Your bridesmaids have done their duties to a T, throwing a gorgeous shower and sticking by your side even during your most bridezilla of moments. Now that the wedding countdown is coming to a close and you’re making last-minute checklists in your sleep, take a break from all the big day buzz. Plan a super soothing spa getaway for you and the girls as a healthy precursor to the bachelorette party festivities. Here are five easy spa escapes around the country that will have you looking and feeling wedding-ready over the course of a weekend.

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Gluten-free, vegan, low-cal. Staying in tune with your friends’ diets can seem harder than keeping up with their relationship status of the moment. Luckily, the team at Well & Being Spa at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess are prepped and ready to craft a weekend of healthy menus that cater to everyone in the party, meaning they can stick to their pre-wedding diet while still enjoying brunch faves like yogurt parfaits, kale Caesar salads and crab cakes (gluten-free with quinoa, of course). Turn the weekend into a “Spa’arty” by booking a package popular with bachelorettes that includes personalized group fitness classes, spa treatments and getaway goodie bags stuffed with beauty products.

Travaasa Austin
Travaasa Austin is a destination in itself. Pair a night of partying downtown in Austin with a weekend devoted to nature-driven activities at the resort tucked into the hills of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve. The full-day spa escape here is nicknamed “I don’t wanna go home” because it’s just that good. Indulge in cocoon body treatments and massages that incorporate organic, bioenegertic products while taking in countryside views from the spa. Meet the girls later for a hot tub session, or dip in the saltwater infinity pool, before exploring the grounds by horseback along mountain trails.

Canyon Ranch Lenox
Looking for a getaway that’s within driving distance? Brides-to-be coming from New York or Boston can plan the ultimate spa retreat in the Berkshires at the Lenox, Massachusetts Canyon Ranch location. Call the century-old Bellefontaine mansion your home-away-from-home for the weekend where you and your BFFs can spend the day doing everything from stand-up paddle boarding and canoeing to hitting the high ropes course or heading out on a guided hike. Of course the draw here is the spa, and there’s over 100 services ranging from modern Asian to ancient Ayurvedic and everything in between.

Trump National Doral Miami
Close enough to South Beach but still secluded enough to feel like you’ve escaped to the countryside, Trump National Doral is one of Miami’s hidden little gems when it comes to spa stays. The legendary Blue Monster golf course gets all the glory, but the hotel is also a spa haven thanks to a $250 million renovation that includes the brand-new Ivanka Trump-designed spa suites. Hold court with the ladies in these lavish digs with wrap-around balconies, Italian linens by Bellino, deep-soaking tubs and cascading chandeliers in the parlor room. When you’re ready to hit the spa, it’s just a quick walk next door to the 48,000-square-foot space with over 100 signature treatments that continue on the theme of luxury with diamond hydrating facials and custom massages of opulence that work with the finest of organic oils.

Terranea
California girls don’t need to stray far from L.A. to find an oceanfront spa escape. Southern California resort spa Terranea sits above the Pacific Ocean with views over the Palos Verdes coastline. The 102-acre private peninsula is like your very own spa playground with everything you need for the ultimate girlfriend getaway — oceanview pool and bungalow included.

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It was a mutual love of college football that first brought Colleen and Paul together in October of 2012. “I was living in an old Victorian house in Colorado Springs that was converted into apartments, and my neighbor was a friend of Paul’s,” Colleen remembers. Almost two years later, on a random Tuesday (says Colleen, “We know it was random because I got engaged with a raincoat tied around my waist!”), the couple took a hike just west of Denver. “It was drizzling when we started, but by the time we got to the top, the sun was peeking out. I stopped to take a picture of the rainbow, and when I turned around, Paul was on one knee asking me to marry him!” Colleen says.

Though they’re not Colorado natives, it’s where Paul and Colleen met and fell in love, so they knew it was where they wanted to get married. They headed north of Boulder to Lyons and found the gorgeous Lyons Farmette & River Bend, nestled between a river and towering cliffs. “We wanted something elegant and natural, so we kept the color scheme very neutral and planned a romantic dinner in the middle of this rugged canyon,” says the bride. With lush florals, gold accents, and beautiful Colorado sunshine, you’ll fall in love with this October 10, 2015, wedding, photographed by Kerinsa and planned by We Tie The Knots.

Modern calligraphy and classic white paper came together in this sleek, sophisticated invitation.

Colleen is tall (“I’m actually a little taller than Paul!” she says), so she chose sparkly flats over heels. She paired the glam shoes with a silver clutch that her sisters and sister-in-law also carried on their wedding days — and a stunning ring, of course!

Colleen captured the relaxed, romantic vibe perfectly with her Monique Lhuillier wedding dress. “It was the first gown I spotted, but I didn’t immediately try it on,” she says. “I loved the fitted sheath silhouette, the feminine lace, and the unique twist from the illusion neckline and layered skirt.”

Her lush bouquet, by Liz Griffith of Cori Cook Floral Design, combined dahlias, garden roses, freesia, and ranunculus in shades of ivory and blush.

“I went to Bella Bridesmaids with my sisters, sister-in-law, and friend before I’d even found a dress of my own,” says Colleen. The mix of neutral colors and styles ended up inspiring the color scheme for the rest of the wedding.

The bridesmaids carried smaller versions of the bride’s bouquet, with added pops of peach and brighter pink. The groomsmen’s boutonnieres were a mix of white and green flowers, seeded eucalyptus, and dark leaves, which popped against their classic tuxedos (with Paul in a white bow tie).

The open-air ceremony took place with the river in the background. Café lights were strung from the trees, and the aisle was flanked on either end by arrangements of roses, hydrangeas, and candles in modern lanterns.

The four ring bearers walked down the aisle, hand in hand, followed by the oldest flower girl. “We had five, but she was the only one old enough to walk down the aisle by herself. She waved like a Disney princess on a parade float!” Colleen laughs.

Deciding not to get married in a church was a big decision for Paul and Colleen, so they wanted a spiritual space for their vows. They worked with their officiant to create a format for their vows, then each wrote their own following the same theme. “I was hoping I would be less emotional if our vows weren’t a surprise, so we emailed them to one another the week before the wedding,” says Colleen. Unfortunately it didn’t work — “I immediately started crying when the ceremony started!”

“We are a little bit city, a little bit outdoorsy, so we tried to combine that into our wedding,” says Colleen. “Our venue engaged both sides of our personalities, both laid-back and elegant.”

The escort and place cards were Colleen’s only DIY project. “The escort cards were easy, but the place cards were a little more involved. I saw them on Pinterest and thought ‘That can’t be too hard!’ — the death sentence of any DIY project — and ended up hand-painting gold stripes on 140 cards. That was enough for me!”

Personalization was important to this duo, so they created custom cocktail napkins and koozies adorned with their names in an a Colorado-appropriate leafy wreath.

The couple reused their ceremony flowers to flank the entrance to the reception tent, adding extra candles for a romantic glow. Inside, gold candlesticks and flatware popped against the soft pink hues used on each table, and a sprig of greenery was tucked into every napkin.

Centerpieces combined flowing greenery, ranunculus, roses, and dahlias in shades of pink that were all arranged in ornate footed bowls. Geometric lanterns kept the space feeling modern.

The menu was based on foods the couple loves to cook at home. Hors d’oeuvres were bite-sized caprese with white balsamic foam and Dungeness crab cakes inspired by Colleen’s mom’s recipe. For dinner, the pair served a choice of Colorado buffalo medallion or seared salmon with herbed pistou.

Dessert was a three-tiered vanilla cake with vanilla frosting. Fresh blooms accented the textured design.

“We created a list of songs we wanted our DJ to play, but what we really wanted was to get as many people on the dance floor as possible,” says the bride. “Our wedding was about us, but also about all the people who have gotten us to where we are in life.”

Her advice is to keep things in perspective. “The end result will be the same no matter what: You’ll be married. Frustrations happen, but even if things aren’t totally perfect, it will still be the best day.”

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Lyons Farmette & River Bend || Wedding Planner: We Tie the Knots || Bride’s Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier || Shoes: Jimmy Choo || Hair & Makeup: Fluff Denver || Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids || Groomsmen’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse || Engagement Ring & Wedding Bands: Shane Co. || Floral Design: Liz Griffith for Cori Cook Floral Design || Invitations & Paper Goods: Spark Letterpress from Wordshop Paperie; Dinglewood Design || Music: Ribbons & Strings Ensembles; A Music Plus || Catering: Epicurean || Cake: Sugar Bakeshop || Rentals: Yonder Floral & Decor House; Event Rents || Videographer: Aflatis Films || Photographer: Kerinsa

Did you love this beautiful outdoor wedding? Then get inspired by another couple’s open-air celebration in the video below.

Whether you’re writing your own ceremony or using your house of worship’s standard format, getting familiar with the order of a wedding ceremony is super helpful. From writing your programs to picking readings and readers, knowing what comes next will keep you and your wedding party informed and make the process, from planning to rehearsal to the big moment, so much easier. So what format do wedding ceremonies usually follow? Our experts break it down for you.

The great news is, most ceremonies follow a similar order, so if you’ve been to (or been in) a few, you’ve probably got an idea of how things will happen. Of course, different cultures and religions will incorporate other elements or swap things around, but if you’re planning to create a ceremony of your own, this is a great place to start.

First off, the processional. This is when members of your immediate family and wedding party head down the aisle and either find a seat or take their place on either side of the altar. The processional begins with the grandparents, flows through the parents, groom, officiant, wedding party, flower girl, and ring bearer, and ends with the bride making her entrance.

Once everyone is in place, the officiant will say a few words of welcome. He or she may thank guests for bearing witness to your union, as well as welcome everyone to your venue and your celebration.

Next, the officiant will offer an introduction and some thoughts on marriage. This could be a brief recounting of your love story, words on what marriage means to you, or a statement about the ceremony to come and what it represents.

From there, if you are including readings of any sort in your ceremony, readers will be invited up to share a few words. You could have your officiant introduce each reading and reader, or have things flow more naturally between readers.

After the readings have been shared, the two of you will exchange vows. You could opt to write your own vows, share personal statements and then exchange the same vows, or use traditional phrasing. This is also the part where you’ll place rings on one another’s fingers as symbols of your marriage.

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Now, the good part! After you’ve exchanged vows and rings, the two of you get to seal your marriage with a kiss.

Depending on the type of wedding you’re having, your ceremony may end with a closing statement or a blessing before your officiant introduces you as a married couple for the first time. Then, you’ll lead the recessional back up the aisle and to the party!

Happy birthday, Blake Lively! Now 29-years-old, the blonde beauty has given us another whole year of fashion inspiration and #MarriageGoals with her hubby, Ryan Reynolds. And what’s not to love about Lively? She’s one heck of an actress and one half of Hollywood’s dream couple, always the Barbie to Reynolds’ Ken. And to not mention, girlfriend looks AH-MAZE-ING in a wedding dress…

Okay, so Lively looks amazing in basically anything. She has the best dressed baby bump in the biz, serving up the chicest mother-to-be looks when she’s expecting, and always slays with her gorgeous red carpet gowns. But we’re particularly in love with Lively’s “I do” looks. Sure, we never got to see the actress’ bridal style when she wed her real-life hubby back in 2012 (still waiting for those wedding photos, guys…), but Lively has appeared as a beautiful bride on-screen more than once. And each time she’s said “I do,” we’ve flipped for her fictional big day looks. No surprise there, right?

What better way to celebrate another year of Blake than by throwing it back to when the birthday girl rocked wedding dresses on the screen. Below, check out the gorgeous gal’s wedding day looks…

Gossip Girl
Remember your former guilty pleasure, Gossip Girl? Of course you do. One of the most memorable moments of the juicy drama was the ending of the style-centric series, when Lively’s Serena finally tied the knot with her on-again off-again sweetheart Dan Humphrey. The actress was gorgeously glam in a gold-and-white Georges Chakra wedding dress, giving brides who love glitz and glam permanent heart eyes and tons of big day inspiration. Wedding dresses with glimmering gold details — from sequins to subtle metallic detailing — are totally trending. You can thank this Gossip Girl for that!

#Adaline had her dream wedding… but her happily ever after was still decades away. pic.twitter.com/xEUNJIl2Xz

— The Age of Adaline (@AgeOfAdaline) April 11, 2015

The Age of Adaline
Lively also got hitched in the 2015 romance, The Age of Adaline, where she plays a woman who has stopped aging at age 29 — the same age the eternally-youthful Lively is now, hmm… In 1908, Adaline weds her sweetheart wearing a decade-appropriate satin wedding dress featuring elegant long sleeves and delicate lace. She even makes a breathtaking vintage bride! Sigh…

The Red Carpet
Okay, so this technically isn’t a wedding dress. And the red carpet technically isn’t a movie. But hey, she’s being filmed there isn’t she? We’re still head-over-heels in love with the white gown Lively donned for the premiere of The Green Lantern, where her and Reynolds met, back in 2011. With floral appliqués and a pure snowy hue, this flowery Chanel frock is totally wedding worthy. Couldn’t you envision this sunny California girl wearing this airy gown for her real-life walk down the aisle? We can only imagine…

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Before you say “I do”, it’s good to know exactly what you’re getting yourself into! So will the stars align for you and your hubby-to-be? For better or worse, here are the pros and cons of marrying each zodiac sign, according to two of our favorite love astrologers.

Aries (March 21-April 19)
Lucky for you, with an Aries, there will never be a dull moment, as they’re fun loving, wild and exciting to be around, notes astrologer and psychic medium Suzie Kerr Wright. On the contrary, they tend to be set in their own ways and can also be a bit selfish and bossy too, points out astrologer Joan Porte.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)
The good news? He’s loyal, hard working and will be home every night at the same time, says Wright. “He’s a solid upstanding guy that people can count on.” Oh, and don’t be surprised if he enjoys life’s little luxuries as well. The downside? “He’ll expect you to be just as devoted and reliable so free spirits need not apply.” In other words, he can be a bit boring.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)
This guy was born with the gift of gab, which can be both a good thing and a bad thing, according to Porte. “He’s a great conversationalist, interesting and smart. However, he’s always talking and may have a tough time listening to you in return.” He likes variety and can be a commitment-phobe.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Everyone loves a big teddy bear and this guy is quite the nurturer! He’s cuddly, loves his mother (well, in most cases…some of them hate their moms) and he understands your feelings too, tells Wright. As for cons, he has high expectations and wants you to be just like his mom. “He can also be moodier than you when you’re PMS-ing!”

Leo (July 23-August 22)
There’s never a dull moment with a Leo! He’s a master entertainer, sparkling, dynamic and the life of the party always, says Porte. He’s a blast to be around. But, as Wright points out, he can get pouty when he’s not the center of attention and can be hot headed and extremely vain. “Make sure you have a double mirror in your bathroom when you live with a Leo or you’ll never get to use it.”

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Virgo (August 23-September 22)
If you’re into organization, especially when it comes to finances, then Virgo is definitely your man. He’s dedicated, put together and really has his feet on the ground, notes Porte. Nevertheless, he can become a bit OCD about the whole organizing thing and be too ruled by routine. “He’s extremely picky and may lack self-confidence.” He is health-conscious and intelligent though, adds Wright.

Libra (September 23-October 22)
He’s sociable, pleasant to be around, romantic and sweet, not just to you but to everyone he encounters, reveals Wright. On the flipside, Libras often can’t make up their mind and are notorious players! “Be ready to fight off other women even if he’s not an out and out cheater; he charms everyone.”

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
According to Wright, Scorpios are loyal, deeply passionate, straightforward and determined too. They’re also amazing in bed, but you probably knew this already! Their downfalls? “They always seem to have a hidden agenda and can keep secrets almost too well. Their words can cut like a knife.”

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
They’re always up for adventure and are world travelers by nature, notes Porte. Sagittarius also has a lot going on upstairs and are intelligent dudes. Unfortunately, sometimes you just can’t win with them, as they hate to lose arguments. “They can be know-it-alls and kind of tactless too.”

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
He’s hard working and determined to succeed, making him a great provider at home, says Wright. “He’s a very loyal sign, strong willed and independent as well.” But he can be extremely stubborn, sometimes controlling and a bit detached emotionally so watch out for that.

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Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
He’s young at heart, always up for a good time (both in the bedroom and out of it), very innovative and always seeks out the special aspects of life, according to Porte. The cons? He’s not all that dependable and can be somewhat rebellious. “He likes to shake things up just for the fun of it.”

Pisces (February 19-March 20)
Pisces are sweet, excellent listeners, romantic and passionate. They give their hearts and souls, says Wright. However, this isn’t always a great thing, as they can get taken advantage of. “They can also go extremely hot and cold in a heartbeat. You never know which ‘fish’ you’ll get from day to day.”

The Countess’ wedding is still on! Luan de Lesseps is still getting married to Tom D’agostino even after a tumultuous season finale of RHONY — but with some specifications: a prenup!

Bravo’s Real Housewives of New York City star has gone through the very public ringer when it comes to her relationship with her new fiancé, who was recently outed for cheating on her at the Regency Hotel in a recent episode of Bravo’s RHONY. Her former gal pal, Bethenny Frankel, had dropped the news on her while on a trip to Miami (and we now know that she’s NOT on the guest list…oops). The wedding is still on, however, and the Countess seems to be happier than ever.

“I’m so in love,” she shared with People. “Knowing that we can get through this has made our relationship even stronger. If you can’t forgive those you love, who can you forgive?” Very cool of you, Countess. But their holy matrimony will come with some strings attached, as both partners are signing a prenup. “Oh yeah well we both have assets,” she shared. “He’s got big business assets and so do I.”

D’Agostino, and de Lesseps are getting married on New Year’s Eve of this year in Palm Beach, Florida — with about 250 friends and family in attendance. Among the guests are fellow castmates Dorinda Medley and Jules Wainstein — but it looks as if Sonja Morgan and Ramona Singer have joined the “not invited” list with Skinny Girl mogul Frankel.

While the reality star was previously married (to Count Alexandre de Lesseps from 1993 to 2009), this will be her first wedding celebration in which she’ll wear a wedding dress — something which totally thrills her. “I’m most excited to celebrate, to celebrate our life together,” she shared with the magazine. “I’m most excited to have all our friends together. And I’m excited to walk down the aisle, I’ve never done it, I eloped. So I never have been married in a traditional way so I’m excited to be a bride. That’s why I’m wearing a veil.” Since she didn’t get to do it the first time, she’s now wearing not one, not two, but THREE wedding dresses — talk about doing it right the second time.

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Back in February, D’agostino proposed with an 8-carat canary-yellow diamond engagement ring. “Thomas was planning on a Valentine’s Day proposal during their upcoming vacation in Vail, but couldn’t wait and presented an eight-carat canary yellow diamond ring before they got there,” a source shared with People. “LuAnn is over the moon in love with Thomas and considers him her soulmate and is so happy and grateful to have found love a second time.” The two then celebrated blissfully on a ski vacation in Colorado.

Since then, the mother of two has been twirling about in newly-engaged happiness, getting ready for her big day. For the couple’s sake, hopefully this is the last of the rumblings of turmoil between the two, and now we can just look forward to Insta-stalking their wedding!

It seems that weddings come a lot of rules. But our experts say there are some you can break, even when you’re down to the wire. Here are four.

1. You can’t see your partner until you walk down the aisle.
Snuggling with your sweetie as you drift off to dreams about your big day can be a serious stress reliever. After all, your partner is also most likely also your BFF, says Gloria Brame, Ph.D., sexologist and author of The Truth About Sex: A Sex Primer For The 21st Century. “Who could be better to spend that last night of singledom with than someone who knows and understand you best?” she asks. Plus, she points out, “it’s a good time to blow off steam, review any last minute details, chat about wedding guests, and generally lean on each other for support and love.” What you two do to relax — whether that’s a snuggle session or sex — is totally up to you.

2. You must write traditional vows.
“Everyone always says their I dos in the same way,” says Amy Nichols, owner of Amy Nichols Special Events and co-founder of The Poppy Group. “It’s hard to break from the ‘to have and to hold’ stuff.” But ditching traditional vows and writing your own heartfelt words to one another can be incredibly meaningful, for you and your guests. We’ve even got tips here on what to include to get you started. “It’s always a special moment for your guests,” says Nichols, “and it’s something you’ll remember throughout your married life.”

3. You must keep your wedding dress under lock and key.
You want your groom to go googley-eyed when he sees you in your wedding gown for the first time. But Brame says that doesn’t have to be during a first look or on your walk down the aisle. “By the time you’re walking down the aisle, he’s in a daze anyway,” she says, “so a pre-wedding fashion show is fine if you really want him to appreciate how gorgeous you look. You can make it sexier by teasing him about how he can carefully tear it off you once they’re married.”

4. You must have a bachelor and bachelorette party.
Most guys and gals have one last hurrah to celebrate their dwindling days of singledom. “It’s pretty common to have one last crazy night on town just before your wedding,” agrees Nichols. “But consider trading a wild night for something a little more sophisticated, such as a painting or pottery class for the ladies. Take the guys golfing or on an extreme outing like cliff-diving. Not only will your wedding party remember this event much more, but you’ll avoid the inevitable hangover.”

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Finally! Since giving birth to her first child eight weeks ago, Audrina Patridge has pretty much kept photos of her little one under lock and key. But the former Hills star just debuted her baby daughter Kirra’s adorable face on the ‘Net. And guys, her gorgeous little face was totally worth the wait! But her baby girl wasn’t the only thing Patridge revealed. The reality star might have just accidentally let the news of slip of a secret wedding to beau Corey Bohan. What?!

Patridge first announced her pregnancy just a month after her professional BMX-riding sweetheart popped the question. “I finally figured out what to get Corey for Christmas!” Patridge wrote on social media last December, revealing her positive pregnancy test wrapped in a festive holiday gift box. And in June, the duo welcomed their little one into the world, christening her Kirra Max Bohan. Such a cute name — and now we know that she has the face to match! (We never doubted it, obviously…)

On Wednesday, the former MTV star posted an adorbs pic of baby Kirra on her blog for the very first time. “It’s time! Everyone is asking to see baby Kirra, and I can’t hold back any longer!” wrote Patridge. “We are so beyond in love with her!! I never imagined I could love someone with all that I have, but my love for her grows each and every day.”

The new mom went on to describe her and Bohan’s new life with their little one. But then she let something pretty suspicious slip!

“I absolutely love being a mom — Kirra is my number one priority,” Patridge continued, noting though that her very first month of motherhood was particularly grueling. “We had tons of help from our amazing friends and family!” she said. “My new in-laws came out from Australia to stay with us for a bit, so we’ve had a few extra hands around the house.” Umm, come again? Did Patridge just refer to Bohan’s parents as her new in-laws?! Does that mean these two are secretly already married?! How did this superwoman find the time for both baby prep and wedding planning? SO. MANY. QUESTIONS.

Over the past few months, Patridge hasn’t revealed too much when it comes to wedding plans. (Except that you won’t spot any of her The Hills co-stars on the guest list…) Allegedly, the big day is supposed to take place in November, but if Patridge and Bohen have already tied the knot we might never get to see that sure-to-be beautiful big day! Cue our “Lauren Conrad Crying” face.

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What kind of a wedding would you expect when two billionaire heirs marry? Only the best. Donald Trump’s daughter, Ivanka Trump, wed her media mogul fiancé, Jared Kushner, on October 25, 2009 at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, NJ. In true Trump fashion, no expense was spared for the Preston Bailey-designed event, which was put together in three months. Ivanka and her vendors gave BRIDES a glimpse at what went into the big day and we’re looking back on all the over-the-top moments of one of 2009’s most opulent weddings.

The Reception
“I’ve always envisioned myself having a traditional and elegant wedding, even before the engagement. Once I met with Preston Bailey and his team, I was confident he would take my vision and make it a reality,” Ivanka told BRIDES about planning her 500-guest wedding.

“Every week my mom would call me with a new guest list,” Ivanka told BRIDES. “We had five hundred guests, but if we’d taken another month to plan, it would have been six hundred.”

The bride killed any wedding morning jitters with a hike. Tweeting to her followers, “Just finished a gorgeous hike. The leaves are spectacular and the sun is shining. Everything is simply perfect! I’m getting married today!” But the nerves soon melted away. “As soon as I started walking down the aisle toward my husband, everything else just melted away,” she added.

The Dress
For Ivanka’s wedding dress, she turned to Vera Wang to create a custom gown, inspired by Grace Kelly’s iconic bridal look. The sophisticated and ladylike gown featured layers of Chantilly and Lyon lace. “I would say I am a traditional/classic bride. This style is translated in my dress and jewelry choice,” the bride told us exclusively before the wedding. When asked what was most important in choosing her wedding dress, Ivanka told us she prioritized comfort. “I plan to dance all night!” she added.

“She was actually very much about being covered and I seized on the chance to do a dress that wasn’t naked and very Hollywood,” Vera Wang told The New York Times shortly after the wedding.

For jewelry, the desinger looked to her own collection — Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry — for a platinum, mized-cut diamond hair piece for $45,000, a platinum, art deco link diamond estate bracelet for $90,000 and mixed-cut platinum cluster earrings for $130,000. The bridesmaids, including sister Tiffany Trump, wore dresses by Carolina Herrera.

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A little #WeddingWednesday #inspiration to get your day started… #IvankaTrump's #weddingcake ???????????? pic.twitter.com/y3DFcCzlFL

— JAIMIE HILFIGER (@JaimieHilfiger) August 5, 2015

The Cake
Famed wedding cake artist Sylvia Weinstock created the over-the-top 13 layers of cake that stood 70 inches tall. “Each layer was ringed with flowers. We had lisianthus, roses, peonies, Lilies of the Valley, baby’s breath — all in the coloring of whites, creams, pinks ivory and flush tones,” Weinstock told People. Guests were given several options when it came to flavor: chocolate, carrot, almond and yellow cake.