4 Ways to Find a Wedding Dress for Less than $500

Although any bride would love to look like a million dollars on her wedding day, the reality is that there are financial tradeoffs to be made.  In this economy, many brides-to-be are finding themselves forced to cut corners on their wedding budget.  That said, all is not lost, and in fact it is possible to […]

The 3 Hottest Trends in Bridesmaid Dresses

One of the most visceral aspects of any wedding is the attire, especially in relation to the bride and the bridesmaids (and secondarily, the mother of the bride).  I’ve written about wedding dresses in the past, but for today’s post I’ll be drilling down and focusing specifically on bridesmaid dress trends for 2012. It’s no […]

Video: The Hottest Summer 2012 Wedding Dress Trends

The old saying, “the trend is your friend,” can be applied to pretty much anything in life, including wedding dress fashion.  And understanding the hot wedding dress trends that emerge from year to year can help ensure that you wear a dress that looks hot and trendy instead of tired and dated. The bottom line […]

How to Choose the Best Mother of the Bride Accessories

One of the most difficult things for me when my daughters got married was trying to finish off my outfit.  I really didn’t have much difficulty finding an elegant evening gown and hairstyle, but I struggled to finish off my look.  And much like the icing on the cake, your wedding accessories can really make […]

Wedding Dresses 101

A wedding is obviously an extremely special day for everyone involved – from the bride and groom to the mother of the bride to the bridal party.  But of course, it is the bride that represents the centerpiece of the entire ceremony. The dress, hairstyle, accessories, makeup – everything gets highlighted when you’re the bride. […]

Wedding Jewelry Tips for Mother of the Bride

As the mother of the bride, you will warrant a lot of attention on your daughter’s big day.  Plus, you are bound to be a central figure in a myriad of wedding pictures. Therefore it is important not to be careless with your overall look on this day, and pay careful attention…especially to the details. While many moms think […]

Wedding Dress Tips for the Plus Size Bride

Let’s face it – finding a dress for a plus size bride (or even mother of the bride) can be a real challenge.  Simply put, your typical wedding outfits and dresses are usually designed for thinner brides. That said, all hope is not lost.  Just follow the advice in this post, be patient, and solicit advice […]

Tips for Mother of the Bride Dresses

There’s no doubt about it – mother of the bride can be a tricky role to play on the big day. You are of course expected to look elegant and chic, but at no time must your ensemble steal the show from your daughter. You must remember that it is very definitely her day and […]