Two fashion shows will highlight the day, featuring stunning wedding dresses — one with vintage-inspired styles and another showcasing modern designs.

“The fashion show has a wedding dress theme this year,” Runia said. “We’ve got a lot of different textiles and fabrics. We’ve also had many dresses loaned to us for the day.” Usually a tea is held on ...

When it comes to planning your dream wedding, choosing the perfect dress (or dresses!) is one of the most exciting and meaningful moments.

When high fashion meets occasion, the results can be spectacular. Wedding dress couture is a shining example: exquisite and one-of-a-kind, houses from Yves Saint Laurent to Chanel and Dior have ...

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