Wedding Dresses + Fashion
The typical "What am I going to wear?!" question just got taken up a notch.
Scroll down to see a bunch of useful articles + ideas about wedding dresses, style, and fashion. Or you can:
- Find wedding dresses and bridal boutiques near you
- Find a Bridal Fair or Trunk Show near you
- Check out our Pinterest boards for stylish wedding ideas
How To Have A Minimalist Wedding
We like to think of minimalism as clearing away the clutter, eliminating the frills, and being very intentional about what you choose to be part of your big day. Here's how to Marie Kondo your wedding.
Top 7 Reasons To Attend A Wedding Show
Thinking of going to a wedding expo? Our bridal fair partners divulge the top 7 reasons why you should!
How To Make Things Easy On Your Bridesmaids
Even though the wedding is technically your big day, you still want your bridesmaids to have a blast along the way! Follow these 12 steps to a blissfully-happy bridal party.
Why You Need a Wedding Day Emergency Kit + What To Include!
This small makeup bag filled with "just in case" items can fix most of those little wedding-day problems—and end up saving the day! Here's a list of 32 items we'd recommend a bride and bridesmaids have handy in an emergency kit for the wedding day, plus a pinnable packing checklist.
Wedding Dress Shopping 101
This is probably the most epic shopping trip of your life—for potentially the most expensive dress you’ll ever wear! No pressure, right? *insert nervous laughter here* But don't worry because we're giving you our best advice on wedding dress shopping so you’ll know how to prep, what to expect, and how to feel fabulous during your appointment.
Groom's Guide to Choosing Wedding Attire
We reached out to our friends at Generation Tux to get some comprehensive info for our grooms, groomsmen, and gals that prefer pantsuits to petticoats. They answer all your wedding attire-related questions, from "What's the difference between a suit and a tuxedo?" to "What accessories should I get?"
Living Coral Wedding Inspiration
Liven up your wedding color palette with the top tint of 2019: Living Coral! Here are a few ways to incorporate Pantone's pick for the 2019 color of the year into your wedding.
Plus-Size Wedding Dresses
A long-neglected segment of the bridal market is finally coming into its own: Plus-Size Wedding Dresses. We're giving you our best plus-size bridal gown shopping tips, as well as a list of plus-size wedding dress designers we love.
Our Love Affair with Kendra Scott’s Color Bar
Recently three of us Guide Gals walked into a bar… No, not that kind of bar (not this time, anyway). It was Kendra Scott’s Color Bar! A place where bridal parties can go crazy with jewelry customization. Perfect if you want to ensure your bridesmaids will wear their pieces long after your wedding day.
Wedding Beauty Timeline
Beauty may be an afterthought when you're knee-deep in wedding planning. You know you need to make time for some beauty prep, but when and where do you start? To make sure you look and feel amazing on your big day, we've created a Wedding Beauty Timeline to help you achieve that blushing bride (or groom!) glow.
13 Signature Wedding Details That AREN’T Cocktails
We've all heard of "signature cocktails," but there are so many more ways to personalize your wedding! Check out our ideas for 13 Signature Wedding Details That AREN’T Cocktails. Your guests will thank you when they don't have such a wicked hangover the next morning.
Ways To Save: Bridal Gowns On A Budget
I paid $220 for my wedding dress. My colleague Jennifer? Got hers for $125. Since we were both footing the bill for our own weddings, there was precious little in the budget for our gowns. But we still looked fabulous! Here are some tried-and-true tips for getting a gorgeous wedding dress on a budget.
Wedding Dress Donations
Consider giving the gift of your wedding gown! Your donation can help a family or bride in need, while also giving your dress new life. And if that's not reason enough to gift your gown, donations are also tax deductible.
9 Bridal Party Gifts That Keep On Giving { and that they'll actually want! }
If you still have "Bridal Party Gifts" on your wedding to-do list, why not consider giving a gift that gives back? We list 9 Bridal Party Gifts That Keep On Giving (and that they'll actually want!). With this list, it'll be easy to find a gift your bridesmaids will love—even before they know the stories behind them.
Brides Want To Know: Trunk Shows
So, what exactly IS a wedding dress trunk show? And is it worth going to one? We answer this question and describe what a trunk show experience entails. Plus, we give you tips for how to get the most out of going to one!
Choosing The Right Wedding White
White is white, right? Au contraire! There are many variations to this snowy color, and we've broken down the best wedding whites for each unique skin tone to help you choose the right wedding white.
Get The Most Out of a Bridal Fair
When the euphoria of the engagement begins to fade, you're struck by a flutter of panic—“I need to plan the wedding!” Bridal fairs are actually the most convenient way to learn about a myriad of wedding options in one place! Here are some tips for making the most of attending one.
Behind the Scenes at a Wedding Dress Trunk Show
Next to playing with my dogs and sharing a chocolate soufflé with my husband, browsing wedding dresses is one of my favorite pastimes. Are you with me on this? I thought so. Then believe me when I say that one of the best ways to indulge your fashion passion is by attending a wedding dress trunk show.
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