Diary Of A Bride-to-Be: Location, Location, Location

The dress. The colors. The flowers. The decorations… These are all important at your wedding. However, I can’t think of anything MORE important than the location. This wasn't one of the things I was really looking forward to planning, but I’m realizing that I can’t make any other wedding decisions until I choose a venue! The style of the venue may dictate your theme…The colors already in the venue could clash with your dream scheme… Knowing this, I am keeping my options open until I visit and select my venue.

I’ve known for a while that I wanted to hold my wedding near Yellowstone National Park, since that is where I got engaged. I also love the scenery in the area and I think that though guests will have to travel, Yellowstone is an excellent destination. However, the distance between my home and Yellowstone makes venue selection difficult…

Fortunately, the internet is a fantastic (and absolutely crucial) tool. Sites like The Knot, Wedding Wire, and even Google have helped me narrow my selections. My favorite site was Wedding Wire. You can search areas of interest with as strict of parameters as you like. I found that WW is not all-inclusive, but it’s a good jumping off point and definitely worth checking out!

http://www.weddingwire.com/

Venue sites are packed with info and pictures of past events. Don’t expect to find prices on their sites though. You’ll have to contact them for more specific information. I have been pleasantly surprised by the responses I've gotten from venues I have contacted. With all that said, I’m a changed woman. I am actually really excited to select a venue now, and not just so I can move ahead with dresses and flowers. I can’t wait until I get to go visit some venues in person!

I’m off to e-mail some more venues, but for more of my wedding wondering and bridal breakthroughs, check back soon! Xoxo

Celebrating the Charm of the South-West : Real Bride Patricia!

"Thanks for everything.  The dress was absolutely a dream and fit so well.  Everyone loved it."

All of you soon-to-be brides out there know that picking a "theme", or "look" for you big day can be hard... It can be especially difficult when it comes to an outdoor wedding in the rugged desert!

Our Bride Patricia chose to embrace the rough terrain of the state, and host her wedding in the mountains of Southern Arizona. 

She chose to have a rustic look for her ceremony space with a wooden platform, and added a nontraditional aspect to the wedding with her guests blowing bubbles in celebration of the newly married couple!

We hope you had the wedding day of your dreams Patricia! 

And it just goes to show you, that no matter where you live, you can celebrate the charm and natural beauty surrounding you! 

Do you need a gown? Come and visit us to find the perfect one today!

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What to Wear as a Wedding Guest

Planning a wedding can be a challenge, but when you also need to figure out what to wear as a wedding guest, it can be a real struggle. You might be more concerned with your own big day, and that's understandable. This doesn't mean you shouldn't put in the most effort possible to find the perfect style for your time as a wedding guest, though!

When you're a bride-to-be yourself, you know how important it is that the guests come dressed appropriately. You know that you want to be the focal point, and that you also don't want guests getting mistaken for members of the wedding party. You want your guests to dress according to the style of attire you've requested in your invitation.

As a guest, keep all of this in mind. Pay attention to what the couple have requested and stick to it. If they haven't specified in the invitation, don't be afraid to ask, too. Stick to the old etiquette rules about not wearing white and dressing for the type of event, and you should be fine.

Of course, if you're still at a loss, ask our expert dress advisers. They can help you whether you're choosing your wedding dress or need help finding the perfect style to wear as a guest. To find out more, give us a call or come by our Gilbert dress shop!