'Millionaire Matchmaker' Patti Stanger’s Wedding Day Details

She’s sent countless rich and beautiful (not to mention head over heels in love!) couples down the aisle. Now Patti Stanger of Bravo’s The Millionaire Matchmaker is taking her very own trip to the altar. We got the chance to talk to Patti and discuss her wedding planning: What wedding day details she’s splurging on, how she plans to prep for her big day and what advice she can offer other blushing brides. Read on to get the scoop!

After receiving a huge, heart shaped diamond ring from longtime boyfriend and real estate executive, Andy Friedman -- Patti is smack in the middle of wedding planning. The reality star admits that wedding prep tends to be even more stressful than her day job. I’m sure that the brides on WeddingChannel.com can agree! If it were up to Patti she would opt to elope or have an intimate destination wedding, but her fiancé has a different vision – and it involves a 500 guest count affair. “Opposites attract,” Patti points out. So they’re practicing what she believes to be two keys to any relationship: communication and compromise. (Anyone who’s seen the show knows what the outspoken star thinks is equally important!)

To meet in the middle, the two are considering these venue options: A local, beachside California hotel, or a casual backyard ceremony (they’re currently house-hunting so why not?). For her wedding décor, Stanger’s channeling the art deco style of interior designer Kelly Wearstler and featuring a black-and-white color theme, accented with pink roses. She also plans on incorporating beach-y elements like orchids, dolphins, and even kissing fish in glass vase centerpieces. Her biggest splurge? Chair covers!

Taking a cue from Alyssa Milano, this bride is serving up family-style meals. “We love to eat!” she says. Though despite their love for great food (I’m sure we all can relate!), Patti has successfully lost 20 pounds by making careful meal choices and making sure to pack healthy snacks when she’s on the go (think apples or carrots). We asked Patti if she had any nutritional advice to offer for our WeddingChannel.com brides looking to lose weight and she suggested pureeing veggies. Carrot soup or beet juice are both filling and low on calories. (Psst...if you are looking to drop a dress size before your big day check out our free fitness program with celeb fitness trainer, Marco Borges!)

With her hot décor ideas (and new body!), how could Patti settle on anything less than a hot designer dress? We’ve got the lowdown on this reality-TV star’s dream dress. Check back next week to find out!

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