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<title>Bridal Beauty: Summer’s Must-Have Lip Colors</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>With just a few more weeks until summer is officially here, we are stocking up on our favorite sunny day lip shades. For your walk down the aisle this season, the bright and feminine makeup runway trend transitions perfectly to wedding day bridal beauty. Bold corals, bubbly pinks and sexy nudes perfectly accent a flowing white gown and a golden tan. We picked our favorites from drugstore steals to top designer brands to keep your lips hydrated and perfectly puckered on your warm wedding day, and all season long.</p>
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<h3>CORAGEOUSLY CORAL</h3>
<p>1) <strong>Revlon ColorBurst Lipstick<br /></strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade:</strong> Coral</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $1.99-$7.99</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003FBOIKO/ref=asc_df_B003FBOIKO1537262?smid=A24OEOAUJNFTH9&amp;tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=asn&amp;creative=395105&amp;creativeASIN=B003FBOIKO" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BUY IT NOW</strong></span><br /><br /></a></p>
<p>2) <strong>LORAC Breakthrough Performance Lipstick SPF 15</strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade:</strong> It Girl</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $22</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P241306&amp;categoryId=B70" target="_blank">BUY IT NOW</a></strong></span></p>
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<p>3)<strong> Yves Saint Laurent FARD LEVRES ROUGE PURPure Lipstick</strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade:</strong> Indian Orange</p>
<p><strong>Price: </strong>$30</p>
<p><a href="http://www.yslbeautyus.com/Fard-A-Levres-Rouge-Pur/261YSL,default,pd.html" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BUY IT NOW</strong></span></a></p>
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<h3>BARE IT ALL NUDE</h3>
<p>1) <strong>Tom Ford Private Blend Lip Color </strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade:</strong> Blush Nude</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $45</p>
<p><a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod109800002&amp;parentId=cat38300737&amp;masterId=cat38290732&amp;index=2&amp;cmCat=cat000000cat000285cat000287cat38290732cat38300737" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BUY IT NOW</strong></span></a><a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod109800002&amp;parentId=cat38300737&amp;masterId=cat38290732&amp;index=2&amp;cmCat=cat000000cat000285cat000287cat38290732cat38300737" target="_blank"><br /></a></p>
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<p>2) <strong>MAC FashionFlower Collection </strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade: </strong>Growing Trend</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $14.50</p>
<p><a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/shaded/5971/310/Lipstick/index.tmpl" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BUY IT NOW</strong></span></a></p>
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<p>3) <strong>e.l.f. Studio Matte Lip Color </strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade:</strong> Coral</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $3</p>
<p><a href="http://www.eyeslipsface.com/studio/lips/lip_stick/matte_lip_color" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BUY IT NOW</strong></span></a></p>
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<h3>PRETTY IN PINK</h3>
<p>1) <strong>Guerlain Rouge Automatique</strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade: </strong>Rouge D'Enfer 121</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $35</p>
<p><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P286611&amp;categoryId=B10" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BUY IT NOW</strong></span></a></p>
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<p>2) <strong>Korres Mango Butter Sheer Liptstick </strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade: </strong>Fuschia</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $18</p>
<p><a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P199108&amp;categoryId=B70" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BUY IT NOW</strong></span></a></p>
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<p>3) <strong>CoverGirl Lip Perfection</strong></p>
<p><strong>Shade:</strong> Fairy Tale</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $6.99</p>
<p><a href="http://www.drugstore.com/covergirl-lip-perfection-lipstick-fairy-tale-405/qxp318622" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BUY IT NOW</strong></span></a></p>]]></description>
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<title>Flower Girl Dresses That Steal The Show</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite a scowl or two (or three or four), one of the most unforgettable moments of the royal wedding was the sweet and hilarious expression of Kate&rsquo;s precious flower girl. It was a big job to do, with the whole world watching! <br /><br />Floral details, silk sashes, and bright jewel toned tulle perfectly accent your wedding theme colors and make these little lady gowns stand out from their older bridal party counterparts. Ensure your little princess feels every bit the part she deserves with FashionableBride.com&rsquo;s top flower girl dress picks.</p>
<h3>ALI B B&eacute;b&eacute;</h3>
<p>Tea length, 100% Dupioni Silk gown, rounded neckline, wide draped floral sash</p>
<p><strong>Style:</strong> 100<br /><br /><strong>Price:</strong> $265</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://alibmaids.com/ALIB_bebe_Flowergirl_style_100.html" target="_blank"><strong>BUY NOW</strong></a></span></p>
<h3>David&rsquo;s Bridal</h3>
<p>Satin tea-length ballgown with sash.</p>
<p><strong>Style:</strong> H1227</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $79<br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_All-over-Satin-Tea-Length-Ball-Gown-H1227_Bridal-Party-Flower-Girls-All-Dresses" target="_blank"></a></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_All-over-Satin-Tea-Length-Ball-Gown-H1227_Bridal-Party-Flower-Girls-All-Dresses" target="_blank">BUY NOW</a></strong></span></p>
<h3>Dessy Group</h3>
<p>Jewel neck peau de soie dress w/ full tiered skirt and matching flower at waistline.</p>
<p><strong>Style:</strong> FL402</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $175</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong><a href="http://www.dessy.com/dresses/flowergirl/FL4028/" target="_blank">BUY NOW</a></strong></span></p>
<h3>Eden Bridals</h3>
<p>Princess tulle skirt featuring a lace appliqued sleeveless bodice and full scatter-beaded tulle skirt.<br /><br /><strong>Style: </strong>12272</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $120<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong></strong></span><strong><br /></strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.edenbridals.com/12272-p-1523.html" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">BUY NOW</span><br /></a></strong></p>
<h3>Fox &lsquo;n Lily</h3>
<p>Natural silk crinkle chiffon with natural silk lining, hand-assembled faux flower bouquet on front bodice.</p>
<p><strong>Style:</strong> Siena Dress</p>
<p><strong>Price:</strong> $235</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.foxnlily.com/product_info.php?products_id=142"><strong>BUY NOW</strong></a></span></p>
<h3>Jordan Fashions, Sweet Beginnings</h3>
<p>Floor length organza gown with full ruffled A-line skirt, shirred satin waistband.</p>
<p><strong>Style:</strong> L783, <br /><br /><strong>Price:</strong> $165</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.jordanfashions.com/ShowDressList.aspx?collectionid=6" target="_blank"><strong>BUY NOW</strong></a></span></p>
<h3>Watters</h3>
<p>Ivory English net, sleeveless, knee-length dress with cascading layers and sage satin ribbon sash.</p>
<p><strong>Style:</strong> 42812<br /><br /><strong>Price:</strong> $165</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.watters.com/Product/GirlsCollection/42812/" target="_blank"><strong>BUY NOW</strong></a></span></p>]]></description>
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<title>A Royal Affair</title>
<link>http://www.fashionablebride.com/article/337/fashiontrends/Wedding-Dresses/A-Royal-Affair</link>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Kate Middleton and Price William&rsquo;s wedding might be the most highly anticipated public ceremony we&rsquo;ll see in our lifetime; at least until Brad and Angelina decide to formally tie the knot. The world has been anxiously awaiting the unveiling on Friday, April 29<sup>th</sup>, watching to see which designer Kate selected to create what is sure to become one of the most photographed wedding gowns in history. But as you all already know, choosing the perfect dress is still one of the most personal tasks of the journey &ndash; even for a princess-bride-to-be. If there&rsquo;s any wedding where restraint isn&rsquo;t an option, this is it, so prepare for some jaw-dropping dramatic dresses. We scoured the Bridal Market 2011 runway for a few gowns that we felt were truly fit for a queen.</p>
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<h3>Marchesa</h3>
<p>English fashion mavens Georgina Champan and Keren Craig add more than a touch of royalty to every Marchesa gown they&rsquo;ve designed.&nbsp; The paparazzi photos circulating the web of Kate donning a white bikini on a yacht, prove the girl has a fantastic figure. The illusion beading and sheer cap sleeves on this sparkling stunner keeps the princess gown demure in the front, but it&rsquo;s practically backless so that her aisle exit will show off her toned back and shoulders.</p>
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<h3>Reem Acra</h3>
<p>Reem Acra&rsquo;s designs can frequently be spotted on Hollywood&rsquo;s hottest &ldquo;it girls&rdquo; and leading ladies alike. Reem&rsquo;s newest collection, inspired by luxurious details and glamour, was appropriately titled &ldquo;Yes I Can Be a Princess Too.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s no wonder that so many gowns in the line were royalty-worthy, but we especially loved the elegant, floral cap sleeves on this tulle beauty. The crown and opera gloves finish off the gown to make it feminine, but regal.</p>
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<h3>Vera Wang</h3>
<p>In the wedding world, Vera Wang reigns supreme as the queen of bridal wear, so it would be fitting for the bride-to-be to wear her design on the big day. We love this twisted lace number from her latest collection. The ballgown and cream colored tulle would be beautifully accented by her gorgeous, chocolatey locks and a perfect gold hairpiece&hellip; or crown.</p>
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<h3>Monique Lhuillier</h3>
<p>When American royalty gets married (that's the A-list celebs), they turn to one woman for over-the-top glamorous gowns with a modern twist. Monique Lhuillier's been supplying our favorite starlets with one-of-a-kind standout dresses for years, and we know Kate would shine in a strapless embellished gown that's edgy enough for court, without making the Queen wince. America&rsquo;s sweetheart Reese Witherspoon looked gorgeous in her custom-made Monique Lhuillier gown during her recent wedding.</p>
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<h3>Romona Keveza</h3>
<p>Designer Romona Keveza always knows exactly how to make a woman feel regal. In her Spring 2012 Legends line, appropriately titled "The Royal Collection," the designer compliments this feminine A-line gown with delicate Chantilly lace sleeves and an illusion neckline. The silk and taffeta train adds the perfect touch of romance to turn any modern day bride's walk down the aisle into a royal carpet presentation of elegance and grandeur.</p>]]></description>
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<title>Kate’s Royal Wedding Style</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>With the royal wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton just two days away, the world and wedding industry are buzzing with mounted anticipation to see which designer Kate selected to wear on her wedding day. At FashionableBride.com we&rsquo;re curious as to whether she&rsquo;ll be torn between larger-than-life style or traditional simplicity. Here, four looks we think might be fitting of the next queen of England. Which one do you think suits her best?</p>
<p><strong>Mile-High Style</strong> &ndash; If Kate takes a cue from her fashion-forward mother-in-law, then this <a href="http://www.carolinaherrera.com/content.htm" target="_blank">Carolina Herrera</a> gown from Spring 2011 fits the bill. Paired with a bouquet of peonies from <a href="http://www.lolivier.com/store/" target="_blank">L&rsquo;Olivier</a>, a Leah C. headpiece and <a href="http://www.prada.com/" target="_blank">Prada</a> Lucite heels, this look will leave a fashionable mark in the history books.</p>
<p><strong>Drama Queen</strong> &ndash; If Kate fancies a taste of rock-and-roll on her wedding day, this <a href="http://www.stpucchi.com/Home.html" target="_blank">St. Pucchi</a> stunner is just the ticket. Paired with sky-high <a href="http://www.christianlouboutin.com/" target="_blank">Christian Louboutin</a> black patent leather pumps, <a href="http://www.houseoflavande.com/" target="_blank">House of Lavande</a>&rsquo;s necklace and <a href="http://www.fleursfrance.com/" target="_blank">Fleurs de France</a> feathered bouquet, this look is both daring and fashion-forward.</p>
<p><strong>Sweet and Angelic</strong> &ndash; If Kate wants to be utterly elegant on her wedding day, this <a href="http://www.oscardelarenta.com/?folderId=/collections/bridal/" target="_blank">Oscar de la Renta</a> gown will seal the deal. A stunning pair of <a href="http://shop.ivankatrumpcollection.com/" target="_blank">Ivanka Trump</a> seed pearl tassel earrings, <a href="http://www.badgleymischka.com/lifestyle/footwear/" target="_blank">Badgley Mischka</a> white open-toe pumps, a classic<a href="http://www.bottegaveneta.com/default/" target="_blank"> Bottega Veneta</a> Knot clutch and a bouquet of white flowers from <a href="http://isariflowerstudio.com/" target="_blank">Isari Flower Studio</a> finishes the look and will have her straddling the line between angelic and thoroughly modern.</p>
<p><strong>Bohemian Rhapsody</strong> &ndash; This flapper-esque gown from <a href="http://www.marchesa.com/index.php" target="_blank"> Marchesa</a> walks the line between cool-girl vintage style and modern  femininity. Paired with <a href="http://www.kwiat.com/" target="_blank">Kwiat</a>&rsquo;s 18k bangle, <a href="http://www.jenniferbehr.com/" target="_blank">Jennifer Behr</a>&rsquo;s jeweled  hairpiece and <a href="http://www.miumiu.com/" target="_blank">Miu Miu</a> patent nude pumps, this look is both sophisticated  and a statement of Kate&rsquo;s personal style.</p>]]></description>
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<title>For the Boys: The Grooms Gift Guide</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>If your husband-to-be is as fashionable as they come, count yourself lucky. You&rsquo;ll be spending eternity with a bloke who would think twice before surprising you with a waffle maker on your anniversary. But what&rsquo;s best for your groom and his stylish entourage when it comes to your wedding? Let us shine a bit of light on great gift ideas and fashion accessories for the discerning gentlemen in your life.</p>
<h3>4 Stellar Spirits to Gift</h3>
<p><strong>Tequila: Corzo</strong></p>
<p>An unforgettable light, floral and refreshing pure agave tequila, Corzo is tequila painstakingly sourced and produced in the highlands of Mexico. The square bottle is a striking design by renowned French designer, Fabien Baron. ($47.99; <a href="http://www.corzo.com">corzo.com</a>)<strong><br /><br />Gin: Hendrick&rsquo;s</strong></p>
<p>Infusions of cucumber and rose petals give this Scottish-born gin a symphony of smooth, light, crisp notes against the beauty of juniper. The fun of an apothecary bottle design and a playful, fun web site ($30.99; <a href="http://www.hendricksgin.com">hendricksgin.com</a>) doesn&rsquo;t hurt either.<strong><br /><br />Vodka: Belvedere Intense Unfiltered<br /></strong></p>
<p>Encased in a sleek black bottle, this vodka is distilled from a super baker&rsquo;s grade Dankowski Diamond Rye grain, lending a rich, toasted flavor profile with hints of salted caramel, sea salt and white pepper. ($34.99; <a href="http://www.belvederevodka.com">belvederevodka.com</a>)<strong><br /><br />Bourbon: George T. Stagg, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection</strong></p>
<p>Released once a year every fall, the<em> Antique Collection</em> is an array of fine aged whiskies by Buffalo Trace. George T. Stagg is a 15-year old bourbon, perfect for the man who loves the hunt. It&rsquo;s uncut, unfiltered and offers lovely nuances of dark chocolate, vanilla and coffee. ($69.99; <a href="http://www.greatbourbon.com/antiquecollection.aspx">greatbourbon.com</a>)</p>
<h3>4 Choice Items for the Cigar Aficionado</h3>
<p><em>The following suggestions are courtesy of The Stogie Guys (<a href="http://www.stogieguys.com">stogieguys.com</a>), a great source for cigar savvy.</em></p>
<p><strong><br />The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story:</strong> A fantastic little cigar with a sweet Cameroon wrapper that often sells for under $5.</p>
<p><strong><br />Cuban Montecristo Petit Edmundo:</strong> This short, thick Cuban has all the characteristics of a fine smoke from the forbidden island. Even though they are illegal in the US, those in the know can procure a box of 10 for around $120. However, buyers beware because estimates indicated there are more fake Cuban cigars in the world then authentic.<strong><br /><br />Paul Garmirian Symphony 20th Connoisseur:</strong> Introduced in 2010, this is a complex, full-bodied Symphony blend that sells for around $18.<strong><br /><br />Cigar Cutter:</strong> Palio Cutters offer excellent functionality. In addition to providing a great cut, Palios make an excellent resting place for a lit cigar, with sharp looking design. The burl wood and carbon fiber versions are particularly stylish. ($30-$60<span style="text-decoration: underline;">;</span> <a href="http://www.paliocutter.com/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">paliocutter.com</span></a>)</p>
<h3>4 Elegant Accents for the Groomsmen</h3>
<p><strong>Hats:</strong></p>
<p>&ldquo;The generation now is absolutely in love with hats as fashion items,&rdquo; laughs Aida O&rsquo;Toole. She&rsquo;s the proprietress of<a href="http://www.jjhatcenter.com"> JJ Hat Center</a> a Manhattan hatter that&rsquo;s been around for more than 100 years. The most popular style for weddings is still the Top Hat, but Fedoras in the winter or straw Boaters in the summer make stylish accessories that can double as groomsmen gifts. Proprietors like <a href="http://www.jjhatcenter.com">JJ Hat Center</a> can match your bridesmaid dress color to the hatband for an added signature look. (Fedoras start at $50 per hat; <a href="http://www.jjhatcenter.com">jjhatcenter.com</a>)<strong><br /><br />Sunglasses:</strong></p>
<p>Mick Jagger. Grace Kelly. Audrey Hepburn. What do they all have in common? They never left home with out a pair of <a href="http://www.olivergoldsmith.com">Oliver Goldsmith</a> sunglasses.</p>
<p>If your wedding party is cool enough to pull off shades, it&rsquo;s the brand you want. Thirty styles come in 5 different colors each, and if you really want to make an impression, hit up the Notting Hill store in London. They can sort you out with a design from 500 archived frames dating back to the 1940&rsquo;s, handmade in any color. (Starting at $300; <a href="http://www.olivergoldsmith.com">olivergoldsmith.com</a>)<strong><br /><br />Cufflinks:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.Cuffhim.com">Cuffhim.com</a> is the only company in the world that takes a person&rsquo;s signature and uses the letters to create custom initial cufflinks. You are sent a 3D picture for approval. Pendants can also be designed for bridesmaids. From classic sterling silver to platinum laced with diamonds, they company can create a truly unique heirloom unlike any other. ($350 to start for a single initial done in sterling silver; <a href="http://www.Cuffhim.com">cuffhim.com</a>)<strong><br /><br />Pocket watch: </strong></p>
<p>A good pocket watch is a classic and refined keepsake that sends the elegance of a good vest over-the-top. Suzanne Martinez, owner of<a href="http://www.langantiques.com"> Lang Antiques</a> can sort you out with styles from the late 1800s through the 1940s. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a great gift for the fianc&eacute;,&rdquo; she admits. &ldquo;They are a beautiful symbol to mark the passage of time.&rdquo; (Vintage and authentic begin at $1,000; <a href="http://www.langantiques.com">langantiques.com</a>) &nbsp;</p>
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