Lovely: Bridal Fashion Inspiration

The Lovely List- Friday Wrap Up

Jordan — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:00:04 +0000

Alexander McQueen, don’t do this to me! You give a girl heart palpitations!

The Top Ten Most Romantic Hotels. Swoon.

I’m in love with the idea of this surprise wedding, especially on Christmas Eve.

Strawberry Lemonade Bars are the perfect sweet for a spring picnic!

A super cute swimsuit for all you tropical honeymooners! Mine is on its way

The Bridal Cape. Just trust me, and click the link.

We love this swiss dot Sarah Seven!

One Great…New Lovely Store!

Lovely — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:21:47 +0000

So our big news is that we have picked a date for our LA Store opening…Valentine’s Day! Check out our updated site with our Los Angeles store information. Our appointment system is not yet updated, but check back on Monday when you can start making appointments!

Photo by Tim Melideo for Lovely. Dress by Claire La Faye Full campaign coming soon.

February Featured Vendor – Jessica Leigh Paperie

Elizabeth — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:14:01 +0000

It is with pleasure to introduce to you our February Featured Vendor, Jessica Leigh Paperie. This New York City based graphic designer and wedding stationer has a degree in Digital Art & Design, a love for beautiful stationary, and an eye for detail.

Jessica offers custom design services, creating unique social correspondence, and paper goodies, for all occasions. With a belief that beauty is all in the details, her handcrafted paper products consistently surpass client expectations.

To learn more about Jessica Leigh, maker sure to check out her website and her blog!

Interested in becoming one of our featured vendors? Email elizabeth(at)LovelyBride(dot)com for more information!

Lovely LA – Vintage Decor!

Lovely — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:00:13 +0000

Remember when we opened our NYC store and shared our decor finds with you along the way? We thought we’d give you a sneak peak into our LA findings!

We are going to do a vintage chandelier cluster in our lobby. Aren’t these chandeliers we found divine? They came from Etsy, Craiglist, and The Rose Bowl Flea Market (which is out of this world!)

Then just like NY, we wanted HUGE custom mirrors so you can feel completely glam. We think these huge 4ft x 6ft puppies will do the trick and they are so sweet.

And we are super stoked about a rug we just got yesterday. Jeni Maus from Found Rentals has been doing some scouting for us. I sent her this color palette for our lobby area, and she found this rug shortly after! She is like a vintage decor super sleuth! Isn’t it perfect?

More cool finds next week and a BIG announcement later today (or tomorrow morning, technology permitting) about our store opening!

Decor & Details: Woodwork

Elizabeth — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:00:40 +0000

With all the glitz and glamour, it’s sometimes nice to go back to nature. Lately, I’ve been crushing on just that–woods, greens, and especially birch. I’m loving all the different ways people have incorporated birch into candle holders, colored pencils, and bed posts. For someone looking for a natural, rustic look for their wedding, birch might be a good place to start!

(Top Left & Clockwise: Etsy, Something Old Something New, Brunch At Saks, Etsy, Brunch At Saks)

(Top Left & Clockwise: Elle Decor, Blue Velvet Chair, Better Home & Garden, The Sweet Life of Studio)

Bridal Stylist – Best Dressed SAG Awards Edition

Elizabeth — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:00:42 +0000

Ah, I love award show season. Seriously! It’s my version of football season. If there was a bar that played all the award shows, where people cheered when they saw a dress they loved and grunted when they saw one they didn’t, I’d be there in a heartbeat. Unfortunately no thing exists (at lease that I know of!) And so, I’m left to watch all the ladies (and gentlemen!) stroll down the red carpet all by my lonesome self. With only the company of a jar of Dulce de Leche Ice Cream. Yes, I admit it. Almost as fun as that is being able to pick out my favorites and share it with all you lovely readers. Here are my picks:

I love color but sometimes black is just the way to go. Amber Heard must have taken my advice (because you know, we like talk ALL the time) because she looked absolutely fabulous in this cut-out Zac Posen gown. On the other side of the spectrum was Emily Blunt shining like a big giant emerald in this amazing one-shoulder Oscar de la Renta gown. That slit is beyond.

Lea Michele almost always makes my best dressed lists. The girl has got some style! This light colored Versace gown was almost spot on. I’d also like to comment on her hair–so simple yet perfect. As for Rose Byrne, we all loved her in Bridesmaids but I’m especially loving her outfit choice. It’s cool to see someone wearing something other than a gown. Plus, you can never go wrong with Elie Saab. I’m still waiting for that Elie Saab Haute Couture dress to land on my doorstep. (Are you listening to me, Elie Saab gods?)

I’ve never been a huge fan of Jayma Mays character in Glee, but I AM a fan of this glittery number by Reem Acra the actress decided to wear to this years’ SAG Awards. The silhouette alone is amazing. Judy Greer also looked fabulous in this white Colette Dinnigan gown. I smell wedding dress?

Do you agree with my picks? If not, which was your favorite look of the night?

The Lovely List- Friday Wrap Up

Jordan — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:00:28 +0000

Another week has come and gone, and by golly was it a busy one! We are very excited to be coming into our busy season at Lovely, introducing new designers, and finding you your perfect dress! Here is some inspiration to leave you with for the weekend!

Sweet Little Photographs, we love you!

Have you seen Ivy and Aster’s new collection? Our favorite vendors are all over the blogosphere this week!

Je Ne Sais Quoi! This shoot has it!

Cute Valentine’s Day Decor!

DIY Girly Bowtie!

Elizabeth Messina…I just….can’t….it’s just so beautiful!

One Great Dress- Celeb Sighting!

Jordan — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:00:12 +0000

Amy Smart was my favorite bride of the week. Her wedding day style was simple, country chic, that completely suited the occasion. She kept her look classy with a sleek do, natural make-up, and killer Prada platforms. How cute is her hubby?

Photogrpahy by Ben and Laura Harrison of Harrison Studio.

As seen on Green Wedding Shoes.

New Lovely Designer – Tara La Tour

Lovely — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:00:51 +0000

We are BEYOND thrilled to be welcoming a designer who’s creative vision leaves us in awe. You have to see Tara La Tour’s dresses in person to believe them. Save your pennies gals…these dresses are well worth it! More posts on this up-and-comer next week!

Decor & Details – Heart Party

Elizabeth — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:00:43 +0000

A heart. The archetype of love. Where it all comes from. So important in this whole scheme of love that I think it’s time we take a second and appreciate hearts all of the same shape but all in different sizes and colors. After all, Valentine’s day is almost here!

A heart full of people, a heart you can eat with, the shape of a heart after one too many glasses of wine, a heart of flowers, the heart of tea, save-the-dates sealed with a heart, and a heart cut-out banner.

Confetti hearts, thumb-prints of love, a ring of love, heart-macaroon cakes.

P.S- How awesome is that heart you can eat with? Split it in two and you’ve got two forks, two scoops, and two knives. Share it with the ones you love.