Los Angeles Times: Maya + Ron

When asked how a guy from the Philippines fell in love with a girl from the Ukraine, Ron Costales said it was simply, “Destiny.”

From the moment he met Maya Buzinovskaya, he was smitten. That was in 2004, when Costales, a physical therapist, began treating her aunt. Professional ethics prevented him from asking Buzinovskaya out at the time, so he worked like a demon and soon got her aunt up and walking for the first time in a year.  Click on the photo above to read more.

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Wedding Inspiration: Love For All Seasons

No matter when you decide to hold your big day, there are endless ways to decorate your venue. Check out some ideas for each season of the year.

Spring: Flowers are in full bloom! Take advantage of having access to a wide variety of flowers this season or even consider your ceremony or reception in a garden.

 Summer: Fresh fruit provide vibrant colors and fun décor!

Fall: Give your wedding an extra touch, by using naturally scented items as your place or escort cards. Cinnamon sticks are easy to find and remind everyone of that Thanksgiving feast.

Winter: Use faux crystals to mimic frost and icicles, giving your reception that extra glam!

Guest blog post by Winnie Phung

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Wedding Dress Necklines 101

Here are a few popular necklines for wedding dresses. For a more thorough list as well as recommendations for different body types, please refer to:  The Knot's  Neckline Glossary

       1.       Off-the-Shoulder

2.       Sweetheart

3.       Scoop Neck

4.       Bateau

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Congratulations To Sara and Jeff!

The table linen was gone, almost every guest had left, the music had stopped, but Sara and Jeff didn't care.  They only had eyes for each other!  This couple married in 2009 and today they are expecting their first child.  Congratulations Sara and Jeff!

Photograph by Llanes Photography

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Monique Lhuillier Sample Sale

A sample sale you don't want to miss!

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The New Wedding Fad: Dessert Bars and Dessert Buffets

Dessert bars and buffets seem to be a new fad in the wedding world. They’re fun, easy on the wallet, and add some “eye-candy” at your reception. The best part—this DIY project can be made match your specific wedding theme or color scheme!

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But why leave this sweet piece of art in the corner of the room? Incorporating the dessert buffet into each table as part of the centerpiece could be a fun way to not only make the centerpiece look “fuller”, but also a way to entertain guests while they are waiting for the night’s festivities. You can also include personalized paper bags (think “The Sweet Factory” store at your local shopping mall) at each setting, for guests to pick and choose their own goodies to-go as their party favors

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Men Look! Engagement Rings In All Colors

Wait men before you go out and purchase that same ole traditional engagement ring, because I've found some stunning engagement rings in all colors!  Take a look.

Yellow cushion-cut diamond ring with white pear-shaped diamond shoulders from Graff

Ruby diamond ring set in platinum from Oscar Heyman

Pink Marquise diamond engagement ring from OGI Ltd.

Asscher-cut yellow diamond in a platinum setting from Harry Winston

Extremely rare fancy-intense pink-diamond ring in platinum setting from Harry Winson

Antique pear-shaped yellow diamond ring from Paolo Costagli

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