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November 12, 2011

Sue Wong: Beauty. Magic. Transformation for Spring 2012

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Strapless Optional Seutache Embroidered Long Gown with Beaded Accents

Sue Wong, best known for her elegant evening-wear division, aims to transform the woman into a goddess; “It’s akin to the special feeling we all had as little girls when we first tried on our mother’s or a loved one’s best garment or jewelry and saw ourselves redefined.” Let us walk you through our favorite feminine pieces from the designer, equipped with sparkle, shine, and frou.

Art Deco-Inspired Beaded Gown with Laser-Cut Petal Skirt Trimmed with Ostrich Feathers

Embellished and Embroidered Long Gown with Sunburst Pleated Skirt

For Spring 2012, Wong draws on “The Lady and the Vamp” motif as she plays with the duality of the two. Fresh designs of organza petals are delicate, while sexy black laced gowns demand gothicism. Art deco gowns and 20s inspired silhouettes of satin and chiffon allow the clothes to take on a power of their own. Each gown is meticulously hand beaded adding to the fantasy allure.

Above are my favorites within the general SS12 collection; Below I chose the best of bridal. The incredible vintage feel and bright colors made it rather difficult to pick!

Long Halter Ball Gown with Beaded Embroidered Torso and 3-D Raw Edge Floral and Tiered Skirt

Art Deco Inspired Beaded Gown with Lazer-Cut Petal Skirt Trimmed with Ostrich Feathers

Bridal  for Spring/Summer 2012:

Sweetheart Neckline Ball Gown with Intricate Torso Beading and Tulle Ruched Skirt

Strapless Long Gown with Embroidered Floral and Ribbon Appliqued Jet-Beaded Bodice

Sue Wong designs are available in over 27 countries and at department stores including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s, and Nordstrom.

-Alana Quagliariello

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June 23, 2011

8 Items Under $20 for a Summer Wedding (CollegeCandy Guest Post)

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Dressing for a wedding is just like dressing up for any other special occasion, but there are a few rules to wedding fashion. The first and most important of these: don’t upstage the bride. This means no white, of course, but also nothing too flashy or revealing. And if the ceremony is in a house of worship, keep your shoulders and cleavage covered up out of respect. But that doesn’t mean what you wear has to be boring!

Click here to view the rest of the article at CollegeCandy!

May 24, 2011

Sleeves are In (Partnered Post)

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We all know by now how much of a hit the Royal Wedding was with bridal dresses. Kate, and her sister, Pippa, effortlessly looked gorgeous in white, with Kate’s long laced sleeves and fairy tale trail and Pippa’s chic floor length gown and short sleeves. Which, only confirms the belief that sleeves on wedding dresses are definitely taking the lead in wedding fashion and are as gorgeous as ever! They help the dress look elegant, yet still maintain a very sexy, chic element in other areas of the dress to compliment a bride’s best feature.

Priscilla of Boston has some lovely wedding dresses this season that hide away those jiggly arms (let’s face it, we all have a little jiggle) and accentuate the better parts, like these pictured below:

March 10, 2011

Urban Outfitters Launches Its First Ever Bridal Collection

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[Image via WWD.com]

Urban Outfitters recently debuted its first ever bridal collection, entitled BHLDN this past Valentine’s Day.  The brand will showcase wedding gowns, bridesmaid and party dresses, vintage-inspired jewelry, headpieces, shoes, and even lingerie.  Most wedding retailers offer only the typical “matchy matchy” bridesmaid options and standard white gown, however, Urban Outfitters dresses will promise to be timeless, less cliché, and will be offered in fun floral prints keeping with the heirloom feel of the brand.  With prices ranging from $1000–$4000 dollars for wedding gowns and $200–$600 dollars for party attire, dresses will be on par with avearge prices in the category.

By encompassing their vintage style and creating a unique line of wedding attire, Urban Outfitters is not only broadening but holding on to its current consumer market as they move through life experiences.  Bridal and Urban Outfitters, could indeed a match made in indie heaven.

-Dana deBoer

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