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”.

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Miss Jennifer Reynolds became Mrs. Jennifer Carlisle during a 6:30pm ceremony, June 25th, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rock Hill, SC. The stunning bride wore a old-shoulder gown by Coren Moore with ruffle detailing, a sweetheart neckline and trumpeted silhouette. Paired with a fabulous pair of Kate Spade heels and simple stud earrings the bride danced the night away in style! Her groom donned a custom made tuxedo by Astor & Black and bridesmaids shined in stunning yellow dresses by Lula Kate. The ceremony, followed by reception at The City Club of Rock Hill, were coordinated and directed by Sarah Lynn Hayes of Events Per Se. Congratulations to Jennifer and Jeb! We enjoyed every second of assisting you with the selection of your gorgeous gown! You make a beautiful bride and we wish you two all the best in your new life together : )

Photography by Chuck Eaton and Jason Miczek of Chuck Eaton Photographer.

If you caught the Emmy’s last weekend you were sure to have seen all of the fabulous gowns swarming the red carpet. In particular, some stunning pieces from designer Ines di Santo, worn by Kyle Richards of ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ as well as Virginia Sommer, wife of Mad Men star Rich Sommer.

Kyle donned a gorgeous blue metallic gown with a fit and flare silhouette. She chose to wear her hair back in a sleep ponytail to show off the unique one shoulder neckline and accessorized with simple jewelry, including a stunning sapphire and diamond ring!

Virginia Sommer wore a strapless black gown made unique by it’s beautiful geometric pattern and fitted silhouette!

Flowers are not an uncommon addition to just about anything bridal. However without them many of the gorgeous gowns we dote over and fabulous accessories that complete the perfect style would not be nearly as beautiful without them! Inspirations from nature are often the most pleasing to the eye and create the most natural look, as they mimic elements in our day-to-day surroundings. Here are a few of the ways that the beauty of nature can be incorporated into your wedding day style!

The size and beautiful color of this oversized flower hair piece adds the perfect finishing touch without overpowering the intricate lace of the gown.

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The bouquet of fabric flowers incorportaed into a contrasting sash cascading down the back of the gown adds an unexpected element.

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Something blue and floral too!

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Fabulous combination of a traditonal lace in an unexpected color and a show stopping hair piece…LOVE!

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Step outside of the box! There are those wedding traditions that will always stay in fashion, but it’s the extraordinary unexpected details that will really “Wow!” your guests…and that includes the datails of your attire!

The soft, subtle pattern of this gown adds character and flirtiness to this brides style without causing you to question for a second her role in the event!

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If you would love to step out of the box a bit, but are holding your ground on a white gown, try switching it up for the reception! This gorgeously embellished emerald gown allows the bride to express her personality while still feeling like the center of attention : )

The swanky 20′s feel of this dress and the stunning creamy pearl hue screams “Bride with style!”

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One of the most up in the air decisions we hear from the brides who come in to see us is whether or not to wear a veil…and if so what style? Although the birdcage style is not new to the bridal fashion world, it has made a serious comeback over the past few years and has also been developed into unique designs that put a twist on an already trendy version of the veil. Here are a few of the fun and creative ways that we have see the classic birdcage styled to create a stunning bridal feel!

Creative way to incorporate the ‘oh-so-stylish’ bow into a veil…uniquely gorgeous!

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Worn to the side with flower details in coordinating hues…so beautiful!

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Simple yet gorgeous! A single layer tulle veil gives a very sophisticated yet classic look that incorporates a more fashion forward style!

By securing the veil backwards there is no obstruction in your face while still achieving a lovely bridal feel…LOVE the Swiss dot tulle! : )

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The combination of materials, both tulle and netting, on double combs creates a very different look yet soft and lovely! The addition of the flowers creates a more feminine feel and camouflages the placement of the comb.

We are a bunch of super excited ladies here at Hayden Olivia Bridal! We are ecstatic to welcome the Badgley Mischka bridal line into our boutique for a collection preview October 6th-15th! Below is a glimpse at some of the gowns that we are expecting for the event and we can’t wait to see the other gorgeous frocks headed our way! Appointments are already booking so please give us a call now and reserve a fitting room to slip into these amazing dresses!

Mallory

Castellano

Tracy

Lexington

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Don’t forget ladies!!! There is a fabulous trunk show at Hayden Olivia Bridal this weekend that will include the most recent samples from Tara Keely by Lazaro’s Spring 2012 collection! They have already started to arrive and we are so excited to see them on you lovely ladies : ) Give us a call today (704)333-0377 to book a fitting room and slip into these gorgeous gowns!

Going for more of a bohemian style for your big day? Here are some great ideas to marry a more laid back style with elegance even add a little sparkle : )

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Fish tail braid

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Pearl embellished gold headpiece

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Intricate vintage inspired engagement ring and wedding bands

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Sparkling gold heels

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Vintage inspired gold bubble clutch

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Nature inspired crystal and gold earrings

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Tying the Knot : ) The perfect right hand ring

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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