NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Yumi Katsura - An Eye for Bodice Detail There were two previews I attended this market that made me feel that, as a bridal publication, I had arrived and one of them was the Yumi Katsura preview I visited on Saturday! Yumi Katsura is such a benchmark of true couture … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Eugenia Couture - Sheer Elegance One of the overlying trends during bridal market (which isn’t design related) is designers holding private previews either in their showroom or at suites around town. And to be honest, I prefer it sometimes. Although it’s great to walk the shows, it’s even better to … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Ersa Atelier - The Timeless Elegance of European Design I first came across Ersa Atelier this past April when I attended NY International Bridal Market. I fell in love with the gorgeous ball gowns that evoked images of classic European design paired with modernity. So, when I was able to … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week: Elaya Vaughn: Golden Wedding Dreams! This ethereal gold accented wedding gown from Elaya Vaughn is a quintessential example of why designer Kate Pankoke is a three time alum on the popular designer reality series Project Runway and a cast member of this upcoming season. The soft delicate golden butterflies are the … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Elaya Vaughn - Tiered Perfection I’ve been a fan of Elaya Vaughn since last year when I first met the designer and Project Runway alum, Kate Pankoke at the October '13 NY International Bridal Market. I’ve always loved her designs but something that I’m a fan of is her use … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Enaura Bridal - An Attention to Detail Nothing ups the luxe factor of the tried and true sheath or mermaid silhouette like an intense attention to detail. I dropped by the Enaura bridal booth at NY International Bridal Market and didn’t want to leave! I’ve featured Enaura on The Anti … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Elizabeth Stuart - Textural Variety Sometimes with bridal it’s the little things that make the biggest impact. And featured above are two designs that I absolutely loved from Elizabeth Stuart’s new collection. At the top is a lovely champagne mermaid strapless gown with white lace overlay and a chapel length … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Elizabeth Stuart - Versatile Elegance In the past year and a half, a really big trend in bridal is opting for multiple dresses - one for the ceremony and an alternate one for the reception. Whether you’re picking multiple gowns so you can wear something freer for the reception or … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Angel Rivera - Train of Thought One of the biggest trends this bridal market was emphasis on details on the back of the gown. And of course this makes sense - you’ll spend at least 30 minutes of your wedding day with all of your guests looking at your back … Continue reading

NY Bridal Fashion Week ‘15: Ariel Jennifer Taub - Dramatic Sparkle & Florals! I love sparkle - especially for bridal. So, when I connected with Ariel Jennifer Taub on Instagram last month, I was so psyched to check out her collection. And P.S. - this is why I love to walk the shows and constantly … Continue reading