Inspiration & Information for Modern Brides & Grooms
Really love the classic styles of Eden Bridal’s Bridesmaid collection. The cocktail dresses are so fun and dramatic at the same time. They have so many styles, fabrics, and colors to choose from, you can find one to match any theme. The vintage cobalt halter dress is very vintage, and reminiscent of a 1950’s starlet! You can also dress all the girls in your bridal party, they have flower girl dresses as well as bridal gowns.
All photos courtesy of Eden Bridal.
Check out these beautiful and fun Bridesmaids dresses by Monique Lhuillier, perfect for Spring! I really love the navy halter dress with the vintage wrap bodice, and the fabric on the green dress is also gorgeous. She has really cute cuts and designs in great colors, everything from casual party styles to draped and formal. Visit her site for other beautiful Bridesmaids dresses, as well as her stunning Bridal gown collection.
Stunning gowns with a very vintage and era specific type feel. I am just in love with all of her designs. What perfect dresses for a modern wedding with vintage influences. The fabric is particularly delicious, with silky smooth shine that flows beautifully in the cut, and the pairing of beading and sheer fabrics is also gorgeous. Plenty of dramatic, starlet cuts, as well as modest, vintage cuts that suit anyone. See more on her website here.
Just breath taking fabrics and cuts, with little details that just make these dresses one of a kind. I’m not sure I’ve been so in love with every single dress one designer has made. I’m just thrilled about discovering Jenny Packham and her stunning wedding gowns!
For those on a budget, and those planning a “Green” wedding, H&M is releasing a fantastic line just for you. Their new “Garden Collection” will include items that are made of sustainable and organic materials. Did I mention that in this collection are some of the cutest dresses that scream fabulous bridesmaid (with a conscience)? Found this great collection via Oh Joy! Blog.
Many people wouldn’t consider the idea of getting married in an H&M dress, but for some people it isn’t all about the dress’ label, and they have some pretty cute styles in their sustainable collection for the modern bride looking for a sweet and simple cocktail look. Maybe a less flashy dress for a civil ceremony?
See all of these and more here, and read about the project, and how it is sustainable here.
Nothing says Romance like France, and the Parisians clearly know how to make a wedding dress. I came across Cymbeline of Paris, specializing in stunning wedding dresses and gowns. Check out some of their gorgeous designs that match the breathtaking backdrops. Nothing compliments a dress better than great photography in a location as beautiful as Paris. You could look at this shoot all day.
Bold cuts and colors are also something they specialize in, balancing out the simple and traditional gowns they also offer.
I love the unique details they incorporate. Very elegant and simple but still makes a statement. The layered ruffles make for such a soft silhouette, and are so deliciously cloud like.
So in love with the simple, black satin bow on this dress, and the ankle strap heels with the tule.
Continuing with our three day “Green” celebration, here are more ways to incorporate eco-friendly details into your wedding. As promised, today we’ll talk about alternatives for the ring (both engagement and wedding band) and the dress (for you and your maids).
When it comes to diamonds, you may think that buying “conflict free” is an eco-friendly and humane alternative, where it is definitely the latter (read up and understand why buying “conflict free” is so important), it isn’t clean of leaving a carbon footprint. Both gold and diamond mines produce waste that include toxins such cyanide and mercury, which seriously affect the water and environment alike. Vintage and antique rings are a 100% clean alternative. Yes, they are used, but they come in more styles and at a much cheaper price than whats in retail stores. The other great thing is that they are unique, you are the only one with that exact ring. That’s more meaningful than a mass produced ring. As for wedding bands, go for recycled metals, or re-used diamonds, often salvaged from old estate jewelry.
As for the dress, you might not want to comprise on, but maybe you’re unaware of just how many options you have. There is a variety of resources for choosing the perfect dress with a conscience. You can buy vintage, gently used, or recycled.
Vintage: Unique, one of a kind, well preserved vintage dresses are a great choice to have some retro flair in your wedding. There is every style, every cut, every color you could wish for, as most of the fashion of today’s dresses are just based on retro styles anyway. Check out Vintageous.com.
Gently Used: Lets be honest, a used wedding dress is probably the most pure form of the word “used” as you know it was only worn on one occasion. You can trust it is in good condition, check out BravoBride.com or RecycledBride.com.
Recycled: If you’re particularly crafty, you can make a unique dress by using second hand or thrift dresses and making your own with the fabrics.
Same goes for shoes and bridesmaid dresses. A great way to recycle is to sell your dress and other items post wedding just as the brides did whom you bought from!
Useful Articles:
@ Stress Away Bridal
@ Environment Canada
Choosing the neckline for your dress will be one of the biggest factors involving deciding on your gown. There are a variety of cuts to choose from, and some are flattering only to specific body types. So even if you had your heart set on strapless, be sure it will compliment your best attributes.
