April/June 2012

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Amy T. Wiegand

Q&A with Amy

Merging styles

When moving in together, how do you blend your furniture and home decor with his?

To rent or to buy?

The one's for the grooms: is buying a tux worth the investment?

Beating the heat

For brides who aren't put off by a little extra heat and humidity, summertime is the perfect season for a beautiful wedding. PLUS First Friday Bridal Bling Giveaway!

Finding the right color

The color you put on your walls affects everything else in the room so weigh your choices carefully!

Gown preservation: the basics

Cleaning and preserving your gown ensures that after many wedding anniversaries, it will look as fresh as it did on your special day!


Laura McShane

The Unbridled Bride

Celebrity buzz

And the winner for craziest celebrity wedding is…

The art of the thank-you note

Do's and don'ts to get the job done right.

How I survived my wedding (and you can too)

Laura divulges her secrets to wedding-day survival.

The 20 worst things about wedding planning

Wedding planning is stressful, so why not rant about it?

How to look good in wedding photos

Are you feeling pressured to have the perfect wedding photos, but find that the lens is often unforgiving?


Brandee Dishner

Brandee's Beauty Buzz

Brandee's Beauty Buzz

All good, all natural.

Brandee's Beauty Buzz

Beauty arsenal: Are you packin'?

Brandee's Beauty Buzz

Quick fixes for hair and skin sins.

Brandee's Beauty Buzz

Suncare, serums and making your shadow stay put.

Brandee's Beauty Buzz

Flawless foundation, flake-free lashes and a hint of tint.


Sarah Ryberg

The Making of a Mrs

A night of firsts

After a look at the bachelors last week, we’ve been eagerly awaiting the first dates.

Rooting for Charlotte’s sweetheart

I’ve only watched one episode, but I can see why Emily is so well loved!

The secret to my success

Over the years, my mum has taught me the secrets to wifely success.

The newlywed’s survival guide

A few "dos and don'ts" we've picked up throughout our first year.

Almost there

There's still a lot to do, but we're settling into our new home!


Kirsten Valle

CB: Getting To 'I do'

It's here!

Kirsten counts down the final 10 days before her wedding.

The final countdown

One month to go!

Dress rehearsal

It takes more than a dress to make a bride.

'We're really getting married!'

Reality sets in as Kirsten and Reese purchase their wedding bands.

Time or money?

Kirsten realizes that sometimes, something's gotta give.


Alison Henry

Miles From The Aisle

Interview with an adulteress

Nearly six million people have signed on to AshleyMadison.com to cheat on their spouses. Here, one of them speaks out.

Whoa, Tiger

There's a fine line between swoon and too much, too soon.

Unwifeable

In honor of the new book 'Undateable: 311 Things Guys Do That Guarantee They Won’t Be Dating or Having Sex,' Alison polls the male species to find their Top 10 Female Deal Breakers.

Calling it quits

Alison offers some advice on how to bounce back from your breakup.

The times they are a-changin'

Alison gets a sudden desire for this whole marriage business.


Francie Hartsog-Dolack

The Bride Whisperer

Q and A

Big-dollar demands, intimacy uncertainty and a doubting deployment.

Q and A

Mean girls, klepto-mom and a coveting conundrum.

Q and A

The best dress, maid of honor drama and calming your nerves on the big day.

Q and A

Francie helps one bride put things in perspective.

Q and A

Francie talks to three brides with toppling familial tension.


According to Andy

According To Andy

The friend zone

Andy appreciates the benefits of female friendship.

The wonder years

Andy takes control of his dating destiny.

Why he won't call

Andy answers one of the biggest things that drive us bonkers.

Breaking the mold

Andy teaches men what it really takes to step up their "game."

Flirting with disaster

Andy takes a chance and finds himself far from taken.