1. GIVE YOU HONEST (but gentle)opinions as you try on dresses.
2. WEEP (along with your mom) when you finally emerge from the dressing room wearing "THE ONE."
3. CREATE a "tasteful" bachelorette party wardrobe for you.
4. OFFER to do your hair and makeup on your wedding day.
5. STUFF 167 candy-flavor bags without complaining or eating one single m&m.
6. RECORD GIFTS at your bridal shower (in legible writing.)
7. RUN OUT to pick up last minute items on the wedding day.
8. CALL YOU OUT for bad bridezilla behavior.
9. LEND YOU a shoulder to cry on when the stress gets to be too much.
10. SPEND THE NIGHT before the wedding at your place to talk, laugh, and calm your nerves.
11. DECORATE the outdoor reception venue in scorching afternoon heat (minus whining.)
12. START DANCING to get the reception crowd up.
13. GIVE YOUR MOM special attention at the wedding- it's her day, too.
14. DEAL WITH THE DJ the second he starts spinning "LOVE SHACK, which she knows is song number one on your "don't play EVER list."
15. TEXT YOU post honeymoon for drinks on Thursday night.. like always!
XOXO HAPPY WEDDING PLANNING!
Monday, July 11, 2011
Friday, July 1, 2011
JULY SEMI-ANNUAL WHITE SALE!
Summer is in full swing & so are the sales!
Shop our collection of bridal gowns up to 75% off!
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to get the
gown of your dreams at an incredible price.
Although the semi-annual sale will last the entire month of July,
please keep in mind that all sample sale gowns are first-come, first-serve! Hurry in for best selection! Happy Wedding Planning!
XOXO
Thursday, June 30, 2011
20 Surefire Ways To De-Stress
In the midst of planning a wedding and feeling stressed? Here are 20 ways to kick the stress to the curb!
1. Stretch and yawn
2. Organize your sock drawer
3. Blow bubbles
4. Jump rope
5. Check things off a list
6. Go get a pedicure
7. Dance like crazy in your living room
8. Count backward from 100
9. Head out for a hike or jog
10. Inhale a calming scent, like lavender
11. Play air guitar
12. Try out a new recipe
13. Go for a drive with the windows open and the music up
14. Finger paint
15. Scream into a pillow
16. Pet a dog or cat
17. Chew gum
18. Sing show tunes
19. Go shopping (dangerous, but always brightens my day!)
20. Exercise
Happy Wedding Planning! XOXO
Thursday, June 23, 2011
*NEW* Princesita de Vizcaya Collection
Mori Lee by Madeline Gardner proudly introduces Princesita de Vizcaya, its newest collection of ball gowns created for little girls, designed to complement Mori lee’s Vizcaya Collection. These fabulous gowns are perfect for a young girl's pageant, homecoming or special birthday party! What little sister doesn't want to look just as stunning as their older sister? Each dress in this collection is embellished with whimsical touches of youthful innocence like delicate flowers, pearls, and crystals. Your little girl will look adorable and feel special in these affordable dresses from Always & Forever! *In Stock Now!*
Thursday, June 2, 2011
YOUR ENGAGED! What next?!
Congratulations, YOU'RE ENGAGED!!!
1. Announce your engagement. Send out engagement announcements, call all of your friends, send email blasts…do whatever you want! Tell the world to prepare for the most fabulous bride of all, because you’re getting married! *Right Away!
2. Pick a date! If you want to get married in the fall, consider your favorite college football team’s schedule. If you’d like getting married in the summer, consider the possible occurrence of a heat stroke—well, maybe not a heat stroke, but do consider the weather! Once all things are considered, finalize this date and either {and in my most firm opinion- go with choice A} A. Book a wedding planner or B. Make a list of options for venues! *8-10 months in advance
3. Decide on attendants. After your venue is chosen, it will be easier to decide exactly how many attendants you would like to have! Make sure the amount of attendants will compliment the amount of space in which your ceremony will take place.
4. Gown Shopping. The BEST part of your engagement! Decide who is MOST important to you and schedule a bridal appointment. I don’t suggest bringing 7 of your closest friends + Mom + the Grandmas + your Sister. If you can, bring your mom and someone else that has an opinion that is important to you! {Closest friends come later during the bridesmaid dress hunt!}
5. Pick a Dress! Once you’ve found “the one” go ahead and order it! Most boutiques require half down payment at time of order and then the balance is due when the dress comes in. *8-10 months in advance
1. Announce your engagement. Send out engagement announcements, call all of your friends, send email blasts…do whatever you want! Tell the world to prepare for the most fabulous bride of all, because you’re getting married! *Right Away!
2. Pick a date! If you want to get married in the fall, consider your favorite college football team’s schedule. If you’d like getting married in the summer, consider the possible occurrence of a heat stroke—well, maybe not a heat stroke, but do consider the weather! Once all things are considered, finalize this date and either {and in my most firm opinion- go with choice A} A. Book a wedding planner or B. Make a list of options for venues! *8-10 months in advance
3. Decide on attendants. After your venue is chosen, it will be easier to decide exactly how many attendants you would like to have! Make sure the amount of attendants will compliment the amount of space in which your ceremony will take place.
4. Gown Shopping. The BEST part of your engagement! Decide who is MOST important to you and schedule a bridal appointment. I don’t suggest bringing 7 of your closest friends + Mom + the Grandmas + your Sister. If you can, bring your mom and someone else that has an opinion that is important to you! {Closest friends come later during the bridesmaid dress hunt!}
5. Pick a Dress! Once you’ve found “the one” go ahead and order it! Most boutiques require half down payment at time of order and then the balance is due when the dress comes in. *8-10 months in advance
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
American Idol Contestant: Lauren Alaina
Lauren Alaina, our personal pick for American Idol has looked absolutely STUNNING this season in her Sherri Hill, Jovani, and LaFemme dresses!
This is a beautiful gown by the one and only Sherri Hill! Style #2424 No other designer crafts dresses quite like Sherri. Love the color on Lauren. *GLOWING*
Bold color and shimmer blend to create the Sherri Hill 2545. This aqua gown features a strapless, sweetheart-shaped neckline and a flowy Chiffon skirt. The entire top portion is covered in aqua sequins that cascade onto the skirt and fade out. A belt of chunky clear jewels emphasizes her waist and draws eyes to the smallest part of her body. Great for a pageant, the Sherri Hill 2545 sparkles and flows gracefully across the stage!
Another Sherri Hill, #1403 is a knockout dress fit for a rock princess! The stonework on this one is incredible. Featured in nude/silver, this darlin' dress has been seen on other celebrities too like Selena Gomez and Shea Fisher.
Sexy, cocktail style #B199 by Jovani with a sweetheart, strapless neckline and sequined zebra bodice, dropped waistline. The short skirt is a-line shape in layers of tulle. Precious!
Lauren sparkled in LaFemme 16813, a cute, embellished short dress with a layered chiffon skirt. This dress suits Lauren’s sprightly Southern charm!
Get all of Lauren’s looks at Always & Forever! XOXO
This is a beautiful gown by the one and only Sherri Hill! Style #2424 No other designer crafts dresses quite like Sherri. Love the color on Lauren. *GLOWING*
Bold color and shimmer blend to create the Sherri Hill 2545. This aqua gown features a strapless, sweetheart-shaped neckline and a flowy Chiffon skirt. The entire top portion is covered in aqua sequins that cascade onto the skirt and fade out. A belt of chunky clear jewels emphasizes her waist and draws eyes to the smallest part of her body. Great for a pageant, the Sherri Hill 2545 sparkles and flows gracefully across the stage!
Another Sherri Hill, #1403 is a knockout dress fit for a rock princess! The stonework on this one is incredible. Featured in nude/silver, this darlin' dress has been seen on other celebrities too like Selena Gomez and Shea Fisher.
Sexy, cocktail style #B199 by Jovani with a sweetheart, strapless neckline and sequined zebra bodice, dropped waistline. The short skirt is a-line shape in layers of tulle. Precious!
Lauren sparkled in LaFemme 16813, a cute, embellished short dress with a layered chiffon skirt. This dress suits Lauren’s sprightly Southern charm!
Get all of Lauren’s looks at Always & Forever! XOXO
Monday, May 23, 2011
Celebrity Wedding: Miranda Lambert
Miranda Lambert wore her "something old" during her ceremony earlier this month when she married fellow country star, Blake Shelton. She paired custom Casadei cowboy boots and a fabulous, flirty headpiece with her mother's slim,and flowy spaghetti strapped ivory silk gown.
"My parents have been married for 33 years, so this dress is already a good-luck charm," the bride tells the new issue of Us Weekly (on stands now).
In true celebrity fashion, the bride changed into Priscilla of Boston's "Drew" from the Vineyard collection for the reception. The ivory, short strapless has vertical bodice seaming and a draped bust line finished off with a super fun tulle hem. Perfect for a "boot scooting boogie" or two.
Paired with chunkier jewelry and the same headpiece, Miranda took her soft, romantic bridal ceremony style to a swingy, flirty reception feel with a simple wardrobe change.
Here are some other options for a second look for either the reception gown or a get-a-way dress from Always & Forever...
Mori Lee's 6716 with it's vintage feel and fun floral skirt. *SWOON*
Maggie Sottero's "Santorini" could not be more adorable. Lovely!
"My parents have been married for 33 years, so this dress is already a good-luck charm," the bride tells the new issue of Us Weekly (on stands now).
In true celebrity fashion, the bride changed into Priscilla of Boston's "Drew" from the Vineyard collection for the reception. The ivory, short strapless has vertical bodice seaming and a draped bust line finished off with a super fun tulle hem. Perfect for a "boot scooting boogie" or two.
Paired with chunkier jewelry and the same headpiece, Miranda took her soft, romantic bridal ceremony style to a swingy, flirty reception feel with a simple wardrobe change.
Here are some other options for a second look for either the reception gown or a get-a-way dress from Always & Forever...
Mori Lee's 6716 with it's vintage feel and fun floral skirt. *SWOON*
Maggie Sottero's "Santorini" could not be more adorable. Lovely!
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