A trunk show is when a bridal designer sends their entire collection to a bridal boutique. Since bridal boutiques usually carry a curated selection, this is the only chance you get to try on all the designer’s gowns. Here are the trunk shows happening in the next week. Be sure to call the boutique to make an appointment. Anne Barge Trunk Show Naeem Khan Trunk Show Visit Bridal Events for more trunk shows happening this season. The post Trunk Show Tuesday: Anne Barge, Naeem Khan appeared first on D Weddings ..read more

Emily Tabor & Jack CozortApril 1, 2023 “We wanted the wedding weekend to feel like a group vacation,” says Emily Tabor of her wedding to Jack Cozort. And that’s no surprise, considering the couple met as interns at Southwest Airlines. After traveling with friends over the summer of 2018, Jack and Emily started to date. But it wasn’t until a mishap-laden trip to Colorado that Emily was sure steady and calm Jack could be her travel partner for life. After dating for three years, Jack proposed.  The couple landed on Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, for their spring nuptials. Emily had grow ..read more

Planning a wedding, but unsure where to start? Get inspired by our favorite wedding posts from this week. From elegant florals to spectacular venues, these posts will have you swooning.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Lela Rose Bridal (@lelarosebridal)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by John Cain Photography (@johncainphotography)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Dallas, TX Bridal Boutique (@patsysbridalboutique)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Magnolia Boone Paperie (@magnolia ..read more

From china and checked linens to fringe and flounces, Southern style can be yours—if just for a night—with these rentals. Southerners are known for their effortlessly styled home decor, so if you’re looking to incorporated a bit of that quintessential charm into your big day, try adding one of these pieces from local vendors. Details like lace, rattan, and patterned dinnerware (bonus points for anything with a scalloped edge) are a surefire way to add the perfect frilly touch to your grand affair.  “Lilibet” sofa ($441/Loot Rentals)   beaded placemat ($9/BBJ La Tavol ..read more

Planning a wedding, but unsure where to start? Get inspired by our favorite wedding posts from this week. From elegant florals to spectacular venues, these posts will have you swooning.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bella Bridesmaids (@bellabridesmaids)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bridal Boutique : Bridal Salon (@bblewisville)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Crystal Frasier Weddings (@crystalfrasierweddings)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Julian Leaver Events (@julia ..read more

It’s a classic, cinematic moment. The doors open, everyone holds their breath, and the bride walks down the aisle as the groom fights to hold back tears. Despite this time-honored tradition, more and more couples are skipping the grand reveal and choosing to do a first look instead. With the trend on the rise, we asked four wedding experts for some insight into this popular practice. Both Stephanie Brazzle of Stephanie Brazzle Photography and Corinne Sullivan of Social Graces agree that first looks are often a logistical decision. If you’re getting married in the winter, a first look is a must ..read more

Julian Leaver & Francisco DiazNovember 12, 2022 “The timing was never right,” says wedding planner Julian Leaver of his on-again, off-again start with Francisco Diaz. “And then all of a sudden, it was.” Five years into their relationship, Julian proposed on a boat tour in St. Barts. Francisco had a hunch about what was in store but became doubtful, he says, “because there wasn’t a photographer on board, and we all know Julian would have a photographer at the ready.” Julian got down on one knee as the shutterbug—disguised as a deckhand—snapped away. A delightfully surprised Francisco s ..read more

Planning a wedding, but unsure where to start? Get inspired by our favorite wedding posts from this week. From elegant florals to spectacular venues, these posts will have you swooning.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Nasher Events (@nasherevents)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Julian Leaver Events (@julianleaver)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Dallas Wedding Planner (@somethingborrowedeventco)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Fancy Cakes By Lauren (@fancycakesbylauren ..read more

Traditional Southern food—biscuits, chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits—has long been revered as many people’s ultimate comfort food. Whether you’re wanting to incorporate your own Southern heritage or simply give your guests a little taste of home, you can’t go wrong with these classic appetizers from local caterers. Five catering pros take a modern and delicious spin on Southern fare, crafting high-quality bites perfect for your grand affair.   (clockwise from left) 1.Tomato and Pimento-Cheese Tartlets “Serving unique and delicious food at a wedding is often a way for a couple to add ..read more

Searching “bridal hair” on Pinterest will serve you with countless styles—sleek buns, beach waves, braids, etc—to consider for your big day. As with most aspects of the wedding planning process, the options and inspiration available to you are vast and maybe overwhelming, but choosing your day-of look doesn’t have to be complicated. We asked hair experts Fiona Taylor of Faces by Fiona, Anita Brown of Elan Makeup Studio, and Mayra Rams-Sanabria of My Fabulous Faces what a bride should consider when choosing her wedding hairstyle, including helpful insights and current trends. Courtesy of Elan M ..read more