In May of 2014, two years after Karmin and Adam met at the Del Mar horse races, the pair took a weekend getaway to a winery in Temecula, California. Karmin had no idea she was about to get engaged — never mind find her wedding venue! After a tour of the Ponte Vineyard Inn’s winery, Adam popped the question overlooking the pond and then treated his bride-to-be to dinner at the Inn’s restaurant. Says Karmin, “After an amazing weekend like that, it’s no surprise we returned on April 10, 2015, for our wedding!”

They let the gorgeous venue inspire every detail, planning a romantic garden-themed celebration with a menu that paired perfectly with the vineyard‘s best wines. They kept the guest list small, inviting only 90 people to join them — a decision that made their wedding day all the more intimate and kept costs down. But they didn’t sacrifice an ounce of sunny, soft California style! Take a peek at Adam and Karmin’s vineyard nuptials, photographed by Carmen Santorelli, below!

It all started with the pair’s custom watercolor invitation suite, designed by The Lettered Bride. Hand-written gold calligraphy matched the envelope, with floral elements to tie into the garden theme.

The petite bride took matters into her own hands when it came to her wedding dress, donning towering Charlotte Olympia pumps beneath her perfectly-altered gown. The slim Katie May design, with corded lace over champagne lining, had an open back and a subtle train. “I wanted my gown to fit my body properly, so I made sure not to skimp on the alterations!” Karmin says. She paired the subdued style with a full bouquet of white and peach dahlias, garden roses, peonies, ranunculus, and geranium leaves.

Adam’s classic attire was a Black by Vera Wang tuxedo, which his groomsmen also wore. The bridesmaids stunned in soft chiffon Jenny Yoo gowns in a pecan hue and carried smaller versions of the bride’s blush and peach bouquet.

Extra pops of peach and coral, in the form of lush garden roses and peonies, differentiated the bridesmaids’ blooms.

The ceremony took place overlooking the vineyard’s pond (the same one in the background of Adam’s proposal!), beneath a pergola decorated with soft peach and blush flowers.

The Catholic-inspired ceremony included a reading of “The Key to Love,” as well as traditional vows.

“We fell in love with the vineyard the day we got engaged,” says Karmin. “We even picked out the reception location on our tour before Adam popped the question!”

As guests headed toward the Barrel Room for dinner, they found their watercolor escort cards attached to vintage key bottle openers and suspended by an ornate frame.

Inside the barrel room, round tables were set with white linens, blush napkins, and gold flatware. Centerpieces combined roses and ranunculus in shades of cream and blush, and table numbers were written on octagonal mirrors.

Guests were treated to a wine pairing dinner, with sirloin, mahi mahi, lavender jasmine rice, and potato-mushroom gratin served alongside Ponte Vineyard Inn’s own vintages.

For dessert, the bride and groom cut into a two-tiered cake with layers of French vanilla cake, chocolate buttercream, peanut butter cream cheese, and salted caramel mousse. “We chose a smaller, simple design, then had a sheet cake in the back,” says Karmin. “It saved us money and also let our venue get a head-start on cake-cutting!”

Instead of a guest book, Adam and Karmin asked guests to sign a book of Pablo Neruda’s love poems.

The couple’s DJ played everything from Michael Bublé to country music, including the bride and groom’s first dance to “Mean to Me” by Brett Eldridge. “My father-daughter dance was one of the best moments, and I’ll always smile thinking back on it,” says Karmin. “And Adam and I are so glad we splurged on photography. The amazing pictures we’ll have forever are worth the extra cost!”

Venue & Catering: Ponte Winery and Vineyard Inn || Wedding Planner: Meadowsweet Events || Bride’s Wedding Dress: Katie May || Shoes: Charlotte Olympia || Jewelry: BHLDN || Hair & Makeup: Thorne Artistry || Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Jenny Yoo || Groom & Groomsmen’s Attire: Black by Vera Wang || Wedding Bands: Blue Nile || Floral Design: Plenty of Petals || Invitations & Paper Goods: The Lettered Bride || Ceremony Music: Eric Foster || Reception Music: Elite British DJ || Cake: Cakes to Celebrate || Photo Booth: Linda Moo Photographie || Photographer Carmen Santorelli Studio

Looking for more wedding ideas just like this? Then we bet you’ll love watching another couple exchange winery “I do’s” in the video below.

One of a wedding guest’s favorite things is an open bar. Whether it’s champagne and mixed drinks or signature cocktails and the groom’s favorite beers, being able to grab a drink at will really gets the party going! Another thing that can start the party? Shots. But this remnant of your college days can also go downhill — fast. Should you serve shots at your wedding, or should you nix the straight shooters? Our experts weigh in.

Before you start thinking about whether the two of you would like shots to be served at your wedding, check with your venue and bartending service. Some have a strict no-shots policy, which will make the decision a lot easier for you!

If you do have the option of serving shots, think about the context. You probably don’t want anyone pounding drink after drink (which can make for a very sloppy wedding guest), but you could find a way to serve a shot strategically and then switch back to mixed drinks only. For example, a wedding on the beach in Mexico pretty much calls for a shot of tequila, which you could have passed around for guests to take as the toasts are finished, and then you could request that the bartenders not pour any additional shots for the rest of the evening. You could also only serve shots during a specific time, scheduling a cut-off an hour or so before the reception ends. And be sure to ask your bartenders to keep an eye on guests to make sure no one is over-served.

You’ll also want to think through the cost of serving shots over mixed drinks. Because shots are consumed quickly and aren’t cut with mixers, people tend to have a few shots in the time it would take them to drink one mixed drink. This means your alcohol consumption will skyrocket a lot faster, which will cost you more money — and could lead to you running out of certain liquors before the evening is over.

After one Canadian mom took a timeout during her wedding ceremony to breastfeed her daughter — right in the middle of a Catholic church, no less — the Internet had quite a few things to say about it (as you can imagine). While some were horrified that a bride would even consider lowering her wedding dress in front of a crowd of wedding guests in order to feed their little one, others were a taaad bit more supportive. And by a tad bit we mean immensely so!

The photo of Christina Torino-Benton nestling her baby girl close to her chest has been shared thousands of times on Facebook, spurring a conversation about where (and when) breastfeeding is appropriate. But it turns out, Torino-Benton isn’t the first bride to encounter such a dilemma — other brides around the globe have had to come to the rescue when their little one got too hungry to deal, breastfeeding them right then and there in the middle of their wedding ceremony. Don’t believe us? Just look at the slew of photo-evidence below.

The Facebook page which started the conversation, called Breastfeeding Mama Talk, posted the almost-iconic picture of Torino-Benton on their wall and captioned it saying, “Talk about feeding anytime and anywhere. That moment when you’re getting married and your baby gets hungry…Fighting that good fight!” Feeling inspired, hundreds of proud mommies responded with their OWN breastfeeding pictures on their wedding day. The result? Well, you’ll just have to see for yourself.

But it wasn’t all a positive response. According to BBC, Torino-Benton said that some Facebook users “dismissed her for breastfeeding at church.” Of course, the courageous mom had a witty response to all of the naysayers. “To those people, I say, there is nothing more natural than feeding your infant with what God gave me,” she told BBC.

We can’t argue with that!

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There’s nothing like a destination wedding to get some major bonding time in with your favorite people. It’s not just a wedding, it’s like a mini vacation — and with that comes events and outfit choices, oh no! And in the case of a destination wedding, those outfits no doubt include a swimsuit or two (or three, who’s counting!). If you’re a “wearing all white all weekend” kind of bride, investing in some adorable white swimsuits to lounge in the days leading up to and the day after your wedding might be just right for you. There’s an infinite sea of white bathing suits out there to suit your wedding style, and we’ve narrowed it down to our current top 10. Get ready to hit the beach or pool in these adorable swim picks.

For the Boho Bride:
If your idea of a bikini conjures up images of surfers, cozy beach blankets, and flowing beach waves you’re definitely a bohemian bride! Look for triangle bikini tops or ’70s-inspired bandeaus and hip-hugging bottoms. Crochet details are having a major moment, and there’s a reason every Instagram style star (and model) has been snapped wearing Kiini’s version. Marysia’s Antibes scalloped bikini is another ubiquitous, ultra-flattering style we love!

(Clockwise from top left: Antibes Scallop Bikini and Top, $272, Marysia Swim available at Net-a-porter; Valentine triangle bikini top and bottom, $165 and $120, Kiini available at Barneys; Crochet halter top and bottom, $124 and $110, She Made Me available at Everythingbutwater.com; Catch waves scalloped bikini set, $68, Nasty Gal)

See more: 9 Destination Wedding Tips You Haven’t Heard

For the One-Piece Lover:

Whether you’re ahead of the trends, or a sporty bride who doesn’t want to fuss with bikini straps, it’s undeniable that one-pieces are back in a big way! And what’s not to love? They’re flattering (read, Instagram worthy), easy to deal with, and can be a girl’s best friend — aka they provide coverage in all the right places. Best yet, the new versions are super stylish, sexy, and just plain adorable. (Left to right: “Bride” one-piece swimsuit, $99, Private Party available at Nordstrom; The Anne-Marie solid one-piece, $158, Solid and Striped; Indigo Dreams one-piece, $79.95, Billabong available at Swell)

For the just a little Indie Bride:
Look for bikinis with just a hint of trend, like a ruffle here, or a cut-out there. Don’t be scared to bring runway trends into the mix with an off-the-shoulder bikini top. Sporty, flirty, and an easy way to show the world you’re on top of the latest fashions! (Left to right: Flounce crop top and itsy bottom, $31.50 and $15, Victoria’s Secret; Mesh halter top and hipster bottom, $58 and $46, J.Crew; Shyla bikini top and bottom, $74.20 and each, Tori Praver available at Shopbop.com)

While he may not be the best wedding gift giver in the world, Donald Trump definitely makes sure that his wives are sporting large engagement rings during their marriages. The ring he bought for his second ex-wife, Marla Maples, is being sold in an auction on Wednesday — for a whopping $300,000.

The ring, a ginormous 7.45-carat emerald-cut rock (about the size of a postage stamp), is being sold by its owner through Joseph DuMouchelle, the same auctioneer who originally sold it for Maples in 1999 following her divorce from Trump, Yahoo reports. Back then, the ring was purchased for $110,000.

Now the same couple is selling it, and the auction is happening at the New York Palace hotel in New York City — near the site of Trump’s actual wedding to Maples at the Plaza Hotel.

The actress and the presumptive Republican nominee got married in 1993 after a controversial and first-marriage-ending affair (which caused his divorce to Ivanka Trump). Maples is currently known for her spot on Dancing With The Stars, but back in the day it was her tabloid-filled romance with Trump that helped rise her to fame as an Inside Edition correspondent. Recently she shared with People that she wasn’t truly about that life. “Putting on gowns and going out hosting events and having Harry Winston put jewelry on my hands was always uncomfortable for me — that was me playing a role,” the 52-year-old noted.

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Their December 1993 wedding was a lavish ’90s affair attended by over 1000 people, with Maples wearing a white silk long-sleeve Carolina Herrera wedding gown, a $2 million dollar Harry Winston tiara, and grasping a bouquet of pink roses. The nuptials were covered by 17 television crews, 90 paparazzi photographers, and a slew of gossip columnists, according to the New York Times. Among the guests was the infamous O.J. Simpson, who shared with Inside Edition outside the wedding, “I think everybody in the country believes that maybe their relationship could work if this relationship works.” Awkward. The two split in 1999, and they have one daughter, Tiffany, together.

When it comes to relationships, some men and women have a rule book they follow. “We feel protected from being hurt or disappointed by the other person by following these rules,” explains Jane Greer, Ph.D., relationship expert and author of What About Me? Stop Selfishness From Ruining Your Relationship. “But we should question them, because … people need individual and different ideas in life. As long as you feel secure in the actions you’re taking and can deal with the outcomes, it’s OK to break the rules.” Here, our experts say, are eight such relationship rules you can and maybe even should break.

Rule 1: Always make the first date for coffee or cocktails.
Many people worry that a big dating investment up front might not pay off, so they give only a minimal time-commitment to the first date. “But I think you should turn this rule on it’s head,” relationship and etiquette expert April Masini says. “If you’re going to accept a date, go all in. After all, when someone invites you to dinner on a Saturday night, they’re showing you they think you’re special and that they’re committed. And you can weed out serial daters and daters who aren’t that serious about you this way.”

Rule 2: You must wait until the third date to have sex.
Think getting down too soon is a deal breaker? It might be time to think again, says Greer. “If you feel good about the person, are really attracted to them, and you feel safe with them, it’s OK to go ahead and sleep with them,” she says. “On the flip side, you can also wait until past the third date.” In other words, wait until you’re ready, whenever that may be.

Rule 3: You should always stick to your type.
“It’s great to know who you are and what you’re looking for,” says Masini. But if sticking to a particular type of person isn’t working for you, it’s time to toss your type out the window and try something new, she says. “Many people don’t even realize that they’re dating a type until they start complaining that nothing is working for them,” Masini explains. “You may come to find sweet surprises when you shake up the path you’re on for a different one that leads you where you always wanted to go.”

Rule 4: You have to wait to introduce him to your friends.
Greer says that many people think they can’t formally introduce their love interests to their friends (and especially their parents) until after they’ve hit a certain number of dates. But, she says, “if you’re feeling comfortable with him and want your friends to meet him, by all means, break this rule. Bring him into your circle and see if he clicks with them.”

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Rule 5: When you’re right, you shouldn’t be the first to apologize.
When you’re right, you’re right. And when you’re right, it can feel like you shouldn’t have to be the first to say you’re sorry. But, says Greer, “it doesn’t matter who’s right or wrong — it matters that you’re trying to understand each other and resolve the issue. Break this rule and try to work things out rather than standing on principle and feeling right.”

Rule 6: I must have a plus-one.
Just because you get an invitation that gives you a plus-one to your BFF’s wedding doesn’t mean you should bring a date, says Masini. In fact, she suggests, it’s good to fly solo if you’re single. Why? “You’ll have a much better chance of meeting someone if you appear single than if you drag along a friend or a default date simply because you don’t want to be alone because it’s uncomfortable,” Masini says.

Rule 7: You shouldn’t go away for the weekend before you’ve had sex.
If you’ve yet to be intimate with your partner, you might worry that going away together is a way of sealing the deal way before you’re ready. Says Greer, “If you feel you’re really into him and want to go away, it’s OK — but don’t feel pressured to be intimate just because you’re going on a vacation. If you feel like he may have expectations, then let him know before you go that you make no promises in that department and don’t know how you’ll be feeling once you get there.”

Rule 8: Never accept a last-minute date.
Masini says this is generally a good rule to follow. “However, there times when it’s perfect to break this rule once,” she says. “If he was taking his mother to the ballet and she wasn’t feeling well and he would like to take you instead, grab your little black dress and enjoy. Or if his roommate just missed a plane and won’t be able to use court side basketball tickets, and he’d love you to go with him in an hour, it’s legit enough to change your tune, break the rule, and go. This isn’t something you want to get into the habit of doing, but if there’s a believable reason for the last minute date, and it’s not ‘hanging out’ or watching Netflix at his place or yours, you should go.”

About to walk down the aisle and wrap your arms around that your soulmate for the rest of your life? Well by this point, with the wedding date set, you probably think you know every single thing about your fiancé, and vice versa. Things like their favorite dinner dish, the color they like to wear that brings out their eyes, how they secretly roll their eyes at their boss when he’s not looking. You may know every pet peeve they have, hobby they hope to tackle and take on in the near future, and childhood secret that they kept close to them and haven’t told anybody else in the world.

But one thing you may not have shared with one another are the dirty details about past relationships. How many exes each of you had, how those love connections ended and, of course, why they ended. You may even want to see a photo of your significant other’s former significant other, or try to find out their last name so you can do a quick, and quite extensive, Google and social media search.

So is this something you two need to share before entering a life together of happy matrimony? Well, if you’ve made it this far without knowing those details, you may want to steer clear of unleashing unnecessary pre-martial jealously or upset. It’s okay to sit down and give each other a vague timeline of previous failed relationships, but names and photos don’t really need to be shared.

Ask each other if both of you want to walk down this road of sharing together, or if it’s better that the past is just the past. Either way, don’t feel the need to disclose all the info info in order to get an official green light to walk down the aisle and tie the knot. Just make sure you stress the fact (to both your fiancé AND yourself) that the ex is out of your life and you’ll never invite them back in — because what’s done, is done.

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Jen Glantz is a “Professional Bridesmaid” and the founder of Bridesmaid for Hire. She’s the author of All My Friends Are Engaged and frequently wears old bridesmaid dresses to the grocery store and on first dates.

Congratulations are in order for Dancing with the Stars pros Peta Murgatroyd and Maksim Chmerkovskiy! After a month of swirling pregnancy rumors, the reports are finally confirmed — this engaged twosome is expecting their first child together!

Murgatroyd, 29, and Chmerkovskiy, 36, got engaged in December and are thrilled to already be expanding their family, People reports. “I can’t wait to provide this baby with the tools to become a beautiful, kind person,” Chmerkovskiy says in the current issue of the magazine, also revealing that the duo learned they were expecting just a few weeks into season 22 of Dancing with the Stars. “I was so sick,” Murgatroyd said of her first months of pregnancy.

“I’m looking forward to nurturing something and just having the baby be the center of our world,” Murgatroyd said. “I’m looking forward to putting all our energy into this beautiful soul.”

Just last week, the mom-to-be shared a fitspo Instagram showing off her tiny, ab-clad baby bump with a little exercise tip for her fans and followers. “Fit Tip: If you’re one of those people who has trouble keeping focused throughout your cardio workout (yes, running on a treadmill is somewhat mundane), try and incorporate weights throughout your cardio. Break it up and do 15 mins cardio and 15 mins weights, REPEAT until you are officially dead!”

The couple still doesn’t know whether they’re having a boy or girl, but “we’ll be in trouble with a little me running around,” Chmerkovskiy joked. “So hopefully they’ll be a lot like Peta.”

The engaged twosome, who is planning a wedding for summer 2017, admits that they weren’t envisioning starting a family until after they tie the knot — but they’re still happy as can be.

“The timing is perfect, actually,” Murgatroyd said. “I’ll have the baby in January and then I’ll still have about six months to prepare for the wedding.”

“The baby will make a wonderful addition to the wedding party,” Chmerkovskiy added. “A wonderful, tiny addition.”

The couple has been open about their desire for children. “I would like to start [having kids pretty soon. A little boy, and then a little girl,” Murgatroyd said right after their whirlwind engagement.

The road to married life (and now parenthood) wasn’t always an easy one; Murgatroyd’s first thoughts on her fiancé were less-than-stellar at first. “I thought he was arrogant. I learned to like him because I found out he wasn’t that arrogant. He was really generous to the entire cast, and our friendship grew and grew,” she admitted. The dancing duo worked together as friends for a long time — including when Chmerkovskiy was engaged to DWTS pro Karina Smirnoff and Murgaroyd was dating DWTS cast mate Damien Whitewood.

But her fiancé doesn’t agree with her first impression sentiments, retorting, “Okay, that’s a defense mechanism. I think she was in love with me at first sight and just doesn’t want to admit it.” And it seems Murgatroyd’s change of heart was the real deal, because she has been totally smitten ever since — even when Chmerovskiy tried to break things off after less than a year of dating! “My heart was broken. But when we were driving to the airport after the breakup talk, he literally asked me why I was taking all my bags and clothes back. I was like, ‘We just broke up. Why would I leave anything behind?’ That’s when I knew it wasn’t really over for forever.”

I am so proud of you. Your opening night blew me away baby and all throughout was so overwhelmingly joyous. The stage was on fire, the cast comradery was infectious….I love you and everything that you are @maksimc

A photo posted by Peta Murgatroyd (@petamurgatroyd) on Jun 15, 2016 at 7:31pm PDT

Luckily for the two, who met when they were cast in the Broadway production Burn the Floor, the breakup lasted less than three months, and the stars aligned (no pun intended). In December, while on the dance floor during DWTS (because, where else?), Chmerovskiy proposed with a gorgeous engagement ring in front of their fellow costars and the shocked viewers around the world on live television. The life-changing moment was caught on tape, luck for us.

“I wanted it to be kind of like a surprise for everybody,” the professional dancer shared. “Everybody had an amazing moment that was very unforgettable and things like this need to be unforgettable. It needs to be special.”

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While some wedding items are totally worth the splurge, from hiring that photographer you really love to upgrading your furniture rentals, not every detail is a “must have” — or worth that extra money. When it comes to figuring out what to skip, there are no better experts than planners themselves! After all, their job is to help you best use your budget to create the wedding of your dreams. We turned to top planners from around the country to get the low-down on which wedding items simply aren’t worth that extra cash.

Over-The-Top Invitations
“Don’t blow your budget on intricate invitations unless money is no object,” says Carolee Higashino, president and founder of White Orchid Wedding. “A box full of rose petals, tied with silk ribbon and finished with hand-painted calligraphy is stunning, but once you add on shipping… ca-ching! There are so many beautiful hand-written fonts available, and amazing designers and technology that can help you create this feeling at a fraction of the cost.”

RSVP Cards
Thought these were a necessity? Think again! Alicia Falango, founder of Alicia K Designs explains: “Being in San Francisco, many of our clients want to incorporate as much technology as they can. In lieu of an RSVP card, we do online responses. There are a number of great sites that will help streamline the process, and you’ll save on both printing and postage. Plus, it makes the process so much easier!”

Favors
“Don’t feel pressured to spend money on wedding favors if the items are arbitrary or are products branded with your names and wedding date (which will likely go unused),” says Kristin Banta, founder of Kristin Banta Events. “If you really want to invest in a takeaway, choose something that’s relevant to the two of you, like a jar of the jam you can’t go a morning without, a bag of your signature coffee blend, or something poignant like a baseball signed by the two of you if you met playing on your company’s co-ed team.”

Gift and Card Tables
“It’s one more table and linen to rent, and isn’t a must-have,” says Banta. “Instead, enlist servers at the venue or your event production team to take gifts from arriving guests and store them somewhere safe until they can be transported to your hotel room.”

Couture Wedding Dresses
Hear us out on this one! If your wedding budget is tight, your wedding dress might be one area where you can save. “The most important aspect of a wedding gown is a phenomenal fit, not whether every bead was applied by hand,” says Higashino. “Couture gowns can often be the thing that breaks the budget, so before you hand over your credit card, shop around a bit. There are so many more affordable sources, like BHLDN and J.Crew, that aren’t sacrificing an ounce of style.” Find an amazing seamstress to make your dress fit like a glove, add some fab accessories, and no one will know whether you spent $1,000 or $10,000. The same goes for bridesmaids dresses! Hit up your favorite ready-to-wear shops and seek out a dress you love at a lower price.

Champagne
“Unless you’re huge champagne fans, you can easily forgo the bubbly altogether,” Banta advises. “You could offer half pours just for toasts, or completely skip it and have your guests toast with whatever drink they have in hand. They’ll likely have already selected their preferred beverage, and won’t be inclined to switch — meaning even that sip or two of champagne won’t be consumed.” Adds Allison Aronne, wedding producer with Fête New York, “If you really want bubbly, opt for a smaller, lesser-known champagne house instead of a brand name, or swap it out with prosecco or another sparkling wine.”

See more: 5 Last-Minute Ways to Save Money On Your Wedding

A Full Open Bar
“Reexamining the bar is one of the easiest ways to save a few dollars,” says Higashino. “Forgo the full bar and instead offer two signature cocktails along with beer and wine. Avoid opening the bar too early (before the ceremony, for example) to save on staffing and the amount that is consumed, as well as limit the possibility of overconsumption.” You can also take steps to serve a little less (and your guests will barely notice): “Request that your bartending staff do lighter pours. And skip the shots! These can dramatically increase your consumption fees, since a single shot is much smaller than a full mixed drink.”

The Dessert Course
Serving wedding cake and dessert as part of your dinner menu can cause costs to add up. Explains Banta, “Instead of a plated dessert, offer tray-passed selections — including slices of your wedding cake. Guests will love being able to get up and move, and grab dessert whenever the need for sweets strikes. You’ll also save on food since you won’t be wasting those servings that would be offered to people who don’t love sweets, and passed desserts that can be eaten with your fingers instead of a fork will save you on china and silverware rentals.”

The Band
While an amazing band will transform your party if it fits into your budget, an equally talented DJ will ring in at a significantly lower cost. “I know it sounds insane, but there are a few benefits to picking the DJ,” says Teissia Treynet, founder of Firefly Events. “DJs don’t need breaks the same way a band does, and they’ll play your favorite songs exactly how you want to hear them. Sure, there are some cheesy DJs out there (and cheesy bands, too!), but there are also some great ones!”

If words like ball gown, sweetheart, empire, and halter have recently entered your vocabulary, then chances are you’re a bride in search of her perfect wedding dress. And if you live in Dallas or close to it, you’re in luck — Dallas has plenty of bridal shops to choose from no matter what style you’re looking for. Also, be sure to make an appointment for the fastest and best experience wherever you decide to shop.

Patsy’s Bridal Boutique (Above)
For over 25 years Patsy’s Bridal Boutique has been helping Dallas brides find that one dress they can’t live without. Consultants will work with you one-on-one to make your big-day vision come to life. Beyond just finding a new dress, they can also redesign vintage gowns — so if your “Something Old” is Grandma’s wedding dress, they can update it enough to be modern (while still preserving the wonderful memories it holds). Read real brides’ reviews here!

Terry Costa
Terry Costa, popular for their envy-worthy prom and homecoming dresses, also caters to brides to be, bridesmaids, and mothers of the bride. Shop for your bridal gown, reception dress, and rehearsal dress all in one stop. The giant “Terry Costa” letters welcome you into what could be an overwhelming store for some, but soon, an assigned bridal coordinator will guide you effortlessly through the process. All the way in the back are private fitting rooms and a grand central area with plenty of mirrors — so you’ll be able to see how the gown looks from every angle. While you’re there, pick up any bridal accessories you or your bridesmaids may need — matching earrings, shoes, and necklaces are some of the bonus items the Dallas salon carries, just to name a few. Read real brides’ reviews here!

A Curvy Bride
If you’re a plus-size bride, the hunt for the right fit in a wedding dress can be even more challenging. Located in historic uptown Dallas, A Curvy Bride, is a one-stop shop for any bride looking for her dream dress. Their philosophy is rooted in making sure every bride has a wonderful experience shopping — no matter what size, height, or unique body shape she may have. Many sample sizes at other bridal shops aren’t carried in larger sizes, so it can be difficult to know how a particular style may look. Luckily for you, A Curvy Bride carries sample sizes from 16 and up — and their expert stylists are on-hand to help the entire time. Read real brides’ reviews here!

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Stardust Celebrations
Stardust Celebrations carries hundreds of wedding dresses for every type of Dallas bride. The bridal department is by appointment only, so make sure you align your calendar based on when you’ll need the dress — and include time for alterations. Your stylist will first evaluate your particular requests and pull dresses they feel match your unique style. Bring your bridesmaids too, as they can help find bridesmaid dresses that will flatter each of your girls. Even better? Once you’ve selected your color palette, they’ll make suggestions for complementary colors so the wedding will be aesthetically pleasing in every sense of the word. Read real brides’ reviews here!

Want even more choices? Head to our Dallas Dresses page to find other local wedding gown shops in the area!