Every season bridal designers create gorgeous wedding dress collections that hinge upon a unifying theme. Typically this usually had to do with romance, flowers or concepts like “whimsy” or “ethereal”. But this season, my favorite inspiration for a collection comes by way of Jean-Ralph Thurin and his Bond Girl theme! Being a James Bond fan, … Continue reading TAB Style: NYBFW S/S ‘16 Top Picks: Most Unique Theme
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Like I mentioned in a previous trends article, the ballgown has been given a new lease on life. Instead of stiff fabrics and underskirts, designers have shifted to soft tulle and lace designs that offer movement. Although I saw numerous stunning ballgowns at this season’s Bridal Fashion Week, my favorite goes to Tony Ward Couture … Continue reading TAB Style: NYBFW S/S ‘16 Top Picks: Best Ballgown
Accessories are important for bridal fashion as they can really pull a look together and make it a cohesive theme. Having said that, my best accessories pick goes to Blossom Veils for these gorgeous crystal and lace boleros! Soft enough to be paired with even the sweetest ball gown, they take any look from cute … Continue reading TAB Style: NYBFW S/S ‘16 Top Picks – Best Accessories
Pearls popped up all over the market this season. Of course, pearls are synonymous with bridal - but this season was a bit unique. And when it comes to pearl jewelry, my favorite use of pearls for jewelry is from Cheryl King Couture! Although I’ve only featured one of their necklaces, there’s a full range … Continue reading TAB Style: NYBFW S/S ‘16 Top Picks – Best Pearl Jewelry
Color was a major trend this season and it appeared in almost every designer collection I previewed. But most daring use of color goes to Claire Pettibone and her Romantique “bohemian meets the Old West” collection. With her use of heirloom lace patterns and infusion of dramatic black as a contrast, this gown is for … Continue reading TAB Style: NYBFW S/S ‘16 Top Picks – Best Use of Color
There were so many looks on the runway or at private previews this past Bridal Fashion Week. And by and large the majority of them were show stopping winners! But there were a few that really caught my eye. So the next few posts are dedicated to a new category I’ve created called TAB Top … Continue reading TAB Style: NYBFW S/S ‘16 Top Picks – Best Vintage Gown
TAB Style - NY Bridal Fashion Week S/S ‘16 Trend Report: Art Deco Fashion!The fashion world often takes its cue from the architectural style of its era, or from eras in the past. And one of the most influential architectural styles is Art Deco. Made popular from the 1920s through the 1940s this Parisian design … Continue reading
TAB Style - NY Bridal Fashion Week S/S ‘16 Trend Report: Pearl StoryPearls are synonymous with bridal fashion and for good reason. They’re considered a natural gem, and can really turn a plain style into couture luxury in no time flat. And although pearls are a common embellishment in bridal fashion, the Spring ‘16 season … Continue reading
TAB Style: NY Bridal Fashion Week S/S ‘16 Trend Report - The Softer Edge of Ballgowns!The ballgown is probably one of the most traditional and iconic bridal silhouettes. There was a time when the concept of a figure hugging wedding dress was almost unheard of - especially during the 80s! But as synonymous as the … Continue reading
TAB Style - NY Bridal Fashion Week S/S ‘16 Trend Report: Convertible Style!It’s no secret that for the past few years a big trend was for the bride to wear two dresses on her wedding day - one for the ceremony and one for the reception. And as gorgeous as this is, it’s probably one … Continue reading
The Anti Bridezilla 