The Royal Wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton: A Very Modern Couple Marries in Grand Tradition

Prince William wed Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey in a ceremony that expressed the couple's modern sensibilities and yet was steeped in tradition. It was a seemless blending of the new with the historical as Prince William and Princess Catherine, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge emerge as the new face of the royal family, the jewels in the royal crown, and the future hope of the British Monarchy.

The entire wedding party arrived by automobile to Westminster Abbey filled with a reported four tons of foliage, including 20 foot tall, 15 year old English Field Maples. Prince William was dressed in the red tunice military attire of the Irish Guards. He also wore his Garter sash and star, Royal Air Force Wings and Golden Jubilee Medal.

As the bride emerged from the Rolls Royce which transported her to the Abbey, her stunning wedding gown designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen was finally revealed. The ivory and satin gown with lace bodice and 9 foot train flowed from the skirt with arches and pleats meant to invoke an opening flower. Catherine elected to wear the Cartier Halo tiara, presented to the Queen on her eighteenth birthday and loaned to the bride. The dress was a perfect harmony of both the modern and the timeless. The veil made of layers of ivory silk tulle with hand embroidered flowers had a historical, almost retro look reminiscent of royal brides from a century ago. The brides look was completed with a pair of earrings designed by Robinson Pelham and given as a wedding gift from the bride's parents. The earrings are diamond set oak leaves that frame a dangling diamond drop acorn.

Accompanied by his "best man" Prince Harry, rather than a "supporter," Prince William slipped a ring made of Welsh gold onto Catherine's hand, making her his wife and his princess.

TWO kisses on the balconey of Buckingham Palace and a final symbolic drive about in an Aston Martin sealed the event with the couple's unique style and personaility.

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A Simple Yet Romantic Last Minute Valentine's Date

Today is the big day and you find yourself without restaurant reservations or basically any plans. Maybe you are in a newer relationship, just spaced out on making plans, or on a budget. Don't panic with that deer caught in the headlights look. We have put together a simple, affordable, yet romantic Valentine's dinner you can pull together in no time. Everything you need can be picked up at your local super market.

Start with some candles and a bottle of wine. Add a romantic movie and a single red rose. Forgo the generic Valentine's card and write a personal note instead, expressing your true thoughts and feelings, as well as things that make your special someone special to you. It will prove the odd addage that it's the thought that counts. If you actually put thought into a personal letter you can create a very special momento to be treasured.

If your culinary experience is lacking, do not pick tonight to experiment for the first time, but go with a take out pizza. Set the table with candles, a tablecloth, your nicest plates; whatever you have to create a special ambiance. Toast your special person, present the single red rose and hand written letter. Follow with wine, pizza and a chick flick. Voila! A simple, affordable, yet romantic Valentine's!

White by Vera Wang Debuts at David's Bridal

White by Vera Wang is now available at David's Bridal. The collection exclusively available at David's Bridal was unveiled this past Friday. White features gowns and accessories with Wang's unique design approach for which she is known, but at an affordable price point. The White collection will make a Vera Wang designer gown available to more brides and budgets.

The Spring 2011 collection features 12 gowns priced from $600. to $1400. Gowns range from sleek, one-shouldered sheaths to ball gowns, all designed with the exquisite elegance and fashion sense that is uniquely Vera Wang.

The collection is available at David's Bridal locations nationwide and at davidsbridal.com.