Ultimate Guide To Wedding Beauty & Hair
How To Find Your Perfect Wedding Day Look Whether you’re going for a natural look or for something with a little more oomph, your wedding day makeup, skin and hair have to look amazing. Doing research, understanding your style and taking action on your own will have you well on your way to a perfect wedding day …
Is Buying a Wedding Gown Online the Right Choice for You?
For the entire history of the weddings, brides were obliged to go to tailors and specialized shops to choose the perfect dress. DevotionDresses.com is here to change the rules of the game. The Master of European Craftsmanship The use of the modern technology while remaining true to tradition is what makes up DevotionDresses.com. Sustaining our …
Top Beauty Products You Can Use at Home to Prepare for the Big Day
Eventually, in every man or woman’s life, they will find someone they love and want to spend the rest of their lives with. This person has to be someone that will not only love them for who they are, but that will put up with them when they decided to bring home a new puppy …
Traditional Vs Airbrush Wedding Makeup: Which Is Best?
One of the many decisions you have to make about your wedding is the makeup. Airbrush makeup is a popular trend among brides after celebrities increasingly used it to look camera-ready. It involves applying lightweight makeup through an air gun machine. It creates a flawless, matte finish that lasts all day. If you cannot decide …
Snag One of These Bridal-Worthy 6 Perfumes Before You Take The Walk Down The Aisle!
Before you take your big walk down the aisle and debut your day of look from head to toe, you’ll want to make sure you smell a bit fancier too. And that’s why we’ve compiled this quick list of bridal-worthy perfumes that you’ll want to spritz yourself with before you swap those vows and dawn …
How To Make Sure Everything Is Perfect For The Big Day
As your wedding day approaches, you may be feeling the nerves which can make it tricky to stay on track with knowing how to keep yourself looking and feeling the best you possibly can so that your big day goes off without a hitch. While it’s important to look natural and stay true to who …
How Much Money Should Bridesmaids Spend? A Few FAQs
Let’s face it: being a bridesmaid isn’t exactly cheap. How much bridesmaids spend depends on the bride and the cost of her wedding, with some going the crazy-extravagant route and others taking pains to make their nuptials as budget-friendly as possible. With that in mind let’s look at a few frequently-asked questions to give you …
Airbrush Makeup: What You Need To Know
Airbrush makeup has become a popular wedding trend in recent years, and it’s not exactly difficult to understand why. The Hollywood makeup mainstay involves a makeup artist loading a small spray gun with specially-diluted pigment that results in a flawless, even finish. If you’re considering airbrush makeup for your upcoming nuptials, read on to discover …
8 Fabulous Personalized Groomsmen Gifts!
Picking out a groomsmen gift can be brutal. You’ve got to budget but you want to find something of quality and have it be functional too! We think you should go the extra mile though and get something that you can personalize for each and every one of your main men. So check out our fun …
8 Fabulous Personalized Bridesmaids’ Gifts!
Picking out a bridesmaid gift can be brutal. You’ve got to budget but you want to find something of quality and have it be functional too! We think you should go the extra mile though and get something that you can personalize for each and every one of your ladies in waiting. So check out …
Top off Your Bridal Look With One of These Stunning Crystal Hair Accessories
Add a bit of sparkle and glam to your overall wedding day look by detailing every nook of your look. Top off your bridal style with one of these stunning crystal hair accessories! via Pinterest
5 Super-Helpful Wedding Apps
Need some assistance planning your wedding? There’s an app for that! Check out the following apps to help you plan your wedding, especially if your budget doesn’t include money for a wedding planner (and that’s okay!): Ringfinder – The Private Collection of Southern African Diamonds This free app is here to help you with your …
Follow These 6 Wedding Planners And Designers On Instagram
Help yourself plan for your upcoming nuptials by following a few awesome wedding planners and designers on Instagram. You’ll get a break from incessant photos of your friend’s latest brunch food and hopefully extract a few ideas to use for your big day. Check out some of the coolest wedding peeps to start following: Mindy …
Beautiful, Unique & Bridal-Worthy Manicures: Part 2
We’ve rounded up some gorgeous, bridal-worthy manicures for your enjoyment. Although this choice may have been put on the backburner, it’s still something you need to think about! If your pre-wedding nail appointment is coming up, it’s time to get inspired and decide what finishes off your ensemble just right! via Pinterest
Color Crush: Lovely Lavender
Purple is absolutely perfect. But lavender? Even better. We’re head over heels for the light shade of purple that steals the show in wedding-day palettes. Lavender is feminine but not over-the-top girly, so you can accomplish that soft look without turning off your groom. Pair lavender with sage green and mint for decadent hue harmony. …
Flirty Fishtail Braids
We’ve already talked about how braids are all the rage, but we’re currently swooning on a specific type. Meet fishtails. Whimsical, ethereal and over-the-top gorgeous, fishtails are über popular with the daring brides who aren’t afraid to opt for a different hairdo on the big day. With bangs, to the side, teased, neat, messy — …
Say ‘Yes’ to a Reception Dress
Are you torn between the big ball gown and something more flirty and fun? Why not say ‘yes’ to two dresses? It’s becoming more and more commonplace for brides to ditch the big gown and change into a party dress after they walk down the aisle. They want to be free to dance, make the rounds and …
Say Hello to High-Low Dresses
Thanks to fashionista Whitney Port sporting the style for her wedding to Tim Rosenman, high-low dresses are flying high in bridal couture. If you’re waffling between a short and long style, a high-low dress is the best of both worlds, varying from just a dip to a full-out mini front. This type of dress is …
Bridal Beauty Spotlight: Nude Lipstick
Nude is having a major moment in the makeup world right now. Barely-there shadows, blush, bronzer, lip stick, liner and gloss are at the heart of every beauty line out there. And brides are jumping on the bandwagon! Nude is neutral, easy to wear and versatile — fitting for the bride who wants a more au naturel look on …
To Have and to Hold: Bridal Gloves
Gloves got a bad rep in the 80s and 90s (think elbow-high, Cinderella-like fashions made from shiny fabric) — but they’re back — and we’re happy to report that they aren’t the same styles from the days of yore. Rather, we’re seeing short fashions that are dainty, demure and oh-so-feminine accessorizing couture bridal collections on the runway. They are a particularly popular accessory …
Goin’ Gaga for All-Green Weddings
The first signs of green are starting to bud as we transition out of winter — and with good ol’ St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner — thus, we are majorly crushing on the earthy hue, and expect it to be a big trend for spring and summer weddings. Modern brides aren’t afraid to brush other colored blooms …
Dress Trend: Pockets for All!
Strapless, spaghetti straps, plunging v-neck, cropped, ball gown, a-line — no matter the neckline, shape or style, there’s always room for pockets. For a while now, pockets have been finding their way into bridal couture designs; however, when they made their debut, they were seemingly always found on an a-line dress fashioned from heavier fabric. …
We Heart Half-up, Half-down Dos
Up-do? Down and flowy? If you can’t decide between the two dos, why not go with something in between? Enter half-up, half-down hairstyles. Whether you part and sweep your hair back, poof and pin, straighten or curl, the achieved look is classy, put-together and simply gorgeous. While we adore a bridal up-do, there’s something utterly ethereal …
Making Yourself Perfect For Your Big Day By Any Means
Forget beach ready, it’s time to get wedding ready. While you may not be looking to change your looks dramatically, preparing for a wedding can be a fantastic excuse to get in shape, improve your diet, and feel so much better about yourself. Are you willing to do what it takes to make yourself perfect …
What To Look For In A Bridal Hair & Makeup Stylist
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. It is a day that you will remember for the rest of your life. Because your wedding day is so important, everything should be perfect. This includes your hair and makeup. Most women know enough about hair and makeup to get ready …
Capturing the Blushing Bride Before I Do
Without a doubt, the photos of the first look, first dance, first cake slice and first kiss as husband and wife are the ones we await with baited breath. However, when you’re compiling your shot list for the photographer, don’t forget to include several shots of pre-wedding prep. We know photographers are pricey, and you’re …
Swooning for Sleeves: Winter Wedding Style
Strapless gowns have reigned the wedding world for so long now, but when it comes to winter nuptials, we say step aside, strapless, and hello, sleeves. Lace, tulle, beaded, embroidered — however you sport ’em, they are equally to die for. There is something completely elegant and captivating about baring less. Remember Kate Middleton’s sleeved gown? After all, …
Vintage Revival of Juliet Cap Veils
They first made their way on the scene in the 1920s and 1930s, and have since made a huge comeback in the name of bohemian chic. We seriously swoon for Juliet Cap Veils — they are majestic, feminine and reminiscent of a fairy tale. Whether you pair it with a ball gown, a-line or form-fitting …
Real-Life Fairytales: 10 Blushing Royal Brides
Little girls dream of meeting their Prince Charming from the time they can wrap their heads around the concept. And some lucky ladies and gents have made those fairytales their reality, living the dream and marrying into royalty. The whole world waited with baited breath as Kate Middleton stepped out of the car to unveil her …
Head Over Heels for Bouquet Tails
Ribbon tails. They seem to be flying from every bride and bridesmaid bouquet these days. Feminine, dainty and whimsical, we love the look of long strands of ribbons falling from a beautiful bunch of flowers. Dare we say this is currently the hottest trend when it comes to bouquet style? We think so. Whether you …
Mad About Makeup: Fall in Love With Autumn Hues
No doubt we love soft, dainty makeup for the blushing bride — but we’re big fans of drama, too. And fall-time nuptials provide a darker, more colorful backdrop for a bride to break out the deep plum lips and smoky ash eyes. There’s something beautifully dramatic about the juxtaposition of a white gown against autumnal …
What Dreams Are Made of: Pronovias’ 2016 Collection
While the bridal market is saturated with thousands of fabulous designers and stores, we can’t help but play favorite to a few. Topping our list? Pronovias. As we begin previewing bridal fashion for the coming year, we have fallen head over heels for the Spanish designer’s 2016 collection. From illusion necklines, boat necks and deep Vs, to …
The Top 5 Ways to Look Good from Top to Bottom on your Wedding Day
With the amount of effort going into making your wedding the event of a lifetime, looking absolutely perfect throughout the day is of the utmost importance. There are many things which go into looking picture perfect as you walk down the aisle, and it’s the little touches which make the whole look work. Whether it’s …
Real Bohemian Brides: Ideas & Inspiration
Are you dreaming of walking the runway as a boho beauty? Take a peek at the real, bohemian brides for a bit of ideas and inspiration. Casual with a free-spirit style, we love the burst of color and floral crown topping this bridal beauty. Fall colors adorn this whimsical gown with a warm, rich spirit. …
Bundle Up, You Blushing Bride
Unless you happen to be gettin’ hitched on a super warm day or in a tropical location, chances are you’ll catch a chill at night, especially if your dress is sleeveless or strapless. Whether knitted, beaded, tulle, fur or silk, we’re seeing wraps, capelets and shawls of all kinds make their way onto the wedding …
