Angelina Jolie Denies Secret Wedding Rumors

Despite the appearance of a gold band on Angelina Jolie’s ring finger, it looks like we’re going to have to wait a bit longer for the much-anticipated Brangelina wedding. The actress and fiancé Brad Pitt have denied that they had a secret wedding.

The actress was spotted wearing a gold band in the place of the diamond engagement ring she’s been sporting. This immediately fuelled speculation that the couple had somehow managed to sneak in a wedding so private nobody knew it happened.

However, when Angelina returned from a humanitarian trip to Africa, she stopped the rumors. A TMZ cameraman asked her if the band was a wedding ring and she said “no, it’s not.”

Brad and Angelina are expected to get married this spring, with most guesses centered on them having a May ceremony at their estate in the South of France. Whenever, and wherever, they do get married, it’s almost guaranteed that it will be a very private ceremony!

If you're planning a wedding, one of the best ways to get your planning done is to attend a bridal show. Find out about our next show here!

Spring 2013 Wedding Trends

Spring is the biggest season for weddings, and that means that there are plenty of great wedding trends to enjoy. This year is likely to be no different, with a few trends looking like they'll be especially big this season.

Bird themes are popular this spring, and are very seasonal. They're the perfect touch to welcome in the warmer seasons, and bring to mind all the beautiful birds that come out this time of year. Bird themes are perfect for elegant or rustic style weddings, with many variations of the theme available. Bird cages are also set to be a popular addition to many weddings' decor.

Pastels are always a spring wedding favorite, and this year there will be some twists. More brides are moving away from the traditional white or ivory gowns, choosing instead to wear a pastel dress. Pale pink and mint green have been especially popular on the catwalks and with celebrity brides.

To find out about more great wedding trends, come to our next show!

Lady Gaga and Jennifer Aniston Prepare for Weddings

It's a busy time for celebrity brides! Jennifer Aniston is getting ready for her wedding to Justin Theroux, and Lady Gaga is prepping for her nuptials to Taylor Kinney. Both stars have been getting their dresses finalized, though it's likely they'll be choosing very different styles.

Gaga has been working with Donatella Versace for her wedding gown, and is stepping away from many of the traditions. The singer has said that she finds white wedding dresses boring, so is opting for a black and gold gown. The dress itself is reportedly going to be a silk gown with diamonds worked into the bodice. It will also have a removable skirt and train so Gaga can change her style for the reception.

Jennifer is likely to go far more traditional for her big day, which is reportedly going to be a destination wedding in Hawaii. The Friends star is working with Valentino, one of her favorite designers for red carpet events, including the recent Oscars. Jennifer has had input on her dress, and it is expected to be a soft, feminine, romantic style.

What do you think these two celebrity gowns will look like? Give your predictions in the comments.

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May 19 - Hyatt Regency, Long Beach

July 28 - Hyatt Resort & Spa, Huntington Beach

Aug. 11 - The Queen Mary, Long Beach

Sept. 8 - LA Marriott, Burbank

Sept. 22 - Marriott, Long Beach

Oct. 6 - Knott's Resort Hotel, Buena Park

Nov. 3 - Hilton Hotel, Pasadena

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What's Your Wedding Budget?

Setting a wedding budget is an important part of wedding planning. Knowing what you have to spend will help you decide which dress to wear, what venue to book, and what menu to serve. Sticking to your wedding budget can be a challenge, but one that every bride should take seriously.

According to the Real Weddings Study, published by TheKnot.com and WeddingChannel.com, the average wedding budget has gone up for the second year in a row. Southern California ranks in the most expensive places to get married, according to the survey of over 17,500 brides. While the national average is around $28,000, a Southern California wedding is $33,000 to $35,000, on average.

Knowing your budget can actually make wedding planning easier, and certainly save you from a few heartaches. For instance, if you know your dress budget is $1,211, the national average, you can steer clear of the gowns with a $5,000 price tag.

Of course, whatever your wedding budget, getting your planning done early can save you time and money. When you come to a Bridal Showplace wedding show, you can meet all the vendors you'll need. It's also a great day out, so get your tickets for the next show!

Do You Have Your Tickets: Garden Grove Show

Our next show is just over a week away, and it's shaping up to be a great one! Do you have your tickets yet? If not, buy them now!

Garden Grove is a lovely place to have a wedding, and the Crowne Plaza Anaheim Resort is an amazing venue. If you're planning a wedding in Orange County, or planning a wedding anywhere in Southern California, you'll want to get to this show.

In addition to seeing the Crowne Plaza, you'll be able to meet with plenty of other wedding vendors. Each of our shows has 100+ companies to meet with, and many can be booked there and then. Attending a wedding show is a great day out for you and your bridal party. It's also a really easy way to get a lot of your wedding planning done in one day.

To find out more about the exhibitors at the March 10 show in Garden Grove, or to find out more about any of our shows, visit our Exhibitor directory.

Award-Winning Oscar Styles

The Academy Awards are a great place to style watch, and many of the best gowns will influence bridal styles over the coming year. With this in mind, here are some of the best Oscar dresses that will be perfect for Southern California brides.

The Best Actress winner, Jennifer Lawrence, also wore one of the night's most loved gowns. The Dior dress combined white and the pale pink that is already a huge 2013 bridal trend.

Charlize Theron's white Dior dress has split opinions. It was a bold statement dress, but one that we think could be right for a modern bride.

Another one that divided opinions was Kristen Stewart's gown. The Reem Acra dress' shabby chic edge would be perfect for a vintage style wedding, or any other theme with a more laid back feel.

Amanda Seyfried's gown brought another take on vintage style to the red carpet. Its sparkling details had an almost art deco feel, making the Alexander McQueen design perfect for the Gatsby-themed weddings that are becoming very popular.

What were your favorite Oscar looks? Will you be taking anything from them for your wedding day? Let us know in the comments. If you're planning your Southern California wedding, come to one of our shows for a great way to get a lot done in one place!

The World's Most Expensive Wedding Cake

This week, a British jeweler unveiled the world's most expensive wedding cake. With a price tag of $50 million, it more than doubled the past holder of the title.

The cake, which will be on display at the National Gay Wedding Show in Liverpool, England, includes over 2,000 diamonds.

While most brides think about how many carats their ring is, this cake sparkles with 2,046 carats. The creators, Russell and Case, are based in Liverpool. They worked with CAKE, a bakery in nearby Chester, to bring their vision to life.

With such a high price tag attached to the cake, it's not likely to be the centerpiece at many weddings this year. If you're looking for a more reasonably priced, though certainly still fantastic, wedding cake, check out the bakeries in our exhibitor directory.

Of course, if you want to have an even better way of meeting bakeries, come to one of our upcoming shows. There, you'll be able to taste cakes and get plenty of other wedding planning done in one day.