Warm Weather Dresses for Moms

As the mother of the bride or mother of the groom, you want to look your best for their big day, but with the heat of summer, you might be concerned about overheating. Here are a few tips for finding a great looking dress that will keep you comfortable for your daughter or son's wedding day.

• Look for layers: One of the best ways to ensure you're comfortable is to look for a dress that has a few pieces. A sleeveless dress with a jacket is a perfect choice as mother of the occasion, and can allow you to adjust your temperature with ease. This can come in handy if the ceremony is outdoors but the reception is in an air conditioned ballroom, or vice versa.

• Consider fabrics: The right fabric will make a huge difference in your comfort. Softer, looser fabrics will give you more air circulation and be more comfortable in the heat. Natural fibers are often more comfortable in warmer weather, too.

• Short isn't always best: Don't assume that you'll be more comfortable in a shorter dress. Longer dresses often allow for looser skirts, making them more comfortable. A formal take on a sun dress can be an excellent choice for a mom.

When you look for the perfect dress to wear to your son or daughter's wedding, it is worth shopping at a Phoenix bridal salon with a great selection of dresses for moms. With wedding expertise, we can help you find the perfect dress for this big occasion. To find out more, come by our Gilbert salon today!

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Shorter Wedding Dress Styles to Wear This Summer

Summer weddings are a time to have a bit of fun, and a shorter style of gown is a great choice. With a flirty edge, these styles are perfect for both casual and some formal Arizona weddings.

Tea-length gowns, like this dress by Ellis Bridal, are great for less formal weddings. It would match perfectly with a garden wedding, too.

If you want something a bit longer, consider a wedding gown like this one from Sincerity Bridal. With a mid-calf length, it is a bit more formal than the tea-length dress, but still has a bit of a fun touch to it. With floral details on the bodice, it’s an excellent choice for summer themes that draw on nature for their inspiration.

Just grazing the ankle, Justin Alexander’s shorter-length gown offers a nice alternative to a traditional full-length gown. It still gives you full leg coverage, but has a sense of fun to it. It’s also great for showing off a special pair of shoes!

If you want the fun of a shorter gown, but still want a longer train, consider a high-low hem dress like this Maggie Sottero gown. Its raised front hem lets you show off your legs, while the long back hem keeps it right for more formal settings. It is a stand-out style that is gaining in popularity, too.

To find out more about these and other shorter wedding dress lengths for your Arizona wedding, come by our Gilbert bridal boutique today!

Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici Announce Their Wedding Date

Are you a fan of the ABC hit series, "The Bachelor?"  Well if you are then you'll be happy to know that the Bachelor, Sean Lowe and his fiance Catherine Giudici have finally set their wedding date.  SPOILER ALERT!  Their wedding is set to air live on ABC January 26, 2014.

Why wouldn't they have it live since their courtship and engagement was live and in front of millions?  Sean agrees and is quoted as saying, "I think its' only natural to have it on TV, seeing as how our relationship started there.  We think this will be a cool opportunity to share the most special day of our lives with all the people who have been invested in us along the way."

Their save the date card is pretty funny and reads:

"Lovers, friends, family and Jack Nicholson, please join Catherine Ligaya Mejia Giudici and Sean Thomas Lowe & Hologram Tupac for the wedding of the century."  If you turn the announcement over it shows Sean and Cat in his-and-hers bear heads, riding bikes with tin cans behind them and it reads, "Reception to follow ceremony.  Get ready for major tomfoolery & ballyhoo."  What a cute ideas for a save the date card.

Speaking of save the date cards, do you have a creative and fun way that you're announcing your wedding date?  Share it with us below and we'll add it to our Facebook and blog. 

Still looking for the perfect wedding gown?  Come on in and let's fit your body type with the perfect wedding dress for your perfect day.

"Lovers, friends, family and Jack Nicholson, please join Catherine Ligaya Mejia Giudici and Sean Thomas Lowe & Hologram Tupac for the wedding of the century."
Jack and 'Pac aren't actually going ... we don't think. Still, well played.
The back of the announcement features the bride and groom in his-and-hers bear heads, riding a bike with roses in the basket and tin cans trailing behind them.
"Reception to follow ceremony," the card reads, with the renowned goofball couple warning their guests to "get ready for major tomfoolery & ballyhoo."
Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici will marry live on ABC that day.
"I think it's only natural to have it on TV, seeing as how our relationship started," Sean, who proposed on The Bachelor finale in March of this year, has said.
"We think this will be a cool opportunity to share the most special day of our lives with all the people who have been invested in us along the way."
Looks like the show's success rate is about to go marginally up.
- See more at: http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2013/11/sean-lowe-and-catherine-giudici-save-the-date/#sthash.9n7uv2De.dpuf

"Lovers, friends, family and Jack Nicholson, please join Catherine Ligaya Mejia Giudici and Sean Thomas Lowe & Hologram Tupac for the wedding of the century."
Jack and 'Pac aren't actually going ... we don't think. Still, well played.
The back of the announcement features the bride and groom in his-and-hers bear heads, riding a bike with roses in the basket and tin cans trailing behind them.
"Reception to follow ceremony," the card reads, with the renowned goofball couple warning their guests to "get ready for major tomfoolery & ballyhoo."
Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici will marry live on ABC that day.
"I think it's only natural to have it on TV, seeing as how our relationship started," Sean, who proposed on The Bachelor finale in March of this year, has said.
"We think this will be a cool opportunity to share the most special day of our lives with all the people who have been invested in us along the way."
Looks like the show's success rate is about to go marginally up.
- See more at: http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2013/11/sean-lowe-and-catherine-giudici-save-the-date/#sthash.9n7uv2De.dpuf

"Lovers, friends, family and Jack Nicholson, please join Catherine Ligaya Mejia Giudici and Sean Thomas Lowe & Hologram Tupac for the wedding of the century."
Jack and 'Pac aren't actually going ... we don't think. Still, well played.
The back of the announcement features the bride and groom in his-and-hers bear heads, riding a bike with roses in the basket and tin cans trailing behind them.
"Reception to follow ceremony," the card reads, with the renowned goofball couple warning their guests to "get ready for major tomfoolery & ballyhoo."
Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici will marry live on ABC that day.
"I think it's only natural to have it on TV, seeing as how our relationship started," Sean, who proposed on The Bachelor finale in March of this year, has said.
"We think this will be a cool opportunity to share the most special day of our lives with all the people who have been invested in us along the way."
Looks like the show's success rate is about to go marginally up.
- See more at: http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2013/11/sean-lowe-and-catherine-giudici-save-the-date/#sthash.9n7uv2De.dpuf

Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici want you to save the date for their wedding: January 26, 2014 on ABC! They've got a Save the Date card to remind you, too.
Three weeks into the new season of The Bachelor (see The Bachelor spoilers for all the details on Juan Pablo's journey), Sean and Cat will tie the knot.
The card amusingly reads:

"Lovers, friends, family and Jack Nicholson, please join Catherine Ligaya Mejia Giudici and Sean Thomas Lowe & Hologram Tupac for the wedding of the century."
Jack and 'Pac aren't actually going ... we don't think. Still, well played.
The back of the announcement features the bride and groom in his-and-hers bear heads, riding a bike with roses in the basket and tin cans trailing behind them.
"Reception to follow ceremony," the card reads, with the renowned goofball couple warning their guests to "get ready for major tomfoolery & ballyhoo."
Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici will marry live on ABC that day.
"I think it's only natural to have it on TV, seeing as how our relationship started," Sean, who proposed on The Bachelor finale in March of this year, has said.
"We think this will be a cool opportunity to share the most special day of our lives with all the people who have been invested in us along the way."
Looks like the show's success rate is about to go marginally up.
- See more at: http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2013/11/sean-lowe-and-catherine-giudici-save-the-date/#sthash.9n7uv2De.dpuf

Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici want you to save the date for their wedding: January 26, 2014 on ABC! They've got a Save the Date card to remind you, too.
Three weeks into the new season of The Bachelor (see The Bachelor spoilers for all the details on Juan Pablo's journey), Sean and Cat will tie the knot.
The card amusingly reads:

"Lovers, friends, family and Jack Nicholson, please join Catherine Ligaya Mejia Giudici and Sean Thomas Lowe & Hologram Tupac for the wedding of the century."
Jack and 'Pac aren't actually going ... we don't think. Still, well played.
The back of the announcement features the bride and groom in his-and-hers bear heads, riding a bike with roses in the basket and tin cans trailing behind them.
"Reception to follow ceremony," the card reads, with the renowned goofball couple warning their guests to "get ready for major tomfoolery & ballyhoo."
Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici will marry live on ABC that day.
"I think it's only natural to have it on TV, seeing as how our relationship started," Sean, who proposed on The Bachelor finale in March of this year, has said.
"We think this will be a cool opportunity to share the most special day of our lives with all the people who have been invested in us along the way."
Looks like the show's success rate is about to go marginally up.
- See more at: http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2013/11/sean-lowe-and-catherine-giudici-save-the-date/#sthash.9n7uv2De.dpuf