Dress Talk is a bi-weekly post featuring wedding dress shopping and gown advice by guest blogger Amanda Fraser of Solutions Bridal Designer House. Make sure to check back for more bridal fashion information and also add The Bridal Closet, official blog of Solutions Bridal Designer House, to your blog reader!

One of the big trends in wedding colors we are seeing right now is shades of grey. Whether is is light or even closer to charcoal, have a grey in your palette can really make your other colors pop. A classic combo is baby pink and grey but a very popular option is bright yellow. The great thing about grey is that it fits with any season. You can still have your rich, bold colors for fall and summer or go lighter for winter and spring.

I’m a big fan of going monochromatic and a touch of grey really adds something interesting to the look. You can pick a grey bridesmaid dress and then add your color with shoes and florals. If you like the idea of grey but you don’t want that much of it, you can add a few select pieces like jewelry or a swanky clutch to create a sophisticated feel.

Dress Talk is a bi-weekly post featuring wedding dress shopping and gown advice by guest blogger Kayleigh Hicks of Solutions Bridal Designer House. Kayleigh’s internship is coming to an end, and we want to thank her for all the wonderful information she’s shared and wish her all the best as she moves forward from her internship!

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Unveiling the fabulousness of Veil options!

An option to consider…Veils have some what lost their luster in the recent trending of modern weddings. We see brides-to-be nearly everyday in our salons that are wavering over the decision…To veil or not to veil?

There are tons of factors to consider when deciding which, or even if, a veil is right for you. Venue, propriety of event, and possible religious or cultural demands all play a factor in this important choice. But, the great thing about modern weddings and wedding attire is that, like I have said a million times before, there are no rules except the ones you choose to set for your own “I-DO” day! Of course it is important to respect your surroundings and take into consideration certain factors, but the fantastic world of modern veils has taken a huge leap in the fashion forward direction, and you should absolutely take a look around before nixing the whole idea all together.

In the market for a veil? You may want to check out a few of these options.

For the dramatically divine ceremony, consider a Cathedral length veil.
Cathedral length veils are definitely a statement piece! If you are looking to dazzle your guests, adorn yourself with this veil choice and wait to hear the gasps of delight as you take your fabulous stride down the aisle! Bonus, these lengthy veils make for some breathtaking wedding photo ops…

Photo Credit: Encore Event Blog (http://encoreevents.wordpress.com/2009/10/21/latest-trends-in-weddings-iv)

Photo Credit: Unveiled Bridal Design (http://www.unveiledbridaldesigns.com)

For the less dramatic, yet true traditionalist with a modern twist, consider fingertip of elbow length selections.
If you are looking to add a traditional element to your “I-Dos” a fingertip or elbow length may be just the right choice to unveil to your guests on your special day! They add just the right amount of elegance and class, and could be the right fit for you!

Photo Credit: Sandmaestro (http://sangmaestro.com/2010/07/wedding-accessories-vintage-with-cage-veil/bird-cage-veil-wedding-accessories)

For the modern, chic, and unique bride looking to spice up her day, consider the ohh-so-funky birdcage veil.
A little bit retro and whole lot stunning, this modern take on the veil has to be a personal favorite of mine! Add a feathered hair piece along with this spectacular shaped veil, and you will be every bit of fabulosity modern bridal has to offer! Retro, modern, and definitely stunning! What more could you ask for?

Photo Credit: Bridal Couture Girls (http://bridalcouturegirls.blogspot.com/2010_08_01_archive.html)

Photo Credit: Fiance to Wife (http://www.fiance2wife.com/2009/05/02/shopping-for-wedding-veil)

Whether you are all about a veil the length of your ceremony aisle, or you are looking for a bedazzled and feathered modern take on the trend, there is a veil out there waiting for you! Before you decide you are not the veil type, make sure to check out the abundance of options that are out there and I think you just might find one that tickles your bridal fancy!

Enjoy!

Kayleigh

Dress Talk is a bi-weekly post featuring wedding dress shopping and gown advice by guest blogger Kayleigh Hicks of Solutions Bridal Designer House. Make sure to check back for more bridal fashion information and also add The Bridal Closet, official blog of Solutions Bridal Designer House, to your blog reader!

The ever classic debate ensues to this day. Which color wedding gown should you choose? Stark white? Maybe ivory… Or even champagne? Are there rules? What if you absolutely love one color, but don’t feel it is appropriate for the season or the setting?

Not to worry beautiful yet baffled brides-to-be! Solutions Bridal is here to offer our services! This classic color debate is something we see in our salons nearly every day. Brides are always on the search for their dream gown, but many find themselves stumped by this oh so important question. Which color gown should I select?

Each of the gowns we carry in our stores come in a variety of color selections, which is typical for any special order bridal salon. Trust us when we say that this is a good thing, because as a bride, you definitely want to have the most options possible even if it makes the decision making process slightly more difficult for the time being. If you are somewhat confused about the correct color selection of your dreams, take into consideration a few factors before deciding.

Consider skin tone as a huge factor in the decision making process.
Skin tone is unique to every individual, and this means that not every shade of white or ivory is going to look stunning on every bride. There is absolutely that one shade of wedding gown that will compliment you flawlessly, and you should not stop until you find the shade that makes you feel like the best you possible! If you are at a bridal salon, ask the stylists to show you swatches of the gown colors available. Here at Solutions Bridal, we have multiple folders filled to the brim with swatches of every shade of white, ivory, champagne, and ever other color you could think of! Not every gown comes in every color, so if you are set on a certain shade of gown that is unique. You don’t want to fall in love with a gown, only to find out you can’t get it in your perfect hue. Make sure the gowns you try on are available in this ideal shade to avoid confusion and frustration.

Ceremony setting is important, but don’t let the site select the color.
Many of our brides are very concerned with the setting of their ceremony and color of their gown clashing. They worry that if they are not in a stark white dress, their classic church ceremony will be in shambles, or if they do not choose a champagne gown, their vintage night time wedding will not have a consistent theme. Although you do want to make sure your gown is appropriate for your setting, the only thing you need make sure you love when you select a gown color is how it looks on you! The shape of the gown, material, and design can all factor into the appropriateness of the gown, but whatever shade you select will work wonderfully with the “I-Dos” if you feel comfortable and confident in your gown’s fit and color. The setting of your wedding can absolutely influence your gown choice, but your love and absolute adoration of how you look and feel in the dress should be the main decision making influence. This is your day to look and feel the most beautiful you have ever felt in your life, and no setting or building should determine the gown you wear.

The time of your wedding and ceremony is just that, a time!
Just because your ceremony is set to begin at nightfall on a delightful Saturday evening does not mean you need to have a champagne gown! Likewise, just because you are having a Spring inspired garden ceremony does not mean stark white is the limitation to your gown color. Although you do want to make sure you feel comfortable in your gown choice, there are no set rules that govern the wedding gown style, design, length, or color any more! One of my personal favorite things about weddings is the fact that every wedding is so incredibly unique. Each bride has the chance to express herself through each and every detail of her Big Day. Don’t let a silly factor like time on a clock deter you away from the gown color of your dreams or the one that compliments your tone and personality the best. Just be you when selecting that oh so fabulous dream dress, and the rest will fall into place perfectly.

The best piece of advice I can offer in regards to any aspect of choosing a wedding gown is to get out there and try them on! As always, you never know until you try. Try on as many shapes, styles, colors, and options as possible, if you are not sure of where to start and don’t stop until you find the one that wows you. If you are a simplest and have always pictured yourself in a stark white ballgown on your special day you should absolutely select the ballgown of your dreams. Similarly, if you are a daring bride that feels the fire to marry the love of your life in a hot pink mini, I support that just as much! Do not worry about any of the set rules you think exist when choosing your ideal gown. As long as you feel like the most incredibly confident, beautiful, and chic woman in the world on your wedding day, everyone else will love the dress as well!

Dress Talk is a bi-weekly post featuring wedding dress shopping and gown advice by guest blogger Kayleigh Hicks of Solutions Bridal Designer House. Make sure to check back for more bridal fashion information and also add The Bridal Closet, official blog of Solutions Bridal Designer House, to your blog reader!

The classic rice and bird seed toss at the end of a wedding can be quite the exit. However, remember that what goes up must come down, and picking bird seed out of your hair and dress can be a bit uncomfortable. Thankfully, recent alternate trends are taking this fun tradition to a new level of excitement and style!

There are countless options to chose from that can really spice up your exit, and I thought I would share some of the classic and creative ideas I found in my search!