Summer Wedding Outfits 2022

Have a wedding planned for the summer of 2022?

Spring 2019 Bridal Collection by Julie Vino

Israeli bridal designer Julie Vino presented her Spring 2019 collection at New York Bridal Fashion Week in New York City on Saturday, October 6th. The runway show, which took place at Metropolitan West (639 W 46th St), was styled by Gili Algabi and featured accessories by bridal jewelry designer Ravit Avital.

Meghan Markle Wedding Dress Blog Post

Time to learn all about the gown.  Here comes the bride...

Are you kidding?  Do you really want to read another Meghan Markle wedding dress blog post?  To be honest, you can never have too many news articles about a royal wedding dress.  Fortunately, this is the best blog post about the dress.  After you read this one, you can officially be all done.

Two Stunning Brides

Vera Wang Fall 2018 Bridal Gowns

Perfect bridal gowns for two women getting married to one another or two brides on the same day ready to marry a groom.  Either way, these two bridal gowns are exquisitely designed by Vera Wang.

2016 Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest Winners

Yes, these bridal dresses are made out of toilet paper.

The Official Twelfth Annual Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest Winners

First  Place - Van Tran of Brooklyn NY

Second Place - Judith Henry of Woodland Hills, Utah

Third Place - Donna Vincler of Brentwood, TN. 

Fan Favorite - Ronaldo Cruz of Chesapeake, VA

The creators are remarkable – men and women designers with extraordinary skills -- their dresses are absolutely gorgeous... Simply amazing.

Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com announced the winners of the Twelfth Annual Toilet Paper Wedding Dress contest Presented by Cheap Chic Weddings and Charmin on June 16, 2016. Celebrity judge Mikie Russo, event planner to the stars and member of OK! TV entertaining team, helped with the final judging which took place on Haven Rooftop at The Sanctuary Hotel in Manhattan. VIP judge Vicky Schooler, of Charmin, Edward Meyer of Ripley’s Believe it or Not, and The Sanctuary’s Hank Freid were also on hand as a VIP Judge.

This year, for the first time in contest history, the contest was live streamed via the Internet.

Grand Prize Winner – Van Tran of Brooklyn, NY - $10,000 

Van Tran is 25. She is a part time designer who works at a restaurant as a hostess, operates an online store and teaches sewing classes. She was born in Viet Nam and went to college in San Francisco. She has been Brooklyn for two years. 

Second Place Winner, Judith Henry of Woodland Hills, Utah - $5,000 

Third Place Winner,  Donna Vincler of Brentwood, TN - $2500

Laura Gawne and partner Susan Bain who operate the website on saving money on weddings, base the contest on the popular bridal shower game. Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com asked their readers to create wedding gowns using toilet paper, tape and/or glue. Entrants were allowed to sew as well.

“Even after 12 years, our contestants still manage to challenge our expectations,” Said Laura Gawne. Susan Bain added, “They genuinely surprise us and make choosing winners harder every year!”

The Twelfth Annual Cheap Chic Weddings “Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest” was presented by both Cheap Chic Weddings and Charmin. This year marks the sixth time Charmin has partnered in the contest. 

The winners were announced at an event hosted by the Sanctuary Hotel on Haven Rooftop in New York City. Dresses were judged on Creativity, Originality, Beauty, Workmanship and the use of Toilet Paper.

Learn more about wedding dresses in general (not just beautiful toilet paper wedding dresses).

If you are interested you can take a look back at previous contest winners.

Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest Winners 2015

Isabelle Armstrong Bridal Collection 2016

Luxury bridal design house Isabelle Armstrong and their 2016 collection. Classically elegant and naturally beautiful, Isabelle Armstrong kept timeless design in mind while using beautifully draped silks, hand beaded fabrics, delicate laces and textured fabrics this season. Looking for WOW? Check out their gorgeous red showstopper perfect for Valentine ’s Day and every day in between! 

Trends from left to right:

Pantone Colors: From pale pinks to beautiful blues, Isabelle Armstrong delivers the most important colors of the season

Bye Bye Blush: It is all about new colors, Blush is old news, but Icy Blue and Peach are reigning supreme.

The Cold Shoulder: This spring’s most important body part is the shoulder, and they are being dressed to the nines this season.

All in the Details: Brides are going gaga over special details, beading, sequins, laser cut leather and embellishments.

Are you ready for Valentines Day?

If you’re getting married over Valentine’s Day you’re not afraid of the bold romantic statement. Not for the wallflower, there’s no better way to make an entrance on your big day than in the color of love.  Isabelle Armstrong’s dramatic ruby ball gown is perfect for any Valentine’s Day adventure.

Isabelle Armstrong is a luxury bridal collection headquartered in New York City, creating beautifully crafted gowns that epitomize elegance, glamour, and allure. The exclusive design house is comprised of a select team, which combine their talent and experience to create beautiful, sophisticated pieces. Each gown is made with a precise attention to detail—from perfect pleats, delicate drapery, to the highest quality of fabrics and materials—which place the Isabelle Armstrong Collection on the highest tier of wedding gown designers. Less than 2 years old, Isabelle Armstrong is making waves on the bridal scene with features in Martha Stewart Weddings, Destination Wedding, LA Times, ClassicBride, Sophisticated Living Weddings, AOL style and Brides. For more information please visit www.isabellearmstrongny.com 

Vera Wang November 2015 Bridal Collection Trunk Shows

Vera Wang's Fall 2016 Bridal Collection will be at Vera Wang flagship salons throughout November for special trunk show events.  The gowns will be in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, and Hong Kong.

View the schedule: Vera Wang Fall 2016 Bridal Collection Trunk Shows

Don't forget to contact the boutique to schedule an appointment if you plan on attending one of the events.

Carolina Herrera Bridal Dress with Sequin

Hilary Rhoda's Carolina Herrera wedding dress was designed in collaboration with Sequin for their Spring/Summer 2014 runway collection. Sequin, a NYC-based design studio, developed the collar detail made from resin and brass to complement the beautiful designs of Carolina Herrera's gown. Sequin jewelry mixes contemporary chic with a romantic edge and are known for distinctive, statement jewelry. 

The collaboration between Sequin and Carolina Herrera led to a beautiful assortment of necklaces, pins and gown embellishments.

Learn more about Carolina Herrera here on Apparel Search.

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Badgley Mischka Bridal Gowns Fall 2016

Get an up-close look at the newest bridal gowns! 

Mark Badgley and James Mischka invite you to view their Fall 2016 bridal collection: 

Friday, October 9th, 2015
11AM - 12PM

THE SKYLARK 
530 7th Avenue
30th Floor, NYC 

RSVP Required
Erica Feuer: efeuer@badgleymischka.com

Enzoani Runway Collection 2016

Presenting the 2016 Enzoani, Blue, and Beautiful Collections in A Spectacular Show Inspired by A Midsummer Night's Dream.  July 9, 2015.

The Enzoani bridal brand emerged in 2006, and quickly rose to compete with the top in the industry by merging traditional and modern European styles into exquisitely hand crafted gowns. From its initial launch, the Enzoani bridal collection has become one of the most renowned brands across multiple countries due to its focus on innovative style, exceptional quality and above all a fit and finish like no other. Including Blue by Enzoani, Love by Enzoani, budget conscious Beautiful & finally the exclusive Black Label. Enzoani is a young, vibrant company that focuses on cutting edge design and has proven very quickly to have a full understanding of high fashion with rich detail. 

Take a look back at the Enzoani 2015 Bridal Collection here on the Fashion Blog.

Solo Merav

Solo Merav has over 20 years of experience in the wedding and evening dress industry, creating the most sophisticated and elegant styles, while maintaining the highest quality materials, meticulous stitching and attention to details.  

Please visit www.solomerav.com for more information. 

Isabelle Armstrong Bridal Fashion Winter 2015 & Spring 2016

Beautiful bridal gown options for Fall and Winter 2015 and Spring 2016, from Isabelle Armstrong.

 Isabelle Armstrong Bridal Fashion Fall/Winter 2015 

Spring 2016 

Isabelle Armstrong is a luxury bridal collection headquartered in New York City, creating beautifully crafted gowns that epitomize elegance, glamour, and allure. The exclusive design house is comprised of a select team, which combine their talent and experience to create beautiful, sophisticated pieces. Each gown is made with a precise attention to detail—from perfect pleats, delicate drapery, to the highest quality of fabrics and materials—which place the Isabelle Armstrong Collection on the highest tier of wedding gown designers. Less than 2 years old, Isabelle Armstrong is making waves on the bridal scene with features in Martha Stewart Weddings, Destination Wedding, LA Times, Classic Bride, Sophisticated Living Weddings, AOL style and Brides. For more information please visit www.isabellearmstrongny.com

Take a look back at the Isabella Armstrong Spring 2015 collection.

Alhambra Ballroom Proclaims Bridal Royalty

 Each year, Harlem's historic Alhambra Ballroom celebrates the start of the wedding season with a showcase of culinary delights in the opulence of their Grand Ballroom. Beneath the draped chandeliers, local wedding vendors joined in to display their specialties in bridal services for budding couples. For this years event the Alhambra welcomed a refreshing, new approach to their presentation lineup by showcasing ethnic bridal gowns created by TeKay Designs "Queen of the Brides" gown collection. The Queen of the Brides is a prestigious and award winning luxury brand with design and production in Houston Texas and Ghana, Africa. The Fashion Designer, Ms. Kimma Wreh is internationally recognized for her ethnic inspired, and Afrique-Chic fashion creations.

" Queen of the Brides introduces a re-imagination of the conventional wedding. When we saw photos of these dresses on the Internet we knew the Queen of the Brides gowns would be a great fit for our bridal showcase." explains Alhambra's CEO Tracey Dechabert. Harlem is a place of history, ethnic diversity and there exist a cultural pride about African aesthetic. Harlem's brides need to see that there is a cultural alternative to contemporary bridal fashions. The gown, just like cuisine can set a tone to your wedding day that intuitively shares your families heritage. The fusion between cultural fashions and cultural foods can be an experience that resonates throughout generations. " Says Dechabert. 
 
Queen of the Brides offers formal gown creations that includes quality pieces of jewelry that reference a historical time period. The collection exemplifies diverse cultures, as each gown represents a woman of royalty who has left an indelible mark on humanity. The collection includes gowns named after Queen Nefertiti, Queen Cleopatra VII of Egypt, Queen Cleopatra Selene II, Queen Ankhesenamun of Egypt, Mumtaz Mahal - Mughal Queen of India, Queen Manta Tisi of South Africa, Queen Padmini of India, Queen Amina of Zaria Nigeria, Queen Nzingha Amazon of Matamba West Africa, Empress Candace of Ethiopia, Queen Consort Margherita of Italy, etc. The menswear line is culturally inspired  with aesthetic themes that ranges from historic to contemporary design.
 
"We are really honored to have been asked to present Queen of the Brides to the Harlem community. New York is a melting pot of ethnic cultures and that's what makes this city an ideal place to present gowns that represent queens from varied cultures. Now, anyone can express their heritage and be a royal bride." Explains Fashion Designer, Kimma Wreh.  

The bridal showcase was interactive, entertaining and offered a variety of food dishes for sampling. The fusion between fashion, food and music stimulated every sense to create an experience that offers couples unique cultural ideas for creating their special wedding day. Dechabert states, "Harlem is also growing more culturally diverse and we wish for this bridal showcase to be all-inclusive with vibrant cultures.  At the Alhambra, we take pride in delivering on request for many types of international cuisine from our ethnically diverse clients."

Visit the TeKay Designs website to view more.

QUEEN OF THE BRIDES

Launched in 2012, Queen of the Brides is a wholly owned subsidiary of TeKay Designs Inc. The Queen Of The Brides collection includes couture bridal and formal gowns accessorized with quality pieces of jewelry. The gowns and dresses we offer represent queens from various countries around the world where people held their royalty in high regard. We custom make accessories, statement necklaces and bracelets for themed weddings or occasions. Queen Of The Brides provides upscale designs for weddings, prom, pageant, evening, red carpet, galas and special occasions.

ABOUT ALHAMBRA BALLROOM

Willie Mae Scott-Daney is the current CEO of the Alhambra Ballroom, Inc. located in the Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan, NY. The Alhambra originally opened in 1926 and played host to legendary performers such as Bessie Smith, Jelly Roll Morton, Frank Manning and singing waitress, Billie Holiday. But with all good things, it came to an end. But now it's back! The ballroom fell into disrepair in the 1960s, but, was reopened in 2003 as the "Alhambra Ballroom, Inc." which hosts weddings, parties and other social events. The Alhambra Ballroom is proud to present its two extravagant ballrooms. The Alhambra Grand Ballroom" can accommodate up to 400 guests and "The Alhambra Crystal Ballroom" can accommodate up to 125 guests. No expense has been spared in the grand reconstruction of the Alhambra. For many years, the Alhambra Ballroom has provided quality service for all types of private events and weddings.

Thank you for taking the time to read this bridal fashion blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. 

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Vera Wang Bridal Collection Spring 2016

Spring 2016 Bridal Fashion

You can see the Vera Wang bridal collection for Spring 2016 at the following page:
Vera Wang Spring 2016 Bridal

Make sure that you also view the Hotel Madrid video (which is amazing).

View more bridal fashion blog posts here on Apparel Search.  The bridal fashion posts contain information about dresses, accessories, intimates, etc.  If you wish to ready specifically about gowns, you can try the bridal gown blog page.

11th Annual Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest

If you can use toilet paper to make a beautiful wedding dress you just might win $10,000 and have your entry made into a real gown!

Everyone likes to save money here and there. And for some, saving money on weddings is more than a hobby, and a little less than an obsession. Laura Gawne and Susan Bain operate the popular website www.Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com.

The Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest presented by Cheap Chic Weddings and Charmin begins March 12, 2015 for the eleventh year in a row.

For the first time ever, Kleinfeld Bridal will create a wearable gown inspired by the Grand Prize Winner’s Entry! Contestants have until May 12, 2015 to submit their paper masterpieces. Top ten entries will be chosen then online voting will be open to the public.

The top ten dresses and their designers will be flown to New York City to participate in a live fashion show finale event at Kleinfeld Bridal in New York City on June 17, 2015 where the top three winners will be chosen.

At the Finale Event, the dress entries will be judged by members of Cheap Chic Weddings, Charmin, Co-Owner of Kleinfeld, Mara Urshel and Celebrity Judge Mikie Russo, event planner and host of “Mikie Saves the Date” on FYI Network.

“The contest has grown immensely over the last ten years and we are always in awe of the beautiful gowns created by the contestants.” says Susan Bain, Co-Founder of Cheap Chic Weddings. “We specialize in making weddings chic on a budget but these designs often surpass even our imaginations.” added Laura Gawne, Co-Founder of Cheap Chic Weddings.

The Grand Prize winner will see their design created into a beautiful gown and receive $10,000, the second place winner will receive $5000 and the third place winner will receive $2500.

Here’s How to Enter:

First: Plan your design.

Second: Grab some Charmin Toilet Paper (Ultra Strong, Ultra Soft or Basic), tape and/or glue and/or needle and thread (that’s all you can use)! To help offset the cost of designing these memorable creations; Charmin is providing coupons by request at TPDresscontest@gmail.com

Third: Make the dress and headpiece on your model or mannequin and take some clear, unaltered digital photos (front, back and side). The dress must be able to be worn by a human!

All photos and an Official Entry form are to be submitted to Cheap Chic Weddings at TPDresscontest@gmail.com by May 12, 2015 at 11:00 PM EST. There is no entry fee. The Judging Panel at Cheap Chic Weddings will judge the digital photo entries.

View top and winning entries: http://www.cheap-chic-weddings.com/wedding-contest-2015.html 

2014 Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest Winner Susan Brennan’s Entry she calls Romance on a Roll

Official contest rules along with lots of other wedding cost saving tips and information can be found at www.Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com.

Apparel Search reported on this wedding dress contest in 2013 & 2013.  We are very glad to have the opportunity to share the news with you again this year.

Toilet Paper Wedding Dress 2013

Toilet Paper Wedding Dress 2012

Thank you for taking the time to read our unique dress blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. 

If you would like to read more news about bridal fashion you can visit the bridal gown blog section here on Apparel Search.

Trunk Show for Vera Wang’s Fall 2015 Bridal

Vera Wang’s Fall 2015 Bridal Collection will be at our flagship salon in Chicago for a special trunk show, Thursday, March 5th through Saturday, March 13, 2015. To make an appointment, call 312.379.5355 or visit their site to learn more.

If you are not sure what a trunk show is, you can read the trunk show fashion term here on Apparel Search.

View more bridal gown blog posts.

Isabelle Armstrong Making Waves on Bridal Scene

Luxury bridal designer Isabelle Armstrong presented the Fall 2015 collection during New York Bridal Week, October 10th 2014.  As a tribute to the eternally fabulous Grace Kelly, this collection showcases an array of timeless designs, beautifully draped silks, delicate laces and textured fabrics. Each design speaks to the splendor, passion and grace that define her enduring and distinguished persona.

This collection came to life during a visit to the majestic Hotel Metropole of Monte Carlo, a place where over casual conversation, one can conceptualize a princess, such as our favorite fashion icon, Grace Kelly, hosting a large gala attended by impeccably dressed men and women. “We envisioned Princess Grace captivating an audience of admiring guests while wearing a spectacular gown of waterfall pleats with whispers of tulle flowing down her back,” says Isabelle Armstrong President, Tara Nattini Fiore. “We are fascinated by the image of what she could have worn while maneuvering a crowd in such a regal setting.” This image became inspiration for the collection - Pleats cascading down the curve of her elegant shape, sheer flowing trains of lace or skirts that blossomed from her waist.

The Fall 2015 collection features thirty-two gown styles in lightweight fabrics including French laces, Spanish creponne, Italian silks, tulle, shantung, and organza. Ball gowns, trumpet, simple sheaths, modified A-lines and fit and flare silhouettes will all be represented in this new gorgeous collection. Intricate details such as layered embroideries and hidden laces blend together, creating seamless texture and beauty within each of the gowns.

Just over a year old, Isabelle Armstrong is making waves on the bridal scene with plans to soon launch an eveningwear collection. The bridal collection, retailing for $4,000- 12,000, is sold at Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue. 

Read more about Isabella Armstrong bridal fashion by viewing our Isabelle Armstrong Bridal Fashion Spring 2015 blog post.

If you have some spare time, you may want to read more bridal fashion blog posts here on Apparel Search.  If you are specifically looking for gowns, you can check the bridal gown blog section.

Thoughts from Vera October 2014

The wedding dress often symbolizes the crossroads of fantasy and reality, inspiring some brides to transfer their deepest emotions into the choice of wedding dress. These brides – romanticists – are ruled by passion and want to be transported by the dress into a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

For romanticists, I recommend ultra-feminine details such as delicate ruffles, billowing sleeves, or a lavish train. Embracing femininity and flirtation does not mean you are sacrificing style, as long as your choice reflects you. -- XO, Vera

Learn more about Vera Wang.

By the way, Vera describes her Fall 2015 Bridal Collection as: Sexy, Sensuous, Skin: The seduction of cleavage, bare arms and legs… Young, cool and beaded. The collection is comprised of voluminous lace ball gowns, figure-flattering A-lines, and body-skimming sheaths -- you can see the look book photos at Vera Unveiled. And visit verawang.com for the Fall 2015 Bridal Collection trunk show schedule.

2015 Enzoani Bridal Collections

The 2015 Enzoani collections were showcased at the 8th annual Enzoani Fashion Event on Friday, June 27th at the Ray Dolby Theater in Hollywood, CA. Over 400 guests from all over the world gathered to watch the debut of the new Enzoani, Blue by Enzoani, Love, and Beautiful collections!

Fashion stylist Sam Saboura from TLC's, Something Borrowed, Something New, and designers Mark Badgley and James Mischka from Badgley Mischka were just a few of the celebrity sightings at the event.

This year's collections amped up the styling with sultry low backs, pewter embroidery, slinky silhouettes and glitz and glam like never before! 

Have a first look at the new collections:

Review more of the 2015 Enzoani fashion collection at their website.

Thank you for taking the time to read our bridal fashion blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. 

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Isabelle Armstrong Bridal Spring 2015

On Friday, April 11th, 2014  Isabelle Armstrong Bridal revealed their newest collection of bridal couture during New York Bridal Fashion Week.  Isabelle Armstrong is a luxury bridal collection headquartered in New York City, creating beautifully crafted gowns that epitomize elegance, glamour, and allure. From hand beaded gowns, to lace fit and flares to fun “shorties” and kids gowns, Isabelle Armstrong’s newest couture collection embodies the perfect mix of modern and classic styles. The Spring 2015 collection is comprised of fabulous fit and flares, French lace trumpet dresses, ruched organza and lace mermaid dresses, and gorgeous ombre gowns.

Above is only a small sampling of the bridal collection.  View the Isabelle Armstrong Bridal fashion website for more information and to view more of the Spring 2015 gown collection.

If you are interested, you can read more blog posts about bridal fashion here on Apparel Search.