Check out our great new gown from Amy Kuschel!

Check out this great video featuring one of our newest dresses from Amy Kuschel. Simplistic in design and detailed in construction, this gown is for the fashion forward bride who doesn't want the "typical" wedding dress.

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Blush by JLM Trunk Show this weekend only!

Don't forget that we have a trunk show this weekend for the great new line Blush by JLM! We have some beautiful dresses arriving - we are excited to show you what we have in our store. The show runs from Thursday, February 25th through Saturday, February 27th. "Blush embodies a unique modern feel," said Francesca Pitera, award winning Jim Hjelm designer. "It imparts a special, soft beauty that takes elements from more elaborate gowns and simplifies them." You can view the collection here & then give us a call to book your appointment!

Congratulations!

We want to send out a big congratulations to everyone who became engaged over the Valentine's day weekend! We hope to see each and every one of you in our studio very soon!

Spring Trends in Bridesmaids Dresses | One Shoulder

Last week we covered the new “bold shoulder” trend in bridal gowns for spring. Bridesmaids’ dresses are following suit. One shouldered bridesmaids dresses are a great look for the season. This fresh silhouette is not only modern but also offers more coverage for the bridesmaid that might be a bit more modest. Try one of our great Butter by Nadia dresses (pictured). These dresses can be worn an endless number of ways including this great one shouldered version!

Spring Trends in Bridesmaids Dresses | Defined Waistlines

Last week we talked about the newest & hottest trends for bridal gowns going into spring. This week we are taking a look at the new trends for bridesmaids’ dresses. Forget those awful, puffy dresses that used to be a staple at every wedding (we all remember the heinous bridesmaids' dresses in the movie 27 Dresses, right?). These days, brides want their maids to look as good as they do (well, almost as good!). Bridesmaids’ dresses are more fashion-forward than ever. Believe it or not, many of today’s dresses can actually be worn again!

The first trend all over the runways is a defined waistline. Banded and belted waists are a great trend for this spring. This is a great silhouette for your bridesmaids that need a little definition to their waists and like to show off their great, feminine shape. Overall this is a great, universal silhouette that looks good on different body types. We have just received really sweet bridesmaid dresses with this great banded detail. Book your appointment to see these great dresses and check one more thing off of your list!

The 5 Hottest Spring Trends | Origami Details

East meets west in our final trend report of this week. Sharp, architectural details marry beautifully with soft bubble hems and luxurious fabrics this spring. The details of this trend are small, so look for subtle hints of an origami design on dresses with obi belts, sharply layered necklines and modified petal busts. The look is very sharp, clean and usually with a simplistic silhouette. We have great examples of dresses with this origami detail waiting for you in our studio!

The Hottest 5 Trends for Spring | Mermaid Silhouette

Our next hot trend for spring is the mermaid silhouette. In a nod to the vintage, old Hollywood feel, the mermaid gown is a modern take on a classic look. This is for the bride who has great curves she wants to show off but still wants the fullness of a ball gown. This is a look that adds drama and sophistication to a dress. We have beautiful gowns in our studio that offer this marriage of vintage sophistication and modern glamour. If you’re a bride that is interested in this look, give us a call to set your appointment and we will help you find that perfect look!

The 5 Hottest Spring Trends | Bold Shoulders

In our continuing coverage of the 5 hottest spring trends, we are so excited about this next trend: bold shoulders.

No not the 80’s giant, puffy sleeves. Let’s hope that look NEVER comes back. We’re talking about the great new one-shouldered dresses and the dresses with illusion straps that we saw all over the runways. Many of the one-shouldered designs incorporate a romantic texture, which we talked about in yesterday’s trend report. The illusion strapped dresses feature soft chiffon or tulle straps, some with delicate beadwork and others with soft, billowy ruffles. If you’re a fashion forward bride, ditch the strapless dress and instead opt for a dress with a detailed shoulder!

The 5 Hottest Spring Trends | Texture

This week we are covering the 5 hottest trends for bridal gowns this spring. Today is the second day of our trend forecast and the topic is texture, texture and more texture!

The hottest gowns for spring offer up a heavy dose of romance. From dreamy chiffon to romantic organza and soft tulle, this trend appeals to the goddess in all of us. These fabrics dominated the New York runways this season and have been paired with delicate layers and cascading ruffles to deliver a feeling of ethereal beauty.

When choosing a dress with texture you want to keep the details confined to either the bodice or the skirt. Heavy or ornate details and textures on the skirt should always be balanced with a more simplistic bodice and vice versa. You also want to make sure you choose a dress you can wear, as opposed to a dress that is wearing you. The perfect wedding gown should enhance your existing beauty and not steal the spotlight away from you. Keep these things in mind when selecting your gown and you are sure to walk away with your perfect dress! We have received some amazing gowns this week and our brides are loving them. Don’t wait to find your dress! Appointments are filling up fast as wedding season heats up. We look forward to seeing you soon!

The 5 Hottest Spring Trends | Old Hollywood Glamour

This week we are covering the 5 hottest trends for bridal gowns for spring. We are so excited to show you the amazing new dresses we are receiving on a daily basis.

What once was old is new again. Vintage glamour is back in a big way. Think 40’s and 50’s old Hollywood screen sirens. Delicate fabrics, simple silhouettes and an all around elegant simplicity are what this trend is all about. These gowns will show off your figure and those feminine curves. Minimal beadwork and clean lines are what attract brides to this style. If this is your style, call us today so we can show you the dresses we received TODAY that are vintage inspired and have a truly amazing fit! We are so happy to finally have these dresses in our store.

And as always, we have everything you need for your big day. In addition to bridal gowns, we have bridesmaids dresses, flower girl dresses, tuxedo rentals, jewelry created in-house, custom veils, head pieces, shoes, cake toppers and so much more. We look forward to seeing you very soon!