Floral Fiesta

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Sasha

With spring and summer approaching, the use of floral and flower decoration to the bridal gown seems to be the number one trend for 2012. But how do you make it work for you and the type of wedding your having?

The floral aesthetic can be incorporated into your gown in a number of ways. Hand made flowers can be appliqued to the gown, or be made into a feature piece like a one shoulder strap, giving your gown a uniqueness and modern feel. Tie the floral into the design of the gown, by incorporating some shape to the body by way of a corset top, it gives emphasis to a slender figure while not being overwhelmed by such details as hand made flowers.

If hand made flowers are too busy for your personality it can be incorporated into a lace detail. Chantilly laces, have a number of patterns and scallops and a simple floral design in the lace can give your gown the freshness desired in spring and summer, while keeping to a classic and romantic style of wedding.

For those girls getting married on a beach or destination wedding, hand made flowers or fresh flowers for the hair are a must. They make a statement while keeping the ‘look’ soft and not over worked.

Whatever the style of wedding or the personality of the bride, the floral trend of spring and summer can work for you and is a real must!

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Style night with Hilde Heim

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Sasha

Last Thursday 25th August we celebrated all things bridal with the highly recognized Australian Bridal designer Hilde Heim. The champagne was poured as the girls browsed through the exquisite gowns looking at all the different styles,  from the sleek silk satin gowns by Jessica Fontaine to the more ornate feminine detailing of Hilde’s personal design aesthetic.

The presentation by Hilde assisting the brides on shape, fabric and detailing to complement the girls figure, was truly insightful and a presentation surely not to be missed!!

Hilde gave us points on things that every bride should take into account…

1. Your personal style- what kind of bride are you? make sure the gown compliments your personal style and personality. Make sure it is “here comes the bride”, NOT “here comes the dress”. Remember you wear the dress, not it wears you

2. Always chose a shape that is most flattering to your body type. Whether you are an “x” or “y” shape, there is always a gown for you, but work with your body by accentuating your best features. Points to remember

-for the girls with a column shape, detailing such as ruching, pleating or                                      diagonal lines in a gown will help give you more shape.

- Girls with a ‘pear’ shape, try to keep the detailing up high on your                                             gown and a wider skirt at the bottom to give balance to your shape.

- While a girls with a bigger bust and “top heavy”, keep the lines                                                 simple at your bust with slight shaping, eg. sweet heart neckline. Do                                    not choose gowns with a high neckline as it will only accentuate the                                           bust further.

It was a night enjoyed by all with personal assistance by Hilde and the team at “The Wedding Boutique” to help girls work out that “special dress” for them.

I will leave you with Hilde’s wise words: “Are you in love?”…

You must love your gown, from the personality and style of it, to the fit and the way it makes you feel. It is the most important dress that you will ever purchase, so you should love it and it should make you feel as special as your man does!

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Talking Fabrics

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Jenni

Late last year we wrote about the Top Ten Bridal Fashion/Style Terms and we hope you enjoyed reading it and learned a thing or two! Now to expand on that, let’s focus especially on fabrics, arm yourself with enough info before you start bridal dress shopping to make an informed choice for your big day.

Fabric VS Weave

Satin is not a fabric..satin does not refer to the fabric material itself, satin is the weave (the shininess of the fabric). So you can take silk thread and make that into satin, or you can take polyester and make it into satin. Ask your bridal stylist what the fabric is; if they say satin, ask, “silk satin?” If it’s “just satin” that’s code for “synthetic fibers that won’t breathe and makes you sweat more than in a sauna”.
Same goes for organza, taffeta, and tulle (more to come on tulle in a second), they can all be made out of silk, or the cheap stuff, so ask about silk.

Bobbinet=tulle

Bobbinet is machine made tulle, and unless it costs $4000 a meter and you can tell it’s hand woven, the tulle/net/whatever on your dress or veil is bobbinet. What does that mean? Well, not much. But if someone is trying to sell you on something tulle vs. bobbinet, they don’t know what they’re talking about. Yes, there are varying levels of delicateness of tulle, but it’s all the same thing.

Not all silks are equal

It’s true, silk is silk, but has it been treated with chemical dyes? Have they been spun paper thin? Too thin to hold its shape or stand up the the structure of the garment? Trust your hand and your eye. If there’s a soft natural glow to the fabric, you’ve got a good quality silk there. Too hard or chintzy a sheen, it’ll look striped in pictures. And fabric should feel good – so if the wedding dress feels good against your skin and moves well as you walk then you’re onto a winner there!

Ivory is Arbitrary

There’s buttery ivory, golden ivory, blush ivory, crisp ivory, strong ivory, pale ivory, deep ivory, light ivory, true ivory, rich ivory, soft ivory…and none of those mean anything either. Especially in bridal fabrics (the same colour from the same manufacturer could even have different colour ivory silk satins depending on the batch!), trust your eye and the colour of the wedding gown in store, does the colour suit your skin tone in store, do you like the way it looks? If so, ignore what the colour of the fabric is called and just ask for a fabric swatch to match your shoes and accessories.

xx

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Adding a Splash of Colour to your Wedding Day!

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Jenni

The other week a beautiful bride-to-be came in for her first fitting and I have to say that even though I loved her dress, I LOVED her shoes! She had a pair of the electric blue Kate Spade heels – what a great way to add some colour to your day and a subtle way to match your bridesmaid too.

If shoe’s aren’t for you but you still want to add a splash of colour, why not wear a statement necklace or a unique headpiece. As these pieces are quite flexible you can easily put-on and take-off as you please. Maybe a classic necklace for the ceremony with a statement necklace for the reception?

We’re loving Kate Spade right now but unfortunately they do not ship direct to Australia…however all is not lost, you can always use a shipping forwarder to have your parcels sent.

Happy accessorising!

xx

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Bridal Style Guide with Hilde Heim

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Jenni
Hilde Heim Bridal Style Guide

Hilde Heim Bridal Style Guide

We are proud to be in partnership with Hilde Heim Designer Bride and Cocktail to bring you the exclusive Bridal Style Guide to help you find your perfect look for your wedding day.

Every bride wants to look a million dollars but many struggle with finding the perfect gown. That’s where Hilde can help! In this free event, Hilde will personally guide you through the different dress styles and colours best suited to your shape and skin tone.

See all the latest trends in bridal looks and explore the dos and don’ts of choosing a wedding dress.

Book your spot now for this exclusive event with Hilde Heim and enjoy your night with some champagne and canapes. PLUS every Hilde Heim gown ordered while Hilde’s in store will receive a 10% discount and a bonus veil!

Where: The Wedding Boutique, First Floor – 445 Oxford St, Paddington 2021
When: Thursday 25 August, 7pm

Contact us now for bookings.

xx

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The Wedding Boutique Gowns Featured in Sydney Bride Magazine

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Jenni

Pick up this month’s issue of Sydney Bride magazine (Winter 2011) for some fantastic wedding ideas and check out out two gowns featured!

Couture by Francesca’s one shoulder ‘Lilly’ gown in a luxurious silk georgette with a cascade of handmade silk flowers over one shoulder.

Jessica Fontaine’s ‘Chania’ gown from her stunning 2011/12 collection, in a gorgeous liquid silk satin.

Try them on in store and be on your way to finding your dream wedding dress!

xx

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Real Bride Shelley in Navina Gown

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Jenni

One of our gorgeous brides Shelley, tied the knot on a glorious summer day earlier this year. She looked stunning in her French Alencon lace Navina gown by Jessica Fontaine. It suited her romantic farm style wedding to a tee!

If you would like to try on this classic French lace gown, contact us here at The Wedding Boutique.

xx

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Sydney’s Only Style Room Featured in Shop Til You Drop Magazine

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Jenni

Did you manage to pick up the June issue of Shop Til You Drop magazine? They had a fabulous mini wedding mag inside filled with great ideas and fabulous tips and not to mention the fashion!

If you turn to page 175 you will find The Wedding Boutique’s very own Style Room featured. Why not pop in and see for yourself what all the fuss is about.

Til next time, xx

The Style Room in Shop Til You Drop

The Style Room in Shop Til You Drop

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Winter Wedding Warmers

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Jenni

Having your wedding in winter can be glorious, the air is crisp and fresh, creating a great opportunity for unique atmospheric photos….but there is a downside…

How do you keep warm but still look chic? The answer could be as simple as a faux fur wrap, with so many different styles and colours to choose from you can easily find something to suit your wedding look. And to make sure your faux fur wrap is a perfect match to your wedding dress, why not bring your dress in store when you try on your wrap – make an appointment today?

Here at The Wedding Boutique we have some brand new faux fur wraps in store, with something for everyone. From smaller petite styles to a full wrap to keep you warm and cosy.

Which is your favourite?

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Real Bride Gemma in Lola Wedding Dress

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Jenni

Our gorgeous bride Gemma married on a perfect Sydney day with panoramic views across the harbour. She looked radiant in her Jessica Fontaine ‘Lola’ gown made of liquid silk satin with French Chantilly lace cap sleeves.

Why not try on Lola for yourself, contact us here at The Wedding Boutique.

xx

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