As reported earlier, we had an idea this was coming, but even we have to admit — that was fast!

ABS by Allen Schwartz has made good on his promise to make two gowns “inspired” by Chelsea Clinton’s fabulous custom-designed Vera Wang gown and her mother’s, Hilary Clinton, gorgeous custom Oscar de la Renta gown.

“Anybody could get married in [Chelsea's] dress — whether they’re a small size, an 8, 10, 14,” Schwartz told reporters, according to CNN’s Marquee Blog. “It’s a very forgiving dress.”

Schwartz, who went on to call Chelsea’s gown a “big mushroom flower,” said that while he could have made a dress inspired by any celebrity this year, he picked Chelsea’s because it “was so special… [Chelsea's] was a real wedding gown.”

Both gowns are expected to be in stores by the holidays. Chelsea’s gown will retail for $350, while Hilary’s gown will sell for just $300. What do you think? Would you wear this gown? Weigh in below!

Images via The Marquee Blog.

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Michigan

The best portrait backdrops

Photo: Courtesy of Cory Weber Photography

We’ve been asking our favorite wedding photographers around the country to share some of their go-to spot for wedding portrait backdrops. Michigan-based Cory Weber of Cory Weber Photography suggested Crooked Creek Ranch in Cedar. “There’s a plethora of gorgeous locations to choose from—everything from birch tree forests and the shores of Lake Leelanau to rustic horse pastures and lush wildflower fields,” he says. “I’ve photographed wedding portraits there often and have a completely different experience each time.” For more ideas on the best portrait backdrops in Michigan, pick up the latest issue of Brides Michigan magazine on newsstands now (and turn to page to page 104 to see a lovely wedding that took place at Crooked Creek Ranch). —Heather Lee, Editor, Brides Michigan

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At the beginning of every month we like to bring you Marriage Prep, a column designed to give you a little advice that’s less about planning the perfect wedding, and more about planning your life together.

Photo: Kerry Brooks Photography

This month, the folks at InCharge Debt Solutions talk a little bit about budgeting for your life together.

It’s not easy (and not nearly as sexy as planning a honeymoon), but it is important!

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Good Gifts

Coffee cup candles

Courtesy of Lafco New York

There really isn’t much room for out-of-the-box thinking when it comes to candles. Of course the scent is important, but we still love when companies come up with new ideas for the candle container like Lafco New York did with their new Little Luxuries collection. The lid, made to look like the top of a coffee cup, twists off to double as a stand for the candle. Available in all of Lafco’s most popular scents, these candles (that have a 30-hour burn time) would make a great bridesmaid gift for only $20. —Cari Wolfert

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Wedding Dresses & Style • Wedding Style & Planning

Little Sally’s got style

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The red carpet frequently inspires bridal, bridesmaid, and groom fashion (check out this slideshow for more on that), but at the recent Emmy Awards, we saw some really adorable flower girl style too! Ten-year-old Kiernan Shipka, who plays Sally Draper on “Mad Men” wore a custom-designed dress of embroidered organza over taffeta and tulle by Papo d’Anjo, one of our favorite flower girl dress designers. The dress would make a perfect flower girl dress for a spring garden wedding, I particularly love the subtle hint of blues, greens, and yellows—it’s traditional yet whimsical, and totally age-appropriate. For more cute flower girl dresses, check out our Flower Girl Index. —Kim Forrest

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Who better to create a stunning wedding day look than a former costume designer?

After working for theaters all over the country, designer Ginger Breo recently set up an Etsy Shop called Seamstress of Avalon to share her amazing millinery (fancy word for headpiece) work.

Ginger describes her work this way:
I work in a mix of new and vintage materials, incorporating feathers and veiling with antique brooches or beaded trim taken off a Victorian gown. I always choose the finest silks and satins for my hats and headpieces, and I’ve been known to go as far as China or the UK for the perfect item to complete a headpiece!

My style is whimsical with a dash of vintage glamour, and when I’m not making my hats and fascinators, I’m wearing them. My brides are unafraid to be daringly gorgeous, and every piece is unique, just as every bride is.

What do you think ladies? Can you see yourself in these gorgeous pieces?

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Wedding style inspired by children’s books

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Are you wearing the diamond you’ve always dreamed of? If you’re already engaged, hopefully your fiance popped the question with a dazzling diamond ring that is perfect for you.

But for all of our soon-to-be engaged readers who know exactly what they want when it comes to their engagement ring rock, we’ve got the inside scoop to ensure you get that dream ring! Follow these 5 Steps to Getting Your Dream Diamond from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), and you’ll be sitting pretty in no time!

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Boston

New videography company

Courtesy of CMP Video Productions

There’s really nothing like having a video record of your wedding—hearing your favorite aunt’s voice, and watching your five-year-old cousin dance will be priceless years down the road—and there’s a new videography team in town to create the film version of your wedding. Chad Michael Peters, one of the most talented event designers and coordinators in the Boston area, has teamed up with Ocean One Productions to create CMP Video Productions. They’ll create a 12-15 minute wedding highlights film and a 40-50 minute full movie using music and live sound, check out this lovely sample on their website. And for lots more stories and tips from Brides Boston, check out our Facebook page. —Kim Forrest, Editor, Brides Boston

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