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Having trouble finding sleeved dresses? 13 looks that prove it’s worth the effort

Some of our super duper favorite dresses in our real weddings sport glam-as-hell sleeves, so we’re celebrating this less-arm-baring fashion. Prepare yourself for a deluge of loveliness in the form of ruffles, feathers, satin, and lots of lace.

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The lovers, the cave dwellers, and me: gorgeous cave weddings

As far as alternative venues go, caves are pretty rad. The lighting, the water, the flippin’ ambiance… it’s a recipe for us digging the hell out of it. We don’t see many weddings in this type of venue, but when we do, it’s photo time. Here are some of our favorite cave weddings from Offbeat Bride past.

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Thumbtack presents the 12 biggest ceremony planning mistakes and expert advice on making your ceremony RAD

If there’s one detail that we consistently see couples confused about, it’s finding an officiant and crafting up a meaningful ceremony that rocks their socks. We’ve written before about writing your own ceremony and your own vows, and even having a friend officiate. But with the help of our sponsor, Thumbtack, we’ve got insight from loads of amazing professional officiants to inform your choices!

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Your fantasy-loving hearts will explode from the pop culture references in this cake

We’ll be featuring Sarah and James’ colorful and geeky U.K. wedding soon, but we couldn’t wait to show you their fandom-fantastic Hobbit-meets-Labyrinth-meets-Watership-Down cake made by the obviously talented folks at Black Cherry Cake Company! There are a metric ton more references going on, so get ready for the run-down. Don’t forget to say ‘allo to the tiny worm from Labyrinth peeking out on the bottom left, which may be the cutest version EVER.

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13 first looks that will melt your heart (and your panties)

If you’re not already a sucker for a sappy, tearful, heart-smooshing first looks, we’re gearing up to make you one. Grins, fist pumps, and of course, squee-inducing groom tears — some of the best reactions come from the first look. Behold some of our favorite first looks ever, and just try not to grin like a Cheshire cat the whole way through.

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The science of love: design your wedding bands using your own brain waves

Kevin and Mark’s rings were a huge hit with readers when we featured their wedding, and with good reason: they showcased the pattern of their own brain waves while listening to each other’s heartbeats! Here’s what they had to say about it…