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Before You Shop For Your Wedding Dress

Shopping for a wedding dress is an exciting time in any woman’s life. It is your chance to be the center of attention and choose something that makes you feel amazing on your special day. But sometimes the stress and anxiety of the day tends to rain on the bride-to-be’s parade. To ensure that you get the most out of the time, there are several things that you can do to plan ahead. When things go smoothly, you have a better time and feel more comfortable with the experience.

wedding dress from Mori Lee

Look at Pictures to Get Some Ideas

Bridal magazines are everywhere, so take advantage of all the photos provided. Which dresses stand out to you? Are there some that you absolutely love and others that you are not interested in at all? Before you try on one dress, you have the opportunity to see what is out there and get some idea of what type of wedding dress you like.

Some brides choose to tear pages out from their favorite magazines to bring along with them while trying on dresses. This can help the stylist at the boutique narrow down the dresses that she brings to the bride. Others will share the photos with friends to try to get everyone looking for similar dresses.

Come Up with a Budget

When you walk into a boutique, it can be easy to become overwhelmed with the number of dresses available. The prices range from inexpensive to downright outrageous and you need to know where you stand as far as the budget goes. How much money are you going to spend on your dress? Does the amount include the shoes, the veil, the accessories and the undergarments? You don’t need to have an exact figure in mind, but you may want to come up with a range. If you are determined to stick to the budget, only try on dresses that you know are priced right for you.

Bridal Gown by Alfred Angelo Disney

Gather Up a Group of Friends and Family You Trust

It helps to bring along a couple of friends or family members to enjoy the experience along with you. However, make sure that you are surrounding yourself with people that will make the time enjoyable for you. You want friends that will allow you to make your own decisions and not sway you one way or the other. You also want friends that will be honest with you when a wedding dress you try on is not flattering or just isn’t your style.

Make Several Appointments at Local Boutiques

Don’t assume that you can just show up at the local bridal boutiques and try on dresses. Most want brides to make an appointment. A specialist will work with the bride to choose dresses, try them on and talk about any adjustments that need to be made. Getting those dresses off and on can be a real challenge and it helps to have a professional around. This person will remind you to try on your dress with heels to make sure you have the right length and explain some of the bustling options.

Choose Suitable Clothing

Because you are going to be trying on multiple dresses at multiple locations, make sure that you dress in comfortable clothes that are still going to be appropriate for boutique shopping. You don’t want anything that takes a long time to take off or put back on. Many brides look for items from couturecandy.com. Wherever you shop, make sure they have a wide range of comfortable clothing that still has that designer look. The more comfortable and confident you are the day you begin to try on wedding dresses, the more enjoyable the experience will be.

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Planning Your Wedding Budget – Areas Where You Could Save Some Cash

It can be tough reaching a compromise when you’re planning your wedding. Many brides-to-be want to blow their budget, much to the horror of their exasperated fiancé. However, there are plenty of ways you can save cash on some of the smaller things, freeing up the budget for the things you really want to splash out on. By sitting down together and making a budget, you can decide what you could compromise on, and where you’d like to splurge, like the dress and honeymoon. Here are just a few of the areas where cutting costs can be easy.

Sophia Tolli Bridal Collection
Sophia Tolli Bridal Dress

Transport

Many people choose a big white limo or luxury car for their entrance, but think about whether this is necessary. If you are having your ceremony and reception in the same place, then you may not even need a wedding car. However, if you need to make a great entrance, then consider whether having a friend drive your car is an option. If you’re buying a new car soon anyway, then choosing a car on finance can allow you something more luxurious. Add some ribbons and you’ve got a gorgeous, cheap wedding car. Look into an online car loan specialist for further details. You could also borrow a car for the day from a friend or family member who is a car lover. Lots of people own classic cars, SUVs or other vehicles suitable for a wedding, and loaning you their keys for the day could even be their wedding gift to you. With the average wedding limo costing $753 for the day, saving that cash means a big chunk of change to spend elsewhere.

Photography

Although a photographer’s job isn’t easy, they know they can add another zero to the end of their price when it comes to photographing a wedding. It’s not something you want to go too cheap on, as it’s important to have great memories, but consider some other options to cut down the estimate. Many photography students will do the job for a reasonable price, in exchange for using your photos in their portfolio. Have a look through their sample work before making a decision, and if possible get references from previous weddings they have covered. You should be able to find amateur or student photographers advertising on sites like Craigslist, and they are often very talented and enthusiastic.

Cut down on having to have a second wedding photographer at the reception by asking guests to take plenty of candid shots. Couples used to supply disposable cameras, but with so many cellphones around, this is slightly dated. Open a Flickr account and give guests the username and password. They can then upload their photos after the ceremony, meaning you have them all in one place online.

Angelina Faccenda Wedding Dresses
Angelina Faccenda Bridal Gown

Cake

The wedding cake is the centerpiece of the reception, and bakers certainly know how to charge for their creations. Save money by ordering a small but beautiful tiered cake, then having sheet cakes in the kitchen to be cut up and served. Your guests won’t even notice the difference, and everyone is happy as long as they get a slice. Some couples have even gone for fake tiers on a wedding cake, with only the top tier being edible. This can be a good idea if you want something elaborate, but just don’t have the budget. With cakes costing anything from $300 to over $1,000 at times, it’s certainly an area where you want to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth. Speak to your cake maker and be honest about your budget and requirements, together you can find a style that suits your pocket.

Hair and beauty

When it comes to beauty treatments, seeking out talented family members could save you nearly $500. A trainee hairdresser can usually manage a simple up-do, and a make up loving friend can give you and your bridal party a glamorous look. Visit the make up counters of department stores for a free consultation and to stock up on products, and always make sure you do a run through before the big day. If you decide to try some at home beauty treatments like waxing or facials, never ever do them the night before the wedding. If you have any allergic reactions, you’ll need a few days to recover, and products like face masks can cause nasty break outs the next day. Give yourself a couple of days to recover before the ceremony.

Although everyone wants to have the most beautiful wedding possible, every bride has to compromise on one or two aspects of their day. By cutting down on some of the smaller details, you’ll have the money to spoil yourself in other ways, so plan your budget carefully and you’ll have a day to remember. Visit www.BestForBride.com for more tips.

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Graceful Guidance: Essential Tips and Tricks for the Mother of the Bride to Shine!

Watching your son or daughter tie the knot will be one of your life’s most poignant and exciting moments! As the proud matriarch of your family, you will want to be at your absolute best on the big day.

To help you get organized, we’ve put together a quick guide of tips and tricks – just for the mother of the bride! With our suggestions, you can be certain of looking wonderful as you enjoy the ceremony and reception:

Choose The Right Colors For Your Own Dress –

Avoiding snowy white or off-white gowns is important – mother of the bride dresses and evening dresses should never compete with the bride’s own white wedding dress.

Pastels are a safe choice, but they may also wash you out! Don’t be afraid to inject a little color into your wedding ensemble! If you choose a pale pastel for your outfit, try to balance things with a bright lipstick or gemstone necklace.

You don’t have to match the bridesmaid dresses – you can just stay in the same color family if you’re more comfortable with that. Some mothers of the bride actually prefer to choose an evening dress or suit that is in marked contrast to the bridesmaids gowns!

Ask the bride and groom-to-be for advice if you aren’t sure – chances are, they will have a vision in mind for their entire wedding party…

As we age, our skin can lose a little rosiness – stronger jewel tones like golden topaz, sapphire blue,  rich purple or intense magenta can put color near the face where needed.

How you will look is largely dependent on the fit of your dress, and whether its color scheme gels with your hair color, eye color, and skin tone. A brighter jacket with a darker suit or dress underneath can be slimming and very chic.

However, you will always need to match the brightness of your outfit with appropriate makeup. You don’t have to overdo it – or even change your regular makeup very much – just add a touch of vibrant color where it really matters.

Pay Attention To Your Makeup

You will be in the spotlight on the big day! Take care to moisturize well, blot your face with a tissue to remove shine, and then do a careful makeup that highlights your best features. For photographs, a little definition around the eyes, and deeper color on the lips, can be great ways to make the most of your natural beauty.

Lightly filling in the brows with a soft eyeshadow ( it should be one or two shades darker than your hair) or brow pencil can be a great way to look more “awake” in photos!

An age-defying foundation can even out your complexion, creating an ideal base for “party” makeup. You don’t need to put foundation everywhere – leaving it off your forehead and cheeks may look more natural.

Using base on the chin, nose (and around the nose), and under the eyes (if you don’t use concealer) may be more than enough. Powder should be applied lightly with a large brush. Patting powder on with a puff can leave you looking chalky.

If you’re wearing cool colors (icy blue, royal blue, true red, emerald green, pink, lavender), be sure your makeup palette isn’t warm or neutral. Conversely, avoid makeup that fights these tones if you’re wearing warm shades like topaz, cinnamon, or burnt orange. Knowing your own coloring is the key to looking great at your child’s wedding!

Dress For Your Body Type

Dressing for your body type is the perfect way to look longer, leaner, and more proportional at the wedding. If you’re curvier, with fuller breasts and hips, be sure to opt for a style that nips in at the waist! Creating a balanced hour-glass silhouette will flatter your natural body type.

When shopping at a bridal boutique, look for an A-line skirt – it can be very attractive on this body type. Avoid anything too tight or too clinging – a slightly heavier fabric (stiff silk or satin versus filmy chiffon, for example) will provide the coverage and support you need.

Wear the right undergarments – a good bra with heavier straps can be a great investment. Even modern-day girdles or support garments have come a long way, and they can give you extra confidence when all eyes are on you. Look at Spanx or similar, pantyhose styles…

For slimmer mothers of the bride, sheath dresses or chemises can be lovely choices. In general, any cut that follows the leaner lines of your body, without being too snug, will look appropriate and flattering. Avoid ruffles or other frou-frou details – unless you really love them! Shoot for simple sophistication and clean lines – when shopping at the wedding store, add glamor by choosing fun heels, pretty accessories, and stylish colors.

Get Your Hair Done Professionally

You will invest so much energy in supporting the bride-to-be and groom-to-be – remember to pamper yourself, too! A fresh color and blowout will make you feel more pulled-together as you enjoy your child’s wedding. Don’t experiment too much or get too creative – go to a colorist and stylist you know and trust.

Relax And Have Fun!

Your attitude and sense of inner joy is really what makes you most beautiful on your son or daughter’s wedding day! Once you’ve planned out your wedding outfit, accessories, and jewelry, you will be all set to relax and enjoy the thrilling experience!

Plan ahead and get organized – make beauty appointments well in advance, buy any makeup items, lingerie, and other accessories, and tuck the whole shebang away in a garment bag (and cosmetic case). Being 100 percent ready for the wedding will allow you to relax and really be there for your child as he or she gets married!

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How To Coordinate Bridesmaids’ Dresses With The Rest Of The Wedding Party.

A wedding is one of the most special events of anyone’s life. It is a day that will be remembered and treasured for a lifetime. The beauty of that moment depends in a large part on getting the details right ahead of time. One essential detail is the bridesmaids’ dresses.

After Six Bridesmaid Dresses

There is a lot to consider when deciding on the best dresses for your bridesmaids. These are your best friends and you want the wedding to be a happy, treasured memory for them, too. It will be, if they have dresses they are proud to wear.

Planning for an elaborate wedding should begin early. One of the first things a bride and her family should do is set a budget and stick to it. The wedding planners should then allocate these funds, making sure to reserve a generous portion for the wedding dress, the mother-of-the-bride dress, and the bridesmaids’ dresses.

Mori Lee Bridesmaid Dresses
Mori Lee Bridesmaid Dresses

Mori Lee Bridesmaid Dresses

Before going any further with the dresses, decide on the theme of the wedding itself. Is it to be a Valentine’s Day or Christmas wedding, or one held in a special location like a ski lodge or out of doors in the Springtime? Each special event requires different colors and different materials.

Then consider the personalities of each person in your wedding party. Some may shine in flashy, sexy dresses, while others would prefer longer, more-subdued, traditional dresses. After gathering these facts, it is time to begin shopping.

First of all, do consider the season and the theme. A Christmas theme can be the traditional red and green or perhaps a shimmering metallic silver and gold. The dresses don’t all have to be the same color as long as they stay in the same theme.

In mid-winter, bridesmaids and the mother of the bride will want warmer clothes. Accessories like wraps or coats can be of the same color while the dresses can be multi-hued. This time of year may be right, too, for everyone to wear more-traditional, longer dresses.

A Spring wedding though, especially one held outdoors, is an excellent time for your bridesmaids to rival the flowers in variety and color. Now the only coordination possible is a common pastel theme.

If they want different styles of dresses from revealing and sexy to modest and traditional, there is no reason why they should not have them. Don’t the flowers in a Springtime bed compete with each other in style and color and still make a harmonious, attractive whole?

The mother-of the-bride dress should be unique in style and color but still be in keeping with the theme of the wedding. After the bride herself, there is no other woman in the party more special. She should have something that reflects her personality and makes her stand out. She should definitely not be dressed as though she were one of the bridesmaids.

Anyone planning a wedding should keep in mind budget, time of year, and theme of the wedding. These things should definitely be considered when picking the wedding dress, mother-of-the-bride dress, and bridesmaids’ dresses. Good choices on these vital components will go a long way towards making the wedding a treasured memory.