How To Make Your Bridesmaids Gorgeous

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When it comes to styling a red-carpet worthy wedding look,

a bit of sparkle goes a long way!

We are head over heels in love with this incredible photoshoot by Amanda Lauren Photography and Michele Wilderman Styling. This bride and her maids totally rock show-stopping, vintage-inspired outfits that take glamorous to a whole new level.

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From mixing different bridesmaids’ dresses to adding dazzling belts, you can style your friends in unforgettably gorgeous ensembles. Big trends for 2016 weddings include sequin gowns, beaded vintage dresses, and statement jewelry.

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Liven up the party with fabulous, flirty headpieces! Dazzling halos, feminine clips, glittering headbands, and shimmering combs offer each of your bridesmaids the opportunity to create a signature look. Better yet, lay out some options and let each person pick her favorite!

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Keep your MOB, MOG, and MOH in the loop. These beautiful additions to your wedding party also double as fun gifts for mothers, sisters, and besties. Your wedding is a special day for everyone else in your life, too!  Why not make it amazing?

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Check out our Spring 2016 collection for some hot-off-the-runway designs for your wedding. Want more inspiration? Browse our My Bridal Style Glamorous and Vintage pages, and be sure to follow us on Instagram for more amazing eye candy.

Styled Shoot Credits:

Photography: Amanda Lauran 

Makeup: Michele Wilderman Styling

Producer: Arielle Fera Events

Florals: Chicory Florals

Accessories: Bel Aire Bridal

Gown: BHLDN

Custom Suits: Commonwealth Proper

Furniture: Fox & Finch Vintage Rentals

2016 Wedding Trends: Opal Crystal Accessories & Serenity Blue

 

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Snazz up your wedding dress with accessories worthy of the occasion.

Soft shades of blue, glittering accessories, and opal crystal hair jewelry are making a splash in the world of weddings. Are you ready to take the plunge?

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Whether you’re getting married in the spring or later this year, our Spring 2016 Collection is overflowing with stunning accent pieces that will take your bridal ensemble to a whole new level. Keep scrolling for some seriously gorgeous inspiration!

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Pantone’s two favorite colors this year are Serenity and Rose Quartz. In honor of these dreamy tones, we styled an elegant photoshoot featuring a bride in light blue!

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Sparkling jewelry, fresh flowers, romantic veils, and opulent crystal accessories create a modern bridal look. From glittering belts to ravishing headpieces, our newest designs incorporate pretty opal crystals and sparkly rhinestone accents.

Tell us, which design is your favorite?

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Love these looks? Browse our newest collection gallery and get a closer look at these irresistibly glamorous accessories!  Check out our My Bridal Style pages to discover your personal wedding style

It’s His Wedding, Too!

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Photo Credit: Amanda Lauran Photography

Want to get your husband-to-be involved in the wedding planning process? Show him a photo of a groom wearing a pink cummerbund and tie. That’ll get his attention quick.

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Photo Credit: Amanda Lauran Photography

Then consider these five tips for coordinating a wedding together:

Most guys are willing or even eager to choose their own attire. Check out our Style My Groom board on Pinterest for ideas that range from classic to retro, preppy to jazz age! If he doesn’t step up, you can absolutely feel free to pull out the pink for him and his groomsmen.

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Coordinate your wedding style together. For example, if you have your heart set on a ball gown, a casual look for him might feel out of place. Similarly, if he likes the traditional look of a tux, you might reconsider going barefoot on the beach.

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Unless he wants to dance to your favorite tunes all night, he should help compile a song list! Many guys enjoy picking the DJ, choosing a signature groom’s drink, designing the wedding cake, or scheduling the getaway car.

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Play to each other’s strengths. The tech-savvy partner might be interested in trying a GoPro, scheduling a videographer, handling social media, or creating your wedding website. The artistic partner might enjoy designing your invitations, picking wedding colors, or making DIY decorations.

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Talk about which tasks you’re excited to do and which ones you’re dreading. Help each other out! These days, there are no set masculine or feminine roles in wedding planning.

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Photo Credit: Amanda Lauran Photography

For help choosing your season and/or theme, be sure to browse our other Pinterest boards for inspiration. Above all, have fun! This special day belongs to both of you.

Styled Shoot Credits:

Photography: Amanda Lauran 

Makeup: Michele Wilderman Styling

Producer: Arielle Fera Events

Florals: Chicory Florals

Accessories: Bel Aire Bridal

Gown: BHLDN

Custom Suits: Commonwealth Proper

Furniture: Fox & Finch Vintage Rentals

A Pairing of Opposites: Rose Quartz & Serenity

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Are you ready for the New Year?

Designers, photographers, and bloggers celebrate the Pantone Color of 2016 with trendy products and inspirational stylings.

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This year’s tones are Rose Quartz and Serenity—for the first time, juxtaposing two beautiful shades! According to Pantone, these colors “psychologically fulfill our yearnings for reassurance and security… reflecting connection and wellness as well as a soothing sense of order and peace.”

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Rose Quartz is a beautiful blush pink that has long been a bridal favorite. The namesake of this lovely shade is a crystal commonly known as the “love stone” or “heart stone.” It symbolizes unconditional love and is supposed to increase compassion, open your heart to relationships, ease stress, strengthen connections, and boost self-esteem.

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Feminine and graceful, blush pink is often featured in dramatic wedding gowns and beautiful floral headpieces. This shade is especially popular in the spring (though it looks great in any season) and pairs best with warm gold jewelry for a romantic ensemble.

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Serenity is a soft blue that inspires security and confidence. Tranquil and spiritual, blue is generally a color of trust, honesty, and loyalty. In the world of weddings, “something blue” symbolizes everlasting fidelity. Light blue is a popular shade for winter celebrations and brings balance to spring pastels.

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Pair an ethereal blue tulle skirt with a lace top for a cute reception outfit, or choose a smaller color accent like a garter or sash for your something blue. Trendy opal headpieces, silver beaded belts, and soft veils beautifully complement this peaceful hue.

Check out our Pantone—Serenity & Rose Quartz Pinterest board for more gorgeous color inspiration!

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Photography: KT Merry

Stylist: Joy Proctor / Kelly Oshiro

Gowns: Samuelle Couture / Alexandra Grecco

Hair / Makeup: Team Hair & Makeup

Location: Sunstone Winery

Accessories: Bel Aire Bridal

Get It Now—Iceberg Rose Headpiece at BHLDN

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Spring is just around the corner! We are celebrating by unveiling a stunning new collection full of heart-fluttering headpieces, delicate floral combs, glamorous halos, and romantic belts.

Iceberg Rose: our gorgeous organza flower halo—now available at BHLDN! We couldn’t be more excited to share this lovely new hair adornment and hope that it enhances your wedding with all the beauty and luxury that your special day deserves.

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There’s nothing like soft flowers to create an air of sensational romance. Iceberg Rose, named after the delicate shade of Rose Quartz that Pantone is highlighting in 2016, adds dreamy beauty to your wedding wardrobe. Light organza petals, satin buds, sparkling rhinestone accents, and ethereal organza ties create a delightful keepsake that will remain in bloom for years to come.

Pair this bit of pretty with a graceful veil, lavish lace accessories, and a sweet champagne or blush dress for utterly swoonworthy style! We hope you love Iceberg Rose as much as we do, and that it bestows your wedding with unforgettable charm.

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Love this design? Buy it now at BHLDN, before it is gone!

Want to see other romantic floral styles? Check out our Spring 2016 collection for delicate halos, sparkling combs, and flower accents made for the modern bride.

Develop your bridal style by vising our page just for Romantics. Find the inspiration you need on Pinterest, and get up-to-the-minute style updates by following us in Instagram!

Checklist—What You Need in Your Bridal Trousseau

Back in the day, women saved belongings for their weddings in a bridal trousseau, often stored in a trunk or box for safekeeping. A bride’s preparation took a long time because only the most precious items would be included for her wedding day and new home.

Do you have everything you’ll need?

Check out this fabulous shoot by Jon Cu Photo for Trousseau & Co for some fresh, modern-day ideas of how to pack for your big day!

Style: Classic

Glittering bridal accessories, hand-made invitations, and monogrammed heirlooms create a theme of genuine elegance.

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Crème trousseau case (Trousseau & Co)
Cotton paper and gold foil invitations (Written Word Calligraphy)
Rhinestone earrings, bracelet & ring (Anna Bellagio)
Beaded and rhinestone-embellished bridal belt (BT006 by Bel Aire Bridal)
Ivory garter (heirloom)
Perfume (Chanel)
Sparkling heels (Enzo Angiolini)

Style: Romantic

Feminine bridal accessories, floral invitations, and lace details bring out a purely romantic style.

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Credits:
Blush trousseau case (Trousseau & Co)
Floral invitations (Tara Jones Calligraphy)
Sparkling rhinestone and pearl earrings (Anna Bellagio)
Floral headband with satin ties (6588 by Bel Aire Bridal)
Lace handkerchief, antique mirror and brush (heirlooms)
Perfume (Panhaligons Artemisa)
Blush lace-up heels (Badgley Mischka)

Style: Vintage

Vintage-inspired bridal accessories, black-and-white invitations, and classic details enhance a look of timeless beauty.

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Credits:
Crème trousseau case (Trousseau & Co)
Black and white Invitations (Minted)
Sparkling chandelier earrings (EA213 by Bel Aire Bridal)
Vintage rhinestone headpiece (6515 by Bel Aire Bridal)
Pink lipstick (Dolce & Gabanna)
Perfume (Chanel)
Black boot heels (Louise et Cie)

Your bridal trousseau should generally include the following items:

Accessories (veil, headpiece, hair pins, garter, gloves, wedding shoes, and flats for dancing)
Gown/attire (wedding dress, reception gown, shawl, shapewear, slip, and lingerie)
Heirloom items (handkerchief, watch, and something blue)
Jewelry (bracelet, necklace, earrings, and naturally your engagement ring and wedding band)
Makeup (foundation, blush, lipstick, mascara, brushes, eyeshadow, eyeliner, and concealer)
Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash, deodorant, perfume, hair brush, lotion, nail polish, feminine products, and personal medications)

Check out our Classic, Romantic, and Vintage headpiece and veil collections for more accessory options as you build your bridal trousseau. Follow us on Instagram for daily style updates and inspiration!

4 Easy Ways to Sparkle This New Year’s Eve

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Make a splash into 2016 with an amazing look on New Year’s Eve! This is your night to shine, so jazz up your outfit with sparkling accessories.

This romantic styled shoot by Jessica Cooper Photography & Sweet Caroline Styles captures pure glamour and beauty. Make any dress uniquely YOURS with an eye-catching headpiece, belt, bracelet, or earrings.

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Attract attention with a gorgeous bit of hair jewelry. Styles like 6478, 6501, 6400, and 6550 add twinkling, vintage-inspired beauty that looks stunning in low light.

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Dramatic earrings will complement just about any gown and add instant drama to an updo. Try studs like EA229 for simple sparkle, elegant drops like EA217 for a dash of vintage-inspired glamour, or chandelier earrings like EA218 for over-the-top shine!

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A bracelet makes your whole outfit more fun. Wear a classic, dangling style like BC141 to add subtle sparkle; a snazzy, vintage-inspired style like BC134 to make your look more elegant; or a trendy dazzler like BC143 to get your party on!

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If you’re wearing a cute little skirt or a dress that needs just a bit more drama, try on a glittering belt. A style like BT029 will go with just about anything! Tie on BT048 for a classy, vintage-inspired accent, or go all-out with a statement piece like BT006.

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No matter what combination you choose, you’ll bring a whole new level of sparkle to your outfit!

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Remember on NYE… Your significant other is the BEST accessory!

Tell us, how will you style your New Year’s Eve look?

5 Fabulous Reasons to Have a NYE Wedding

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The new year symbolizes beginnings. It’s the perfect time to say “I do” to changing your life—and if you happen to be hosting an epic party as the clock strikes midnight, even better! We’ve got five fantastic reasons why you should get married on December 31.

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If you search for New Year’s Eve Weddings on Pinterest, you know that this theme is all about sparkle. Sequin tablecloths, metallic confetti, gilded chairs, sizzling sparklers, and bubbling champagne make your celebration unforgettably chic. If you want a glamorous wedding, this is your date!

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New Chapter, New Life

Starting your married life is one resolution you can absolutely keep! All the legal paperwork, such as updating your last name, bank accounts, and passport, will fall into the next tax year. The New Year is the perfect time to begin your new future together.

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Unlike holidays such as Valentine’s Day or Christmas, New Year’s Eve is a time when family and friends likely will not have plans. What more memorable way to ring in the New Year than by celebrating your wedding? Help guests arrange babysitters or late night transportation ahead of time to be sure that everyone can relax and have a great time!

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Partying ‘Till The End  

If you want dancing, revelry, and a celebration that knocks your socks off, New Year’s Eve is a great time to get everyone on board! Often, wedding guests will rush off early to avoid traffic, feed their pets, or prep for an early morning. Make it clear on your invitation that this is a no-stop, PARTY-ALL-NIGHT, fabulous adult affair, and you’ll have much more fun!  Front-and-Palmer-Wedding_Jessica-Cooper-Photography-143

Sparkly Accessories

Ok, so we’re a little biased, but it’s your wedding AND it’s New Year’s Eve—this is your night to shine! Wear an eye-catching veil for the ceremony, and switch to a dazzling headpiece for the countdown. Rhinestone headbands, opal fascinators, gold and silver combs, crystal vines—our designs offer you dozens of choices when it comes to fabulous sparkle! Pick statement earrings and stackable bracelets to complete your look.

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Tell us, would you say yes to a New Year’s Eve wedding?

Sweet Caroline Styles

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