From the wedding aisle to the red carpet, Anne Barge’s designs can be found among the prettiest of gowns across our country. Lucky for our Charlotte brides, for the next TWO weekends, the Anne Barge La Fleur collection will be available. A gown experience at Hayden Olivia includes the ultimate in customer service, large dressing rooms and of course gorgeous dresses- thank you Anne Barge for allowing Hayden Olivia to host these gorgeous gowns. Appointments can be made by calling the boutique at 704-333-0377. Incentives include a 10% trunk show discount, sweets and drinks to enjoy and a gift with purchase. We can’t wait to meet you this weekend!

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We always get excited to view the new Jim Hjelm gowns each season…it is the one collection that includes a bit of organza, lace and beading. Nice beading is hard to find these days…Jim Hjelm does this so well! We have several new styles that have just arrived. Also watch our Event Calendar for the next Jim Hjelm trunk show. Here is a sneak peek of the styles hot off the runway…

If you are a bride looking for a more modern silhouette, a bit of architecture, long lines and gorgeous fabrics…take a sneak peek at the new Spring 2013 Anna Maier collection. We have several similar styles in the boutique now…looking forward to hearing which styles are your favorites!

This week will kick off a recap of this year’s April New York Bridal Market. Designers and buyers meet in the big city twice a year to view and purchase the seasons newest gown styles. Hard to believe that we are already planning for the arrival of gown for 2013 weddings! First up, lets take a peek at the gorgeous collection by Modern Trousseau. Designer Callie Tein never disappoints, in fact many of us RUN to her showroom specifically to see her latest use of gorgeous lace…we can absolutely confirm that Hayden Olivia will have the most luxurious laces and silks in Charlotte constructed in stunning silhouettes for 2013. Modern Trousseau also hit the mark with full organza skirts, a few minis, and spectacular belts to accessorize. Gowns will begin arriving within the week and our late spring trunk show is in May- a weekend to view the entire new collection!

Photography by Corbin Gurkin

We are often asked, “How can I incorporate my broach?” The sash, belt or accessory accentuating your waist makes the most sense…so here are several gorgeous ideas for how to tie these pretties into your wedding day look!

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We can’t help but swoon over the bright colors of spring and the little details that can make an event so spectacular! Lavender to toss, stripes for the maids, multi-color palette for the maids, petite cupcakes and bright decor…so many choices for all of the beautiful spring soirees!

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Who cares about the chocolate goodies and jelly beans…ok well maybe we do care about the sweets, however we are very excited about our new arrivals…they are sweet and full of details. Arrivals this week include:

Harper

Strapless swiss dot fit-to-flare bridal gown with ruched detail and self tie bow on bodice.

Blush 1207

Matte taffeta bridal ball gown with layered petal affect.

Tara Keely 2210

Ivory Alencon lace mini dress, Ivory moire ribbon at natural waist, tulle

overskirt with horsehair accented hem and chapel train.

Tara Keely 2206

Ivory Alencon lace bridal gown with elongated bodice and scalloped tiered skirt, strapless

sweetheart neckline, satin ribbon belt with beaded applique at natural waist and chapel train.

Congrats to the happy couple! Wallis gown by Modern Trousseau.

Congratulations to the happy couple married March 17th, 2012. We adored working with you Emily! Photography by Indigo.