At Savvy Bridal, we often hear brides say, “I’m a size 10 in jeans, so I must be a size 10 in bridal.” Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. Bridal sizing is very different from streetwear sizing—especially when you’re comparing designer gowns to big box store dresses. If you’ve started your dress search at a large…
What Is a Trunk Show? The designer or representative comes with their entire collection and provides personal consultations. The concept derives from European aristocrats and how they used to private shop. The Duchess would be presented by a couturier with the seasons latest creations, to be advised on the most flattering ball gown. The trunk…
A wedding is a celebration of love, commitment, and shared values — and for many couples, that includes honoring military service. Whether you or your partner are actively serving or are a proud veteran, incorporating military traditions into your wedding day can make it even more meaningful. July, with its patriotic spirit, is the perfect…
In my experience as a bridal consultant, I’ve had a lot of brides ask me what color they should get for their wedding gown. Nowadays, almost every dress comes in white and ivory and most dresses come in champagne and blush. It can be overwhelming to figure out which color looks best with your skin….
I just recently had my first real experience as a Maid of Honor. I was the Maid of Honor in my older sister’s wedding five years ago, but I was only 16. Because of my young age and lack of money, I wasn’t in charge of any of the traditional Maid of Honor duties. The next…
Accessories can turn the simplest dress into the most glamorous dress. There are tons of great bridal accessories. There are various veil lengths and types, belts, headpieces, tiaras, jewelry, and more. Accessory trends change just as rapidly as gown trends. Unfortunately, most brides aren’t as aware of accessory trends as they are of gown trends….
Bridesmaids are arguably the most difficult people to shop for in your wedding. Finding a dress that compliments everyone’s body types and that has a color that compliments everyone’s skin tone is next to impossible. Some brides also like to give gifts to their bridesmaids to show their appreciation. This gift can also be a…
Wedding favors play a huge role in every wedding. Favors give the bride and groom a chance to thank their guests for making their special day even more special. Wedding favors can be as simple as candy or as detailed as personalized gifts for each guest. Finding the right favor(s) for your wedding can be…
At Savvy Bridal we are all about brides staying stress-free. Hence why we sell off the rack… Why stress for 6-8 months about your dressing coming in and you might or might not still love it a year later… Ekkk a little scary. But at Savvy you can find you designer dream dress for less…
Want a wedding dress that drapes beautifully? Poufs out beneath you? Glides down your curves? It’s all in the fabric. Style, cut, texture, drape, and season are all-important factors in determining the best fabric for a wedding gown. The same style dress can look and feel quite different in a variety of fabrics, since each…
You’ve decided on your wedding style, but now you’re having trouble finding the perfect gown. Follow these basic dos and don’ts to make sure the most important dress you’ll ever wear reflects your personal style. Do: Tie your look to your wedding location. If you’re having a traditional ceremony with a formal reception, opt for…
If only we’d left catty jealousy behind in high school. But alas, little green monsters appear throughout our lives and especially as we plan our weddings. After all, nothing inspires jealousy quite like a celebration of true love. If you find yourself faced with jealousy rather than joy, here are tips to nip it in…
Love is what makes the world go round and we couldn’t agree more !! We came across some love quotes that made us swoon so we wanted to share!!
Choosing one friend to be placed above another friend is a hard pill to swallow and bringing family and future family into the mix doesn’t make it any easier. Then add the fact that you’ve probably been a bridesmaid or maid of honor in one of your best friends’ or sisters’ weddings before and the…
1. Make it small and special: celebrate your marriage with a luncheon for all of your close family and friends, instead of having a big reception. Instead of having the groom’s family paying for a luncheon, and the bride’s family paying for the reception, have everyone split the cost of the larger gathering. Pretty awesome if…