2be Bride spring 2010 line

I just got home from the first buying trip of the 2010 season. It’s hard to say at this point what the trends will be, but I saw some beautiful gowns, and my appétit for knowledge about all things bridal was fed! In fact, at the moment I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed but with time it will process – just like a good meal.

We traveled to St. Louis to see the 2be Bride spring 2010 line. This line has it all. Everything from simple fitted gowns to much embellished “princess” dresses.

The slim silhouette is still prevailing. Don’t worry if fitted gowns are not your thing – we’re seeing the emergence of some great ball gowns including one of my favorites from the new line. A simply embellished, dropped waist gown with a wonderful skirt called a circle skirt. Circle skirt: yards and yards of fabric cut in a way to twirl (in a manner that would make five year old girl envious) but also cut to drape amazingly smooth at the hip. It gives you the best of both worlds!

I look forward to seeing all of what the spring 2010 season has to offer and of course look forward to seeing the gowns arrive at the shop!

Happy Planning,
Jeri

Busting Out

Last week - I was happy to get the chance to help a beautiful bride who was busting out of her wedding gown. Her “bust” was literally busting out of her gown.

The above mentioned bride had found and purchased her dream gown at a Portland bridal shop that had recently decided to close up shop. One thing led to another and in order for her to get the gown she loved she was forced to purchase the store’s sample gown. The sample gown was smaller in size then the gown she had originally ordered but she was hopeful it could be altered to fit – she loved the gown.

The story has a happy ending. This bride ended up meeting with her seamstress at Charlotte’s for alterations. With creative solutions, proper undergarments and a good seamstress we were able to help her make the gown look perfect.

Here are some ideas if you find yourself with a gown that’s too small for your bust line:

• You can add a cuff of fabric at the top of the bodice to build it up. This works best with a strapless gown. If the gown is a v-neck you can add a modesty panel at the bottom of the “v” to heighten the neck line.
• Sometimes you can just let the gown out at the side seams or make the gown larger with gussets of fabric inserted in the side seams. You could also change the back of the wedding gown to have a “corset back” allowing you to adjust the gown.
• The right undergarments make a huge difference. Don’t under estimate the power of a good bra and slimmer.

Do you have a gown that's just not fitting right? Feel free to email me with your concerns and maybe I can help!

Happy Planning!