Style Spotlight: The Beautiful Bohemian Bride

Planning a laid-back bohemian style wedding? Congratulations! You are officially a low-key, cool bride.

For boho-chic, glamping, or rustic wedding themes, your styling options abound. No longer are brides limited to strapless ball gowns and high heels.

In fact, once you’ve chosen a comfortable dress you love (that’s right, we said comfortable), all you have to do is add a few special accessories, and presto! You’ll look and feel like a bride—without boning, pins, body tape, or corsets.

Since we’re an accessories company, we’ve got the inside scoop on the prettiest headpieces and veils for your style of wedding. Scroll to check out our top 6 picks just for you.

The Floating Petals

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Sheer beauty floats atop your head with this light-as-air veil. Six different tulle petals create a graceful, ethereal design that is bridal yet so boho-chic. There are no trims or fussy frills included. You can order this style with the same color petals or with a blend of shades for your own unique look.

The Simple Trim

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For a look that is blissfully simple, a cascading ribbon edge veil will do the trick. This design features rounded corners and a waterfall of tulle that floats down to fingertip length. Especially if you’re hosting a wedding weekend with multiple events, this style is perfect to throw on for the actual ceremony.

The Breezy Foldover

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Want that picture with a beautiful long veil blowing in the breeze? If you love the dreamy appeal of a bridal veil, this cathedral is perfect. A sheer foldover design floats behind you in a cloud of tulle. You can wear the top tier over your face or behind you—both looks are incredibly romantic.

The Sparkly Hair Vine

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Weave an enchanting spell with a gorgeous, glittering hair vine. This lovely, flexible design features shimmering opal crystals or rhinestones and can be worn as a headband or woven into your hair. Perfect for styling a creative boho-chic look with a smidge of sparkle, this vine secures on organza ties.

The Metallic Leaf Headband

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Make your day feel truly special by gilding your locks with a metallic leaf headband. Glittering with rhinestone accents, this antiqued metal headpiece brings an elegant aesthetic to your bohemian look. This design coordinates beautifully with an enchanted forest or glamping theme.

The Floral Half Halo

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Bring on the flower power! Grace your hairstyle with a beautiful tie headband of soft organza flowers and rose buds. Embellished with subtle lace details and sparkling rhinestone accents, this ethereal design touches your tresses with bridal romance. The semi-flexible band ties on sheer organza.

Want more ideas? Check out our My Bridal Style: Bohemian page for inspiration. You can also follow us on Instagram for pretty styled shoots and real bride features.

Fall Color Crush: Copper

Amidst the poignant beauty and vibrant hues of autumn, this season’s most popular wedding colors stand out with stunning allure: earthy reds such as marsala and auburn; fresh greens including sage, fern, and mint; and autumnal favorites like cocoa and pumpkin!

Does this sound delicious, or what?

This week, we’re crushing on warm and cheerful hues such as gold, bronze, copper, and champagne! Check out these five ways to add a splash of sensational color to your wedding. 

Glorious Headpieces

If you’re decking your bridesmaids in a seasonal color such as champagne, chocolate, amethyst, or maroon, a sparkling gold accent perfectly complements these rich hues. Wear a gold bridal headpiece and give your maids matching hair pins, or vice-versa!

Confident Jewelry

Be bold in gold! Try wearing a statement bracelet or earrings in a warm metallic tone; you can match a headpiece or belt and show off red-carpet worthy style in your bridal photos.

Statement Shoes

Dare to dream with sparkling shoes or a gold clutch. A dramatic pop of color adds some pizazz to your ensemble while still looking fashion-forward and utterly fabulous. These details create fun photo opportunities, too!

Beautiful Bridesmaids

Metallics are all the rage this season. There’s nothing more gorgeous and eye-catching than decking your maids in stunning gold sequins or Art Deco beading! Never underestimate the power of sparkle.

Autumn Bouquet

Incorporate the warm hues of fall into your bouquet by choosing brightly-colored flowers and leaves, or wrap the end in a metallic ribbon to add an extra bit of shimmer. You can tie in your accent color with a jewel-tone brooch, too!

Photography Credit: Jessica Cooper Photography 

Gown: Sweet Caroline Styles

Fall Florals for Your Hair

Warm gold and champagne hues perfectly mirror the colorful opulence of fall foliage. If you’re saying “I do” to an autumn wedding, you know what we’re talking about! Beautiful gold embroidery, metallic lace, and champagne wedding gowns look drop-dead gorgeous with the right accessories.

This year has been all about florals, and we’ve fallen in love with these gorgeous, glamorous headpieces. Take a peek and find the perfect treasure for your wedding day look!

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6590 – Gold painted floral comb 

Combine the timeless beauty of flowers with the stunning shimmer of rhinestones, and you get style 6590. Lovely gold metallic blooms with tiny crystals and pearls create an elegant, romantic comb that is perfect for any fall wedding. Pair this with your pretty gold lace or embroidered gown to create an unforgettable ensemble.

6452 – Shimmering gold flower and metallic comb 

Evoke the golden beauty of nature wearing style 6452. Shimmering crystals and metallic gold flowers on a comb create a look that is both classically bridal and full of the warmth of autumn. You’ll adore the elegance and sparkle of this sumptuous design.

6465 – Golden headband with weaving design of crystals

Add a touch of feminine glamour and nature-inspired sparkle to your look with style 6465. This lovely headband features tiny leaves with a weaving design of rhinestones and crystals, infusing instant warmth and charm into your ensemble. Pair it with gold accessories and a gorgeous autumn bouquet.

6544 – Petite Clip of gold accents

Looking for a subtle floral accent? Style 6544 is a petite clip composed of gold wire with tiny rhinestones bent into an artistic flower. This lovely little design is beautiful for the bride or bridesmaids; it is also diminutive enough to pair with plenty of other gold accessories.

6320 – Soft, champagne fabric flower with embroidery

For a classic touch of bridal beauty, slip 6320 into your hair. A soft champagne fabric flower with silver embroidery, this charming comb complements autumn colors like champagne, brown, and gold. Enhance your ensemble with timeless elegance and graceful romance.

5 Signs You’re Ready to Get Married

You are financially independent.

It’s a fact that couples with solid finances are happier. People who are ready to take the next step and start a household should be ready to finance a wedding; save for a house; and plan for retirement (not to mention the cost of future kids). You can handle regular bills, manage debt, and save money. You keep your economic stress down and maintain a reasonably steady budget.

You plan for the future

As in, you have a five-year plan and maybe a 10 year plan. Definitely career goals—at least some sort of direction in your life. Because if you don’t know where you’re going, how can you take someone else with you? You have developed your personal desires and have a clear sense of identity. You and your partner have discussed what you both want from life and are prepared to move forward.

You know what love is

Infatuation and intimacy are different. You’ve interacted with people enough to know when a relationship is special and will last, and when it won’t. The two of you share common interests and enjoy talking—even about touchy issues like religion or politics. You’ve confessed your secrets and ambitions. Genuine love is powerfully good. The One connects with you on a deep level and is worthy of your trust.

You keep promises

You are familiar with sticking to your commitments: showing up to work on time, volunteering regularly, and staying true to your word. Marriage calls for dedication. If you’re ready to tie the knot, you already desire to serve your partner with love, patience, and kindness—even when it’s tough. Unselfishness is essential to a healthy marriage and must be strong on both sides.

“You” includes your partner

When making plans, you include your partner in just about everything—because the two of you are a package deal. You enjoy personal time and like to hang out with friends/family, but also realize that marriage is being together. Sitting together, traveling together, cooking dinners together, sleeping together. That’s the whole point, isn’t it?

Any couple who is ready to go the distance (and make it) is part of something greater than just themselves. Both of you already think in terms of “us” and “we” instead of “I” and “me.”

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Obviously, there are many more ways to know if you’re ready. How did you know he or she was the One? Share your story!

Top 5 Signs You’re a Halloween Bride

Do you love Halloween so much that you’d marry it—or rather, tie the knot during this spooky season? Smashingly stylish attire, ghoulish décor, and out-of-this-world wedding ideas just might tempt you into choosing October 31 as the day you lay your single life to rest! Check out these top five signs that you might be a Halloween bride.

Your Wedding Color: Black

Are you a bit obsessed with all things gothic? The first thing you did after slipping on that ring was to choose black as your color. Other people might think it is a bit gloomy for a wedding, but you know that black is slimming, goes with everything, and looks oh-so-chic with the right accessories. (Are your nails painted black right now?)

Your Ring: Unique

Are you not a sparkly round-cut type of girl? If your beau proposed with a vintage ring, colored stone, or a rock that wasn’t a diamond at all, this is a good indication that your preferences stray from the beaten path. As Robert Frost says, “Two roads diverged in a yellow wood… I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.”

Fall Foodie

Do you look forward to the Pumpkin Spiced Latte season all year? Do you avidly watch the calendar and celebrate when the local pumpkin patch opens up? Have you already updated your Pumpkin Recipes Board on Pinterest? Would you serve pumpkin pies, hot chocolate, caramel apples, or other autumnal goodies at your wedding?

Is your stomach growling just reading this? Enough said.

You Reuse & Recycle 

If you are a creative person who is into crafting and repurposing items, you’ve already got your mind on sourcing re-usable wedding décor.

Little black dresses for the bridesmaids will be perfect for date nights. Wedding goblets with skulls—why, you’ll use them every October! The idea of pulling out lovely black table linens for spooky parties sounds pretty good, doesn’t it?

You’re a Kid at Heart

Nothing warms your heart like watching the Trick or Treaters every year. You loved pounding the pavement on All Hallows’ Eve when you were a kid, and you’ve never quite grown out of your fondness for huge bags of candy and elaborate costumes ever since.

You love the idea of letting your flower girls and ring bearers dress in costume—and maybe throw candy down the aisle! The kids will have a blast, and you are definitely the type of person who believes that weddings should be fun.

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Tell us, are you a Halloween bride? Let us know why you chose this holiday season to tie the knot!

‘Till Death Do Us Part—Halloween Proposal Ideas

Planning a spooky Halloween proposal? Pop the big question with a seasonal twist using one of these fantastic ideas. Whether your beloved covets a glittering black diamond, a gothic skull ring, or a traditional sparkly setting, these proposals will definitely get a “Yes!”—if she’s not too afraid!

 Corn Maze Hunt  

Does she love playing games and solving puzzles? Take your star sleuth into a corn maze for the best treasure hunt ever! Give her clues to guide her through to the end, where you can drop a knee and/or ask actors in the maze to hold up signs.

Haunted House Surprise

Give your future fiancée a scary surprise by popping the question inside a haunted house! If you’re a thrill-seeker with a spine of steel who would brave monsters, zombies, and psychos to stop and declare your love, this is a daring way to go. Just make sure she’s not too freaked out to say, “Yes!”

Pumpkin Patch Romance  

Does she love seasonal, family-friendly activities? For a good old-fashioned fall proposal, take one knee in a pumpkin patch! You can plant the ring on a special pumpkin ahead of time, or ask friends and family to write your message on pumpkins and meet you there.

Black Cat Delivery 

For animal lovers, there’s nothing more adorable than a furry new family member bearing a sparkly present! You can also engrave their collar or tag with the question, which makes a great keepsake. For a Halloween twist, adopt a black kitty—and start your engagement with nine lives’ worth of good luck!

Candy Dish Delight

If your sweetie loves treats, why not deliver your question by offering her a dish of candy with an extra-special present sitting on top? This simple proposal is both classic and fun. You can also drop the ring into a glass of cider, or replace the plastic spider ring on a Halloween cupcake with a major upgrade.

Jack O’Lantern Message 

Nothing is more romantic than asking for her hand in marriage by flickering candlelight—preferably with scattered rose petals. Carve pumpkins to ask, “Will You Marry Me?” and drop in some candles. After it gets dark, lead your lovely lady to the magical location!

Trick or Marriage

Do either you or your beloved have kids? Let them be part of the proposal by asking them to hold up signs. When she opens the door expecting Trick or Treaters, she’ll be thrilled by your heartfelt surprise!

How are you going to propose? Share your story!

Fabulous Fall Florals

Think amazing bouquets are just for spring and summer weddings? Check out our ideas for amazing fall florals! Get ideas for ways to personalize your bouquet, and be sure to visit our Pinterest bouquet boards for unforgettable arrangements.

Personal & Pretty

Sprays of eclectic flowers that symbolize your feelings are a fun way to incorporate your personality into your bridal bouquet. As an added bonus, selecting wildflowers, locally grown plants, and seasonal touches like autumn leaves or wheat will lower your costs. Get creative with your florist and come up with a design you’ll love!

You Might Like My Bridal Style: Trendy

Upscale Sparkle

Why stop the sparkle? Add fancy bits of bling to your bouquet for a luxurious touch of glamour in your photos. Bouquet letters, pearl or rhinestone pins, or a bejeweled wrap for the bottom will make your walk down the aisle truly shine.

You Might Like My Bridal Style: Glamorous

Timeless Beauty

If you’re seeking a look of true elegance, nothing beats a classic bouquet of roses or peonies. These lush blooms have long been favored for weddings due to their sheer beauty and romance. Looking to cut costs? Use baby’s breath for a sweet touch of simplicity. Wrap the bottom of your bouquet in ribbon to match your gown, or try adding a bit of something blue!

You Might Like My Bridal Style: Classic

Vintage Vibe

Incorporate period-inspired details into your bouquet to carry through a vintage theme! You can hang a family heirloom or locket from the base, or wrap the bottom in antique lace. If you’re feeling daring and want your bouquet to last forever, you can even skip the flowers and create your entire bouquet from antique brooches!

You Might Like My Bridal Style: Vintage

Sweet Romance

A trailing array of leafy florals or a lush heart of peonies looks truly amazing. Pink, cream, and white are all lovely hues for an understated theme of sweet romance—no matter what season you’re getting married. If you want to convey pure passion, a bunch of red roses is a beautiful choice, too, and looks great with other autumnal colors!

You Might Like My Bridal Style: Romantic

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Tell us, which style is your favorite?

Top 5 Reasons to Love Fall (Weddings!)

Bright Colors

There’s something magical about autumn. As we leave the green fields and glorious languor of summer behind, we look forward to crisp, blustery days that send gold, brown, red, and orange leaves rustling on dark branches. Incorporate seasonal touches into your bouquet, flower girls’ dresses, and even your bridal ensemble! Bright shoes or snazzy earrings mirror the fun, vibrant colors of fall.

Comfort Fashions

Don’t you just love throwing on a pair of boots, a soft scarf, and some mittens after the heat of summer dies down? Autumn brings still-sunny days and quickly cooling temperatures, mingling the two in a glorious marriage of stunning beauty. Be ready for anything—bring umbrellas for your guests and wrap up in a scarf or shawl to stay cozy on your big day!

Bold Jewels

Fall is the time of harvest, bounty, and fruition. Bold gold jewelry celebrates the season with warmth and vigor. Enliven your wedding look with autumnal statement pieces in hues of rich marsala, vivid plum, dried apricot, deep gold, and forest green. Visit our headpiece page and find fall favorites in lovely gold tones to enrich your ensemble.

Warm Drinks

After a long day of celebrating, or perhaps a rainy afternoon (which is good luck for your marriage, by the way), nothing beats a hot drink. Serve seasonal favorites to your wedding guests! Get inspired by decadent hot chocolate bars, fancy ciders, and your preferred mixed drinks to keep the chill away.

Snuggle Weather

It’s nice to relax after a day of crazy errands out in the cold. Snuggle up to your honey, sip a hot drink, and dream about how you’ll feel on the day you say “I do.” You might even bust open a bridal magazine or browse Pinterest or Instagram for ideas about how to personalize your wedding. You’ll only be engaged once—enjoy your journey!

Thanksgiving Love Notes

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Happy Thanksgiving! Here at Bel Aire Bridal, we are giving thanks for our friends and families by sharing a few thoughts from our staff. Enjoy a wonderful and safe holiday, and tell us what you are thankful for!


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“I was thankful for having family and close friends there. We enjoyed good music, food, and cake! Our two dogs, Thor and Natasha, were with us.” –Margie

“I was so thankful that we avoided rain! Our families were so helpful with setting up, and the flowers were gorgeous. The best part was when my groom saw me and grinned.” –Erin

“I was thankful that so many family and friends were able to be there, and that everything went off pretty much without a hitch! But mostly, I was thankful to be marrying the man of my dreams.” –Stephanie

“I was SO looking forward to this day and my favorite memory is that it was exactly how I wanted it – all of my family and friends smiling and supporting us. Truly perfect!” –Irene


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“I am thankful for having a very understanding husband.” –Margie

“My husband and I are very career-oriented, so I’m most thankful for the time he sets aside for our marriage. He’ll drop whatever he is doing and give me attention, which shows me how much he cares.” –Erin

“Marriage is such a beautiful thing when two people work together to cultivate and nurture a relationship. With God’s help, it has all been possible.” –Obdulia

“I have too many good things to choose from but most importantly I’m thankful for the journey we have had together. Our love and closeness has grown tremendously as our families have united over these past 33 years. I am truly blessed and thankful!” –Irene

“It’s fun to have someone to talk to and laugh with. It’s such a blessing. We haven’t shut up since we met almost twelve years ago!” –Joyce


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“I am very thankful for having the most beautiful step-daughter and two beautiful grandchildren.” —Margie

“I am most thankful for the female influences in my life: my mother, sister, aunts, and cousins. They give the best advice, have been there for me, and always remind me how lucky I am to have them.” –Marissa

“The number one blessing is that God has given us our children as a result of our marriage. We are thankful for their health and well-being as they grow up and share their dreams with us.” –Obdulia

“My relationship with my mom because she’s been an amazing parent, business partner, confidante, and friend. It sounds so silly, but it’s true. I’m thankful that this is my ‘normal’: working with my family. There aren’t many industries w/ multi-generational family businesses.” –Eric


Top 5 Late Autumn Wedding Details

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With cold weather creeping right around the corner, we’re bidding adieu to our favorite fall trends! Savory foods, bold colors, romantic sleeves, and metallic accessories transition us from the warm styles of autumn to darker, more wintery themes.

Bold Colors & Jewel Tones

Jewel tones and bright accents incorporate the gorgeous hues of late autumn into your wedding. These complementary colors carry tasteful, seasonal touches into your theme.

Romantic Lace Sleeves

We’re still swooning over the timeless beauty that pretty lace sleeves add to your wedding ensemble. This is a great fall or winter look, adding just a touch of warmth while looking classically bridal.

Romantic Bridal Halos

A sparkling rhinestone or metallic halo touches your locks with unforgettable radiance. Transitioning us from summer’s floral wreaths to winter’s blissful bling, these trendy headpieces have us falling in love.

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Harvest Theme

Say “I do” to kettle corn, pumpkins, preserves, and cornucopias of harvest decorations! This deliciously colorful time of year lends itself to gorgeous photos.

Dramatic Veils

A beautiful veil catches the light of the setting sun and lights up your look with incredible romance. Try a few outdoors shots to capture the glory of autumn before it’s gone!

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What is your favorite late autumn detail?