Neutral Tones Perfect for Your Bridesmaids

Do you want a natural, understated style for your bridal party? Neutral tones are a great choice! They can be used for a variety of wedding styles, whether you want an elegant affair or casual day.

Neutral tones have been a growing trend this year, with many brides choosing them as an alternative to many of the other color trends. They also offer a muted style that gives a different feel than bright and bold shades.

The key to choosing neutral tone bridesmaid dresses is to make sure the color works with your wedding dress and is something you really love. Neutral tones can include everything from light brown and ivory to blush and grey. Browns and ivories are perfect for vintage weddings, with grey giving a more modern feel.

Don’t be afraid to mix and match your neutral tones, either. Neutrals can be combined quite easily for a relaxed feel. This can also allow your bridesmaids to each find a style and color that suits them perfectly.

If you love the idea of neutrals, come by our Gilbert bridal shop to see our great selection of bridal and bridesmaids’ dresses!

Veering Away From White – can I wear a colored wedding dress?

Weddings are getting less traditional for some, and people are feeling much less confined by convention and going for something  a little different for their big day, and this can include their dress.  Not all wedding dresses are long these days, and not all of them are white or even ivory now.  

If you have a favourite color, it doesn’t have to be an ‘accent color,’ you could make it your main color, and create a splash with a colored wedding dress.  There are two main way to do this.

Subtly: There are plenty of wedding dresses and gowns in a very light shade of a colour, such as a shell pink, beige or egg shell.  Using a color such as this means you can keep a more conventional look but without being painted into a corner with white.

Boldly: There are plenty of dresses as bold as scarlet, or with patterns, and if you want to make a real statement and are not afraid to be brave you can go all out.  If you can’t find anything in the color that you want, there are always lots of bridesmaid’s dresses to look at as a wedding gown or dress.

Trend Alert: Off-the-Shoulder Wedding Gowns

If you’re following the biggest wedding dress trends for 2013 and 2014, you’ve certainly seen the off-the-shoulder gown. It’s a designer favorite this year, and a great style that offers a timeless glamour perfect for any Arizona bride.

It’s particularly good for a vintage wedding. If you’re planning a 1940s or 1950s style vintage wedding, an off-the-shoulder gown is a great touch of golden age Hollywood. Think about the fabulous styles of Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly, and Sophia Loren and you’re certain to think of off-the-shoulder gowns. Paired with a full skirt, it’s a great vintage wedding choice.

Of course, it’s also great for an unthemed wedding. The off-the-shoulder styles give you the long neckline of a strapless dress, but add something extra special to the look. They can also give you a bit more coverage. With some styles including the equally trendy sleeves, you can keep your arms covered without feeling overwhelmed.

To find out more about off-the-shoulder wedding dress styles, and how you can wear one for your Arizona wedding day, come by our Gilbert bridal salon today! Our experts will be happy to help you find the wedding dress of your dreams!

Worried About Your Arms? This Fabulous Bridal Trend Is Perfect For You!

Whether you’re toned or not, many brides are self-conscious about showing their arms. If you’re worried about strapless or cap sleeve styles showing off more than you want, one of the year’s biggest trends is perfect for you. Sleeved wedding gowns are a huge trend for 2013 and 2014 bridal styles.

The trend has been going for a few years – since Kate Middleton wore that famous Alexander McQueen gown for her wedding to Prince William – but is really taking the bridal runways by storm for the rest of the year and next year.

This is because there are now many variations on the trend. While many designers are offering looks similar to Kate’s dress – with an illusion neckline and full-length lace sleeves – there are other styles available, too. 

These include shorter sleeve lengths that are perfect for hiding upper arms, off-the-shoulder styles that can show off your neckline while still covering your arms, and non-lace sleeves.

With so many different sleeved styles available, there’s sure to be a style you’ll fall in love with! To find out more about sleeved wedding dresses, or to find the wedding dress of your dreams, come by our Gilbert bridal salon today!

Pulling the Perfect Prom gown for your Personality.

Whether its a ball gown or a slinky little number, every girl deserves to feel like a princess at her Prom! After all it is the  talk of the hallways for at least 3 months! 

At Suzanne's Bridal Boutique, we understand that next to your wedding day, prom is one of the most important nights in a teenager's life. It is a momentous occasion and gives students a chance to show off their personal style, in a more formal manner. 

Picking out the dress to top all dresses may not be that easy, but that's where our consultants come into play!

Are you a young fashionista?! 

Try going for a fun and flirty gown with tons of tulle!

Want to show off your shape a little?

 Try something fitted for that Old Hollywood feel. 

Or have you been dreaming of a full and fun ballgown?!

Remember one thing! You cant make a wrong choice with your prom dress, it is a gown to show off your signature style and personality... 

A Happy girl is a BEAUTIFUL girl! 

Now if we could just figure out which color...!

 For all your prom needs, please visit us  at www.suzannesbridalboutique.com

Call now to make an appointment with one of our knowledgeable and friendly consultants!

480-926-89106

How to Get a Rustic Glam Look for Your Wedding

Rustic style weddings are a huge trend, but do you know how to get the perfect dress for this type of wedding? Follow our tips and you’ll have the perfect rustic glam style on your big day.

• Lace: Lace is the perfect fabric for a rustic style, and can be used in many different ways. A rough-edged style is wonderful for a very rustic or vintage look, but even a find lace overlay can give you a great touch of rustic.
• Color: Rustic glam is another theme that’s best done without pure white. Off-whites give a great antique feel that fits perfectly with the rustic theme.
• Floral: Floral touches are great for a rustic gown. Whether part of a lace design, or as embellishments, look for soft floral additions to a gown’s design. Anything that brings to mind wildflowers is perfect for a rustic look.

Finding the perfect dress for your rustic wedding is easy when you shop at an excellent Arizona dress shop. To find out more about rustic wedding gowns, come by our Gilbert bridal salon today!

Diary of a Bride-to-Be: Pinspiration!

OK, be honest. Who had a Wedding Pinterest Board before they were even engaged? Guilty… 

In the web-centric society we live in it’s ridiculously easy to find wedding inspiration. You can find ideas for everything from themes, to colors, to food, to photos, to music, to dresses- you name it, it’s there. If it’s not, there are always bridal magazines and as I’ve already mentioned, The Knot.

I think Pinterest and these other mediums are fantastic wedding planning tools, but you have to keep some things in mind. Here are my tips for getting inspired!

*You cannot use every grand idea you find- I mean I LOVE the idea of burlap, and wood, and Mason jars, and bottles, and stones, and pine, and succulents, and… but let’s be realistic, EVERY idea, no matter how stupendous, simply cannot create a cohesive theme.

*Don’t limit yourself- You may have found THE PERFECT DRESS or THE BEST CENTERPIECE in a magazine or online, but if you limit yourself to only that EXACT item later, you may be disappointed. The flowers in the centerpiece may be out of season, or may not be able to find a similar dress that is in your budget. Not only that, but if your heart is set on something, you may be blind to other, better options that come your way.

*Just because it’s DIY, it may not be cheaper- In fact, in many instances, it probably isn’t. If you love it, by all means, do it, but be cautious, DIY projects tend to add up fast!

*Location, location, location- I said this last time, but I recommend choosing your venue before you marry any of our wedding ideas, unless you want to choose a venue to fit your theme, and in that case, be my guest J

*Confidentiality disclaimer- I LOVE Pinterest as much as the next gal, but remember that if you don’t have a secret board, its possible that your engaged friends could steal some of your ideas. This isn’t a big deal to me, but to some girls it is, so be aware.

Are you lost as to where you should look for inspiration?

We’ve already mentioned: http://pinterest.com, and http://www.theknot.com/

Why not check out: http://www.weddingstylemagazine.com/, http://www.brides.com/, http://www.utterlyengaged.com/, or http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/, just to name a few.

And of course, don’t forget: http://suzannesbridalboutique.com/, https://www.facebook.com/suzannesbridalboutique, and http://pinterest.com/suzannesbridal/

And if you have entirely too much free time, like I do, check out http://www.polyvore.com and create your own inspiration boards!

The "Girly" Theme- Mint & Blush, Burlap & Lace

The "Artsy" Theme- Turquoise & Terracotta, Lace & Burlap

The "Elegant" Theme- Emerald & Gem Tones, Burlap & Satin

Which one do you like best??? For more of my wedding wondering and bridal breakthroughs, check back soon! Xoxo