Making An Oscar Statement!

I have met with several potential 2012 and 2013 brides this past week and when I ask the top three vendors they'd like to distribute their money, most have said: (1) venue; (2) photography; and (3) MY WEDDING GOWN.  Of course, we all know that the wedding gown is the focal part of the ceremony, but let's not forget the dazzling accessories to accompany this fabric centerpiece.

With the 2012 Oscars now behind us and watching all that glitz and glam walk the red carpet, I'm inspired by statement pieces to accessorize your bridal gown.  Check out some of my favs:

Statement headband

Statement belt to embellish your gorgeous wedding gown

These Valentino shoes are STUNNING!

No simple bracelet...stack on the bling!

Statement veil accompanied by a statement necklace

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits: bracelets - www.stylemepretty.com; shoes - www.www.christianothstudio.com; belt - www.bridalblog.mjtrim.com; headband - www.theknot.com; necklace - www.loveala.com)

Wedding Dress: To Belt or Not to Belt

My 10-week Wedding Planner Certification class of 8 concluded last night and for their final project, the students had to present a wedding based on a budget no less than $20,000, but no more then $60,000. And can I just say...I was simply blown away by their presentations! One of the ladies, Lindsey, actually created my dream wedding and she did an EXCELLENT job using the colors red and Tiffany blue, but what stuck out for me the most was how she added a belt to my simple, but elegant mini wedding dress.

We add this simple accessory to our everyday wear, so of course it just makes sense to add a belt or sash to the most demure wedding gown to make it speak even louder. Check out some of our favorite looks.





Until next time...WEDologize!
(photo credits: http://www.etsy.com/category/weddings/accessories)