November 19, 2009 by Bethany
By Bethany
Wedding stationary is what sets the tone of your wedding. It is the first taste of what your special day and events leading up to the wedding will be like. Not only will they provide necessary information to your guests, but the stationary will give them an idea of what to expect. In turn, the guests will be able to figure out the appropriate attire to wear, the level of formality of the event, and what the bride and groom’s personalities are like… if they do not already know. Having your save the dates, shower invitations, wedding invitations, and thank you cards coordinate is key. The fonts used, colors, and patterns or designs should work together.
Once you have chosen the venues where your different events will be held, then you will be able to start designing your stationary. It should be a reflection of you and your fiancés personalities as well as fitting the type of celebrations you will be having. For an example, my cousin had a winter wedding in upstate New York at a country club. The building was a grand stone building with large fireplaces and elegant walkways lined with enormous trees. The main theme of her stationary was a leafless tree with many branches, which mimicked the trees at her venue. Her invitations were made of wood. The lettering was craved into the wood and they were light weight and beautifully done. She carried this tree theme throughout the wedding all the way to the thank you cards. The special touch that stood out to me was on all of the stationary and other décor that was seen after the ceremony. The trees were no longer bare and had two buds on them to represent them now being a couple. So Cute! There are many ways to create unique and personal wedding stationary. You could use custom printed ribbons for a speacial touch. If you love glamour try spicing up your invites with crystals or little brooches.
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November 19, 2009 by blerona123
Your rehearsal dinner is a fun and relaxing night to spend with your friends and family before your big day. There’s no better opportunity to relax before the demands of the wedding day kick in.
Picking out your outfit should be fun. The first thing to keep in mind when looking for an outfit is what type of rehearsal dinner you will have. Will it be a causal BBQ or an elegant soiree at a country club? If country club cocktail attire, if BBQ go for a causal look maybe a cute short length dress or capri pants and fancy top.
Whatever you choose make sure you have fun!
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November 12, 2009 by Bethany
By Bethany
One of the newest, most interesting bridal accessories to hit the showcases and the runways is ribbon headbands. This type of headband is not only stylish, but comfortable! Ribbon headbands are perfect for the bride who wants something different, but not too over-the-top. This accessory is stunning on brides, but can be worn for everyday as well. Think of Gossip Girl. These pieces can be purchased ready-made or you could create your own. Choose the type of ribbon you want the base to be, then decide on a trim, rosette, brooch, crystals or other material to sew or glue to the top. For an extra special touch, add details to the ends of the ribbon to finish the piece.
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By Blerona
Whenever I think of elegant and detailed wedding gowns, I always think of Oscar De La Renta, Vera Wang, and Elie Saab Couture. But my new favorite designer for bridal gowns has to be Monique Lhuillier. For her Spring 2010 collection, her dresses had such amazing detail, with rhinestones, beaded trim, pearls, and lace. I just wanted to stare at them for hours. Here are some of my favorites.
Monique Lhuillier Spring 2010
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November 11, 2009 by Dara
By Dara
Winter is right around the corner and many brides are still wondering what are some popular wedding colors for the season. Well, the first color is dark blue. Mix it with ivory/cream and you will get the perfect combination of elegance. This color combination goes well with a flowing long bridal gown.
If you are looking for a more fun and edgy color for the winter, then try dark red. You can still add that classic elegant look with ivory pearls while still looking amazingly sexy. For more fun look, this color matches well with a knee-length bridal dress.
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By Blerona
Your bridesmaids, your favorite girls! There to help you enjoy your wonderful day of love, joy…and all the stressful planning in between. The best way to show your appreciation and gratitude to them is by getting the perfect bridesmaid dress. When picking out their dresses, don’t do the cliché look and pick something over the top. You don’t want them regretting there decision of accepting. Of course being the bride you want to be the prettiest person at your wedding. But your bridesmaids also represent the wedding ceremony; the wrong dress can change the theme of your wedding entirely. When picking out the dress keep in mind: clean, classy, and elegant. You want your bridesmaids to look stylish and striking, but still have that innocent look.
Don’ts
When choosing the dresses, try and go for something simple and clean. Don’t go over the top, try not to make them look ridiculous in a very loud dress, nothing with too much beadwork or colors. Look for a deep solid color for a romantic effect. Don’t go for white, ivory, peach, or anything close to white. Also the Silhouette should be A-line, princess or sheath; try not to get anything puffy, no ball gowns.
DIY
Tips: For a dramatic effect try adding some loose Swarovski crystals or a ribbon around the waist or a beaded appliqué on the dress. If you don’t want to play up the dress, your bridesmaids can wear a custom made Swarovski rhinestone, feathered or ribbon headpiece. Each Bridesmaid can make her own unique headpiece and add their personality to the outfit. For Supplies visit M&J Trimming.
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November 3, 2009 by Bethany
By Bethany
The Wedding Salon is an upscale bridal event that showcases the top vendors in the industry. Brides and their guests were able to purchase tickets to have the opportunity to get ideas, learn about resources for their wedding, and to simply enjoy fashion shows and other demonstrations. M&J Trimming provided custom printed ribbons for the wristbands, which can be ordered on our website or by stopping into our showroom. This event was exciting and there was plenty to see! The hallway which led to the various rooms full of beautiful displays, was lined with stunning gowns. The main room was full of elaborate table displays, cake designers, and photographer booths. Another room was designated for bridal beauty. This room was packed full of brides getting their hair and make-up done. They were getting ideas of how they will achieve their wedding day look and who will be providing them with this service. The last room had an ice bar, where they were giving out hypnotic cocktails. Overall, the event was fun and interesting. The only thing I regret is missing the runway show! Maybe I will catch it next year.
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October 30, 2009 by Bethany
By Bethany
Everyone wants to be the most beautiful version of themselves on their wedding day. There are quick and easy solutions to fix your imperfections or just to enhance what you already have. The procedures are semi-permanent and have immediate results.
Eyebrow Extensions
Do you want to look younger instantly? Eyebrow extensions not only fill in sparse areas, but they thicken your brows and are shaped to open up your face. Eyebrows frame the face and can change your entire appearance. The extensions last about two weeks and cost between $180-200.
Teeth Whitening
The enamel of teeth gets stained and this can be fixed easily and quickly. There are many different ways to get a whiter and brighter smile! There are over-the-counter teeth whitening products, which cost between $10-50. These remove surface stains and last a few weeks. Laser teeth whitening is a little more costly, but will last longer. Your dentist should also carry teeth whitening products, which usually are done in a few sessions and can last a very long time.
Eyelash Extensions
Have you always craved longer, thicker eyelashes, but your designer mascara still doesn’t cut it? Eyelash extensions are what you need! This procedure opens up your eyes and makes you look refreshed and vibrant. Your eyes will pop in photos and will last throughout the honeymoon! The extensions are very natural looking and need to be touched up every 2-3 weeks. If they are properly cared for touched up they can last over a year. They cost between $250-600, but less permanent types start around $150.
Spray Tanning/Body Sculpting
Spray tanning will give you a healthy, youthful glow. It does not harm your skin like tanning beds or baking in the sun. Plus, you will not have any weird tan lines in that gorgeous strapless gown your wearing. Body sculpting is when certain areas are sprayed more or less than other areas to achieve the look of a toned and sculpted body. One session of spray tanning it is about $45 and usually lasts a week depending on how much you bath or what skin products you use. A session of body sculpting is about $80 and lasts the same amount of time.
Hair Extensions
Hair extensions are ideal for achieving the perfect wedding day hairstyle. They can simply create volume or completely change your look. You can even go from a short pixie cut to long flowing waves. The cost of hair extensions vary greatly depending on the type of hair used (synthetic vs. real human hair) and the type of extension used. When you add a few pieces for volume, it will cost much less than a full head of long hair. They can last up to 4 months if taken care of properly. Contact your salon for exact prices and options.
Laser Hair Removal
If you have unwanted hair in certain places or if your skin is easily irritated by shaving or waxing, then laser hair removal is the solution. Laser hair removal is a permanent solution to unwanted hair and takes about six sessions to completely kill the hair follicle. This will also take longer than the other quick-fixes mentioned above, but the results last forever. The sessions are once a month, for six months, and then you might need a few touchups to completely eliminate the hair. The average cost per session is $350, but this can vary depending on the area being treated, the physician treating it, and the number of sessions. Most places offer packages where you buy five sessions and receive the sixth free. Touch-ups are about $155 for a 15 minute session.
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By Blerona
The Spring 2010 bridal runways are swarming with new wedding gown trends. A new trend for Spring 2010, are embellished belts. A traditional white dress paired off with a beautiful embellished belt, giving the bride a classic and sophisticated look that will always be in style.
Designer Dresses
Vera Wang
What better way to be chic and unique then to create an embellished belt for your own wedding dress. Best part you’ll save a lot of money and be the only one with it. At M&J Trimming, you can create your own belt using trimmings suchs as : ribbons, rhinestone, rhinestone trim, feathers, lace, pearls, beaded appliques or pendants.
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October 22, 2009 by Bethany
By Bethany
Gilles Montezin
This time of year is exciting for the bridal industry. Designers work vigorously all year long to create beautiful new items to show for their Spring 2010 collections. Retailers work hard to find the perfect pieces to display in their stores, which ultimately will be worn by brides on their special day. Many new and interesting bridal designs were shown at market this year and I wanted to share some of my favorites!
The two gown designers that stood out to me this season were Gilles Montezin and Jorge Manuel. Gilles Montezin designs were shown at a cocktail party in a chic loft in Manhattan. Stunning models strolled around in the beautifully constructed gowns that had unexpected unique details that flatter a women’s body. The collection consisted of form fitting gowns with interesting bustles, ball gowns made with layers upon layers of beautifully textured fabrics, and soft romantic styles. Each gown has an optional Le Cinch; body shaper, which takes inches of a bride’s waist. The designers’ background is in creating gowns for the Paris opera.
Gilles Montezin
Jorge Manuel is a Miami based designer who understands what a bride wants. His gowns have interesting details, such as trains that curve off to one side. The innovative train design ensures that you will get amazing photos of you entire gown throughout your wedding day. The Spring 2010 collection named “Demetrius” is sophisticated with clean and crisp lines and beautiful pleating. The gowns are designed to showcase the brides’ best features without showing too much.
Jorge Manuel
As for accessories; there were plenty of eye-catching pieces for the upcoming season to choose from. Chunky crystal pieces for the hair or as jewelry were stunning. Having one statement piece for your wedding day ensemble is key for Spring. Crystal cuffs and bold headbands were my favorites. Organic, whimsical pieces were equally amazing. Every girl knows that accessorizing is the best way to show your personal style! Here at M&J Trimming Bridal, we have a beautiful selection of headpieces, jewlery, and custom veiling, which can be veiwed at our showroom.
M&J Bridal Salon
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