Veils and Accessories
Beautiful Birdcage Veils
Not sure what type of wedding accessory you should have while walking down the aisle? Consider sporting a beautiful birdcage veil! This unique wedding accessory would sure be a fashion statement and a glamorous addition to your wedding gown. Browse through the images below and you will see how great a birdcage veil compliments wedding attire! Don’t forget to pin your faves.
Unconventional Brides
For all you brides out there walking the unbeaten path of wedding fashion searching for a bit of inspiration, today's post is tailored just for you. Last week while doing research for Options: Alternative Bouquets, I ran across a truly awesome Etsy shop for brides definitely planning a wedding and look outside the box. Featuring mostly a fusion of Goth Victorian and Steampunk, Tel Aviv-based jewelry designer, Talila Korolker of Unconventional Brides has zeroed in on an incredible...
Gorgeous and Breathtaking Brooches
Whether you are wearing your hair up or down - a brooch can be added to any wedding hairstyle. Just browse through the beautiful brooches below and you may find yourself inspired to add a little bling to your wedding day hair. I mean they are absolutely stunning! Don't forget to add your faves to your ideabook!
Spectacular Vintage
The coming of Spring is always a treat especially in the bridal industry when sheer fabrics and florals are everywhere. Spring 2015 bridal accessories from Salt Lake City based designer Dani Hagemeister of Danani are nothing short of absolutely spectacular! Specializing in head chic from bygone eras, I'm adoring her flapper veils crowned with florals, delicate laces and plumes! Just the right top-off for a pretty Boho gown...
Unveiled
The classic veil may very well be gorgeous and the ultimate accessory in topping off a bride's look, but before making that big decision - let's look at some other options. It's no secret brides have been ditching the veil and going for special touches like cocktail hats, fresh flowers and jewels in their hair. The idea is to bring out the you that feels best--if you’d rather wear a feathered cloche down the aisle and it pairs up nicely with your gown, go for it. Don't forget to pin...
Timeless & Elegant Juliet Cap Veils
A timeless classic every vintage bride should look into is the beautiful Juliet Cap Veil. This veil became extremely popular in the 1920’s and 30’s and now the veil in making a comeback. The piece itself can be worn with any bridal style from romantic to vintage or elegant to simple. Even Super model Kate Moss’s wore a lace cap veil on her wedding day! Look through the stunning veils below and don’t forget to pin your faves!
Elegant and Dreamy Wedding Trains
As you are looking for your perfect wedding dress, there is another aspect to consider: the train. Whether you want the length of your train to be long or short, dramatic or simple, there are many sizes and designs to choose from. You can go with a sweep train for comfort and dancing the night away or a cathedral train for your fairytale wedding. Here are a few ideas to inspire you when you are searching for your ideal train. Don't forget to pin your faves!
Get The Look At Any Budget: Capelets & Coverups
Bridal capelets lend a classy and romantic look to any wedding occassion. Whether they dress up an otherwise understated gown or help keep off the chill in a late fall or winter wedding, cover ups are amazing options. Browse below to see how you can get these accessories at four different budget points, and be sure to pin your favorite looks! For the Beautiful and on a Budget Bride (Priced under $75) For the Cost Conscious and Chic Bride (Priced between $75-$150) ...
Bride Chic’s Trend Watch: Vintage Mashup
I've been wanting to post about this awesome subject for the longest time. Imagine wearing bits and pieces of bygone eras all in one look I'm remembering a Prairie Revival dress from the 1970s that I wanted to pair up with a sparkly 1920s headband. I knew it was a look that would work despite the juxtapose . Totally trending and surprisingly chic is mash up vintage. Take a look below at some incredible mash up formulas. You don't need to study costume to get how this style savvy...
Stalking The Look Books: Marisol Aparicio
As far as indie designers go, the mother/daughter design duo creating under the name Marisol Aparicio has to be hands down one of my top faves. Specialing in artisian accessories and some of the most gorgeous dresses I've ever laid eyes on, each piece is hand-crafted and made by someone in the family. Here it is to enjoy, the 2015 pieces of the Marisol Aparicio collection! Be sure to add your favorites to your Ideabooks!
Old Hollywood Glam Styled Shoot
This photo-shoot was inspired by a mutual love of Old Hollywood Glamour. The historic Ragland Mansion in Petersburg, Virginia was the backdrop for the shoot. This elegant antebellum Italianate built in the 1850’s later became home to the family of Joseph Cotton the American film, stage and television actor, and is Petersburg’s best kept secret. Hair and makeup styling was inspired by the film actress Rita Hayworth. Dayna Cobb Makeup Design transformed the beautiful model, Kelsey...
Bride Chic’s Trend Watch: The Floral Wreath
Brides who love the idea of going unveiled can opt to go all out romantic by topping off with a band interwoven with fresh flowers, foliage and in some cases ribbons. Florists can put these together either with fresh, artificial, or dried flowers. I wore a wreath of dried flowers on my wedding day with a swirl of tulle veil. The look is incredibly romantic. Below is a medley of some of my own faves that I hope can inspire you along in creating your bridal look! Take a look and...
Bride Chic’s Trend Watch: Beautiful Dots
There's something just so stunning about dots on tulle, cotton, chiffon or just about any lightweight fabric that ripples in the breeze. Have you noticed dots have regained popularity recently? As a heavier weave, dotted Swiss is typically cotton. On fine mesh or tulle it is commonly known as Point d'esprit. I have to say though it's not only wedding dresses that have my heart with this summery fabric, dots are also really lovely as veils and netting for hats. What is your...
Vintage Inspired Veils
I found these lovely vintage-inspired veils on a group board on Pinterest. I in turn of course asked the curator of the board if I could join the pinning. Nikki Mc Lendon of Rose Red Bridal Designs hails from from Anchorage, Alaska. She handcrafts veils and various head chic as well as sashes and bridesmaid accessories. I was blown away by the simplicity and purity of these particular tulle veils with beautiful laces and the finest materials! My faves are the drop veils or ...
Small Veils for Fashionistas
Though nothing says 'bride' more than a long, flowing veil, you have to admit small veils have that certain cachet that belongs to the fashion savvy bride. From shorter poufs, fly-aways, and birdcages, the smaller veil is practical, chic and easy to manage. You can wear one from ceremony to reception without a change. Below are just a few that caught my eye. Are you planning to wear a short veil? Comment below to tell us what kind you love!
A Vineyard Wedding for the Vintage Bride
Prepare to be inspired, vintage brides, since we have an amazing styled shoot for you to fawn over! JSF DESIGN INC styled a fantastic wedding in a Santa Barbara vineyard complete with a crystal chandelier, gorgeous florals, and a stunning bride. The bride's dresses, accessories and makeup will knock you off your feet they are so beautiful. This styled shoot's visionary details are sure to spark your own vintage creativity, so make sure to Ideabook your favorite inspiration for...
10 Gowns That Say Spring Perfect!
These few weeks right before Easter mark the inevitable "Spring has Sprung" cliche, but what a perfect time for weddings! What I love so much about spring is the new life it represents in the beautifully changing landscape. Spring bridal styles blend in seamlessly with this backdrop using floral head wreaths and flower applique on wedding gowns. Here are some of my fave spring looks. Can you find yours? Comment below with your top picks!
10 Accessory Finds for Spring
Spring has sprung! Time to check out some fantastic fashion paraphernalia that will jazz up your bridal look and pull it all together. From shoes to headpieces, browse below for some of the best accessories hitting the bridal market this spring!
Bohemian Beauties from Made with Love
There's a new indie designer on the block that's making waves in the bridal industry and is definitely one to watch. Although only in business since April 2013, Made with Love is an online boutique based in the Gold Coast and Sydney, Australia with gorgeous bohemian gowns and bridal accessories to die for! Founder and designer Carla started the company because she couldn't find "the one" when she was dress shopping for her own wedding, and the result is unique, individualized wedding...
2014 Looks for the Alternative Bride
What do indie designers have in store for 2014? Offbeat dresses and head chic you will adore! If you're looking for that dress or accessory with a twist of cutting edge, a hint of costume or vintage chic, stop by Etsy rather than the bi-yearly NY Bridal Markets. Artisans found on this mega site for the creative have the freedom as well as time to explore more inspiring options simply because they produce smaller lines. Below are some trends emerging on Etsy that I just love. Comment...
Old World Bling
If you've been following my Friday posts here on OneWed for any length of time, you may have noticed I rarely post anything about bling. Truth is, glitz and glitter have to really be spectacular to catch my eye. Enter Tel Aviv designer, Alin Yerushalmi. Perusing her drop dead gorgeous baubles, I'm swooning over how great they'd pair up with those lean-lined white lace gowns trending in all the 2014 collections. The old-world pieces found in Alin's Etsy Shop have that "Tsarina...
5 Trends Beloved by Bride Chic in 2013
2013 bridal fashion proved to be anything but boring, and I'm excited to share with you my 5 favorite fashion trends from this last year. The release of The Great Gatsby in May and the ongoing Downton Abbey series inspired designers to craft gowns in the spirit of the early 20th Century. Also on the vintage front, mash-ups of bygone eras continued in the on-trend combination of accessories from different decades culminating in an overall bridal look. Modern and naturally...
The New Year’s Eve Bride
New Year's Eve is the only night of the year when almost the entire world is celebrating the same thing together. What better way to start off your marriage than including your wedding night as part of the celebrations? If you are a New Year's Eve bride, we have found the perfect gowns and accessories to make your night sparkle and shine as bright as any New Year's Eve party. Mix in sequins as a beautiful way to shimmer in the spotlight, or choose a glittery gown to light up the...
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