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A Glamorous Affair: Ritz-Carlton Bridal

Sunday, March 11th, 2012

Is a winter wedding at The Ritz-Carlton in the works for this celebrity couple?

At Advantage Bridal, we want to be sure we cater to every type of bride and wedding. Whether you’re on a budget or puttin’ on the ritz, our inventory is carefully selected and manufactured to meet your needs. We’re even featured in the magazine Weddings by The Ritz-Carlton, a great resource for brides searching for glamorous inspiration and couples looking for a honeymoon retreat.

If you’re planning a glam, ultra lux affair, then Ritz-Carlton weddings are right up your alley. The Ritz boasts luxury hotels from Europe to the Caribbean, where you can plan your dream wedding at some of the hottest locales, as well as locations across the United States, including Hawaii, Florida, New York and California. The Ritz-Carlton is a favorite among celebrities, too. Celebrity couple Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo, who announced their engagement late last year, discuss wedding planning in a recent article on People.com.

Although they haven’t decided on a wedding date, Vanessa Minnillo has her eyes set on a winter wedding at The Ritz:  ”[I saw] a wedding booklet about the Ritz-Carlton weddings that they do and it was a winter theme and it was beautiful. Something about winter, it’s one of my favorite seasons, it’s very romantic. The twinkle lights and the greenery and the snow.”

Budget brides can always use celebrity weddings as a source of inspiration when they’re planning their ceremony and reception. Bridal magazines and Weddings by The Ritz-Carlton stay abreast of current wedding trends and top honeymoon destinations. So while not every bride-to-be can afford the designer bridal gown, the couture wedding shoes or the 5-star venue, she can create an atmosphere and mood that reflects the look of luxury. Advantage Bridal offers couture bridal jewelry, designer wedding shoes, unique veils and tiaras, custom wedding accessories and everything inbetween for the Ritz-Carlton wedding.

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Look Like a Bride on Your Wedding Day

Wednesday, July 27th, 2011

Erika Koesler Chantilly Lace Veil

A veil conveys the image of a bride. The very word – veil – stirs images of weddings, brides and “Prince Charming.”

Perhaps because it was engrained in us as children in fairy tales or because we remember wedding photos of our mothers and grandmothers wearing the sheer head garment.

Wedding veils have historic and religious roots, but modern brides embrace the tradition, too – although it’s likely a fashion choice rather than a symbolic one.

Sheer fabric and lace would adorn a bride’s head – often with accessories such as flowers, jewels and wreaths – to shield her from her bridegroom.  He would unveil her face after the vows.

Interestingly, more emphasis was placed on bridal accessories than the wedding dress in past times. And depending on the country and era, veils weren’t always white. (Advantage Bridal carries some veils in different colors.)

The bridal veil is believed to have originated in ancient Greece or Rome. Though it became a symbol of modesty and purity, veils were also worn to ward off spirits and for good luck.

Today, brides wear veils for various reasons and they continue to be an important accessory to the ensemble. Regardless of what type of bride you are – modern, classic, vintage, romantic, simple – there certainly is a veil out there for you.

There are many types of veils, which vary by length and can be embellished with lace, beads, embroidery, satin, ribbon, rhinestones, sequins or other decorations.

You can go dramatic with a cathedral length veil or retro with a birdcage veil. Your options are endless. Remember, most pictures will be taken from the waist up, and you want to look like a bride on your wedding day. (Click on the picture for more information about each item.)

Beaded Edge Princess Veil

Double Cage Veil with Rhinestones Shown with Bridal Hair Comb

Cage Veil with Pearls in White, Ivory or Black

Bel Aire Bridal Veils & Headpieces

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Kim Kardashian Wows With $2 Million Diamond Engagement Ring

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011

Kardashian Celebrity Wedding

Kim Kardashian‘s 20.5 carat engagement ring – umm, mega rock – is said to be worth $2 million. Wow . . . we are speechless! The 30-year-old reality star, who has been seen shopping for engagement rings solo, is officially engaged to NBA player Kris Humphries, 26. TMZ reports the Lorraine Schwartz diamond ring “features a 16.5 carat emerald cut center stone flanked by two 2-carat trapezoids.”

New Jersey Nets forward Kris Humphries proposed to the famous Kardashian at her Beverly Hills home on May 18. He popped the question by laying rose petals on her bedroom floor that read, “Will you marry me?” The two have been dating for six months and the Kardashian clan, including sisters Khloe and Kourtney and mom Kris Jenner, are announcing their excitement via Twitter. Read Kim’s lovey-dovey Tweets to her new fiancé.

Another celebrity couple will soon walk down the aisle and we have a feeling it’s going to be an over-the-top affair! America’s version of a royal wedding – Hollywood style. To plan your own extravagent affair or intimate gathering, visit Advantage Bridal for your all your wedding needs. We carry bridal accessories, such as garters, veils, rhinestone tiaras, wedding shoes, lingerie, and items for the bridal party. Advantage Bridal also offers personalized gifts, bridesmaid gifts, groom gifts and more. Congrats to the newly engaged Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries!

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Kate Middleton Glows in Reception Gown

Saturday, May 14th, 2011

Photo: JOHN STILLWELL/AFP/Getty Images

Catherine Middleton, now the Duchess of Cambridge, wore not one, but two, bridal gowns by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen. Even if you weren’t a fan of the wedding dress she wore to marry Prince William, Kate Middleton’s reception gown was stunning. Simple and elegant! The princess bride was beaming as she headed to the evening reception at Buckingham Palace.

The Alexander McQueen strapless reception gown features white satin gazar with silver diamante embroidery at the waist and a circle skirt, creating a similar silhouette to her wedding gown. Kate Middleton paired it with a cropped angora sweater for added texture and sophistication. Her loosely curled locks framed her face. Amazingly, the newest royal decided to do her own bridal make-up for the big day after taking lessons from an expert :) Wish we could all be that brave! Even if we can’t afford two bridal gowns, we can dream can’t we? Love the idea of wearing an elegant wedding dress with a long train followed by a lovely reception gown to party the night away.

Advantage Bridal carries the perfect bridal accessories to complete your look, whether it’s regal, simple, classic or flirty. If you want to be a princess bride, bridal accessories such as veils and tiaras are essential in creating this look.

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Anthropologie Debuts BHLDN Bridal Collection

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

The new Anthropolgie wedding collection is finally here – BHLDN (beholden) debuted on Valentine’s Day. Prices range from $600 to $3600. Real brides wanting unique bridal gowns and wedding dresses serve as inspiration for the BHLDN collection:

“Inspired by the Dutch word for ‘to keep,’ as well as countless tales from family and friends of the extraordinary weddings they’d been part of, we began dreaming up something new.

Our roots are with Anthropologie, so a passion for experience and creating one-of-a-kind moments runs deep. But our offering speaks more to the not-so-everyday occasions—ours is a voice that celebrates a woman’s most anticipated milestones. And one that gives tradition a twist.”

Check out the new bridal gowns and wedding dresses offered by BHLDN; we think you’ll be smitten. Of course, Advantage Bridal carries beautiful bridal accessories, such as wedding shoes, bridal headpieces and veils, and vintage style jewelry as the perfect complement to the BHLDN bridal gowns and wedding dresses.

Cascading Goddess Wedding Gown $1600

Tulle Era Wedding Dress $2600

Ribboned Silk Bridal Gown $1600

Pleated Fantasy Bridal Gown $3600

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Fanciful Feather Fascinators For Today’s Brides

Friday, March 4th, 2011

Erica Koesler Diamond White Feather Hair Clip

Fanciful feather fascinators bring a touch of whimsy and carefree style for modern brides. They add the perfect amount of sophistication without being too stuffy. Feather fascinators – also called feather hair clips, feather hair combs or feather headpieces – look beautiful on loose locks and updos for brides, bridesmaids and flower girls. Adding an airy dimension to the bridal attire, feather fascinators showcase the facial features and accentuate the bridal hairstyle. They can be paired with veils to combine the old with the new – birdcage veils with a feather fascinator combine for a fabulous look.

Remember Sarah Jessica Parker in the movie “Sex and the City?” Before Mr. Big ditches the wedding, Carrie Bradshaw makes a stunning appearance with a veil and vintage feather headpiece, which is actually a bird. For the bride wearing a traditional veil and ensemble, consider pairing feather fascinators with the bridesmaids dresses for contrast. Like veils, feather fascinators come in various sizes, colors, textures and ornaments. The airy ostrich feathers move with each passing breeze, while others have a more flirty feel. Feather fascinators can be small and simple or large and ornate for a statement bridal headpiece.

Future British royal Kate Middleton has made feather fascinators and feather embellished hats a fashion accessory for special events. She represents today’s bride and shows that feathers never go out of style. Brides should consult with their hairstylist to ensure the feather fascinator works with the bridal hairstyle.

Flower Feather Fascinator

Birdcage Veil & Feather Fascinator

Erica Koesler Feather Headpiece

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Budget Bride: David’s Bridal Debuts White by Vera Wang Collection

Thursday, February 17th, 2011

Vera Wang and David's Bridal

Vera Wang weddings gowns are within reach for the fashion savvy, budget bride.  David’s Bridal launched the exclusive White by Vera Wang bridal gown collection at select stores, with plans to expand to all locations this summer.  Couture bridal gowns and designer wedding gowns can put brides in debt before the “I dos,” but the White by Vera Wang collection is comprised of 12 wedding gowns priced between $600-$1,400.

Shop for bridal accessories and wedding shoes to complement your White by Vera Wang wedding gown at Advantage Bridal.  We carry couture bridal accessories, couture jewelry, couture bridal shoes, veils and tiaras for that designer look.

White by Vera Wang incorporates the same modern approach to bridal design and use of artistic detailing for which Vera Wang is well known. The collection will provide more brides the opportunity to wear the designer gown of their dreams at an attainable price point.

“This collection embraces my true design aesthetic,” says Vera Wang. “I look forward to sharing my creative vision with brides across the country.”

The collection, which includes gowns and accessories, is available in a romantic palette of soft white, ivory, blush, and champagne and includes a range of looks perfect for the traditional and modern bride alike.  David’s Bridal will launch subsequent White by Vera Wang collections each fall and spring season.

“Since announcing our partnership, we have been eager to reveal the White by Vera Wang collection,” says Bob Huth, President and CEO of David’s Bridal. “With two decades in the business, Vera Wang is the name in bridal, and our partnership creates a unique and exciting opportunity to bring the magic of her aesthetic to life for brides who have long dreamt of wearing aVera Wang wedding gown.”

At launch, 150 stores across the U.S. will carry White by Vera Wang in sizes ranging from 0 -14, while all David’s Bridal locations will offer brides the ability to order their desired gown. The White by Vera Wang collection will also be available at David’s Bridal new Canadian stores, opening in March 2011. Arriving this Summer, the Fall 2011 collection will expand to offer bridesmaid dresses and shoes. The Fall line will also include new bridal gown styles as well as additional bridal gown sizes 16 -26 in select styles. (The above information is from a David’s Bridal press release).

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