Love designer wedding dresses on Instagram, but feel let down by the options available within your price range? You should not have to sacrifice style to stay within budget. Standard wedding dress shopping at well-known boutiques keeps many of these high-end dresses out of your reach. But if you go off the beaten path, you can find places that offer dresses for as much as 90% off their retail price.

We've checked out a bunch of sites and shops to bring you some of the best places to score a great deal on your wedding dress. Plus, there's a magical feeling about being able to leave a store with your wedding dress in hand. Will you get a dedicated sales rep to bring champagne for you and your girls? Probably not, but if you are willing to forgo some of those perks, you're sure to find lots of gorgeous yet affordable dresses...

More couples than ever before are serving up options beyond cake at their weddings. Some are even going as far as ditching the multi-tiered wedding cake altogether. Whether you choose an alternative or are just looking to further ignite guests' sweet tooths, there are so many mouth-watering treats to choose from.

Dessert displays have come a long way in recent years and are the second most frequented spot at receptions aside from an open bar. They're also a great way to personalize your Big Day by pulling all of your childhood favorites together, incorporating family recipes, honoring your heritage with a traditional treat, or tying the theme together with a show-stopping display. Here are our best tips and suggestions for creative desserts at your wedding.

Saying yes to the dress is one of the best wedding planning moments. Before you move on to the next item on your checklist, take time to think about getting that gorgeous dress tailored. Even if it only needs a slight adjustment like a hem, every dress should be altered to achieve that perfect fit. For budget-conscious brides especially, alterations can make an off-the-rack dress look like a much more expensive custom gown.

Whether your bridal salon has an in-house seamstress or you are working with a local trusted tailor, we’re breaking down what you need to know about dress alterations, fittings, and how to prepare for your first appointment.

Ever been on a dance floor where everyone starts to crowd around that one person totally tearing it up? Some people have this natural ability to dance like it is nobody’s business, while others can barely get by with a two-step. If you and your partner are in that second camp, not to worry.

With a bit of imagination, there are plenty of ways to have fun beyond dancing. So, whether you’re stuck with two left feet or just not feeling the dance party these days, we’re here with our best list of alternative entertainment ideas.

So, rather than being dragged onto the dance floor, you’ll be living it up in your own way. Let your personality and venue be your guide in choosing what works best for your Big Day. Also, please don’t feel like it has to be one or the other. You’re free to steal one of these suggestions and leave that dance floor intact too.

Gone are the days of cookie-cutter celebrations where guests just observe the day of festivities. Today, attending a wedding is about sharing a couple’s love story and becoming a part of it on their big day.

We’re certainly not here to knock wedding monograms or logos; they are classic and still going strong. But it’s time to explore additional ways to leave your mark on your wedding beyond this.

Here are 30 fantastic ideas for creating a wedding as unique as you and your relationship. From personalized touches for your signature drinks to music selections that spark wonderful memories, there's definitely something on this list for you.