Related Stories

With the holidays comes a whirlwind of marriage proposals. Wedding industry, rejoice!

With the holidays comes a whirlwind of marriage proposals. Wedding industry, rejoice!

Perhaps you still call this time of year Christmas. Or Hanukkah. Or, generically, “the holidays.”

Photos: Wedding trends for 2012

Photos: Wedding trends for 2012

If you’re heading for the altar next year, read up on the newest looks in gowns and accessories, what’s in in invitations and how to create fashionable favors.

Carolyn Hax: When weddings and money mean trouble

Carolyn Hax: When weddings and money mean trouble

Weddings are going to cost you — and the question of how much isn’t just cash? Here, a round-up of columnist Carolyn Hax’s advice on sticking to a budget, who should pay and how to keep dollars from getting between you and family.

Carolyn Hax: How to plan a wedding you want without alienating others

Carolyn Hax: How to plan a wedding you want without alienating others

Over the years, columnist Carolyn Hax has doled out more than a few helpful hints to would-be brides and grooms. Now, with a bevy of newly engaged couples about to start their wedding planning, a roundup of some of her sage wisdom on how to set boundaries, what you should think about before a destination wedding and how to have the wedding your family will hate.

Carolyn Hax: How to abandon a wedding tradition

Carolyn Hax: How to abandon a wedding tradition

Wedding traditions aren’t right for everyone. Here, a roundup of advice from columnist Carolyn Hax to readers who want to break with custom.

Photos: Royal weddings of 2011

Photos: Royal weddings of 2011

The union of Prince William and Kate Middleton was undoubtedly the wedding of the year, but several other royal couples tied the knot in grand style in 2011.

Photos: Wedding venues in and around Washington

Photos: Wedding venues in and around Washington

Looking to hold a wedding somewhere around Washington? Here are some popular venues.

Photos: Marriage proposals in the movies

Photos: Marriage proposals in the movies

From sweet to silly, some of the more memorable big-screen engagement scenes.

Your turn: Share a photo and the story of your engagement

Your turn: Share a photo and the story of your engagement

Whether you found a diamond in your stocking or popped the question on the golf course in July, we want to hear your engagement stories. Send us a photo of you and your spouse/fiance(e) and tell us the story behind the proposal in the caption.

Wedding weather: You can’t predict it, but you can prepare

Wedding weather: You can’t predict it, but you can prepare

When planning a wedding, you have control over the guest list, the reception location and nearly every other detail. The one thing you can’t control? The weather. It’s inherently chaotic, and no matter what anyone tells you, it can’t be predicted months in advance.

Wedding weather disasters: Why outdoor weddings always need a back-up plan

I recently wrote a piece for Style that offers advice about the weather for those planning an outdoor wedding. My most important words of wisdom: develop a back-up plan in case the weather goes bad. Here’s an excerpt:

Photos: How to choose a diamond engagement ring

Photos: How to choose a diamond engagement ring

Matthew Rosenheim, president of Tiny Jewel Box in Washington, D.C., shares tips for choosing the right ring.

Engagement party ideas: How to celebrate in Washington

Engagement party ideas: How to celebrate in Washington

Marriage proposals of all kinds were delivered — and accepted — over Christmas and the holidays. Now it’s time to celebrate with family and friends, whether through a full-on engagement party or a casual get-together.

Photos: Creating floral centerpieces

Photos: Creating floral centerpieces

Linda Fuller, owner of Lake Anne Florist in Reston, pieces together a wedding centerpiece one flower at a time.

Loading...

Comments

Add your comment
 
Read what others are saying About Badges
    Section:/lifestyle/style