Searches for "how to plan a wedding" have spiked a panicky 500% over the past 7 days. Leading all wedding-related quests is the bridal dress, followed by cakes, invitations, songs, and rings. Other urgent searches include "wedding decor," "bridal registry," and "how to plan a cheap wedding."

That last query comes as no surprise to wedding watchers. According to an Associated Press report, the average cost of a wedding is $28,704. Sounds like a lot of money, but that figure is actually lower than it was the year before. Apparently the intended are combining do-it-yourself craftiness with Web savviness. Here are a few nuptial hints from the Buzz for a "dream day wedding."

With This Ring 
Over the past month, look-ups for "engagement rings" have been twice as popular as "wedding rings" searches. Diamonds took a slight search dip last year compared to 2006, but their popularity is coming back, perhaps thanks in part to black diamonds. Antique engagement rings are enjoying a revival... though not as much as the new fad of "divorce rings" (led by trendsetting ladies in Texas, Oklahoma and Missouri, apparently).

Dual Showers
Yumsugar says more brides don't want to go it alone, hence the rising popularity of couples showers. FitSugar suggests a lawn-games twist for a garden engagement party. Either way, the co-ed approach may please ladies who find the obligatory bridal shower games tiresome...

Packing the bags
Honeymoons usually don't get their due consideration until it is too late. Inclusive resorts may not be for everyone, but this guide can help you decide. Brides.com's "Top Ten Eco-Honeymoon Resorts" presents an itinerary that combines romance with environmental sensitivity. As for whom to pay, the Wall Street Journal exposes which registries are trying to weasel a chunk of change from guests.

Other wedding tips that have spiked in the Buzz
• This CasaSugar interview ran in April, but a photographer's insider tips will help your wedding day all the more memorable.
• Mashables evaluated a start-up called The Man Registry. Wasn't that called The Sharper Image back in the day?
• BuzzSugar suggests asking people to recommend wedding songs on the guest response cards. A brilliant political move... but beware of 10 recommendations for "I Will Survive."