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Top Five Couture Gowns for Mother of the Bride/Groom from Andrea’s Fashions

May 8, 2014 Leave a Comment

At BHL, we are in love with brides and their weddings, and can you blame us? When viewing gorgeous images of all the pretty details of their weddings, it has us obsessed. However, today we are doing a special post. With Mother’s day around the corner, we are taking a moment to view some super gorgeous gowns for the mothers of brides/grooms. We thought that bridal gowns were stunning, and then when we took a look at the gowns that moms can wear, and we fell in love! Moms can also feel and look amazing on their son or daughter’s wedding day too, (not too steal the spotlight for too long though!). However, mothers are special, and we think they should feel fabulous too. We are in love with a fabulous salon , Andrea’s Fashions which is located in Beverly Hills, and Orange County, California. This salon does not disappoint. With their jaw dropping gorgeous couture gowns for the moms of the wedding, they offer something for any style. Without further adieu, lets take a peek at the five top stylish and trendy gowns for the mothers. Each unique and made for a mom out there! Moms, this one is for you, so go ahead and spoil yourself. You deserve it!

Organza hand pleated bustier 4 ply silk mermaid skirt. Ice Blue and Charcoal Color. We love this gown! It is simple, yet very sophisticated and chic at the same time. Look at that belt! Oh my goodness.

Navy Lave dress with a silver organza underlay. Layers of Tulle skirt. This is showstopper for sure! You can almost see all the heads turn for this one. The details are impeccable!

Heavy White gazar dress with black chantilly lace applique. They say the bride is the only one that can wear white, and yes that is true. However, this gown is perfect for the wedding where the bride wants the wedding party and close family to wear white on her wedding day. Remember Kim Kardashians wedding?

Beaded Tulle over print underlay for depth and detail. Obsessed with this super gorgeous gown! It is so romantic and lovely.

Lace and tafetta dress Bustier with fit flare share. Drop torso gown. We love how this gown is short, and a super sexy. Moms can feel and look sexy, while looking classy. Seriously love this one!

Visit Andrea’s Fashions and see all the amazing gowns they have to offer.

Happy Mother’s Day!!

Photography by Whatabetty Photography and Forever Long Photography

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Mother of the Bride/Mother of the Groom Gowns from Andrea’s Fashions

June 19, 2013 Leave a Comment

One of the best parts of my job, is sharing hot wedding trends with you. Trends come and go, and we want to keep you updated with all of the latest ones in weddings. Today’s trend is all about the moms of weddings. Yep, mother of the brides or grooms, this one is for you! When it comes to gorgeous gowns and the ultimate in customer service, look no further than the outstanding salon, Andrea’s Fashions. From jaw dropping gorgeous couture gowns to the Mother of the Bride/Groom, they’ve got it all, and it’s all amazing. I am talking, beautiful, stylish, and oh so pretty. Without further adieu, lets take a peek at some of the stylish and trendy gowns for the mothers. Each unique and made for a mom out there! You better sit down for this one because you will have a total swoon moment! I know I did.

Green Dress Short: Emerald Green Duchess of Satin. Black lace over green sequined bow. The bustier corset that is built in gives every woman the support that they need without worry or a bra. The emerald green ties into the upcoming fall 2013 trend of jewel tones. This short dress is appropriate for any mother of the bride that wants to look amazing without having to go into a full black tie gown.

Black Dress with Netting: This gown is so Great Gatsby we can’t even handle it. It has gold liquid lining with rushing and English netting.The skirt is french cut lace appliqué, hand made scallop, with drop of black swarovski crystals for a bit of a pop. You can change the neckline of the dress. The netting can be strapless, off the shoulder, or completely covering your chest. You can go from conservative at the ceremony to fun and care free at the reception. This dress is everything a mother needs.

Blue Mermaid Backless: Sleek and biased cut. Such an amazing shape for a mom who has the body to pull it off. Has a 1940s influence. It is sexy and sophisticated while still fitting the role of mother of the bride. Added some tulle to make it a little more conservative for the Mom who doesn’t want to bare her back to the world. This dress is fun, flirty, and very easy to wear.

Pink Short: French ribbon lace applique on iridescent french taffeta. The pique skirt is also french iridescent taffeta. It is very figure friendly and can be made in any color combination you desire. This very structured corset short dress is perfect for any occasion. It is sophisticated and fun. The strapless top with sweet heart creates a beautiful bust line for our mothers. You can even add sleeves.

Whatever style you are looking for, Andrea’s Fashions has something fabulous for you!

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Mother’s Day Inspired Cakes by Alexis Sturgeon

May 11, 2013 Leave a Comment

Good morning lovelies. It is a gorgeous Saturday morning here at BHL. As I look outside the window all I see are blue skies, and the sun shinning away. Oh, I do plan to go out and soak in all the beautiful nature…but first I have a very special Mother’s Day treat for you. I hope you have had your breakfast (or maybe you are just waking up), and now ready to indulge into some sweet goodness. My gorgeous and very talented gal Alexis from Cakes by Alexis Sturgeon has created a lovely cake for Mother’s Day weekend. At BHL, we are always finding ways to celebrate the special days, and what a better way to celebrate Mommy’s Day than with an amazing and sweet cake which is also a beautiful piece of art. The inspiration? Besides the obvious, a day dedicated for all the moms, aunts, and grandmothers out there? Alexis was inspired by a beautiful antique air vent found in Italy which happens to be french inspired from the deco era. This simple, yet pretty cake is the perfect way to shower your mom with all the love she deserves. For the big day, you can show mom how much you love and appreciate her with a beautiful cake. Mothers of the bride or mothers of the groom play a very special role for the big day, so why not get a cake in their honor? How special will they feel on your important day? Good idea right? I mean, who can say no to an awe-inspiring cake? I love sweets and I love celebrations, and the combination of the two makes my heart go pitter-patter. It is the kind of day that makes me want to jump up and down. So, grab your cup of joe, and be ready to be inspired!

Photography: Dalmiro Quiroga

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Mother of the Bride/Groom Looks from Nordstrom Mission Viejo, California

May 10, 2013 Leave a Comment

Do you know what makes us happy? Weekends! Another fabulous weekend is here, and it is going to be a special one. It is the kind of weekend where some extra love and care is sprinkled on one very important person. Yep, we are talking about the day dedicated to mothers, (but shouldn’t EVERYDAY celebrate our lovely moms?). So, in honor of Mother’s Day we are dedicating a whole weekend to them…they deserve it! , We have asked our friends at Nordstrom Mission Viejo to inspire us with a mother of the bride/groom look for the big day. The spotlight is definitely on the bride and her groom on their wedding day, however mothers of the bride or groom also deserve some love. For all you moms out there, get ready to be swooned by all the gorgeous and lovely details Nordstrom Mission Viejo has created for you to wear for your son/daughter’s special day.

Make-Up: Beauty Stylist, Sarah Zaret gives this beautiful mother a youthful yet sophisticated look. She uses a Cle de Peau Refining Foundation and concealer along with the Clarins Beauty Flash Balm to give the skin a lifted hydrated appearance. The Black Navy Liner from Bobbi Brown both brightens and enhances the eye color. Lips should never be a distraction or too difficult to apply, so Sarah applies the Clinique Chubby stick. It’s a liner lipstick and gloss all in one. What a gorgeous mom!

Wardrobe: Personal Stylist, Susie Grossman put together a very elegant look for this lovely mother. She dresses her in a Adrianna Papell navy colored dress. The look is complete with Nadri Jewelry and a Whiting & Davies clutch.

Is this stunning mother ready for a wedding or what? I mean, she looks amazing! Elegant, chic, and super modern.

This look is one of MANY looks that Nordstrom Mission Viejo offers. They have a huge selection of gowns, accessories, and shoes for the moms. So, if you are looking for a fabulous look for your mom so she can look even more beautiful, then consider stopping by Nordstrom Mission Viejo.