Good Morning lovelies…I know, the blog has been quiet for a bit.  This means two things…1.  we have been busy meeting all of the newly engaged brides for 2013 and helping them find their dream gown and 2. there is some very exciting news around HOB that we are dying to share.  A little more hard work, design, set up and it will be go time!  Stay tuned for the big announcement- it may be just the thing you were missing as you plan your big day!!  eeeeek!  In the mean time, here is a little sneak peek of several new arrivals that we are head over heels for at HOB!

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We hope that you had a very Merry Christmas!  As the new year approaches and you begin to think about your festive new years attire, we started to prepare for the new year with a little sparkly inspiration.  We have had several fittings of the last several weeks and most brides are loving the beaded belts.  Do you plan to add a bit of grand sparkle to your wedding day attire?  Do tell!

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If you have had your eye on a gorgeous Ann Barge gown, Hayden Olivia is hosting the collection through New Years!  Beautiful silk gowns, lace gowns, two pieces, minis…all gorgeous!  If gown shopping is on your agenda in the next week, add an appointment at Hayden Olivia to your list so you can slip into these gorgeous frocks!  Call ahead to speak with a constant about the style your are looking for and we will pull several suggestions for your appointment!  We look forward to meeting!

Where is time going?  December is flying by, tons of gown arrivals and new sample gowns arriving…Its a wonderful time of year!

We are celebrating two gorgeous collections this weekend, Anne Barge and Tara Keely.  If gown shopping is on your agenda this weekend, make sure that an appointment at HOB is on your list!  We will do out best to find an appointment time for you!

Now onto a little bit of winter inspiration!  I always dreamed of a winter wedding…are you getting married this month?  Do you plan to wear a fur?  Do share!

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We are so fortunate to have both of these amazing collections for 2 consecutive weekends.  Call this weekend Tara Keely and next Anne Barge or vise versa!  Gorgeous never seen before styles in the boutique for the next 2 weeks.  The gowns are being steamed and hung as I type, call as soon as possible to reserve your dressing room and appointment time.  While appointments are limited, we will make every effort to find you an appointment time!  From the gals at HOB, happy shopping!

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We are thrilled to host our Jim Hjelm trunk show this Thursday-Saturday.  Ladies, this is the NEW 2013 collection that was just seen at NYC Bridal Fashion week in Oct.  Appointments are limited, however we will try our best to find you a dressing room!   Here is a sneak peek of what to expect…looking forward to meeting you this weekend!

We want to take a moment to wish you and your families a Happy Thanksgiving.  We also want to thank  our dear brides- we have the absolute best customers and for that, we are so thankful.  We are excited to work with so many of you in the new year- thank you for entrusting us with your gown!

Here is a little Fall time inspiration- what will your bouquet look like?  Happy Thanksgiving Ladies!

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Our fur shrugs, jackets and boleros have been flying off the rack!  They are stylish and a great solution to the worry of being cold for your winter soiree.  Here are a few photos from around the web that scream winter wedding- I am originally from Colorado and always dreamed of a winter affair- my reality was drastically different, Charleston in June!  Dreaming and getting lost in the prettiness with you this morning!

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Gorgeous real bride feature this morning!  Gown by Anna Maier and photography by 6offour.  Bess shared…

Here’s a sneak peak of my wedding on June 30, 2012.  I cannot begin to tell you how many compliments I have received on the gorgeous dress.  Everything was exquisite- from the bridesmaid dress, to the veil, to my wedding gown. They all came together perfectly for an Old Edwards Inn mountain wedding.    Thank you so much for all of your help!  Hayden Olivia knows exactly how to make every bride feel beautiful. Oh, and Mai, is the best!

Congratulations to the happy couple!

Our bridal designers are so fantastic- so great that we are already receiving new styles for 2013!  EEEK!  One of the editors from one of the local magazines asked what new trends are…I couldn’t pin it exactly, however we saw lots of non traditional fabrics, texture, color and sparkle!  Here is a sneak peek of the new gowns NOW hanging in the gallery at HOB!