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Weddings of the World: Get Married in Space, and More
Bridezillas are citizens of the world, so check out this round-up of wedding news from around the world.
Where no Bridezilla has gone before.... Japan invites you to get married in space.
Back seat Bridezilla. It's seven minutes to wedded heaven with Sweden's new drive-in weddings.
Bridezillas ride bareback. Courtesy of India, U.S. citizens can now also enjoy the thrill of getting married via elephant escort-the 7,000 Minnie, described as a "grey asian diva."
Bridezilla does basic math. In China, couples are rushing to capitalize on the culturally lucky number 8, with ceremonies that take place on July 8, 2008, start at 8:08 a.m/p.m., and cost, you guessed it $8,888. One tradition that defies cultural affiliation? Saying the eight-lettered "I love you" as often as possible.
A Beautiful Modern Wedding Bouquet
Bridezilla recently attended a friend's nuptials, and just couldn't help gushing over this gorgeous bouquet. From the trendy cut roses to the woven lily grass and hypericum (definitely the new baby's breath, Bridezilla says), this is a modern mix that still looks feminine and bridal. Steal the look by sticking to a two-color palette, opting for bunched short stem flowers rather than the more cumbersome cascade, and choosing an unusual filler flower. Spectacular!
The Best Bridal Accessory Right Now: A Fun Attitude
Ditch the dreary prom pics (hand on waist, check. strained smiles, check) The newest wedding pictures are all about brides spending their Big Day the right way-having an absolute blast. To get in the mood, check out this photo gallery of brides in all their goofy, spontaneous, and gorgeous glory. Get down girls, go 'head, get down.
Bridezilla Bonus Tip: It's cool to act a fool.
Best Wedding Gowns Under $1000-They are all gorgeous, we swear!
Adrianna Papell Beaded Empire Waist Gown
Rows of sequins and beading comprise the rounded mesh neckline and flattering Empire waist of a gorgeous Grecian-inspired crinkled silk chiffon gown.
$238
BCBGMAXAZRIA Strapless Applique Dress
Raw-edged fabric and tulle flowers embellish a divine dress, boned for a shapely fit. Netting gives the skirt volume.
$398.00
Sean Collection Stretch Satin Gown
Silvertone sequins and beads spark the bodice of a silk charmeuse dress, finished with a mermaid train. Low back has chiffon sash to tie across the shoulders.
$328.00
Bridezilla Ballot - Yea or Nay?
Bridezilla's mantra is "It's my day." But soon-to-be brides are letting their guests weigh in on the details with wedding planning websites and online polls. Is the Bridezilla mantra officially dead?
No way. Despite what a recent The Wall Street Journal post claims, Bridezilla is all about bridal polls. But only if she wields ultimate veto power. A poll is more convenient and less expensive than a pushy wedding planner. Plus, it keeps guests talking about the wedding. And think of all the money she'll save on those costly fondant focus groups! Not to mention the chance her website could become famous, like Melissa and Eric Bakewells', whose wedding planning website received more than 7,000 hits.
Bridezilla is the rockstar of the bridal world and never makes a decision without a committee. Is the chicken dance cheesy? Is buttercream frosting passe? Bridezilla needs her guests' opinions to pull off the perfect wedding. And since her friends are a lot like her, polling them probably won't result in a horrid honeymoon or tacky cake.
How do you feel about bridal polls and wedding planning websites? Cast your Bridezilla ballot and let us know!
Diamond Rings: Are Modern Trends Cheapening their Luster?
The purchasing of the diamond ring used to be synonymous with a little blue box, a girlish squeal, and a stern-faced salesman going on and on about "brilliance" and "antiquity." But thanks to modern trends, the diamond ring is slowly being demystified.
For one thing, there is the wild popularity of sites like Blue Nile, where you can buy your ring online, and potentially avoid steep in-store upgrades. To counteract this trend, diamond retailer E.E. Robbins launched an ad campaign with the tagline "You won't find me online. I'm not that kind of diamond." Clearly the intent is to imply that buying a diamond online isn't trendy, but tawdry.
Still yet another trend is renting a replica of your ring so you can try it before you buy it. With all the practical benefits of test-driving a car, you can see how it looks on your hand, goes with your clothes, impresses your coffee mates, etc.
While on their face, all these trends that increase the accessibility of diamonds seem great, Bridezilla wonders if commodifying diamonds to this extent is causing them to lose their luster? Is getting a better deal on a diamond worth forsaking the physical experience of ring shopping? Is wearing your fake ring around for a week a downer compared to seeing your rock for the first time when groomzilla gets down on one knee and pops open the box?
Ring shopping-the gleaming glass counters, the plush carpet, the hushed voices and rows of glittering jewels-used to be a rite of passage. Now, diamonds can be rented like Blockbuster videos and purchased online like the common Ipod case.
Are these amazing and convenient advances? Or the end of the courtship culture as we know it? Will you be buying your ring in a store or online? Weigh in at the comments.
15 Quotes that Toast Bridezilla Behavior
When it comes time for toasts, don't be surprised if your maid of honor quotes a sickeningly sweet love sonnet written centuries ago. Try not to roll your eyes when she says, misty eyed and somber, "love means never having to say I'm sorry," or "love conquers all."
Since every wedding planning website has a directory of ho-hum love quotes, we compiled a list of quotes from fearless females. Use these quotes at your next all-female celebration. Put them in a basket and play "who said this?" at your bridal shower. Or add these saucy statements to your bachelorette party toasts. If you suffer from stage fright, put these quotes in personalized fortune cookies and give them to the ladies in your life at the rehearsal dinner.
These authors, artists, and leading ladies paved the way for bridezilla and made attitude the latest accessory. Enjoy! And feel free to comment with your own favorite quotes.
1. I will not retire while I've still got my legs and my make-up box. ~ Bette Davis
2. The question isn't who is going to let me; it's who is going to stop me. ~ Ayn Rand
3. She must not swing her arms as though they were dangling ropes; she must not switch herself this way and that; she must not shout; and she must not, while wearing her bridal veil, smoke a cigarette. ~ Emily Post
4. I love being married. It's so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life. ~ Rita Rudner
5. You can always tell what kind of a person a man really thinks you are by the earrings he gives you. ~ Audrey Hepburn
6. Ask for what you want and be prepared to get it. ~ Maya Angelou
7. The thing women have yet to learn is nobody gives you power. You just take it. ~Roseanne Barr
8. Only good girls keep diaries. Bad girls don't have time ~Tallulah Bankhead
9. I have no regrets. I wouldn't have lived my life the way I did if I was going to worry about what people were going to say. ~ Ingrid Bergman
10. Ever notice that Soup for One is eight aisles away from Party Mix? ~ Elayne Boosler
Read on for five more quotes from our favorite fearless females.
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Ten Creative Save the Date Cards
1) From Penelopea on Etsy. As seen on Bridalwave.
2) From Flypaper Studios. 
3) From ManicBride. 
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