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SHADES FOR EVERY season
WHY IT WORKS Saying “I do” in autumn is all about embracing the dramatic atmosphere of the season, so concentrate on working with colors that pack on the saturation. Traditional fall shades like inky navy blue and rich burgundy get a very 2020 upgrad
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Light The Way
Truth time: Venue lighting is one of the most important—but often overlooked—aspects of your wedding day vision. Something that may feel so straight-forward (um, you just turn the venue’s overhead lights on, right?) can actually be upgraded to take y
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Make It Known
GUIDELINES FOR ANNOUNCING YOUR WEDDING IN THE LOCAL PAPERS Photographs may be submitted to accompany the announcement; however, instant photos or color copies are not acceptable. In some instances, photographs may be returned if a self-addressed stam
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Happily Ever equal
“By the time marriage equality passed, we were already well into our wedding planning,” John says. “We deliberately chose to get married in New York City—not only because we both love it, but also because gay marriage was legal in New York state and
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The White Room
The White Room is a bridal salon located in Minneapolis. It carries a wide variety of modern wedding dress designers like Rime Arodaky, Lakum and Lihi Hod. The type of veil you choose can change the feel of your dress. For example, a cathedral veil f
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VEILS, Unveiled
Veils are an easy way to express yourself. But with so many options to choose from, how do you know which one’s right for you? We broke down all the different styles, including the latest trends, with tips on how to wear them so you can uncover (sorr
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Diane + Andrew
Diane Hennan (32 and an admissions staff member) and Andrew Rajczewski (32 and a PhD candidate) celebrated their love for one another and the environment by planning a sustainable soiree with minimal décor. “I really wanted to generate the least amou
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Get Started
Download the Headspace app for free from the app store and start with the unlimited-use Basics pack (also free!) or other paid subscription options. Like training for a marathon, start with an easy run. Don’t go into meditation with too many expectat
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BRING THE drama WITH EMERALD + BLUE
NAIL POLISH: GETTY IMAGES; ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF VENDORS ■
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Make It Legal
GUIDELINES FOR OBTAINING A MARRIAGE LICENSE IIn Minnesota, the legal age for marriage is 18 years old. Couples ages 16 and 17 must have parental consent, and in some counties you may need juvenile court approval. The bride and groom must apply in per
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Tell Your Guests
The easiest way to get your point across is to include a dress code at the bottom of the invite or on a separate reception card. Your invitation design will also clue guests in. A traditional invite with letterpress and calligraphy will hint to the f
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GET creative WITH YOUR STATIONERY
JOEY + SCOTT CINCINNATI “Our genius designer paid tribute to the thousands of miles we traveled when we were long distance,” Scott says. “The path on the ampersand is the highway we drove to get to each other on I-71 in Ohio.” SILVIA + MARIO SAN ANTO
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Going Bespoke
What differentiates Bindle & Keep from other suiting companies or tailors? Bindle & Keep is by appointment only, and we schedule two-hour windows for first fittings. This allows us to really get to know our clients before we measure them. We give our
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Digital Download
Real Weddings Bo and Trevor’s ceremony at The Hutton House was all about unique color and unexpected design—so much so that the pair trusted their floral designer to surprise them with the day’s blooms. In the end, the couple said “I do” in front of
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Jordan + Tyler
For that moment, we forgot all about the pandemic unfolding around us and just embraced the happiness. Our day looked nothing like what we had planned, but in a beautiful way, it was exactly how it was meant to be—peaceful. We are so happy we were ab
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KEEP IT chic WITH GREIGE + CREAM
POWDER: GETTY IMAGES; ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF VENDORS ■
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Editor test drive
AS A BEAUTY EDITOR AT THE KNOT, I'll try anything once. Sometimes this is a super perk (hello, fancy facials). Sometimes it’s risky, like the time I went in for trendy highlights and came out a peroxide blonde. For better or for worse, I’ve tested (a
The Knot Minnesota Weddings Magazine2 min readPopular Culture & Media Studies
Dress Codes Decoded
If you’ve been dreaming of a courthouse ceremony, backyard celebration or even an intimate dinner party, this is the dress code for you. While casual dress usually means anything goes, you’ll want to look put together in your photos. To pull this off
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YOU ASKED, The Knot ANSWERED!
Hey there! I’m LOUIS BARAGONA, community editor at The Knot and the host of our weekly Wedding Wednesdays on Instagram—yep, you knew you recognized this shiny bald head from somewhere. I’m answering your TOP 10 most common wedding planning questions.
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Personality-packed Eats
It’s no secret that wedding food can sometimes feel a little one-note. But if the two of you are big foodies and looking to create a memorable meal for yourselves and your guests, “good enough” just isn’t going to cut it. While any meal cooked up by
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Ring Insurance 101
Is the ring still covered if you lose it accidentally or it’s badly damaged—or only if it is stolen? Is the ring insured for the full cost you paid for it or just a fraction of the cost? Will you have to purchase a replacement through a specific jewe
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MAKE meaning WITH YOUR UNITY CEREMONY
MELISSA + DANE ALMA, KS “After Dane’s mom passed away, a dear friend and Sioux elder wrapped and blessed him in a morning star quilt,” Melissa says. “At our ceremony, she blessed us together as a couple in the same piece.” ANGELA + BRITTANY CINCINNAT
The Knot Minnesota Weddings Magazine2 min readMental Health
The Science Of Meditation
In a busy world where everyone wants immediate results from everything they invest time in, you may be questioning whether or not meditation can actually relieve your planning-induced anxiety. But Headspace, a guided meditation app, offers clinically
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Get The Look
PHOTOGRAPHY Chris Craymer FASHION STYLING Shelley Brown HAIR Yoichi Tomizawa for Bumble and bumble at Art Department MAKEUP Hector Simancas for Elizabeth Arden at Art Department PROP STYLING Kayleigh Snowden ■
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Need Something For A Bridesman?
Have your guy wear a floral boutonniere in your signature color, or go for a themed lapel pin. Patterned shirts will make even the most basic suit feel fashion-forward. You can’t go wrong with gingham, stripes or even understated polka dots. Novelty
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HAVE fun WITH YOUR KICKS
RACHEL + KEVIN BALTIMORE “It was always important for Kevin and me to include our pups in the ceremony,” Rachel says. “They’re rescues and don’t handle large crowds well, so this was my way of having them with me as I walked down the aisle.” RACHEL +
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Venue Scout
GLENCOE COST from $4,900 GUEST COUNT 250 ABOUT For a countryside wedding that’s still easily accessible for everyone, this former dairy farm—just 50 miles from Minneapolis—is the ticket. PROCTOR COST from $7,250 GUEST COUNT 225 ABOUT From catering of
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NYC City Hall Weddings
The New York City Marriage Bureau in downtown Manhattan hosts tens of thousands of weddings. A ceremony costs just $25 and requires no reservations. ■
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Loud And Proud
Mix up your processional—ask guests to walk to you Define any LGBTQ+ terms in your ceremony programs. Recognize your community with queer-affirmative vows Choose a reading or music by a LGBTQ+ activist. “By the time marriage equality passed, we were
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WE’VE GOT YOU And You’ve Got This!
We know—you’re probably wondering where you should even start (totally normal, btw). First, download our app and take our Style Quiz. It’s a fun way to help zero in on your vibe, (think: industrial with bohemian details). We’ll generate your very own
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