Dress, Elizabeth & James; Shoes, Jean-Michel Cazabat; Earrings, Juliet&Company; Ring, House of Harlow 1960.

Gotta show the bridesmaids some celebrity inspiration love. I am obsessed with this Anna Kendrick’s ensemble. I love the low v neckline. I love the teeny-tiny waist. I love the skirt. Basically I think it’s fabulous!!! Side note, I also think she’s fabulous, hands down the most talented Twilight kid... and I love just about all of the Twilight kids. What!? I’m a giant nerd. Nothing you didn’t already know.  I think having your girls in a super sexy/sophisticated style like this with some simple black pumps and fun gold accents will make for genius photos and bridesmaids who actually like what they are wearing.

Lauren

 

   Well, it has to be said that I have always had quite a problem with authority... I don’t really like to be told what to do. I instantly want to do the opposite of what I am told... I’m sure this stems to some repressed elementary school trauma. Nonetheless my apprehension to the rules is, I think, what makes me so good at fashion and decorating... Because the unexpected is exciting and fun!!! Let your bridesmaids be FUN!! I swear, take it from me, mixing bridesmaids gowns comes across confident and sophisticated. Using 3 stores you can get all your girls outfitted with “different, but the same” dresses sure to be the hit of wedding!!! I mean, besides you... *Sidenote. You will always be the most important, that’s a given, so don’t be afraid to do fun and interesting things with your wedding for fear they will overshadow you. NOT POSSIBLE* Okay, moving on... 

Shopbop. Okay. Shopbop is seriously the most wonderfully edited “designer” site. I am obsessed with every designer they sell. Omg. I would love to win a shopping spree... Can anyone make that happen?!!? Let me know ;) With Shopbop I decided to do a more daytime look, this would be great during Spring, but honestly will still work for Winter. Just have your girls rock structured blazers or rad leather jackets with the look for colder weather. OOOOooooooOOOo. So chic. This color palette is one of my favorites! The shades of silvery gray are just stunning and universally flattering and the tawny pink shades are so beautiful and such a girly mix. This look is more about varying fabrics and colors, none of them match perfectly, but they create a genius collection that totally works together. Think about putting your maid and matron of honor in the pink whilst the rest of your ladies do the gray. Obsessed with this.

BHLDN. Favorite store ever. So I decided to do a blue/navy/black theme. I love this for an evening affair. The colors are brilliant and read super chic. I think this combo really works. You can decide if you want it more blue heavy or black heavy, but I like it nice and balanced. The colors do NOT need to match perfectly. Do you hear me!?!? DO NOT need to match. It’s all about getting colors that go. This is what will create the brilliant look of non-matching-matching. Use different textures of fabrics. Mix stripes, solids, ruffles and bows. This look is beyond sophisticated.

JCrew. Who doesn’t love fuschia!? I mean this collection is not for color challenged. This is for the girl that loves vibrant, exciting color and isn’t afraid to have it in her wedding. I love the rose pinks mixed with the more muted purply tones. This collection also heavily relies on varying color and texture. I love the richness of this grouping. The patterned gown should definitely go on your maid of honor for a little something special for her. I think these girls should be carrying a lovely bouquet of white, peach, and pale pink peonies. Are you feeling me!?!? Who’s excited!?!? My Lordy I want to get married again so badly!!!

Okay, so the rules.

*it only needs to “go” no matchy-matchy here.

*look for varying patterns, fabrics, and shades.

• give your maid and matron’s of honor the special dress.
• don’t be afraid of color.
• remember it’s impossible for you not to be the star of the show, so don’t be afraid to take risks with designing your wedding look. You are never going to be overshadowed.

Lauren

Tune in tomorrow for the portraits and reception! Thanks to Alexis Sweet Photography for providing the beautiful images.

So it seems that lace is mucho popular with the wedding crowd, which I suppose shouldn’t be much of a shock. Lace these days doesn’t equal matronly and old fashioned as it used to! It really is a stellar accent on today’s modern gowns. Lace is also not just for the gown. I think lace cover ups and bridesmaids dresses are definitely the way to go. There is a certain elegance that only lace can give. Here are a few of my favorite gowns and whatnot.

Gowns.

Clockwise starting with the top middle photo: Nightcap Clothing, Badgley Mischka Bride, Vera Wang, Lazaro. I love any gown that has a surprising elegance all it’s own... and by adding an unexpected touch of lace or using lace in a different less traditional shape is so exciting!!! The gown doesn’t have to be head-to-toe lace! A gorgeous bodice with a funky silk satin skirt or a sheath style that comes across more bohemian than borderline granny will be just enough.

Coverups.

All of the coverups I’m showing are from BHLDN. As you know, BHLDN is my absolute favorite new wedding site. It’s brought to us by the good people at Anthropologie and it’s just the most ah-mazing place to find anything boho-vintage-chic. All of these coverups are delicate and sophisticated... definitely a piece to be remembered! I see this being a great heirloom. Styles of gowns will come and go, but a brilliant lace jacket will be timeless... and it’s nice because it can be taken off easily... so a bride of any era can get photos with it on. J’ADORE.

What did we learn today?!

*use lace in unexpected dress shapes and styles to keep it modern

*avoid head to toe lace for fear of it looking old school

*lace on your BM is fun and will provide great visual interest in photos.

*a lace jacket/bolero is a wonderful item to pass down to family. so think of it as an investment.

Lauren

 

   I don’t know, maybe I watch too much Las Vegas and The Rachel Zoe Project, but I LOOOOVE Molly Sims. She is like the most down to earth supermodel ever... She is in the same category as Heidi Klum and Rebecca Romijn. She’s hot, she’s friendly, she’s okay with bathroom humor. You can’t NOT love her. Just a few weekends ago this beautiful blonde wed Scott Stuber at a stunning winery in Calistoga, CA. I am beyond obsessed with her entire wedding look and don’t get me started on the wedding party!!! Holy wonderful Batman!! I’m in love.

The Bride. Molly rocked a beautiful Marchesa gown. It is just beyond elegant. The sleeve is so stunning, I adore how it just floats on her body. This is a great sleeve for anyone wanting to hide their upper arms. The all over lace is very bohemian and carefree because of the cut and weight. It’s light and airy. This is the perfect boho princess wedding dress. I also love that her hair and makeup are still very classic, it’s a great look head to toe.

The Maids. O-M-G. Perfection. I am in love. Lalalalove. This is the most spectacular bridal party in the history of bridesmaids. The mixture of beige, taupe, champagne, brown, and black are insane. I mean, it love how some of the gowns are solid, some have a black sash, some are two tone, one has a pattern. It’s bridesmaids bliss. Now don’t be scared, whether you are a fashion virgin or a full blown fashionista this just takes a tiny bit of planning and color matching. This is such a high-impact look that you would never regret!!! It would make for insanely beautiful photos.

Tips from Molly Sims wedding.

*wear lace in modern silhouettes

*rock fluttery lace sleeves to cover arms and add a boho quality

*mix a modern shaped gown and traditional hair & makeup for a complete look

*put your girls in monochromatic colors, mixing patterns and shapes for an elegant bridal party

So remember, you don’t have to be a supermodel to have a beautiful wedding day.

Lauren