Tag: Romantic

Lovely Lace: Spotlight on V7162

There’s nothing like a veil to make you feel like a bride. The timeless beauty of lace adds an air of feminine class to your wedding day style. Elegant and intricate, a pretty lace veil completes your look with sheer romance.

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If you’ve got your heart set on a stunning lace gown, you might want to check out one of our most coveted lace veil styles: V7162.

Style V7162 is a single tier, scalloped lace edge veil that floats to your fingertips. This gorgeous style is available in blush, champagne, diamond white, ivory, or white tulle. Enchanting Alençon lace beautifully enhances floral lace gowns, as well as dresses with dimensional flowers. For an extra-dreamy ensemble, you can even pair this design with a soft tulle skirt.

This lovely piece pairs well with romantic hair flowers, gold accessories, and feminine belts. Try it on at your nearest bridal salon!  You can also check out our newest headpiece collection to add a lovely bit of hair jewelry; be sure to stop by our belts page for a pretty bridal sash to complete your look.

You only get married once. Create a once-in-a-lifetime ensemble for your special day!

10 Things To Be Thankful For On Your Wedding Day

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You’ll spend months planning for the big day, but you won’t believe how quickly the ceremony and reception will fly by! In the spirit of Thanksgiving, remember to stop, smell the roses, and enjoy these 10 things when the time comes to say “I do.”

The Weather

Good or bad, the weather will impact your special day. Sunshine adds a cheerful glow to your photos—rain is good luck! Have fun and make the most of the season in which you marry.

Your Best Girl

This might be your maid of honor, a close relative, or a cherished friend. When there’s a last-minute crisis, she’s there for you. Let her know you appreciate her support!

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Delicious Food

You specially planned out the whole menu. Enjoy it! Whatever meal you serve at your wedding will always have a special place in your heart (or perhaps your stomach).

The Bar

Whether you need to drown out embarrassing comments from relatives or just want to have a good time, relaxing with a few drinks is a well-earned privilege of the bride and groom.

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Your Grandparents

If they hadn’t fallen in love, your parents wouldn’t have been born (and neither would you). Be thankful for them, wherever they are; they made your story possible.

Tasty Treats 

Your wedding cake is a big deal! Unless you don’t like cake, in which case the lovely little goodies you serve instead will provide a much-needed sugar rush during the reception.

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Hired Help

From the wedding planner to the photographer, everyone who takes part in your wedding relieves you of responsibility. The less you have to handle the day of, the more you can enjoy getting married!

Your Parents

They helped shape you as a person and taught you how to recognize a good partner. Take an opportunity to thank them for all the wonderful things they’ve done in your life.

The Guests

Your friends have played nearly as important a role in your life as your family. It’s a blessing to have people you care about there to watch you say “I do” to a new future.

Your Groom

Above all, be grateful that you found true love—not everyone is so lucky! It is a rare and beautiful thing to cultivate a relationship like yours. Cherish it with all your heart.

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Tell us, what are you thankful for?

Fall Bridal Market Recap

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We showed at the Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, and New York bridal markets. We enjoyed seeing all of our stores and hearing positive responses to the Fall 2015 collection. Our gorgeous accessories complement many popular Allure, Casablanca, Maggie Sottero, Monique Lhuillier, Samuelle Couture, and Truvelle gowns. Have you matched our accessories with other designer dresses?

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For Spring 2016, we are carrying over trends like floral crowns and accessories in champagne and blush. We also have new items such as shoulder jewelry, opal headpieces, and veils with metallic lace! Swarovski crystals, intricate embroidery, and extra-soft tulle are making an appearance.

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Our romantic gold and silver lace cathedral veils beautifully complement the woodsy, rustic-chic vibe that is so popular this season.

Untitled-1For more dramatic brides, our pretty-as-a-princess opal and rhinestone jewelry complete an effect of fairy-tale elegance.

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Our variety of belts range from simple & delicate to bold and beautiful.

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Looking for shoulder jewelry? Set your heart on these lovely styles incorporating vintage designs, draping crystals, lustrous pearls, and oh-so-much sparkle!

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Tell us, which look is your favorite? Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and Facebook for more fashion-forward updates and sneak peeks of this season’s lovely styles!

Want to see more? Check our website in December for the full Spring 2016 Collection gallery.

Beauty at the Beach

We just love seeing fun photo shoots that incorporate the most gorgeous gowns along with our very own lovely accessories! This “trash the dress” session at the beach looks so breezy and crisp, we can almost smell the fresh sea air. Thanks to Jessica Cooper Photography for sharing these inspirational post-wedding photos!

There’s something so timelessly ethereal about wearing a veil at the beach. A Sweet Caroline gown with pretty lace and heart-fluttering ruffles steals the show, pairing gorgeously with our veil style V7234. This bride also wore our metallic halo 6510, and brought her bouquet along, too!

It sure looks like this bride and groom had a fun day. Are you planning on taking bridal photos at the beach? Share your story!

Check out our Store Locator to find these items in a bridal boutique near you!

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Florals: Pink Dahlia Vintage
Cake: The Cake Studio of Ocean City
Dress Designer: Sweet Caroline Styles
Bridal Accessories: Bel Aire Bridal
Hair/Makeup: Belles & Grooms
Calligraphy: Parris Chic Boutique
Photography: Jessica Cooper Photography

Styled Shoot: Autumn at the Beach

We are so excited to be included in this lovely styled shoot by Jessica Cooper Photography, featuring Sweet Caroline Gowns and our very own accessories!

Feast your eyes on these gorgeous pics incorporating a wild bouquet with marsala flowers, creatively styled driftwood branches, and a ruffled, utterly swoonworthy dress. Check out the romantic moments beneath the veil—you can almost feel the love and serenity.

Who knew a day at the beach could be so classy?

This styled shoot featured our dreamy, cascading cathedral veil V7234 and our pretty pearl and rhinestone halo 6510. Check out our Store Locator to find these items in a bridal boutique near you!

Credits-

Florals: Pink Dahlia Vintage
Cake: The Cake Studio of Ocean City
Dress Designer: Sweet Caroline Styles
Bridal Accessories: Bel Aire Bridal
Hair/Makeup: Belles & Grooms
Calligraphy: Parris Chic Boutique
Photography: Jessica Cooper Photography

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!

Budget Friendly Headbands

Want to brighten your wedding-day hairstyle, but also need to save money for the honeymoon? Check out our gorgeous headpieces that retail for only around $100. If you’re a budget-savvy bride, you can look amazing without sacrificing style—or your post-wedding financial goals.

Pretty Headbands

Easy to wear and perfectly pretty, a sparkling headband adds sweet shimmer to your bridal look. These beautiful designs offer an effortless styling option for both long and short hair.

 

Style 6564 breathes modern elegance. This delicate silver hair chain glitters with tiny rhinestone accents, bringing the perfect hint of sparkle to your look. This light little detail may be “dressed up” with a dramatic veil or worn alone for a simple bohemian style.

Style 6517 adds a touch of delicate sparkle to your bridal tresses. Tiny flowers composed of twinkling rhinestones infuse your look with subtle bling. This piece is perfect for special occasions before and after the wedding, too!

Infuse your look with carefree, modern beauty wearing style 6404. Inspired by nature, this narrow pearl and rhinestone leaf headband perfectly complements a variety of gowns. Customize your style by pairing different jewelry options.


Reasons to LOVE Flower Headpieces

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Are you a bohemian bride? A romantic? A modern, trend-follower? A trend-setter? No matter what your wedding look may be, we have ten good reasons to swoon over a gorgeous flower halo or headpiece.

ROMANCE

A flower halo is super romantic—just like the bridal bouquet. There’s just something about flowers that sets our hearts aflutter.

SPARKLE

These days, flower halos and tie headbands include sparkling elements like metallic details, crystals, and rhinestones. If you can add a little extra bling to your bridal style, go for it!

TRADITION

Flower crowns have been around for centuries. Back in the day, brides wore certain flowers for luck, superstition, or symbolism.

BEAUTY

A flower halo looks perfect styled with loose, romantic waves. You’ll get photos with flowers all around your gorgeous face, you lucky girl.

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FEMININITY

Flowers are a symbol of femininity—come on, how many guys do you see wearing flowers in their hair? Grace your locks with your favorites.

SEASONAL THEME

Since flowers are seasonal, many brides wear floral halos during the spring and summer months. This look is gorgeous for a warm-weather wedding.

EASY TO WEAR

A flower crown doesn’t need much maintenance. You can wear it over a draped veil for dramatic effect or even alone for a light touch of beauty.

MIX & MATCH

Coordinate your floral headpiece with other elements in your wedding wardrobe. If your gown is soft blush, you can choose a blush-colored halo. If you’re in love with gold jewelry, match a gold halo.

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Tell us, which flower headpiece is your favorite and why?

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!