Posts Tagged ‘Dreamnette Bridal Gowns’

Yesterday’s gorgeous weather has me excited about the change of seasons and the arrival of spring!

And with the new season comes bright and cheerful color. I’m ready to pack up dark hues and neutral tones and let loose a rainbow of new shades for upcoming nuptials. What better place to paint the town red(or blue or orange) than with beautiful bridesmaids dresses.

We love the Bella Bridesmaids collection from Venus Bridal, carried at Dreamnette Bridal in Roseville. We think you will too!  Here are some short and sweet offerings that could be contenders for a spring fling down the aisle.

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Shown in Really Red, this Valentine of a strapless dress comes in duchess satin with a flower accented rouched bodice. Tell the DJ to queue up “The Lady in Red.”

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Paging Betty Draper. This “Mad Men” inspired dress with a short scoop neck and box pleating at the waist comes in a silky taffeta. Shown in Aqua.

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The Papaya color shown on this Aurora Taffeta dress will sweeten up your bridal party palette. The silhouette is a charming short sweetheart neck, spaghetti straps and a ruched waistband. Adorable.

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Pretty is in full bloom with this one shoulder dress featuring a flower accent and a ruched bodice. The Hot Raspberry colored chiffon adds a rosy berry flair.

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Take the plunge with this deep neckline number showcasing a center flower accent and rouched waist. We’re digging the Chartreuse color against your spring bouquet.

Find the Venus Bridal, including Bella Bridesmaids, at Dreamnette Bridal, 1850 Douglas Boulevard in Roseville. 916-780-4747 or visit dreamnette.com.

Blog post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

Photos courtesy of Venus Bridal. 

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This Thursday’s edition brings some very exciting news for brides-to-be in Sacramento area. Dreamnette Bridal in Roseville recently announced the arrival of the new 2011 W1 White One collection directly from Spain.

You only need to feast our eyes on these gorgeous gowns to understand our enthusiasm for this debut. STUNNING! There’s something innately sculptural about these dresses, almost like works of art. There’s an impressive attention to detail, shape and design with each look, not to mention the fact they are all extremely well made.

Now we gleefully present you with a sampling of favorites from the white hot W1 collection:

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Strapless with a fitted bodice of elegant pleating and appliqué, this gown cascades into dreamlike ruffles.

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Similar to the previous in silhouette, this stunner features pleating and a full ruffled skirt but also a sweetheart bodice and straps.

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Like an art deco dream, this structural bodice segues to a fitted waist and creates beautiful lines on the skirt.

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This chic mermaid hugs your curves in all the right places.

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Like Aphrodite herself, this lovely number is sure to inspire love at first sight.

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A plunging neckline and sexy old-Hollywood shape turns up the glamour on this seductive style.

To see these and more W1 White One gowns, visit Dreamnette Bridal, 1850 Douglas Boulevard in Roseville. 916-780-4747 or visit their Web site: dreamnette.com.

Blog post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

Photos courtesy of W1 White One.

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This week we take the “dazzling” Down Under. Those Aussie’s sure know how to wow us in the bridal department. We came across these stunning gowns from Essense of Australia, a leader in wedding fashion for 14 years, and couldn’t resist sharing them with you. With couture finishing and great fit, Essense designs are a standout in our book. Here are a few highlights:

This Dolce satin gown with soft organza flowers has a detachable asymmetric strap and comes in lace up or zip up.

This gorgeous Godavari taffeta and lace gown features cascading ruffles and comes in lace up or zip up.

Another Dolce satin number that hugs you in all the right places, this dress features diamante accents just under the bustline. Available in lace up or zip up.

Evoking a glamorous Greek goddess, this one shoulder dress in Lavish satin and Whisper Chiffon is certain to inspire.

Elegance flows with this soft organza gown with diamante detailing and a cascading skirt.

As of this summer, Essense of Australia gowns are carried at Dreamnette Bridal, 1850 Douglas Boulevard in Roseville. 916-780-4747 or visit www.dreamnette.com

Blog post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

Photos courtesy of Essense of Australia.

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Welcome back to another installment of Real Weddings Magazine’s Partner Profiles! 

This week, we highlight the exceptionally gorgeous and crazy talented Raquel Siders from Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy. We’ve had the privilege of working with Raquel, Arrvada and Jenifer from Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy on several of our photo shoots, and they’re truly gifted artists. They always seem to know exactly what we’re wanting for our shoots – we think they’re mind-readers!  They’re also just pretty damn cool chicks! 

Here’s a little bit more about Raquel! 

Image Provocateur & VIP-CAT Academy

Tell us a little about your company?  Image Provocateur is the Bridal and Hair Specialists needed for every perfect wedding. Our brides receive full hair, makeup, false lashes and our unique three step water proofing system on location. Our Artists are specially trained to achieve the perfect look every time. 

When did you establish your business? VIP-CAT was launched in 2004, specializing in Bridal Hair & Makeup on Location. In 2007 VIP-CAT expanded into Image Provocateur a full-service Salon, keeping our main focus on our brides. 

What sets you apart from your competition?  All of our Makeup Artists are trained by myself, using my Copywrited Curriculum and the skills and techniques I have developed and implemented into VIP-CAT Academy. We are always striving to be the best, as perfection is our standard while staying on top of current styles and trends. 

Where do you find inspiration?  I have loved makeup and beauty since I can remember! As a young child I fell in love with makeup and art –  that love blossomed into working with brides and getting a chance to share their day and help make it special. 

When you opened shop, what was your promise to your customers? That we would bring out their inner beauty and create the flawless, perfect look they always wanted for their wedding day. And since our makeup and hair lasts up to 12 hours, they would not have to worry about anything but walking down the aisle. Let our professional makeup artists and hair specialists ease your mind. You have worried about everything else… leave your hair and makeup to us. 

Do you have any hidden talents?I have taken my creativity in makeup and I have started designing clothing. This year will see the launch of my clothing line, Black Cat Threads. This line is made from provocatively refurbished rock t’s and lingerie. It’s the way I am going green, with an edge! 

Hair and Make-up for Real Weddings Cover Model Sarah by Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy. Dress from Diamond Bridal Gallery. Photo by True Love Photo. On location at The Citizen Hotel.

Hair and Make-up for Real Weddings Cover Model Sarah by Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy. Dress from Miosa. Photo by True Love Photo. On location at The Citizen Hotel.

 Hair and Make-up for Real Weddings Cover Model Sarah by Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy. Dress from Dreamnette Bridal. Flowers by Camino Flower Shop. Photo by True Love Photo. On location at The Citizen Hotel. 

Do you regularly blog? What’s your blog site?  Yes, our blog is updated every few days and can be viewed at: http://arrvadaimageprov.blogspot.com/ 

What’s your favorite local restaurant?  Wasabi on Greenback in Citrus Heights. I love their Fair Oaks Roll and the Lion King. 

What’s your favorite local charity?  I strongly support WEAVE. As a woman and a mother of a young woman, women escaping a violent environment hits close to home, and you can’t go wrong in supporting your gender and community. 

What is your favorite fun thing to do locally?  Well I have two. One, thrift store hunting for cool rock t’s & lingerie to convert into dresses for my clothing line. Two, heading out to Folsom at Negro Bar to be chased by the crazy ducks! 

Do you have secret vice or indulgence? What is it?  My secret indulgence isn’t too secret! I love wedding cake! Probably the real reason I got into the bridal industry! Love me some frosting! 

What are you most grateful for in life?  My family, especially my beautiful daughter Laurren and the chance to do what I love every day. 

What advice would you can give to brides and grooms getting married today?  Remember, this is a special day, enjoy it. It doesn’t matter if the sun isn’t shining, or the birds aren’t singing. What matters is you are going to have amazing hair and makeup and no one is going to look at anyone else! Enjoy your moment, you deserve to look like the Diva you are. 

Anything else you’d like to share with Real Weddings Magazine’s brides?  You are all beautiful and I am privileged to be able to work with so many of you on your special day. 

Find out more about Raquel and her team at Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy for yourself. Call them at 916-474-5578. Also, check out their profile on Real Weddings Magazine! 

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Hello Blushing Brides!

Summer’s here and we’re hot for beautiful dresses. Venus Bridal, celebrating 25 years in the business, dazzled us with their elegant detailing and gorgeous silhouettes.

Without further ado, here are some of our favorites from their current collection:

A beautiful strapless gown with rouching on bodice. The organza overlay has beaded lace appliques and mermaid skirt. The zipper back features covered buttons and chapel train. Available in white and ivory.

This organza gown features rouched bodice all the way down to dropped waist. A full pick-up skirt charms in new tulle. Wide lace straps, a lace-up back and chapel train complete the pretty picture.

This organza over Imperial Satin gown features a slight sweetheart neckline with spaghetti straps and dropped waist. Lace appliques delicately cover gown and a zipper back with covered buttons and chapel train finish the look.

Venus Bridal is available at Dreamnette Bridal

About Dreamnette Bridal:

Dreamnette Bridal  represents Aspera, Agnes, Dynasty and their own exclusive line. They offer personalized service in a comfortable atmosphere. Please call to set an appointment.

1850 Douglas Blvd in Roseville. Call 916-780-4747 or visit www.dreamnette.com

Blog Post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

Photos courtesy of Venus Bridal and Dreamnette Bridal.

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