We're Getting Married!

He Asked and You Said Yes!

Well Here it is... 

A new year approaching so quickly. Where did the time go? 

So many memories and new ones to build. Enjoy this journey before the wedding day. 

Remember these 5 tips because the engagement should be just as fun as the wedding day. 

Getting engaged is undoubtedly a blissful time and memory for couples, but many couples can get overwhelmed by the wedding checklists and all of the decisions that they have to make in the months to come. We wanted to highlight a few tips from our experience working with other couples and from having the pleasure of walking the aisle. Not to mention, we have learned in working with other brides to be; in a short note, they to felt challenged by the planning process. You're not alone. 

Tip #1. Embrace each moment together!

So many couples rush into planning mode right away without taking the time to jut enjoy the engagement. Regardless of whether you are planning a 12-week or a 12-month engagement, you have time, and you only get to experience this once. So breathe.

Tip #2. It's realist to set a few boundaries.

Who wants to be overwhelmed? When you do start the planning process, it is important that you have a sit-down with all parties involved and go over the big picture that you have in mind; from everyone's responsibility to budget. Note: Communication and Organization are essential. Not only does this help everyone get on the same page, but it also avoids future conflicts.

Tip #3. It’s all about the two of you. And that's okay! 

Too many couples that I speak with say they lose sight of this and get wrapped up in trying to make everyone else happy but themselves. Remember this is your wedding. As harsh as it may sound, you have to come to terms with the fact that you are not going to please everyone. But that's okay because you have set the boundaries.

Tip #4. Where's that checklist!?! Prioritize.

Budget or no budget; make your checklist and prioritize it with whats most important to you.

Tip #5. Snap Away! Photographs are memories to last a lifetime.

Photos, photos, and more photos. That's right! Choose a photographer that is able to capture your day. Hire a professional not a friend. You'll find it very helpful to take engagement photos before the big day so that the photographer gets a sense of you as a couple. 

SIZZLING STYLES FOR OUR THE ENTIRE BRIDAL PARTY

New Collections Added to Our Spring Edition by Alexia Designs

Spring is on the way and so are new spring styles! We all know that brides love to look stunning on their wedding. But who's to think that bridesmaids don't have that same thought? Without upstaging the bride of course.

Our intimate boutique offers a wide selection of bridesmaid dresses that offer elegance, value and fashion. We are delighted to offer our signature collection by Alexia Designs. Their designs have received much recognition, attention and awards. We were excited to release to you our fall collections. We are even more estactic to share new styles added to the spring edition!

Alexia Designs defines attractive, luxurious, elegance, extraordinary, irresistible and affordable. Shop the different collections of Alexia Designs. Every wedding should have its unique touch! That's why our intimate boutique only offers the best.

See Our Sneak Peak Below and Schedule your bridal party appointment today!

2014 FALL COLLECTION BY ALEXIA

Unveiling Our Fall Collections by Alexia Designs

Well, well, well! We all know that brides love to look stunning on their wedding. But who's to think that bridesmaids don't have that same thought? Without upstaging the bride of course.

Our intimate boutique offers a wide selection of bridesmaid dresses that offer elegance, value and fashion. We are delighted to offer our signature collection by Alexia Designs. Their designs have received much recognition, attention and awards. And we are excited to release to you their Fall Collection 2014!

Alexia Designs defines attractive, luxurious, elegance, extraordinary, irresistible and affordable. Shop the different collections of Alexia Designs. Every wedding should have its unique touch! That's why our intimate boutique only offers the best.

See Our Sneak Peak Below and Schedule your bridal party appointment today!



We're getting Married! OMG! What's Comes Next?

There are so many steps in the process of planning a wedding that is fun and smooth for you and your guests. Although, planning can be overwhelming at times; it can be fun too. Brides may experience everyone giving their advice, tips, desires and wishes from others, but ultimately, it is your day. 

You ask what comes next after the proposal? 

You got it! Set the date.

Once you have set the date; it is time to hire your wedding planner. No excuses, make sure you make this a part of the budget. After, you hire your planner, you'r Wedding To Do List can fall right in line with what comes next. There's no perfect time to hire your planner other than sooner than later. Most couples think you have to wait until 6-9 months; which is truly a misconception. There further in advance you hire; the more time you will have to pay for the consulting fees. Also, it will give your planner additional planning time and to ensure you are able to reserve top notch vendors. generally, couples can hire a wedding planner/ coordinator from 2 years or up to 2 months prior to the event. 

Here are some tips as to why organized planning helps the engagement time less stressful for you and the groom: 

1. Your Wedding Planner/ Coordinator - They book up fast. You may have to look at an alternate date because the date you selected is not available. Give yourself some flexibility by reserving your date as soon as you have decided as a couple. 

2. Booking the Venue/ Church - Venues and Ceremony locations book fast too. When booking your church banquet hall, or venue, the date you have chosen an already reserved date. Having an alternate date will help you and your planner in booking the venue you want. This notion does apply to other vendors, as well.

After you have booked your venue for the ceremony and reception; your wedding planner/ coordinator can ensure your to do list falls right in line with your wedding day.

 There's still much to be done, like hiring the:

3. Photographer 

4. Caterer

5. Videographer

6. Florist

7. Band or DJ Service

8. Cake

9. Transportation

10. Invitations 

11. Save-The-Date Announcements 

12. Wedding Dress 

13. Bridesmaids Dresses 

14. Decoration Rentals 

Your wedding planner/ coordinator is designer to take much of the stress of wedding preparations, so that you and your fiance can enjoy every bit of the wedding day.

CARLI + KYLE:: MARRIED: GREENSBORO, NC

Nelson Odell Wedding 

Thanks for sharing such an important day with Nuptials. A unique venue for an amazing wedding. We wish you many years of happiness. We hope your honeymoon will have the same lasting memories as the ceremony and reception. Carli, one word for the bride: breathtaking!

Venue: Greene Street Club 

Ceremony Music: Greyson Clifton

Accomodatons: Proximity Hotel

Photography: Glessner Photography

Wedding Coordinations: It's a Bridal Thing Too

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Pair it up! Gown and Shoe choices for every type of Bride!

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Happy 2011! 

I know we have been gone for awhile but, we were off enjoying the holiday season!  We're back now and ready to tackle a new year.


In this months post we are going to talk about how to "Pair it Up". Of course I am talking about dresses and shoes.

Taking a look at some of the Spring 2011 trends we have put together some dress and shoe pairings for four bride "types". 

Traditional

 Our traditional bride is longing for the lace, bows and taffeta. It's going to be white and if there's an accent color it's strictly pastel. Think Shelby in "Steel Magnolias".

Our Gown Choice:

This beautiful gown made by Bonny style #042 is a beautiful mix of what the traditional bride wants. A sweetheart bodice that leads down into a luxuriously full ball skirt. This dress is accented by beaded lace and a cathedral train.

 Our Shoe Choice:

Simple but elegant white satin shoe by Benjamin Walk, (makers of Liz Rene Couture, Touch Ups and Johnathan Kayne, and Dyeables). Perfect choice for a more traditional bride.

 Modern

Our Modern Bride is ready to hit the ground running. She has discussed, with her planner, the ways the wedding can be more "green" and has made sure that local produce will be used for the reception dinner. 

Our Gown Choice:

 This light and flowy gown by Bonny   style #048, is perfect for our modern bride.A wonderful mix of couture style and clean design.  This one shoulder dress drops down into an empire waist and then to an a-line skirt with cathedral train.

 Our Shoe Choice:  Another wonderful shoe by Benjamin Walk. Strappy but, not over the top with a beautiful symmetrical rhinestone accented diamond design.

 Funky

Be ready for anything that this Bride throws at you! She may be arriving atop and elephant with the local high school marching band providing fanfair. Or, you may be set on a city-wide scavenger hunt to find the reception location! You just never know. 

Our Gown Choice:   

It's the non-traditional color of this dress that appeals to our funky bride. This dress with its strapless bodice, dramatic pick-up skirt and semi-cathedral train it sure to help her make the entrance she is looking for!                                     

Our Shoe Choice:

This bootie, by Benjamin Walk, adds that bit rock and roll style our Funky Bride is looking for.

Destination 

She is ready to start the new adventure of married life with an adventure. She has her passport in hand at all times. She might not even make it to the reception, if she can convince her husband that that 8:00 pm flight to Spain is a better idea!

Our Gown Choice:  

              A perfect choice for that on the beach in Barbados wedding! This Bonny gown style #052 made from chiffon. Starts at a sweetheart neckline, flows into a beautiful flared skirt and has elegant lack up ties  in the back.  Accented with a simple rhinestone broach.                

Our Shoe Choice:

Don't be afraid to get this one wet! This jeweled jelly shoe from Benjamin Walk is perfect for that after vows walk in the surf!

We here at It's A Bridal Thing can make any of these, and many more choices, possible for your big day!

Feel free to take a look at our website at It's A Bridal Thing.com or give us a call at 704-893-0201 and see how we can make your big day special!

We hope you like our selections! Please let us know!

Get Great Ideas Online!

When you first meet your wedding planner, it's good to come with some general ideas about how you want your big day to look. Here are some websites we  here at It's A Bridal Thing think will help get you started!

Want to see how Jessica Alba, Carrie Underwood or Gwen Stefani  looked on their big day? Take a look at In Style Weddings. They have their Best Dressed Celebrity Brides list which includes people like Elizabeth Taylor, Princess Diana and Katie Holmes. They also have great galleries of wedding cakes and  floral arrangements organized by color!

 The Brides.com Idea Gallery is another great resource! In addition to having wedding cake and floral galleries, they have galleries for  Stationary and Invitations, Wedding Favors and Food and Drinks!


A Wedding Sketchbook is a blog by Michelle Mospens. She details her thoughts on unique wedding invitation ideas, how to make the most out of an engagement photo shoot and backyard wedding reception ideas. Our favorite part of her site is her Wedding Color Trends for 2011 Part 1 and Part 2. Some of Michelle's picks for 2011 wedding colors? Amazon Green, Oyster Gray, Mauve, Celadon, Violet Purple and Clementine Orange!


Want something to help you put all of these ideas together for when you meet with your planner? Try The Knot.Com's Wedding Inspiration Boards. All you do is choose the template you like best, add images(either from The Knot's website or your own photos) and save and share. Tons better than Post-It-Notes in all of those bridal magazines you've bought!




Here are a few non-planning websites that we want to share.

My Wedding.com allows you to make a wedding website, with all the bells and whistles for FREE. They offer beautiful design templates, photo galleries and you can even add music!

Need a laugh to relieve wedding stress? Check out And The Bride Wore... . Hilarious site that covers fashion mishaps from wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses and even tuxedos. 

As always, we here at It's A Bridal Thing are here for all of your wedding planning needs! We cover everything from gowns, tuxedos, flowers and invitations! Call us at 704-893-0201 and let us give your big day a beautiful touch.

Be Jeweled for your Big Day!

Finding wedding day jewelry can be as difficult as finding a great gown.

You want that perfect match between beautiful and classy, unique and elegant. The choices that are available between the internet, mall jewelry chains and hometown jewelry stores can be overwhelming.But, finding that perfect piece can make the digging worthwhile.

If you are really wanting that one of a kind piece to round out your wedding day wardrobe try Etsy.com  .

There are thousands of handmade, unique designs that would be perfect for your big day! Not only that but, some of the Etsy artisans are willing to create custom pieces based on your wedding colors or just your personal preferences!

We have gone through the Etsy site and pulled out a few of their incredible artists for you to look at. Enjoy!

Just a reminder to take a look at our great coupon at Merchant Circle.com! And become friends with us on Facebook and Twitter!

 Alexia Ruzoa's(http://alexiaruzoa.etsy.com) beautiful designs are earthy, funky but, very classic. Her use of natural gemstones along with  brass links, in various finishes, creates a great look for a more edgy bride.

Alexia Ruzoa-Histoire D'amour Necklace and Earring set with freshwater pearls, glass pearls and crystals. $89.00

Alexia Ruzoa-Pink Flower Necklace and Earrings Set with pink and fuschia glass pearls and burgundy crystals. $ 26.00

Alexia Ruzoa-Giardino Verdi Necklace and Earrings Set with pastel and forest green glass pearls and lime crystals $48.00

Jewelry by Roz(http://jewelrybyroz.etsy.com) these creations will give you that something blue in an elegant and beautiful way.  

Jewelry By Roz White Glass Swarovski Crystal Dangle Necklace with grey and sapphire blue swarovski  crystals. $36.00

Jewelry By Roz-Textured Loop with Blue Swarovski Crystals. Sterling silver textured loop with Sapphire blue swarovski crystals and white beads. $28.00

Fine Art Reflections(http://fineartreflections.etsy.com) has classic Victorian and nature inspired designs. Perfect for traditional and non-traditional brides!

Fine Art Reflections-White Pearl Branch Bracelet.Nature inspired bracelet with branch centerpiece, frosted white lucite leaf and   Swarovski creme pearls. $21.00

Fine Art Reflections-Victorian Silver and Pearl Earrings. Antique silver earrings with Swarovski pearls and silver filigree diamonds. $19.00

                                              

Fine Art Reflections-Antiqued Silver Ivory White Pearl Necklace with sterling silver art nouveau pendant accented with Swarovski ivory pearls. $26.00

DDurda's designs(http://ddurda.etsy.com)are full of bling!

Tons of gorgeous designs with Swarovski and rock crystal beads. Perfect for the high glamor bride.

DDurda Pure Heart Necklace with Swarovski crystals and Bali Sterling Silver Beads. $105.00

DDurda-Crystal Clear Bracelet with Swarovski crystals and sterling silver beads. $42.00

       

DDurda-Large Rock Crystal Quartz and Sterling Silver Earrings. $25.00   

                                          

Get that look for less!

We are gearing up for the Fall/Winter season here at It's A Bridal Thing!

Picking your gown can often be the best and most overwhelming part of planning for your big day. You spend hours gawking over the Vera Wang, Monique Lhuiller and Amsale gowns. All the ruffles, all the lace and ALL THAT MONEY!

Don’t worry! The experts at It’s A Bridal Thing are at your service.

We have taken a look at some Bridal Couture collections for Spring 2011 and found some comparable gowns made by Bonny.

These gowns still have all the glam without breaking the bank. Even better they are all available to be ordered here at It's A Bridal Thing!

Let us help you make your walk down the aisle, like a walk down the runway.

On the left are the couture gowns from Monique Lhuiller, Priscilla of Boston, Vera Wang and Amsale, respectively. On the right are the goregous pairings by Bonny.

Make It a Special Bouquet for a Special Day

A Bride's Bouquet

A bridal bouquet is an important element of the bride's wardrobe and should be crafted with special attention. Select the bouquet by determining what colors and shape is most attractive for you. Keeping in mind that the bouquet should be carried low enough so that all the intricate details of your gown are enhanced and complimented. Options: Creative and skilled floral designers are able to produce many sizes, shapes and styles of bouquets; while there are assortments of colors to choose Popular styles for bouquets are the cascade, cluster, contemporary and hand-tied garden bouquets.



The traditional bridal bouquet is made up of white flowers. Stephanotis, gardenias, white roses, orchids and lilies of the valley are popular choices for an all-white bouquet. If you prefer a colorful bouquet, you may want to consider using roses, tulips, stock, peonies, freesia, and gerbera, which come in a wide variety of colors. Using scented flowers in your bouquet will evoke memories of your wedding day whenever you smell them in the future. Popular fragrant flowers for bouquets are gardenias, freesia, stephanotis, bouvardia, and narcissus. For any flower selection; it's a great idea to research their season and assure its availability.

For floral ideas and tips, visit www.ncfloraldesigns.com

Bridesmaids can have the look too!

Brides want to look absolutely stunning on their wedding day. Who's to say that bridesmaids wouldn't like to have their own glow too?

It's a Bridal Thing! has a wide selection of bridesmaid dresses that offer elegance, value and fashion. We are delighted to offer our signature collection by Alexia Designs. Their designs have received much recognition and awards which highlight their talents for outfitting bridesmaids all across the country.

Alexia Designs defines attractive, luxurious, elegance, extraordinary, irresistible and affordable. Shop the different collections of Alexia Designs right at your fingertips www.alexiadesigns.com Every wedding should have its unique touch! That's why our intimate boutique only offers the best.

Our boutique has many styles and colors available to fit the theme for any wedding. Come on in and bring the bridesmaids along! Appointments available at www.itsabridalthing.com Contact us page.

Fresh ideas, New Trends and a Fabulous Team

Happy New Year Brides and Grooms! Wow 2010... We've come into a new decade.

For us, it's a time a bliss. We have fresh ideas, new trends to display and a fabulous team to bring it to the spotlight.

The wedding industry has grown tremendously. And we find ourselves appreciating the vintage styles of past more so now; then we did years ago. That's why our bridal store has inventory to fit any bride, any theme, and any season.

Your wedding date will approach quickly. Do yourself a favor and allow our professionals to help you with the various items on your checklist. We've made it easy for you- it can be done all in one spot! Hire your wedding planner, design the theme to your venue, select your wedding dress, create your floral arrangements, and custom design your wedding invitations- and color coordinate his tuxedo.

What more could a bride ask for?

Shopping for a Perfect Wedding Dress?

Selecting your wedding gown involves more than just picking out the best design that you think you've ever seen. Before you confuse your mind with unweighted details such as designers, size, label, etc. Window shop until you drop! Ask yourself several pertinent questions, such as your needs, requirements and your expectations.

A wedding gown should constitute a small portion of your total budget. The money allocated to this purchase should be spent wisely. For example, a gown designed specifically for you is going to be more expensive than a gown purchased off the rack in a bridal boutique. Depending on its style, design, and fabric, gowns range from an affordable price point to those that would cost as much as the budget for the entire wedding. It is always a sound and practical move to have an estimated budget before you approve a design or make a purchase.

"Eight tips to remember when your shopping for your wedding dress: (1) Money Matters, (2) Style and Comfort Should Work Together, (3) Find the Right Gown at the Right Boutique, (4) Create, Compare, and Take Notes, (5) Don't Lose Focus, (6) Purchase Your Perfect Dress"

Shopping for a wedding dress can be a daunting experience. Consider taking a friend, or a family member; or have someone that has already been married accompany you. Their experience may be a good source for great information or advice. Besides, it's another perspective in helping you make a good choice with your selection; it also allows them to share in part for what is going to be one of the most important days in your life.