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| |  | Altared States  By Janet Bennett washingtonpost.com Staff Writer Tuesday, June 18, 2002 | | |  |  |  |   | | The kiss. (Photo by Tracy A. Woodward/The Washington Post) | June's in bloom, and our minds are on brides and wedding parties -- where to register, hold the reception, buy the dress and more. So, for all of you who have caught the bouquet and are en route to the altar, here are some suggestions from our guide, helpful for whether you're a first-timer or have been there done that before. The Scene of the Crime: Best Reception Sites Dressed to Thrill: Bridal Wear Where to Pop the Question: Proposal Spots Bachelorette Parties: Places for Bridal Partying Eat, Drink and Be Merry: Rehearsal Dinner Locations Hot Rocks: The Sparkle of Jewelry Cool Gifts: Finds on and off the Register |  | |