Inspired Designer: Vera Wang White Collection

Still obsessed with Vera Wang?  Yeah, me too.  Good news!  Her collection for David's Bridal is still ah-may-zing and still affordable.  With dresses under $200 and sizes up to a 26, your maids are bound to be happy!  These are haute couture dresses with off-the-rack prices!  Check out the current collection:

Better yet, get down to David's Bridal (located in Glen Burnie, Bowie, and Rockville) and try some on!

Minty Fresh!

Everyone has been crazy over nude bridesmaids dresses.  But, mint is the freshest color!  Get it, fresh?   You can check out my Mint Bridesmaids Pinterest Board for more mint-speration!  (I'm on a roll with the puns today!)  Or take a look below at some of the dresses I've found...

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David's Bridal 

Donna Morgan at Nordstrom

J. Crew

Custom Jewelry: Bridesmaids Mix

The bride wanted her maids to have similar necklaces, but mix in the colors of her wedding.  I think these turned out beautifully!  I especially love the navy (I may just have to make something similar for myself!)

Inspired Designer: Coren Moore (Spring 2012)

If you are looking for simple, chic, and  versatile dresses for your maids, look no further than Coren Moore's Spring 2012 Bridesmaid Collection. These dresses come in fun colors and are made with high-quality fabrics to ensure your maids can wear it again and again! From soft ruffles, belted accessories and a variety of neckline designs, this collection caters to all shapes and sizes. Available in sizes 0 - 20 and priced between $250 - $325.

 Coren Moore is available at Garnish Boutique or Bella Bridesmaids in Baltimore.

Tonal Bridesmaids

Its been awhile!  I have been swamped with bridal season and haven't had much time to blog.  (But, I will show you all the loveliness I've been working on soon).  But, for now, wanted to leave you with some tonal bridesmaids inspiration.  I have been seeing a lot of bridesmaids wearing similar shades on pinterest, and I'm just loving it!

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For more bridesmaids inspiration, follow my bridesmaids board on pinterest.

Colors of Love (Pink & Red Bridesmaids)

Inspired by Valentine's Day...  I bring you bridesmaids dresses in various shades of reds and pinks.  I love these dresses because they are cocktail-inspired, your girls will be able to wear them again and again!

J. Crew Bridesmaids

Jenny Yoo Bridesmaids

Siri Bridesmaids Dresses

Bridesmaids Dresses at Nordstrom

BHDLN bridesmaids

Tangerine Tango Bridesmaids

Pantone's 2012 color of the year is "Tangerine Tango."  I love this hot reddish orange color!  According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, Tangerine Tango is "sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive...reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset, Tangerine Tango marries the vivaciousness and adrenaline rush of red with the friendliness and warmth of yellow, to form a high-visibility, magnetic hue that emanates heat and energy.” 

Apparently this attention-getting color has risen in popularity among fashion designers.  So, I set out to find some bridesmaids dresses in this hot color.  Here are some of these lovelies I found:

Watters Bridesmaids

J Crew Bridesmaids Dresses

Dessy Group Bridesmaids Dresses

And to get you started...  Here is an inspiration board I posted in 2010:

Jenny Yoo Promotion at Garnish Boutique

Sorry I haven't been posting much lately.  I have been so busy- wrapping up fall wedding orders and getting ready for the holiday season.  I'm working on bringing you some great reads in the coming weeks.  Anyway, I wanted to let you know that this is the last week to get in on the fab Jenny Yoo promotion at Garnish!  Basically, gorgeous designer bridesmaids dresses, made to order, are discounted!  Who doesn't love a sweet deal?  Call Mia at Garnish for an appointment: 410.321.1406.

Tara Keely Trunk Show

 What:  Tara Keely Fall 2011 Bridal Collection trunk show!

When: September 30th - October 8th, by appointment.

Where: Garnish Boutique, 1515 Labelle Ave., Suite 3, Baltimore, MD 21204

Why: The collection is gorgeous!  And any order placed during the show will be 15% off! 

How: Call 410.321.1406 or email to set up an appointment.

Champagne Taste! (Nude Bridesmaids Dresses)

I recently posted about the growing trend of nude bridesmaids dresses.  The search continues for more inspiration...

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Cardigans: A Girl's Best Friend

Anyone who knows me knows that I love cardigans.  I wear one practically everyday, seriously.  So, when I heard about a new trend, cardigans as wedding attire, I was thrilled!  But, I had to wonder, how does it work?  Well, for one, its a way to add a pop of color.  I love the idea of a neutral or nude bridesmaids dress with a bright cardigan.

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Its practical.  Most bridal attire is strapless or sleeveless, what a great way to stay cozy on a cool fall or spring evening.  And once you heat up the dance floor, take it off to cool down.  Your bridesmaids will thank you! 

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Shade of Grey

I recently posted about nude bridesmaids dresses, which lead to some conversations about wedding color trends.  Grey is certainly a popular color these days.  And a great choice- certainly a color your maids can wear again.  Here are some of my top picks for grey bridesmaids dresses:

J. Crew Grey Bridesmaids Dresses

Grey Bridesmaids Dresses from David's Bridal

Jenny Yoo Bridesmaids

Remember when searching for bridesmaids dresses there are many shades of grey.  And they are often called many different things: silver, pewter, charcoal, slate, metal, aluminum.