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  1. Fashion rocks

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    It's no wonder Van Cleef & Arpels is the choice of discerning brides everywhere: the legendary Parisian jeweler has created wedding jewelry for style icons like Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Grace Kelly. ... read more
    July 16, 2008 8:06 AM
  2. A perfect match

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    Every bride knows that finding a wedding band that matches your engagement ring can be a challenge. Thankfully, Martin Flyer's FlyerFit engagement ring and wedding band sets are the perfect solution for the bride who wants her rings to blend as seamlessly as her relationship.... read more
    July 10, 2008 8:00 AM
  3. The Bachelorette engagement ring

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    DeAnna Pappas got more than just her dream man on the season finale of The Bachelorette Monday night... read more
    July 9, 2008 4:03 PM
  4. Avindy's lush jewelry

    I fell in love with Avindy's jewelry last year. It evokes an incredibly physical response—no one who sees it can just look at it... read more
    June 28, 2008 11:32 AM
  5. My take on accessories

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    For me, wedding accessories have to be fashion accessories as well. Everything, from your veil to your bouquet should be carefully designed and edited. Nothing detracts from a splendid gown like the wrong accessories... read more
    June 26, 2008 8:26 AM
  6. Diamonds in the morning

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    You know about the winning rings. But lovely Today show "Race to the Alter" bride, LaDonna Bradford, also got to wear some stunning wedding-day jewelry this morning courtesy of Kwiat.... read more
    June 25, 2008 10:20 AM
  7. Ellen gives Portia a pink engagement ring

    Color is king when it comes to celebrity engagement rings. Following in the steps of Carmen Electra (who has a black diamond engagement ring), Ellen and Portia are going pink! Ellen gave Portia and Neil Lane engagement ring with pink diamonds, People.com reports.... read more
    June 23, 2008 2:13 PM
  8. Honeymoon sparkler: Tejani's jewelry travel kit

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    I consider myself jewelry-impaired. I know what I like, but I have a hard time figuring out what jewelry goes with which outfit. If you're like me, you're in luck: the Tejani Travel Kit takes the guesswork out of what to wear... read more
    June 21, 2008 8:00 AM
  9. Vote for your favorite wedding rings

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    Wedding bells are ringing for LaDonna and Darnell, TODAY's winning couple! You've already helped choose the wedding gown and bridesmaid dresses, now it's time to vote on the rings. ... read more
    June 19, 2008 9:11 AM
  10. A day to love

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    In honor of Cartier's third annual Love Day, the jewelry giant has teamed up with a variety of ambassadors from the music industry to introduce a new Love Charity bracelet... read more
    June 19, 2008 8:00 AM
  11. The devil loves Harry Winston

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    Remember when all you could think about was getting the ring? Well, now that you have it, take a stroll down memory lane with Lauren Weisberger's new novel Chasing Harry Winston... read more
    June 12, 2008 7:58 AM
  12. Rings that fit

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    Getting a ring with the perfect fit is now as easy as a click. New CliQ rings by Superfit can fully open to clip on to the base your finger... read more
    June 10, 2008 8:00 AM
  13. Gifts for the girls

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    Anyone for Scrabble? These whimsical paper pendants from BiteSize Cards would make great gifts for your bridesmaids.... read more
    June 5, 2008 8:00 AM
  14. The Sex and the City "Love" keychain

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    It's truly a keychain to love. Jennifer Hudson carried it with her in the Sex and the City movie to remind herself to have faith in love, and it inspired Carrie to jump back into her relationship with Big... read more
    June 3, 2008 10:00 AM
  15. New options for grooms

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    Las Vegas — The big news at Scott Kay was all about the man! ... read more
    May 30, 2008 9:00 AM
  16. Stackable sparklers

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    At Kwiat, Director of Design Janice DeBell took me on a tour of some of the newest pieces displayed in their beautiful, icy-blue boutique-within-a-boutique setting. ... read more
    May 29, 2008 8:16 PM
  17. A different way to wear gold

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    Las Vegas—I'm here at the Couture, Luxury, and JCK jewelry shows to get a glimpse of the latest trends in engagement rings, wedding bands, and wedding day jewelry. ... read more
    May 29, 2008 4:32 PM
  18. Carrie Bradshaw's bridal jewels

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    When a fashionista like Carrie Bradshaw finally decides to tie the knot (or does she?) it is no surprise that she would bring her avant-garde style to her wedding day look... read more
    May 27, 2008 8:00 AM
  19. Ashlee Simpson's themed bridesmaids gifts

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    Ashlee Simpson took her theme to the extreme—even incorporating Alice in Wonderland into the gift bags that she gave her bridesmaids from Los Angeles boutique-to-the-stars Intuition... read more
    May 22, 2008 12:00 PM
  20. Lush jewelry at Turq Bridal

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    Looking for a great necklace that will go with your dress as well as be perfectly wearable with your more usual attire? Want to lavish a little something on your bridesmaids, or perhaps your mom? Then take a look at the fab handiwork of Turq Bridal.

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    May 17, 2008 8:00 AM
  21. The Bachelor proposes

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    Matt Grant is a bachelor no more! On the season finale of The Bachelor: London Calling, the 27-year-old English banker got down on one knee and proposed to Shayne Lamas with a 2.85-carat Tacori platinum and diamond eternity ring. ... read more
    May 13, 2008 3:00 PM
  22. Carat questions

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    This week, the discussion in our Brides.com Forums was all about rings. From karats to cuts, our brides talk about what makes the perfect engagement ring. ... read more
    May 2, 2008 12:00 PM
  23. Mariah Carey Engaged?

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    A source close to Mariah has confirmed to Access Hollywood that she is in fact engaged to actor/singer Nick Cannon... read more
    May 1, 2008 10:45 AM
  24. A rock for a rocker

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    Love Ashlee Simpson's engagement ring? While no official information has been released about the ring, given to her by Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz, I found a similar style (left) at Robbins Bros. by Simon G.... read more
    April 29, 2008 9:00 AM
  25. Do gooder diamonds

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    If you ever saw the movie Blood Diamond, you don't need me to tell you about the scary stories behind some of those lovely sparklers. Jewelry designer Jennifer Dawes is doing her part by creating a contemporary collection using recycled gold, conflict-free diamonds and responsibly minded stones. ... read more
    April 22, 2008 3:00 PM
  26. Shoes, bracelets, necklaces, oh my!

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    It was accessories galore at the J. Crew show this morning where brightly-hued maids and breezy brides strolled down the runway... read more
    April 18, 2008 12:30 PM
  27. Haute home page

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    Today's homepage features a beautiful ivory taffeta gown with a sweetheart neckline from the Moda Bella Collection by P.C. Mary's. This affordablegown, available for around $700, features a draped bodice—sure to flatter any figure—plus a double bustle skirt and chapel train.... read more
    April 9, 2008 9:12 AM
  28. Bridal bling to go

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    Not that we're saying you shouldn't treat yourself to bling you can truly call your own—it is your big day after all—but for all you brides who will be slipping into more than one gown on your big day, you'll want to accessorize accordingly—and that can add up. Enter Adorn Brides.... read more
    April 5, 2008 12:28 PM

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