Meet Kitty of KITTY CHEN COUTURE!

Forget Santa - Kitty Chen is coming to town! We've got an exciting Meet & Greet scheduled with wedding gown designer, Kitty Chen from KITTYCHEN COUTURE, on January 10th, 2015! This will be your opportunity to talk directly to the designer, take photos, or have her sign your KITTYCHEN gown! Stay tuned to our blog as more details - times, locations, etc. - will be coming soon!

Wedding vows are considered to be the most sacred words spoken to your spouse, be creative when writing yours to show how much you care

It is said that words are more powerful than any weapon in the world – and anyone who has ever made a wedding vow knows very well just how magic those words can be. If you have to write your wedding vows, keep in mind that these are not just some random promises – they are the very foundation of your future marriage.

How do you do it, though? How do you write a beautiful, meaningful vow that actually shows how much you care? Here are some creative ideas to get you started:

·         First and foremost, remember not to feel “afraid” of the blank sheet of paper in front of your eyes. It may feel intimidating and it may feel like you haven’t got the right words to express just how much you care about your future spouse – but try to ignore all these fears. Instead, simply write down whatever comes to your head, since you will be able to “trim” the vow later on.

·         Listen to some music. There’s something almost supernatural about the way music can “talk” to us even when there are no words. Listen to some romantic music (maybe even “your song”) and write down your feelings while listening to it. Believe it or not, this works really well!

·         While you write the wedding vows, think of your loved one. Think of the things that make you fall in love with him/her every day, week after week and year after year. Think of how you met the first time, think of your first kiss and think of the big proposal too.

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique would take great enjoyment in being part of your Big Day. When hunting for the perfect wedding gown or tuxedo, don’t forget to stop by our store. Our stunning collections are waiting for you to take a look at them!

With so many ladies in your life, who should you invite to be a part of your wedding dress shopping entourage?

Shopping just for the sake of shopping is one thing – but shopping for a wedding gown is a great event in a woman’s life. Of all the dresses we wear throughout our lives, none is more important than our wedding gown – so naturally, we will want everything about it to be perfect.

Many brides-to-be choose to invite some other ladies with them when shopping for the one. However, who are the people you should invite to be part of your wedding gown shopping entourage? Here are some of the things you should keep in mind.

·         Your mother will most likely take great honor in being part of your entourage. Keep in mind that she already has the experience of going through a wedding (and that she has seen many brides and weddings in her time as well), so her advice will most likely prove extremely valuable.

·         Invite your maid of honor and, if you want to (some of) your bridesmaids as well. These ladies know you very well and they will be more than happy to be there for you on such a big moment of your life. Plus, they know your style and they know what you will be searching for so their help may prove to be really useful.

·         No matter whom you chose to invite with you when shopping for the perfect wedding gown, bear in mind one thing: you should not feel obliged to invite someone just because that’s the “proper thing to do”. If you don’t feel comfortable inviting certain ladies, don’t do it. It’s better to have a smaller shopping entourage that can give you really helpful advice than to be with people you don’t feel comfortable with.

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique holds a really impressive collection of fabulous wedding gowns so don’t forget to stop by our store when shopping for your wedding gown. Come visit us and allow yourself to be mesmerized by our stunning wedding gowns! 

SBB Real Wedding: Masha & John

We were so happy to see that the lovely photos from our bride Masha's wedding were published to Borrowed & Blue! The wedding, held at Troon North Golf Club, was so full of light and love...you can feel it coming through the photos. But don't take our word for it - go check it out! Big thanks to LTL Photography for sharing these amazing photographs!

xoxo,
Team SBB

Congratulations, Suzanne!

Team SBB is proud to announce that our owner and seamstress extraordinaire, Suzanne Novak, has been recognized as a dynamic business owner by Successful Women Owners Network, or S.W.O.N. She is part of a group of women business owners who "possess a uniqueness in the way they choose to lead their companies - kindness and grace with tenacity and the passion to succeed."

Join us in giving Suzanne a hi-five for being a great business owner and awesome woman! Congrats, Suz!

xoxo, Team SBB

How Far in Advance of My Wedding Should I Get My Gown?

Over the course of our lives, we choose many types of gowns: for our Sweet Sixteen birthdays, for a night out in town, for the great graduation prom and so on. And yet, none of these gowns is as important as the one we will wear on the most important day of our lives: our wedding.

Many brides prefer buying their dress well ahead of the wedding date. However, you may feel a bit confused as to just how far in advance you should do this. To help you out, we have put together a list of tips that will teach you some of the most important things you should know when it comes to when you should buy your wedding gown.

·         Generally speaking, most wedding planners will advise you to start searching (at least) for a gown about 9 months before the wedding date. However, keep in mind that this number can be smaller or larger according to what kind of dress you want, according to where you buy it from and according to your own preferences as well.

·         You should definitely not leave this up to the last moment. Some brides choose to do this because they want to shed off some extra-pounds before the big day, but forget to take into consideration how long it will take until the dress will be delivered to them from the moment they order it (sometimes, this can take up to 3 months or more).

·         Keep in mind that you will also want to have enough time for the potential alterations as well. Most brides require at least some basic alterations made to their gowns so remember to take this into consideration.

Here at Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique, we will make sure you are 100% satisfied with your wedding gown. With the huge collection of superb dresses we have in store for you and with the wonderful service we provide for each bride, you stand all chances of making a choice sooner than you even expect! Come visit us and take a look at our gorgeous options!

Beautiful Plus Size Gowns

There is something about brides that makes them simply stunning. In their beautiful gowns and with their amazing accessories, brides tend to really shine regardless of what their hair color may be and definitely regardless of what their dress size may be.

Beauty comes in all sizes of the Earth and just because you don’t fit into a double-size-zero, that shouldn’t mean that you don’t have the right to feel drop-dead-gorgeous for your wedding. These days, breath-taking designer wedding gowns really do come in all sizes and in all shapes – and one of them will definitely suit you and your style. Here are some of our favorite suggestions:

• A stunning ball gown with a lovely sweetheart cleavage. If you want to feel like a true princess for your Big Day, go for a ball gown-shaped gown and for a heart-shaped upper part. This kind of dress will accentuate your waistline and it will make ladies with a fuller chest look beautiful.
• A blouson-like gown with soft drapes. If you want your wedding to be inspired by the glamor of the 1920s, this is precisely the dress you are searching for. With short sleeves, beautiful embellishments and fabulous fabrics, this gown will really show off your natural grace and femininity.
• A gown with a corset bodice. If you want to create that beautiful hourglass-shaped figure, go for a gown that comes with a corset bodice. For the lower part, choose a flow-y fabric such as organza and don’t forget to accessorize the gown with delicate jewelry!

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique believes in the beauty in each and every single bride. This is why we strive to bring in the best designer wedding gowns – in all sizes, shapes and with all sorts of embellishments. Come check us out and fall in love with one of our mesmerizing plus size wedding dresses!

Advantages of an On-Site Seamstress

Over the course of their lives, a lady gets to choose a lot of outfits. But none of them is as important (and as carefully thought-of) as her wedding gown. Everything about her dress has to be perfect: from the way the embellishments are sown on it to the way the corset wraps around her body.

When hunting for the perfect gown, finding a place that offers an on-site seamstress is a great bonus. There are many advantages to choosing a bridal boutique that offers this kind of service and some of them include the following:

• You will know for sure that there will be a real professional dealing with whatever alterations you may need (and most likely, you will need them – even if they are not major). No need to worry whether or not your seamstress has experience in dealing specifically with wedding gowns!
• Since the seamstress will work on-site, in the same bridal boutique from which you will buy the gown, she will most likely be at least vaguely familiar with your dress’ design. Even if she doesn’t know all the “insides” of how that gown was designed, she will still be at least a bit more familiar with it than an “off-site” seamstress.
• Planning a wedding is exhausting and finding a suitable seamstress to deal with the alterations on your wedding gown can add to the stress. Buying your gown from a bridal boutique that already offers alteration services will save you the trouble of having to “hunt” for a seamstress as well.

If you are still searching for the perfect wedding gown, come check out Suzanne’s Bridal Boutiques amazing collection. Our designer wedding dresses are all created to flatter the beauty of every bride and one of them may just be the one for you!

Father of the Bride's Role in Wedding

Weddings are not just about the bride and the groom. In fact, they are very much about every single person invited and about the most beautiful values of our society as well: love, commitment and friendship.

The bride’s parents and the groom’s parents are all equally important for a wedding and they will have a very well-established role there. From helping the bride plan the wedding to receiving the guests, there are a lot of attributions that fall into their hands.

The father of the bride will most likely be just as nervous as his daughter. Although it sometimes feels that men (fathers and grooms) don’t get to involved in  weddings, the truth is that they too have a very well-established role. What is the role the father of the bride has to bear for his daughter’s Big Day? Here are some of the things he will be happy to do:

• Walk her down the aisle. Traditionally, the father walks his daughter down the aisle. This is  very emotional and beautiful and it is very symbolic for the huge step the bride is making: a step into a new life together with the man she loves.
• Receive the guests. Generally speaking, fathers are not necessarily included in the receiving line. However, if the bride (and groom) decide to include the fathers, both of them will receive guests.
• Dance with his daughter. Again, this is usually a very touching moment and it’s quite likely that at least a few tears will be shed throughout the dance. The moment a father realizes his little girl has truly grown up can be very emotional!

If you are searching for an elegant tuxedo for the “father of the bride” role, come and check out  Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique. We hold an impressive collection of beautiful tuxedoes meant to suit a large variety of men!

Photo source: flickr.com/ Deni Williams

Gorgeous Hair for Your Big Day

Decisions, decisions! Picking a venue, a theme, a template for the invitations and the other million decisions a bride has to make – they can all generate a lot of stress. And yet, of all the things you have to choose, don’t forget about the way you look. For a lot of brides, their wedding look is the most important piece of the puzzle – and that’s perfectly understandable given the huge amount of attention you are going to receive on your wedding day.

One of the things that is really important for your wedding look is your hair. How do your pick the right style when it comes to this and how do you make it look simply gorgeous? Here are some tips to consider.

• Your dress should have a big “say” in how your hair will look. For instance, if you have a very intricate dress, avoid a very complex hairstyle. It will make you look like you “overdid” it and that is the last thing you want. Furthermore, how much skin your dress shows in the upper part should also be taken into consideration. For example, if your dress covers most of the upper part, you should try to settle for an updo since this will not “crowd” your shoulders and neck area.
• Don’t die your hair in a completely new color right before the wedding. In fact, don’t die it right before the wedding at all (unless you are 100% certain that you will get the exact same shade you know you look perfect in). Otherwise, you risk waking up to a color that doesn’t suit you well – and on the most important day of your life.
• Aside from the hairstyle , you should also remember that you should give your hair some extra care too. This starts long before the wedding and it involves masks, conditioners and other hair care products. If you can afford it, get these treatments from a professional because it will definitely be worth it.  
• Pick some nice accessories for your hair too, but again, remember not to overdo it!

As for your wedding gown, come and visit Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique. Our stunning collection is waiting for you to discover your perfect gown. Choose your favorite dress here and pair it with the best hair and makeup for an unforgettable day!

Groom’s Style

Traditionally, the bride is the center of attention. However, we should never forget that it takes two for a wedding and that the groom is equally important as well. Same as the brides, grooms love looking good on their wedding day – and that is precisely why we have gathered the best tips on groom’s style. Read on and find out more.

• Grooms have two main choices when it comes to their attire: a tuxedo or a suit. Tuxedoes tend to be more formal and many grooms pick them because they don’t get to wear such attire very often. However, if you feel more comfortable wearing a suit, go for it.
• Black is always fashionable, but it’s not the only color a groom can wear on his wedding day. Gray, silver, cream and even white tuxedoes are quite popular. In the end, it all comes down to one thing: wearing what make you feel great and expressing your own personal style.
• Keep in mind the fact that grooms’ tuxedoes and suits come in various cuts. Pick something to work with your own body. For instance, if you are not very tall, you may not want to choose a very long coat. Also, if you have broad shoulders, make sure to emphasize that too.
• Don’t forget about the accessories. A well-chosen bow tie, a pair of classy cufflinks or a beautiful and elegant pocket square can really “amp” up a basic tuxedo so use them wisely!
• Your bride may want your tux or suit to go with her own attire. Now, that doesn’t mean that you have to use the exact same color. In fact, you can simply pick a color in her bridal bouquet (or one of the wedding theme colors) and wear it on your bow tie, tie, pocket square or waistcoat.

Come visit Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique and take a look at our tuxedoes collection. We have something for everyone, so regardless of your style and budget, we will be able to provide you with some really elegant options.

Photo source: flickr.com/ Zane Mulligan

Gowns for a Destination Wedding

Your wedding gown choice will depend on a lot of things, including your general style, your wedding theme and your body’s shape. But you should definitely not forget about the fact that the location of your wedding will make a difference too.

What kind of wedding gown should you look for if you are having a destination wedding? Here are some tips you may want to keep in consideration:

• ·         The length of your dress. If you are planning a beach wedding, take into consideration that an extremely long, floor-sweeping dress may not be the perfect choice as you risk getting it dirty with sand. However, if you really want a long dress and you are ready to take this risk, go for it because it will make for amazing pictures.
• ·         The fabric. Again, beach weddings don’t go very well with very heavy fabrics. One of the reasons is related to the fact that these kinds of fabrics simply don’t “fit” into the background. Another reason is that the higher temperatures may make you feel uncomfortable if your dress is too heavy.  Make sure to choose a dress that you will feel truly comfortable in all day, especially if you are going to be somewhere warm and humid!
• ·         Lace, veil and other similar fabrics look great with almost all types of destination weddings: rustic locations, beaches and so on. These fabrics will look romantic, feminine, gentle and they will be perfect for elegant weddings as well.
• ·         The design of the dress should also be taken into consideration. Generally speaking, ball gown designs and very intricate, ruffled designs may go better with other types of wedding venues.

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique is ready to offer you the best wedding gown collections out there. Come visit us and take a look at some of the amazing dresses we have brought in. We can help you find the perfect destination wedding gown so that you feel amazing on your big day! 

Wedding Gowns with Fantastic Backs

Choosing a dress to wear is always a tough choice for any lady who likes looking good. But when it comes to your big wedding day, this decision will be more difficult than ever. After all, this is a once-in-a-lifetime event and you will want to be more than “pretty” – you will want to be the most stunning woman that has ever graced the Earth with her presence!

Here at Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique, we understand our brides’ concerns with finding the best dress. This is why we always try to bring in the best wedding gown collections and to provide ladies with a wide range of options to choose from.

·         Of all the dresses, we have noticed some brides are particularly in love with the ones featuring fantastic backs. Why so? Here are some of the reasons that may help you choose a gown with a beautifully designed back: 

• ·         They look stunning and elegant. There’s something extremely feminine, sexy and classy about a backless dress. This type of design works marvelously with weddings precisely because these are unique and beautiful events.
• ·         They add a lot of grace to the posture. All of our wedding gowns are designed to make brides look amazing, but the ones with beautifully designed backs tend to add a beautiful posture full of grace and elegance.
• ·         They are unique and romantic. Weddings are all about romance and these dresses somehow put emphasize on this idea. Even more than that, wearing a gown with a carefully designed back will add uniqueness even to a dress that would otherwise be simple.

To take a look at the stunning collections Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique has in store for you, pay us a visit. We truly want to help you find the one – that wedding gown that will make you feel like royalty!

Photo source: flickr.com/ Faylyne

Bridesmaid Style for Fall

Many brides feel that they have to be the most beautiful ladies in the room at their wedding. However, that does not mean that your bridesmaids do not deserve to be well-dresses too! To help you with this, we have gathered some of the best bridesmaid style tips for this fall. Continue reading for these great tips. 

·         These days, more and more brides choose to diversify their bridesmaids’ dresses so that they can feel great in their own skin. You can choose to have a common color or a range of colors they can choose from, a common design or even a common accessory and your photos with them will look amazing.

·         Depending on the weather outside, you should also make sure your bridesmaids are not too cold in their dresses. You can provide your attendants with some ideas on how to keep themselves warm too: shawls, stockings or even biker jackets for an edgy and non-conformist look.

·         Fall is the season for darker colors such as plum and black, but gold, purple, yellow and orange will look fabulous as well. You can choose any particular shades you want, so that your bridesmaids’ dresses look great with your wedding theme too.

·         Blueberry is a very popular color this season too. Vibrant and beautiful, this color will look amazing when contrasted with your white dress and it can look great on many types of complexion.

·         Make sure to accessorize your brides properly. Pick beautiful shoes for them and make sure that they go perfectly with the dresses as well. Also, you can get rid of their bouquets and go for something more unique such as a clutch purse inspired by the fall colors.

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique will be more than happy to help you choose the very best fall dresses for your special ladies. Come visit us and take a look around – our bridesmaids’ collection will impress you for sure!

Photo source: flickr.com/ Vanessa Naylon

Real Bride Kelsey Featured on Style Me Pretty!

We all know Style Me Pretty as the ultimate source of wedding inspiration - whether you're into vintage glam or classic romance. So really there is no greater source of joy than to see one of your own brides featured on the site - particularly when she's as stunning and lovely as Kelsey. Go check out this wonderful bride in her Maggie Sottero gown...let her beautiful day inspire your own celebration...then get in touch with us...because we've got plenty more gorgeous gowns where that one came from!

Thanks to Rachel Solomon for the photos that made this moment possible! If you're looking for a photographer who will capture your day in the most romantic way possible, Rachel is your girl.

Now, go see this beautiful feature on Style Me Pretty!

Must Have: Bridal Handbag!

Your wedding day look has to be perfect, from the top of your head to the tips of your toes, you will want to feel gorgeous. For all those ladies who have not yet been brides, the whole fuss surrounding the dress and everything related to a bride’s look on her big day may at times feel overwhelming. But the truth is that when we do reach that moment, each and every one of us are equally nervous about pulling off the perfect appearance for such a big day.

You’ve already chosen your dress, your jewelry and, if you have been “hardworking” until now, you may have even thought of a head piece or a hair style. That’s great! But another item you may not have thought about and may not want to miss out on is one accessory every lady should consider: the handbag. How do you pick your bridal handbag? Here are some suggestions:

• You don’t necessarily have to go for something that is white (or the same shade of white as the dress). You can bring in some color with your bridal look by choosing something in a very beautiful bright or pastel color. Choose a pop of color that reflects your personality!
• Don’t be afraid to shine! If you want your handbag to look amazing, don’t miss out on the wonderful glamour sequins can bring into the day. There are many tasteful designs out there: some are silver-colored, some have many colors. 
• You can pair your handbag with the color of your bridesmaids’ dresses or with the color of your/their shoes. When taking pictures, this will look amazing against your beautiful gown!
• Clutch purses and envelope handbags are great options when it comes to the type of handbag you will need, as they are always elegant and classy.

For bridal handbags to “die” for, visit Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique. We have a very nice collection of bridal accessories in store for you: charming, elegant, stylish and beautiful. Come and pay us a visit!

Photo source: flickr.com/MsSaraKelly

Our Fall Sample Sale Happens Wednesday Night!

We're getting SO excited for our Fall Sample Sale happening on Wednesday, October 15th from 5 pm to 10 pm. That's right - we're keeping our doors open late just so you can save! Tons of sample gowns from ALL of our collections - bridal, bridesmaid, mothers', prom, pageant, and special occasion - are going to be up to 75% off! What a score! And don't worry, there will be a large selection of sizes and styles for you to choose from.

We anticipate that lots of ladies will be joining us for this one-night-only sale, so we came up with a few rules to keep the night running smoothly:

- Gowns will be up to 75% off (they will be clearly marked and signs will be posted)

- No appointment necessary

- First come, first served

- Sale is on clearance merchandise only (discontinued and/or non-reoderable, in-stock, sample gowns)

- No regular priced or special order merchandise will be sold during this sale (please make an appointment to come back)

- The gown you see is the gown you get. All gowns sold AS IS

- No services included in the price of the gown (alts, dress bag, cleaning, pressing, repair, etc.)

- We will not store sale gowns

- We will not hold any gowns

 - ALL SALES WILL BE FINAL

- This is a CASH ONLY sale. No debit cards, credit cards, or checks

- Brides will be limited to 2 gowns per fitting room and (when there is a wait) 10 minutes per room

- This is a self-serve sale. Bridal consultants will be on hand to answer questions, ring up pirchases, and insure fair play

- Brides should come preparedl they may want to wear a strapless bra and bring a pair of shoes to try on with

- Limit of two guests per bride (3 person per party, total)

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We can all handle those few rules, right? Of course! And that's why we can't wait to see you at our Fall Sample Sale! Be sure to sign up on our website to receive an email preview of some of the gowns that will be part of the sale!

Don’t Forget Your Ring Bearer!

Weddings are joyous and full of energy and everybody loves them. If you are planning your wedding soon, you should make sure to bring in some of the positive energy of childhood as well – and there’s really no better way to do this than by choosing a cute ring bearer and a flower girl.

Your ring bearer will have a very important mission at your wedding. He will be the one holding the very symbol of what the two of you are going to commit to as a couple. Here are some tips to consider when it comes to choosing (and taking care) of your ring bearer:

• ·         Choose someone who is close to you. This way, the boy will not be as nervous as he would be without you knowing him at all.  He will feel special that you choose him to be part of your big day and make sure to take his job seriously.
• ·         Dress him nicely. A cute option is to dress the ring bearer in the same type of suit or tuxedo as the groomsmen  (and this includes the bow-tie and maybe shoes as well). However, if you want him to stand out, you can always choose whatever you find suitable.  You could dress him the same as the groomsmen, but with something different about him (maybe the color of the tux or of the bow-tie, for example). Use your creativity and you will be able to come up with something really cute!
• ·         Make sure to talk to your ring bearer before the big day and tell him just how important he is. Even if he does not really understand much, the fact that you took the time to gently talk to him will help him with his nervousness as well.

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique can provide you with amazing wedding attire for all of the important “players”. Visit us and be amazed at the beauty of our collection!

Photo source: flickr.com/kennymatic

Who We Follow: Bridal Guide, Bridal Style Blog, Maggie Sottero & more

Check out the IG posts we love right now . . .

We loved the horizontal stripes on this Justin Alexander Spring 2015 gown. What say you?


We love this sister duo from Val Stefani! No, really, we LOVE them!


Embellished backs are on trend at Maggie Sottero. Are you daring enough?



Our friend Kristina beautifully captured last week's storm! Nothing like a good, rainy day!


Are we following you on IG? We're not? Then let's make today #followforfollow! Just for today, follow us and we'll follow you! Our handle is @suzannesbridalboutique. See you on Instagram!

Just Add Color: Blush Pink Wedding Gowns

Your wedding day is extremely special – not just for you as a bride, but for your spouse-to-be and for all the other people invited as well. Therefore, you should never let any kind of “rule” ruin your dreams. This is your big day and you deserve to feel absolutely stunning and to be the happiest you have ever been!

A blush pink wedding gown can make an excellent statement. If you love this color, there is absolutely no reason why you shouldn’t wear it on your wedding day. In fact, there are a lot of reasons that make this a wonderful choice! Here are some of them:

•  Blush pink is unique. If you want to have a wedding everyone will remember, not going for the traditional white dress can really say a lot about how much you care about being truly special!
• Going for a romantic feel? You don't get more romantic pink! A lovely blush gown is feminine and soft, yet still very mature!
• If you don’t want to go fully non-traditional, select a softer shade of blush. Pink gowns come in a variety of shades, some of them very subtle. In fact, at a first glance you might not notice they are not white!
• Blush pink can be very flatting. Depending on the shade, many complexions are brightened by rosy colored fabrics. If you are among them, don't rule out this colorful option simply for the sake of “tradition”.
• Last, but not least, if blush pink makes you feel happy and beautiful, simply go for it! Don't hold back from choosing the dress of your dreams!  Adding a touch of color is a great option!

If you are searching for an elegant and gorgeous blush pink wedding dress, we at Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique have plenty to choose from! MaggieSottero, Kitty Chen Couture, and other designers have incorporated pink into their collections. They're all waiting for you in our boutique and we guarantee you’ll love them!

The Roundup: Words To Live By, A Romantic Gown, And A Fabulous Sale

No matter how hard you try, you just can't seem to see all the beautiful wedding stuff we post from our social media accounts! What if you miss the best words of wisdom, the hottest sale, or - worse yet - THE dress?!? No worries; we're here to help! Right here, right now, we're giving you the best of our social media posts this week:

*** Our Bridal Accessory Event is going on NOW! You could save up to $150 off your accessory selection when you purchase your wedding gown at Suzanne's Bridal Boutique. All the details are on our website.

*** A-line wedding gowns got all the love this week - check out these two beauties...

Gown by House of Wu: Christina Wu

Gown by Kitty Chen Couture

*** And finally, some popular words to live by:

And there you have it! All the best of SBB's social media this week, all in one place! You're welcome. :)

Of course, to catch it all in real time, follow us on:

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Wedding Gown Accessories

If you watch fashion shows and if you read a lot of style tips, you will find a recurrent motif wherever you are and whatever “fashion and style gurus” you normally follow: accessorizing is everything.

Of course, your wedding day is absolutely no exception from this rule. Accessorizing your wedding gown properly can make it (and you!) shine. It can make simple dresses become true pieces of art. It can transform everything, indeed!

Because accessories are so important, here are some tips you may want to consider when choosing them for your wedding gown:

• The veil: this is one of the most commonly encountered wedding dress accessories, but it is not an absolute “must” these days. You are free to choose whatever length and design you desire, but make sure it will not be uncomfortable if you plan on dancing while wearing it. Even more than that, you can skip this altogether.
• The tiara: some brides choose to wear a tiara. You can wear it with your veil or as a stand-alone piece as well. Also, you can choose whatever design you feel most comfortable with, but make sure it matches with your other pieces of jewelry as well.
• The jewelry: you can have whatever jewelry you like. If your dress is very revealing in the front, a necklace will look gorgeous. Also, make sure you match the necklace and the earrings and that they don’t make you look too “busy” (that means that a very large necklace may not go excellently with a very large pair of earrings, for example).
• The shoes: generally, this is an area where brides get creative. Matching the shoes with those of your bridesmaids or going for very bright colors seems to be a popular choice. Furthermore, you can always choose to have your wedding shoes custom dyed if you are keen on a particular color!

Visit Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique for an amazing collection of wedding dresses and accessories to die for! We have dresses in all styles possible and one of them may just be “the one”!

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Mother of the Bride Style

Your wedding is a big day indeed – not just for you and your spouse-to-be, but for the other people invited as well. And out of everyone there, your mother will definitely go through a lot of the emotions you may experience with you.

Traditionally, the mother of the bride is the hostess of the wedding reception. While this custom may not be followed these days, she will still be one of the most important guests at the wedding. Naturally, she will want to look great – and the following tips could help her truly feel like the mother of the most beautiful girl in the room!

She doesn’t have to dress like it’s the 1950s (except, of course, if she wants to do this or if your wedding actually follows a 50s’-related theme). Other than that, she is allowed to be as modern as she wants to be.

She should not leave the suit at home. Suits can be stylish and elegant and come in a variety of styles and colors. There are plenty of suits that can flaunt any kind of body shape – and she’ll look gorgeous wearing one of these!

She should play with color. There is absolutely no reason she should rule out wearing bright or pastel colors – they will make her look younger, dazzling and beautiful. Of course, if she wants to go for a black dress, that’s elegant and beautiful, that's a decision for the bride and mother of the bride to make together.

The hair and the jewelry really add to the look of the outfit – make sure to have a trial run with different hair styles and accessories. This will make the day of decision easy as you will already know exactly what looks great! The right hairstyle and accessories really add to the overall beauty of the wedding!

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique offers a beautiful range of dresses suitable for mother of the brides, as well as wedding gowns, bridesmaids’ dresses and tuxedoes. Come visit us and help your mother choose her very own elegant gown!

Photo source: flickr.com/Neeta Lind

Destination Wedding? Choose the Perfect Dress

Women love to doll up when they go out, but when it comes to their wedding day, they are ready to give up a lot of things just to see themselves wearing the perfect dress.

Choosing it is not as easy as it may appear to some and, if you are like most brides-to-be, you will find it quite difficult to make up your mind and settle on one of the million dresses available. If you are planning a destination wedding though, your choice may be eased out precisely because you will have to pick a wedding dress that fits into your destination’s background as well. Here are some things you may want to keep in mind when it comes to this:

The type of dress you choose is extremely important. Everything from the material the aisle is made of to how the surrounding area looks will be of the utmost importance when it comes to your dress.

Also, make sure that the length of your dress and the length of your veil will not be too much for the destination of your choice. A beach wedding with a very long veil may get you all sandy and a rustic wedding with a very long dress may turn into a messy disaster if it rains. Decide how much dirt you are willing to accept on your dress and then start searching for the length of your choice.

The time at which your ceremony and reception will take place is important too. For instance, if you have a dress with beautiful embroidery and an intricate design, it will look great during the day – but it will look like nothing special during the night. Therefore, if your ceremony starts in the evening and you know how late it is going to be by the time it is done, you will definitely have to take this into consideration.

Pay attention to the fabric used for your dress. If your destination wedding takes place outdoors (the most likely option), you will want to make sure that the fabric allows your skin to breathe, that it doesn’t cause any rashes, excessive sweat and that it doesn’t wrinkle very easily.

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique can offer you a wide range of wedding dress options regardless of the destination you choose for your big day. We have all sorts of designs in store for you – just pay us a visit and you will definitely fall for one of our dresses.

Photo source: flickr.com/Ryan G. Smith

Dyeable Shoes – Good Choice or Not?

Your big day is getting closer and closer with every moment and if you have already chosen your wedding gown, you are probably searching for the accessories that will make it really shine. Your shoes are just as important as the dress, the hair and the jewelry you will be wearing and you really have to pay attention to how you make this choice if you want to be perfect from head to toes.

Dyeable shoes are quite popular and many brides choose them for their own dress, as well as for their bridesmaids’ dresses. These shoes come in many designs which you can customize according to your wish (you can choose the perfect color for them, you can choose to add sequins and other embellishments as well). If you are still undecided when it comes to this choice read on and find out which are the most common reasons that brides are buying dyeable shoes:

Dyeable shoes are a great choice if you want to match your wedding dress to perfection. If you are having issues finding shoes to match the color of your dress, dyeable shoes are for you!

If you want to be less traditional and you want to add a splash of color to your wedding attire, dyeable shoes are also very suitable. For example, if you want to match your bridesmaids’ dresses to your shoes, this could be the perfect option for you.

You may simply want a very special design on your shoes – and that can be achieved by buying dyeable shoes and having them painted.

If you know your bridesmaids’ dresses are rather odd when it comes to there colors, introduce the ladies to dyeable shoes – they will love the fact that they can match their shoes perfectly with their dresses!

Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique offers you with a wide selection of wedding gowns, bridesmaids dresses and groom’s tuxedoes that look magical. Come and visit us and worry not about the shoes – the dyeable option will always be there to “rescue” you!