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The article offers information on several wedding rings and accessories makers in New York. It highlights the Aaron Faber Gallery, Erstwhile Jewelry Co., and Peridot Fine Jewelry and mentions their respective contact information and address. It also notes the different jewelry designs they offer and customized ones depending on the choice of the couple.

Discusses the growing involvement of grooms in the prepreparation for wedding ceremonies. Details of the things that various grooms have done to help prepare for the weddings; Comparisons of this generation of grooms to past generations of grooms; Details of 2003 surveys by "Bridal Guide" magazine; Recent trend of wedding planning information being posted on websites.

An interview with wedding veterans Amy von Eiff, Jennifer Clark and Glenn Smith, is presented. Von Eiff discusses the importance of a personalize a menu with family favorites and dishes that reflect the culture of the couple. Clark highlights the use of a professional photographer to create a lifetime picture for the couple. Smith cites integration of music to keep guests involved and engaged in the event.

The article presents tips on ways to be an ideal bride. Those obsessive women in white who get so wrapped up in planning their wedding, they boss around friends, insult family, and go psycho on the florist. After witnessing their wicked behavior, you have probably vowed that when it came time for you to get hitched, you'd never morph into such a fire-breathing demon. But now that the sparkler is on your finger, you might be finding it a tad bit difficult not to turn into a beastly bride yourself. INSETS: The Biggest "I Do" Dilemmas;4 Marriage Monsters.

The article presents wedding pictures. Kelly Lyn Hackett and Christopher Scott Smith wed on February 7, 2004, bagpipers led the groomsmen down the aisle, sprinkled with rose petals, at St. Xavier Church downtown. The registered nurse, a Cincinnati native, celebrated with her groom, an options trader, at the Cincinnati Hilton Netherland Plaza Hotel's Hall of Mirrors. Now the couple lives in Chicago's River North neighborhood; More than 600 family and friends from Cincinnati, Ohio, and South Carolina joined Kathryn and Michael Finley at St. Martin of Tours Church for their September 6, 2003 wedding.

The article presents a wedding planner. Gus Thierry will be a groom in about four hours, but right now he's got home maintenance, not vows, on his mind. Dressed in jeans, he's standing on a chair and changing light bulbs. And whistling. Making sure things work comes naturally to Gus. Plus, it makes him happy. In fact, it's how the home restoration expert met his bride, Nancy, who along with her business partner hired Gus to help restore their business venture, The Clifton House Bed and Breakfast.

Presents tips for making a wedding celebration memorable through the setting, flowers, music and color schemes.

Presents a catalog of products for wedding ceremonies and home building. Bridal dinnerware; Anniversary banner; Rice roses; Tray; Wedding stationery; More.

The article reports that Jay Thorpe's Bridal Salon in New York City has a broad array of ready-to-wear wedding dresses. A traditional dress is made of ivory peau de soie with a fitted bodice and cap sleeves. An ivory dress with a short train provides a choice of several fabrics, among them silk organza, peau de soie, and silk-faced rayon satin.

The article presents information on wedding costumes. Liz Beckman, who will be married at her family's Milford farm in September, flew in from Portland to shop for a dress at Bridal & Formal. The first gown she models has a strapless bodice, Basque waist, and a very full skirt. The gown itself is lovely, but the sheer volume of material swamps Beckman's petite frame. The second contender, a bright white Vera Wang strapless, is more streamlined. But it's the third gown--a strapless Anne Barge ivory silk taffeta with a flattering diagonal drape--that generates consensus.

The article discusses courtship and marriage. Once the wedding planning begins, you and your man will quickly find yourselves sucked into a vortex of stress and drama. Whereas your Saturdays were once spent going to brunch and walking the dog, now you're using that time to register for cheese graters and pick out the perfect shade of mauve. As a result, the relationship can fall by the wayside. To keep tensions from flaring up, it is crucial that you agree to maintain a united front with all third parties. INSET: Ways to Make Your Wedding Night Hotter.

The article focuses on women who are choosing wedding gowns in colors other than white. Weddings are not as traditional these days, says Jeffrey Moore, senior vice president at David's Bridal, and this includes apparel. The trend in "destination weddings" has also encouraged colorful gowns.

The article evaluates several envelope-free wedding invitation letters from different makers including Jane Labanz from Delicate Pen, Palm Fronds from Sesame Letter Press & Design, and Botanical Oasis from Pineapple Street Designs.

The article feature three women who were dared by a radio station to trash their wedding dresses to get rid of bad wedding memories and redesign them the way they wanted it. One woman splashed paint on the dress then started cutting it up into shreds. She hacked the tulle and even cut one sleeve off. Another woman whose marriage ended in divorce hacked, tore and cut the whole dress with scissors.

Features flower traditions in weddings. Bouquet and petal tosses; Language of flowers; Boutonnieres; Flower folklore.

The article offers tips on how to achieve attention-grabbing wedding ceremonies. The author suggests the use of different colors of wedding backdrop to achieve depth and texture and to find appropriate colors to complement with the other wedding accessories. Moreover, the other recommendations mentioned include using neutral benches, utilizing white or green for aisle and altar arrangements.

An interview with Amy Goddard of Biaggi's on rehearsal dinner planning is presented. When asked about the trends for rehearsal dinners that are becoming popular in 2013, she notes the increased involvement of grooms and fathers as they come up with creative ideas. Goddard shares that although formal sit-down dinner is still common, there are endless possibilities. She explains that the selection of a family-style meal with at least four courses provides a variety of food for all taste palates.

The article features You Only Live Once (YOLO) Event Center, owned by Todd and Kristen Smith in Fort Wayne, Indiana. One feature that sets them apart is the waterfall flowing behind a wall of glass lit with more than 72 different colors of lights, allowing brides-to-be or executives to choose what they want the waterfall to look like. YOLO also offers a bridal suite, an outdoor garden area with a waterfall, customized lighting and sound, and a rose garden.

The article presents advice on choosing the right intimate apparel to be worn on the wedding day. Barb Gilbert, owner of Barbara's New Beginnings recommends that in order for the bride to look good and feel comfortable, one should start by properly fitting undergarments that work with the wedding dress, ideally be fit for the undergarments before the dress is altered. She suggests bringing the gown when shopping for undergarments to get the right fit.

The article discusses wedding cake ideas and tips. Detailed accoutrements made of sugar can give a cake sumptuous style and texture. Chocolate and vanilla are always in good taste, but candied or fruit-infused choices can also be crowd-pleasers. The cake cutting traditionally takes place at the end of the party, but couples can spotlight it more by having it served directly after the final course.

A list of alternative for wedding tosses and send-offs, including the use of dried rosebuds, finger cymbals and shredded paper.

The article provides information about wedding planning in Washington (D.C.). The author stated that bright colors for flowers and bridesmaids are preferable such as tangerine, mango and pomegranate. In addition, small passed appetizers are preferred such as potatoes in sherry glass and one-bite desserts. However, old-fashioned or cultural favorites with a twist such as personal-size wedding cakes, pie stations and cupcake trees are not preferable.

This article discusses wedding gowns. Fashion designer Kirstie Kelly has created a line of wedding gowns for the Disney corporation, based on popular Disney animated characters. Six gowns were designed based on Disney princesses such as "Cinderella" and "Belle," and they wedding gowns range in price from $1,100 to $3,500.

The article focuses on women who are choosing wedding gowns in colors other than white. Weddings are not as traditional these days, says Jeffrey Moore, senior vice president at David's Bridal, and this includes apparel. The trend in "destination weddings" has also encouraged colorful gowns.

Provides tips on the proper selection of wedding gowns. List of wedding gown terms; Common gown fabrics; Qualities of a well-made gown; Tips when shopping for a gown.

Focuses on wedding gown selection and preservation in weddings. Ways of updating a traditional family gown; Tips for short-term storage of gowns before the wedding; Techniques in choosing the right gown cleaning service. INSET: Wedding Facts.

Focuses on new trends in personalizing weddings. Use of dried flower petals during the courtship as small potpourri sachets that can be serve as gifts to guests; Reason why the use of hand-tied bouquets for bridesmaids are popular; Suggested gifts to be placed on reception tables such as wedding chocolates.

Presents information and definition of terms related to wedding gowns. Wedding gown vocabulary; Wedding gown colors; Kinds of wedding gown fabrics; Trimmings of wedding gowns. INSET: 10 helpful hints when shopping for a gown.

The article presents a guide to wedding preparations. Make an appointment with one of the country's top bridal designers. Lazaro, known for his intricate embroidery designs and sophisticated styles, visits Cincinnati, Ohio, for one-on-ones with lucky brides. Romance is in the air at Knickers' Open House, where you will find great bridal foundations, lingerie and accessories. Goodie bags, door prizes, champagne punch and delicious wedding cake samples from Take the Cake. Also, Wendy's bridal show showcases more than 150 local wedding professionals.

The article presents an overview of the May 2004 issue of the "Cincinnati Wedding." The present issue details the dreamiest new trends in local bridal designs. From a simple sash to floral embroidery to dramatic all-over color, adding a favorite hue to the bridal gown has become a sophisticated way to showcase one's personality. As the dream of the ideal day turns into reality, one should not forget to carry personal wedding planner and timeline along as one check items off the wedding to-do list in this issue.

The article focuses on the history of wedding cakes. The idea of serving a sweet cake during wedding ceremonies has been popular since Roman times. Its first appearance was in the form of a thin crust of bread that was raised above the head of the bride, to symbolize her duty to produce babies. By the end of 6th century, the Roman Empire replaced the old crust with a brand new tempting taste threat. Fashion has changed leading to the creation wedding cakes decorated with fresh flowers.