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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc
By Andrea Petrou on August 20th, 2009
Winter weddings are becoming more and more popular with brides turning their special day into winter wonderlands.
However, with the winter comes the cold and if you’re unlucky or lucky enough, depending on how much you want to push the theme, ice and snow.
Unless you’re an ice queen who doesn’t feel the cold then you will probably need something to keep you warm during the ceremony and for the pictures and we love the Wonderful Wraps range, which includes a fur hand muff and velvet wrap.
However, what really gives us chills of excitement is the stunning velvet full length cloak, which has a faux fur trim, hood and made- to-measure train, making you a winter wonderland wonder woman.
Prices range from £29 to £599.
Tags: capes, fur, shawls, Winter Wonderland company
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc, Shoes
By Andrea Petrou on August 19th, 2009
You may have found your perfect match groom wise but if you’ve been looking for wedding shoes and a bag in exactly the same shade then we understand your pain.
Who would have thought there would be so many different shades of ivory, white, reds and pinks?
Thankfully the Rainbow club has come to the rescue. Its Colour Studio offers a hand colouring service guaranteed to match day or evening light.
The stress saving service is available on three of the Rainbow collections, designed by shoe genius Diane Hassall.
These include Else, which offers fun and flirty shoes, the Rainbow Club, featuring fashionable shoes and bags for special occasions, and Rainbow Couture, for the bride who craves catwalk style.
Tags: bags, colour matching, Shoes, wedding stress
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc, Cash-strapped Wedding, Gallery
By Andrea Petrou on August 19th, 2009
We know many brides are split on whether they should buy a hand bag for their big day. There’s the question of what you do with it during the ceremony and whether it’s worth shelling out money on a bag that will most probably remain under the table for the duration of the day.
While these are valid concerns, it’s also important to think about what you will need for the big day. Unless you are blessed with a celebrity style makeup artist that will be at your beck and call for touch ups, you may need to take some with you.
Some brides also like to have their phones with them on the big day (on silent we hope.) Therefore it might be worth considering a reasonably priced bag, which can be handed to your Maid of Honour for the duration of the ceremony (we’re sure she’ll oblige) and could also make a nice prop in pictures.
We look at the top ones under £50.
Click on the link to begin
Tags: Bridal bag bargains, bridesmaids, weddings
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc, Bridesmaids & Attendants
By Andrea Petrou on August 19th, 2009
We all like to thank our bridesmaids for being such a help on our wedding day and if they like to follow the stars then these pendants are perfect.
Designed by PepperPink, these star sign necklaces are handcrafted with a diamond highlight. They come with a choice of either 9ct white or yellow gold.
However, make sure you give them to your trusted aides after the ceremony. Yes they are nice but we’re not sure how well they would go with a bridesmaids dress. Prices start from £90.
Tags: Bridesmaid gifts, pendants, star signs
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc, Gallery
By Andrea Petrou on August 18th, 2009
Now we touched on shoes for the taller bride yesterday and promised that we would get together a gallery of flat, yet elegant bridal shoes. So here it is.
These will not only make sure the taller ladies amongst us don’t tower their groom and guests but are also a perfect alternative to brides that don’t want to be dancing in high heels all night.
I have seen many brides have to take off their shoes towards the end of the night due to painful feet, so in fact flats may turn out to be a cheaper and better option in the long run. At least they’ll stay on.
Tags: ballet shoes, comfortable wedding shoes, Flat bridal shoes, wedding day
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc
By Andrea Petrou on August 17th, 2009
Taller than average brides that don’t want to tower over their grooms on the big day, think Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman style, will love Rachel Simpson’s new wedding shoe design.
The footwear designer has added a ballet style shoe to her collection, especially for the taller ladies amongst us (keep reading Bridalwave this week for our top ten flat wedding shoes).
Unlike a standard flat, these shoes are gorgeous, covered in ivory satin and scattered with crystals. However, we’d be more than happy to wear these for our day, it would save having to take off the heels after too much dancing and champagne.
The shoes cost £85.
Tags: ballet pumps, flat shoes, Mia, Rachel Simpson, wedding shoes
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc
By AbiSilvester on July 8th, 2009
I’m no tiara fan (you’re still not a Princess, get over it, etc) but I was interested to see that this rather ornate Alexandra crystal headpiece was being sold on Net-a-Porter as a fashion accessory, suggesting that this very weddingy item might soon be creeping into more general eveningwear. Wear it to give a “luminous lift to a simple LBD”, the blurb recommends!
This would certainly fit with the current trend for celebs like Peaches Geldof et al to rock up at events in wedding gear, and perhaps suggests that mere mortals will be claiming their status as regal fashion icons too!
The tiara, if you like it either as a bridal accessory or for dressing up will set you back £210
Related: Yay or Nay: bridal tiaras | Wild orchid pearl tiara for beach brides
Tags: bridalwave, louis mariette, Net-A-Porter, shiny media, tiara
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc
By AbiSilvester on July 2nd, 2009
Whether you marry in the sort of scorching weather we’re experiencing at the moment and are likely to burn, or you’re waiting till winter and need an extra layer, finding a pretty wrap to complement your dress can be a challenge. But with the current megatrend for strapless gowns it’s one that many brides-to-be need to take as seriously as choosing the dress itself.
I spotted this lovely gold wrap shirt at Coast which I think would look great with the majority of strapless dresses I’ve seen recetly. Like it? It’s not a bad price at all, for £80.
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc
By AbiSilvester on June 30th, 2009
If you’re looking for a special piece of jewellery that you’d never find on the highstreet, then you’ll already know that Etsy is your best friend. I’m currently loving new store Sianyland where you’ll find delightfully quirky pieces, all of which are hand-made.
There are cocktail rings, bracelets and other eye-popping accessories here, and quite a few of the current items are very wedding friendly, particularly this fabulously long pearl and gold charm necklace. It would be a nice touch for a bride going in for the vintage look and is availble here (delivered from the UK) at $66 [Via Bridal Express]
Related: Handmade necklace for your bride from This Charming Girl | Modern wedding invitations by Evapaul on Etsy
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc
By AbiSilvester on June 24th, 2009
This lovely creation from Sian over at Domestic Sluttery is an example of what you can put together at the ‘Festive Fascinators’ course at The Make Lounge in London. I’d been aware of this course for a while, but now a couple of friends have been and told me what a great time they had sewing and styling their own miniature cocktail hats, I’m itching to get stuck in myself.
The Lounge itself is a stylish haven of craft and creativity and is a great spot for hen parties, so why not organise an event to make accessories you’ll all wear on the day? More information is available on the site on how to book an event.
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc
By AbiSilvester on June 24th, 2009
I’ve just discovered this site and am now finding myself popping back for a look every time I’m after a new accessory or headwear pick. Glamour Junkie is well-named, because you will find yourself hooked once you’ve gone in for a look, and from this small selection of images, you’ll soon see why.
The beautifully hand-crafted accessories are made using a technique I’ve certainly never heard of before called ‘nuno felting’, which results in an ultra-light yet strong finish. But the icing on the cake is that the company has been accepted by Green Union as an ethical and eco friendly wedding supplier, so it’s ideal for brides who want to ensure their big day is a happy event for everyone involved. [Via Zoe Lingard]
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc, budget bride
By AbiSilvester on June 2nd, 2009
I’ve always thought summer was the perfect time for a wedding. Sunshine, birds singing…all that romantic stuff. For another thing, flowers are in full bloom, which is the key ingredient of this bridal headdress.
Made by Brookelynn Morris at Craftzine this classically beautiful forget-me-not and pearl headband would be the perfect accessory to set off a brides’ wedding dress. The flowers keep that traditional tone, while the strand of pearls brings it up to date.
Make it for your own wedding if you have the time, or it would make great wedding present for a friend who’s getting married. Plus as something blue and new, it would probably bring tonnes of luck! If you want to try making it, a full and very detailed tutorial can be found here. [By Steph Powell]
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Accessories - Bags, Tiaras, etc
By AbiSilvester on May 28th, 2009
Emma Embery is a new name to the bridalwear industry, and is one you should definitely check out if you want your look to have a handmade touch. She’s particularly brilliant at veils and hairpieces (which knock spots off the mass-produced ones we’re all getting so tired of seeing) but she does a line in dresses too.
Pictured above is her chiffon ‘Grace’ slip, which would be ideal for a summer or beach wedding: romantic vintage vhite lace is set off by embroidery on the front panel, and a splash of French lace on the neckline. There’s loads more on the site that would be ideal for guests and bridesmaids, too.
Related: Fairytale eco chic at Amour sans Anguish
Tags: bridalwave, emma embery, shiny media
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Winter weddings are becoming more and more popular with brides turning their special day into winter wonderlands.
From:Madeline Isaac-James launches two new collections