brought you together—include it in the meal. We have a couple who want a mix of New York Jewish deli and Nicaraguan because it will represent both of their backgrounds. REALIZE THAT YOUR VENUE AFFECTS THE CATERING BUDGET If there’s no kitchen and refrigeration, we’ll have to rent it. If there are a lot of stairs between the kitchen and the reception, we’ll need more servers. If you have your heart set on a pig roast but you don’t have access to an outdoor area, it’s not going to work. BUYING CAN BE CHEAPER THAN RENTING We’re always sending people to Ikea to buy cloth napkins and votive candles. If you’re willing to do a little legwork…

CLASSIC Montage Palmetto Bluff’s 20,000 acres hug the May River, which you can ply by kayak or aboard Grace, a restored 1913 yacht. It’s a quick bike ride from your waterfront cottage to the pool or the River House Lounge for a PB smash (peanut-roasted bourbon and muddled strawberries). Or grab a sweet tea and take a seat on the Main Inn’s wraparound porch, a Carolina afternoon tradition known as “porchin’.” Rooms from $295. NEWCOMER With its contemporarymeets– southern traditional decor, 86 Cannon offers a decidedly cool vision for a five-room 1860s Charleston house. In February, husbandand- wife duo Marion and Lori Hawkins (and their canine “innkeepers,” Sally and Gus) opened the place near King Street, the city’s main drag. Expect boutique touches, like locally sourced breakfast quiche and nightly…

CLASSIC Vermont’s Twin Farms sets the standard for boutique luxury in New England. The sprawling campus has distinctly themed cabins: Studio has Whitney-worthy contemporary art, Log Cabin has wood-paneled walls and a Japanese furo soaking bath—and all are attended by an ultrahelpful staff. Want to arrange a canoe outing? A “forest bathing” spa treatment? A multicourse meal under the timber beams of the main house? Done, done, and done. Rooms from $1,500, all-inclusive. NEWCOMER In the cool-again Catskills, the 38-room Scribner’s Catskill Lodge feels like sleepaway camp for hipsters, who flock to its restaurant, Prospect, for dry-aged ribeye and matchaflecked olive-oil ice cream. In summer, hike to waterfalls; in winter, ski at nearby Hunter Mountain. But yearround, evenings should end with deejayed beats and board games in the library lounge…

THE NORTHEAST BOSTON Ceremony If you want the earthgoddess, flowing-hemline look, this dreamy Beacon Hill spot is for you. Owner Alix Childs takes only one client at a time, so you get the space all to yourself and a dedicated stylist to deck you out from veil to heels. ceremony-boston.com. Flair Bridal This 14-year-old shop on Newbury Street stands out for its more affordable prices. Owner Stacey Kraft has cultivated a down-to-earth vibe that’s reflected in the shop’s selection of gowns, from Jenny Yoo to Tara Keely. flairbridesmaid.com. L’Elite Bridal This Newbury Street boutique is known for its selection of designers not found anywhere else in Massachusetts (including Reem Acra and Naeem Khan), as well as its gownguru consultants. (Ask for Lena!) lelite.com. NEW YORK Gabriella New York Bridal Salon…

“I’M EXCITED TO GET MARRIED, BUT SOMETIMES I WONDER, IS HE REALLY ‘THE ONE’?” When you can swipe through Bumble endlessly, it’s easy to think there might be someone better for you out there (within your distance setting, no less!). But a recent study shows that the fairy-tale notion of soul mates can actually sabotage relationships. When University of Toronto and University of Southern California psychologists asked people in long-term relationships to recall times when they argued, those who believed love should be a match of kindred souls felt less satisfied with their relationships. (“If we’re fighting, maybe we aren’t meant to be. …”) People who considered love a journey, on the other hand, evaluated their relationships more positively. University of Denver research professor Scott Stanley, coauthor of Fighting for…

BLANK SLATE Maya took inspiration from one of her favorite hotel lobbies (the Miami Beach Edition) and decorated the studio venue with hanging greenery, marble tones, and lots of candles in glass-and-gold vessels. DINNER’S SERVED To get everyone on the dance floor faster, the bride and groom nixed the salad course and presented the entire menu at once, family-style. “It felt like an upscale Thanksgiving meal,” she says. CUSTOM SEATING For the head table, Maya wanted something similar to a marble-and-wood design she has at home. Her planner’s husband was able to re-create her table, and the couple used it for the event. GROOM STYLE David wore a classic tux for the ceremony and changed into a gray jacket and tuxedo slippers for dinner, then black sneakers for dancing. “Those…

LOCAL TOUCHES In the spirit of Sayulita, the couple hired a 12-piece mariachi band, served seafood from the Pacific, and offered tequila shots—delivered in clay jarritos on a real burro! ALL MADE UP Instead of hiring someone she’d never met, Lacey did her own makeup. In preparation, she took a class at a cosmetics store and learned how to sweatproof her look for the outdoor party. TWICE AS NICE Lacey originally bought a classic wedding dress online—then realized it wasn’t right and returned it. “For the same price, I got two white dresses that I can wear again,” she says. NOT SO TRADITIONAL At the reception, the couple broke all the rules: There was open seating at dinner, no toast, no cake (they had a churro cart), and no first-dance…

12 MONTHS BEFORE • Write up the guest list. • Figure out who’s paying for what. • Set the wedding budget. • Hire a planner if you’ll be using one. • Book the ceremony site and reception venue. 6 MONTHS BEFORE • Order bridesmaids’ dresses. • Book the bachelorette party if you plan to travel. • Shop for wedding rings. • Order invitations. • Send save-the-dates. • Meet with vendors to talk details. • Secure wedding-day transportation for guests if you’re providing it. 6 WEEKS BEFORE • Confirm delivery of bridesmaids’ dresses. • Apply for a marriage license if you can. (Rules vary by state.) • Print the programs, menus, and other paper goods. 48 HOURS BEFORE • Pick up your dress. • Write checks due the day of. • Put vendor tips in…

WE STARTED OUT as a campaign couple— which usually doesn’t last beyond primary season. Garrett and I first met in Iowa in 2012, when we were both assigned to cover Mitt Romney’s presidential bid. He was with NBC; I was with The Wall Street Journal. It was supposed to be casual, as neither of us was looking for something serious. Our first few weeks largely consisted of hurtling across battleground states in a bus and dining with the rest of the press corps at whichever Applebee’s or Ruby Tuesday was closest to our Courtyard by Marriott. Garrett and I could only plan our first official date—a Black Keys concert—because we knew we were both scheduled to be at Romney’s headquarters in Boston. At the show, Garrett danced like a fool…

1 LET THE GAMES BEGIN! There are seemingly endless styles: billowy ball gowns, strapless mermaids, long-sleeved illusion dresses, spaghetti-strap sheaths. The list goes on and on. To find inspiration, head to Brides.com and browse wedding dresses by cut, see what real brides wore, and view the latest looks from Bridal Fashion Week (which happens every April and October). Start trying things on 10 to 12 months before your big day so you can order by the six- to eight-month deadline most salons require. If you don’t have that much lead time, you may still be able to get a madeto- order gown; some can be produced in as few as four weeks. Just be ready to pay for the convenience: It’s usually an additional 10 to 15 percent, not including rush…

I’m tired of the traditional guest book and want to do something more modern. Ideas? At our wedding, William and I put our guest book next to a photo booth and asked people to leave us a black-and-white photo strip along with a note. It was fun to have some silly pictures along with our friends’ and families’ well wishes. Another creative alternative is to have everyone put their thumb on an ink pad and press a colored thumbprint on a piece of paper. You (or a pro) can make it into a work of art that you can frame and display in your home. Do we really need a wedding program? A program is useful for a religious ceremony; if people aren’t familiar with your faith or place of…

CLASSIC Aspen, Colorado, favorite the Little Nell opens for the summer season with the majority of its 92 rooms refreshed in a sleek contemporary style. They’re so plush that you may never want to leave. (Good thing you can get an in-room massage.) But it’s worth venturing outdoors at daybreak: In winter, you can be the first ones down Aspen Mountain (the hotel has exclusive access); in warmer months, try a paragliding excursion from the summit, followed by an elaborate breakfast spread at the landing in North Star Nature Preserve. Rooms from $550. NEWCOMER South Lake Tahoe, on the California-Nevada border, has become increasingly buzzy thanks to an influx of Silicon Valley weekenders. So it was only a matter of time before a hip hotel like Edgewood Tahoe opened. The…

CLASSIC Halekulani means “house befitting heaven” in Hawaiian, and the hotel’s white-on-white decor feels like just that—especially when you’re relaxing poolside or indulging in a half-day couples retreat at Spa Halekulani. Have cocktails next to the kiawe tree at House Without a Key—as the nightly trio strums in the background— followed by French-witha- Hawaiian-twist dishes at La Mer, a favorite of the Obamas. Rooms from $530. NEWCOMER The earthy aesthetic at ‘Alohilani (think reclaimed wood and a muted palette) feels more like an airy beach house than an 839- room two-tower resort. Take a free surf lesson, sip brews in the tropical beer garden, and chill in a cabana—with butler service and a reflecting pool. Can’t decide which of the two Morimoto restaurants to hit? Don’t worry: You can have…

CLASSIC Few guest ranches in Montana’s Big Sky country can beat Triple Creek Ranch, with its 25 ponderosa-shaded cabins, each with a wood-burning fireplace and many with a private hot tub. After almost 25 years, the husband-and-wife owners are still passionate about pairing unforget table outdoor exploits with all the hallmarks of an upscale adults-only resort: Romantic horseback rides through grassy foothills and rugged mountains are followed by seven-course meals at the Chef’s Table. You can even pan for natural rough-cut sapphires— souvenirs to keep forever. Rooms from $1,050 per couple, all-inclusive. NEWCOMER Ted Turner’s Victorian-style estate, Casa Grande, is the newest addition to Vermejo Park Ranch in New Mexico. After four years of renovations, the gorgeous seven-bedroom home—with an enormous Great Room—now offers personalized lineups of traditional western activities,…

EVEN BEFORE THEY GOT ENGAGED, fashion designer Carly Cushnie and Oscar Cantú, a financial adviser, knew they wanted to get married in Mexico. “We didn’t want just any random beautiful place; it had to mean something to us,” says Carly, of the Cushnie et Ochs label. At first, the New York–based couple chose Oaxaca, on the country’s southern coast, for its cuisine and artsy vibe, but then in spring 2016, the Zika virus broke out. “We worried our friends would opt out, and we didn’t want to have a wedding without them there,” she says. They changed their location to Mexico City, where Oscar’s dad grew up—and virus-carrying mosquitoes usually don’t live at that altitude. On February 24, 2017, Carly and Oscar exchanged vows in a traditional Catholic ceremony led…

DRESS CODE Christina wanted everyone to wear white, so she created a style guide to help guests select their attire. She assumed she’d be in white too— until she fell hard for a nude-colored gown. ROAD TRIP The ceremony and reception were 90 minutes apart, so the couple hired a fleet of 15 cars and treated their crew to a tour of the countryside with wine, snacks, and custom playlists. FLORAL FLUB The couple didn’t have attendants, which led to the day’s mishap: The bride forgot her bouquet! “When you don’t have bridesmaids, no one is assigned to do that stuff!” she says. SCENE SET The location for the ceremony, the roofless remains of a church, made such a statement that Christina and planner Nathalie Cadet-James decorated it with ghost…

While chic stilettos have become de rigueur for the bridal #shoestagram photo, what makes the pair you choose for your walk down the aisle truly special are the various customs that include them. In the United States, the most common ritual is for the bride to put a penny inside her shoe for good fortune—our take on Victorian Englishwomen putting a sixpence in theirs. Scandinavians also practice a version of this: Brides put a silver coin from their father in the left shoe and a gold coin from their mother in the right. But our favorite tradition is a generations-old Turkish one: As brides are getting ready, they ask single ladies to autograph the sole of their shoe, and at the end of the night, whoever’s name has faded the…