Mandie Miller, owner of Got What It Cakes, has graciously been providing us with cupcakes on Saturdays here at Hayden Olivia… and we just can’t get enough of them! Although Mandie designs custom cakes for all occasions, wedding cakes are her specialty. Check out some of her gorgeous creations below. The most exciting part is that they taste just as good as they look! Each cake is made without fondant, so if you’re looking for the smooth look of fondant, but the delicious taste of butter cream (or just a beautiful cake for your special day), Got What It Cakes is perfect for you!

Planning an outdoor event? Perhaps in a lush garden or beautiful lawn over looking the ocean?  Have you picked out those sky high heels that will look fabulous in photos and put you at perfect height for that “first” smooch?  One problemo…the combo of the two don’t really go hand-in-hand.  With the first step onto that lawn your 4 inch stillettos will instantly become 2 inch heels and you will become stationary until you can dig yourself out of the dirt.  Well, worry no more!  Now available at Hayden Olivia Bridal are one of the best kept secrets of bridal footwear, Sole Mates!  These wonderful little plastic caps slip right on over the end of your heel and give you the freedom to parade all over the place without sinking : )

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For most brides the gown may seem like the most difficult decision to make when shopping for her big day.  However, once you have found the dress of your dreams it can sometimes be difficult to find the perfect accessories to pull together a look reflecting your personality.  Recently,  I have stumbled upon a fabulous shoe company with styles to suit any bride’s character!  From flats to sky high heels…from glitter to brocade, Butter Shoes has something for everyone!  Here are just a few of our favorites, many from their sister collection, ”Something Bleu”.

View the full collection at buttershoes.com

I get so excited when I stumble across a great new retailer or vendor who adds a unique and beautiful twist to traditional wedding style!  That is exactly what All Things Tinsel brings to the world of jewelry!  Although the selection of necklaces, bracelets and earrings are not focused solely on bridal, there are some fabulous pieces in this collection that can add the perfect finishing touches to the gown of your dreams or the perfect sassy rehearsal dinner or bridal shower dress!  Here are just a few of our favorites : )

Browse the full collection of All Things Tinsel on www.etsy.com

Picture this, fresh lace gown with delicate sleeves and a deep open back…meet Kennedy and her home…Hayden Olivia Bridal.  Lucky for us, this gorgeous gown is gracing the cover of Inside Weddings.  Perhaps the long sleeves are a bit much or too formal, there are several other non-strapless options, lace jackets and lace boleros.

Kennedy by Modern Trousseau

Riley Bolero

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A wedding is a time for family and their involvement is such an occasion is a very important part of the joining of two people in marriage.  The purpose of this blog is to bring you as many ideas and options for wedding day attire as possible, and we have covered quite a few important attendants thus far; from the Mothers and Fathers of the Occasion, to the bridesmaids and groomsmen, as well as the flower girl and of course the Bride and Groom! Well, there is one member of the family that we have not covered yet and we think that is time!  Sure they might be a bit hairy and they may enjoy slobbering, playing in the dirt and licking your face, but for many of us these four-legged loves of our lives are just as important as any other member of the family!

SillyBuddy is an adorable shop on Etsy.com that I came across not long ago.  They create bow tie collars in tons of colors and patterns so that there is bound to be something perfect for your pooch!  The greatest part is that the bow tie is removable so that the collar can be worn for Rover’s less formal events ; )

http://www.etsy.com/shop/SillyBuddy

A wedding is one of the most important and memorable events in a woman’s life.  From the time that most of us were little girls we’ve dreamt of the church, the flowers and especially the dress!  After all your wedding dress is probably one of the most important garments that you will ever wear and definitely the one item of attire that received the most thought upon purchasing!

Megan Hamilton, a fashion designer from Pennsylvania realized what an important detail a brides gown is when she looks back on her wedding day events.  Which is the reason is why she created her business of turning your wedding day attire into a work of art that will last forever.  Hamilton’s gorgeous custom sketches are available through her Etsy.com site under the shop name MeganHamilton and can be designed to include not only the gown worn by the bride but also the bridesmaids and even the groom if you so desire.  After all what an incredible way to document all of the details of your fabulous gown than in a piece of art that you can look back on for years!  Here are some sample of Hamilton’s stunningly detailed sketches!

What a fabulous gift idea for the bride-to-be in your life!

They have arrived and they are PERFECT!  Many styles, sizes,  the best colors, maternity, flower girl…what more could a bride need?  Schedule you Maids appointment before the end of the year and offer your bridal party a 15% discount!  Call today and we will reserve a dressing room and a few mimosas for you!  Can’t wait to see you! 704-333-0377

It feels like Christmas every time we receive a new gown!  Here is the run down…hurry in to slip into one of these beauties, we promise that not one of these will disappoint!

Serafina

Amour

Admired

Photos Courtesy of Kenneth Pool

Check out the gorgeous Kristin Chenoweth wearing Haute Bride’s N432 Vintage Rose and Powdered Almond pearl brooch necklace!  How exciting that we are hosting a Haute Bride trunk show this weekend.  The boxes have arrived…head on over or give us a ring so you can try on these beautiful pieces. 704-333-0377 

Pictures Courtesy of Entertainment Tonight