Published January 27, 2005 in issue 0404 of the Hook

By COURTENEY STUART [email protected]

Few things bring out the best and worstin people like a wedding. Pulling together the detailsfrom flowers to dress to guestscan strain even the most compatible couples, and that's before adding in the requisite meddling mother-in-law. Yikes.

But when the big day comes-- as the newlyweds on the following pages attestthe hard work pays off. Family is together, love is in the air, and even the most embittered, thrice-divorced guest can appreciate an open bar!

In the Hook's fourth annual wedding issue, we ask newlyweds what made their big days special, reveal how some well-known locals met their matches, and show that even wedding experts can get thrown for a loop. Plus, you'll learn why one bride got naked right before her big day!

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