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January 2010

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Urban Sophisticate

Urban Sophisticate

Uptown's alfresco location proves to be the perfect setting for a young couple to say "I do"

Direct Destination

Direct Destination

After you've exchanged the rings, danced the first dance, and cut the cake, all you want to do as newlyweds is relax. Get there faster with these nonstop-flight honeymoon spots so you can enjoy...

A Classic Tale

A Classic Tale

Uptown's newest gem, The Ritz-Carlton, is the perfect venue for romance and glamour. With its sweeping city views and elegant rooms, there's no better place to show off this spring's most gorgeous...

Natural Inspiration

Natural Inspiration

Whether it's cascading cherry blossoms or delicate aviary accents, let nature's beauty inspire your cake. The results may be the initial dose of inspiration you need to create an overall theme that...

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Honeymoon

Direct Destination

Direct Destination

After you've exchanged the rings, danced the first dance, and cut the cake, all you want to do as newlyweds is relax. Get there faster with these nonstop-flight honeymoon spots so you can enjoy...

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Wildly Fascinating

Wildly Fascinating

Fashion Fast Forward

Fashion Fast Forward

Extend the life of your bridesmaids' dresses

Beauty Breakdown

All eyes are on you on your wedding day, so take a break from planning and do a little primping before the wedding festivities begin

Something Blue

Something Blue

This wedding season, we're so over those same old stale stones sashaying down the aisle. So dodge the diamonds, pass on the pearls, and punch up your bridal brigade with pops of turquoise jewelry....

Get Fit Now

Get Fit Now

Worried that your Spanx won't keep your muffin top in check on your wedding day? Then lace up your sneakers and grab a big bottle of water.

Vintage Video

Vintage Video

Photographer Richard Israel (pictured) is changing the lens on traditional wedding day videography.

Wedding Wonka

Wedding Wonka

Maybe you want something sweet in your honeymoon suite. Or maybe you want something flavorful for wedding favors. Either way, check out the following Charlotte chocolatiers for some decadent -- and...

Pretty in Purple

Pretty in Purple

The warm-weather color palettes of spring/summer 2010 are bold and vibrant: reds, blues, yellows.

Ruffles Return

Ruffles Return

This spring season, modern feminity rules. From sophisticated asymmetrical necklines and dramatic ruffles to delicate feather and floral details, bridal gowns exude a classic and playful look.

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Etiquette

Wedding Etiquette

Wedding Etiquette

Author Anna Post answers your toughest etiquette questions

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Photography

Picture Perfect

Picture Perfect

We've put together a six-step guide that will lead you to a photographer you'll love and photos you'll treasure for a lifetime.

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Real Weddings

Nicole + Hunt

Nicole + Hunt

James + Nina

James + Nina

Meredith + Sam

Meredith + Sam

The Asheville couple enjoys a South End wedding

Lindsay + Blake

Lindsay + Blake

Lindsay Robinson and Blake Stanley celebrate in black and white at the Atrium Uptown

Katie + Rob

Katie + Rob

Katie Phillips and Rob Reed at Myers Park Country Club

Amy + John

Amy + John

Amy Graham and John Shaw celebrate their big day at the Charlotte City Club.

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