Lucky you, Leo. You have full license to act out every royal fantasy you've ever had, starting with your dress. Make like Cinderella arriving at the ball (even though you'll be partying in full regalia until well after midnight). Embellishment, crystals, beads and gilding—the sky's the limit for you. You look great in anything that sparkles, and you love gold. A champagne gown can look as lovely on you as a white one. Like Leo Jennifer Lopez, it doesn't matter if it's your first wedding or your third. You'll go all out for glamour and give your guests a great show. With your sexy curves and goddesslike glow, choose a dress that's eye-catching and breathtaking. Leos are often smaller on top and curvy on the bottom. Avoid A-line or straight dresses that make your booty stick out (unless you want it to!), and go with a traditional ball gown or a fuller skirt that flatters your proportions. A long train? Check. Tiara and gloves? Check. Just make sure you don't look too much like a Disney princess. Your sign rules drama and Hollywood. For inspiration, check out red-carpet styles of Leo actresses Kim Cattrall and Halle Berry. Or look to period costumes straight from the theater or even the historical gown of an actual queen. A talented designer could replicate it, with a few of your fashionable updates.

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One word: big. Big jewelry, big hair, big impact. Skip the dainty pearls and go for chunky gems in bold colors like ruby or emerald. Romantic, ornamental and neoclassical looks bring out your regal nature. All hail the queen! Leo the lioness has a trademark mane, so play yours up as much as possible. Go big, loose and wavy for long hair, or if your locks are cropped short, find a cool, glamorous headpiece with flowers, feathers or jewels. Your veil should be long, embroidered with a beautiful pattern and striking. You can be a bit of a show-off, so a sexy garter could be part of your ensemble too. If you're a more modest Leo, go old-fashioned with full-length gloves. Gold or rhinestone-encrusted shoes add some extra flash.

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Hello, bling! You're not afraid of a little extra attention, so let that ring finger shine. Leo rules gold, so you'll prefer a gold ring to a platinum one. Jeweler Isaac Gottesman of Chicago's Dimend Scaasi (dimendscassi.com) recommends a gold band with a big center stone and tons of side stones to add to the flash. A round or princess-cut stone will suit you, and you might even try a colored diamond to match your vibrant personality.

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You're the star, so your bridesmaids should never upstage you. But the queen needs her royal court to look gorgeous too! Outfit your bridal party in bright or jewel-tone dresses that are glamorous and chic. The cheerful bursts of color will add impact to the day. Just make sure your maids are OK with bold color choices before you command everyone to buy a chartreuse frock! Knowing you, there will be enough drama to deal with, so pick your battles. You get sentimental and weepy in a pinch, and you'll want your closest pals by your side as you take your vows. Keep them near to dry your tears and hold your hand through your bursts of emotion leading up to the big show. You're no Bridezilla, but events take on a fever pitch when you're nervous, and you've been known to have a demanding diva moment or two. A levelheaded friend by your side will keep you in check. Leos love to spoil their loved ones, so you'll want to go all out on meaningful gifts for your bridal party. Don't skimp on the gratitude!

This is no ordinary party, Leo. It's a royal banquet. Why not have your wedding at an actual castle or a posh banquet hall that feels like one? Get as lavish as you can and make your guests feel spoiled, pampered and special. Roll out a red carpet at your reception site so everyone feels like a VIP. You can even use a red aisle runner or scatter rich crimson rose petals everywhere. Think color! Leo is a fire sign, so incorporate flames—a candle-lighting ceremony, sparklers in the cake. With your creative, crafty nature (Martha Stewart is a Leo), you'll know just how to combine luxe touches like rich velvet draping, faux fur and ornate candelabras from a prop rental company without breaking the bank. You're the Lion Queen, so incorporate African touches like carved wooden chairs or a drum ceremony to announce your entrance. If you get married in your hometown, as many sentimental Leos do, set up a parade with a "Just Married" float and you and your husband enjoying a fun ride as the guests of honor. Either way, you'll want everyone celebrating until dawn on the dance floor, and you'll be right at the center of it. The first dance with your father will be especially important, since many Leos are daddy's girls. You like tradition, so choose an unforgettable song for your first dance as husband and wife. Wedding planner Danielle Bobish of Curtain Up Events (curtainupevents.com) recommends renting a classic Rolls Royce or a car from an actual movie to make a grand ;like a pretty b

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Go full and lush with your flowers, Leo. The floral and event designers of Martin Jobes Design (martinjobesdesign.com) suggest big blooms like peonies, double-petal tulips and the largest garden roses available. all back into a well-structured chignon, encircled with a headband made of small, unvarnished stones. Keep jewelry to a minimum, like crystal drop earrings or another striking piece—or forgo it completely. You're an earth sign, so aim for terrestrial touches—a coral necklace, a flower or a vinelike bracelet. Capricorns also have an air of old money, so flaunt your astrological aristocracy with gloves and estate jewelry. You're an elegant earth goddess, so don't forget it. You should never look like you're trying too hard.

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By now you've figured out that you're not having a wedding—you're staging a major Broadway production. Naturally, an over-the-top cake will be part of the show. Presentation will be a big deal, so make sure your cake is treated like a guest of honor. You enjoy all the traditional parts of this celebration: rose petals on the cake plate, the bride-and-groom cake topper, cutting the cake with your groom, feeding each other the first bite. The audience demands it, after all! For a gorgeous, ceremonious cake, Karen Rivera-Gorski of The Painted Cake (thepaintedcake.com), a Leo herself, recommends an ivory square tiered cake with a colorful floral appliqué design. The taller the better! You're a chocolate lover, so anything deep, rich and velvety is just your speed. Since you love a little bling, Rivera-Gorski suggests that you "adorn each tier with a thin band of sugar ribbon and paint it with edible gold luster dust." You love to spoil your loved ones, Leo, so make sure there's plenty for people (including you) to have a second helping, or even a third.

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Whether you go for old-fashioned or modern, make your invitation dramatic and memorable, a showpiece in its own right. "Since the Leo bride revels in being the center of attention, she's most likely to go over-the-top," says Karalee Serra of Simply Serra (simplyserra.com). "If the intent is formal, it would be very formal." Leo rules the heart, so convey the regal pride that you take in your relationship. A gold or gilded invitation, even with a little sparkle, is eye-catching and totally you. Wilder Leos might even incorporate fun textures like fake fur, sequins or feathers. Elaborate invitations with lots of elements will leave an impression too—simply opening the envelope should be a big production for your guests. Some Leo brides can be a tad vain (putting it nicely), so why not embrace it by incorporating a glamorous professional photo of yourself and your fiancé. Go ahead, make guests feel like they'll be attending a runway show by a top couturier. It may not be far from the truth.

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• Picture, picture! Leos love the camera, so rent a vintage photo booth so your guests can snap pictures and put them in an album with a fun message. Also, leave lots of time for portraits and do your pre-wedding pictures at a cool, funky location. Tracy Toler of Maia Studios (maiastudio.com) recommends at least an hour for pre-ceremony photos.
• Instead of doing a traditional bouquet toss, wait until the end of the evening and as you make a grand exit from your reception have your guests follow you out with sparklers accompanied by custom-printed matches," suggests wedding planner Danielle Bobish of Curtain Up Events (curtainupevents.com).
• After-party? Have it in a dark, sexy lounge," says Bobish.a contemporary twist." Rivera-Gorski suggests brown sugar vanilla cake with homemade pineapple or fruit preserves, and caramel butter-cream frosting. Since you're sentimental, get your cake knife engraved, then save it as an heirloom for future generations.

Feeling like royalty is the key, so strap on your metaphorical crown and indulge in five-star style. Leo is ruled by the blazing sun, so bask in some rays at a posh tropical resort or on a Caribbean cruise. Sip fruity drinks, show off your colorful swimsuits, don showy hats and big sunglasses. Pamper yourself with spa services, read steamy romance novels and indulge in some hot newlywed sex on demand. Forget about the private villas and isolated beaches, though. You love to meet and mingle, and even on antisocial days, you need to stay active. With too much stillness or boredom, your mind quickly cooks up drama. If you do insist on having theatrics on your honeymoon, book a trip to New York City to see a block of Broadway shows. Leo rules the theater, after all! Or head to Vegas and take in the lights, casinos and shows. You're the queen of the jungle, so bond with some real lions on an African safari trip. Shop local markets, take lots of pictures and revel in being among the animals. Nobody can shop like a Leo, so head to Europe with some of that wedding-gift cash. Take a whirlwind tour of Paris, Milan and other European fashion hot spots, eating and shopping the days away.