Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo celebrated their upcoming nuptials this past Sunday at the London Hotel in West Hollywood with an extravagant and unforgettable wedding shower, according to People. The couple and their friends and family seemed excited about their wedding as they took in the amazing views and delicious food from chef Gordon Ramsay’s kitchen within the hotel.  The party had both a laid back and sophisticated atmosphere where all the guests were able to enjoy themselves and have a great time.

What are some reasons to have a wedding shower before your nuptials?
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Two vampires were seen in Paris walking in daylight Tuesday.  According to UsMagazine.com, stars of the CW show Vampire Diaries Ian Somerhalder and Nina Dobrev held hands while walking around the streets of the city of love.  Despite their vacation, the two have yet to come out and admit they’re dating.  “We expected the rumors.  Like, if I wasn’t dating Ian, I’d be dating Paul [Wesley],” Dobrev said in April’s Teen Vogue.  “A lot of people who work together end up dating, so it wouldn’t be unusual, but I’ve never dated anyone I’ve worked with.”

How do you make dating a coworker less risky?

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By High Yield Hottie

Ever thrown a drink in a man’s face because he said something piggish?  I have (and highly recommend it).  However, while recently out to dinner with a male friend – let’s call him Master Key – I curbed my natural reflex and listened to what he had to say.  As we cocktailed, our conversation turned to how many intimate partners were acceptable for men and women in this day and age.  Master Key crudely summed it up as follows:

“It’s a key/lock situation.  Well, a man is naturally the key.  The woman is the lock.  A key that opens many different locks is an amazing key.  But a lock that is opened by many different keys isn’t worth anything at all.”

Cue my desire to give him a martini facial and poke his eyes out with the plastic olive skewer.

Yet despite my disgust for his sexist point of view, he has a point.  While women have been tirelessly shattering glass ceilings and income bracket double standards professionally, there’s one area where the double standard seems to persist, and that’s in dating.  Even as adult women, in the eyes of many men (and women, too), we’re still held to the binary categorization of “slut” or “nice girl.”  So what’s a gal like you to do with this infuriating double standard?  Take a cue from some of our celebrity friends and choose to own it, call it out, hide it or accept it.

…To see which celebs fit each category, click here.

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For all you Bachelor and Bachelorette fans that need more than just watching Ashley Hebert every Monday night, check out season 4 Bachelorette winner Jesse Csincsak on RTVZone.com as he hosts a new weekly webisode series called The Bachelorette Beatdown.  Csincsak will be joined weekly by a panel of five to 10 former cast members from different Bachelor and Bachelorette seasons that will dish on the love and drama surrounding the current season of ABC’s The Bachelorette and the franchise in general.

Viewers may watch the show by visiting RTVZone.com and clicking WATCH LIVE on the main page.  On demand viewing will be available within a few hours of airing.  The program will also feature live video and interaction amongst the panel, who will occasionally take viewer questions from Twitter, chat and video mail.

Be sure to check it out the first episode tonight, May 31 at 7 p.m. EST, submit your questions via Twitter (@RTVZone) and share your thoughts about Jesse’s Bachelorette Beatdown series with us below.  Happy watching!

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Kris Humphries proposed to Kim Kardashian in her Beverly Hills home on May 18^th.  After six months of dating, the New Jersey Nets forward waited in Kim Kardashian’s bedroom and took her by surprise when she came home to find him on one knee with the words “Will You Marry Me?” written in rose petals.  She was completely surprised.  “I was in such shock.  I never thought it would happen at home, and I never thought now.”  According to People, Kris Humphries popped the question with a classically stunning custom-designed, 20.5-carat Lorraine Schwartz diamond sparkler because he wanted the ring to be big.  Congratulations to the happy couple!

What are the benefits of proposing at home?

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Betrayal has definitely been a popular topic in the media the past couple of weeks, and now another person affected by the Arnold Schwarzenegger affair has decided to speak out.  Rogelio Baena, ex-husband of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s mistress, Mildred Baena, had something to say.  Baena was just as shocked about the affair as Maria Shriver was, and to make things worse, up until a week ago Rogelio assumed that Mildred’s son was in fact his biological son, according to People.  Rogelio decided to speak out about the betrayal he faced on Entertainment Tonight, and how he had considered Arnold Schwarzenegger, who employed his wife Mildred or ‘Patty’ for 20 years, a ‘hero’.  Looks like Rogelio no longer feels the same way.

If you’re betrayed by your partner, how do you move on?

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A marriage counselor, Ava (Mandy Moore) is thrown for a loop when her parents decide to get a divorce in Love, Wedding, Marriage, which hits theatres June 3rd.  Ava, who has recently married Charlie (Kellan Lutz), is now questioning everything for which her marriage stands.  To counter that feeling, she decides to get her parents back together by moving her father in with her and her new husband, much to Charlie’s dismay.  Through laughs and tears, this family finds a way to make it work despite all the emotional struggles they’re going through.

Pippa Middleton and her boyfriend of one year, Alex Loudon, left London on Friday to spend the weekend at her parent’s home in the countryside. An insider told UsMagazine.com that Middleton spent her Friday afternoon in a short business meeting.  Loudon picked her up in the early evening and they headed for her parent’s house.  “Soon it will be Pippa’s time to shine,” a source said.

When is it time to introduce your partner to your parents?

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Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie has babies on the mind, reports People.  When asked about starting a family with her husband Josh Duhamel, the singer replied, ” Oh yeah, of course.  Not right this second.  [I’m] not pregnant, for the record.  But, yeah.”  Fergie, who is taking a break from the Black Eyed Peas as her bandmates work on solo projects, is glad to be “getting more of that personal time.  Josh and I have gotten to spend a lot more time together this year than other years, which is great.”

How do you know it’s time to start building a family with your partner?

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Katy Perry’s hectic Japan touring schedule was interrupted on Saturday, reports E! Online.  The Teenage Dream singer was distraught when news came that her newlywed husband Russell Brand had been deported.  Perry took to her Twitter account to share the news.  ” So…my husband just got deported from Japan.  I am so. sad,” tweeted Perry.  “I brought him all this way to show him my favorite place.”  Brand was deported due to criminal incidents that occurred over 10 years ago.  Brand, however, did not seem too upset.  The comedian-turned-actor also took to his Twitter, exclaiming, “Stockholm syndrome kicking in.  Just asked my guard out for (vegetarian) sushi.  He giggled.”

What do you do if your partner has a prior criminal background?

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By Terri Orbuch PhD, The Love Doctorâ„¢

As a researcher and psychologist who’s been studying marriage and divorce for more than 25 years, I’m interested in the motivations of men who seem to “have it all” and then throw it all away, facing public humiliation in the aftermath and subjecting their families to the same.

Here are five ways to understand why men like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tiger Woods and John Edwards risk it all to have an affair:

1. The illusion of invulnerability. Often, powerful men have affairs because they think they won’t get caught.  And even if they do, they believe they won’t get in trouble because they have the resources to cover it up.  These men often don’t worry about the long-term effects of their actions on others, only the short-term gains for themselves.

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Rules of Engagement actress and Jenny Craig spokeswoman Sara Rue put her new hot body to use in a wedding dress recently and could not be happier.  “I feel so lucky to have found someone as kind, funny and smart as Kevin (Price),” she recently gushed in UsMagazine.com. The two wed Saturday in a beach-themed affair, held at the Bel Air Bay Club in Malibu.  The guest list was small, only 112 total for this “small and intimate” affair (according to wedding planner Rachel Hollis).  “One of the first things Sara ever told me was that she was obsessed with butterflies and hummingbirds,” Hollis spoke of the reception.  “She loves specifically hummingbirds.  She had this idea of a vintage inspired garden party and it evolved from there.”

What are some ways to make your wedding reception unique?

…the story continues here.

Looks like love may be in the air for newly single Blake Lively and Leonardo DiCaprio.  DiCaprio, who just ended his 5-year relationship with Bar Rafaeli and Lively, who split from Penn Badgley in late 2010, were spotted together in Italy this past Sunday, according to UsMagazine.com. It seems that the two wasted no time in getting to know each other on a cute, romantic getaway.  Talk about starting off a relationship in a unique way!

How do you start off your relationship in an unforgettable way?

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By Dr. Judy Kuriansky

After 25 years of marriage to Maria Shriver, Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed that he had been hiding a love child from the public.  Arnold’s behavior is a serious insult – and the ultimate betrayal – to Maria, especially having this affair in her household and keeping it a secret for so long.

It will take a long time for Maria to rebuild trust in any relationship, and we now have a deeper understanding of her request on the web.  Uncertain transitions in life can be traumatic.  As stated in a video shared on YouTube, Maria says, “As you know, transitions are not easy.  I’d love to get your advice on how you’ve handled transitions in your own life.  It’s so stressful to not know what you’re doing next.  People ask you what are you doing and then they can’t believe that you don’t know what you’re doing.”

Maria is reaching out to others for advice on how to transition to the next phase of her life.  For many women, Maria’s outreach is reassuring.  For a public figure to express that her future is unknown is both a positive and comforting example for those experiencing similar turmoil.  Maria now has the opportunity to stand for the empowerment of women by respecting herself, having a high self-esteem, trusting her independence and not tolerating bad behavior.

Dr. Judy Kuriansky is a world renowned radio advice host, clinical psychologist, certified sex therapist, popular lecturer, newspaper columnist, author of many books, including The Complete Idiot’s Guide ® to a Healthy Relationship and saw Arnold and Maria’s love bloom firsthand at their engagement party.  To help Maria and women everywhere, she has offered three suggestions to handle transitions in life:

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By Loren DeLand

A sports enthusiast and former ESPN anchor, Joe has spent the majority of his career entertaining male audiences.  When the work day ends, however, he heads home to a wife and four daughters.  Needless to say, he has learned a thing or two about how to make women happy, and is now sharing this precious advice in 150 Secrets to a Happy Wife.  Both comedic and touching, this book is a must-read for all couples looking to share a laugh and better understand one another.

We had the privilege of interviewing Joe via about his new book last month.  Here’s what he had to say:

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A wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and Michael Bublé may get to experience it twice.  The crooner recently married Luisana Loreley Lopilato de la Torre, and the lucky bride may head down the aisle once again.  Roughly a month and a half ago, the pair wed in Buenos Aires where Torre’s family is located, according to E! Online.  Bublé’s reps confirm there will be no second wedding, yet rumor has it that a second wedding will take place for his family in Canada.  Reps do confirm, however, that there will be a reception for those who could not make it to their ceremony.  The newlywed will then venture off to Italy before Bublé’s big tour.

How can you celebrate your wedding with family from two parts of the world?

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It looks like the engagement between Ginnifer Goodwin and her fiancé Joey Kern is off, sources tell People.  Goodwin, a former star of the HBO series Big Love, apparently split from the Super Troopers actor a few weeks ago.  The duo had been engaged since December after being introduced to each other by a mutual friend.

When is it time to break up?

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Want to pack all the activities of a week-long trip into an entire weekend?  If so, check out WeekendDating.com, which is hosting a trip to Club Getaway in Kent, CT, just two hours away from New York City.  This Memorial Day weekend you can be adventurous and go ziplining or just relax with a sophisticated wine tasting.  No matter what your interest is, a weekend at Club Getaway will ensure you have an awesome time while also meeting singles…or at the very least, a nice view of the lake.

Who: WeekendDating.com

What: A Club Getaway Weekend

Where: Club Getaway
59 South Kent Rd.
Kent, CT 06757

When: Friday, May 27 to Monday, May 30

Cost: $449

By Brea Gunn

Most women dream not only about their wedding, but also about the wedding night.  That’s right.  We girls have the entire experience planned out from the minute that we wake up on that special day to the moment that we put on that slinky babydoll.  What we often don’t realize is that there are a number of things that are sure to ruin the experience.  Here are some things to avoid:

1. Excessive drinking: I shouldn’t need to explain why this would be a problem, but in case you need a refresher: do you really want to be tired, lethargic and possibly not remember your wedding night?  Didn’t think so.  Have a talk with your groom before the wedding about what you both feel is appropriate so that the celebration doesn’t get out of hand.

2. Hunger: No one feels very romantic when they’re starving.  So EAT!  That’s right.  Eat.  If you can’t breathe in your wedding dress, be sure that your ‘going away’ garb has a little extra expanding room.  If you can’t eat at your reception, ask that a fruit, cheese or combination be brought to your changing room.

…What else should you avoid on your wedding night? Click here to read more.

There appears to be some debate as to what the deal is between Brad Womack and fiancée Emily Maynard.  Three sources confirmed in the most recent UsMagazine.com that the couple broke up two weeks ago and that the star of The Bachelor has been drunk dialing Maynard.  “Brad and Emily are over, and Brad keeps drunk-dialing her,” one insider said.  “Brad is such a loser.”  A friend close to the couple, on the other hand, says that the couple is still together and engaged.  “They are on and off, but there is a lot of love there.  This is just a rough patch,” the friend said.  A third source said that the 25-year old single mother couldn’t handle the long distance relationship and ended things after heading to Texas to smooth things over.

What are some ways to handle an obsessed ex-partner?

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Lately, the news has been filled with the tragic separation of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver after a long-kept secret surfaced that the former governor of California fathered a child with Mildred Patricia Baena, a housekeeper and assistant in the family home.  This shocking affair, however, also may have resulted in a divorce between Mildred Baena and her former husband, Rogelio de Jesus Baena.  The couple split in 2008 over “irreconcilable differences.”  According to People, contrary to the birth certificate that identifies Rogelio as the father, the divorce documents between the Baenas do not mention any minor children.

How do you get over the trauma of an affair?

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LeAnn Rimes and new husband Eddie Cibrian were anything, but shy at an NBC upfront bash at Del Posto in NYC last week.  According to UsMagazine.com, the newlyweds were indulging in some major PDA at the party.  They were apparently “making out in the middle of [everything],” said a source.  The source explained by saying that Rimes was “making a compete scene and holding up her camera as they are making out so she [could] take pictures of them making out — it was unreal.”

Is there such a thing as too much PDA?

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When The Office‘s Jenna Fischer became an aunt, she said, “I already wanted kids, but even more so now.”  Well, it looks like that wish is coming true.  Fischer and husband Lee Kirk are expecting their first child, according to People.  The cute couple were engaged in 2009 while vacationing in Europe and tied the knot last July with Survivor‘s Jeff Probst officiating the ceremony.  Now Fischer can follow in her TV character Pam’s footsteps and become a mother to her own child!

What are some ways to prepare your relationship for a baby?

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Talk about a romantic honeymoon!  Newlyweds Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton who tied the knot this past Saturday have been updating us via Twitter about their fun getaway, according to E! Online.  The two decided to go bass fishing for their honeymoon instead of the traditional island getaway.  Lambert certainly isn’t hiding her excitement about the recent wedding either, as she tweeted “Mrs Shelton here! Winning!!!!!” in true Charlie Sheen fashion. Plus, she accompanied her tweet with a picture of the bass she caught. It seems like she is most certainly is “winning” on her honeymoon!

How do you decide where to go and what to do on your honeymoon?

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