Oscar Award Winning Bridal Looks from David's Bridal

Last night's Oscars red carpet captivated everyone with stunning show-stopping looks on the biggest runway in Hollywood. If you would like to steal the Oscar look of one of your favorite stars without breaking the bank, consider these award-winning formalwear lookalikes from David's Bridal.

Jennifer Lawrence

Pretty enough to say "I do!" Get the stunning "aisle style" Dior look of Best Actress nominee Jennifer Lawrence with this layered fit and flare Oleg Cassini bridal gown from David's Bridal.

• Style: CWG482
• Price: $1,050
• http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Beaded-Layered-Lace-Fit-and-Flare-Gown-CWG482

Helen Hunt

Mimic Supporting Actress nominee Helen Hunt's beautiful in blue H&M look with this marine-hued strapless gown from David's Bridal.

• Style: F15429
• Price: $149
• http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Strapless-Dress-with-Cuff-Neckline-and-Corset-Back-F15429

Naomi Watts

Looking to achieve the sizzling silver silhouette of Naomi Watts' Armani gown? Try this David's Bridal one shoulder glitter mesh gunmetal dress.

• Style: 55388D
• Price: $199
• http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Long-One-Shoulder-Glitter-Mesh-Dress-55388D

Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington's refreshing pop of coral color in her dazzling Miu Miu gown can be replicated for less with this strapless, beaded gown from David's Bridal.

• Style: 51781
• Price: $229
• http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Strapless-Prom-Dress-with-Cut-Glass-Beading-51781

Charlize Theron

Bridal style on the red carpet was all the rage at the Oscars! Charlize Theron's sleek peplum Dior Haute Couture gown can be easily "stolen" with this stunning David's Bridal Wedding Collection dress.

• Style: 51781
• Price: $399 (Currently on sale for $349)
• http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Satin-Fit-and-Flare-Wedding-Gown-with-Beaded-Waist-T3518

Jennifer Garner

Ben Affleck's leading lady looked effortless in purple. To get her light and airy look, try this strapless, sangria-colored chiffon gown.

• Style: F14865
• Price: $159
• http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Strapless-Crinkle-Chiffon-Dress-with-Godets-F14865

See also: Bridal Stores

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New Marketplace for Handmade Personalized Wedding Inspiration

Earlier this week, TheWeddingMile.com, an online marketplace for handcrafted and vintage weddings, announced the official launch of the company’s marketplace for buying and selling custom handcrafted goods for wedding and bridal events. Created for both buyers and sellers, the virtual storefront is super cute and provides tons of Pinterest like inspiration for weddings.

This site provides sellers a virtual storefront to list their goods, take customer orders and promote their craft. In order to become a seller, artisans must create their own original handcrafted goods, which can be customized to each buyer’s request.

For brides, this site offers multiple ways to search for items to suit their needs and... the most interesting thing to me is that buyers can request items be customized to their liking.

I love this bridal clutch / wedding purse by Jenna Lou Designs that you can purchase through TheWeddingMile.com...

TheWeddingMile.com also offers an online wedding registry, providing users with a unique page link so that family and friends can view each “wish list.” The Web site’s blog also offers content for brides, keeping them up-to-date with current wedding trends and wedding inspiration. Lastly, this online wedding marketplace features a wedding expert who is available to answer any questions related to wedding etiquette and wedding practice.

TheWeddingMile.com is currently running a promotion for sellers in which their first three months are free. After the three-month trial, there is a month-to-month subscription rate of $9.95. There are no hidden fees and subscriptions may be cancelled at any time.

Pinterest Contest

TheWeddingMile is currently sponsoring a contest for brides to re-write the caption on the sign of the below image and repin it (Pin It to Win it).  This image is one of their most repinned images on Pinterest.  TheWeddingMile.com will select a winner and they'll win a sign with a message of their choice.  Here is the Pinterest board about the contest: http://pinterest.com/theweddingmile/wedding-mile-contests/

About TheWeddingMile.com

Founded in 2011, TheWeddingMile.com is an online marketplace of handmade and vintage goods for the wedding and bridal market. It provides a virtual storefront for sellers to list their goods, take custom orders and promote their craft. Buyers can browse and purchase products, communicate with sellers, request custom made items, and find true inspiration for their wedding day. For more information about TheWeddingMile.com, please visit the company’s Web site at http://theweddingmile.com/.

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Before You Pop The Question This Valentine's Day

If you are planning to pop the question tomorrow or this weekend in honor of Valentine's Day, take a look at these stats from David’s Bridal’s “What’s On Brides’ Minds Survey” … before people pop the question!

 
• More than half of brides (57%) would change something about their engagement ring if they could, with the biggest gripe being wanting a bigger stone (19%).
 
   
• Despite this, only 36% actually would go through with upgrading!
 

 
• Grooms need to keep their proposals more personal … bucking the seemingly popular trend of over the top, You Tube-friendly proposals, most brides actually prefer something much more low key

 
   
• 80% would scoff at a public Facebook proposal
   
• 63% wouldn’t say yes to their beau proposing on a Jumbotron
   
• 57% of brides would say no to the ever-popular flash mob proposal!
 

 
• With Valentine’s Day being proposal central, it’s interesting to know that nearly a third of newlyweds actually embellish their engagement story to make it sound better. So, choose wisely when proposing guys!

Thanks to David's Bridal for sharing these stats with us!

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WaterColor Inn & Resort, Blending the Hues of Romance

Architecture and ocean blend the first hues of romance at  the WaterColor Inn & Resort in Florida’s  pristine area known as South Walton. Tucked between Destin and Seaside,  on Scenic Highway  30-A, this intimate 60-room Inn is the  inspiration of David Rockwell, a previous winner of Interiors magazine’s Designer of the Year. The Four Diamond AAA  rated retreat has accumulated a long list of awards and accolades, including  being selected in 2013 as a Conde’ Nast “Gold List” recipient and recognized as one of the top 30 in Travel + Leisure’s  “Best Beach Hotels in America.”  Here,  you will find beach front rooms overlooking the world’s most beautiful beaches.

My husband and I were impressed with our huge guest room  that faced the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The room’s innovative view  of the ocean extends through a window in the large dual-shower enclosure. Yes,  that is correct; you can shower without losing sight of the sea and sand. Comfy  terry cloth robes and slippers are provided and all guest rooms feature a king  size bed dressed in luxurious Egyptian cotton linens and large sofa. Our  favorite amenity…the balcony complete with bright yellow Adirondack  chairs. For the ultimate in luxury, reserve a “Rotunda Suite” featuring  sweeping 180-degree views of blue sky merging with the Gulf.

From our balcony, we spotted an adult pool where couples  were relaxing and a path beside the pool enticed us to explore. We opened a  wooden gate beneath the pergola to a path of romance. The continuous rhythm of  the waves, behind the waving sea oats, was like a siren drawing us closer to  the Gulf. Childhood memories made me want to run and kick up the sand with my heels.  Instead, we walked slowly, savoring the most relaxing sounds on earth—the caw  of seagulls and waves pounding land.

I understand there is a scientific explanation for particles  washing down from the Appalachian Mountains, thousands of years in the making, to  form the sand here. All we really needed to know was steps from WaterColor Inn;  we found the purest, whitest, quartz sand anywhere, providing a soft landing  for stargazing at night. The Inn provided us with beach chairs and umbrellas for  a soul-soothing front row seat to enjoy nature’s rhapsody during the day.

WaterColor Inn offers much more than the pleasures of the  beach within this 499-acre resort. Guests enjoy access to additional amenities  and activities located throughout the community including six pools. Complimentary  bicycles, canoes, and kayaks make it easy for couples to ride to neighboring  towns, paddle through the Western Lake—a rare coastal dune lake and hike the woodland  trail system. Guests can work out at the fitness center, enjoy a game of tennis  and reserve fishing charters. Golfing couples have access to three golf  courses, and the InnSpa offers a totally indulgent experience – “the art of  rejuvenation.”

The Gathering Spot and Sushi Bar is a cozy lobby area of the  Inn where we ordered a box lunch for our bicycle tour of WaterColor. While the  resort boasts dozens of romantic picnic spots, we finally settled on Cerulean Park near the layered water feature.  Here, the sprawling oak limbs shaded us while we munched on lunch delights. We  also found a bike path nearby where just the two of us could explore nature. In  fact, the South Walton area with more than 225,000 acres of protected and  maintained local parks and preserves draws naturalists and adventure seekers to  this peaceful paradise. There is even a 19-mile path that follows Scenic Hwy 30-A, perfect  for biking and walking.

A favorite activity for couples at WaterColor is YOLO  Boarding. Set out on a new adventure at WaterColor BoatHouse, along Western Lake, where you will find Tom Losee teaching the  sport of stand up paddle boarding. Tom’s board brand, YOLO (you only live once)  is well known along the Florida  coast and beyond for their quality craftsmanship. If you are not an expert, not  to worry, Tom will have you whizzing around the lake in no time. Take time to  check out the shops at WaterColor. The Blue Giraffe, a specialty shop at North  Center, is where you can purchase beach art that is sure to become a treasured  memory from your honeymoon. Also, stock up on everything WaterColor at the Logo  Store and BeachFolly is where you can find stylish beach apparel.

We had anticipated dinner at Fish Out of Water, the Inn’s award-winning signature restaurant all day.  Chef de Cuisine, Lawrence Klang, blends  traditional Southern fare with the Gulf’s finest seafood to create a dining  experience you simply cannot forget. Call before your arrival, and reserve the  restaurant’s wine room for an intimate dinner.   Fish Out of Water overlooks the Gulf with its chic décor, and there is  simply not a bad seat in the house. After dinner, we sat around the adult pool  where the submerged pool lights illuminated the water with hues of pink and  blue. We also lingered by the fire pit and slipped into the wooden swing for  awhile before succumbing to our nightly walk on the moonlit beach.

We were back for breakfast the next morning at Fish Out of  Water for Shane’s Shrimp and Grits and Quiche Lorraine. This time we dined  early on the outdoor deck where the morning sunrays streaked over the Inn in  soft shadows to alert guests it’s time for another day of activities. Other  scenery included energetic guests traveling the boardwalk for a peaceful early  morning walk on the beach. There is nothing like dining on good food with the  ocean in full view.

WaterColor Inn & Resort is not only perfect for a  honeymoon but has gained praises as a Destination Wedding venue as well. The  resort boasts a private beach on the Gulf with magnificent sunsets to Western  Lake Park with its majestic coastal pines. Cerulean Park,  Marina Park, Inn Green and the BoatHouse are all popular spots to exchange  vows. The resort will break ground on the LakeHouse in 2013, a 4,200-square-foot  special event space adjacent to Western Lake. With  a reputation for details, the resort’s personal bridal attendant will oversee  every detail from the expertly prepared food to the last dance. While enjoying  our daily early morning bike ride, we stopped by a huge tent buzzing with a  full crew of workers preparing for a wedding at Marina Park. The vintage-style chandelier  was hung—ready to spotlight the bride and groom.

WaterColor is known for an impeccable staff and service. The  employees were always attentive and ready to offer helpful tips during our  stay. They advised us the prime location for watching the sun melt into the  Gulf is atop the Beach Club Grill. On our last evening at WaterColor Inn, the  sunset was magnificent. It was almost like a painting, but I know an artist  could not depict the beauty we witnessed. I wanted that moment to last forever.  I was reminded of a quote from Mitch Albom’s book, For One More Day, “You  can go your whole life collecting days, and none will outweigh the one you wish  you had back.” The good news, WaterColor Inn will be waiting for us next year  with more days filled with beauty and romance.

For WaterColor Inn reservations, call 866-426-2656 or visit www.watercolorresort.com
  For South Walton tourist information, call 800-822-6877 or  visit www.visitsouthwalton.com

All Photos by Holloway Photography for IBS Design.  All rights reserved.

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Wedding Cake Stamp Available Again for Wedding Invitations

The Postal Service reissued the Wedding Cake stamp today in a 66-cent version to accommodate the 1-cent price change that goes into effect Jan. 27.

Available in panes of 20, customers may purchase the stamps at usps.com/stamps, by phone at 800-STAMP24 and at Post Offices nationwide.

The stamp was dedicated in Louisville during the American Philatelic Society’s AmeriStamp Expo at the Kentucky International Convention Center.

The Wedding Cake stamp, introduced in 2009 and sold at the two-ounce price, accommodates the heavier weight of an invitation, as well as other mailings such as oversize cards or small gifts that require extra postage. The stamp art features a photograph taken by Renée Comet of Washington, DC, of a three-tier wedding cake topped with white flowers. The cake was created and designed by pastry chef Peter Brett of Washington, DC. Art director Ethel Kessler of Bethesda, MD, designed the stamp.

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Tomorrow 12/12/12 is the Last Consecutive Number Sequence Date to Marry this Century

Tomorrow is 12/12/12 and it is the last of the popular consecutive date sequences, like 10/10/10 and 11/11/11, to come around for the next 1,000 years! Many people consider it lucky to be alive during these years, and even more consider it lucky to fall in love and get married on one of these iconic dates.

According to the sixth annual survey from David’s Bridal, “What’s on Brides’ Minds,” an estimated 43% of brides have considered planning their wedding on an iconic wedding date such as this. Many brides feel that the consecutive dates bring luck to marriage... some just think it is a great way to ensure their husbands will remember their anniversary! Earlier this year on 10/11/12, thousands of couples were married. David’s Bridal estimates that more than 7,500 brides will marry on 12/12/12 compared to 485 on 12/12/11—a 1446% increase over the prior year.  Regardless of the fact that 12/12/12 falls mid-week, on a Wednesday, thousands are still choosing marry on this iconic date.

Dawn, an Atlanta area bride, is getting married on 12-12-12 because she loves the number and thought it would be fun especially since they have been together for 12 years! They are going to Vegas for the wedding and hoping that the 12-12-12 number will bring them extra luck.

Are you getting married tomorrow?  Or, did you get married on one of the popular consecutive date sequence dates?  Share your story with us!

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Enzoani Debuts 2013 Collection with Short Film and Contest

Enzoani, a premier women’s bridal and couture fashion house, released its short film, Timeless,today.  The film debuts the 2013 Enzoani Collections and is shot with the same technology used in films such as The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo and Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit.

“The video follows a young woman through several stages of her life from the early stages of budding femininity, culminating into the elegance of an Enzoani bride,” says Enzoani VP of Marketing Justin Nguyen. Her transition is complemented with a musical score produced by composer Giona Ostinelli, known for his work in projects such as Perdition, The Campaign and NBC’S show Community.

The commercial is entirely shot in Ultra HD 4K RED Epic technology. Enzoani is one of the first in the bridal industry to use this technology for commercial use. Nguyen explains, “We pride ourselves for our impeccable quality and fast designs…it was only natural that we would produce Timeless with the highest quality of film technology available.”

To celebrate the release of Timeless, Enzoani is hosting a month long contest running from December 10, 2012 to January 10, 2013 where one randomly selected winner will get to choose a dream gown up to $3,000 value. To enter the contest, visit the following page: http://enzoani.com/timeless/ and click on the Sweepstakes link below the video.

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Fragrant Details for Your Big Day

Recently I received a sample of Loo~Pourri, a preemptive bathroom spray made with Grapefruit & Vetiver Natural Essential Oils creates a barrier to potential bathroom odor. The blend of Essential Oils creates a protective film on the surface of the water effectively eliminating any odor before it even begins. It really does smell very nice and the bottle is pretty enough to leave out. I am using it in my guest bathroom in my house. 

I have been to plenty wedding venues that did not have any type of spray or scent for the bathrooms and I think this would be an elegant touch to any wedding or event!  It is also a great idea for your bridal suite to keep the atmosphere fresh.  I checked the price online and it is only $9.95 for a bottle that gets about 100 uses!  And like I mentioned before, the bottle is pretty and has a little bling on it!

Don't forget this detail!  Click here to buy Loo~Pourri for your big day!

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Jersey Brides Premieres Tomorrow Night on TLC

What happens when Jersey Shore meets Say Yes to the Dress? On Thursday, November 15 at 10 PM ET/PT, TLC will premiere two, back-to-back specials of JERSEY BRIDES.

Go bling or go home – that’s the mantra for the typical Jersey bride in this Paramus boutique. Sisters Joyce and Julie Jou, owners of Bijou Bridal, must face these demanding, over-the-top brides as they search for the perfect wedding dress. White, lacey and sophisticated just doesn’t cut it – these brides want to be bedazzled and the center of all attention. Rhinestones, glitter, huge skirts and rolls of taffeta are the only things that can please these large-than-life ladies as they stick to tradition and never settle for being anything less than happy and fabulous on their big days.

See also: New Jersey Weddings

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DIY Weddings: Say I Do to Making Your Wedding Day Beautiful With Less Effort

For those of you who are serious DIY Brides, check out the DESIGNER RUBY DeLuxe™ sewing and embroidery machine that was recently launched by HUSQVARNA VIKING®. It is tailor-made to help with wedding-related projects! The Ruby can be used for bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, ring pillows, accessories, hair adornments, etc.

Happy Sewing!

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Oscar Award Winning Bridal Looks from David's Bridal

Last night's Oscars red carpet captivated everyone with stunning show-stopping looks on the biggest runway in Hollywood. If you would like to steal the Oscar look of one of your favorite stars without breaking the bank, consider these award-winning formalwear lookalikes from David's Bridal...

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See also: Bridal Stores

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New Marketplace for Handmade Personalized Wedding Inspiration

Earlier this week, TheWeddingMile.com, an online marketplace for handcrafted and vintage weddings, announced the official launch of the company’s marketplace for buying and selling custom handcrafted goods for wedding and bridal events. Created for both buyers and sellers, the virtual storefront is super cute and provides tons of Pinterest like inspiration for weddings.

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Before You Pop The Question This Valentine's Day

If you are planning to pop the question tomorrow or this weekend in honor of Valentine's Day, take a look at these stats from David’s Bridal’s “What’s On Brides’ Minds Survey” … before people pop the question!

 
• More than half of brides (57%) would change something about their engagement ring if they could, with the biggest gripe being wanting a bigger stone (19%).
 
   
• Despite this, only 36% actually would go through with upgrading!
 

 
• Grooms need to keep their proposals more personal … bucking the seemingly popular trend of over the top, You Tube-friendly proposals, most brides actually prefer something much more low key

 
   
• 80% would scoff at a public Facebook proposal
   
• 63% wouldn’t say yes to their beau proposing on a Jumbotron
   
• 57% of brides would say no to the ever-popular flash mob proposal!
 

 
• With Valentine’s Day being proposal central, it’s interesting to know that nearly a third of newlyweds actually embellish their engagement story to make it sound better. So, choose wisely when proposing guys!

Thanks to David's Bridal for sharing these stats with us!

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WaterColor Inn & Resort, Blending the Hues of Romance

Architecture and ocean blend the first hues of romance at  the WaterColor Inn & Resort in Florida’s  pristine area known as South Walton. Tucked between Destin and Seaside,  on Scenic Highway  30-A, this intimate 60-room Inn is the  inspiration of David Rockwell, a previous winner of Interiors magazine’s Designer of the Year. The Four Diamond AAA  rated retreat has...

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Wedding Cake Stamp Available Again for Wedding Invitations

The Postal Service reissued the Wedding Cake stamp today in a 66-cent version to accommodate the 1-cent price change that goes into effect Jan. 27.

Available in panes of 20, customers may purchase the stamps at usps.com/stamps, by phone at 800-STAMP24 and at Post Offices nationwide.

The stamp was dedicated in Louisville during the American Philatelic Society’s AmeriStamp Expo at the Kentucky International Convention Center.

The Wedding Cake stamp, introduced in 2009 and sold at the two-ounce price, accommodates the heavier weight of an invitation, as well as other mailings such as oversize cards or small gifts that require extra postage. The stamp art features a photograph taken by Renée Comet of Washington, DC, of a three-tier wedding cake topped with white flowers. The cake was created and designed by pastry chef Peter Brett of Washington, DC. Art director Ethel Kessler of Bethesda, MD, designed the stamp.

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