This week, Prince William and Princess Kate are jetting around British Columbia and the Yukon with royal cuties Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Although they’re hitting tons of locations during their trip — Vancouver, the Great Bear Rainforest, Haida Gwaii, the Okanagan, and Whitehorse are all on the itinerary — their home base will be Victoria, a gorgeous coastal town with a British vibe on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Fun fact: British Columbia‘s capital is also a sweet spot for honeymoons, and it’s the perfect place to launch a romantic road trip around the island. Here are 10 things we think Will and Kate should see and do on their trip — and you can totally knock these off for your honeymoon!

1. Check in to the Fairmont Empress
Want to honeymoon like royalty? Stay at the Fairmont Empress, an ivy-covered grand dame hotel that presides over Victoria’s Inner Harbour. This visit, William, Kate, and the kids are staying at Government House — the official residence of B.C.’s lieutenant governor — but Will’s great-grandparents, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, visited in 1939, and his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II has swung by several times. Also the afternoon tea is insane. (Definitely pick up a box of the hotel’s tea blend to take home with you.)

2. See some gardens
This is a city that loves its flowers. About 1,600 baskets overflowing with petunias and geraniums hang from Victoria’s lamp posts, and English-style gardens of roses and hydrangeas bloom in just about every front yard. As amazing as the flowers are in town, you haven’t seen anything until you’ve checked out Butchart Gardens, one of the best public gardens in the world. Surprise to no one: It’s a huge wedding spot.

3. Hit the beach
Victoria may be far from a tropical destination, but it does have some lovely beaches. In the summer, locals flock to sandy Willows Beach and Cordova Bay. Want to take a seaside stroll? Go to windswept Clover Point to watch the kite flyers and walk along the Ross Bay seawall.

4. Snag some seafood
Victoria is a mecca for fish and chips. Luckily for you, the Fairmont Empress is just across the street from one of our favorite seafood spots, Red Fish Blue Fish. Or take a water taxi to Barb’s Fish & Chips, on Fisherman’s Wharf, both for the fantastic halibut and the chance to feed the harbor seals who hang out nearby.

5. Get on a boat
Head to Swartz Bay and catch a ferry to Salt Spring Island, a bucolic paradise for hippies and hipsters. For a luxe stay, check in to the Hastings House, a Relais and Chateaux resort on the water with the two best restaurants on the island. Or drop your bags at Hedgerow House, a serene B&B where owners Jayne and Peter serve up a three-course breakfast showcasing local ingredients. (We still dream about ours.)

6. Find a farm
Within about a minute of arriving on Salt Spring Island, you’ll start dreaming about ditching your day jobs and living off the land. That’s because this lush island is covered in farmland and filled with young artisans making incredible food. Don’t miss a tasting at Salt Spring Vineyards and Winery, and definitely stop in at Salt Spring Cheese to sample the freshly made goat cheese and feta. Dressed up with flowers, herbs, fruits, or spices, every flavor is Instagram-worthy and delicious.

7. Commune with nature
Take the ferry to Crofton, back on Vancouver Island, where you’ll begin the four-and-a-half-mile drive to Tofino on the isle’s west coast. The route winds west over mountains, through forests, and along rivers. The best place to stretch your legs? Cathedral Grove in MacMillan Provincial Park, a serene old-growth forest filled with cedar trees and giant Douglas firs — including some that are more than 800 years old. BTW, when we say giant, we mean giant — the biggest measures almost 30 feet around.

8. Catch a few waves
After arriving in Tofino, honeymooners in the know make a beeline for the Wickaninnish Inn. Consistently ranked as one of the top hotels in the world, it’s beyond romantic, with impeccable service, a small-but-superb spa, and a much-lauded seafood-centric restaurant with 240-degree views. And what views — the hotel sits on a wide crescent of beach fringed by forests, hiking trails, and surfer-filled waters. Traveling in the winter? Winds and waves get fierce when the days get short, making the inn a favorite spot for storm watchers.

9. Get outdoors
For a primo place to hike, hit the trails in the Pacific National Park. Rather watch wildlife via boat? Sign up for an orca or bear watching tour with Jamie’s Whale Watching Station.

10. Ease back in
Time to drive back to Victoria for your return trip home. For a gentle re-entry into the real world, spend your pre-flight night at the Sooke Harbour House, a quiet 28-room seaside retreat a half hour outside the city. Here you’ll find quiet nooks for reading, oceanfront totem poles, and a renowned restaurant that was doing farm-to-table fare long before it was cool.

The best way to start creating your wedding registry is to sit down and think about what you use in your day-to-day life — this way you’ll end up with gifts you’ll both love and use often. Do you cook every evening? Spend the weekends camping? Or maybe a lot of your schedule revolves around your pet, from daily walks with the dog to cuddle sessions with your kitten. If the latter applies to you and your fiancé, you may be wondering if your pet can get in on the registry action. Our experts have a few tips for adding items for your pet to your wedding registry — take a peek!

Whether you’ve already got a home full of things you love, or just adore your furry friend, adding items for your pet to your wedding registry is a great way to give guests more options when they’re shopping for gifts, as well as include things you really want. It’s also a great idea if your pet will be playing a role in your wedding: If he’s important enough to make a trip down the aisle, he can definitely get a gift or two, too. So if you’re registering somewhere that also offers pet goodies, go ahead and break out the scanner gun! There are, of course, a few guidelines to keep in mind.

Avoid registering for things that are your pet’s basic necessities (we’re talking food and cat litter). There’s a good chance that 50-lb. bag of dog food will not be showing up with a note from your aunt! You should also avoid registering for a whole bunch of toys, as while your pet might love them, it’s a less personal gift that guests probably won’t want to give.

Instead, focus on items that will benefit you, too. Has your dog outgrown his crate? Does your cat need a cool new climbing structure? Or would a cozy pet bed fit in great with your new living room furniture? Maybe your four-legged friends could use a pretty set of matching bowls? Items like these that will be visible in your home fall somewhere between pet supplies and décor. Heading on a far-flung honeymoon? You could totally stick an item into your honeymoon fund for a dog walker or a week of boarding at a kennel.

Just don’t forget to include your pet’s name when you send out the thank you notes!

See more: Everything You Need to Register For

Admit it: there’s a wedding gift you know your fiancé would be more excited about than classic cufflinks. Professional boudoir photography has grown in popularity in recent years, especially among brides looking to surprise their future spouses with the sexy shots or just bask in the confidence-boosting glow of this special time in their lives. Jenny Taylor, of the Naperville-based studio Jenny Taylor Boudoir Photography, says brides make up about 50 percent of her clients.

“It is such a bucket list item,” Taylor says. “When clients are ready to walk out our door they’re like, ‘Oh, I feel amazing. I could do anything.’ “

Of course, the thought of stripping down for such intimate photos is pretty nerve-racking for most clients too. So what do you need to know before you un-veil yourself? Taylor sends new clients a 13-page packet of tips to prep for their appointment and shared a few pointers with us.

The idea of wearing lingerie in a photo shoot terrifies me. How do I find a studio that will make me feel comfortable?
Boudoir shoots are an incredibly personal experience, so Taylor urges brides to do their homework. Comb through any photographer’s website to see where their studio is, making sure to check Google Maps to verify it’s a building and neighborhood in which you would feel safe. If they operate out of their home, ask lots of questions. Are you comfortable shooting in their bedroom if that’s where they shoot? If it’s a basement studio, is it finished? The more you know, the better.

“I’ve heard stories of women going in and sheets are put on a cement floor,” Taylor says.

Most legitimate photographers will also have positive online feedback, plenty of examples of their work on their site and a social media following. Do they ask permission before posting your images on their site? Ask. Many boudoir studios boast all-female staffs. If you’re not comfortable with a man prepping your shoot or shooting the photographs, be sure to check. Communication beforehand with the photographer you’ll be working with is always a good idea, Taylor says.

“It’s a very personal experience, so instead of just clicking on a website like, ‘Okay, I’m booking this date and then showing up somewhere,’ make sure that person’s at least available to text message you, email, some communication,” she says.

I don’t know how to look sexy on camera. What should I keep in mind for the shoot?
Nerves are the issue Taylor says she hears about from brides the most. Many professional studios, like Taylor’s, see this daily and are trained in bringing out your inner sex kitten. But if for some reason the photographer you’re working with isn’t helping, Taylor suggests practicing in the mirror beforehand and most importantly trusting yourself.

“Go in with confidence. Be yourself,” she says.

What should I wear?
If you’ve had a bachelorette party or personal shower, now would be a great time to bust out the silky slips and bra sets you received as gifts, or shop for something that makes you feel like a star.

“If you love the way it looks in the mirror, you’ll love the way it looks in pictures,” Taylor says.

Taylor’s studio doesn’t do nude photos, but some studios do, so be sure to ask about that if it’s something you’re interested in. One saucy accessory Taylor loves? Your wedding veil.

If I want to surprise my fiancé with the photos on our wedding day, how far ahead of time should I book my shoot?
It varies from photographer to photographer. Taylor says her studio needs at least two to three months to get everything turned around, though brides often book her services when they book their wedding photographer months ahead of time. And because many reputable photographers will only do one or two shoots a day, appointments can book up a few years in advance.

See More: Everything You Need to Know About Bridal Boudoir Photography

If there’s one thing we’ve learned over the years, it’s that the stars sure know how to say “I do!” So it’s no secret that we — and the rest of the world, for that matter — often look to these celebrity love birds for wedding inspiration. And with choosing a wedding venue proving to be one of the toughest nuptial decisions of them all (after all, your wedding date, your décor, and your guest list all depend on it), who better to look to for A-list venues than the A-listers themselves?

We’ve gathered up eight luxe locales where your favorite stars have tied the knot. The best part? All of these dream wedding venues — including Italian villas, gorgeous gardens, and honest-to-goodness castles — are all available for rent! So make like a celeb and book your Instagram-worthy wedding at one of these Hollywood-approved venues. (What wedding budget, amiright?)

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello: The Breakers Palm Beach
The Modern Family bombshell married the Magic Mike hunk in November 2015 at The Breakers Resort in Palm Beach, Florida. With a choice of 12 different ceremony and reception locations (including oceanfront outdoor settings and lush lawns) before them, we’re sure it was no easy task for Vergara and Manganiello to choose an “I do” space. But ultimately, the pair went with one of the property’s stunning ballrooms which they outfitted with a forest’s worth of flowers.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds: Boone Hall Plantation
This private pair have been keeping the majority of their wedding photos under lock and key since tying the knot in September of 2012, but we have no doubts that they’re seriously stunning — their wedding venue sure was, after all! Lively and Reynolds wed at Boone Hall, a plantation in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina where Southern charm and beautiful blooms are certainly not in short supply.

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen: Villa Pizzo
This fan-favorite couple jetted to the famous (and celeb-beloved) Lake Como, Italy for the nuptials. There in the chic Italian town, the pair tied the knot at the picturesque Villa Pizzo in September 2013. The property consists of a fairytale villa, lush greenery, and outdoor party spaces with views of the gem-hued lake and jaw-dropping Alps. It’s unreal, y’all…

Victoria and David Beckham: Luttrellstown Castle
On July 4th, 1999, Posh Spice and the British soccer superstar wed in the Luttrellstown Castle, a staggering estate that sits just outside of Dublin, Ireland. Yes, a real life castle. You didn’t think a woman with the word ‘Posh’ in her name would have a wedding that was anything but, did you? With the estate’s historic castle, a chalet-inspired clubhouse, 12 bedrooms, an extravagant library, Ireland-green lawns, and beautiful ballrooms, the only thing this venue doesn’t come with is the Spice Girls, themselves. (Looks like you’ll have to find a wedding band on your own.)

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Allison Williams and Ricky Van Veen: Brush Creek Ranch
Okay so truth be told, we were more focused on Allison Williams’ Oscar de la Renta wedding dress than her “I do” locale, but after managed to tear our eyes away from her gorgeous gown, our jaws dropped at her rustic-chic wedding venue. Williams and her sweetheart wed at Wyoming’s Brush Creek Ranch — a 30,000-square-foot ranch that can accommodate up to 150 guests. The coolest part? The property functions as a working cattle ranch, which means tons of fun farm activities for your guests to experience.

Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones: The Plaza Hotel
This couple is coming up on 16 years of marriage bliss, but we’re still talking about their glamorous wedding at New York City’s infamous Plaza Hotel. The NYC luxe locale is a classic for a reason. Countless brides channel Eloise and flock to the iconic building every year for a quintessential New York wedding. And with a grand ballroom that can hold up to 600 guests and Gatsby glam architecture that dates way back to 1921, it’s not hard to understand why.

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Vanessa Minnillo and Nick Lachey: Necker Island
What says ‘celebrity wedding venue’ better than a private island? For their 2011 nuptials, Minnillo and Lachey wed on the private Necker Island — owned by British billionaire Sir Richard Branson. Situated amongst the British Virgin Islands, the sandy shores of Necker Island can host up to 200 wedding guests for nuptials that’ll get any beachy bride packing her bags at first glance.

Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman: Ventana Inn & Spa
Hathaway and Shulman headed to Big Sur, California for their big day back in 2012, tying the knot at the Ventana Inn & Spa. The cliffside estate offers epic Pacific Ocean views, a spa for bridal party pampering, gorgeous terraces, canopied arbors, and greenery-surrounded spaces that are unbelievably romantic. Get your wedding hashtag ready because you can expect your guests to post tons stunning sunset snapshots on the ‘Gram.

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson (and more!): San Ysidro Ranch
Clearly a celeb fave, tons of famous duos have been tying the knot at this über-romantic Montecito, California venue since the ’30s. Old Hollywood screen siren Vivien Leigh wed Laurence Olivier here in 1940. Victoria’s Secret model Lily Aldridge and Kings of Leon musician Caleb Followill had their 2011 ceremony on the property. And it’s rumored that Gwyneth Paltrow and her ex-hubby Chris Martin eloped there as well. Finally, Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson celebrated their 2014 nuptials at the luxury ranch. With a Secret Garden vibe thanks to 500 acres of green space, mountain views, and amazing accommodations, we’d follow suit and say “I do” here in a heartbeat!

It’s no secret Los Angeles offers a wealth of stunning beachside wedding venues, but you may not know that the neighboring Orange County also boasts a handful of crazy-romantic beachy wedding locales that are nothing short of spectacular. Here, we’ve gathered a list of the most swoon-worthy beachfront spots in the county that will make your dream Southern California beach wedding a reality.

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel (Above)
Perched atop a dramatic coastal bluff, the seaside oasis of sun-splashed luxury that is the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel enchants at every turn. Captivating ocean vistas, meticulously manicured lawns dotted with swaying palm trees, and the calming sounds of the waves provide the perfect setting for a dreamy beachfront wedding. Read real brides’ reviews here!

Surf & Sand Resort
If you’re searching for a beachfront location that’s both luxe and laid-back, check out the Surf & Sand Resort. Here, you can host your ceremony at sunset on the Catalina Terrace that overlooks the glittering ocean. Or dig your toes into the sand as you exchange vows right on the beach. For your reception, dance the night away with your friends and family in one of the hotel’s chic ballrooms. Read real brides’ reviews here!

The Resort at Pelican Hill
The Resort at Pelican Hill oozes with romance. Brides-to-be are drawn to its completely private Mar Vista venue complete with a lush event lawn and ballroom. The best part? The event lawn’s gorgeous Palladian-style rotunda where lovers can say their “I dos” with romantic panoramic views of the ocean in the backdrop. Read real brides’ reviews here!

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St. Regis Monarch Beach
A true piece of paradise, this Dana Point resort accommodates coastal weddings both big and small. Get hitched in the picturesque Grand Lawn with the dazzling Pacific Ocean as the backdrop or exchange vows under a fairy tale-like white marble gazebo in the resort’s Mediterranean-inspired Botanical Garden. Then, take the party inside the luxuriously appointed Pacific Ballroom. Read real brides’ reviews here!

Montage Laguna Beach
The Montage Laguna Beach is the epitome of beachside wedding bliss. Brides can get as decadent as their heart desires. The jaw-dropping resort — complete with a gorge mosaic pool — offers not one but three lush oceanfront event lawns to tie the knot. Follow the ceremony with an elegant reception in one of the hotel’s opulent ballrooms. No matter what space you choose, be sure to sneak away for some romantic photos ops by the beach.

Do none of these venues fit your big day dream? Browse dozens of other wedding locales on our Orange County Venues page!

There’s no more loved wedding keepsake than a photo album! After all, you’ve invested in a photographer to capture the moments, so you should put those gorgeous images on display! But not all wedding albums are created equal. Sure, a traditional album is gorgeous (the fabric covers, beveled pages, and artistic selection of images… swoon!), but if you’re looking for another way to share those shots with your family and friends, look no further than Stereo Photo Album.

Inspired by old school View-Masters, the Stereo Photo Album was created by photographer Samantha Chami, who loves the way the two offset images you saw through each eye creates a three-dimensional picture — so much that she transformed it into a new way to experience your wedding pictures. It started out as a way for her and her husband to capture memories of their growing son, and took off from there. So now, instead of simply perusing an album of your wedding pictures, you can immerse yourself fully in each and every moment.

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Now, in addition to using her traditional camera to capture wedding moments, Chami also brings along an antique 3D camera from the 1950s, which exposes onto slide film. From there, Chami hand-cuts and mounts the selected images onto reels, which are viewed through a 3D viewer delivered in a gorgeous Douglas Fir box — so the display is just as stunning as your pictures.

But wait: It gets better! Instead of using digital film to create 3D photos or creating new reels or viewfinders, Chami sources all vintage materials. That means the viewer you receive, as well as the reels your film is tucked into, are originals. So if you’re an old school junkie, have a retro flare, or are looking for a type of wedding photography and a memento that can’t be find anywhere else, Stereo Photo Album might be exactly what you’re looking for.

Bills, bills, bills. For even the most budget-savvy bride, they’ll pile up when it comes to paying for a wedding, making you question if you’ve spent too much on (one) big day.

“Since people rarely spend so much money on one thing, couples often experience sticker shock and worry that they’ve spent too much money on their wedding,” commiserates Jaclyn Fisher, owner of Two Little Birds Planning in Philadelphia.

But there are ways to know for sure. Here are four signs you’ve spent way too much on your wedding day.

1. You’re adding items to your budget that weren’t there to begin with.
“Spending money on things that weren’t originally in your budget is a surefire way to spend too much on your wedding,” Fisher says. You know, like that fancy monogram you’ll have flashing on the dance floor. “If there isn’t an extras category in your wedding budget to account for these last minute additions, it’s important to redo your budget, taking money from other categories to make up for the unexpected costs,” Fisher advises.

2. You feel guilty.
“Did you fall in love with the Rolls Royce of wedding dresses and your money just fell right out of your wallet at the bridal salon?” asks Amy Nichols, owner of Amy Nichols Special Events and cofounder of The Poppy Group. “Now you’re feeling an overwhelming sense of guilt that maybe you didn’t make the right choice.” Yep, you probably splurged when you should have saved. But it’s not the end of the world. “Be sure you plan ahead before going to your next vendor or venue appointment,” Nichols advises. “Know how much you’re allowed to spend on your shoes or flowers before you begin shopping and you’ll be less likely to fall in love with something you can’t afford.”

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3. You’re having nightmares about your wedding bills.
Severe anxiety is a red flag that you’ve gone overboard with your wedding budget. “While a wave of uneasiness is manageable, constant anxiety about your spending isn’t healthy,” says Fisher. “It’s normal to dream about your wedding, but if it’s a nightmare and the reoccurring theme is your spending, it’s time to talk to your partner about the budget.”

4. Your credit card bill sent you into shock.
Wedding bills are more than what’s in your budget. “It’s so easy to just swipe that card when it comes to wedding-related expenses, not to mention how much you’ll spend on other things like eating out, organizational tools, traveling to showers, and of course new outfits for every occasion,” says Nichols. “If the first credit card bill after you get the ring shocks you, then you know you should reign in your spending a bit throughout the planning process. Try to write down any expense as they relate to the wedding, or use an online budget tracker to help you keep a good handle on what’s being spent on the wedding on a day-to-day basis.”

Kendra Scott is getting bridal! One of our favorite designers is today launching her new eponymous bridal jewelry collection.

Get ready to shop til you drop brides-to-be, Kendra Scott has got THE earrings, bracelets, and necklaces you’ll need to complement your wedding day look. The jewelry designer has launched her new bridal collection on her site today. Ranging from $70 up to $295 (with one statement necklace — the Andrina — for $495), the collection — launching today on kendrascott.com — features earrings, bracelets and necklaces in materials including mother of pearl, iridescent druzy, antique silver, and rose gold. Looking for that perfect art deco-inspired ear climber? She’s got you covered!

We sat down with the designer to get the inside scoop on what inspired her new collection, her favorite thing about weddings, and what she would do over on her own wedding day.

Who are some of the iconic brides that inspire you?
Outside of classic bridal icons like Grace Kelly or those that push fashion boundaries like Bianca Jagger, it’s actually real brides that have always inspired me. For my Bridal Collection I looked to the many past Kendra Scott brides and the future brides to be for inspiration. This collection is for them!

What is your number one advice for brides-to-be when selecting their wedding jewelry? When picking out the jewels for your wedding day, my advice would be to consider all the elements of your wedding, not just your dress or your bridesmaids’ dresses. Choose pieces that can tie in other beautiful elements from your big day, like your flowers or your décor. A custom bracelet from our Color Bar, designed in your palette and framed in delicate crystals, becomes much more than an accessory. It is a token of your wedding day, and a piece you will cherish forever! But above all, remember that you will treasure these pictures from your wedding day forever, so choose the pieces that make you feel like your most beautiful self.

If there’s one thing about your own wedding you could do over what would it be?
Laughably, our first dance. Matt and I set out with the goal of having a perfectly coordinated ballroom routine, but after one private dance session, we decided we’d be better off dancing freestyle. Come to think of it, I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. Although slightly uncoordinated, it was so very us!

What is your favorite thing about weddings?
My favorite thing about a wedding is the beautiful, candid moments that aren’t part of your schedule. I still remember my favorite moment from our wedding reception, when I caught Matt and my second youngest son having a dance-off around the dining tables. Even though they weren’t on the dance floor, soon every eye was on them! It was such a funny, sweet, unplanned moment, and I often find those to be the most memorable.

What bridal trend would like to see go away?
To me, a wedding is never so much about the latest trends as it is about the couple themselves. If they are an adventurous couple who enjoy being outdoors, a bohemian garden wedding will always be in style. If they are a more classic, vintage loving couple, then art deco accents will be a seasonless reflection of their relationship. Be it trend or tradition, as long as the couple is excited about every element captured in their wedding, nothing else matters.

Who is the bride you thought of when designing this collection?
The idea for this collection came to life when I was a bride myself. I wanted to design a piece that felt more elevated, intricate and special for my wedding day. And that’s when the idea took off, because I knew my customers would be searching for the same thing for their own wedding day. So, by using future KS brides and my own bridal jewelry as inspiration, we decided to create a full bridal collection.

Your own wedding look was gorgeous. How did you choose the jewelry for your big day?
As a jewelry designer, of course I wanted to design my own wedding day jewels. I designed my engagement ring and wedding band, and my husband’s, as well as the earrings I wore for my ceremony and reception. The earrings have an elongated oval shape, as a nod to my brand’s iconic Danielle, with beautiful vintage-inspired elements that made these pieces feel uniquely special. I loved them so much, I actually recreated the design to be a part of our Bridal Collection — the Katrina Earrings.

What’s a great way for brides to show off their personal style?
I might be a little biased, but I believe jewelry is a great place to start! I love thinking of the wedding dress as the canvas to these gorgeous pieces of jewelry. Even if you prefer a timeless, clean wedding dress, you can always play up your personality with a bold necklace, or a stunning pair of earrings. There is a silhouette for every bride’s personality type in this collection, whether she is more understated and classic, or fashion forward and bold.

Broadway sensation Idina Menzel is engaged! The Frozen star is set to wed her boyfriend Aaron Lohr.

The Tony Award-winning actress and singer, who is in New York this week promoting her new album, announced the exciting news on Twitter Friday afternoon. “As if this week couldn’t get any better I have wonderful news… my man and I are engaged! We are so happy. It’s a beautiful time.”

Menzel was first linked to Lohr, who is also a singer and actor, in April 2015 after they appeared together at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Later that year, the pair made the next big relationship leap in the modern era and bought a home together — a $2,675 million house in Encino, California that comes (with sweeping views of the San Fernando Valley, we might add). According to the Los Angeles Times, the Mediterranean-style home features five bedrooms and six bathrooms, a covered patio and swimming pool with a spa.

This will be the first marriage for Lohr, and the second for Menzel. Avid Rent fans were distraught and dismayed to learn of Menzel’s split from her hunky husband of 10 years, Taye Diggs, in December 2013. The couple, who share a 7-year-old son together, officially finalized their divorce a year later in December 2014.

“I’d be lying if I said there weren’t times when I thought, ‘Oh, man, people are going to trip out [if we split],'” Diggs, 45, told Redbook that July. “There weren’t a lot of couples like us in the theater community — and I know there aren’t a lot of performers as talented as she is — and then you have the whole mixed [race] thing. It was easy for people to root for us.”

We couldn’t be happier that the Broadway star has found new love! And we cannot WAIT to see what her bridal look will be… a little Elsa style à la Frozen, perhaps? We can only hope!

Idina Menzel is engaged to beau Aaron Lohr! See how she announced the news: https://t.co/holAaAWWJk pic.twitter.com/FjKAL3LBFh

— JustJared.com (@JustJared) September 23, 2016

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When a mutual friend first introduced Christine Choe and Ted Jeon, he did so on one condition: The pair had to agree to go on no fewer than five dates before they decided whether or not they’d continue the relationship. By the end of the final date, the two knew they’d found something special. In August of 2014, two years after they first met, Ted surprised Christine with a proposal that took her on adventure around New York City, where they live. At the end of the fun-filled day, he was waiting for her with a ring in hand.

The couple knew they didn’t want a drawn out engagement, so they quickly set to work planning a wedding on March 28, 2015 — just seven months after they got engaged. “That year alone we were going to nine other weddings, so we wanted to kick off the season and make sure our friends weren’t fatigued,” Christine says. After touring six venues, they knew 26 Bridge, an industrial-chic venue in Brooklyn, was the spot where they’d exchange vows. With a venue locked in, they went after their next two must-have vendors: Wedding planner Jove Meyer Events dreamed up the design and photographer Chaz Cruz Photographers made sure to document every gorgeous memory of this early spring celebration.

Christine looked undeniably gorgeous in her Reem Acra wedding dress. “Reem Acra has the unique ability to craft simple and classic yet intricately detailed and elegant gowns,” the bride says. “My dress was incredibly comfortable and light, but also sophisticated and chic, which was a hard balance for me to find when looking. I loved everything about it, particularly how easy it was to dance in!”

The detailed back was a total winner, and the bride showed off the ornate lacework with a soft updo complete with an embellished hairpin. Her romantic bouquet was comprised of roses, lisanthus, anemones, clematis, and greenery.

Ted went custom for his navy blue suit, which he paired with a rose boutonniere, brown shoes, and turtle cufflinks. “He already owned those cufflinks,” the bride says. “We’ve always joked that if we were animals I’d be a bunny because I like to get things done and am very active, and he would be a turtle since he’s slower paced. He wore them because I wanted him to, really. They’re very him!”

After a first look, Christine and Ted ducked away for photos around the neighborhood and invited their bridesmaids and groomsmen to join them for the fun. Christine’s eight attendants, which included her former roommates and friends from childhood and college, wore dresses they chose for themselves in shades of blush. Like the bride’s bouquet, bridesmaids’ arrangements included springy mixes of anemones, roses, and greenery.

Ted’s groomsmen all wore matching navy suits and their own animal cufflinks.

One of the main reasons the couple selected 26 Bridge was that the venue encapsulated both the bride and the groom’s unique styles. “Ted is a bit more modern and clean and I’m a little more rustic,” the bride says. “I wouldn’t have minded getting married in a barn, but he wanted a hotel, so we needed something in the middle. 26 Bridge was a good mix of wood and metal, and everything felt clean and well kept.” With gorgeous hardwood floors, high ceilings, and enough room to host the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception on-site, Christine and Ted knew they found their space.

But that doesn’t mean booking the property came without its challenges. The biggest hurdle they had to overcome was coming up with a logical flow for the day. Enter Jove Meyer, who the bride says was instrumental in making the large room work for the day. “We were having a hard time visualizing how it would work because we knew we wanted a band and long farm tables, but didn’t have the choice of moving the bar, so there were variables that were locked in,” says Christine. Jove’s solution was to set up the ceremony in the middle of the room, with table-pre set at the front of the space. “I was worried that they would look weird but it helped to frame the aisle. There was a huge ‘wow’ moment when you entered the space.”

The bride’s mother walked her down the aisle, which had been illuminated by hanging café lights. The couple hung gauzy white fabric and a few trailing vines as their altar. The ceremony was officiated by the same friend that first introduced the couple, and included traditional Christian vows along with readings from Christine and Ted’s friends.

Cocktail hour was held in an adjoining space, where guests enjoyed the couple’s two signature drinks — a Manhattan and a Moscow Mule. There, everyone signed the couple’s unique take on a guest book, which asked friends and family to leave messages on signs related to their future. Everyone gave name suggestions for the couple’s first child and their best pieces of advice for the newlyweds.

Before entering the reception, guests were challenged by self-proclaimed “math geek” Christine to complete an equation in order to find their seating assignment. “The key was to make it interesting but not too hard, keeping in mind most folks would be a drink or two in before it was time to take their seats!” the bride says.

Once back inside, everyone sat at long tables set below lush arrangements of hanging greenery. “Jove was the brains behind the hanging vines above the dinner tables,” says the bride. “It completely transformed the warehouse feel into a warmer and cozier environment.” The newlyweds skipped linens for their farm tables, allowing the rustic wood to shine.

A variety of different centerpieces were used on each table, further warming up the industrial interior. “It wasn’t quite spring yet outside, so we wanted the tables to look warm and cozy,” says the bride. Lisianthus, roses, peonies, and greenery were arranged in an array of different colors, giving every seat it’s own unique view.

At the end of each table, the groom’s sisters surprised Christine and Ted with mini white mailboxes, which guests filled with advice for the couple they wrote on vintage post cards they found sprinkled between centerpieces. The thoughtful siblings have been mailing the newlyweds a stack of cards every week since the wedding. A favorite came from the groom’s uncle, who claimed he quit his job to make it to the party!

When the couple made their big entrance for their first dance, guests noted that Christine had swapped her elegant gown for a fun knee-length number. And it was a good thing she did: The duo had been practicing a choreographed swing dance to “You Make My Dreams Come True” by Hall and Oates, and she wanted to showcase her fancy moves. “It’s such a happy song that represented how we felt about being officially married,” she says.

But don’t think she abandoned her gorgeous Reem Acra wedding dress altogether! Once the dance was done, she snuck off to put her lacey look back on.

Dinner was a three-course family-style meal that included dan dan noodles, sushi rice, hanger steak, and Chilean sea bass. Then, for dessert, everyone dug into an assortment of different doughnuts from the couple’s favorite local bakery.

The night closed out with a glow stick exit, and the couple set off on a honeymoon to New Zealand the very next day. “In the end, it’s all worth it,” the bride says. “Even the silly little details!”

Ceremony & Reception Venue: 26 Bridge || Wedding Planner: Jove Meyer Events || Bride’s Wedding Dress: Reem Acra || Groom’s Attire: Acustom Apparel || Floral Design: A.P. Bio || Catering: Real Food Catering || Doughnuts: Dough || Photographer: Chaz Cruz Photographers

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