Groomsmen: Colored Pants

I've been seeing this trend lately of colored pants for the groomsmen. It's popping up everywhere, and I gotta say, I am not loving it.

Am I the only one??



By Julie Mikos via Elizabeth Anne Designs




By Lauren Kinsey Photography via Every Last Detail

What do you guys think? 



Bridesmaids Dresses: Twobirds

We've heard how brides may choose ugly bridesmaids dresses so that they are not overshadowed by their girlfriends. However, I think this is a bit of an exaggeration. As much as the bride wants it to be her day, I don't think she wants ugly bridesmaids. Then the pictures will be ugly, who wants that?

Anyway, I came across this bridesmaid dress from twobirds that is the epitome of awesometastic! It looks ultra comfortable, and you can wrap it 15 different ways (probably more), and it is extremely cute! It can work on literally any and every body type out there. You can't look bad in this dress.
 


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 Each bridesmaid can choose her favorite style! I love the straps in the back!

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 There is every color you can imagine and you can do short or long!

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I am seriously in love with this find! There are so many beautiful possibilities. And not to be cliche, but this is defintiely one dress that I would wear again. And again and again and again. I kind of want it in every color for myself.

Check out the twobirds website for more colors and styles and how to tie your dress!

What do you think?

Friday Funday: Boutonnieres

Its not only the girls who get to have the fun on their wedding day. The groom is just as important ladies!!One way he can express himself is through his boutonierre! It doesn't always have to be pretty flowers. Let your man show his personality!


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Whether it be sports, cars, music, or even cooking, the possibilities are endless! Give your guy a chance to have his day too :)

Candyland Contest

Verve Studio photographed this fantastic Candyland Themed session that I just had to share with you guys right away! Not only do you get to feast your eyes on these gorgeous photos, but you can win something at the same time! Check it out.

Doesn't it look scrumptious!

These photos are really making me want to do a candy themed wedding.

Thank you to Krystal Radlinski of Verve Studio for the magnificently amazing photos!

Here are the awesome vendors and how to enter the contest:

Fashion: Lazaro gowns, Jim Hjelm gown, Solutions Bridal, and a Pettiskirt
Hair: Sabrina Johns of 6th Street Station
Decor: Susan Minter of The Event Divas
Make-up: Kara Winslow
Stationary: Giovanni Lugo at Footstone Ink
Photography: Krystal Radlinski of Verve Studio

Enter to win one of these wonderful prizes on The Bridal Closet Blog by THIS FRIDAY, May 27th!

2 VIP Tickets to the Solutions Bridal Expo this September (Valued at $50)
50 customized Save The Date invitations from Giovanni at Footstone Ink. (Valued at $270)
A Floral Confection Cake from Susan Minter at The Event Divas (Valued at $
Crystal Pendant Earrings from Solutions Bridal (Valued at $80)
and for the Grand Prize... a Full Makeover!
Cut, Color and Style by Sabrina Johns at 6th Street Station
Full Make-up by Kara Winslow
Fashion-style Facebook Profile shoot by Krystal at Verve Studio

Simply "Like" each of the vendor Facebook links (just above) and leave a comment on the Solutions Blog telling us why you need a makeover and new Facebook profile photoshoot! Solutions Bridal will choose winners by close of business this Friday using an online random number generator and contact winners.

The contest ends this Friday so enter ASAP!

Best of Luck!!

Feathered friends

Here are three fabulous ways to incorporate feathers into your wedding:

1. Spice up a pair of otherwise plain heels.

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2. Carry them down the aisle... so glamorous!

Via Karen Tran Florals

3. Send them via snail mail.

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Beau-Ties

Bowties are great for mixing and matching among your groomsmen!  With so many colors and textures to choose from, surely you can find the perfect one for your fiance!

These Forage ties from Something's Hiding in Here are unique yet totally coordinate-able.

Now this is one sharp-looking groom, dontcha think?

Photo from Love and Lavendar

And if you need a little how-to help... :)

Photo from The Local Crank

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Dash for the Dress!

If you are getting married soon, and want a good deal on a gown, jewelry, accessories, bridesmaid's dresses, veils, headpieces... anything wedding!

Come to the Dash for the Dress! On June 26th at Solutions Bridal, you'll get a great deal on a dress, starting at $99! 

Dress Week: Red Dress!

Whether you are doing a red Christmas themed wedding, or it is just your favorite color, a red dress can really bring some flair into your wedding.  It is a unique way to bring out your personality, the modern woman today is beginning to steer away from the traditional wedding dress.

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Dress Week: Pink Dress!

Lindsay's pink dress could not have been more perfect for her!  How fun is this couple? 

Photography by: Verve Studio

Dress Week: Teal Dress!

Brides have the ability now to wear whatever dress they want.  Want to wear a teal dress on your wedding day? Go for it!  Look at how well this dress brings out this bride's personality! We think she is awesome-tastic!

Photography by: Munoz Photography

Dress Week: Short Black Dress!

A black wedding dress is certainly not for everyone.  But this slimming and classic look would be perfect for a cocktail party style wedding. 

Monique Lhullier

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Dress Week: The Little White Dress!

This week we are going to focus on all of the new trends in wedding dresses!  Today is the "Little White Dress".  Short wedding dresses are huge right now, and we are totally loving this trend.  This vintage inspired look is fun and sassy, and brings a unique style to your wedding day.  What do you think?

Photography by: Rae Leytham Photography

Alternative Headpieces

We are loving all the new trends in wedding headpieces!  Steering away from the classic tiara or real flowers, there are some very unique new fashions that may fit perfectly to your style.  From a bold, sassy, and vintage look with the birdcage vail, to a sweet, delicate, and whimsical look with a feathered headpiece, we love them all!  Which is your favorite?

The Birdcage Vail

The Silk Flower

The Feathered Headpiece

The Headband

All of these fabulous handmade creations can be found at Etsy.

Boutonniere Alternatives

A fun way to spice up your groom and his groomsmen's suits is by adding a fun boutonniere! There are plenty of ways to accessorize the guys without flowers while still keeping with the color palette. Check out some of these trendy new boutonniere ideas using some other ingredients besides just a flower. We especially like the ones that add a personal touch to your guy. Be creative! After all, it's his wedding too!

DIY Flower Alternatives:

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Feathers:

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What are some fun ways you dressed up your groom's boutonniere?

Wrap it Up

With winter weather quickly approaching, we're encouraging brides to wrap it up and stay warm! Covering your shoulders can be a fabulous detail and another reason for more cute accessories! Not to mention, that look absolutely charming in pictures...

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So we're calling all Winter Brides, what are you wearing to stay warm?

Dash for the Dress

Thrilled to announce that Gainesville's own Solutions Bridal is hosting their 1st annual Dash for the Dress, a charity bridal sample sale. The event is to take place on June 27th from 8AM to 12PM and a portion of the proceeds are to benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Designer Dresses will be priced anywhere from $99-$699 (dresses that are valued up to $5000)! And they will also have some bridesmaids and mother of the bride dresses on sale. But the event will be cash only and they are encouraging brides to get there early because dressing rooms will be limited. Brides, if you are still looking for that perfect dress, who knew you could have a designer one fit your budget!? Please contact Solutions Bridal in Gainesville at (352) 367-0070.

Don'ts...

There are so many Do's and Don'ts for when you are getting married, but these specifically talk about getting measured and ordering your dress.

Don't get measured and then fight with the person ordering your dress about the size. I know it sounds strange to order a size or two larger than what you normally wear. But the designer sizes are wonky... don't take it personally if you wear a size 6 and then they ask you order a size 10... it's not you, it's them!

Don't get measured and order your dress and then get a boob job! Obviously your dress won't fit you the right way, and if you are planning on getting your boobs enhanced order your dress appropriately!

Don't not plan (That means plan!) for what undergarments you are wearing for your dress in advance. If you are wearing Spanx to the wedding, wear them for the fitting, and check and make sure the panties you want to wear with your dress, actually work.

And if you measure strange like me (Bust size 12, waist size 5, hips size 10) Order the larger of the sizes and then have it taken in... I know it stinks, but you have to do what you have to do...

That's just the start... use common sense!

You want to look beautiful and classy and amazing, not like you are going clubbing!

Pick a Dress - any Dress!

Jenna Bush has been given a choice of dresses from 12 major designers for her Texas wedding. They were asked to sketch a dress for Jenna. Check out her choices below.

I think I love #4, Liene at Blue Orchid likes #1, which do you love?


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