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Wedding Hats for the Modern Bride

dena — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 08:00:44 +0000

Dramatic, unconventional, and more than a bit coquettish, bridal hats have been the preference of some of the world’s most fashionable brides: The Duchess of Windsor wore a blue straw halo-style hat trimmed with pink and blue coq feathers, Rita Hayworth chose an enormous cartwheel, and Grace Kelly wore a Juliet cap that matched the lace of her gown.

“You can do all kinds of wonderful things with hats. They can be dramatic, romantic, whimsical, or traditional,” says Kelly Christy of Kelly Christy millinery in New York City.

The right hat must be in proportion to your body and your outfit. The color and fabric should complement your dress, but needn’t be a perfect match. For harmony, you can trim a hat with a detail from your hem or sleeve. The hat must fit your head comfortably, sitting above the ears and framing the face so the eyes are prominent– no cast shadows that would ruin your pictures. Read more at Marthastewartweddings.com: Bridal Hats.

Here are some great hats to try on for size!

Hat by Suzanne Millinery, 212-593-3232 via Martha Stewart Weddings

Hat by David’s Bridal via Brides.com

Hat by Erica Koesler via Brides.com

Photos from Favor Ideas.com

Hat by Erica Koesler

Gorgeous, ultra-dramatic hats by Jane Taylor Millinery.com

Hats by Thailand Wedding Accessories

The Byrone – Pleated Victorian Bridal Hat by Topsy Turvy Design

Grooms Go Wild!

dena — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 08:42:26 +0000

Not all is black-and-white in Groomsville these days, and we’ve got some wild ones here! No, we’re not talking about stag nights, we’re talking about men’s fashion, specifically on the wedding day. If you’re a man of colorful style, take some advice from these handsome grooms: it’s your day and you can wear whatever you choose (as long as the bride approves, of course)!

feature photo: offbeat bride

Real men wear pink:

jose villa, ep love via green wedding shoes

They also like orange:

epblog, leonce photography

And if they must wear a black tux, a bit of red makes it stand out:

They also wear shorts and bow ties:

jose villa, james christianson via green wedding shoes

They even look dapper in checks (the more contrasting colors the better)!

Tec Petaja

They love hats of all shapes and sizes:

tec petaja via green wedding shoes, offbeat bride, the knot

… And printed shirts:

epblog, offbeat bride

And they sizzles in black leather (that’s a kilt!) and boots:

offbeat bride

And speaking of kilts, of course, cultural costumes are always hot!

epblog, the knot, the knot

Spring 2010 Wedding Dress Trends

dena — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:02:04 +0000

During Bridal Fashion Week, top designers to show off their new lines, and give us a glimpse into what’s hot in this season’s wedding fashion. Here are some wedding dress trends you’ll love! Look for them to hit your local bridal salon this spring.

’50s Flair

Bridal designers are loving belted gowns, high necklines, tulle skirts, and tea-length dresses. Dress by Anne Barge via the Knot.

Tulle

Tulle can be tricky to get right– you want to look ethereal without feeling like a little girl in a party dress. Artful draping combined with stunning bead-work make tulle the perfect combination in this Vera Wang dress, via AllWomensTalk

Black is Back

Bits of black make wedding dress details pop, from bows and sashes to bolder embellishments and patterns. Dress by Jenny Packham via the Knot.
See more black-accented wedding dresses

Asymmetrical Necklines

The one-shoulder style is gaining popularity. But this season, over-the-top details are what really makes them stand out. Dress by Anne Bowen via the Knot. See more one-shoulder wedding dresses.

Bows

These knots are hot, from droopy satin bows to more structured ones! Bows give your dress a feminine look that’s not too girly. Dress by Amsale via the Knot. See more wedding dresses with bows

Flower Power

We love the burst of springtime blooms, whether it’s cherry-blossom details or embroidered, eye-catching rosettes. Dress by Claire Pettibone via the Knot. See more dresses with flowers.

Illusion Necklines

Sheer straps are the perfect coverage if you want something subtle and sexy. Whether it’s bateau, V-neck, or even one-shoulder, this look is dreamy! Dress by Melissa Sweet via the Knot.

Metallic Prints

If black details are not your thing, consider this hot, new style glittering in gold and silver details. Dress by Christos via the Knot.

Top it off

To finish the look, designers are adding a hat! Whether it’s something dainty and demure with a birdcage veil, or a large, droopy picture hat, this is one trend we take our hats off to! Carolina Herrera via AllWomensTalk