Beautiful Backs for Every Bride

When you choose the perfect wedding dress, you know that you need to see how it looks from every angle. One thing that many designers are adding is extra detail on the back. This makes the dress even more beautiful and interesting as you come and go.

This trend is set to be a big one for 2015, with many designers giving the backs of their dresses more than just a closure. For many dresses, the illusion back is a way of giving a bride a dramatic look without leaving her feeling exposed. The lace back offers coverage with detail and a hint of skin. This Justin Alexander dress combines an illusion back with a long line of buttons running down the spine for an elegant finish.

For a more open back, consider a design like this one from Kitty Chen's Ivoire Paris line. With a delicate lace band across the back, you get a wonderful accent that adds more interest than a backless gown. The floral motif of the dress is perfect for a bride looking for a romantic style.

You can also get the chance to preview Kitty Chen's new line, and meet the designer, at our June trunk show. Call today to book your place at this fantastic event or to find out more about finding the perfect gown for your wedding day!

Show a Little Leg with These Bridal Styles

As a bride, you want to show off your best assets. While it’s easy to find a gown that highlights your toned arms, it can be more of a challenge to find one that accentuates your stunning legs. It isn’t impossible, though, as these great styles from Moonlight demonstrate.

High-Low Hems

This was one of the big styles on show at New York Bridal Week last month, most notably in Vera Wang’s collection. It’s a great option for the bride who wants freedom for dancing as well as a formal train. This gown features a tiered high-low skirt that offers a full, formal style with a touch of flirtiness.

Slits

A classic way of showing off your legs is with a slit. This is perfect for narrow-lined skirts including straight skirts and fit and flare styles. This style is elegant with a bit of sexiness that is great for a vintage wedding, as it brings to mind classic film starlets. This gown features a scallop-edged slit, giving the design an extra touch of decorative flair.

Short Skirts

Of course, the ultimate way to show off your legs is to choose a short wedding dress. This style is perfect for more casual weddings, destination weddings, or as a reception dress. It is a fun and fabulous style with plenty of variation. This short dress style its above the knee and features a ruffled skirt that gives it the look of a short mermaid style.

To find out more about these and other great leg-highlighting wedding dress styles, come by our Gilbert bridal salon today!

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2015 Bridal Trend: Pearl Accents

One of the fabulous trends from New York Bridal Week that we loved was seeing designers using pearl accents. This ranged from embroidering pearls into the designs of gowns to including them as accessory pieces. It’s a very versatile trend, making it a perfect addition to any bride’s wedding day style.

Beaded bodices

The stand-out pearl style on the catwalk was beaded bodices. Ines DiSanto led the way with her “Marlis” dress. You can find similar looks in a variety of collections, including this gorgeous satin trumpet gown with beaded embroidered bodice from Sincerity.

Hair accessories

Another great way to wear pearls on your wedding day is in your hair. Pearls can make a great alternative to crystals in headbands, tiaras, and other hair accessories. This Malis-Henderson wreath offers a beautiful combination of pearl and crystal, giving a soft romance with a bit of sparkle.

Shoes

Pearl details can also be a beautiful addition to shoe styles. Here again, pearls can be used instead of or alongside crystals for a fantastic look. This pair of sandal heels from Coloriffics features a rhinestone and pearl covered t-strap that would look fabulous under any gown.

To find out more ways to include pearls in your wedding style, give us a call or come by our Gilbert bridal salon today!

Stunning Bridesmaids Styles for Your Arizona Wedding

It’s not enough to just find the perfect wedding dress. As a bride, you also have to find the perfect dress for your bridesmaids. This can present many challenges, particularly if your maids have different body shapes or tastes in what they want to wear. Knowing the current trends can help you with your decision. Here are a few of our favorites.

Cut out backs

Dramatic backs are a big trend for brides and the same holds true for bridesmaids. If your maids aren’t up for a backless gown, a cut-out style is a great choice. This shows a little skin while still offering the comfort of coverage. This style from the Dessy Collection is an excellent example of a subtle cut out that would work for any style of wedding.

Belted styles

For long and short gowns, the addition of a belt is a great way to create a beautiful silhouette for any body shape. It also allows you to add a secondary splash of color to your maids’ look. This example from Bill Levkoff is fun and flirty with a layered chiffon skirt and contrasting floral belt.

Grecian-inspired

Grecian styles are a catwalk favorite for bridal designers, and your maids can take the soft, flowing silhouette for their own gowns. Layered chiffon gives a gauzy style that is also very much on-trend. This Liz Fields gown is a fantastic choice for a casual wedding, but would also be great for a more formal affair.

To see our great selection of bridesmaid dresses, give us a call or come by our Gilbert bridal salon today!