She has just a few minutes before she will glide down the aisle. Once the bridesmaids leave the room, the bride takes a moment to look in the mirror. She takes a deep breath and smiles at her reflection. Some weddings happen so quickly you feel like you missed them, while others seem to drag on like a bad movie. Some couples spend months planning for the big day, while others make the decision in a snap.
Some couples marry in a grand chapel bedecked with ribbons and flowers.
Others gather with a small group of friends and family to join together in a cramped office lined with books of law. Many weddings are preceded by wild parties you could never tell your parents about. Most are followed by a wild party that your parents will find out about because often they're footing the bill. Some weddings require the planning of a Broadway production, while others require only showing up and getting the right person's signature. Some weddings attract generations of family and scores of friends, while others consist of the requisite three.