The role of the maid of honor can turn into a dress rehearsal for the day when it is your turn to be the bride. The bride's maid of honor typically has a very close personal relationship with the bride and often serves as confidant and advisor on a variety of issues.

The bakery agreed to make your almond-flavored multi-tiered cake. You found a bridesmaid's dress in just the right shade of robin's-egg blue. Finally, the wedding plans are falling into place.

NEW YORK — In 75 years worth of Bride's magazine, the main characters — husband and wife — have remained the same. She wears white, he dons a tux and they eat cake.

When your best friend or sister announces she's engaged and wants you to be her maid of honor, of course you jump up and down with excitement - for her. But inside, you're starting to cringe.

When it comes to giving a great wedding or bridal shower gift, it pays to put all your eggs — or gifts — in one basket.

As a bride, once your Prince Charming has popped the question and placed the perfect princess cut on your left hand, the last thing you're thinking about is a budget.