Destination Dress

Think Like An Artist

I read an article in a destination wedding magazine and the author of the article wrote "when you're picking your bridesmaids dresses, think like an artist. Your bridal party will be part of the canvas that is your beach wedding."
I love that thought.  Years ago your bridal party all wore the same dress in the same color with the same accessories and the same shoes.  Today brides have much more freedom and they really do get to think like an artist.  Brides can have their ladies in the same dress but different hues, or different dresses different hues or different dresses same hue...the options really are endless.  I really love the current trend of picking a designer and a fabric (be kind, if you're getting married on a beach don't make your bridesmaids sweat in satin) and letting your bridesmaids choose the style and color that fits them best (within bridezilla's guidelines of course :) )

LulaKate: Dresses in Amethyst, Petunia & Passion Dupioni
Prices upon request

And I love these colors together as well.  The bridesmaids are wearing the same dress in different shades and the orange flowers really pop against the pale hues.  Very tropical!

Photo Credit: JenOSullivan

I have a mild obsession with JCrew...no I really do...I love everything about them but I REALLY love that they offer brides and bridesmaids the ability to mix and match and get creative...I just browsed the site and came up with this little combo:


JCrew: Dresses are all Silk Taffeta in Spiced Wine, Bright Dahlia and Violet Dust
Prices are all $225

Here's another sample of JCrew dresses in many styles and a fabulous color scheme (ps you know I love those necklaces!)

Photo Credit: Elizabeth Medina

Remember, your bridesmaids are part of the canvas...Don't feel like you have to be too matchy matchy and always remember that your bridesmaids are your best friends...make sure they're happy and comfortable! 

Destination Dress

The Blushing Destination Bride


In honor of Valentine's day...all things pink!!  There's a trend that hit the runways in 2010...the blush pink wedding gown.  I love it, and I think if you have the right skin tone for a romantic pale pink...you should totally rock it and not worry about tradition.  Destination weddings are a great way to utilize a blush colored gown, they accentuate the element of fun and would look great up against a tropical sunset. Venturing outside the world of white isn’t for many brides but a fashion forward and fun option for those who live outside the box.

I love these two barely there pink with romantic white lace:

Alvena Valenta AV 9914

Rum pink silk duchess satin A-line ball bridal gown with full double box pleated skirt. Winter white alencon lace adorns scalloped sweetheart torso and creates illusion of a dropped waist. A deep border of winter white alencon lace surrounds hem. Covered buttons and loops over zipper down center back, chapel train.

Jim Hjelm Style: JH 8863

Blush Silk Satin trumpet bridal gown, V-neckline with soft drape front and back, sleeveless bodice with Ivory Alençon lace midriff, Ivory satin ribbon, godets at back, chapel train

This one is bold and fun and festive!

Edgar Bonilla – Leah Style 6352

No post about wedding dresses would be complete without Vera Wang.  Iconic. Beautiful. Amazing.

Supersize it with a bold bow that brings a fashion-forward feel to a blush duchess-satin mermaid gown. 

Photo Credit Brides.com

Or go ethereal and romantic with this peachy blush color from Vera as well

Another of my favorite designers, bold and texture comes to mind when I hear Ines Di Santo

CHERISE - Rose petal pink gown with rouched bodice, dropped waist and strapless sweetheart neckline. Neckline and left hip feature Baroque beading and delicate Organza petal detail. Made in 

unique Italian Silk Shantung. Also available in off white.

And for the finale, the always classic, always beautiful...Amsale.

Pale pink softens the asymmetrical tailoring and structure of a minimalist marvel. The slim, silk-faced satin ball gown’s side buttons and shoulder bow provide an elegant finish. 

So you've decided to wear pink down the aisle...what about having your bridesmaid wear ivory??

Happy Valentines day!