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Hello, Princess! 10 Twinkly Tiaras for the Fairy-Tale Bride

Are you dreaming of a fairy-tale wedding? We are, too! There’s something so utterly captivating about a ceremony/reception theme on par with knights in shining armor and once-upon-a-time maidens.

Selecting a stunning gown is important, of course, but it’s our job to steer you towards sparkly accessories to complete a magical look! Check out these glamorous and romantic headpieces straight out of a fantasy.

Narrow tiara 6620 is composed of a narrow line of sparkling rhinestones with central accents. Dazzling yet dainty, this cute little item tops off your ensemble with special radiance.

Crystal and rhinestone tiara 6627 adds classic twinkle to your fairy-tale look. This beautiful, shimmering design looks lovely with a romantic veil and dazzling belt.

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Glittering and glamorous, style 6583 weaves an enchanting spell. Catch the light with crystals and rhinestones wearing this contoured tiara that embellishes your hair with pure elegance.

Combining the elegant sparkle of rhinestones and classic romance of flower motifs, tiara 6183 tops off your look with true beauty. Style it with a dramatic veil for a heart-fluttering ensemble.

For the modern bride, tiara 6210 combines swirling lines and sparkling rhinestone filigree for a completely eye-catching ensemble. Add chandelier earrings and stunning veil to finish off your look.

And now, a few non-traditional tiaras for you romantic, creative types…

Style 6635 glitters with beautiful crystals and miniature flowers. Inspired by the romantic blossoms of spring, this lovely headpiece lends you stunning sparkle for the big day.

Weaving through your locks with magical sparkle, style 6623 swirls with romantic floral motifs. Style this design with a dramatic veil for your once-in-a-lifetime ensemble.

Twinkling, contour tiara 6284 adds subtle glamour to your look. Pair this gorgeous design with a belt like BT059 and elegant earrings for wedding worthy of a castle.

Old World elegance meets modern design with headpiece 6518. Secured on elegant satin ties, this swirling and twirling floral style adds a touch of unique beauty.

Style 6611 reigns supreme when it comes to captivating sparkle. For the glamorous bride, this bold headpiece twinkles with countless rhinestones for a look of legendary beauty.

Are you planning a fairy-tale wedding?

Check out our inspiration board for Glamorous brides, and follow us on Instagram for romantic styling ideas.

10 Signs She’s the One

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Some people just know when they’ve found The One. For the rest of us, however, it’s not always so clear. How can you be absolutely sure that your relationship will continue to grow?

Bottom line: you can’t see the future. A few pretty good indicators, however, can point you in the right direction—whether that’s running for the hills or taking the plunge!

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She laughs at your jokes.

Let’s begin with the obvious. Connecting with humor and sharing jokes will help you get over life’s difficult hurdles together. Plus it’s just nice to have someone who gets you.

She listens intensely to what you say.

When you’re going to spend the rest of your life together, your conversations had better be interesting! She connects with you on an intellectual level and you’ve shared many meaningful discussions.

She shares your important values.

You’ve discussed your faith, whether or not you want children, and where you see yourself in ten years. You agree with and/or respect her beliefs, and envision a blissfully happy future together.

She respects your personal time/space.

You two get along great, but also understand that you don’t have to do everything together. When you hang out with the guys, relax alone in front of a video game, or work out at the gym, she’s cool with it.

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You adore spending time with her.

On the flip side, she is seriously so fun and amazing that you can’t imagine not wanting to hang out with her. In fact, it would be a lot easier if you two just lived together, so you wouldn’t have to commute and deal with roommates.

She loves what you love.

Sharing common hobbies or interests is definitely a plus. If you appreciate the same movies or are into the same sports, you’ll always have something fun to do together.

You like her hair.

And the way her perfume smells. And the way she giggles. You are totally into the small details about how she acts and styles herself every day. You find her incredibly attractive and the two of you enjoy a passionate romantic connection.

You wouldn’t care if she went bald.

Seriously. If she had to shave off those lovely locks or stopped wearing high heels, you wouldn’t care (at least, not much). First and foremost, you are in love with her personality.

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She cares about you.

About your problems, about your career, about your fleeting daily struggles. She finds ways to cheer you up and goes out of her way to be nice. She is a bright and positive influence in your life.

You like her friends/family.

You’ll see each other’s friends and family quite a bit, so it’s a good sign if you get along! Each of you will turn to your support networks for advice and encouragement when times get tough.

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Now go through this list and flip the scenarios. Do you laugh at her jokes? Do you listen intensely to her philosophical musings? Does she enjoy spending time with your friends?

If your relationship isn’t a two-way street, change things up. On the other hand, if you can’t imagine feeling happier, it might be time to go ring shopping.

How did you know he/she was the One? Share your story!

3 Ways to Style a Boho Wedding Look

Do you love the outdoors? Are you into sunshine, soft flowers and breezy skirts? Do you adore the idea of a wedding on the beach or in a garden? You might be a bohemian bride!

Nature-inspired accessories, untraditional gowns, and off-the-beaten-path venues are the hallmarks of the whimsical bride. Go boho-chic for your spring or summer wedding with just three items.

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Get a dreamy veil. A soft Chantilly lace veil like V7309 or a breezy cut edge design like V7234 creates a stunning bridal accent that sets your style apart.

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Wear a nature-inspired headpiece. Floral headbands like 6588 with metallic flowers or 6571 with soft blooms add lavish romance. Designs with vines or leaves such as 6628 and 6634 grace your locks with glittering bohemian glamour.

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Carry a messy bouquet. Free-flowing, trailing, cascading, overflowing—anything but a prim and proper bundle of roses. Incorporate local plants, wild flowers, succulents, grasses, or even feathers for true bohemian beauty.

How are you styling your bohemian wedding? Share your ideas!

6 Ways to Style an Outside-The-Box Wedding

Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

Getting married with a twist? If you want to stand out and avoid clichés, try on these tips for styling an outside-the-box look for your wedding.

Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

Colored Dress

A white dress has been the traditional bridal staple for well over a hundred years. Mix it up by choosing something different! More and more wedding gown designers are playing with non-white/ivory hues, including light blue, blush pink, lavender, floral prints, gold, or even black!

Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

Unique Headpiece

Brides usually show up with garlands, veils, and flower combs on their wedding day. Instead, choose something unique that you would wear to a dressy party or on New Year’s Eve. Opal pins, wired crystal vines, and metallic halos can really jazz up your style.

Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

Casual Accent Piece

Spice up your look with a casual accent. A bold jacket, stand-out shoes, or patterned scarf will do the trick. Especially if you’re wearing a white dress, this will give your outfit personality—so you can feel like yourself on the big day.

Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

Wearable Jewelry

Most weddings call for formal bling—think pearls and rhinestones. Create a modern look by choosing jewelry you would actually, honestly wear again. Feature your birthstone or something special that you already own!

Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

Minimal Reception Décor

Skip the linens, china plates, and abundant flowers. Take advantage of the natural appearance of your venue; the less you have to dress up the space, the better! Get crafty and DIY personalized touches with custom calligraphy, paper flowers, and upcycled centerpieces.

Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

Exotic Getaway

Many couples drive off in their car or limo with cans tied to the back or a sign that says “Just Married.” For something different, try riding away on bikes, motorcycles, or horses. Take a cable car or boat. Better yet, lead a band of revelers in a parade! Point is, feel free to get creative.

How are you personalizing your out-of-the-ordinary wedding? Let us know!

Follow Vendors on Instagram For More Inspiration:

Product styling – @pippaandfig

Photography – @jessicacooperphotography

Gowns – @sweetcarolinestyles

Hair – @bellesandgrooms

Makeup – @occasionsbydiana

5 Must-Have Items for Every Spring Bride

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It’s finally spring! The sun is peeking through, tiny birds are chirping, and trees are starting to bud. Today, we’re spotlighting lovely spring weddings and sharing our tips for how to stay warm, look stylish, and absolutely glow on your big day!

PRETTY VEIL

There’s nothing like a whimsical veil to add glorious beauty to your bridal look. Even if you’re not a head-over-heels romantic bride, this lovely accessory is a must-have when it comes to your ceremony and bridal portraits. This is also a great opportunity to express your personal style.

Choose a soft floral lace for a touch of romance; lace appliqués or more structured Alençon lace for a traditional look; rhinestones or beads for fairy-tale sparkle; and a clear cut edge or light rolled edge veil for sheer elegance. Short or long, you can find a design that is totally you.

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STYLISH COVER-UP

Spring weather can be pretty unpredictable. Sure, your groom will give up his suit jacket so you don’t freeze, but do you really want to cover up your gorgeous gown—and leave him shivering?

Plan ahead by choosing a light shawl, bridal jacket or bolero, or a cute wrap. Even if it doesn’t rain, you can use it for your getaway or even honeymoon! More bridal salons are offering these accessories in a range of styles—from 3D flowers on organza to intricately beaded cover ups to silky scarves, so pick one that will keep you looking beautifully bridal.

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Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

CHANGE OF SHOES

Whether you’re getting married inside or outdoors, you’ll want at least two pairs: one for your walk down the aisle and one for the reception. Typically, it’s best to choose a wide heel for outdoor ceremonies and formal heels for weddings inside. Reception shoes can be anything that you are comfortable dancing in for at least a couple hours—choose something attractive yet cushiony (like a flat) that you can rely on.

If it rains, it’s not a bad idea to bring an extra pair of sneakers—some brides even wear boots! Lots of great photo opps revolve around shoes, so play around and have fun. Florals, bling, and bold colors offer you a range of options.

Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

EMERGENCY BEAUTY KIT

Every bride should have an emergency kit for touch-ups. After all, people will be taking photos of you literally the entire day—and probably into the night, depending on how long your reception lasts.

A concealer, powder, blush, mascara, lip gloss, and lip stick are pretty standard. Make sure to include oil blotting pads or wipes, makeup remover, a comb, and spare pins. Between the ceremony and reception is a good time to sneak away to touch up.

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Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

FLOWER HEADPIECE

Spring is the perfect season to grace your hair with gorgeous flowers! You can incorporate the beauty of nature with any number of headpiece options.

If you’re wearing lace, try a soft fabric flower comb or headband with delicate floral details. To jazz up a simple dress, enhance your ensemble with a sparkly hair vine or vintage-inspired comb. If you’re featuring gold in your look, choose painted gold leaves or metallic flowers. Going boho-chic? Try on a dazzling rhinestone halo. Keep looking until you find that perfect treasure for your big day.

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Are you getting married in the spring? Check out our Instagram feed for seasonal bridal inspiration!

Chicago Bridal Market Recap—Most Popular Styles in 2016

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We were so thrilled to see many of our fabulous retail partners at the Chicago Bridal Market! We unveiled our new line for Fall 2016 and got to check out the new trends for this season. If you missed us, we’ll also be in Dallas and New York—so be sure to stop by and add our newest bits of pretty to your store inventory!

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Our most popular carryovers included champagne and blush flowers, gorgeous cathedral veils, and glittering halos. Most coveted headpiece styles included 6500, 6202, 6284, 6551 (shown above), 6571, and 6435—be sure you show them off in your store! Many of these best-selling items are available to ship in as little as 1–3 weeks.

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Top-selling carryover veils included our lovely Alençon lace veil V7034, silver beaded edge veil V7056, silver rolled edge and crystal edge veil V7054, and lace appliqué veil V7159 (shown above). Be sure you have these seasonal favorites in stock to show your summer brides!

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The styles our stores loved the most from our new Fall 2016 line were sparkling combs, pretty little pins, champagne/gold belts, and gorgeous cathedral veils. Our jewelry was especially popular this season! Be sure you select a variety of styles, so that all your brides can discover a Bel Aire Bridal treasure to love.

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Stay tuned on our Instagram feed for sneak peeks at our new styles! If you didn’t come see us in Chicago, be sure to contact your sales representative or visit us at the Dallas or New York bridal markets.

Not one of our retailers, but interested in our products? Brides, please visit our Store Locator to find an authorized salon near you! New stores, please contact us and learn how to Become a Retailer.

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Bel Aire Bridal

Spring Flower Inspiration for Your Wedding Pt. I

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Can you believe yesterday was the first day of spring? Now that we’re over the hump of winter, we are looking forward to all things green and blooming—and of course, spring weddings!

Take a peek at these lovely spring flowers for your décor, bouquet, color scheme, and bridal style inspiration.

Style: Pure Romance

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Peony

With hues ranging from white to blushing pink to deep raspberry, this gorgeous flower looks amazing in any bouquet. It symbolizes love, prosperity, and bashfulness. It is also the traditional flower symbol of China, the state flower of Indiana, and your 12^th anniversary flower.

Lilac

The lilac generally symbolizes renewal and growth; white suggests innocence, and purple is for love. It is the state flower of New Hampshire and your 8^th wedding anniversary flower.

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Build your bridal look by creating a Romantic vision board! To get you started, here’s one of our favorite designs for romantic, blushing brides: V7300, a beautiful scalloped Alençon lace veil.

Style: Sweet & Bohemian

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Daffodil

Reminiscent of spring sunshine, this lovely little flower pops up year after year! These trumpet-shaped blooms are icons of hope, joy, and inspiration. It is also the flower for your 10^th anniversary.

Daisy

For the fresh optimist, this year-round flower stands for innocence, purity, and new beginnings. It comes in a variety of cheerful colors and is your 5^th anniversary flower.

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Build your bridal look by creating a Bohemian vision board! To get you started, here’s one of our favorite designs for boho brides: V7234, an airy foldover veil that is as light as the breeze.

Style: Fairy-Tale Sparkle

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Snowdrop

One of the first flowers to appear after winter’s snows, these lovely little white blooms symbolize hope in the face of adversity. They can also be used for sympathy or as a sign of rebirth.

Cherry Blossom

These delicate white or pink flowers stand for renewal, optimism, and the fleeting nature of life. They are the national flower of Japan and are associated with beauty in China.

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Build your bridal look by creating a Fairy-Tale wedding vision board! To get you started, here’s one of our favorite designs for glamorous brides: V7175, a stunningly dramatic lace cathedral veil.

Style: Classic Beauty

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Ranunculus

Ranging from bright yellow buttercups to decadent pinks to pretty white flowers, these boldly beautiful blooms symbolize charm and attraction.

Garden Rose

Also known as cabbage roses for their abundant petals, these lovely blooms are especially fragrant and evoke a variety of meanings, depending on their colors. Roses are a traditional gift for not just Valentine’s Day, but also your 15^th anniversary.

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Build your bridal look by creating a Classic wedding vision board! To get you started, here’s one of our favorite designs for elegant brides: V7303, a two-tier folded ribbon edge veil that says bride with beautiful simplicity.

Want more pretty flowers to brighten your day? Check out our Beautiful Blooms board on Pinterest for more gorgeous floral inspiration!

Green Wedding Inspiration

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Going green for your wedding? There’s nothing like this fresh, nature-inspired hue to invigorate your whole look. Check out our lovely Pinterest boards for some styling ideas and ways to add a tasteful splash of color into your big day!

Beautiful Bridesmaids

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The easiest way to tie in your chosen color is with your bridesmaids’ attire. Beautiful pairings include blush or lavender with sage green (spring-summer), burgundy or gold with emerald green (fall-winter), and navy or white with mint green (summer).

Fabulous Floral Accessories

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Spring pastels, fabulous floral prints, and gorgeous flower accessories go great with green. You can deck yourself or your maids with laurel wreaths, botanical headpieces, or floral combs for a pretty touch of romance. After all, weddings are all about love!

Fairy-Tale Flowers

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If you’re getting married in a garden or woodland setting, use your natural surroundings and play off the vibrant colors around you. For a summer wedding, lavender flowers add lovely fragrance to your décor, while bold burgundy peonies look great in the summer or fall. Peach roses tie in beautifully with an autumn backdrop, while romantic red roses add a festive element to winter celebrations.

Eco-Friendly Greens

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Photo Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography for Sweet Caroline Styles

As always, the eco-friendly bouquet with succulents enhances your wedding theme with fresh greenery. You can offer potted plants as wedding favors or use them as centerpieces and save on cut flowers. Leafy garlands and aisle runners bring the outdoors inside and make your wedding feel naturally fresh.

Lucky In Love

Get lucky! Check back for our Irish Wedding Traditions post later this month for some seriously steal-worthy ideas that will look totally gorgeous. Hint: handfasting, four leaf clovers, and Claddagh symbols definitely up the romance factor of your wedding.

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Are you going green for your wedding? Tell us how!

6 Creative Color Options for Spring Brides

iStock_000038437790_Medium The first day of spring isn’t until March, but we couldn’t wait! Get a jump start on planning your spring wedding with these gorgeous color pairings.

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Serenity & Rose Quartz

The Pantone Colors of 2016 are making waves in a big way. These two opposite tones are a symbolic blend of love and peace—combining subtle, soothing blue with flirty, feminine pink! Tie these into your wedding to convey a modern yet romantic vibe.

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Yellow & Green

Nothing says growth, life, and fresh beginnings like sunshine yellow and grass green. This scheme is perfect with daffodils, bright bridesmaids’ gowns, and dashes of color in your ensemble. Carefree and fun, this theme expresses pure happiness.

Blush & Marsala

The most popular wedding colors of 2015 are still going strong. Light pink and deep raspberry dovetail in a boldly beautiful theme. Show off colored belts or sashes, mixed peonies, and bright shoes! This pairing says you’re a romantic who also loves to have fun.

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Lilac & Grey

Light purple and soft grey create a gorgeous scheme for spring weddings! The bride who chooses lilac is calm, laid-back, and delicately feminine. Hanging wisteria, succulent centerpieces, and lavender potpourri set a sweet and relaxing tone.

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Robin’s Egg Blue

Not just for summer, “Tiffany Blue” is the perfect hue for a carefree spring bride. Sequin table runners, aqua bridesmaid gowns, and tropical flowers tie into this theme. If you’re outgoing, love sparkle, and are excited to get married, this theme is for you!

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Ivory & White

Stylish in any season, the pure ivory/white color scheme says bridal with effortless beauty. Formal or fun, you’ll look fabulous with monochromatic peonies or roses! Plus your guy will look amazing in a white tux. This look says elegance and class, all the way.

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What color scheme are you using for your wedding day? Check out our Pinterest boards for some gorgeous color inspiration, and follow us on Instagram for seasonal style updates!

Our Most Romantic Lace Veil

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There’s nothing like a pretty dose of lace to make your wedding day look utterly romantic, classically gorgeous, and sweetly memorable. Walk down the aisle in our style V7034CX, and there won’t be a dry eye among your guests!

Perfect for an indoor or outdoor wedding, style V7034CX incorporates a subtle rolled edge around your face and luxurious Alençon lace trailing from your elbows to frame the bottom of your gown. Exquisite beading and French floral motifs make this one of our most popular cathedral designs!

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Available in romantic shades like champagne and blush, as well as traditional tones of white, ivory, and diamond white, this stunning design beautifully complements a variety of gowns: fit and flare lace dresses, pretty-as-a-princess ball gowns, and softly flowing sheath dresses.

Add a romantic bouquet, a sparkling headpiece, or romantic jewelry to complete your bridal look. Follow our Instagram page for styling inspiration, and visit our Store Locator page to try this veil on in a bridal salon near you!

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