HYDRANGEAS AND SATIN

Looking forward to Spring this year? It's all about new beginnings. With a little help from the wonderful tools over at SMP, I've put together a medley of tones found in the Aurora Borealis range I just couldn't resist ringing in the New Year with. Happy 2010! Credits: Gown by Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal Couture; Shoes by Kate Spade

NEW LAUNCH!

As editor of Bride Chic I can't tell you how excited I am about this new launch! For those of you following Bride Chic, The Blog, The Zine is a hand-picked assortment of features focusing on all the best of the blog and Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal Couture combined. That's right, if you love those fashion editorials you can catch three at a time on the Zine. In addition will be a few postings from some

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COCKTAIL CHIC

click to enlargeHere's something festive to ring in the New Year. Check out this cocktail-chic little gem fromMax Chaoul's, 'I Love You 2010' Collection. A real dazzler, don't you think?

Grooming For Men

Wedding GroomGrooming Tips for MenWhether you’re the main attraction (groom) or a trusty sidekick (groomsmen), wedding days call for men to look their best. & even if your wedding is a thing of the past, you’ve always got anniversaries to deal with. Here are some men’s grooming tips to handle both the wedding & everything that comes after (or any formal event you are invited to).* If you’ve

GOWN VERSUS DRESS

Sweetlight StudiosGowns by Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal CoutureStephanie Williams PhotographyOkay, so . . . is there really a difference between a wedding gown and a wedding dress? I mean you hear designers and savvy merchandisers referring to what you wear on your big day as either gown or dress. So which is it?Defined, gowns are anything to the floor and definitely ones with trains and/or extensions

INSPIRATION SUNDAY

Azac Clothing CompanyO Mistress mine, where are you roaming?O, stay and hear; your true love's coming,That can sing both high and low:Trip no further, pretty sweeting;Journeys end in lovers meeting,Every wise man's son doth know.What is love? 'Tis not hereafter;Present mirth hath present laughter;What's to come is still unsure:In delay there lies not plenty;Then, come kiss me, sweet and twenty,

VIVA LA BELLE EPOQUE!

The gown here fits perfectly into the Belle Epoque theme. Titled, 'Evening in Paris', the gown is by Elie Saab; veil and flower headpiece by Dolce & Gabbana; rings by Dior Fine Jewelry. Credits: The Independent Online, Martha Stewart Weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings, Four Seasons Magazine, Weddings in France-Belle Epoque RestaurantSpecial thanks to Lauren Kolalski of SMP Style Circle who created

Best Planning a Christmas Wedding

It's the most wonderful time of the year, your family is gathered around you, and the church is already decorated. Why not have a Christmas wedding? Here are ideas and tips to have a fantastic Christmas wedding with all the trimmings.Via

Christmas Wedding Dress

Christmas weddings or Christmas-themed weddings are wonderful concepts for Wedding. They do not give an auspicious touch to your wedding but also give a festive feel to it. Via

Ivy D. / Wandering BohemianHave yourself a merry little Christmas!

WINTER BRIDES

David ShoreyEnjoy this array of winter wedding gowns and off the charts accessorizing ideas shot by some of the finest photographers in the world. If you're on the hunt for that wintery fashion twist for your wedding or Christmas Day, keep browsing . . . . . . Vicious Dolls winterwolfstudios.com Jamie CochranDG Studios SerdarDesign

HEADLINES

Hats on headsIn celebration of Christmas, this hat and veil combo by Hats on Heads looks a little Dickensian. The Venise lace application combined with small silk roses is has a real one of a kindchic.

MORE WINTER CHIC

Rosy Garbo Winter brings so many opportunities. Did you realize adding a jacket or needed accessory like a belt can improve the look of your gown? These additions can also be put to use after the wedding. The feathered coat would totally rock with a pair of jeans.Anna Ceruti Jenny Packham

A LITTLE MONDAY INSPIRATION

Credits: lepapierstudio (2), brides.com, marthastewart (2), "LOS CABOS" by Dolly CoutureIn the midst of all the holiday hoopla, stop a moment and glean a bit of inspiration from this array of images I found on Style Circle. The decorative accents like a spray of berries, miniature pine cones embellished with needles are simple and elegant touches. If you have all the right materials handy, you

THE CHRISTMAS WEDDING

click to enlargeLove to say I dreamed up this array of holiday cheer myself but I lifted it off one of my favorite sites, The Perfect Palette. They ran this about a month back and if you missed out on it, now's your chance to share this winter wedding with all the ice- white beauty of falling snowflakes and bare tree branches, candy canes and hot cocoa.

VINTAGE BOUDOIR

Credits: Vanity Fair, Vanity Fair (2), ShowtimeYou might just find you love vintage-chc lingerie as much as you do retro fashion and bridal. What women wear underneath it all changes with the eras of course. These Vargas-like images go from WWII pin-up to mid sixties funk. Reminiscent of boudoir photography--those shots you have done in a session with a photographer specializing in this niche--

THE SNOW WEDDING

Credits: Delicious Desserts, James Christianson (3), ABC Dragoo, James Abel Events (2), Belathee PhotographyThe thing I miss most about living in New York is the marked change of seasons and the drama of a snow-sparkled climate come Christmas time. Here in California we do get our share of snow but not in San Francisco. As a kid, watching holiday TV specials like, Perry Como's Christmas in

EYE CANDY

This unique headpiece aptly named, 'Candy' by Yvette Jelfs needs few words. I will say, we seem to be in an era celebrating the hat and/or headpiece as a work of art--especially in Europe where some events like Ascot and Ladies Days revolve around wearing the chicest you can find.

DRESSING THE LITTLE PEOPLE IN YOUR WEDDING

At last. Since some of you have emailed me about where to find flower girl and page outfits that don't look like Little Miss Contestants and Halloween costumes,, I 'm happy to report my designer chum Stephanie Staub of Little Eglantine in the UK has added some new dresses and suits to her collection. Specializing in outfitting those little people in your party, Stephanie offers traditional

Beautiful Wedding Gown for Your Wedding Day

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WINTERESQUE

winter III by aline☮ featuring Miu Miu shoes Shell and Bead Embroidered Clutch Bag - Evening Handbags - FunkyAccessories...funkyaccessories.comWarehouse - Category List$165 - warehouse.co.ukMiu Miu Strappy bejeweled sandals$1,295 - net-a-porter.comYou may be thinking New Years Eve or even what you're going to wear to all those shimmering events. This set off Polyvore really struck me in the sense

WRAPPING UP

For all those snow and cold weather brides, you have some great options for keeping warm this season. From shrugs to jackets to full length coats and stoles, anything with fur--real or faux --will snuggle and toast you warm once you brave the elements. I'd have no problem wearing any of these coats or this shawl with a pair of Guess after the big day. Style Me PrettyAcquachiara Le Spose di Giò

Wedding Gown Choosing

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A PINCH OF BLUE

Credits: thisisglamour (3), ritzybeeblog (2)This board features an image by my favorite photographer, Chris Nicholls.I found this lovely combination of beautiful things on Style Circle, a treasure trove of ideas. Titled, 'A Pinch of Blue' there's just enough to add a little something--that kind of something found in old French paintings . . .

INSPIRED

Hats on HeadsCheck out what's in store for Spring! Love this design by hats on Heads of the UK. I hope this designer's creativity has inspired you as it did me when I first saw it. My thoughts? Initially? 'I only wish my garden looked half as nice . . . . '

Wedding Ring Set

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GOING REGAL

How do you get that regal look? Think Audrey Hepburn in My Fair Lady. She wore the jewels and carried off that stunning hairdressing that made her look like royalty. With just a few choice accessories, you can get a look perfect for any grand ball room wedding. Start with the opera gloves. Add the silver bracelet and it's 'Your highness" All images iosposa

More Wedding Favors

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few tips for getting started on the right foot

WeddingsAre you in a hard spot in your marriage right now? Every relationship has its problems & its rough patches, but that doesn't mean that you need to give up when the going gets hard. For lots of couples, they can actually work through their problems to generate a stronger relationship. Sometimes the hard times are actually learning lessons in disguise. Here are a few tips for getting

Wavy Hairstyle for Weddings

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Choose Yours Wedding Rings Own

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Rules Speech of the Best Man in Wedding Ceremony

Couple Wedding DressCouple Wedding Dress1. Try to be concise. Make it less than 1000 words or around 7 minutes. You don’t need to bore people you need to get them dancing.2. Your speech should include bits of humor, but does it must include every detail? Think about the funny parts of the story, sometimes it’s best to leave things out.Couple Wedding Dress3. The speech should be entertaining to

How Saving Marriage?

Bridal Gown Wedding DressBridal Gown Wedding DressYou can save you marriage with or without separation & in my opinion; I think you ought to try to save your marriage without first having a separation. All you need to do is to seek professional help so as to effectively resolve all the marital conflict issues that would have led you to trying the act of separation in the first place.Bridal Gown

Plan Wedding Yourself for Best Party

Natural Wedding Photo'sYour wedding is five of the most significant events in your life and you need everything to be perfect. To make that possible, you have to give more time and work in the wedding preparations. But how can you possibly do that without compromising your work schedule if you do not have a wedding planner? It does not have to be complicated. maximize your relatives, friends, and