Welcome to Atlanta Weddings!

Amber Jones Barry
Managing Editor
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You've met the man of your dreams. Now you're hoping to have the perfect event to celebrate starting your life together. As you plan your wedding, it is easy to forget why you are having a wedding amidst the throng of planning decisions. You will find that there are multitudes of things to decide and to get done, and you may find yourself feeling a bit overwhelmed at times. But with help--and keeping things in perspective--you can create a fantastic wedding of which you'll be proud.

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Marylin Johnson
Fashion Editor
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Wedding gowns are the ultimate party dresses. A bride can’t help but enjoy her special day—and look divine—when she’s dressed in chic chiffon, slinky satin or layers of tulle.  

            I’m fortunate enough to help choose the gowns that are featured here and in the current issue of Atlanta Weddings. Recently, my colleague, Elaine Hightower, and I attended the bridal fashion shows in New York City, where designers showed their latest creations. It was exciting to see gowns on the runway from such labels as Anne Barge, Badgley Mischka, Monique Lhuillier, Claire Pettibone, Melissa Sweet, and Priscilla of Boston. Looks ranged from a short chic bubble-skirted dress at Elizabeth Fillmore to Ulla-Maija’s long tiered tulle gown with a strapless taffeta and lace bodice.

            Joan Pillow, owner of Impressions, wants future brides to be “open-minded” when it comes to their gown selections. “While a girl needs to be aware of trends, she wants to select a dress that best complements her figure and is the most flattering,” she says.

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