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Salvatore Ferragamo: Shoemaker to the Stars
Learn all about the famous shoe designer and where he and his passion for fashion came from, and view some of his most famous and innovative designs.
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Alternative Wedding Ceremony Vows and Readings
Are you interested in non-traditional wedding vows and readings? There are other creative and meaningful options, including a few discussed here.
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Gracious Thank You Notes for Wedding Gifts
This article will go over how to send a beautiful handwritten thank you note for wedding gifts.
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The Bridal Party: Roles, Responsibilities, and Choosing the Right People
Ensure that your special day goes smoothly by choosing the best people to support you.
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Emily Post: Society, Scandal, and Etiquette
"Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use." Those who assume that the first lady of etiquette was a proper person from a privileged background would...
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How to Create Professional Looking DIY Wedding Centerpieces
Make your own wedding centerpieces with these easy-to-follow tips.
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A Guide to Engagement Ring Shopping for Men
The four little words that will change everything, "Will you marry me?" Few things in life are more intimidating than shopping for an engagement ring. Here are some tips for buying an engagement ring.
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Katharine Hepburn: A True Yankee Original
If there was ever an American actress who personified the spirit of individualism, it would have to be Katharine Houghton Hepburn. Mayflower descendant, daughter of a suffragette, and an athlete, Katharine Hepburn was a true original. Perhaps almost...
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Irish Wedding Customs, Superstitions, and Lucky Traditions
Luck plays a big part in an Irish wedding. Learn about Irish wedding traditions and supersitions.
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The Long and Short of It: History of Hair
Read all about the long history of hair.
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Modern Dating Etiquette
From providing advice for blind dates to offering tips for how to ask someone out in the first place, this article will offer some guidelines for modern dating etiquette.
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German Wedding Customs
This article takes a close look at German wedding customs and how they're unique from the wedding customs of other cultures.
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Planning a Catholic Wedding
This article will go over how to plan a wedding for those of the Catholic faith.
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Platinum History, Jewelry, and Prices
When you hear the world “platinum,” what comes to mind? Platinum weddings, platinum albums, platinum credit cards, and of course platinum jewelry. In other words, platinum symbolizes the ultimate in luxury and status.
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The Roaring 20s: Jazz, Flappers, and the Charleston
At the end of World War I, society experienced a dramatic shift. Shaking off the misery and shell-shock, young people broke with traditional values and embraced all things modern.
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What Is Etiquette? Origins, Misconceptions, and Modern Forms
To many people, etiquette is nothing more than the art of trying to catch someone using the incorrect fork at a dinner party. They are mistaken, however, as etiquette has served as a code of social behavior for centuries.
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Tropical Destination Weddings
The beach wedding is the ultimate in romance and relaxation. Beaches are among the world's most romantic locales for weddings. Imagine exchanging your vows on a beautiful white sand beach with the sun sparkling on the ocean in the background and...
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Grace Kelly: American Royalty
If there was ever an icon of elegance, style, and refinement, it would have to be Grace Kelly. The third child in a family of a self-made Philadelphia millionaire, Miss Kelly went on to have a brief, but spectacular career as an actress, followed by...
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Hitchcock Blondes: Cool, Platinum, and Daring
Learn about some of the actresses in the films of famous director Alfred Hitchcock.
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The New York Times Newspaper Wedding Announcements
Once called the “Plaza of newspaper wedding announcements”, for brides to be, there is nothing more prestigious than being featured in The New York Times wedding announcements in the Sunday Styles section. With roughly only one in five...
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The Rise and Fall of the Supermodel
For a few decades, a handful of glamorous women were international celebrities whose faces and bodies expressed the trends of the moment. What happened?
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Emeralds: Facts, History, and Legendary Gems
Did you know that diamonds are not the world's most valuable gems? There is another gemstone that, in its finest form, can be even more rare and costly than a fine diamond of the same size: the emerald.
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Arranged Marriages, Past and Present
"The Arranged Marriage", 1862 painting by Vasili Pukirev An arranged marriage is the union of a man and a woman which is brought about by someone other than the bride and groom. Historically, it was the primary way in which future spouses were...
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The 7 Most Influential Bridal Gown Designers
Every season, the bridal designers debut their latest collections in New York. There are numerous designers, but from those, there are a select few whose collections are always eagerly anticipated, much sought after by brides, and often imitated by...
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Five Wardrobe Essentials Every Woman Should Own
Every woman wants to be chic and stylish, yet many do not know how to begin planning their wardrobe. The key to looking polished and appropriate in any situation is to build your wardrobe around timeless pieces that are always in style. Learn about five such pieces here.
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The Iconic Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn in her most iconic role, Holly Golightly in "Breakfast at Tiffany's." Consult any list of the most famous style icons of all time, and at the very top will be Audrey Hepburn. Known for her elegance and chic simplicity, Hepburn has...
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Art Deco Style
The Art Deco movement was a glamorous new style that captured the excitement of the Machine Age and the sophistication of the Roaring 20s. Read on to learn more.
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A Brief History of Wedding Cakes – From Traditional to Contemporary
This article provides a look at the origins of the wedding cake, cake traditions, and the decidedly modern direction that wedding cakes have taken in recent years.
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Truman Capote's Black And White Ball
The great celebrity party of 1966.
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History of Lace Making
Learn about the history and origins of lacemaking in this deeply researched article. You'll also learn why most women wear white wedding gowns today!
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History of Tiffany & Co: The Most Famous Jewelry Store
A brief history of America's most beloved and iconic name in jewelry.
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Body Adornment Throughout History
For as long as human beings have existed, they have sought to adorn themselves with symbols of status, membership, and beauty. Dating back before recorded history, people have used movable ornaments such as jewelry and permanent markings like...
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The Legends, Histories, and Superstitions of the World's Most Famous Gems
Learn all about the histories of the most famous gemstones in the world.
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Summer Solstice Weddings - A Midsummer Night's Dream
The summer solstice falls on Friday, June 20th at 23:59 this year. June has long been a favorite month for weddings, and being married on the summer solstice is especially auspicious. The month of June was named for Juno, the Roman goddess of...