What To Wear TO A To A Smmer Wedding

{ Tiffany LaBelle }

The wedding of the year just happened. Congratulations Taylor and Travis. Most of the celebrities in attendence had their own stylists helping them with their looks. If you have a Summer wedding coming up, I hope to inspire you with this post.  Do honor the couple by dressing up.  Your reward for doing so is all the cake and champagne you can eat and drink, and a chance to show off those dance moves! These looks are priced from $148 and $2000.

The Nymeria Gown

A true work of art! It doesn't get any more special than this! $1398

Cult Gaia

Nelsa Elaj Peplum Gown

A made to order gown that is just stunning! Love the peplum, the pleats, and the mermaid  length train. Formal and fabulous! $950

Doors NYC

Elliat Varella Halter Gown

The color of Gigi Hadid's gown at Taylor's wedding. $308

Anthropologie

The Magnolia Dress

Invited to a garden party wedding? This is perfection. $475

Sachin & Babi

PatBo Lotus Maxi

Let's hear it for those long sleeves! A pretty print with beautiful lines.  $775

FWRD

Eris Bow Gown

Black and white is always right for a formal affair. Filled with girly girl energy. $148

Lulus

Cove Strapless Dress
Featuring embroidery on silk, this cocktail dress  is cool in celedon green. $490
Posse

Cape Detail Dress
For us girls who want arm coverage. It's softly glam. $319

ASOS

Staud Auden Dress
Float into the wedding and leave with more than an illusion of elegance. $550

Shopbop

Cutout Lace Palazzo Pants & Top

Pretty and ready to party. Each piece sold separately. 

Natori

Marcella Monroe Dress

I love this dress. One shoulder is always an alluring look. This dress could be worn in any season. It's on sale for $182
Bloomingdale's

Drapey Off The Shoulder Gown
The girl in the red dress always has a good time! But this style also comes in black.

$299

Karen Millen

Lucine Cotton Dress
Because it's cotton, this dress can be worn day or night. Maybe not a black tie affair though. It's so stylish and sophisticated. $570

Ulla Johnson

Lace Up Long Dress

Part of their Met Collection.  It truly is one of the most beautiful dresses, I have ever seen. It's really ethereal....and expensive! $2,000

Camilla

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Feeling Fancy For Under $500

The Red Carpet designer looks at the Oscars cost tens of thousands of dollars. Most of our own budgets are a bit less than that for special occasions. So I challenged myself to find ten fabulous fancy frocks at the more affordable price point of under $500. Who will you be wearing?

Asymmetrical Turtleneck Midi Dress
Loving the sheer details of this dress. The high low length is also an added style bonus. Best of all is the price. Only $228
BCBGMAXAZRIA

Lake Studio Lame Dress
Cut from exquisite fabric, this frock is the ultimate cocktail dress. Add a leather jacket to edge it up. It has been reduced by 70% and now only $230.
Moda Operandi

The Shindig Dress
Modern and sophisticated, this look can take you from day to night. $374.99
Trina Turk

Peyton Blouse
Pair this blouse with anything black in your wardrobe or wear it tone on tone as shown. On sale for $445.
Sachin & Babi

Bec & Bridge Midi
Whenever I see a long sleeve dressy dress, it is cause for celebration. The shade of peppermint is pretty, and the asymmetrical hem 
is alluring. $290
Shopbop

Kay Unger
 Dramatic and dreamy. Perfect for those who do not like to bare their arms, the sheer cape adds a soft focus illusion. $298
Neiman Marcus

Self Portrait Liliana Dress
Both sweet and sassy, this peek-a-boo dress looks fresh for Spring. $490
Shopbop

Sequin One Shoulder Dress
Did you notice all of the one shoulder dresses at the oscars? It's a big trend this season. The knit fabrication gives you day or evening wearable options. $385
Farm Rio

 The Larissa

Available in black and a deep green, this dress brings the drama. Those sleeves are everything. $299
Fame & Partners

Galvan Halter Dress
Shimmering with metallic sequins, this gorgeous gown is a beautiful buy! Was $1,595 and now $479.
Moda Operandi. 



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Wedding Wednesday: Looks For The Mothers Of The Bride & Groom

{ Via: Alison B Illustrations }

Last week, my dear friend, Mollie, and I went dress shopping for her son's June wedding. We had the best time, and found the PERFECT dress in 27 minutes. Can you imagine that? Our trick was to find the dress that was most like her. There were three, and she picked the absolute best one.  That's my style advice for this shopping task. Buy what speaks to you, and makes you feel like the best version of yourself. If you are the mother of the groom, ask the bride's mother what she is wearing.  And finally, pick a complimentary color and style to the wedding party. You certainly want to compliment, not clash. This edit features something for every type of wedding, at all price points.

Navy Silk Taffeta Gown

Conservatively chic with a youthful bubble hemline. It's styled perfectly with the pretty pink clutch. 

Oscar De La Renta

Self Portrait Midi

The midi dress is the length of the season. Crafted from crepe that will be light as a feather. The lace detailing adds the femininity. So lovely.

Shopbop

Raquel Dinitz Hannah Dress

Ladies, our shoulders never age. You can wear this off the shoulder dress. My own sweet 82 year old Mother wore an exceptional maxi evening suit with off the shoulders to her granddaughter's wedding. She looked fabulous! This dress is so wonderful. perfect for a garden wedding, too.

Barney's New York

Floral Flutter Sleeve Dress

No wall flower you! A pretty piece for Spring and Summer. Available in regular and plus sizes, too. Less than $300.

Adrianna Papell

Costarellos Crystal Beaded Gown
The details of this gown are delicious. The statement sleeves are so on trend. For per-order at...
Moda Operandi

David Meister Embroidered Dress
With marvelous metallic embroidery, this is a statement dress. It is quite gorgeous, and now on sale for less than $350, but has 
limited sizes.
Neiman Marcus

Theia Couture Jacquard Sheath

A cocktail sheath that will take you everywhere, especially your child's wedding. It's so sophisticated with an
 opulent print.
Saks Fifth Avenue

Temperley London Starlet Dress

Apologies for the bad photo.  If I had to pick just one, this is the dress. Please trust me that this image does not do it justice. If interested, do click and see it shimmer and shine on the runway. WOW!
Matches Fashion

Marchesa Notte Lace Dress
The girl in red always has a good time! This tea length lace dress is just so lovely and lively.
Shopbop

Taffeta Shirt Dress

Designed by Ricki Freeman for Teri Jon, this dress is wonderfully sophisticated. Love the French Cuffs, and shirt dress look. Best yet, it has pockets! And as you know, black and white is always right.

Neiman Marcus

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Spring Trend: A Change Of Lace

Wedding Wednesday: Down The Aisle With Alternative Style

(Via Inslee Designs)

Do you enjoy shows like "Say Yes To the Dress?"  I enjoy watching the process of gown shopping. I have to say, however, I have yet to see a dress that I would have worn or can see my daughter wearing.  Of course, the traditional wedding gown can be gorgeous for some. But if you don't dream about looking like a princess, can't imagine wearing a veil, prefer couture to bridal style, or are having a small private affair, there are alternatives.  Wear what makes you feel the best version of yourself on your special day. 

Here's How To Get Down The Aisle In Alternative Style

Vera Wang
Even Vera realizes that brides come in all sizes and types. These are for a girl with an edge. From her Spring 2014 Collection.
Vera Wang

Claire Pettibone

Casablanca

Floral lace mini with flowing chiffon panels and re-embroidered lace appliqués. From one of my favorite wedding gown designers. Modern, sexy and ethereal.

Claire Pettibone

Merrie's White Victorian

I wore a hat for my own wedding. It is so much fun to be different. I love the unexpected, such as this dramatic back. Sold only at
Free People

Theia - Spring 2015
Haven Sleeveless Silver Floral Jacquard and Tulle Crop Top Ball Gown. For the very trendy bride!
Theia 

Elie Saab
This white haute jumpsuit proves that you can wear Chantilly lace and not be dressed traditionally.  
Neiman Marcus

Debbie's Limited Edition Dress

You'll be the "something blue" in this chic crochet and lace dress. Perfect for a Las Vegas wedding!

Free People

Claire Pettibone Robyn

Toile cotton pencil skirt with lace bodice and tulle overlay with satin sash. One of the best short gowns I have seen.

Claire Pettibone

Oscar de la Renta 
Bow Gown
Every bit as dressy as a traditional gown, sans a veil. I would add gold shoes and a touch of gold in my hair. Gorgeous!
Oscar de la Renta

Temperley London
Avalia Dress
Channel your inner Audrey Hepburn with this sophisticated sheath. Don't you love the gloves with it?
Temperley London

Claire Pettibone Raven
I was the brave soul that wore a black floral dress to the Senior Prom. So why wouldn't I walk down the aisle in this beauty? Black tulle embroidered with pink and red roses over silver sequins and pearl silk with long train. And for the less adventurous bride, it comes in ivory.
Claire Pettibone

Lanvin Embellished
Duchesse-Satin Dress
Fluffy with frou frou, this fab frock is perfect for the girl who just wants to have some fun!
Net-a-Porter

Temperley London Catroux Dress
Perhaps my favorite of this edit.  I love the sculptured twists and turns of this strikingly sheer dress.
Shop Bop

ML MONIQUE LHUILLIER
Right On Key Gown
With a look this fabulous, "alternative" is awesome! This is a great pick if you are getting married in a hurry. It is a rental! Once you see the details of the rented and the original price, you just might be sold on the idea.
Rent The Runway

Monique Lhuillier Paige Skirt

Now this is unique! If you just don't wear dresses, this is your answer for your special day.

Shop Bop

Miguelina Lilly Dress
Cotton lace creates a sophisticated dress with a vintage vibe.  So perfect for a morning or afternoon wedding. 
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