Be bold and make a statement with colour for your bridesmaids in gowns of rich colours. We love this deep blue dress.....so easy to wear......!!!!and check out the shoes.....!!!
Sleeves.......!!!!
Are sleeves a style consideration or a necessity? We at WSG believe it is both.....The perfect sleeve can enhance a wedding gown. A long, narrow sleeve is flattering and fashion-forward while an elbow-length sleeve is stylish but also provides coverage. If you are confident about your arms, then sleeveless (strapless) will work for you. The sleeveless gown is a signature for me as it is timeless, chic and sophisticated while also practical for dancing.
If you choose sleeves, remember the proportion of the armhole will impact the construction of the sleeve and the range of your movement. Most importantly, choose something you feel comfortable and confident in. -XO
If you choose sleeves, remember the proportion of the armhole will impact the construction of the sleeve and the range of your movement. Most importantly, choose something you feel comfortable and confident in. -XO
The Bridal Garter
Bridal Garters have always been a lot of fun. Even the story of their origin shows that garters are a symbol of fun at any wedding.
We would love to receive photos of your garter or "garter removal" with or without the story that may go with it.
Submit your photos or story and you will go in the draw to win a dozen SA wines.
To all our brides to be keep an eye on the website for the release of our December LOOK BOOK which will be released on 12th December 2011 as Bleu Garters in California has given us an unique garter to giveaway to one lucky bride.
Bleu Garters are handcrafted in California from fine silks and antique laces. The brand modernizes the classic garter by incorporating pops of color, oversized playful embellishments and intricate beaded lace. “A big trend I'm noticing is brides being more adventurous with color, and not sticking to white/ivory/light blue. Don't get me wrong, the classics are still the most popular, but brides have also been ordering their favorite bright colors, as well as the black floral lace garters for their wedding day!”-Jamie, creative director and designer for Bleu Garters
History of the Garter
Today, the tradition of the wedding garter is tame in comparison to France of the 14th century. In North America, the bride wears two garters; one as a keepsake garter and the other for the throw away.
Both garters are worn on the right leg just above the knee.
Before the removal of the garter, the bride first throws her bouquet to the single women.
The groom removes the throw away garter from the brides leg, sometimes he removes it with his teeth , but more appropriately nowadays he uses his hands. He does this while the bride is sat in a chair.
After the garter is removed, he then throws it to the single male guests. The male guest then takes the garter and places it on the leg of the single female guest who has caught the bouquet.
Those that catch either item are said to be the next to marry. In some instances, it is said that they will marry each other.
The keepsake garter is removed later in private during the honeymoon night.
Numerous wedding garter traditions have been obtained over the years that still seem to become rules of etiquette today. Take a look at a few that are still popular and some that have long since been forgotten.
We would love to receive photos of your garter or "garter removal" with or without the story that may go with it.
Submit your photos or story and you will go in the draw to win a dozen SA wines.
To all our brides to be keep an eye on the website for the release of our December LOOK BOOK which will be released on 12th December 2011 as Bleu Garters in California has given us an unique garter to giveaway to one lucky bride.
Bleu Garters are handcrafted in California from fine silks and antique laces. The brand modernizes the classic garter by incorporating pops of color, oversized playful embellishments and intricate beaded lace. “A big trend I'm noticing is brides being more adventurous with color, and not sticking to white/ivory/light blue. Don't get me wrong, the classics are still the most popular, but brides have also been ordering their favorite bright colors, as well as the black floral lace garters for their wedding day!”-Jamie, creative director and designer for Bleu Garters
History of the Garter
Today, the tradition of the wedding garter is tame in comparison to France of the 14th century. In North America, the bride wears two garters; one as a keepsake garter and the other for the throw away.
Both garters are worn on the right leg just above the knee.
Before the removal of the garter, the bride first throws her bouquet to the single women.
The groom removes the throw away garter from the brides leg, sometimes he removes it with his teeth , but more appropriately nowadays he uses his hands. He does this while the bride is sat in a chair.
After the garter is removed, he then throws it to the single male guests. The male guest then takes the garter and places it on the leg of the single female guest who has caught the bouquet.
Those that catch either item are said to be the next to marry. In some instances, it is said that they will marry each other.
The keepsake garter is removed later in private during the honeymoon night.
Numerous wedding garter traditions have been obtained over the years that still seem to become rules of etiquette today. Take a look at a few that are still popular and some that have long since been forgotten.
Go to the website to read more about the history of garters!
The Fall 2012 Bridal Collection will be at the Vera Wang Bridal Salon on Madison Avenue through Saturday, November 26th for a special trunk show. If you can't make it this weekend the new collection will be back at the New York City salon from December 22nd through January 2012...
Very exciting for anyone that happens to be in New York at this time or is thinking of travelling before your big day..........!!!!!!!!!!
Very exciting for anyone that happens to be in New York at this time or is thinking of travelling before your big day..........!!!!!!!!!!
The Forgotten Items
Often brides and grooms forget to add to their Wedding Registry important items they'll need to entertain in style.
Don't forget to round our your registry and elevate your tablescape with these key pieces:
Rim Soup Plates (see the Doulton Gordon Ramsay Platinum Rim Soup Plate above)
These bowls are an add-on to the 5-piece place setting - they'll make your first course, a warm soup or salad, a standout!
These bowls are an add-on to the 5-piece place setting - they'll make your first course, a warm soup or salad, a standout!
Globlets, wine glasses and champagne flutes (see the Doulton Manhatten Goblet above)
These are everyone's party favourites! In addition you can use these to serve water and iced tea with elegance, they can also hold eggnog or make a yoghurt parfait sparkle!
These are everyone's party favourites! In addition you can use these to serve water and iced tea with elegance, they can also hold eggnog or make a yoghurt parfait sparkle!
Make sure to add serving pieces (like the Doulton Gordon Ramsay Platter above) to your registry. Large platters and a gravy boat will become more important as your cricle of family and friends expands. A platter can hold a turkey or crown roast for a crowd, and that gravy boat can hold an array of sauces and dressings.
Round out your registry - and let the good times multiply!
Diamonds !!!!!
Eternity have shared some great information on diamonds and how to choose them....visit this link for more !!!!http://www.weddingstyleguide.com.au/diamonds-are-forever.html
Destress with Yoga!!!!!!
Follow the link and learn how to de-stress with Yoga....!!!!great for both bride and groom before a wedding.......
Love Wedding Marriage!!!!
Last night we were priveledged to be able to sneak a preview of a film Love Wedding Marriage.....!!!! It stars Mandy Moore, Kellan Luitz James Brolin & Jane Seymour just to name a few......!!!! What can we say, a fun VERY TRUE movie...a must watch....lots of lessons to be learned especially "when you get married you don't set limits on what love means...." how true is that statement.........please visit this website .... Love, Wedding, Marriage DVD.
New York Wedding Fashions!!!!
Visit our new website and see the latest wedding fashions straight off the catwalks of New York.!!!!!
New Website
Our new website is ready and its very exciting for us !!!!!!! Visit the website www.styleguide.com.au and enter the voting on Red Wedding Dresses and you will be placed in the draw to win one doz. South Australian Wines....!!!!!
Quote of the day !!
We need to share a little quote with our bloggers.... "Love is not just lookjing at each othr, it's looking in the same direction.." How lovely are these words by Antoine de Saint-Exupery...and how appropriate to include in your vows.........
Simple but Beautiful...!!!!
Look at this stunning posie put together by Poppies Flowers in Adelaide and photographed by Tim Coulson.......stunning stunning stunning.......and simply beautiful.....!!!!
EXCITING !!!!!!!!
Please stay tuned to our website as we come alive with new and inovative ideas for you our followers......we cant wait to share the informations that we have been able to source throughout the world.....!!!!!!!
Chinese Proverb....
This year we are going to experience four unusual dates: 1/1/11,1/11/11, 11/1/11, 11/11/11, and that's not all; Take the last twodigits of the year you were born and the age you will be this year and... the result will add up to 111 for everyone!!!! This is the year ofMONEY. Also, this year, October will have 5 Sundays, 5 Mondays & 5Saturdays. This happens only once every 823 years. These particularyears are known as Moneybag years. The proverb goes that if you sendthis to eight good friends, money will appear in the next four days,as is explained in the Chinese feng shui. Those who don't continue thechain, won't receive. It's a mystery, but it's worth a try. Good luckto you. This only happens once in 800 years.
Wedding Style Guide ONLINE
How exciting!!! Wedding Style Guide will become an international directory totally dedicated to all things weddings! All the latest wedding gowns will be revealed from New York for 2012! and lots more!!!! New website will be up soon!
Back of Wedding Dress Tip
Just a little information when chosing your wedding dress!!!!! The back of a wedding dress gets its fair share of attention and therefore should be conceived with this importance in mind. The charm of an artfully designed back lies in the intersection of cut, drape and detail. You should connect the back of the dress to the time of day of the wedding. For morning ceremonies, the back should neve...r fall below the level of the bra fastening and should be adorned with traditional detals such as tiny bows or ribbons. For late-day and especially evening weddings, a softer, lower drape and more bare skin is alluring and adornment can include sequins, beads and crystals to reflect light and add glamour. Remember, a bride's exit is as noteworthy as her entrance so choose the back detail of your wedding dress accordingly.............!!!!!