The Edwardian period, also referred to as the Gilded Age, was an era of newfound wealth, the start of industrialization, and peace before the first World War — it's also known for the sinking of the RMS Titanic — and for weddings, this meant rich, extravagant occasions. Several wedding traditions first began during the Edwardian period, including the bridesmaid-then-bride processional, the Read more

It was the chemical properties of electromagnetic force that first brought you and your Valentine together. Now that the atomic bond is strong, recall those first chaotic charges with a quirky take on the traditional Feb. 14 bouquet. Present a more understated, but still just as beautiful, flower arrangement in a vintage lab beaker for a love worthy of its own periodic table. Read more

Sarah Jessica Parker went with a simple black dress last night for the Brain Trauma Foundation's 2011 Gala at the Pierre Hotel in NYC. She mingled with Sigourney Weaver and His Highness Maharaja Gaj Singh II of Marwar-Jodhpur at the philanthropic bash instead of trekking to the West Coast for the LA premiere of New Year's Eve. Costars like Michelle Pfeiffer, Lea Michele, Ashton Kutcher, Katherine Read more

ABC's Pan Am starts this Sunday, and I can't wait to watch the series premiere to see if it can captivate audiences just like Mad Men! The show will be an interesting glimpse into yesteryear, and if you're just as fascinated by this period, take a peek at Pan American's Complete Round the World Cookbook, which was first published in 1954. With the show's premiere fast approaching, it was time to Read more

Clint Eastwood was behind the camera in LA yesterday to direct Leonardo DiCaprio on the set of J. Edgar. Leo kicked off the day lounging in a pair of white pajamas, later changing into a hot tux for a night shoot with The Social Network's Armie Hammer. We got a first look at Leo dressed up in his period costume earlier this week, and he was once again joined by costar Judi Dench. Leo's now fully Read more