Fiance donates kidney to bride-to-be

Jarena Bates and Tyehesian Johnson have a friendship, a romance, a life-saving gift and, next, a wedding this fall. • PhotosSeptember Bridal Planner

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Salon pros provide bridal makeover Salon pros advise planning ahead to match hairdos and makeup to the tone of the wedding.
10 tips for a full-figured bride Bridal planner and author Chamein Canton of Amityville provides her top tips for the curvy bride.
Bridal show schedule for 2008 Year-round expos include fashion, entertainment and catering vendors.
Tips from the experts: Ways to make your wedding one of a kind Tired of seeing the same flowers at the same banquet halls? Ideas for a one-of-a-kind day.
Spring 2008 Bridal Week in NYC See pictures of the latest wedding gowns from Vera Wang, Ralph Lauren and other designers.
Invitations can preview wedding style They can convey to guests a preview of the type of wedding you will have.
A perfect match for your wedding Color-coordinate every detail of your wedding, including the cakes and flowers! Here's how to do it right -- right from local experts.
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