Five Trending Bridal Shower Looks for Summer

Hey gorgeous gals! Summer has officially kicked off, so it’s time to ditch the leggings and enjoy the sunshine in style. Summer bridal showers are a perfect platform to flaunt fun summer style, and this is your guide for what’s trending right now.

Look #1: Flowy and Free

 

 

The layered maxi skirt has been on the rise lately, and so has this gorgeous mermaid turquoise shade. To work this trend, I suggest pairing with a button up sleeveless blouse. A white top with an embellished collar dresses up a basic, making it a versatile piece in your wardrobe. Plus it is completely functional and comfy in the summer time! Pair it all with a detailed bun and flattering studs to create a look that is polished and still very trendy. If you’re heading to a bridal shower at a restaurant or even somewhere a little more adventurous, this look will be perfect.

Look #2: Down to Earth

 

For a look that is trendy with an earthy flair, keep an eye out for pretty braided accessories and lacy layered dresses. A simple belt at the high waistline is quite flattering around a tummy. Pair with a tailored blazer in a hot summer color, like orange. Just make sure to balance it out with nude heels so the color doesn’t clash with anything else.  If your bridal shower is at a home or is a family based event, this warm look is perfect.

Look #3: Classic Romantic

 

 

That Tiffany’s blue is always going to be perfect for any event bridal-related, hands down. This look particularly is polished and appropriate for any bridal shower. The modest neck line and the boxy cut of the dress hugs curves in the right places without being too tight or inappropriate. Pair with similarly toned creamy heels and a delicate hairpiece for a look that says ‘classic romance’ meets cute and trendy. To give the look a little more personal flair, pair it with a hot clutch. Knuckle rings have been popping up lately, and this clutch is a very flirty way to work that trend.

Look #4: Bohemian Beauty

 

This beautiful deep periwinkle tone is showing up everywhere and will be one of the hottest shades this season. The flattering shade will pull a summer glow out of any skin tone, creating an instant sun-kissed look. I’ve been loving this shade paired with warm browns to balance out the powerful periwinkle. For more casual bridal showers, a brown gladiator flat is both trendy and functional. For hair, I would suggest leaving your hair in loose waves either half up, or with a braided detail. This look is all about something beautiful with details that make it all the more personal.

Look #5: Retro Romantics

 

If you’re heading to a bridal shower that may be a bit more formal (at a country club, etc.), a look along these lines may be perfect for you. The peplum skirt is a trend that has been really taking off this season, and its’shape is both trendy and demure. I love this creamy pink, particularly paired with a lacy peeptoe heel. This look is all very feminine and romantic, but is updated with vintage accessories. The cat eye sunglasses fit seamlessly with the outfit while updating it to have a unique retro-inspired look. Vintage pieces and retro styles have been going strong, and because they are a proven classic any pieces will be instant staples of your wardrobe all year long.

 

Presidents Day: Three American Inspired Looks

In celebration of Presidents Day, we wanted to share our American love, and give you three American inspired looks.  Put together by wardrobe stylist  Connie Kim  from Styled by Connie, each look embodies the “All American” colors of red, white, and blue.  The outfits all illustrate  a clean, casual, yet sophisticated look, which are perfect for Presidents Day. As we are inspired by Presidents Day, we hope you can find inspiration in these amazing outfits. Happy Presidents Day!

 

“Free Falling”                                                                                                        “Casual Chic”

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                                                    “California Dreaming”
  •  “Free Falling”: Blue denim maxi dress paired with red pumps to go with an accented red belt, topped off with a white handbag and gold accessories.
  •  “Casual Chic”: Staying true to classic American fashion, denim jeans paired with a festive red and white striped top. Paired with nude stilettos, gold accessories, aviators and a sun hat.
  • “California Dreaming”: High waisted blue shorts with a red floral crop top, paired with a white blazer, gold sandals and a nude clutch. Topped off with simple gold jewelry.

A Valentine’s Day Photo Shoot: Romantic Looks for the Day

Happy Valentine’s Day! Today you have an excuse to get all dolled up, put on that new outfit, and spend the day with the one you love. A couple weeks ago I had an idea to create a Valentine’s Day inspired photo shoot. So I got together with wardrobe stylist, Connie Kim from Styled by Connie. She was thrilled about the idea, and quickly we came up with a concept. Our goal was to inspire and show how to incorporate vintage and modern elements combined to create soft, romantic outfits for a Valentine’s Day date. The idea was to keep with a clean and sophisticated style and use a color palette consisting of muted tones with pops of bright colors.

Here are five fabulous looks for Valentine’s day:

  “Sophisticated Dinner Date”

Here is a look which takes elements of old “Hollywood Glam” styling. Incorporating a high-waist laced skirt, with a peach top for an added pop of color. All paired with nude closed-toe pumps to tie in soft and sophisticated features. Accessories includes a dainty long gold and pearl chain necklace with a black handbag. Confidant and sophisticated, and ready to hit the town!

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Sophisticated Dinner Date

Sophisticated Dinner Date

Sophisticated Dinner Date

“Casual Retro Lunch”

This look combines both vintage and modern details. The dress has a retro chevron print in brown earth tones. Paired with a brass metal statement necklace, open toe wedges, a statement bangle and vintage clutch. Perfect for any “day to evening” Valentine’s Day date.

Casual Retro Lunch

Casual Retro Lunch

Casual Retro Lunch

“Casual Boho Chic Date”

Here is a look inspired by the hot pink maxi skirt. Which by the way, is a 2013 color trend for Spring/Summer. Staying true to the “boho chic” look, the skirt  is paired with a loose white blouse, black laced crop top,  and Grecian inspired accessories.  To complete the whole look, a pair of fun and bold colorful shoes are added.  Stylish and chic, and perfect for a beach-side date.

Casual Boho Chic Date

Casual Boho Chic Date

Casual Boho Chic Date

Casual Boho Chic Date

“Monochromatic Vintage Dinner Date”

This look was brought together by all monochromatic tones of nude. To give it some edge, the pop of plum shoes and studded detail wrist tie is added. The headpiece and high-waisted dress gives the look a vintage feel. This sweet and adorable outfit can be worn for a lovely dinner date.

Monochromatic Vintage Dinner Date

Monochromatic Vintage Dinner Date

Monochromatic Vintage Dinner Date

“Paris for the Night”

An absolute fave! Black and white stripes are coming back into trend for 2013. A Parisian inspired look was created. Staying true to classic French fashion, the dress is sheer and flow-y, combined with bright red heels and a pop of red lipstick. Keeping with a vintage inspired look, the white headpiece ties the ensemble all together.  This amazing look is perfect for a date at your favorite cafe, and sharing a pastry with your love.

Paris for the Night

Paris for the Night

Paris for the Night

Paris for the Night

Paris for the Night

Paris for the Night

Paris for the Night

 

Vendor Information:

Coordinator:  Niloufar Gibson from Perfectly Made Weddings
Photographer: Haley Eirich from Haley Eirich Photography
Location: Old Town Orange
Makeup & Hair: Jessica Rousseau
Wardrobe & Styling: Connie Kim from Styled by Connie
Hair Accessories & Jewelry:  Arianna Garibo from Always Ari 
Model: Farah Omidi