~by Nancy

When it comes to beauty, balance is key. It doesn’t matter if the person is dressing formally or casually; it doesn’t matter if the entire ensemble is deconstructed (unfinished edges for a high fashion look), second-hand clothes, or separate pieces; when it’s all put together with balance in mind, it will be beautiful. Applying this to a bride is no different. Using different aspects of the ensemble (gown, veil, jewelry, shoes) in a collaborative way will enhance the bride’s beauty, and bring focus to the most important part of the bride: herself.

Veils:
Unfortunately, veils are a dying breed. The blusher has lost it’s significance because of advances in our modern society. Since this tradition of a veiled face in an aisled walk has been diminished, so too has the veil itself. In fact, the trend lately has been to do away with veils altogether. This may be the result of the desire to simplify, but the veil has another important feature when it comes to fashion, and that is the significance of balance! The wedding gown itself is white and draws the eye without effort. However, the focus is upon the gown, and not the bride. Adding a veil can change this. With a veil, the eyes are brought up to the face because the face is framed in white as well as the body. The balance helps complete the picture.

Jewelry:
Sparkle needs balance, too! Again, the current fads and trends are to simplify, and this tends to equate no jewelry. Necklaces, like the veil, are dying out. Of course, it will depend upon the neckline of the gown, but considering a necklace with the bridal ensemble is a good idea.

Shoes:
One of the most agreed upon pieces of advice when it comes to the bridal clothes is to wear classic shoes. Fads will fade and trends will change, but a classic perspective will be timeless. Shoes should not be chosen based on casual, flippant, or convenient trends. The sound the shoes make (flip-flops?) can distract from the beauty of the wedding day –as can discomfort. Of course, if the shoe has some important significance (evoking memories, ties to the groom, etc.), choices increase. But choosing a classic, comfortable, and timeless shoe will complete the beauty of the bridal clothing and keep the photos of the day timeless. Nothing dates a picture more quickly than the fads of the time!

Rule of Art:
The best art is designed to keep the eye moving around; the beauty is found all over the piece of art, not just in one place. When the balance is there, the observer sees everything in movement –it is fluid. The eye does not fixate on one piece; the observer can see many perspectives. In the best works of art, this is what is shown: a balance of beauty. Photographers love veils (and trains!) for this reason; it gives the photos more dimensions to work with. When ensembles are stilted with one piece of beauty (a great gown), it is harder to create those timeless and beautiful photos.

Proportions:
Proportion is everything for balance. If there is a big, full dress, then have a big veil (flowing, long, etc.). If the gown is small and simple, then simplify the veil (head pieces, shorter length, etc). Facial features are the same. Larger ones equate larger jewelry. Smaller features equate smaller jewelry.

When the bridal ensemble comes together with balance in mind, the result is visually stunning. It creates a work of art that enhances the already present beauty of the bride. After all, this is the desired result –to showcase a beautiful bride upon her wedding day!

Avenía Bridal is a destination Bridal Boutique and Design Studio offering bridal collections form world-renowned couturiers.  Our in-house design team works with these designers to provide our brides with exactly what they imagine, taking into account religious and cultural preferences.

Avenía Bride Wendy chose for her dress Verde, a breathtaking wedding gown by designer Junko Yoshioka.  Verde is an elegant wedding dress with an asymmetrical line accented with feminine ruffles designed in a delicate geometric pattern. The gown was a lovely match for Wendy, but was originally designed as a strapless gown.  Because of personal preferences, Wendy needed her bodice customized to include sleeves and shoulders.  This was no problem for our in-house design team.

“The dress was absolutely breathtaking!  Thank you so much!!!”  said Wendy.

Congratulations Wendy!  We wish you all the best with your new marriage.

To view Verde and other designer gowns, or for a consultation, call 801-373-0194 to schedule an appointment.

We are pleased to introduce Tease, Pink of Paradox London’s best selling new shoe.  This sassy yet sophisticated, peep-toe, satin bridal shoe is now available through Avenía Bridal.  Look for TEASE, featured in the upcoming September and October issues of BRIDAL GUIDE, shown below:

Call Avenía Bridal to set up an appointment to view and try on shoes by Pink of Paradox London and other accessory designers  (801-373-0194).

Avenía Bridal recently partnered with local vendors including Branches and Camilla Photography for a wedding photo shoot to showcase local talent in the wedding industry.  Wedding dresses, beautiful designs, and an eye for detail all came together to create a successful event and breathtaking photos.  The dresses photographed included Rivini’s “Milena” wedding gown and “Drew”, a tea length wedding dress from the Vineyard Collection.

Rivini’s “Milena” is a bridal dress like no other, with clouds of silk organza and lovely rosette detailing.

“Drew” from the Vineyard Collection is a classy tea-length wedding dress and a fun spin on the traditional bridal gown.  Here, Danielle wears this gown with classic 40′s hair and accessories.

A special thank to Amanda with Branches for setting up this photo shoot and Camilla with Camilla Photography for the beautiful photographs.

Modest bridal gowns are also available at Avenía.  Milena and Drew can be built-up with sleeves and shoulders if desired.  For more information or to try on these gowns, please call Avenía Bridal Boutique to set up an appointment – 801-373-0194.

As the world anticipates a possible engagement announcement from Buckingham Palace, some of Kate Middleton’s  favorite bridal designers have created exclusive gown sketches tailored to the possible Princess-to-be’s personal style.

Rivini created this timeless silk tulle gown with a Swarovski crystal belt and tulle bolero jacket. Other designers including St. Pucchi and Priscilla of Boston’s Vineyard Collection have also created exclusive sketches, all of which were recently featured on Brides.com.

If you want to feel like royalty on your wedding day, try on a gown from one of these beloved designers, available at Avenía Bridal.  Call for an appointment- 801-373-0194.

Filippa Scott has become one of Britain’s leading bridal shoe designers, and her line is now available at Avenía Bridal.  These elegant shoes are crafted with the finest natural materials for beauty, comfort and quality.  Three styles have just arrived:  Emma, Lola, and Phoebe.

Avenía Bridal has one of the largest accessories collections in Utah, carefully chosen to enhance your style and any wedding gown.   Call Avenía Bridal for an appointment to view these shoes and other bridal accessories:  801-373-0194.

From Rivini’s Spring 2010 Collection, Alia is soft, flowing and exquisitely detailed.  Delicate flower and leaf accents are combined with crystal and pearl embellishments to create a gown that beautifully expresses the latest in bridal gown trends- florals, textures and dimension.

We loved Alia at New York bridal market and are excited that she has arrived at our Boutique.

Alia is available as shown or customized with sleeves and shoulders if desired.

Please call for an appointment to view and try on Alia as well as other wedding gowns: 801-373-0194.

Just in time for Summer, Avenía is having a sample bridal gown sale!  Beautiful designer wedding gowns with discounts of 20-50% are available now at Avenía Bridal Boutique.

Avenía chooses bridal gowns from the latest collections at New York Bridal Market.  Periodically, we make room for the newest collections by discounting some of our sample gowns.  Purchasing a discounted sample gown is a great way to get an amazing, designer look for your wedding day.

Sample gowns are available to view and try on.  Please call for an appointment: 801- 373-0194.

Introducing Charlotte: An award-winning shoe by designer Benjamin Adams

Inspired by Charlotte Casiraghi- daughter of Caroline of Monaco and granddaughter of late Princess Grace of Monaco- this shoe embodies the vision and style of a princess, “with the pearls and Swarovski stones representing her royal heritage, lace to embody her alluring elegance and a stiletto heel to express her fashion flair.”

Charlotte is the ultimately glamorous bridal stiletto and is available through Avenía Bridal as are other Benjamin Adams creations.

Scarlett:

Astor:

New! Charlize:

New! Electra:

Call Avenía Bridal to set up an appointment or for more information: 801-373-0194.

Monday in New York City.  Rush hour in Times Square is fascinating to watch.  A pair of police officers on every corner to keep everything running smoothly.

We had a full day meeting with gown designers, including Badgley Mischka, Tara Keely and several others.  We also visited some amazing accessory designers, choosing artistic, unique and exciting accessories to compliment your gown and complete your look.  We can’t wait for them to arrive at the boutique!

Belts such as these at Badgley Mischka can be the perfect compliment to complete your bridal look.

This Junko Yoshioka gown, Estee, with hand silk screened floral detail provides a glimpse of Junko’s artistry.

Estee by Junko Yoshioka

Silk Screening Floral Detail

Fun frills, new this season from Badgley Mischka!

Badgley Mischka Wedding Details: Frills