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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

Engagement Ring Cuts—Which Is Yours?

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With the holidays just around the corner, we’re coming up on engagement season! Whether you’re dreaming of a sparkly present or already window shopping, take a peek at the different cuts. Find out which one is yours and what it says about your bridal style!

 Round Brilliant

Round

You are traditional, romantic, and devoted. You want a pretty, sparkly solitaire that will still look incredible in twenty years. The round cut is the most popular for good reason—you get brilliance, fire, and scintillation all in one package.

Your Bridal Style: Romantic. You’re more interested in having a beautiful marriage than an over-the-top wedding, and you prefer your details to be thoughtful and timeless. You’ll be looking at family traditions for inspiration.

Our Top Picks: Styles with pearls and lace. Consider our top headpieces like 6435, 6161, 6202, and 6534. Check out our Lace Veils and Cathedral Veils to best complement your gown.

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Princess Cut

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You are grounded, modern, and artistic. You like traditional sparkle coupled with an edgy shape. While you’re not very interested in celebrity trends or over-the-top romance, you still want a ring that looks stylish with just a touch of feminine charm.

Your Bridal Style: Trendy. Your wedding will be personalized, skipping outdated traditions and frivolous details. Your look blends modern elegance and rustic beauty.

Our Top Picks: Metallic florals. Consider creative designs like 6505, 6522, 6452, and 6644. Check out our Embroidered Veils and Classic Veils to best complement your gown.

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Oval 

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You are trendy, classy, and feminine. Though you want the sparkle and fire of a round cut, you adore the just-a-bit-different charm of an oval ring. You are modern and want a band or halo adorned with plenty of small diamonds.

Your Bridal Style: Trendy. Though you enjoy a few classic elements, you want your celebration to be modern and fresh, with just a hint of glamour. You’ll be looking on Pinterest and at celebrity weddings for inspiration.

Our Top Picks: Anything with opal crystals and rhinestones. Consider our newest styles like 6600, 6615, 6617, and 6628. Check out our Classic Veils and Cathedral Veils to best complement your gown.

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Emerald & Asscher 

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You are elegant, classy, and empowered. You want a distinctive, brilliant ring that flashes rather than sparkles. Not given to sentiment, you want a high-quality statement stone that reflects your individuality and good taste.

Your Bridal Style: Classic. Modern but not trendy, you want a sophisticated black tie wedding marked by flawless simplicity and streamlined elegance. You’ll be choosing top-of-the-line vendors.

Our Top Picks: Elegant rhinestone designs. Consider styles like 6284, 6557, 6533, and 6513. Check out our Classic Veils and French Net Veils to best complement your gown.

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Marquise

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You are outgoing, creative, and vintage-obsessed. You love any trend that calls back the fashions of previous ages. The courtly marquise looks amazing on your hand, and you love showing it off.

Your Bridal Style: Vintage. You are all about opulence and over-the-top sparkle. Your look is glamorous, daring, and totally retro.

Our Top Picks: Vintage-inspired bling. Consider styles like 6310, 6351, 6354, and 6400. Check out our Beaded Veils and French Net Veils to complement your gown.

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Stacked Rings

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You are sentimental, modern, and free-spirited. You have a penchant for feminine sparkle, but shy away from the traditional solitaire. One ring won’t cut it—you love the dramatic beauty and symbolism behind adding a ring for every major life experience, starting with your engagement.

Your Bridal Style: Glamorous. You want your wedding to be personalized, with extra-special glamour and romance. You’ll look to Pinterest and ask friends for wedding inspiration.

Our Top Picks: Anything fabulous. Consider sparkly styles like 6644, 6642, 6620, and 6610. Check out our Embroidered Veils and Cathedral Veils to best complement your gown.

Cushion & Radiant

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You are dramatic, outgoing, and trendy. You want a ring that will blow your socks off and look amazing, no matter how many times you see it in photos. You want a solitaire with a halo, and maybe even a rose gold band.

Your Bridal Style: Glamorous. You want your wedding to be epic. A bit of sparkle never hurt anyone.

Our Top Picks: Bling and more bling. Consider our most sparkly styles, like 6603, 6611, 6627, and 6500. Check out our Beaded Veils and Cathedral Veils to best complement your gown.

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What type of engagement ring do you have? Tell us about your bridal style!

Top Sparkly Styles for December

Bel-Aire-Bridal-Sparkle-Christmas-1Want to look gorgeous this winter? Whether you’re the bride, a bridesmaid, or an honored guest, you’ll feel absolutely stunning showing off these lovely, sparkling styles. Take your pick of crush-worthy opals and glamorous rhinestones, and get ready to shine!

The Look: Winter Wonderland

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Deck your hair with gorgeous headband 6603 embellished with dazzling crystal opals and shimmering rhinestones. Radiantly eye-catching, this glamorous statement piece infuses your style with enchanting beauty. Match it with rhinestone or opal crystal jewelry to complete a stunning look.

The Look: Regal Elegance

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Channel your inner princess wearing beautiful, vintage-inspired headpiece 6612. Sparkling rhinestones with elegant satin cording weaving through transforms your hairstyle with regal elegance. Pair this with the rhinestone jewelry of your choice and a classic gown.

The Look: Jazzing It Up

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Dazzle everyone with gorgeous headband 6611 embellished with shimmering rhinestones. Sparkly as a cluster of stars, this radiant statement piece infuses your style with fantastic bling. Pair this masterpiece with statement earrings and a swanky dress for an unforgettable look.

The Look: Life of the Party

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Add a touch of romantic whimsy with gorgeous rhinestone flower headband 6623. Twinkling flowers and graceful swirls weave over your hairstyle with feminine sparkle. This lovely style beautifully enhances lace gowns and floral accessories with everlasting shine.

Which one is your favorite? Find it at your nearest retailer!

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.

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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

My Bridal Style: Glamorous

Brighten up gloomy days with a bit of gorgeous bling! If you want your wedding ensemble to look absolutely stunning, shimmer in candlelight, and make you feel lovelier than a princess, then you might be a My Bridal Style Glamorous bride.

Check out a few of our favorite dazzling headpieces with rhinestone accents and/or exquisite silver beading. Are you ready to sparkle?

A rhinestone bridal comb is classy and timeless while still adding that bit of sparkle you crave. Style 6557 is a petite, vintage-inspired silver flower clip with round, marquise, and pear-shaped stones amidst clear crystal beads. You’ll feel romantically beautiful and dazzle your groom at the same time! This design is lovely for engagement parties and anniversaries, too.

Jazz up your bridal ensemble with an utterly captivating statement piece. The sumptuous silver beading and intricate array of rhinestones on style 6552 create a gorgeous vintage-inspired accent. Stunningly sparkly, this design will have all eyes on you. Wear it as an elegant belt for the wedding, and switch to a fabulous headpiece for your reception!

Style your bridal curls with a sweet comb of glittering rhinestones. Curved like a slight crescent moon, 6567 sparkles with an array of pear, round, and oval rhinestones in a timelessly elegant design. Tiny rhinestone flowers and crystal beads add that touch of bridal beauty while making you truly shine. Wear it in the back of an updo, or as a tiny tiara—your choice!

When a little bridal comb just doesn’t add enough sparkle, show off a dramatic headband! Style 6565 loads your hairstyle with instant glamour. Featuring opulent round, pear, and marquise shaped rhinestones in an eye-catching design, this gorgeous band is perfect for a formal wedding. Create a truly special look by pairing a pretty veil and statement jewelry.

Love vintage decadence? Enhance a beaded or lace gown with style 6562, a graceful beaded and rhinestone-embellished tie headpiece. Designed to shimmer, this gorgeous design echoes the glamour of style 6552 with a narrower and (slightly) less dramatic design. This vintage-inspired bit of pretty looks great on bridesmaids and is beautiful as a narrow belt!

Flowers aren’t just for spring! Bling up your autumn or winter wedding look with metallic floral clip 6587. Silver rhinestone swirls add enchanting beauty, while marquise rhinestones catch the light with fabulous appeal that will complement any gown. You’ll love the amazing romance and glamour of this easy-wear design.

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How are you adding sparkle to your bridal ensemble? Tell us which design is your favorite!

How To Create Snazzy Vintage Style

She dances to the beat of her own drum. Her attire is classic and timeless with a historic twist. Her smile is unforgettable; her sparkle lights up the room. Red lips? Absolutely. Bold bling? You betcha.

Are you a stylish vintage bride?

Accessories can make or break your ensemble. This week, we’re pulling out all the stops and styling our most fabulous designs for all you vintage-inspired gals. Whether you love old-fashioned elegance or eye-catching bling, these decadent designs will bring bold beauty to your wedding look.

Enthrall your groom with a fascinator fit for Old Hollywood parties! Style 6280 combines rhinestones of all shapes and sizes in a fantastic headpiece practically dripping with opulence. A metallic cuff bracelet like BC132 combines baguette and pear rhinestones in a dazzling array for that added touch of magic.

Style 6400 celebrates the age of jazz with edgy Art Deco patterns and serious sparkle. Get ready to wow your guests wearing this twinkly, silver statement piece! Match it with bracelet BC145 or some stunning drop earrings for extra pizazz.

Speaking of enchanting, style 6161 makes it easy to lock eyes across the room. Glamorous rhinestones and intricate silver beads weave an instant statement of fashion and style. Pair it with a simple but slinky satin dress, and you’ve got an alluring combination sure to take your partner’s breath away. Bonus: this design may be worn as a headpiece or a belt. Which would you choose?

Maybe your style is a bit more classic. Add a timeless heirloom to your bridal wardrobe with style 6193—an exquisite comb of metallic flowers sparkling with fantastic elegance. Wear it with a veil or alone as a twinkling accent piece.

Say hello to retro! For the trendy bride blending something old with something new, boho-chic halos bring carefree bling to those loose, wavy locks. These versatile styles are perfect for a dress change and look amazing with or without a bridal veil.

Turn heads with the glittering, show-stopping opulence of style 6520, which features circular motifs in a decadent halo. For a free-spirited nod to eras past, consider rhinestone chain headpiece 6502. Feeling flirty? Slip into style 6505 or 6509 and light up the party with your twinkling glow.

Which vintage look is your favorite? Tell us which styles you’d wear with a bridal veil or extra bling!

5 Amazing Looks for Beach Brides

Are you planning a destination wedding, getting married in a tropical setting, or saying “I do” on sandy shores? Check out our favorite styling ideas for unconventional and classic brides alike! Express your personal bridal style with these amazing accessories.

BOHO BRIDAL STYLE

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Better together: a bridal headpiece over a foldover veil looks stunning. Choose a headpiece that reflects your personality—bling or beads or metallic details—and pair it up with just about any circle cut veil. This elegant combo complements the incredible beauty of the ocean with a bit of your own boho-chic charm.

HEADPIECE ONLY

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So you don’t want to wear a veil. No problem! A pretty headpiece will definitely say “bride” and make you feel absolutely gorgeous. If you’re the carefree type, check out a soft flower comb or delicately bejeweled halo. For the more formal future Mrs., a beaded headband or pearl hair vine offers a swanky touch of elegance.

THE ULTRA-LONG VEIL

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Nothing makes our hearts flutter more than a gorgeous cathedral veil. Get in the spirit of beauty and romance wearing a long, dramatic design! Whether you choose a light cut edge or lace details, this style is sure to look lovely blowing back in the breeze.

VEIL & HEADPIECE

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Combine a pretty veil and the headpiece of your choice for a flawless, put-together bridal ensemble. You can wear the veil for your bridal portraits and ceremony, and then party all night wearing an eye-catching headpiece! This picture-perfect pairing personalizes a traditional look.

FOLDOVER VEIL

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There’s something so dreamy about a bride wearing a sheer tulle veil over her face. A classic blusher is usually worn by a bride as she is walking down the aisle, and it is lifted before the kiss. You can achieve the same fairy-tale beauty with a circle cut veil or a two-tier design.

Where are you getting married, and which look is your favorite?

Budget-Friendly Bridal – Clips

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Want to brighten your wedding-day hairstyle, but also need to save money for the honeymoon? Check out our gorgeous clips that retail around $100 for the budget-savvy bride. Look gorgeous without sacrificing style—or your post-wedding financial goals!

SPARKLING CLIPS

A little sparkle goes a long way! Feel your most beautiful and give your look the slightest hint of glamour. These lovely accent pieces will bling up your bridal hairstyle.

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1710 – PETITE RHINESTONE CLIPS

Pretty up your hairstyle with style 1710. A dazzling little pair of rhinestone clips, these glittering leaves and round rhinestones add a touch of sparkle to your bridal ensemble. These clips hold well in most hair types and are great gifts for bridesmaids, too!

6493 – PEARL & RHINESTONE CLIP

For a touch of romance, clip in style 6493. Lustrous pearls and twinkling rhinestones shine with fairy-tale elegance on this lovely little bridal accent. This piece coordinates beautifully with your pearl or rhinestone jewelry and is a fun addition to your reception look!

6405 – ART DECO RHINESTONE CLIP

Style a gorgeous vintage-inspired look wearing glittering Art Deco clip 6405! Whether your look is truly retro or just timeless, you’ll love the jazzy shimmer and intricate beauty of this stunning sparkler.

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Be sure to check back next month for our “Budget Headpiece” spotlight on Headbands! 

Five Reasons to Wear a Bridal Belt

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We love the versatility and beauty of bridal belts. Available in a variety of shapes and colors with gorgeously constructed beading and sparkling rhinestones, a bridal belt adds unique beauty to your wedding day ensemble. Here are our top five reasons you should wear one.

MAKE IT YOUR OWN

Okay, so you scouted Pinterest, Google images, your favorite bridal magazines, and a plethora of blogs for the perfect gown… but you do realize that hundreds of other brides will be wearing the exact same one? Make your wedding feel extra special and give the dress your own personality by adding a belt. This transforms your bridal look with a new style that is completely your own.

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WAIST DEFINITION 

Some gowns are almost perfect… but could use a little bit of help. Maybe the dress feels snug in one spot, but needs to be taken in or let out in other places—which makes sense, as no two brides will be exactly the same fit! One way to make a gown flatter your silhouette is by wearing a belt, which adds a point of reference for the eye and gives your waist slimming definition.

SPARKLE, SPARKLE, SPARKLE 

If you have a simple gown or find yourself getting lost in lace, a bit of sparkle can help! Many belts feature intricate beading or pretty shimmer that helps to glam up your look. Belts can also beautifully complement the details on your dress or match a lovely headpiece.

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BOW BACK

A dramatic sash can add a pop of color to your entire ensemble. A romantic bow back dresses up your pics with even more bridal beauty. This look is feminine, retro, and totally chic.

BALANCE IS BEAUTIFUL

If you’re wearing a dramatic veil, headpiece, or shoes, consider adding a belt to complete your wedding wardrobe. A pretty belt draws the eye and will help tie together your other accessories for a coordinated, balanced look.

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Check out our Belts page to see all the looks available. Visit our Store Locator page to find them in a bridal salon near you!

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