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Just A Formality - Bridal Gowns & Formal Wear

Archive for March 2008

March 26th, 2008

Sexy and Elegant: Wow Them in this Blue Keyhole Top

Ruffles are a hot 2008 trend.  Chic and fashionable, this navy blue women’s top features a double layer of ruffles and a keyhole button front.

Equally appropriate for Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter, this is a great piece to add to your wardrobe.  The ruffles go all the way around the back as well.

It’s on sale [...]

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March 25th, 2008

Question: What do Lindsay Lohan, Bear Rescue, and Censorshop in India Have in Common?

Answer:  They were all in fashion news recently.
 
Lindsay Lohan/Paris Hilton Drama — Lindsay Lohan walked out of an event she was hired to work after finding out she would be helping to promote Paris Hilton’s line of handbags.  She’s getting a lot of criticism for it in the press, but I’m afraid I’m going to have [...]

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March 24th, 2008

Vintage Style for the Modern Woman: Ruby Red Dress

I love the current fashion trend of vintage-inspired women’s clothing, and I love this vintage-inspired ruby red dress! 

(When you click on the link, you’ll have to scroll down the page to view this dress.)  This authentic reproduction of a 1950’s swing dress is made of cotton.  Notice the fullness of the skirt and the criss-cross detail at [...]

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March 23rd, 2008

10 Online Shops and Tips for BridesMaid, Flower Girl, and Wedding Dress Shopping

What’s the most fun part of planning a wedding?  The clothes, of course!  But what should be fun, sometimes turns into something stressful.  After all, it’s not just your wedding dress that needs to be picked out, there’s your wedding party’s clothes, your mom’s dress, his mom’s dress, and don’t forget the dads.  Not only [...]

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March 23rd, 2008

Bustier Designer Dress (And Cookie Recipe)

Just Cavalli’s quasi-snakeskin designer dress comes in a blue/green/yellow print and is made of a spandex blend.

Here’s a closer look at this combination geometric print and animal print:

Pair it with this platform leather sandal with 3-inch wooden heels from Frye:

You can buy the short print dress and women’s shoes at Neiman Marcus, which ships worldwide (but you’ll have [...]

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March 23rd, 2008

Want a Long Formal Dress That Doesn’t Look Like Anyone Else’s?

This long, green, strapless dress is made of charmeuse satin and has a beaded bodice.  It comes in a variety of colors, including black, smoke, and champagne.

It’s part of the fantastic Alyce Designs Black Label line.  This evening gown is drop-dead gorgeous and sure to be the center of attention at any formal event.
Shop for it [...]

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March 22nd, 2008

Dress Like A Celebrity, Spend Like A Regular Person

Today, I’d like to bring your attention to a website called TabloidStyle.com.  They are self-described as “the red-carpeted road to Hollywood for the girl next door.”  TabloidStyle.com brings you the latest trends in celebrity fashion at regular-people prices. 
They have photos of your favorite celebrities, and lots of dresses, tops, handbags, etc., for sale that are the [...]

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March 22nd, 2008

Color Block Evening Gown — A Luxurious Fashion Statement

Color block (large swathes of solid colors mixed together) is in style this season, but I’ve mostly seen it on shorter dresses.  This Valentino evening gown is one of the few long formal dresses I’ve seen that incorporates colorblock, which brings this style to a new level of luxury and elegance.

This pink, purple, and yellow strapless [...]

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March 22nd, 2008

Stylish Black and White Dress with Sheer Overlay

Animal print is *in* right now, as are big, bold prints.  This trendy zebra-print dress in black and white features a sheer overlay below the bodice.

Here’s a closer look at the the silk chiffon material and chain trim along the bodice:

It’s available for purchase when you shop at the online women’s clothing store, Lew Magram.  Get the women’s shoes [...]

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March 21st, 2008

Necklace Dress by Designer YAYA AFLALO

Okay, so this is different.  It’s called a necklace dress.  Notice the necklace built into the neckline. 

This ivory, pale lavendar, and taupe dress by designer YAYA AFLALO features a bird print on silk chiffon.  Here’s a closer look at that neckline:

It’s currently in stock and on sale for 40% off.  Pair it with this Balenciaga handbag made from [...]

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