Archive for the ‘Bridesmaid Dresses’ Category

Hello Real Weddings Magazine  brides!

Let’s take a quick break from the gorgeous bridal gowns we’ve been posting as of late and take a look at some new styles for your fabulous bridesmaids.

We recently discovered a new name in the wedding biz, Caroline Long, a talented gal offering a gorgeous line of bridesmaid dresses on her Web site, carolinelongltd.com.

Here’s what I love most about Caroline’s dresses…the mix-match quality to her designs. She offers a variety of fun silhouettes in just about every color imaginable and a few matching prints.

Here’s an opportunity to give your girls some options, start with a color of your choice and let them pick the style that best fits their body and taste. Check out her “happily ever after” link on the Web site to see bridesmaids modeling different styles in the same color side by side.

This edition, we’re going to spotlight not only some of her gorgeous dresses — yes, she’s giving new meaning to the words “a bridesmaid dress you can actually wear again!” — but also some of our favorite two-piece ensembles from Caroline, perfect for the bride and her maids who favor a two-tone look.

Let the runway show begin!

Barbados Top & Hyde Park Short Skirt

This sleeveless tank is Silk and Stretch Silk Charmeuse with a self belt that feeds through threaded belt loops. The short, drop waist skirt comes in the same fabric mix and is fitted at the hips with a flare hem. Both pieces come in a matte or shiny finish.

Paris Top & Belize Skirt

Also a Silk and Stretch Silk Charmeuse mix, this stylish, bustier top has a petite ruffle trim. The high waist, band skirt has a pleated front and self belt. Available in matte or shiny finish.

Sugarland Top and St. Kitts Skirt

This spaghetti tank with adjustable straps is similarly made of Silk and Stretch Silk Charmeuse. The wrap around skirt has a ruffle detail and belt that wraps twice around the waist. Also available in shiny or matte finish for both pieces.

Montego Bay

This sassy Silk and Stretch Silk Charmeuse one shoulder number has a triple layer details and an elastic waist.

Park City

Silky and strapless, your girls will go gaga over the empire silhouette, front and center ruffle and shirred detail in the back.

Stirling

A convertible collar highlights this cutie with an invisible center front zipper.

Find these fabulous frocks and more (check out the groovy necklaces!) on Caroline’s Web site, carolinelongltd.com.

Blog Post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

Photos courtesy of Caroline Long.

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The Couple: Mandy and Scott Martinez

Editor’s Note:  If this gorgeous bride looks familiar at all, it’s because she was our real bride model for our bridesmaid fashion feature at the Sacramento Zoo in the current issue of Real Weddings Magazine!

 Wedding Date:  September 6, 2009

Photography by Sarah Maren Photography

Tell us a little about you and your beloved: My husband always swore he would never meet his wife at a bar, boy was he wrong! We love living an active lifestyle, and are total partners in crime. We appreciate the good, the bad and everything in between, and challenge each other to keep life interesting. I was bored until I met Scott, he is my spice!

What was the most amazing part of your day? My dad loves his vintage hot rods, and what’s not to love about a suped up 1937 Ford Cabriolet Coupe with flames down the sides? That was my “horse and carriage” to the aisle. I am sort of a daddy’s girl and that moment sitting there waiting to drive up with my dad, we had a heart to heart that was priceless. He walked me down the aisle to “Every Little Thing She Does (Is Magic)” by The Police and when we pulled up everyone started cheering. I mean standing ovation and screaming! Then I saw my groom, it was just incredible, it moved my core.

What else would you like to share about your big day? Our wedding had a classic vintage theme with bright colors and a crystal chandelier at the reception site. Just one for impact, not too much. I think you can make the statement you want and set the mood within your budget by reasoning “less is more” because really, it is!

Ceremony and Reception Site: David Girard Vineyards

Photographer: Sarah Maren Photography

Cake:  Divine Desserts

Flowers: Olivia Rose

Favors: Antique brass bells

Wedding Dress: Allure Bridal from The Bridal Box

Bridesmaid Dresses:Dessy from The Bridal Box

Hair:  Christina Hamilton (Bridesmaid)

Makeup:  Annie Limmond (Bridesmaid)

Invitations: Carlson Craft, Papyrus

DJ/Entertainment:Gary McCallister

Honeymoon location: Dominican Republic

Any other of your wedding vendor(s) you’d like to call out?  My caterer, Bocca Catering… yummy!

First Dance Song: “By My Side” by Ben Harper

Any advice you’d give to our readers who are planning their weddings right now? Sit back and enjoy the ride! Everyone says “don’t stress” but of course you are going to. Just try to let others help that want to help, you aren’t Superwoman. And make sure you pick a theme for your wedding, it makes ALL your other decisions easier; if it doesn’t fit the theme, it goes.

 Anything that you would have done differently if you were given the chance? Not really, I loved it all!

Photos courtesy of Sarah Maren Photography.

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It’s Thursday…time to bring on the girls.

This week we turn the spotlight to bridesmaids. These ladies have your back, darling bride, so let’s make sure they look fabulous as well!

Here are a few selections from Pretty Brides Maids…their name says it all!

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From the “Maid” Your Way program, where you choose the color, fabric, length and accessories for any style.

Shown in taffeta, this strapless tea length gown features an empire pleated bodice.

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Another beauty from the “Maid” Your Way program, this tea length halter is satin with banding.

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Pretty in pink, this strapless short gown with satin banding has a natural waistline and flower accent the waistband.

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Speaking of flowers, here’s a unique chiffon print and high rouched neckline gown with flower detail. Lovely.

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Lady’s got the blues in this chiffon number, with a high collar rouched bodice and neckline accented with flower.

Pretty Brides Maid Dresses are available at Diamond Bridal Gallery, 6963 Douglas Boulevard in Granite Bay. 916-521-9856, diamondbridalgallery.com.

Blog Post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

Photos courtesy of Pretty Brides Maids.

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Oh, we love Dazzling Dresses Thursday!

Let’s do a little fashion forward thinking with a couple blue hued stunners from bridal goddess Jessica McClintock.

Why blue? It’s my favorite color.

No really, I think this color has gotten the short end of the stick in recent years as a suitable bridal party color.

Fresh and festive colors like green, orange and yellow are all the rage (and rightly so), reds and pinks are romantic favorites, and you can’t go wrong with chocolate or black when the bride beams in white or ivory.

So where does that leave darling blue? I’m going to go out on a limb and say THIS is the hot hue of the season, whether it be soft, sky, navy, or as presented in today’s blog, a regal shade of royal mixed with wonderful white.

And, don’t think these gorgeous gowns are limited to the bridal party…lakeside, poolside or ocean side, a bride in blue is cool and true, and you’ll certainly have the “something blue” thing more than covered.

So let’s start the runway, shall we?

Jessica McClintock Strapless Poly Charmeuse Bridal Dress With Square Neck: The elegant, floral print with eye-catching contrast features a long flared skirt and is sweetly tied at the midriff with a royal blue ribbon bow.

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Jessica McClintock Bustier Stretch Satin Bridesmaid Dress With Square Neck: Another sensational floral patters in royal and white with a contrast empire waistband and ribbon bow and long, slim flared skirt.

Jessica McClintock Bustier Stretch Satin Bridesmaid Dress With Square Neck (short): A short and sassy version with an above the knee skirt length.

Find these and other fabulous designs from Jessica McClintock at her boutique, 1689 Arden Way in Sacramento. 916-830-9980, jessicamcclintock.com.

Blog Post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

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Announcing Watters Trunk Show at Miosa in Sacramento!

Watters and WToo will be coming to Miosa on Saturdary, January 16th with their complete 2010 collections! Both lines are well known for their beautiful bridal gowns and stylish bridesmaids, and are advertised nationally in magazines such as Martha Stewart Weddings and InStyle Weddings.

And, you know how we love discounts…Miosa tells us that there will be a 10% discount off the price of all Watters and WToo dresses ordered the day of the show!

 This means you may want to preview the line to see what dresses you’re interested in, or what bridesmaid dresses your girls like. For a sneak peek of their gorgeous gowns visit the Watters Web site and the WToo Web site.

Sanea at Miosa says it looks like it will be a very busy day, so if you’d like to go to the show she recommends making an appointment by calling 916-443-1301 as soon as possible.

Miosa Bride
1125 J Street
Sacramento, California 95814
916-443-1301
www.miosacouture.com

Photo courtesy of Watters.

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