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!

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! []