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How to Choose Great Looking Wedding Shoes For A Beach Wedding

April 11, 2019 Grace Kelly Leave a comment

Since I live on an island here on Northwest Florida, I see beach weddings all the time. They are very popular here as well as in other beautiful coastal areas all over the world. These wedding can range from very casual and inexpensive to sophisticated and very costly. Either way, the beautiful view and the whole ambience of the setting is free and at the same time priceless.

Beach weddings can present a bit of a dilemma for the bride as far as shoes go. I know when we had ours on the beach my wife just went barefooted and so did I. We had a very casual wedding though, she wore a beautiful sexy prom gown she borrowed from a niece, and I wore shorts and a pastel polo shirt.

For most people they will want shoes, plus not every one has the powder soft sand that we have. The best bet for a simple beach wedding is probably to just go with a simple pair of slip-ons that can be matched to whatever your wedding’s colors are. If you go with a slip-on bridal shoe it will be easy to get the sand from between your toes and shake off your feet when you get out of the sand and begin entertaining guests. They are also very good if your feet get wet as they will dry quickly so you don’t have to worry about getting your feet wet during or after the ceremony if you choose.

If you haven’t chosen a color for your wedding yet, some good suggestions for beach wedding shoes are gold, white, and silver. However, if you have a certain color theme in mind slip-ons come in a wide variety of colors so that even if you want to go with a light teal or aqua to go along with the beach scene you can do it quite easily.

Feel free to customize and accessorize your shoes as well. You can play around with things like rhinestones and other gems that will add a little playfulness to the whole ensemble. To keep it toned down so that they don’t compete for attention with your wedding gown keep them clear and colorless.

Stay away from any kind of leather as far as the material they are constructed from. Satin and synthetics are best since they dry easily and do not hold water. Whatever you choose just be sure that the shoes are simple, open, and easy to remove sand and water from so that your beach wedding will be as enjoyable and care free as possible.

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Styling Tips for Trench coat with dresses

March 9, 2019 Grace Kelly Leave a comment

Women are all about fashion. From dresses for women to the outerwear of women, the style gets change continuously. For a lady being the spotlight is not that difficult. All you need is to know about being fashionable is to look at what fits you and what is trendy. For example, nowadays the trench coats are very stylish.

Trench coats are light, practical and work from all day long to the night. Trench coats look superb whether you wore it over a sweater, jeans, or even over a short black dress. From runways to roads trench coats are everywhere. The trench coat is all around and one of the essential piece of cloth that a woman’s wardrobe must have. Trench coats are incredibly versatile. Whether you are wearing sneakers, bikers, stilettos, or sandals, they go with every footwear. When you do not figure out what to wear than consider to wear a trench coat, it is being said, when in doubt wear a trench coat.

Which Trench Coat one should buy?

One should consider fabric, color, and length of trench coat before making a purchase. Here is a guide on what type of fabric, color, pattern, and length is suitable to all kind of looks.

Look for the Fabric

The trench coat like a leather biker jacket is one of the expensive fashion side and the most iconic fashion investment that proves to be the best lifetime purchase ever. However, fabric like wool and fur is also good to keep you warm and fashionable at the same time.

Look for colors

Also, go for primary colors while buying a trench coat. Basic colors like nudes, blacks, or whites go on top of everything that you wore. French women of every age wore trench coats with flair and style. Look for a traditional trench coat that has a knot. Trench coats with buckle give a royal touch to your personality.

Look for length

There are three basic length types for trench coats. The short, medium and the long.

• Short length: Short length trench coat falls right on your hips. If you want to wear a short trench coat, then go for a midi dress underneath. This type of look would be best for party wear. But if you are going for a casual look then do wear a short shirt underneath and jeans to complete your look with a small length trench coat.

• Medium length: Medium length ranges from knees length to 5 inches above knees. If the underneath layer of your dress is shorter than your knees then go for a longer trench coat or if your dress is longer than your knees than go for a shorter trench coat length.

• Long length: Long length trench coat almost covers up your whole body. We recommend wearing a short shirt underneath if your trench coat is open in the front. Also, consider wearing high heels to give a royal aesthetic.

Look for pattern

Patterns were all over the runways women’s trench coats. Go for one color check during office meetings. If you are going for a friend’s meet-ups, then go for colorful patterns. Every wardrobe of women should have a basic check pattern trench coat. They would be good for casual meet-ups to formal occasions.

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How To Make Bridesmaids Happy With Their Bridesmaid Dresses

March 8, 2019 Grace Kelly Leave a comment

It’s your wedding. Although it was an exhausting week, you’re happy. But if you look carefully at your bridesmaids, they are not exulting. It’s your big day and you think they at least should be happy for you, right? Well, they may be happy for you, but not with the bridesmaid dresses you picked. What went wrong?

The Bridesmaids Matter

It’s your wedding all right, but that doesn’t mean that you’re the only one who should look beautiful. Your bridesmaids play a big role in the ceremony and they should look fantastic, confident, and oozing with poise. A lot of this depends on the bridesmaid dresses you picked.

Choosing the right bridesmaid dresses is even more important than choosing the wedding photographer and the florist. You’re buying or renting dresses for your bridesmaid who are your bosom friends. When the bride loses sight of the importance of the bridesmaids’ gowns or dresses, things are sure to boomerang on the wedding day.

Well, the bride may delay giving the bridesmaids clear instructions about the purchase of the dresses until her own wedding dress and everything in-between is settled. When the date nears her wedding day, she panics, picks out a design she likes best without consulting the bridesmaids, and sends it all out to them.

When the bridesmaids try them on, the measurements are all wrong and there’s nothing much she can do but rush it to the bridal shop for some alterations. The agony the bridesmaids have to go through just to assemble themselves for the wedding day can be mind boggling and if they have to wear lumpy dresses – that would be too much.

Of course, they’ll put on a smile, but your wedding won’t be as pleasantly memorable to them as it is to you. They’ll recoil at the thought of what they had to endure. You should remember that your choice of bridesmaid dresses may not necessarily actually look good on your bridesmaids. That’s precisely why you shop for the dresses with your bridesmaids so they can put in their two cents worth.

Make Your Bridesmaids Happy With the Right Dress

If you want to make your bridesmaids as happy as you are on the big day, you should get them bridesmaid dresses that would bring out the best in them. Here are some friendly tips to get you through:

* Allow them to pick a few designs they like and have them all try on the same dress. Then choose narrow down your choices to at least three.

* Tell them what you have in mind, but don’t forget to ask them about their thoughts or ideas on the dresses. Ask them what they like and what they’re comfortable with. And with their help, choose a dress that looks good on all of them. This is not always possible, though, if you’re working around a budget.

Women have different bodies and skin tones. In this case, the best thing to do (that is if your budget allows you to) is to reach a compromise. A great way to do this is by getting each bridesmaid a dress of their choice. Just pick out a material of the same color that can be used on all dresses so that they look coordinated and choose a color scheme that will complement their skin tones.

This way, the bridesmaid dresses will serve the wearers while still blending perfectly with your motif. In the end, everybody is happy – the bridesmaids with their dresses and yourself for the job well done.

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What Color Shoes to Wear with Red Prom Dresses

February 14, 2019 Grace Kelly Leave a comment

Red is the color of extremes. It’s the color of passionate love, seduction, violence, danger, anger, and adventure. Our prehistoric ancestors saw red as the color of fire and blood – energy and primal life forces. A Red dress has always been one of the most iconic symbols of feminine chic and Hot, and has been serving as an irreplaceable means of accentuating the looks, be those meant for an evening out, a romantic date, or just a prom party.

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Discount Prom Dresses: Fabulous Style for a Fraction of the Price

February 7, 2019 Grace Kelly Leave a comment

Take some of the sting out of paying for prom with a discount prom dress that’s elegant, memorable and looks like a million bucks.

Prom is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start looking for prom dresses. If you’re like most girls (and their parents), you want a dress that is spectacular and memorable, but doesn’t break the bank. So how do you find a stunning discount prom dress that doesn’t scream “discount”?

Before You Shop
Before you embark on your discount prom dress quest, get an idea of what kind of dress you’d like to have. Are there certain colors you favor? Would you prefer a short prom dress or a long prom dress? A princess-like prom dress or a simple and elgant prom dress? Looking through magazines, department stores or online stores ahead of time can help you decide on which styles you’re interested in. It’s also a good idea to be honest with yourself about what type of dress and what colors look best on you.

You should allow yourself plenty of time to shop, especially if you’re considering purchasing a discount prom dress online or will need alterations. It will take time to find your perfect dress, so don’t leave it until the last minute.

Bridal Boutiques
Bridal shops can be a great source for unique prom dresses. Why? Many bridesmaid dresses are quite beautiful and make perfectly elegant prom dresses. While browsing, be sure to ask about off-season, sale and discount prom-type dresses. These specials aren’t always advertised, so it’s always a good idea to ask.

Shop Online
These days it’s quite safe – and easy – to shop online. In fact, the Internet opens up a whole new world of possibilities for finding discount prom dresses – but it all depends on how you search. A search for “discount prom dresses” or “clearance prom dresses” will yield numerous results, but also entering a past year (ex: 2007 prom dresses, 2005 prom dresses) will also yield some interesting – and affordable – results. Also be sure to search for bridesmaid dresses, formal dresses and evening gowns, since they all make stunning prom dresses.

Consignment Stores
Some people just don’t want to hold onto their prom dresses or bridesmaid gowns. So what do they do with them? Many times, they will sell them to consignment stores. The prom dresses you will find at consignment stores cost considerably less than those at department stores, and are usually in fabulous shape, since most consignment stores have stringent requirements about the quality of items they will accept.

Online Auctions
You’d be amazed at the amount of affordable prom dresses available at online auction sites such as eBay. Before you bid on a prom dress, be sure to finalize your budget. You may also want to find a couple of alternate prom dresses in case you are outbid on your first choice. When searching on eBay, you’ll get the maximum results if you search on “prom dresses,” bridesmaid dresses,” “formal dresses” and “evening gowns.”

There are ways to find affordable prom dresses for your special night that make you look like a million bucks. Just use some creativity and allow yourself plenty of time to shop and you’ll have no trouble finding the prom dress of your dreams – for a fraction of the price.