My first thought when I saw Elle Macpherson step onto the red carpet at the Golden Globes was how effortlessly ethereal she looked. Would that dress not make the most beautiful bridal gown? And throw on some big gold earrings, and colorful bangles for a fun reception look. Her hair was beautiful, and a light veil would look gorgeous pinned into the crown. Wearing a gorgeous Zac Posen gown and jewelry by Lorraine Schwartz, the supermodel looked better than anyone else on the red carpet!
If you love Anthropologie’s boho-chic style, then you’ll flip over the company’s latest retail concept, BHLDN, a bridal boutique set to launch online this Valentine’s Day. The collection will consist of weddings gowns ($1000-$4000), bridesmaid/event dresses ($200-$600), accessories, shoes, lingerie, jewelry, and even wedding decor (debuting online in May). WWD has the scoop on what to expect (unique details like pleating, pearl-studded flowers, chiffon butterflies, over-sized bows) such as the styles featured below.
Photos from WWD, shot by Kyle Ericksen
Want to see more? Glamour has a beautiful selection of photos featuring head-to-toe looks from the collection. ~SQ
The bridal collection is now available at the Oscar de la Renta NorthPark boutique. The Dominican designer, best known for his attention to detail and feminine tailoring, dresses many celebrities for the red-carpet as well as their walk down the aisle. You can now shop the entire bridal line including gowns, veils, shoes, jewelry, and accessories right here in Dallas. Stop in February 11-12 for a spring 2011 bridal trunk show and preview the fall 2011 bridal collection. ~SQ
Floral Detail Faille Roll Clutch
Enamel Flower with Teardrop Pearl Earrings
Photos Courtesy of Oscar de la Renta
Sample sales are abundant in New York, but to those of us in other parts of the country it’s a rarity. Thanks to online sites like The Aisle New York, brides across the country now have access to designer wedding gowns at discount prices through exclusive online sales. Oscar de la Renta, Angel Sanchez, Lela Rose, Monique Lhuillier, and Elizabeth Fillmore are just some of the designers whose dresses will be featured.
Sales will run for a limited time for members (membership is free) only, who will receive email notices of upcoming sales. Most of the merchandise is from previous seasons and therefore typically priced at 50% off retail. In addition to gowns, the site also offers a selection of veils and headpieces, jewelry, lingerie, shoes, and evening bags. Sign up now using this link to shop selections from Elizabeth Fillmore, Angel Sanchez, Oscar de la Renta accessories, Monique Lhuillier, and Suzanne Couture Millinery January 3. Bonus: Every time you purchase a dress or gown on The Aisle New York, they donate a portion of the sale to a charity chosen specifically by each designer. Look good while doing good!
Images from The Aisle New York
The Wedding Suite at Nordstrom NorthPark opened this week. One of only fourteen Nordstrom locations to launch the concept (Houston and San Antonio also have one), they will carry select items for the bride and the bridal party. Find bridesmaid and reception dresses, shoes, jewelry, and more. Capsule collections of bridal, bridesmaid and special-occasion dresses by guest designers will include ML Monique Lhuillier (see below), Notte by Marchesa, Milly, Kate Spade and Trina Turk. Special accessory and footwear designs through exclusive partnerships with Alexis Bittar and Stuart Weitzman will also be offered.~SQ
ML Monique Lhuillier ‘Nordstrom Exclusive’ Bridesmaid Gown
Love these Stuart Weitzman “I do Swoon” lace pumps
Judith Jack Earrings
Photos from shop.nordstrom.com
