Pronovias: The Legend Lives On

After his death in early 2013, Manuel Mota, the creative director of world-renowned fashion company Pronovias, has continued to leave his mark on the fashion industry. Pronovias wedding gowns are some of the hottest bridal fashions this year. Now celebrating its 50th anniversary, this Spanish design firm has always been proud to be a family-run […]

Career Path to Becoming a Bridal Designer

Do you have a passion for art and bridal design? Perhaps becoming a wedding gown designer is the job for you! You’ve got to start somewhere, and we have a professional track outlined that may just help you achieve it. See what actions you can take to become successful in this field, and learn about […]

The Used Wedding Gown Market

If you want to sell your wedding gown after your big day and are unsure how to place a value on your used dress, you have come to the right place! Here’s a summary of the used wedding gown market and the factors that affect the valuation of a dress that a bride may want […]

Throwback Dress Designs: Trends from the Past

Today, little girls are often kept awake at night by the dreams of their wedding. They fantasize about a perfect wedding reception, glowing dress, and prince charming. In the Middle Ages, however, weddings were much different. Ironically, in the days of actual princesses, weddings were a much less glamorous affair. Little girls were still kept […]

Alter to Fit the Altar

More often than not, your dream gown is going to need some sort of alteration. It is rare to find a gown that fits like a glove and has every bead or pearl intact. But have no fear, there are great seamstresses that will get your gown in tip-top shape before your big day! Though […]

Up-and-Coming Designers: The Next Wave of Bridal Wonders

If you have begun your wedding gown hunt, I am sure you have heard of designers

Monique Lhuillier’s Hottest Bridal Gowns of 2014

Monique Lhuillier was born in Cebu City in the Philippines but moved to Los Angeles to study design and began creating bridal gowns in 1996. By 2001 she had opened her first retail store and within a couple of years she became famous for designing wedding dresses for celebrities such as Britney Spears. Now she […]

Romona Keveza’s Hottest Bridal Gowns of 2014

Romona Keveza is another fashion designer who has burst onto the scene due to her elegant and innovative designs. She is among the leading bridal gown designers and her shows are always well received. Below, we look at her most recent wedding dress designs to see if she is still producing exceptional gowns. Fall 2014 […]

Amsale’s Hottest Bridal Gowns of 2014

Amsale Aberra was born in Ethiopia but moved to the United States aged 19 and ultimately worked her way to the top of the fashion design industry. She began making bridal gowns in the mid 1980s and now has her own blog on the Huffington Post website! An Amsale wedding dress is one of the […]

Reem Acra’s Hottest Bridal Gowns of 2014

Reem Acra is known for her ability to transform seemingly ‘ordinary’ styles into something remarkable. It could be said that her career began after she was spotted by a fashion editor when she wore an embroidered silk organza gown which had been made from table cloth! Now she is at the top of her game […]

Pronovias’ Hottest Bridal Gowns of 2014

The latest wedding gowns in the Pronovias collection are quite sensational. The 2014 collection is filled with lace patterns and fits somewhere between elegant and dramatic. These wonderful wedding dresses are filled with contrasts: they are elegant yet carefree, glamorous yet demure and feature Greek and French style pieces. Below, we look at the magical […]

Buying a Wedding Gown

Many little girls fantasize about their wedding and envision their dream gowns for years and years. Perhaps they have even have sketched exactly what they hope to wear, intricacies and all. (Whoops, guilty as charged!) But, let’s be honest, what little girl is also considering the budget for her dress? Weddings can be pricey and […]

Colored Gowns and Silhouettes

Colors Why do brides typically wear white to their weddings? Most of us have accepted it as a societal norm but haven’t really ever stopped to think how the common wedding dress has evolved. This phenomenon began with Queen Victoria wearing a white lace gown to her own wedding in 1840. Before this, brides in […]

Who Should I Bring With Me When Trying on Wedding Dresses?

While you want the dress to be perfect, it is a mistake to bring a large entourage, as too many voices can only serve to offer contradictory opinions and turn the day into a stressful one. As a rule, bring two to three trusted people with you on your wedding dress expedition; but who are […]

What Makes a Designer Gown So Much Better?

When it comes to your wedding day, every single detail needs to be absolutely perfect, so why would you choose anything other than a designer bridal gown? While there are a number of innovative ways to cut down on your wedding costs, choosing a cheap wedding dress is not the best idea. Remember, you will […]