I do, Minnesota-style

The local movement is taking a trip down the aisle as more brides are opting for weddings with hometown flair.

April 25, 2012 at 2:19PM
<h3>MADE IN MINNESOTA</h3> <p>There is no formula for the perfect wedding. But for local brides-to-be who want to tap into the trends this spring and summer, pretty much anything goes, including late-night snacks to satisfy your guests' post-boogie cravings, pie instead of cake, and expressions of love for our land of 10,000 lakes. This year's most popular aisle trends marry tradition with a big pop of personality. From quirky wedding themes and personalized everything to the top new color schem
MADE IN MINNESOTA There is no formula for the perfect wedding. But for local brides-to-be who want to tap into the trends this spring and summer, pretty much anything goes, including late-night snacks to satisfy your guests' post-boogie cravings, pie instead of cake, and expressions of love for our land of 10,000 lakes. This year's most popular aisle trends marry tradition with a big pop of personality. From quirky wedding themes and personalized everything to the top new color schemes, here are the local wedding trends you need to know about. In this photo: Bryan and Kate Dahl of Minneapolis wanted a destination-style wedding close to home. The couple opted for a rustic, yet elegant celebration at Lutsen Lodge on Lake Superior on Sept. 4, 2011. (Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

There is no formula for the perfect wedding. But for local brides-to-be who want to tap into the trends this spring and summer, pretty much anything goes, including late-night snacks to satisfy your guests' post-boogie cravings, pie instead of cake, and expressions of love for our land of 10,000 lakes. This year's most popular aisle trends marry tradition with a big pop of personality. From quirky wedding themes and personalized everything to the top new color schemes, here are the local wedding trends you need to know about.

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