What NOT to Wear for MOBs and MOGs
Few bloggers and fewer brides have dared broach the subject... because the mere thought of a sit-down with the soon-to-be MIL about the do's and don'ts of wedding day fashion makes even the boldest bride recoil. But let’s be honest. You want your mom and soon-to-be MIL looking a certain way at the wedding, just as you want each and every detail to be picture perfect. Some moms love fashion and others don’t have a clue, but every mom prepping to walk her child down the aisle...
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Chanel, Lanvin, Dior: Great Bridal Designers, Then and Now
About Bride Chic How do the top design houses of Paris keep their signature look going long after founders like Dior, Chanel and Lanvin have passed on? Pioneers (and now Icons), all three of the above mentioned, have become a brand with head designers like Lagerfeld and Galliano (just fired) carrying on the tradition. Dior is synonymous with reinventing the ball gown and punctuating a women's figure into a perfect hourglass; Chanel, slim silhouettes in easy going jersey silks that...
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Wedding Dress Inspiration: Elie Saab Gowns with Waist-Cinching Belts and Daring Slits
It's no secret that I'm pretty much obsessed with bridal designer Elie Saab. His wedding dresses and red carpet gowns never disappoint! So this time of year (when fab designers like Saab are showing their latest RTW collections in New York, Paris and Milan) is a favorite time of year for me! The latest Elie Saab collection is all about daring slits, waist-cinching belts and featherlight fabrics that float graciously as you walk. And if you love the 'mad for metallics' 2011 wedding...
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Bridal Style Inspiration: Whimsical White Dresses by Alexander McQueen
Check out all the lovely that strutted down Alexander McQueen's 2011 RTW runway! If I was engaged, planning a winter wedding, and looking for the perfect wedding dress, I'd be beyond inspired by this whimsical collection. The embellishments (feathers, metallic studs, fur, zippers) are to-die-for, and the texture... breathtaking! And because I simply couldn't help myself... I included a few gorgeous looks from YSL and Collette Dinnigan, too. Enjoy!
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New Wedding Dress Designer to Swoon For- Ivy and Aster
Ivy & Aster designs drool-worthy wedding dresses, cocktail frocks, and super chic bridal accessories that are fresh, feminine and flirty. There are simple, chic wedding dresses perfect for a beach wedding, and soft, ruffle-adorned gowns perfect for our romantic brides. Ivy & Aster also offers a whole section of LWDs (little white dresses), and these frocks are gorgeous for your wedding reception! And the best is yet to come... because the bridal accessories (including boleros and...
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Custom Wedding Dresses on Etsy- Romantic, Retro, Modern and More!
Sure, we've got over 3,500 designer creations in our wedding dresses style gallery, and one could get lost for hours pouring over the whimsical ball gowns, sleek silky mermaids and classic a-lines. But not every girl loves designer fashion, and not every bride dreams of a designer wedding dress by Vera Wang or Monique Lhuillier... That's why we're always on the lookout for the latest and greatest wedding dresses. And we love the unique, handmade finds available on Etsy. Here are 5...
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Lovely 2011 Bridesmaids Dresses from Love by Enzoani!
If you want to choose bridesmaids' dresses that your 'maids will actually love, the 2011 dresses from Love by Enzoani are just the ticket! The short cocktail frocks in the Love collection are chic, modern, and figure-flattering. Each dress has an extra special touch, like a jeweled brooch at the waist, beaded detailing on the sleeve, or smart pleating throughout the bodice. I adore the shimmery grey lace number above (style C43)! This dress could work for almost any occasion. And...
Help Me Rent The Runway For An Early Fall Wedding! Which Dress Should I Choose?
I have a wedding coming up on September 4th, and have decided to rent my dress from Rent The Runway. I have more cocktail dresses than I know what to do with, and for the most part, wear each dress only once or twice. So instead of spending $300 on another new dress, I’m renting a designer frock that I couldn’t afford to buy. I absolutely love this concept! But… with so many fabulous dresses to choose from, I’m having trouble making a decision. So I need your help! A...
Bride Chic: Wedding Dresses, The Future Is Here
About Bride Chic In fashion speak, which is light years ahead of ordinary time, we're looking at Fall 2010. So when I ask, "what did you think of 2010?" simply take a look at these images. If you're a fashion student or junkie of couture you probably look to Paris to find the real haute couture going on in fashion, including looks for bridal. If you're new to bridal fashion, I''ll admit, these look a bit extreme but the Paris designers typically play with and throw out certain...
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Wedding Dresses To Die For: Go Flirty With A Baby Doll Silhouette!
Depending on who you ask or where you look, you’ll find different names and descriptions for the various wedding dress silhouettes. I still remember when I first mastered what an "A-line" dress was... And then all of a sudden, I started seeing modified A-line, what looked like A-line but was called something else, and everything in between. Needless to say, my head was spinning! Enter, our fab designer wedding dress gallery! You'll notice that you can search for your dream...
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