‘Mad Men’ Star Engaged to ‘SNL’ Comedian

Talk about a match made in TV heaven – sexy Mad Men star, Elizabeth Moss is ready to tie the knot with the President of the United States (or at least a guy who looks an awful lot like him.). USA Today confirmed the actress’ engagement to Saturday Night Live funnyman, Fred Armisen (who spent most of last year perfecting his impersonation of Barack Obama).

"It happened just a few days ago," Moss admitted. "It's private, so I don't want to share the details of how it happened, but I will say it was perfect."

Photo: Courtesy of AMC

WeddingChannel.com on 'The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet'

CWB’s very own Deputy Editor, Summer Krecke, made a guest appearance on FOX's The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet today. Summer took a break from bringing you breaking celebrity wedding news to dish on the latest trends for your fabulous bridesmaids. (Doesn’t she look amazing!) Check out the video!

Update: Lost Gifts Returned to Bride and Groom!

Earlier this week, we told you about David Fitzhenry and Christine Herrick, the New York newlyweds who lost their wedding gifts after their cab sped off with them still in the trunk. Happily, the crisis has been averted, thanks in part the the couple's quick-thinking fam, who immediately starting raising hell with the NYC Taxi Cab Commission while the couple enjoyed their honeymoon vacation in Mexico.

According to WNBC New York, officials were able to track down the cab based on the picture the couple took in front of the car that showed a unique Pepsi logo it carried on top. Officials confirmed that over 250 cabs in the city carry the same logo, but with the help of the cab's GPS system, they were able to identify the driver and track him down.

Earlier this week, the couple's family learned that the driver in question had dropped the gifts off with the bride and groom's doorman, and all their presents were now waiting for them as soon as they got back from their vacation.

Moral of the story: Wedding gifts are best given before the wedding date, rather than on the night of ceremony. Don't make your favorite bride or groom carry the burden -- they're likely to lose it if given half the chance.

Michelle Obama’s Inaugural Ball Gown

Yesterday was a magical day for Americans. Of course, we could go on-and-on about how historic and moving President Barack Obama’s inauguration was, but, right now we must pause to applaud our new favorite style icon – First Lady Michelle Obama. In the true spirit of change, last night, instead of trusting a famed designer to dress her for the inaugural ball, she picked a gorgeous ivory one-shouldered gown by relatively unknown (until yesterday!) designer Jason Wu. Mrs. Obama knows what works for her body and she’s not afraid to take risks. We’re sure you’ll agree that she looks absolutely stunning from head to toe in this custom silk chiffon gown.

Choosing a gown with a fitted bodice and flared skirt, like the First Lady’s, works well for curvy, pear-shaped, and tall brides. Want this look for your wedding? We found three great gown inspirations fresh from the runways for your consideration:

If You’re a Modern Bride: The silk satin chiffon Rita Gown from Vineyard is a great option for you. Its one-shoulder cap sleeve makes a sexy statement of sophistication and the jewel encrusted brooch, cross-draped bust and low squared back really seal the deal. (Also available in Ivory.)

If You’re a Princess Bride: Try this silk satin one-shoulder ball gown from Priscilla of Boston. It features a hand-pleated drop waist and crystal encrusted blooming silk satin flowers along the bust line. (It can be custom fit for your exact measurements and comes in white also.)

If You’re a Romantic Bride: This lace sheath one-shoulder sheath from Monique Lhullier has a sexy strapless bodice and lots of romantic detailing.

photos by: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images: The Obamas, Tat Leong: Vineyard and Priscilla of Boston gowns, Luke Walker: Monique Lhullier gown

Jezebel Blogger Asks: “Should You Throw Your Ring in a Fight?”

You’re engaged. He loves you. You love him. BUT, now that you have a wedding to plan together and your stress-levels have risen, you’re fighting a lot more than usual. It’s not fun, but hey, it happens. And, when it does, many a woman has been known to hurl her ring at her soon to be hubby for dramatic effect. The thing is, even after you’ve kissed and made up (which nine times out of ten you will), that pricey ring you pretended not to care about as you flung it in spite, isn’t always so easy to locate post-fight.

On Jezebel, a guest-blogging bride-to-be named Tracie writes about tossing her engagement ring down the stairwell in her building during a huge falling out with her fiancé, and the panic that ensued.

“It took us what seemed like forever to find that (bleeping) ring,” Tracie blogs. “It was wedged between the floor and the molding on the wall a few flights below. That was the last time I took it off. After that, I stopped being so dramatic... and he stopped drinking whiskey.”

Now she wants to know if you’d do the same, and if so, are you willing to risk not ever having it again just to make your point? We say “no way” and Tracie regrets it big time.

“I felt like such a bitch after I did that, but was thankful that I threw it in an enclosed place and not out the window or something,” she writes. “My mom told me that her friend threw her engagement ring at her fiancé on a Queens street...and never saw it again. (They've been married for over 30 years now.)”

So, would you, or wouldn’t you? Vote now, and then read up on how to keep all your engagement ring and wedding band safe.

P.S. If you have a engagement ring-throwing horror story to share, we’d LOVE to hear it! (The best ones will be featured in an upcoming feature on WeddingChannel.

Couple Leaves Wedding Gifts in Taxi Trunk After Wedding

When New York couple David Fitzhenry and Christine Herrick hailed a taxi after their wedding reception on Saturday night, the evening was like a dream – a dream that quickly became their worst nightmare. Christine slipped on a patch of ice upon exiting the cab, and as everyone rushed to her aid, the driver pulled off with a large canister filled with their gifts (including money) and keepsakes still sitting in his trunk.

"It was a spectacular wedding. Everybody was so happy and that just put a damper on it,” said Jim Fitzhenry, the groom’s father to the Daily News. "They are very, very upset. These are personal items."

There were actual checks, keepsakes like the cake-cutting-knife, and unopened wedding gifts inside the canister they forget to take with them. The couple didn’t sleep that night and the groom was so stressed out he considered postponing their honeymoon plans.

"I suspect the driver of this cab doesn't know it's in the back of his car," said Fitzhenry.

While the couple headed to Mexico with the hopes of not letting this spoil their honeymoon, their families are working with the city’s Taxi and Limousine Commission to try and track down the lost items.

"We have been in extensive touch with the family, and are, as we speak, employing the new GPS technology system to isolate this ride and find the lost property," Commissioner Matthew Daus told the press.

This just sucks all around! Though it’s always sad to hear about lost or stolen wedding gifts, we should point out that this wedding disaster was totally avoidable. The bride and groom should never be responsible for transporting their own gifts. Assign someone to handle this in advance and have a detailed plan for how your gifts will be transported after the wedding. Wedding etiquette experts all agree that bringing a gift to a wedding is not ideal. Instead, send it ahead of time to a close friend or family member. When it comes to monetary gifts, prearrange for someone to be in charge of transporting it to a safe place like a bank or a hotel safe.

Brides Celebrate Barack Obama’s Inauguration With Wedding Keepsake

If you haven’t already sent a wedding invitation to President-Elect Barack Obama and his wife, soon-to-be First Lady, Michelle Obama, you can still jump onboard this week’s inauguration train by including the 44th president of the United States in your wedding planning. While pickings are slim for Barack-related decorations or wedding favors (though you can still get your Obama lip gloss!), we did manage to find this cute Brides for Obama! wedding planning journal for just $14.99.

Inside, you too can follow in the footsteps of our next great president; documenting the many changes in your life, as well as the your favorite recession-busting methods and high-priced bridal bailouts.

Fergie’s Bridal Party Gifts: Give Your Girls a Stylish Cover-Up

At her gorgeous winery wedding last weekend, Fergie gave out multipurpose-wedding gifts to her bridal party. She gifted each of her bridesmaids with one of these Minnie Rose Ruffle Shawls ($308), available on shopintuition.com. These lovely cashmere wraps kept the girls warm during the chilly ceremony and reception and are definitely a perfect addition to their closets. Fergie, being a total fashionista herself, was kind enough to pick a wedding accessory with style, so her bridesmaids could gets lots of post-wedding use out of them. (Good call, Fergie Ferg!)

Looking for a sexy winter wrap to go with your gorgeous gown? Check out our most recent picks!

Fergie photo: Kevin Mazur/Wire Image

Hot Celebrity Wedding Trends for ’09: Comfort Food

Is it any surprise on a cold, blustery New York day, we’re thinking about yummy goodies to fill our tummies? Thankfully, we’re not the only folks with a weakness for comfort foods.

Behavioral psychologists suggest that when the economy takes a nosedive, people seek out hearty and filling foods since they bring to mind safety and tradition – stars being no exception to the rule. Ellen DeGeneres and Portia Di Rossi served beef sliders at their fall wedding, while Backstreet Boys’ Howie Dorough skipped traditional wedding cake fare and opted for a thick and creamy multi-tiered cheesecake instead.

If neither of these celeb-inspired menu choices rocks your socks, you can always think about other comfort food options for your reception table. We love the mod-cool factor of chowder or chili sliders, mini macaroni and cheeses, and mom’s homemade pie. No matter what you choose, keep in a mind, it only takes a minimal effect (i.e. a small serving – after all everyone’s counting calories these days!) to make a big impression on your guests.

Photo: Sandi Foraci Photography

Fergie’s Bridal Style: Get Her Look

Are you loving Fergie’s rocker-bride style as much as we are right now? Though her two Dolce and Gabbana gowns were one-of-a-kind couture, we fished through our Bridal Fashion Week photo stash to find two gorgeous gowns you’ll love just as much.

If you're into the black and white embroidered detail on Fergie’s train: This gorgeous strapless sheath (left) from Claire Pettibone’s latest Rock ‘n’ Roll Bride Collection makes a true statement using simple black bows and lace detailing.

If you love the curve-hugging silhouette her gown creates:: This sassy trumpet gown with lots of rouching by Vera Wang is equally sexy. If you don’t like the purple sash, switch it out for a black one, or your own signature wedding color.