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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

See all 30 ideas for your "something blue" in the complete slideshow.

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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.

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—Casey Trudeau

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Planning on inviting children other than your flower girl or ring bearer to your wedding? You may want to consider a special kid's menu. Which options will your younger guests will enjoy the most? Our wedding etiquette experts are here to answer your catering questions in our daily post.

What do we need to think about when serving children? Should they get a separate menu?

"Children are guests, too!," says Charlie Palmer, chef at New York City's Metrazur, Aureole and Asta restaurants. "I think that it's worth the extra time and effort to cater to their needs. Let your caterer whip up a few simple dishes that young palates will love, but can still be formal, like a simple soup (hold the spices!), a delicious four-cheese ravioli for the main course, and ice cream for dessert."

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"Aaron asked me out in the most romantic way possible," Christina pretends to brag, then deadpans, "via text message." Yet despite a less-than-script-worthy start, the Connecticut couple took off and two years later, Aaron proposed.

Surrounded by friends and family at a surprise birthday party for the soon-to-be bride, Aaron dropped to one knee and presented Christina with a square-cut diamond ring. "Aaron and I had the tightest embrace ever," Christina recalls, until an excited Aaron attempted to slip the ring on her finger and instead accidentally tossed the diamond onto an outdoor patio, complete with cracks. "After a few seconds of panic, one of my girlfriends found the ring and I was finally able to wear it as an officially engaged woman," Christina laughs.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Working with wedding planner Ambiance Luxe Wedding Designs, Christina and Aaron crafted a quirky September affair held in rustic Deep River. With vibrant turquoise accents offsetting an otherwise neutral palette, the couple's wedding took on an atmosphere that Christina describes as "light, fun and lively."

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Christina spotted her Melissa Sweet gown online—and was crushed when she discovered the dress had been discontinued. Yet, by what the bride describes as a "stroke of luck," she uncovered the sweet sheath at a sample sale and snatched it up. "Once I put it on, it was love. We purchased it on the spot," Christina says. "It's so true when they say that it's just a feeling. When you know, you know."

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Christina adored the gown's silk organza overlay, accented with delicate polka dots and tied with a matching sash. "I loved how it was so simple, yet had these amazing and fun details that made it so romantic," she says. Plus, "it hugged my curves in all the right places, but was comfortable at the same time. Comfort is key."

Photo: Michelle Gardella

A champagne-colored faux floral hairpiece by Mignonne Handmade softened Christina's half-up-half-down hairstyle.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Kendra Scott's chunky turquoise necklace accentuated Christina's collarbone. "I tend to gravitate towards a statement piece here and there, so decided to go with a couple of accessories to make my overall look pop," Christina explains.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Aaron and his groomsmen donned slim-fit ties by Forage Haberdashery, which crafted the neckpieces from limited-edition blue and orange fabric.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Bridesmaids selected from two knee-length Ivy & Aster dresses in hues of rosemary and grey. "I loved the fun and flirty feel of these dresses," the bride says.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Florists wrapped bright orange ranunculus, white anemones, succulents and a few sprigs of leafy green filler with white lace to create Christina's bouquet. "Just For You Floral Design Studio translated our vision into exactly what we were looking for," the bride gushes.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Dusty miller, wide green leaves and Billy Bobs were mixed with berries and small bright flowers for the groom and groomsmen's boutonnieres. "We loved how non-traditional these were and how each one was different from the next," Christina says.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Boutonnieres were pinned to the lapels of light gray suits, which the men picked out at : Macy's.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Christina and Aaron exchanged vows on the grounds of Mount Saint John, a high school for at-risk boys set on 80 acres of rustic Connecticut real estate. "It had a wonderful vintage feeling," Christina says of the space, "with the actual school serving as a backdrop during the ceremony."

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Photo: Michelle Gardella

"Short, sweet and non-traditional," the bride says, Christina and Aaron's wedding ceremony included a reading from I Corinthians and humorous dialogue from their officiant—a cousin whom the couple convinced to become a justice of the peace especially for the occasion.

While the couple purposefully kept the ceremony space sparse, "the one thing we did splurge on were two large, beautiful arrangements that stood on each side of the front of the aisle," Christina says.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Trolleys transported guests from the school grounds and to The Lace Factory, where the couple would host their indoor dinner reception. "We were looking for something non-traditional, something that was an arms length away from the typical hotel ballroom," Christina says. Constructed in 1875, the former shipbuilding-yard-turned-event-center combined the historical character and modern amenities the couple craved. "We loved its exposed brick walls and beams, the large bright windows that extended across every wall, the vintage bar," Christina explains.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Christina and Aaron "loved the raw space of our reception venue," so they "tried to use details that would accentuate the space rather than cover what was already there," the bride says. The couple's color palette shown through in bright blue Chiavari chairs and vibrant orange flower arrangements—a nice "pop here and there," Christina describes.

Sheer white swag hung from the building's exposed beams, flanked by sparkling twinkle lights, "adding a touch of softness and elegance to the space," the bride says.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

"My absolute favorite?" Christina says. "Two funky, ocean blue chandeliers were hung overhead just below the swags on each side of the room. Love, love, loved these."

Photo: Michelle Gardella

A mixture of orange, coral and yellow blooms filled pedestal and bowl-shaped pots, creating a mish-mash of tablescapes across the entire dining room. "We loved how no two tables were alike," Christina says.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Lace overlays laid across champagne linens paid homage to The Lace Factory's name, Christina said. Blue and mercury glass candle holders were scattered across each tabletop.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Neutral-toned tented cards bore table names and numbers.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

The couple left a heartfelt thank you to guests at each place setting. The blue-striped Chevron patterned cards were designed by Patti Murphy Designs.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Personalized pint glasses from online retailer Grandstand served as the couple's favors.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Dubbing him their "flower boy," the couple asked a young man to carry a turquoise wood sign that read Here Comes The Bride down the aisle. "As we exited, it turned around to say, 'Hooray!'" Christina says.

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Because she wanted to "cut a rug," Christina slipped into a short-and-sassy Ivy & Aster dress during the reception. "I'm still waiting for an occasion where I can recycle this dress," Christina says. "I absolutely love it."

Photo: Michelle Gardella

Christina's advice to other couples? "Forget the stress," she says. "Enjoy every second, and be kind along the way. And to remember to stop, take a breath and smell the roses. I found that everything went by much too quickly."

—Jillian Kramer

Wedding Planner: Ambiance Luxe Wedding Designs || Ceremony Venue: Mount Saint John || Reception Venue: The Lace Factory || Bride's Wedding Dress: Melissa Sweet from The White Dress By The Shore || Bride's Shoes: Steve Madden and Ashley Brooks Designs || Bride's Accessories: Kendra Scott and Mignonne Handmade || Bride's Wedding Ring: M.K. Winston Jewelers || Groom's Tux: Macy's || Groom's Wedding Ring: M.K. Winston Jewelers || Bridesmaids' Dresses: Ivy & Aster from The White Dress By The Shore || Groomsmen Attire: Macy's || Mother of the Bride's Dress: Macy's || Florist: Just For You Floral Design Studio || Caterer: Cloud Nine Catering || Stationery: Patti Murphy Designs || Cake Baker: Cloud Nine Catering || Favors: Grandstand || Rentals: Ryan Designs and Rentals Unlimited || Entertainment: Power Station Events || Photography: Michelle Gardella

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Mary Kathryn Paynter, the stylist behind Loretta Flower in Austin, Texas, created this vivid bridesmaids' posy for a bride getting married at Laguna Gloria, a historic home that sits on Lake Austin. "Her wedding was very formal, but the color palette was inspired by monarch butterflies, so it was still playful." This slightly wild but still sophisticated look (achieved here with peonies, cockscombs, ranunculus, amaranths, seeded eucalyptus, and spray roses) is representative of what brides are into now—bouquets that aren't too uniform, tight, or predictable. "It's a sign of the flood of creativity that has overtaken the wedding industry since the dawn of the blogosphere," explains Paynter. (Approximate cost, $100)

—Denise Penny Shepard

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If you envision yourself in a ball gown, but worry it'll weigh you down, this organza Karen Willis wedding dress should do the trick. The light-as-air fabric gives it an ethereal feel, while the sharp sweetheart neckline makes for a modern finish. For those set on a full skirt, the layers (and layers) of soft fabric should satisfy your need for volume. Ideal for a romantic twilight summer celebration, this dreamy dress will be dancing around in our dreams for weeks to come.

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—Lauren Frankfort

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Sending out your wedding invitations opens a veritable Pandora's box of etiquette issues. Late responses, no responses, and mailbox mixups abound, and when close family and friends mysteriously RSVP no, feelings can get in the way. Still, is it ever appropriate to confront these guests? Our wedding etiquette experts are here to answer your RSVP questions in our daily post.

Can I ask my close friend why she RSVPed "No"?

Not if you phrase it diplomatically. But her reason might be embarrassing—perhaps she's having financial trouble and can't afford a gift. If you want to reach out to her, send a short e-mail (a phone call might make her feel put on the spot) saying you're bummed she'll miss your wedding but that when you're back from the honeymoon you'd love to grab coffee and catch up. This will give her the chance to reveal her reason without being guilt-tripped by you.

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Vintage-loving brides rejoice! Online vintage shop PinkClouds is launching a curated bridal section on May 21. Offering a stunning selection of dresses that span the decades, you're sure to find a gorgeous one-of-a-kind gown that speaks to your personal wedding style. "Depending on the era and the silhouette, brides can achieve a variety of looks," said Jennifer Collins, founder of PinkClouds. "If you want a flowy look, try dresses from the 1970s. If you're looking for something more body conscious, try a bias-cut gown from the 1930's. That's the beauty of vintage."

From her early days in her mother's closet admiring her "breathtaking" pieces from the 70s and 80s (including a gold and opal ring given to her then mother when she was in her 20s, that Collins wears today) to her college days spent scouring London's Portobello Road for the perfect vintage find, Collins has always been motivated by the thrill of the sartorial chase. After starting her career in luxury retail consulting for major fashion brands, the vintage collector felt the natural next step was to launch her own vintage shopping site.

Photo: Courtesy of PinkClouds

The mission of PinkClouds is to "bring back inspiration and the feeling of discovery to the shopping experience," which Collins accomplishes by offering one-of-a-kind dresses and jewels with a unique history. After three years of success in vintage ready-to-wear, PinkClouds Bridal will go live next week on May 21. "We started with a focused collection of dresses that we felt spoke to a variety of brides. Vintage shopping is such a personal and emotional buying experience, and there is no better time to have a one-of-a-kind gown then on your wedding day."

Photo: Courtesy of PinkClouds

Tips for pulling off a vintage wedding dress? "It is definitely all about the styling. I would say the more retro your dress feels, the more modern you should be with your hair and accessories. Pair your vintage gown with some extravagant Jimmy Choos or Manolos. Since most bridal wear is vintage inspired as it is, you have to be conscious not to look like you are wearing your grandmother's dress."

Asked about her own wedding day look, Collins isn't entirely sure (though she counts jewelry designer Pamela Love's bohemian wedding in Montauk and all 8 of Elizabeth Taylor's gowns as inspiration)—but she's confident that the look will include a vintage corset, with lace details that are "just impeccable," and vintage jewelry, "that's a definite!"

—Catherine Smith

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Every week we round up some of our favorite blog posts from around the web.

This petite floral arrangement costs around $20. We're not kidding! —Somewhere Splendid

Is it tacky to toss your garter at your wedding? Our etiquette expert weighs in on the popular tradition. —Brides.com

Care to see how bridesmaid dresses have evolved over the past century? Let's just say we've come a long way since shoulder pads and wide-brim hats. —PopSugar

Even if you have a ring on your finger, this slideshow of our favorite engagement rings with pave settings is highly addictive. It's nearly impossible to pick a favorite piece! —Brides.com

This couple took their engagement shoot to new heights. —Brooklyn Bride

We found the best places to honeymoon in the US if you're into wine tasting, adventure travel, surf, sand and sun or all of the above. —Brides.com

This couple, who met on Match.com, let their bridal party pick their own wedding attire. Talk about leap of faith! —Merci New York

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This stunning Marchesa wedding dress mixes some of my favorite trends: three-quarter length sleeves, loads of lovely lace, and a fresh, high-drama silhouette. I'm loving the voluminous, silk taffeta skirt—it's statement-making, very Victorian, and perfect for making a grand entrance as you down the aisle. Then, when it's time to dance—presto, it's detachable.

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—Jacqueline Gifford

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There are countless wedding traditions to pick from: feeding each other wedding cake, incorporating something blue, and, of course, donning a white wedding dress. These rules have relaxed over time (hello, pink wedding dresses!), but what happens when a couple wants to skip a tradition altogether? Our etiquette experts are here to answer your questions about wedding traditions in our daily post.

I think the garter toss is tacky, but everyone says it's a time-honored tradition and we should include it in our reception. Do we have to do it, or is there an alternative?

Yes, the garter toss is time-honored—it got its start in medieval times. Guests would rip and tear at the bride's clothes to snag a piece of the fabric, which was thought to bring them good luck. Often, the bride would strip off her stockings and garters to throw to the pack so she could escape. (Yikes!) Fortunately, guests have become more civilized through the centuries. Now, the groom strips the garter off the bride to campy stripper music, then tosses it into a pack of salivating unmarried men.

The garter tradition has (thankfully) started to lose favor recently. If you prefer to ax this ritual from your reception repertoire, but still want to do something, you can opt for one of these less titillating alternatives. Make the bouquet toss co-ed. Watch all your single friends battle it out for the big prize. Give the bouquet to your favorite person. Honor your parents or his, a special grandmother or a friend who was such a big help during the wedding planning. Hand it over to the longest-married couple. Have your DJ or band play a special "marrieds-only" song. The band leader or DJ will first ask those married eight hours or less to leave the floor (that means you), then five years or less, ten years or less and so on, until there's one couple left standing. They get the prize—your flowers.

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Putting your gals in floral gowns doesn't necessarily require you to plan a girly, uber-romantic wedding celebration. The soft silhouette and flirty, ruffled neckline of this Jenny Yoo one-shoulder bridesmaid dress is offset by a bold, geometric floral print in a cool color combo. A shift like this will appease both your fashion-forward and hopeless romantic 'maids. Better yet, your girls can just as easily wear this little number with a cropped denim jacket as they could with sky-high heels at another spring or summer celebration.

"Lulu" knee-length bridesmaid dress with an asymmetrical shoulder with a soft flutter drape, $265, Jenny Yoo

—Lauren Frankfort

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