Photo: Aaron Dyer

When it comes to wedding shoes, metallics are the new neutrals—they don't detract from your gorgeous wedding gown, but still add a little sparkle and pizazz to a polished look. Our favorite metallic for spring and summer weddings has to be rose gold. The pink hue pops against an ivory gown while the metallic sheen still feels very modern. Peruse even more rose gold wedding shoes here!

1. Satin with beaded and lace details, $149, Badgley Mischka

2. Glittery suede with metallic heel, $135, Ivanka Trump

3. Satin with silk flower, $895, Oscar de la Renta

4. Satin with embellished crystal heel, $1,250, Jimmy Choo available at Kleinfeld Bridal

5. Satin twist with bow detail, $450, Stuart Weitzman

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Full disclosure: I'm partial to Reem Acra, having worn one of her wedding dresses at my own wedding in 2008. I've always been drawn to her delicate beading and embroidery—her gowns are just so gorgeously feminine, and the right touch of formal. What I love about this dress, though, is the short, not-so-formal, ballerina-esque hemline—a playful departure for Reem, though it still rocks her signature embroidery. I see a bride changing into this at 10 p.m. and dancing until 2 a.m.

View the entire Reem Acra Spring 2014 collection and other looks from Bridal Fashion Week.

—Jacqueline Gifford

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Being a bridesmaid is both an honor and a responsibility! But when other life factors—like a pregnancy—enter the picture, being in the bridal party can also feel like a burden. Our wedding etiquette experts are here to answer your bridal party questions in our daily post.

One of my bridesmaids is pregnant and wants to bow out. What should I do?

First you need to find out why your friend wants to bail. If she feels bad because she won't be able to dress the part, you've got options: If she'll be only a few months pregnant by your wedding date, a seamstress might be able to let out a bridesmaid's dress enough to fit her; if your maid will be very pregnant on your wedding day, give her a swatch of the other maids' dresses and ask her to look for a maternity dress (or have one made) in the same color; or have all of your maids wear the same color, but different patterns. If your friend's afraid her stomach will take up too much space in your wedding pictures, fear not. Your photographer can arrange people around her so her belly's not front and center. If your friend still feels she just isn't up to the task, tell her it's okay to back out and that you won't take it personally. Dub her Honorary Bridesmaid and get her a corsage to seal the deal.

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Soft, natural lighting, a dreamy blush and cream color palette, and a stunning historic home inspired London-based wedding photographer Claire Graham to create a styled bridal shoot that felt romantic, effortless, and timeless. "In my style of photography, I believe less is more, which is why I like to keep things simple," says Graham. "I'm always looking to incorporate beautiful light and a soft warm color palette into my photographs." The Orsett Hall in Essex, a replica of a 17th century home, which now serves as a hotel, provided the perfect place to bring her vision to life. With the bride donning an elegant v-neck gown by Sabina Motasem, the stage was set.

See the complete ivory and blush styled bridal shoot by clicking here.

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Slim-fitting and oh-so-sweet, this pastel pink bridesmaid dress by Lela Rose is a definite charmer. The sheath silhouette makes it instantly flattering, while the 70s-style lace appliqué make it instantly fashionable. To top it all off, the soft rose hue only adds to this darling dress's inherent romance. We love this look for a garden party or whimsical summer celebration.

Style LR182, Lela Rose daisy lace over matte satin floor-length dress in rose, $310, available at Weddington Way

—Lauren Frankfort

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I'm a sucker for a sweetheart neckline and love that this Ines Di Santo wedding dress offers a sort of two-fer special—an illusion sweetheart plus a raised V-neck collar! I think brides are always looking to be both sexy and demure on their wedding day, and this gown nails it. The fit shows off a womanly figure; the cap sleeves are girly; the guipere lace and knee-length skirt epitomize sophistication. I see it paired with a tiny posy and a small cage veil at a restaurant wedding in the city—fun! Last, I'm never a fan of having to hunt down the perfect necklace to go with the dress. The minimalist in me believes that the dress should be able to stand on its own. In this case, it does.

View the entire Ines Di Santo Spring 2014 collection and other looks from Bridal Fashion Week.

—Denise Penny Shepard

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Bridal showers (and bachelorette parties, for that matter) are notoriously girls-only soirees. When a bride counts several men among her closest friends, that equation changes a bit. Are male friends ever allowed at a bridal shower? Our wedding etiquette experts are here to answer your bridal party questions in our daily post.

Is it okay to invite my best male friends to my bridal shower?

Of course. But even men who are super in touch with their feminine sides would probably run screaming from the room if forced to endure a traditional shower, complete with girly games and an abundance of pink ribbon. A hipper, more inviting option is a coed party where, along with the usual female suspects, the groom, his male buddies, and assorted husbands and boyfriends congregate for a meal. Serve grown-up drinks like martinis and margaritas, and lose the lingerie in favor of fun presents with a his-and-hers theme. For example, the groom gets grilling tools; the bride gets a hammock. Another great group gift is a set of luggage for the honeymoon. Crank up the music and make sure someone's got a digital camera on hand. As long as you mix things up, everyone will have a blast at this all-inclusive party.

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Do you dream of a luxurious destination wedding with as little stress and planning as possible? You're in luck: Yifat Oren—the sought-after wedding planning mastermind behind Anne Hathaway, Drew Barrymore, and Natalie Portman's weddings—is teaming up with exclusive Cabo San Lucas resort Capella Pedregal. Their new partnership allows husband and wife-to-be to work directly with Oren's all-star team. The result? A completely bespoke affair on the breathtaking resort's grounds. "The stunning resort of Capella Pedregal provides a natural canvas from which to create magnificent weddings," said Oren, founder and principal, Yifat Oren & Associates. "We are looking forward to developing events that will capture the beauty of Baja, highlight the well-appointed grounds of Capella Pedregal and create enduring memories for brides and grooms."

Want a sneak peak at the resort's spectacular grounds? Take a look, below!

Photos: Courtesy of Capella Pedregal Resort

—Lauren Frankfort

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The ladies at Rook & Rose Floral Design, in British Columbia, Canada, designed this lovely rose-based bouquet, ideal for a casual country or English garden wedding. Along with blush roses, they used lisianthus, phalaenopsis orchids, hydrangeas, astilbes, the herb bupleurum, and just a few ostrich feathers. Lead designer Erica Smolders describes the palette as "romantic neutrals." For the layman, that's vintage white, crisp white, taupe, champagne, caramel, and fresh spring green with hints of blush. We love how simple and feminine this is. (Approximate cost, $150)

—Denise Penny Shepard

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No one does pretty better than Marchesa, and this wedding gown is no exception. I love the sweet Chantilly lace fabric and grosgrain bow at the waist, but the winning detail is the delicate straps—such a fresh and flattering alternative to strapless. The soft A-line silhouette makes it a perfect option to wear for an outdoor wedding, and the shape is utterly timeless (not to mention universally flattering!)

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—Beth Swanson

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It's true what they say—there's a perfect wedding dress out there for every bride! But what if your body type doesn't match your dream dress style? Our wedding etiquette experts are here to solve your wedding dress woes in our daily post.

Can a girl who's a 36D wear a strapless gown? I've always loved the look.

Strapless dresses often cause big-breasted women to spill over on the sides—not a great visual. But if you have your heart set on this style, "invest in a good strapless foundation that will support your shape and work with your dress," advises Sara Tervo of Victoria's Secret, which offers a seamless, strapless bra and a low-back microfiber bustier from their Body by Victoria collection.

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Six months after we spotted her at an Amsale wedding dress fashion show, it looks like Lauren Parsekian is thisclose to making an honest man out of her Breaking Bad guy Aaron Paul!

Parsekian, a film director-producer and philanthropist (she co-founded the Kind Campaign), and her Breaking Bad-star fiancé celebrated their impending wedding, planned for next weekend, in the Library Room at Marquee in Las Vegas on Saturday among their friends.

"Aaron rocked a bow tie, and Lauren donned a veil," an onlooker at the festivities told People. "The lovebirds were dancing and canoodling."

Paul and Parsekian also enjoyed surprise his-and-her cakes that had an extra-meaningful theme—Paul's cake was designed to look like steps on the Parisian street where he proposed in dramatic fashion. "It's just this little courtyard outside of this hotel, and we were just dancing to Édith Piaf by ourselves on New Year's and then I begged her to marry me," he said at the time.

His outpouring of love didn't stop at the romantic proposal. Paul profusely thanked his love during his acceptance speech for the Emmy for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in September, saying "Thank you so much for looking at me the way that you do, you truly saved me."

While we can't wait for what will surely be a unique, personal and romantic ceremony, we do have a wedding dress designer guess—we spotted Lauren and a few girlfriends checking out the gowns at the aforementioned Amsale Fall 2013 fashion show in October. One of Amsale's sophisticated, feminine gowns would be just the ticket for her late-spring wedding.

—Terri Pous

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Photos: Aaron Dyer (earrings, nail polish, eye shadow), Courtesy of Cosabella (thong), Courtesy of Kevia (ring), Courtesy of Peach Couture (pashmina), Courtesy of Warby Parker (sunglasses)

Still searching for your wedding-day "something blue"? We asked wedding pros from around the country to share a few fresh takes on this colorful tradition. Like what you see? You can find even more blue-hued wedding-ideas here!

1. Create smoky eyes with navy eye shadow, suggests makeup artist Anita Haar-Brown.

Eye shadow in "Evidence," $18, Urban Decay

2. Spritz on Oscar de la Renta's "Something Blue" perfume, say Elizabeth Dunderdale and Adrienne Mendonca of Gracie Lou Events.

Oscar de la Renta "Something Blue" perfume, $85, Saks Fifth Avenue

3. For instant glamour, Erica Stawick of Ashley Baber Weddings suggests a sapphire or blue-topaz ring.

Topaz ring, $175, Kevia

4. "It gets cool up here, so some brides wear a pretty pashmina," says Meagan Gilpatrick of Maine Seasons Events.

Blue pashmina, $10, Peach Couture

5. Kristen Black of the Blue Corset Co. sells sexy blue thongs to brides for their big day.

Blue lace thong, $22, Cosabella

6. These starburst earrings are a favorite of brides in jewelry designer Kendra Scott's Houston store.

Starburst earrings, $95, Kendra Scott

7. Megan Pearson of Meg Designs hearts sunglasses for a sunny surfside ceremony.

Blue ocean-print sunglasses, $95, Warby Parker

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Breakfast at Tiffany's fans rejoice: this Alfred Sung bubblegum pink bridesmaid dress looks like it came straight from Audrey Hepburn's closet. The clean, tailored lines and visible darts give it an undeniably retro feel. With this streamlined silhouette your bridal party is bound to look polished, while the candy-coated hue and charming bow add a dash of whimsy to the dress. Holly Golightly would definitely approve.

Style D570, Alfred Sung bateau neck peau de soie dress in twirl, $198, available at Weddington Way

—Lauren Frankfort

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If you are looking for the old Hollywood glam silhouette, Romona Keveza has you covered. The ruching on the bodice enhances curves for an hourglass figure (think Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor) while the sweetheart neckline makes a dramatic statement Pair it with a fun over the top necklace, to really put on the glitz for your big day! I also picture this amazing Chantilly lace gown with a birdcage veil and dropped earrings. Sparkly beading really kicks up the glam but in the most sophisticated and elegant way.

View the entire Romona Keveza Spring 2014 collection and other looks from Bridal Fashion Week.

—Casey Trudeau

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