Manhattan Weddings

See photos of fantasy New York weddings at the top of the Empire State Building on Valentine's Day.

Our gay wedding album captures some of the happy same-sex couples who got married on July 24, 2011, the first official day of legal gay marriage in New York City.

Now that gay marriage is a reality in New York, many a Gotham couple-member is seeking that perfect setting for inviting their partner to the altar. Fortunately, New York City is hyper-loaded with unique and uniquely romantic proposal options for would-be gay newlyweds. Find some of the best here, from the tried and true to the totally unexpected.

With the historic signing of New York's Marriage Equality Act into law on June 24, 2011, gay marriage is set to become a booming reality in the Big Apple, for both locals and visitors alike. Here are the basics you need to know about tying the gay knot in NYC.

Have a full schedule of New York weddings this season? Read our tips on the proper New York wedding guest etiquette to ensure you wear the right thing and bring the right gift.

Wedding expert Elise Mac Adam offers wedding planning tips and wedding etiquette advice for New York brides.

Thinking about popping the question? Make it a memorable New York City proposal at one of Brides New York's top ten proposal spots in New York City.

Plan the New York wedding of your dreams with these great vendor directories, interactive planning tools, and other resources for New York City brides and grooms.

Ready to tie the knot? Find out how to get married in New York City -- from how to get your marriage license to planning the ceremony and reception.