Tabla de contenidos para October-November 2018 en Brides

Want to know when to splurge and when to save? Ask us all your burning budget questions @brides on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Q: What are the best ways to save money on flowers? —Amanda Schmitt via Facebook A: Think about where you really need arrangements. Focus your budget on the reception flowers, then the ceremony, then the cocktail hour—that’s when people are more concerned with their drinks or food, and you can just do simple votives [1]. Try not to have your heart set on a specific flower: So many brides ask for peonies or cherry blossoms, and those can be expensive if your wedding isn’t in spring, when they’re in season. As an alternative to peonies, I recommend garden roses [2] because the shape and palette are similar.…

There are so many white dresses. But—you knew this!—they’re not all the same: It’s the embellishments, handiwork, and texture that make each one totally stand out…and uniquely your own. 3-D FLORALS Try a dress with a whole bunch of small and subtle petals—or commit to the bit and go for larger, statement-making flowers. EMBROIDERY & LACE Sexy, show-some-skin designs are modern takes on these old-world embellishments. PANTSUITS Cropped or bell-bottom, separates or jumpsuits, trust us, there’s a style out there that will majorly flatter you and those legs. BEADING Beads add texture, dimension, and Great Gatsby vibes. Plus, they catch the light—so your dress looks 1,000 percent sparkly in the photos. For your second look, go to… ANY LENGTH When you want something you can really dance in…

A locket or charm necklace is a supercute, highly wearable way to remember your wedding or your honeymoon. Choose a charm with meaning, tuck in a teeny photo of boo on the big day, or inscribe your anniversary date (or—to play it a little more mysterious—the ceremony’s GPS location).…

BABY BURGERS When you’re dressed in your finest, the last thing you need is a sloppy sandwich. Enter the mini version—like this one from D.C.-based Occasions Caterers—with all the flavor, none of the mess. A SPOONFUL OF SUNDAE “I like to shrink favorite iconic foods to bize-size treats,” says New York City–based caterer Peter Callahan. To make petite banana splits feel ice cream–parlor authentic, he serves them in footed glass dishes. MINI POPS Take a cue from L.A.’s Hungry Bear Catering and serve a boozy, grown-up version of Popsicles at cocktail hour. Added bonus: The champagne flutes catch any drips. SNACK PACK Small versions of foods like hot dogs feel sophisticated and personalized. “We customize menus based on the couple’s favorite foods,” says San Francisco caterer David Zlatchin of Betty…

Gas up the car and follow your bliss. Consider these four road trips mere starting points. The best odysseys are those that aren’t over- (or under-) planned and leave ample time for missed exits that might just turn a drive into a magical adventure. CALIFORNIA Glamp in Big Sur, go wine tasting inland, and finish with your feet in the sand. From San Fran, head south on Highway 1 to Big Sur’s eco-luxe Treebones Resort—and a yurt with ocean views. Then follow a beautiful stretch of Cali coastline to the supercute town of Cayucos, where you’ll stay at Pier View Suites, eat albacore tacos at Ruddell’s Smokehouse, and slurp just-plucked oysters in Morro Bay. Head south on the 101 to reach the alt-cowboy town of Los Alamos (and the hip…

GET THEIR LOOK 1 “My dress made me feel incredibly elegant and sexy,” Greer says. Maggie Sottero gown, $1,479. 2 Greer did a low messy bun because she didn’t want anything to detract from the drama of her hat. Sole Society hat, $50. 3 Beauty Counter blush in Melon, $30. 4 Nine Cakes cake, $11 per slice. 5 The couple “injected some color” onto the tables with hand-dipped candles. Hawkins New York candle holder, from $38. 6 Dinner was served buffet-style, with summer bean salads, braised zucchini, and grilled mackerel. Stinson Studios bowls, from $95; hawkinsnewyork.com. 7 Frances Palmer Pottery vase, $550. 8 The low, round tables had cushions instead of stools. “The varied pockets of seating kept the flow dynamic,” Greer says. Bryar Wolf pillow, from $140. WEDDING TEAM…

“We did a standing ceremony,” says Jennifer, at left, in Halston Heritage. “We wanted everyone to enjoy it with a glass of champagne in hand.” FOR A CHANCE TO BE FEATURED BY BRIDES, TAG YOUR WEDDING PHOTOS ON INSTAGRAM WITH #BRIDESREALWEDDINGS. “The only flowers were leis for our guests,” says Gino, at right. “The rest of the floral design was tropical leaves.”…

“Are you shedding for the wedding?” a friend asked when I ordered a salad during a recent dinner date. (Shocker, I know.) I must’ve looked confused because she hurriedly explained the concept of dropping a dress size for the big day and scrambled to change the subject. I mean, I’d heard of wedding diets, but I was surprised this was considered OK dinner conversation. What bothered me most: that cutesy phrase. It made a seriously loaded question sound offhand, and it made me wonder just how typical it was to assume that brides were losing weight for their weddings. So as soon as I got home, I googled “shedding for the wedding.” The first result was a Wikipedia page about a reality show that was—to my satisfaction—evidently canceled after a…

Bridal gown? Check. Venue? Check. Glowy skin and shiny hair? Coming right up. You’ve set the date, and—admit it!—you have a countdown clock that scrolls in your head every single day (or maybe minute). The trick to not getting stressed out is using your time wisely and knowing when to tackle different projects—like getting your look right where you want it. That’s why we’ve created this six-month schedule for clear skin, healthy hair, a megawatt smile, and more! Six Months Before Set a goal Discuss your biggest concerns with a pro “so you can come up with a plan that works for your time and budget,” says New York City dermatologist Dendy Engelman. Some procedures can require several sessions over many months, and scheduling is key. To get your bridal glow…

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Raise the bar. It’s time to get the party started. It’s also time to stop spending $18 per cocktail when you meet up with friends. Invite them over—and put your home bar to use! You don’t even need that many supplies or bottles to mix the perfect drink. Just be sure to round out the hardworking hard liquor with a few favorite accessories so your bar cart is a marriage of the practical and personal, whether you’re hosting a crowd or making mojitos for two.…

The cheap wineglass. The stinky candle. Anything etched with the couple’s initials. Fess up: As a guest, you couldn’t chuck those favors fast enough. So now that you’re on the giving end, choose something that’s unique to you as a couple and worthy of the trip home. Better yet, says planner Kayla Brill of Brilliant Wedding Co., “have the escort cards double as favors”—and kill two budget items with one stone (or snapshot).…

I kept waking in a panic from the same dream: I was walking down the aisle, out of time, and my hair was soaking wet. Every bride I’ve encountered has had some version of a stress dream, though, so if you do too, be assured you are not alone with your anxieties—and everything is going to be okay. For instance, when my wedding day arrived, I had plenty of time—and my hair came out exactly as I had envisioned it. In our Beauty Issue, we aim to help you achieve your ideal, whether it’s finding the best fragrance for your bridal vibe (“Scent + Sensibility” on page 112), getting the brightest smile (in our countdown on page 107), or dance-proofing your makeup (“The Zero-Drama Guide to Bridal Beauty” on page…

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It’s so easy to shift gears— all it takes is a change of shoes. When worn with heels, these six dresses are perfect for a rehearsal dinner or a honeymoon night out. But slip on tennis shoes and—just like that—you have a cool everyday look. WHAT TO WEAR WITH Maxis and a Jumpsuit WHAT TO WEAR WITH Midis and a Mini…

MODERN Go-to notes Orange blossom, orange rind, sandalwood, violet, and rose. “This kind of girl is bold,” says L.A. florist and perfumer Eric Buterbaugh, who suggests a fragrance that’s “intense and musky.” Try 1 Ralph Lauren Romance Rosé, $96; 5 Eric Buterbaugh Kingston Osmanthus, $395; or Gucci Bloom Nettare di Fiori, $103. BOHO Go-to notes Oud, vetiver, bergamot, and a little citrus zest. “Oud is the new patchouli,” Buterbaugh says. “There’s something really sexy about the boho girl.” Try 2 Estée Lauder Beautiful Belle, $70; YSL Black Opium, $91; or Viktor & Rolf Flower-bomb Nectar, $120. ROMANTIC Go-to notes Lavender offset with vanilla, sage, sandalwood, or apricot. “This girl has one foot on each side—sexy and sensual, and balanced and clean,” he says. Try 3 Guerlain Mon Guerlain, $66; Clinique…

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The loft of newlyweds Hilton Carter and Fiona Vismans is both a home and a garden. Overlooking Jones Falls, a stream that runs through Baltimore, the light-filled apartment reflects Hilton’s love of plants (follow him @hiltoncarter). He’s an artist by day, and Fiona is a dentist with her own practice in the city. Together, they make a cozy home that works for both of them (and it proves that you can never have too many plants). Fiona: We first met when we were neighbors… Hilton: She knocked on my door to ask me to turn down my music. Fiona: Dating your neighbor fast-forwards the relationship. He was at my place, or I was at his. Basically, it was like we were living together. Hilton: After dating for a year, we…

B.Y.O. Style Jennifer and Richard each had four attendants, plus three little ones who dressed themselves. TAKE IT all In The couple wanted to show off their adopted city to guests who traveled from around the world. This is the view from Griffith Observatory. Opposite: “We had something incredibly special with our caterer and florist: The food was incredible and the florals were top-notch works of art,” says the bride. Jennifer Tseng and Richard Fu’s first encounter wasn’t exactly auspicious. “He came up to me at this club in London and said, ‘Do you spin?’” she recalls. “It was the most awkward pickup line ever!” Jennifer, a native of Taiwan—who, like the Houston-born-and-bred Richard—was studying in London at the time, didn’t understand what he meant. So she was both unimpressed…

INTO the Mystic The couple were married on North Haven Island, an hour by ferry from Rockland, Maine. The spot is known for foggy weather—which the groom says “is truly one of the island’s most mysterious and inspiring features.” Maine just wouldn’t be Maine without the fog. It’s a fact of life there—as synonymous with the state as lobsters, lighthouses, and L.L. Bean. So on the morning of their September 16, 2017, wedding, when Greer Howell and Benjamin Bryant awoke to a dense mist blanketing the island of North Haven, they took it in stride. “Some people think fog is a bummer, but we don’t,” she says. “It’s beautiful.” An island celebration was practically inevitable for the New York City–based couple, who met on an island (at a party on…