Summer is for Saving                                                                                                                                                                                             June 2024



Shopping for wedding dresses during the summer offers brides a myriad of advantages, especially with the allure of summer sales. One notable event is the National Bridal Sale, which typically runs from July 13th through the 20th, offering significant discounts on designer gowns and accessories. During this time, brides can take advantage of exclusive deals and promotions, potentially saving hundreds or even thousands of dollars on their dream dress. Additionally, many bridal boutiques hold their own summer sales, offering discounts on past season's collections or floor samples. These sales events provide brides with the opportunity to find high-quality dresses at a fraction of the original price, making the dream gown more accessible to brides on a budget. With the combination of summer sales and the National Bridal Sale, brides can find exceptional value without compromising on style or quality, making summer the ideal time to shop for wedding attire. Overall, shopping for wedding attire during the summer not only enhances the shopping experience but also ensures that brides find the perfect gown for their special day.

All About Lace                                                                                                                                                                                                         May 2024

Lace has been a timeless staple for wedding dresses, dating back to the sixteenth century. Nowadays, lace has taken on many forms and variations, creating a unique design and vibe for each gown. Whether you seek a simple, classic look, bohemian, vintage, or even fairytale-inspired gown, lace can help achieve that vision. Let's explore the different types of lace to assist you in deciding what's right for your big day!

We've compiled a list of five of the most popular laces:

1. Chantilly Lace: Originating in France, Chantilly Lace is known for its delicate floral patterns and timeless appeal. It easily adds a romantic touch to wedding gowns, making it a classic choice for modern wedding dresses.

2. Tulle Lace: Tulle lace gives a romantic, ethereal look to a wedding dress and can commonly be found on A-line and ballgown dresses. Typically, tulle lace is a combination of sheer tulle fabric and lace motifs, also suitable for sleeves and veils.

3. Corded Lace: Corded lace, a type of Chantilly lace, uses thicker cords/threads to outline the lace motifs, creating a raised textured effect. It evokes vintage styles popular throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.

4. Laser-Cut Lace: Laser-cut lace is a contemporary approach to lace-making that uses laser technology to create intricate and precise patterns on fabric. It offers endless design possibilities, allowing brides to achieve lace designs that may be too difficult to hand make.

5. Beaded Lace: Beaded lace offers intricate and ornate patterns with a touch of sparkle and glamour. The addition of beads and embellishments gives it a textured and dimensional quality that enhances its visual appeal.

Depending on the bride's vision, each of these lace styles can be used to achieve a specific look. For example, using beaded lace from head to toe can create a glamorous Hollywood-style look, while adding a small touch of beads to accent or break up a satin dress can make it appear chic and classic. Laser-cut lace can be used to create large lace motifs found on bohemian or fairytale-style wedding gowns.

At Maria's Bridal, we offer a large selection of all these lace types so your vision can become a reality. We want brides to feel they aren't boxed in by only one type of lace style. Have we convinced you to try out some lace gowns? Click here to create an appointment to see the many collections that include lace!