THE PAINTED BRIDE

OK! I admit, I tune in to My Fair Wedding on Sunday nights. Not because I love the huge ego or the over the top productions that 99% of you will never have. But, because every once in a while there is a germ of an idea that sparks my interest. This past Sunday, one of those sparks perked up my curiosity. The bride was given hand painted shoes for her wedding. They were beautiful. So, I went in search of more hand painted and lovely things to make your day more personal. I will get to the shoes in a bit.

First, I think the hand painted signs that guide your guests to their destinations and the "Bride" and "Groom" chair markers are so sweet. This pretty sign that leads you to your country wedding is from Shore Chic. It sets the tone for this darling little wedding in the woods. But, you can customize your sign to fit any venue or theme.

Now, to the shoes! There are other companies that do this, but B Gall was my favorite. These beautifully painted shoes will be amazing peeking out of your gown. Figgie Shoes is also a fun company to find unique shoes that will say "here comes the bride" and surprise your guests. Now, you will want to know that you can also have a hand painted gown. This was not easy to find. It took me some time to find a designer and a photo. I found a gorgeous Carolina Herrera gown on Martha Stewart. But, it was an older style and in black and white. But, I did find a Vera Wang with a hand painted bodice with crystal beaded accents. And, I found this amazing designer, Samuelle- who would make a post on her own some day- who does hand painting and hand dipping of her fabrics. The gowns are ethereal and romantic. Chloe has hand painted flowers on the neckline.
Jane Wilson- Marquis is another designer who does painted gowns. These are some of her lovely things, perfect for the non- traditional bride. You may find other designers who do custom work and there are Etsy sites that sell these hand painted dresses. I just love the idea of having this original artwork oh a wedding gown.
How about hand painted invitations? I found these gems from two of my favorite companies- Momental Designs and Starry Night Design Studio- who also does hand painted aisle runners.

Another wonderful designer who does custom aisle runners, candles, parasols and other details, is I Do Originals. Kristen is lovely to work with and her work is beautiful.

And, who could resist the beauty of a hand painted wedding cake? These two cakes are just a sample of the many designs I found. The lovebirds is a picture created by Superfine Bakery. The sweet floral cake- your something blue, comes from the talents of Whipped Bake Shop.

And, finally, a few little details that just caught my eye. the Original Bridal Hanger/ Allegro Art is a wonderful little Etsy shop that creates pretty things like these bridal hangers and toasting flutes for the entire wedding party. These are a great gift for the bride- a perfect way to showcase her gown for pictures. And, a little extra for the wedding party to celebrate your special day.





















Let your imagination run wild and do a little digging and you will find many more ways to personalize your wedding with hand painted art. Oh- and for a perfect way to document you day with art- besides your photos, is to have a portrait of the wedding done by the talented Joan Zylkin. Joan will set up her easel and paint your day. You will have a piece of art for your home and a special memory to enjoy for many years. I enjoyed creating this post. I hope you do.

THE WEDDING PAVILION: THE DESIGNERS

Welcome back to The Wedding Pavilion with me. Today, I want to tell you about some of the wonderful designers that the Wedding Pavilion carries. Do you know that you can dress your entire wedding party- including the mothers at The Wedding Pavilion? There are so many fabulous choices here. Pronovias, Stephanie James and Matthew Christopher are among the most cutting edge bridal designers at The Wedding Pavilion. Whether you are looking for a figure hugging and dramatic sheath, a formal ballgown or a smashing, yet informal short dress for a country wedding, The Wedding Pavilion has a dress that will blow you away.

Dressing our maids is easy at The Wedding Pavilion. Watters, Jenny Yoo and Alvina Valenta are among the fashion forward designers you will find on the 2nd floor of the salon. Short or long, chiffon or taffeta, lots of color options and a great staff to help you decide. You will truly enjoy the process here, at The Wedding Pavilion and you will leave relaxed and assured that the dresses will arrive on time and fit right.

Lets not forget the moms. There is a whole building devoted to dressing the two most important ladies in yours and your groom's life Designers like Stephen Yearick and Rose Taft are among the stars of eveningwear designers. You will find everything your mother needs to put together the perfect look to make her feel beautiful.
Shoes, jewelry, headpieces, purses- all things you will find glittering all over the salon. Some of the most trendsetting designers, such as Sara Gabriel, decorate the salon with their finishing touches for your your special day.

You can make your wedding day attire shopping a one stop, stress free and stunning experience with a trip to The Wedding Pavilion. So, contact The Wedding Pavilion for your appointment to have that special one on one attention that every bride deserves.

Next Week: Custom Designs at The Wedding Pavilion

YOUR BHLDN

Some inspiration for spring from BHLDN! I just love the simplicity and femininity of these designs. They are comfortable, pretty as a picture and so versatile. Do you know you can log on and create your own "Moodboards" for your wedding? You can see others creations and also peek into BHLDN's own "Moodboards". Capture your wedding style and create a one of a kind day for yourself and your maids. Have fun!



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WOW! WOW! WEDZU!!

There is a new place to find really wonderful things for your wedding! It's called Wedzu and it is full of all kinds of things for your big day. Similar to Etsy, these are things you won't find anywhere else. From dresses to cake toppers to gifts for the wedding party, I was pleased to find so many pretty and unique items. There is even a place to order custom designs to fit your wedding theme.
Here are just a few of the beautiful things you will find on Wedzu:




















The dress:
Applique wedding dress by Latrisha
Flora Dress by Latrisha
Long Beach Island Chiffon Gown by Ting
Scarlet Silk by Tatyana Merenyuk
Encantador Gown by ktjean
The April Dress by Latrisha

















Accessories and gifts:
Custom bow ties by xoelle
Bridal and Bridesmaid Custom Purses by Cute and Unique
Custom Cufflinks by Bella Moda
Peacock Flower Bridal Hair Clip by Misun Bridal Couture
Aimee Earrings by Laura Stark
Layer Cake Wedding Necklace by Nicole for Flora Bond



















Ceremony and Reception:
Bride and Groom Chair Signs by Signs of Vintage
Custom Cake Banner by Ready Go
Flower Seed Favors by The Papery Nook
Modern Poppy Ring Pillow by Evie S


There are so many fabulous things that I could post photos all day! But, that would take the fun out of you going to Wedzu and seeing for yourself. No matter your budget, no matter your taste, Wedzu has something to make your wedding a statement of who you are. So, visit Wedzu today and see what you can find to make your "once in a lifetime." even more special!

Wedzu is all about weddings. Especially indie, handmade, awesome weddings.

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POSH VEILS

More incredible headpieces and veils for all of you edgy brides! This new little company has an array of gorgeous and unique touches for you to finish off your bridal look in style. Posh Veils is another fabulous place to go if you don't want the traditional veil. Thanks, Sharon, for letting me know about Posh Veils. Enjoy these, ladies, and then go visit Posh Veils for your veil. Tell them Wendy sent you and get a 25% discount for a limited time.

A PERFECT MARRIAGE

Today a little eye candy! Spring has to come soon and with it, the dreams of a summer wedding. So, I put together some lovely images of some frothy gowns and matching headpieces. Just a little inspiration for all you brides who need some help deciding how to be the most beautiful bride.
These dreamy confections are all from Amy Jo Tatum. Amy Jo combines vintage inspiration with modern touches and creates luscious and feminine gowns and headpieces that are one of a kind.

Here, the new and exciting designs of BHLDN. More comfortable and informal, these gowns are perfect for an outdoor or beach wedding. If you want something totally modern and sweet, but still want to look like the bride, then see these dresses.












Dramatic, feminine and exquisite! These are words that come to mind when I see Claire Pettibone gowns and Twigs and Honey headpieces. Together they are the perfect marriage of bridal elegance and a unique look. With a vintage feel, Claire Pettibone and Twigs and Honey will make you feel like you stepped back in time to a more romantic and ethereal era.










Finally, There is Priscilla of Boston. This beautiful ballgown with a touch of pink is a perfect dress for a warm weather wedding. Add this little veil with silk cherry blossoms from Honeycomb and you have a fairy princess look. This Melissa Sweet froth is like a cloud floating up the aisle. Combine it with this lovely headband from Twigs and Honey and you can be the Queen of the May.

Whatever your bridal style, whatever your budget, you can be lovely and delicious when you meet your prince at the end of that aisle- even if it is in the forest, in a meadow or in the sand. There are so many alternatives to the traditional wedding gown. Most importantly, BE THE BRIDE! It is your one chance to wow the crowd, so don't settle and don't bargain shop. A quality garment from a reputable salon is always a more cost effective choice. Taking chances from an unconventional source or from the internet can wind up costing you time, money and heartache. So, be smart and have fun. You owe it to yourself to look your best and feel beautiful on such an important day!




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HEADS ABOVE

Looking at these incredible images every day in the dreamy posts and beautiful weddings, I needed to share them with you! If you don't know about Twigs and Honey- you need to know about them. If you are not the traditional bride with a long veil or if you are looking for something to change into at your wedding celebration, you have to see the entire collection of headpieces from Twigs and Honey. You will also find perfumes, belts and, soon to come, garters and jewelry. I LOVE Twigs and Honey, I go there just to see the pretty pictures. But, you can go there and find that special touch for your wedding attire.

WITH THIS RINGBOX

The Frosted Petticoat, a new shop on Etsy with a perfect little box for the proposal and the ring pillow. This little shop was born out of a bride's vision to "not" use one of those white ring pillows. She took the box that her engagement ring came from and added some crystals and cameos from her grandmother and Viola! Now, you can have such a box ( hint to the future grooms) and use it for the ring pillow and then to store you rings in when you take them off. What a lovely idea.

And, if a traditional garter isn't your thing- try one of these beaded ones! What a wonderful new idea to make your wedding stand out.

















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TRUNK SHOWS AT BRIDAL REFLECTIONS

It's that time of year! Trunk shows everywhere for all the new brides to be. Here, at Bridal Reflections, there are two exciting trunk shows coming up. The Eve of Milady trunk show is set for March 4- 6. These dresses can be seen by appointment at the Fifth Avenue store.
Eve of Milady dresses are exquisitely detailed bridal gowns of the most luxurious fabrics, embroidery, yards and yards of train-Eve of Milady gowns seem fit for any royal wedding. Best known for their lovely bridal ball gowns, Eve of Milady also creates perfect empire waist dresses, trumpet or fluted skirts, chapel and cathedral train gowns to remember. Eve is famous for their bodices and signature drop waist with dip at the small of the back, together creating a perfectly fitted silhouette.

Special Pricing. By Appointment.

The other fabulous trunk show coming to Bridal Reflections Fifth Avenue store is the Ines Di Santo on March 11- 13.

Ines Di Santo’s Haute Couture bridal designs are breathtakingly
innovative, luxurious with contemporary style. Ines Di Santo’s creations portray a variety of looks and styles, catering to even the most distinct and individual bride and personality. When asked to describe what women should look for in a bridal gown, Ines responds: “A wedding gown is an expression of the bride’s personality. Her dress should complement her figure, her mannerisms and mirror her personal style and aura.”

Special Pricing. By Appointment.

Bridal Reflections has three locations in the New York area for the bride, the bridal party and for other special occasions. They pride themselves on their service and their wide selection of gowns and accessories. So, don't miss your chance to view these gowns at the trunk shows. Call and make your appointment today.

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BHLDN-ANTHROPOLOGIE BRIDE

Today, Anthropologie unveiled it's new bridal line. To say that these delicate and feminine beauties are beautiful is an understatement! How do you choose just one? This is just a sample of the dresses you will find at BHLDN, the SHOP. In true Anthropologie fashion, the designers have taken the most incredible fabrics, the most intricate detail and a flair for the au natural and wrapped it all around these very special wedding gowns. "Understated charm" and an artistic eye for creating a memorable dress for a most memorable occasion- your wedding- that is what BHLDN does. The name, inspired by a Dutch word for "to keep" and stories of family and friends, put in motion the dream and the inspiration for these creations. In their own words...












































"We want, more than anything, to help a woman create an event that reflects her own unique perspective… to a tee. We want to give a bride that edit she’s been searching for—with heirloom-quality wedding gowns, artisanal hair adornments, footwear, and lingerie. And we want happy bridesmaids—in mix-and-match frocks with rich hues and unexpected details."

But it goes beyond the dress. Our goal, and the reason we drape, fold bustle and stitch, is to start a conversation with our customer—to build a resource where she can come to find inspiration and to share with those closest to her, as well as our broader coterie. BHLDN’s story is unfolding; and we’ll look to our customer for cues and guidance going forward."

Besides wedding gowns, you will find headpieces, jewelry, shoes, lingerie and bridesmaid dresses.

















There are wraps, belts, gloves, floral hair accessories, a full sizing chart, ordering and return policies and everything you need to order the gown of your dreams.





























































So, explore BHLDN and see all the lovely that there is to see!!



Be you. Be loved. BHLDN


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