The Royal Treatment!

Fashion Fever by Mallory Mayer

It’s Sarah Burton!! The wedding secret of the century has finally been revealed! The Alexander McQueen designer created this one of a kind royal wedding gown for the one and only Princess Catherine.

Kate’s beautiful silhouette was draped in gorgeous white wedding satin, with a modestly plunging neckline and long white lace sleeves. The bride wore a ‘halo’ tiara atop her hair and a sheer white veil covered her face as she waved to the crowd. Her something borrowed: her crown lent to her by the queen. She also had something new: her jewelry. Her diamond drop earrings, inspired by the Middleton family’s new coat of arms, which were a gift from her parents.

And my favorite part of it all…her beautiful face adorned by make-up she did herself!! I have heard grooms admit before that they didn’t recognize their bride as she approached him at the altar, but not this time. William’s bride was there in the way she has always been. Simple. Elegant. Beautiful.

I have mentioned my love of simple elegance and I further hold it true. This beautiful young princess couldn’t have done it any better.

Unveil Yourself!

Fashion Fever By Mallory Mayer

Shopping for wedding accessories can be one of the more fun parts of wedding planning, yet many times, it is over looked. The jewelry, the garter, the shoes, and of course, the veil are all pieces that can reveal your personality. Like a gorgeous bow, your veil completes the package. No other accessory is as dependent on your dress, your body type, and your personality. It’s the ultimate bridal accessory.

No bridal look is complete without hair accessories. Imagine a beautiful bride in her most stunning bridal gown and bridal jewels, but without accessorized hair! Surely, it would not express the perfect beauty of the bride; however, by including some stunning and sparkling hair accessories, whether it is a traditional veil, birdcage or just a little extra bling, a bride’s most attractive look is exposed!

If you’re looking to turn some heads with stylish wedding hair accents, take a look at a few of these lovely accessories that will surely add a little extra charm to your look for the big day!

 

Keep Your Head Up-Headpieces Please!

Fashion Fever by Elysha Beckerman

Shortly after picking the dream dress you have been picturing since you were 5 years old it’s time to choose another important piece of the bridal attire — the headpiece.  The history of headpieces can come a bit shocking, ready for a quick wedding lesson?  Headpieces were mainly used for 2 reasons.  First is to hide the bride from the evil spirits that chased her during the wedding day. Second is for a surprise effect since most marriages were arranged and this would be the first moment the groom would see his wife-to-be.

These days, headpieces are mostly worn because of their aesthetically pleasing characteristics and as an alternative to the traditional veil–and there is nothing wrong with that!  So let’s explore some hot headpiece trends that any bride can catch Fashion Fever from.

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• Great Gatsby Romance–This trend very closely aligns with birdcage veils.  Birdcage veils are a great way to incorporate the traditional veil but also create a modern look with the veil’s accessories and shape.  Birdcage veils can be accented with feathers and flowers to create an even more unique look. For a couture style that emphasizes American classics check out Leah C.

• Bands Galore -The neon colored elastic headbands we once wore as child (and sometimes even still worn for a quick work out) won’t satisfy this year’s fashion fever.  Were thinking more elegance and glamour!  Silk bands in cream, white, or ash accented by classic pearls and frosted crystals are becoming contagious.  So cure your fever by taking a large dose of Jennifer Behr and her variety of bands.

• K.I.S.S–Keep It Simple Sister! If you’re staying away from any type of tradition with veils or your wedding dress doesn’t scream headband then what about silk charmeuse flowers or feathers.  Add either or to your wedding hair for a chic look.  Check out Bride’s Head Revisited for a great selection of flowers and feathers.