All of the models who participated in a fashion show as part of Backyard Broadcasting's recent 17th annual Bridal Expo at the Genetti Hotel take the stage, above.

NEW YORK — In 75 years worth of Brides magazine, the main characters — husband and wife — have remained the same. She wears white, he dons a tux and they eat cake.

The big, white wedding cake has gone stale for many couples who have tasted too much bad buttercream and seen too many slices left untouched on the tabl.

HONOLULU — Twinkling waters. Swaying palms. Powdery sand. Sorbet sunsets. Graceful hula dancers.

Ahhhhh, Hawaii.

Cameron Bradley had always dreamed of a big church wedding. She wanted a couple hundred guests and a reception at a country club with a band.