Whether your wedding dress is long or short, you’ll want to wear some beautiful shoes on your feet! Shoe shopping is always a lot of fun, so why not make a day of shopping for all the coordinating accessories that complete your head-to-toe look? There may even be some items you haven’t considered. For example, you won’t likely carry a handbag for your walk down the aisle, but you’ll certainly want a fabulous bag to carry all your essentials for the rest of the day.

Your wedding is a once in a lifetime opportunity to go all out, so why not try something you wouldn’t normally wear, like glamorous gloves?! Go for long, formal styles or short retro-glam options. Wedding accessories are so popular right now that the selection is amazing, with everything from new trends to traditional details. Mix and match the styling until you find a total wedding look that’s all your own.

If you go to a store like David’s Bridal, you can enjoy trying on a variety of fun accessories all in one location. They carry everything from shoes and gloves to tiaras and veils. You can even find your wedding jewelry there, as well as some extra special touches for your reception like a bridal money purse or a special guest book and pen. You can browse davidsbridal.com for ideas, but don’t underestimate how great the experience will be when you go to the store and check out all the fun wedding accessories for yourself. Your wedding is a once in a lifetime event, so make the most of every moment planning it!

Now that you’ve found that gorgeous gown for your walk down the aisle, it’s time to select the perfect accessories! After deciding on your dazzling jewelry and coordinating hair accessories, consider dyeable shoes and handbags as a chic and affordable way to complete your picture-perfect look. Not only will they complement your dream dress, but after the big day, you can transform these accessories with your favorite color to enjoy for future special occasions. Here are some styles “to dye for:”

Step It Up

David’s Bridal offers a gorgeous array of comfortable and affordable shoes that can be dyed to perfectly match your dress. Whether you are looking for closed toe coverage, peep toe pumps or sexy sandals, we carry an impressive array of fashion forward styles in stores and online. Our goal is to make it easy and fun for you to find the perfect match!

Finishing Clutches

When dressing for your wedding, it’s important to remember a sleek handbag to hold all of your essentials. Whether you prefer a clutch, wristlet or handle bag, most of our versatile styles come with a convenient shoulder strap and won’t break the bank!

Make the Most of Your Investment

Once you’ve said “I do,” simply visit your closest David’s Bridal store and choose from approximately 100 colors to dye your shoes and handbags. From rich Apple red or golden Saffron to classic Silver or Black, dyeing will turn your accessories into closet staples you’ll wear again and again for a variety of occasions. It’s also a fabulous way to carry a memento from your wedding long into the future. The hardest part may be deciding what color you like the best!

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Now that you’ve decided on a gown and your bridal party dresses, it’s time to get Mom outfitted. Here are some helpful tips to finding a flattering ensemble that will make her look and feel special.

Moms come in all shapes and sizes, with a variety of fashion senses too. That’s why David’s Bridal offers a wide range of options from classic to fashion forward, short to long, and simple one-piece dresses to gorgeous two-piece jacket ensembles. Our Mothers & Special Guest Collection is designed to complement our bridal party and gown assortment so your wedding photos will look fabulous. The stylish designs are also created with comfort in mind, perfect for destination weddings or dancing the night away.

Venues or even the season of your wedding can dictate the type of dress your Mom wears. For an outdoor or summer wedding, a short dress is appropriate. This sleeveless dress with bead detail is very flattering on a variety of figures.

Or she might opt for a little more coverage like this silver jacquard short jacket and dress.

For more formal weddings, your Mom might consider a longer dress. This modern style is a definite show stopper with its cap sleeve bolero and embellishment details.

No matter what dress your Mother selects, she is sure to feel very special standing next to you on your big day. And don’t forget it’s a special day for your groom’s Mom too. A fun and easy way to bond with your future Mother-in-law is to invite her dress shopping! Good luck and happy shopping.

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All eyes were on Hollywood’s favorite starlets as they walked the red carpet at the 2009 Primetime Emmy Awards. Even though they all couldn’t take home a prized statuette, many picked up nods for their award-winning fashion statements. If you want to make an unforgettable entrance at any event, we can help you achieve that chic, celebrity look for less. You’ll be surprised just how easy and affordable it is to find a style with all the glamour of the red carpet!

Dazzling Necklines

Take a cue from Christina Applegate, January Jones and Leighton Meister and opt for a dress with an interesting neckline. With so many new shapes and updated classics, it’s easier than ever to select a style that is figure-flattering and complements your personality. Choose from traditional sweetheart or off-the-shoulder looks, or look-at-me styles ranging from elegantly embellished Y-necks to plunging V-necks. David’s Bridal special occasion collection offers a variety of fashion-forward designs that will get you noticed.

Lady in Red

Blake Lively and Hayden Panettiere turned heads in their ravishing red gowns. This bold jewel tone works well for almost all skin types and is a great go-to color when you want a change from a little black dress. With an amazing array of crimson-hued gowns from short and playful to long and sleek, our elegant collection ensures you will look picture-perfect in the silhouette that suits you best.

Wowing One-Shoulders

Looking to stand out in style? Debra Messing, Mary Louise Parker and Chloe Sevigny did just that in striking one shoulder dresses. Channel your inner Greek goddess and show off your fashion savvy in a sophisticated long or short one shoulder stunner. Our eye-catching designs will help you reveal your true Hollywood glamour without blowing your budget.

When it comes to shopping for that next special occasion, get ready to unleash your inner-celebrity and make the “best dressed” list with our on-trend looks!

If you want to be traditional, a veil can add beautiful significance to your ceremony.  It is a timeless look, and allows for a timeless tradition:  The lifting of the veil.  Somehow, that moment where the groom lifts his bride’s veil to reveal her glowing face is a romantic moment, to be cherished for a lifetime.  It is significant, too, and adds an air of mystery when the bride walks down the aisle with her father (or another important man in her life) and still has the veil over her face.

If you decide to wear a wedding veil, you can find some beautiful ones to choose from at David’s Bridal.  They have everything from fingertip veils to veils that coordinate beautifully with cathedral-length trains and gowns.  There are short, modern veils with crystals and satin trim if you choose, or long and lacy versions.  Once you decide that a veil is for you, the sky is the limit as far as the type.  Just know that no matter which veil you choose for your wedding day, you will be adding an element that is timeless and elegant.