Destination Style - NYBFW: Delicate Sparkle with LianCarlo S/S ‘17I love attending the LianCarlo previews because I can be assured of seeing beautiful wedding dresses with extensive details in them. From hand designed lace patterns to vintage woven fabrics, this is a bridal designer that’s for the girl who wants a gown that speaks volumes. … Continue reading

Destination Style - NYBFW: Showstopping Trains with Yumi Katsura S/S ‘17If there’s one thing I’m always excited to see, it’s the trains on Yumi Katsura’s wedding dresses. If you’re looking to delight your wedding guests when you walk down the aisle or wow your future beau with a train that doesn’t quit, then you definitely … Continue reading

Destination Style - NYBFW: Trend Report - Structured Shoulders @ Yumi Katsura S/S ‘17It’s time for a trend report! Okay, so there’s something I saw at a few shows, but that definitely stood out to me at my Yumi Katsura appointment. The concept of a structured shoulder design is still a popular trend going strong … Continue reading

Destination Style - NYBFW: Multi-Layered Gowns with Yumi Katsura S/S ‘17One of the main reasons I have such an obsession with couture bridal designers is the amount of detail that goes into every gown they design. And one thing that especially stands out with couture designers is the technique of multi-layered gowns. By using sheer … Continue reading

Destination Style - NYBFW: A Match Made in Heaven with Rachel Simpson S/S ‘17One of the things that really stood out about Rachel Simpson’s collection was the large amount of matching heels + clutch options that were on display at their booth. I really love the idea of being able to find the perfect clutch … Continue reading

Destination Style - NYBFW: Something Blue with Rachel Simpson S/S ‘17I discovered a new (to the US) designer at the piers this market! Rachel Simpson is a UK footwear brand that’s just starting to make a name for themselves in the US. What I personally love about the collection was the wide array of choices … Continue reading

Destination Style - NYBFW: Whimsical Wedding Dresses at Rembo Styling S/S ‘17Although I typically don’t feature an immense amount of traditional “destination” gowns, I think Rembo Styling managed to seamlessly blend the concept of travel friendly with intense design. All three of the styles featured above are perfect for the bride who wants a ‘pack … Continue reading

Destination Style - NYBFW: Unique Keyholes with Rembo Styling S/S ‘17So every season, in addition to the fashions shows, presentations and private appointments, I always walk the trade shows in hopes of finding new designers or unique gowns that I know my readers will love. This season, I stopped by NY International Bridal Market at … Continue reading

Destination Style - NYBFW: Convertible Gowns with Charlie Brear S/S ‘17Nowadays, there’s a lot of pressure to have not only the perfect dress but to have a “big reveal” for your ceremony and your reception. And as fabulous as this concept is, it’s also insanely ridiculous in a country like the United States where it’s … Continue reading

Destination Style - Sophisticated Simplicity with Charlie Brear S/S ‘17I always love getting to meet new-to-me designers. And this market I had the chance to meet with the team at Charlie Brear, a UK based bridal house that originally began as a purveyer of vintage gowns. Eventually, their vintage wedding dresses became so popular that … Continue reading