After all their hard work, they deserve an amazing gift like this one

By: Kristina Grish Think back to your days as a bridesmaid -- the time and energy spent organizing showers, stuffing envelopes, lending opinions, calming nerves. Of course you were always happy to help out. But if you're honest, you probably wouldn't call the experience a picnic. So a nice thank-you gift would've been much appreciated. And when I say "nice," I don't mean an ill-fitting robe or…  See gifts »

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Sure, he probably knows to get a haircut, but what about these other crucial steps?

By: Kristina Grish On my wedding day, I was surrounded by a bevy of friends and experts to help me look and feel like the most beautiful woman to ever say, "I do." When I coordinated this plan, I remember worrying whether I should really leave my husband Scott at home, to get ready without me. He could hardly pull together a dinner party look on his own, much less one for the most photographed…  See tips »

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Find the best option for your smile (and budget) with these expert tips

By: Kristina Grish Having a bright, white smile on your wedding day should be a top beauty priority for all brides. Pearly whites pop in photos, complement bronze skin, and radiate a glamorous vibe. But before you book an appointment with your dentist, road-test sting-y bleaching strips, or impulsively buy a kit from a pop-up mall kiosk, get educated about your best options. I mean, we are…  See options »

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Not using the right styling products for your hairstyle can make or break your bridal look. Here's how to know what to use

By Jennifer Tzeses Just the other day, I attempted to toss my hair up in a glam ponytail (think Reese Witherspoon at the 2011 Oscars). After carefully curling, teasing, wrapping, and pinning each strand around an elastic, my hair looked great. And then my masterpiece was foiled, not by the slip of my hand, but by my hairspray. In an attempt to get the lush curls I created to stay put, I…  See how »

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Take your cue from spring's best trends to find the perfect look for you

By Jennifer Tzeses It's not every day I'm in the presence of greatness, but recently I had the honor of sitting down with the great makeup artiste, Pat McGrath. In case you're not familiar with her, not only is she CoverGirl's celebrity makeup artist du jour, but Pat McGrath is as essential to Fashion Week as the models or the runways. While Pat filled me in on all the looks and trends she…  See looks »

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