It’s the big day! No—not the wedding day. The day your wedding dress arrives! That perfect wedding dress doesn’t arrive looking like it was made just for you, however. Although your bridal stylist helped you determine the best size to order based on your measurements, you are going to need alterations. Often, parts of the…
Did you know that you are probably going to need to have a bustle added to your wedding dress before the big day arrives? As part of the alterations process, a seamstress can add in a bustle, of which there are many different kinds, to help you move around your reception space. But what is…
Imagine the excitement of your wedding dress finally arriving at your bridal salon, only to have to postpone your wedding day. COVID-19 has thrown a wrench in many couples’ wedding plans. Thousands of weddings have been canceled or postponed; for brides who have postponed their nuptials, a primary concern is keeping their dress in tip-top…
Meet #SavvyBride, Elizabeth! This Savvy Bride married her husband Jonathan at the Rotunda at Town Pavillion, in Downtown Kansas City, back in November of 2019! The Town Pavillion offers a classic and timeless look with natural light, marble floors, and dramatic architectural details. The venue also has a two-story grand staircase (talk about a grand…
Meet #SavvyBride, Jacqueline! Jacqueline and her hubby Dominic were married this July at The Bardot event space in Kansas City! This venue features a first-class guest experience in a strikingly decorated historic building. Located in the energetic East Crossroads neighborhood of Kansas City, the Bardot is a stunning venue with open exposed beam rafter ceilings,…
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many engaged couples are considering all of their options when it comes to their nuptials. While the wedding you were originally planning might be out of reach with the current mandates put in place by local governments, you aren’t out of options. Many couples are moving forward with a…
If you live in Kansas City, you know that there are plenty of bridal shops you can choose from when it’s time to find that perfect dress. Sometimes they all seem to be the same- they sell white wedding gowns, accessories, etc. But what makes them special? What makes one better than the others? Let…
Meet #SavvyBride, Rebecka! She and her husband Michael were married in the fall of 2019! This bride and groom enjoyed an outdoor wedding on a beautiful fall day and then celebrated at the historic Town Square event space in Paola, KS. The “Town Square” event space is a beautifully restored two-story building located on the…
Meet #SavvyBride, Shelby! She and her husband Michael celebrated a year of marriage in June of this year! The lovely couple were married at The Guild KC – a stunning 6,500 sq. ft. event space in the heart of downtown Kansas City, MO. The Guild is a breath of fresh air in the middle of…
Before you physically go into to shop for a wedding dress, you’ll probably do some browsing. That’s great! You’ll have an idea of the vision you want to portray on your wedding day ready to go for your stylist. But just HOW do you communicate what you’re looking for if you’re totally overwhelmed by words…
Wedding dress styles and shapes change with the season, and with the year. With 2019 well underway, we’re here for the wedding dress trends of 2020. We’ve picked the five most popular bridal looks for next year: Bell Sleeves Juliet The Renaissance has been born again. Bell sleeves in their most dramatic form yet. Inspired…
Making a wedding budget is important. Make sure that you know what to set aside for your wedding dress budget so that you’ll be able to pull off your big day without breaking the bank.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot at St. George’s Chapel and became the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in a ceremony fit for royals—but with some unexpectedly personal and modern touches. We laughed, we cried and we rounded up some of our top moments along with our thoughts on how you can use…
There are plenty of reasons to love online shopping: No terrible fluorescent dressing room lighting, the ability to take advantage of additional sizing and styles, and buying that perfect dress or pair of shoes you could never have found in a store. We love to browse for the next great find on our lunch break…
We see brides from around the Midwest searching for their dream dress in Kansas City—and with boutiques like ours, it’s easy to see why! If you’re joining us from outside of Kansas City for a daytrip or shopping-focused weekend getaway, we have a few pointers. Do your research. Having an idea of what you do…