Colored Wedding Gowns Are a Great Choice

If you’re looking for something a little different for your wedding dress, color might just be the right answer. Arizona brides are embracing this great trend, which is also popular among celebrity brides.

In fact, this weekend saw another celebrity bride don a champagne and gold gown. Jessica Simpson wore an intricately colored gown by Carolina Herrera for her wedding to Eric Johnson. Champagne and gold are very on-trend colors for brides, as it offers a delicate feminine look on your special day.

Of course, you don’t need to limit yourself to metallics. Pale pinks, blues and greens were seen on the New York Bridal Week runways earlier in the year and are proving to be a great choice for many brides. Brides are also embracing darker colors, with jewel tones being perfect for autumn and winter weddings, in particular.

Whether you want to check out colored wedding dresses or white wedding dress for your big day, come by our Gilbert bridal salon to see what we offer!

Would You Wear Shorts to Your Wedding? This Celebrity Did!

Celebrity brides are well-known for setting dress trends and choosing some offbeat styles. Olivia Palermo, former star of The City, has joined the ranks as the latest bride who opted for a less traditional style.

The 28-year-old wore a cashmere sweater and white shorts with a tulle overlay. The look was designed by Carolina Herrera and featured a high slit in the overlay skirt, allowing Palermo to show off her legs.

Her groom, German model Johannes Huebl, was also dressed in white. His slim fitting white suit was paired with a white shirt, black tie, and black handkerchief. Palermo announced the wedding, which took place in a small New York park, via Twitter, posting a photo of them in their wedding attire.

Separates were a big trend on this year's bridal runways, so it's only fitting that a fashionista like Palermo would choose a wedding dress like this. However, the combination of sweater and shorts is something pretty unique.

What do you think of what Olivia Palermo wore on her wedding day? Would you wear shorts to your wedding?

Whatever style you want to wear for your big day, you'll need to shop at an excellent Arizona bridal shop. To find out what we offer, give us a call today!

Photo: Twitter/Olivia Palermo

Alternative Dresses for Funky Brides

While many brides dream of a long, white princess-style gown, others want something a bit different. If you can't see yourself in the meringue, here are a few alternative styles that are perfect for a fun and funky bride.

Colorful gowns

There's no need to stick to white. Many bridal designers are including bold color choices in their collections. These gowns keep a bridal silhouette while moving away from white. Whether you go with a cool mint green or a deep, dark black gown, look for something that is flattering for your figure and skin tone.

Short dresses

Another way to stand out from the bridal crowd is to wear a shorter gown. A full short skirt can be a great choice for a summer wedding with a rock and roll twist. Pair this with bright red lipstick and a fun cardigan for a perfect rockabilly retro style.

Non-Bridal

Just because you're the bride, don't feel you have to go for a dress labelled as being for the bride. Try looking at bridesmaids and mother of the bride collections for fabulous gowns that are different from the usual bridal choices. You can find a style that is available in white or a neutral tone such as ivory, or go bold with a different color, too.

To find out more about choosing alternative bridal styles, give us a call or come by our Gilbert bridal salon today!

Kardashians On Top of Trends with Bridesmaids in White

It’s no surprise that a fashion-centered family like the Kardashians would be at the forefront of wedding trends. When Kim Kardashian married Kanye West in Italy, her bridesmaids were on-trend in white dresses. Khloe Kardashian posted a photo of herself on the big day, showing off her fabulous white bridesmaid dress and the beautiful Italian venue.

While white is a color many brides shy away from for their attendants, it really does create a beautiful style. There’s no need to fear that you won’t stand out as the bride. Your guests will certainly know who their eyes should be on, and your dress will undoubtedly be more spectacular than what your maids are wearing. Two famous brides whose maids wore white, Kim Kardashian and Kate Middleton, are proof that there is no need to be worried!

With your wedding party all in white, you get a beautiful uniformity. This also means that your maids can easily wear different dresses, finding styles that suit their body types. It’s also a great basis for colorful accessories.

To see a great selection of white bridesmaid dresses and find the wedding gown that is perfect for your Arizona wedding, give us a call today!


Photo: Instagram/Khloe Kardashian

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!

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!

Glamorous 1930s Inspired Gowns

New York Bridal Week gave plenty of inspiration for Arizona brides looking for something special for their big day. One of the big trends for the coming year is wedding gowns inspired by the glamor of the 1930s. Think of this trend as the vintage and Gatsby theme growing up into something a bit more elegant and refined.

Sleek satins

The go-to fabric for this trend is definitely satin. With a sleek finish, it offers a refined look with no bulkiness. This Justin Alexander gown is a great example of how charmeuse is used with a bit of bling for a feminine, elegant style.

Deco details

The Art Deco style is a big feature of this trend. Beautiful patterns with a geometric feel are the perfect way to wear the 1930s. Val Stefani uses Swarovski crystals and silver embroidery to reflect an art for art’s sake beauty in this gown.

Cap sleeves

Short sleeve styles are also popular in the 1930s style gowns. Capped sleeves and flutter sleeves are both showing up in many styles, giving a bit of coverage on the shoulder with a fabulous style. The flutter sleeves on this Moonlight gown is a perfect example of the delicate styling of this trend.

The 1930s is a great decade for wedding gown inspiration. To see more vintage-inspired gowns and to find the perfect one for your Arizona wedding, come to our Gilbert bridal salon today! []

Lace Looks for Your Wedding

Vintage weddings have made lace a popular part of many bridal styles. Along with being perfect for vintage looks, lace looks are a graceful and feminine style that can suit many types of wedding.

Many lace styles take inspiration from Kate Middleton’s fabulous wedding dress. One of the newer takes on this look that we love is this gown from Ivoire Los Angeles. With lace sleeves and a delicately detailed lace overlay, it is perfect for a formal wedding.

For a vintage wedding, this Val Stefani gown is an excellent choice. The combination of lace and Swarovski crystals gives a sparkling, beautiful finish to the sweetheart neckline and mermaid silhouette combination gown.

While many lace styles keep it as an accent, this style from Fiore Couture makes the lace the stand-out feature of the wedding gown. With layers of lace creating a gorgeous full skirt, lace sleeves, and a lace illusion neckline, this dress is for the true lover of beatiful and delicate patterns.

Of course, these three gowns are just a few of the many great lace looks that are available to Arizona brides. To find the lace wedding gown that is perfect for you, come by our Gilbert bridal salon today!

It's that time of year, the trees are changing, and we're getting into the giving spirit!

Join us for our  Savings Sale!  October 31st - November 3rd Come in costume, Find your gown, Pay in full... Get 10% off your gown! Give thanks for all we have... and  Help us to help our community!  Donate up to 50 cans of food for our Fall Food Drive.  and receive up to $50 off your gown purchase. November 1st-25th Don't want to carry all those cans?  Pledge to donate a Turkey for an instant $50 off!  Food drive benefits our neighbors the Two Rivers Church.     Coming Soon, to a sidewalk near you!   "The Running of The Brides"  Black Friday 2013  Customer must be in costume at time of purchase. Discount applicable to gowns regularly priced at $500 or more before tax, extras and fees. 10% discount is off the original price of the gown before taxes, extras and fees.Maggie Sottero, and Sottero and Midgley gowns are excluded from the discount. One discount per bride. Gown must be PAID FOR IN FULL to receive discount. May not be combined with any other offers. Not valid on prior purchases. ALL SALES ARE FINAL, no refunds, credits or exchanges. Not valid for cash or cash equivalent. Other restrictions may apply. Suzanne's Bridal Boutique reserves the right to change or rescind this offer at any time. Follow Us              645 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 174 Gilbert, AZ  85234 Phone: (480) 926 9106 www.suzannesbridalboutique.com

Finding a Gown as an Older Bride

Searching for your perfect wedding dress can be fun, but for many brides it can also be stressful. If you’re an older bride, you might not feel like you can wear some styles of gown. However, whatever your age, there is an ideal gown for you.

The main thing to think about is what you find comfortable and beautiful. If you really love a particular style of wedding gown, there’s nothing to stop you from wearing it. There are no etiquette or style 

rules that put age limits on wedding gown styles!

If you don’t feel like wearing a big white gown is right for you as an older bride, you don’t need to wear one. Instead, you can wear an evening gown in another color, or even a bridal suit.

Before you make any decision about what you should or shouldn’t wear for your wedding day, you should come to an excellent Arizona bridal salon. At Suzanne’s Bridal Boutique, our experts can help you find the perfect wedding style for you. Give us a call or come by our Gilbert salon today!

Check Out the Great Gowns from Fiore Couture

We love Fiore Couture gowns, and are sure you will, too! Designed by Phillipe Matthew, the collection offers a selection of dresses that are both timeless and on-trend. You can also have a chance to get a preview of the Spring 2014 collection at this week’s Fiore Couture trunk show.

Phillipe is a fabulous designer, and he aims to combine top quality couture and elegance in every gown he designs. He is also well known for his attention to detail, and Fiore gowns are recognized for their special touches of beading, embroidery, and lace. These help give a flawless finish to your bridal style that will make you look and feel fabulous.

The Fiore Couture collection is truly beautiful, and you’re sure to find the perfect gown for your wedding day. To see all the great Fiore Couture gowns that are currently available, and to get a sneak peek at the Spring 2014 collection with a chance to order them before they’re in stores, come by our Gilbert bridal salon today or call to make an appointment for theFiore Couture trunk show!

Las Vegas Love: Pretty in Paris- Real Bride Sharill

 When getting married, there is a choice between choosing a venue based on accessibility for everyone to attend, or picking a venue your heart desires. 

Picking a venue that's easy to travel to is the best option when faced with such a tough decision, somewhere with a large airport, and many different accommodation choices. 

Our bride Sharill did just that, she planned her wedding in the city that never sleeps- Las Vegas!

Our Real Bride Sharill!

"My experience started with Heather at Suzanne’s bridal.  It wasn't until I actually put on a dress that I really felt like I was really getting married.  Her ability to know what would make me look amazing was what led me to my dream dress.  I have always had weight issues, and dress shopping was very stressful for me.  I always felt beautiful in my dress – every time I put it on."

"We got married at the Paris Hotel in Vegas.  Destination wedding – but STILL had close to 90 guests attend.  My husband and I are both ultra runners (hence the running shoes), and we wanted our guests to all wear their running shoes too, if they wanted (and almost all of them did).  As it turned out – our officiant was ALSO a runner.  He made our ceremony extra special.  We both wrote our own vows, and we had laughs, tears and much happiness throughout the ceremony.  We catered a reception at the buffet at the Paris Hotel.  BEST idea EVER!  To this day, people are still telling me we had the best wedding food of any wedding they've ever been to…as they got to eat what they wanted (and the Paris has an amazing buffet)!"

"I am 44.  Meeting my “solemate” (our names for each other) was something I always had hoped for, but didn't really know if it would ever happen.  Having the wedding come together so easily and perfectly for me makes me believe that when something truly is meant to be, the universe moves mountains to help make it happen.   Every minute of my wedding day was perfect.  I felt beautiful in my dress, and I know I married the man I was meant to be with forever."

"I can’t thank you enough for putting me in my dream dress.  I will always remember how beautiful I felt on my wedding day."

You sure looked beautiful Sharill, and we are so ecstatic for you and your "Solemate". 

Your gown was perfect and your venue looked enchanting!

xoxo

Pregnant Bride? Take a Lesson from Halle Berry

When X-Men star Halle Berry married French actor Olivier Martinez last weekend, the bride looked beautiful in her long white gown. Although the details are still being kept quiet, one person present at the wedding said that it featured a plunging backline. Many are speculating that the gown was an empire waist design with crystal accents by Jenny Packham.

If you’re a pregnant bride to be, there are plenty of dress styles that are perfect for your big day. Whether you want to flaunt your figure or hide your bump, you can still look gorgeous for your wedding.

To show off your bump, look for fitted styles such as trumpet or mermaid cuts. To downplay it, choose a looser gown with an empire waist.

Of course, the key to finding the perfect gown as a pregnant bride is to look for something comfortable. Pay attention to the temperature, and choose something that you’ll be able to wear with comfortable shoes.

If you want help finding the perfect gown for your Arizona wedding day, give us a call today!