All That Glitters is Rose Gold

Welcome to 2016! Since our bridal show on January 10th, we have been gushing with excitement over what this year will bring! What better way to kick off the month of love than with some shiny new bridal trends? Our theme in the store this week is all about the Rose Gold and Metallic color schemes and we thought we would share some of these amazing ideas with you.

1. Metallic Trends
We know we aren't the only ones who are obsessing over the gold and silver wedding theme. The little bits of sparkle and shine are a stunning way to liven up your reception venue. You can incorporate this style by adding a glitzy table runner, a sprinkle (or two) of gold to your cake, and delicate tea light candles to your centerpieces. The soft, but snazzy, details will create a whimsical and inviting feel that will have your guests excited to celebrate with you!

2. Bright On
When the sun goes down, the lights go up! Keep the evening from dulling your shine by choosing the best lighting to make those metallic accents sparkle. We love the look of Edison lights for an outdoor reception or a glowing, magnificent chandelier for a grand venue. The right lighting should bring out the warmth in the metallic hues!

3. Glitzy Gold
Our favorite way to embrace Gold is with your wedding ensemble. Some of our favorites include these breathtaking Ian Stuart gowns. Of course you can't forget your bridesmaids, and we are so excited about our new Christina Wu sequined dresses! The metallic and glitzy gold trends are all about being bold and taking risks, so don't be afraid to bring in the shine in other ways too. Adding a gold belt can accentuate the waist line and a bronze bouquet will really set you apart!

Shine with elegant sparkle or be the best BLUSHing bride in one of these stunning couture Ian Stuart gowns!

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Brilliant Bohemian Bridesmaids

Don't look now, but it looks like spring has finally sprung! The sun is shining, birds are chirping, and soon we will see the first colorful blooms begin to sprout. This week we've been focusing on the Boho-Chic theme because it's absolutely perfect for a spring wedding. It's fun, laid back, and often ties in some of the best elements of nature.

A wedding theme that is more relaxed is a breath of fresh air and one of the top trends for boho weddings is the mismatched bridesmaid ensemble. These options are a great way to have fun and flirty dresses to match each of your girls' personalities, while also complimenting you and your theme. Here are some great ways to shake up your wedding party and maintain a chic, coherent look.

Pretty in Prints
Having each bridesmaid wear a different print is an adorable alternative to the normally plain style, as long as you keep some elements to tie them all together. Some ways to do so include having your girls wear the same shoes, doing their hair in the same fashion, or wearing matching pieces of jewelry! You can also have them in the same print, but varying colors. One of the best ways to showcase this option is with lace or floral dresses. You can even add sashes of the same shade to really pull the party's look together. 

Coordinating Colors
Another approach to the mismatched bridesmaids is to play with color. Many designers have dresses with similar bottoms and varying tops, which makes it easy to choose different dresses in the same color that flow together seamlessly. If you want to add a little more of a boho vibe, then choose gowns in the same neutral color with differing lengths and necklines. You can always add fun accessories like hats, flower crowns, and chunky jewelry if you want to take it up a notch!

If you really want to accomplish a unique but chic bridesmaid party, we love the idea of mixing both patterns and colors. A great way to let your girls stand out while maintaining a flawless look is to choose gowns within a similar color pallet like jewel tones or pastels; that way the dresses still compliment each other and no one looks like they don't belong!

Tip: Mixing up colors and patterns are a great tool if you want your maid of honor to stand out in the crowd. Her dress can be the only one with a pattern or the only one with a solid color depending on which combination of styles you choose!

Go Convertible
If mixing colors and patterns isn't your thing, the convertible bridesmaid's dress may be the perfect route! We adore our new selection from Allure Bridesmaids. The versatile design and flowing fabrics means that the possibilities are stunning and endless, giving you and your bridesmaids the freedom to be as conventional or alternative as you like! As an added bonus, your bridesmaids can wear and change their dress again and again. Schedule an appointment to come try on these new trendy dresses; we promise you won't be disappointed!

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