Royalty and romance: aren't these at the heart of every union? It's no wonder that the fairytale wedding — also known as "Happily Ever After" or "Dreams Do Come True," to name just two — never goes out of fashion.

The musical masterpiece "Moulin Rouge" has inspired devotees worldwide. They love the romantic storyline, the superb acting, the engaging singing, and the amazing costumes. It's an unforgettable film — the type of you want to view over and over again.

So you're having a beach wedding, but it's more Westport than Waikiki? You're in luck!

A old, old voice must have whispered when you set your heart on an autumn wedding ...

Ah, winter. For many brides, it's not just a time of year. Instead, it's a dream as distinct as those held by any other bride who's envisioned a fairytale extravanza, garden party, or evening black-tie affair. The fact is, fields of snow and ice-lined trees make for Alps-sized glamour that few other seasons can match.

I'm getting married in June of 2007 and I really like the idea of combining fuschia with some kind of orange. But I'm having trouble finding the right flowers if I dress my bridemaids in that color.

With the bloom of spring in the air, beautiful daffodils raise their heads in triumph of a new season. Choosing daffodils as your wedding theme can also be used to signal the blossoming of a new marriage together.

When I think of a bridal shower, I get the image of a very elegant event. And little is more elegant than an afternoon Victorian tea. This is a wonderful way to honor the bride-to-be amid luxurious surroundings.

The Titanic was all about elegance... excess ... even self-indulgence, especially for the rich. Of course, at your Titanic theme wedding, everyone gets to experience the glories of the Edwardian age as one of the "rich!"

One thing's for sure -- we haven't heard it all when it comes to wedding themes. Inline skating made the news maybe a year ago, so could a bicycle-theme wedding have been far behind?

Mini Adirondack chair favors are enjoying mega-popularity among brides holding their weddings in Martha's Vineyard or Cape Cod — or those who just want to feel like they are.

Perhaps you met at a coffee shop -- many couples do. Or perhaps you're just consumed by your love for the bean. It happens.

You probably have plenty of ideas on how to be the perfect princess bride. But with weddings, it's the details that really add up. Here are six terrific accessories that would make Cinderella proud.

You know you're going to have a wedding that evokes the tropics. Maybe it will take place in the Caribbean or Hawaii. Maybe it will take place in your own backyard (complete with a pig roast), or a local banquet hall (outfitted with real palm trees draped with magical twinkle lights).

Some people have their heart set on Disney touches at their wedding, whether it be glass slippers on the ring bearer pillow, pumpkin coaches in the corner, or a magnificent "Magic Kingdom" ice sculpture. But for some people, even this isn't enough. They want to hold their wedding at Disney itself. After all, it's the "Happiest Place on Earth."

When people think Victorian, they often think high tea or garden party, filled with doilies, cherub birdbaths, cast iron benches, finger foods, mismatched teacups and the "shabby chic" touch. This is a perfectly fine way to do Victorian, but it's not the only way.

Harps, Celtic Harps, and even autoharps. Here are four CDs your Celtic wedding can't be without.

With a little creative decorating, any backyard or banquet hall can be turned into a virtual Hawaii destination.

Planning the perfect Celtic ceremony involves combining plenty of traditions with quite a few decisions. A little education on the historical wedding traditions of the Celtic community will help the both of you plan a ceremony that's sure to be everything you dreamed of.

Once it was only an option for the rich and famous. But weddings on beaches and in tropical destinations are becoming more and more popular, and available, for the rest of us. With much of the Caribbean only a stone's throw from the US mainland, heading for the islands has never been easier!