Wednesday, February 3, 2010 Posted By: Paola
I adore it when my clients do a fun wardrobe change at some point in their reception…..it reminds me of the good ol’ days when the bride would change into the most exquisite chic white suit right before her farewell send-off . I ran across this little number and swooned…..Phillip Lim can do no wrong, plus, who doesn’t…,
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Tuesday, January 26, 2010 Posted By: Paola
One of my 2010 New Year’s resolutions was to be a much more regular blog poster, so I’ve decided to add a weekly feature to the blog entitled “Gasp Worthy”. It will feature one or two items that I’ve stumbled upon that week that I crave, covet, and/or would rob a bank for. I’ll be blogging…,
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Monday, February 23, 2009 Posted By: Paola
I puffy heart JCrew…..they always come out with the most adorable bridesmaids’ dresses that don’t scream “BRIDESMAID”, and come in a good range of colors. Below are some of my newest favorites!
The Sydney dress:
The Twist Tank dress:
The Halter Sangle dress:
And, my absolute fave….the Penelope dress, I am obsessed with the elegance and regal feel of the high…,
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Thursday, September 18, 2008 Posted By: Paola
I recently learned a fun fact about the origin of the garter toss, from the Wiki:
Historically, this garter tradition relates to the belief that taking an article of the bride’s clothing would bring good luck. As this often resulted in the destruction of the bride’s dress, the tradition arose for the bride to toss articles…,
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Wednesday, July 2, 2008 Posted By: Paola
Brides sometimes spend upwards of 6 months searching for the perfect dress, but what about what to wear under it??
For a smooth look, I know many of us bow down to Spanx, said to be able to take inches off your waist and hips. This strapless full slip may be the perfect undergarment for those wearing…,
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Tuesday, May 27, 2008 Posted By: Paola
We’ve passed the Memorial Day hump…..I love it when summer gets so close!! The stores finally get an array of adorable white dresses, perfect for a bride-to-be to wear to her rehearsal dinner!!
Here are some incredible options that have been popping up this season:
Milly’s scallop strapless dress, found at Shopbop:
Catherine Malandrino’s balloon sleeve dress, also found at Shopbop:
Lilly…,
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