strapless wedding dress Archives

10Feb

Guess the Dress #2: Mon Amie Bridal Salon

By True Photography, February 10, 2015 Dresses, Vendor Spotlight

This week’s mystery dress is presented to you courtesy of Mon Amie Bridal Salon in Costa Mesa, California. This premiere bridal shop has been putting brides in dreamy gowns since 1976, including our lovely bride Jessica!

On her wedding day at the US Grant, Jessica donned the lacy strapless number shown here. With its billowing tiered ruffles and form-fitting shape, the dress gave Jessica an amazing flamenco vibe. To complete the look, she added a long lace scalloped veil, and accentuated her waistline with a stunning floral and rhinestone tie-on sash. But let’s not get distracted. The big question still remains – who designed this dress? Answer our quiz question below to find out!

Who is the designer of the wedding dress shown here?

Answer: This gorgeous wedding dress is by Pronovias – and Mon Amie Bridal Salon still carries it! :)

Mon Amie Bridal Salon is a spacious boutique that carries gowns and accessories for the entire bridal party. Along with all of the designers listed above, you will find a selection of designer gowns by big names such as Sarah Nouri and Blush by Hayley Paige. We talked with Beth from Mon Amie, who believes this season’s trends will include airy ballgowns, caplets, and dramatic necklines. She also said that many brides are requesting dress options that depart from the traditional white. So you can expect to find these styles and more in store.

Here’s what Beth had to say about visiting Mon Amie:

Keep an open mind! There are thousands of designers that make beautiful dresses, and while you may have a specific style in mind for yourself, sometimes an unexpected dress will steal your heart. Definitely try on the dresses you are drawn to, but also take a chance.

Once you have found the dress, stop looking. You love it for a reason!

Check out the images we captured of the beautiful dress that Jessica fell in love with, and be sure to visit their boutique. There is a reason they’ve been in business for over 35 years!!

See more of Jessica and Anthony’s Wedding!

26Jan

Guess the Dress #1: The Bustle Bridal Boutique

By True Photography, January 26, 2015 Dresses, Vendor Spotlight

Who is the designer of the wedding dress shown here?

Answer: This beautiful wedding dress is on The Bustle’s own private label! If you think this dress could be “the one” for you, drive on over to The Bustle – they still have it available in store! :)

As you future brides out there know, wedding dress shopping is typically one of the most exciting things about the planning process. So to inspire your dress selection, and help showcase all of the different styles available, we bring to you our Guess the Dress series!

In each Guess the Dress post, we will test your knowledge of wedding gown designers with a quiz question, and share info about the dress featured. The quiz is just for fun and won’t go on your permanent record. But if you love the dress, it could be yours forever, because we’ll tell you where you can find it :)

Today’s featured wedding dress comes from The Bustle Bridal Boutique in Del Mar, CA! It is a sweet and simple strapless soft lace gown that features a sweetheart neckline, mermaid skirt, corset back closure and sweep train. For a touch of sparkle, and to define her waistline, the bride added a beautiful crystal and pearl embellished belt. We absolutely love her understated and timeless look!

Along with all of the designers listed in our quiz, The Bustle also carries the popular Cymbeline and Heidi Elnora (who appears on TLC this month), as well as various others. So, what trends can we expect to see in style this year? According to Alison of The Bustle, “here comes the sparkle,” because elaborate beadwork is hot this season. Also, look for cap sleeves, long sleeves, bateau necklines and low backs across many design collections.

With so many styles and choices available, how do you choose that perfect wedding dress? Try them on, of course :) At your appointment, “try to bring no more than 3 people,” Alison advises. “Too many opinions make it hard for brides to really focus on what it is that makes them feel beautiful.” At every appointment, The Bustle offers cakes, champagne and a cute candy bar for the ultimate “Queen of the Day” experience. After you find your dream gown, you can take advantage of their in-house alterations, for an easy and convenient process.

Check out more close-up details of Merlot’s wedding dress, captured by our photography studio.

See more of Merlot & Joe’s Wedding at La Costa Resort and Spa!

21Jan

Lush Outdoor Wedding at Twin Oaks Garden Estate

By True Photography, January 21, 2015 Weddings

This gorgeous outdoor wedding is nothing short of a fairytale, and the images we captured will show you why!

Our young and spirited couple, Sara and Robert, had no hesitations when selecting the stunning Twin Oaks Garden Estate as the location for their fall wedding. This venue, nestled away in San Marcos, California, is truly a hidden gem. The grounds are green and lush, with impeccable landscaping, making it 360 degrees of natural beauty! The property is also adorned with fountains, vintage buildings and shabby chic décor, leading to endless photo opportunities. For example, check out the staging areas for the bridal party, including the room where Sara and her maids prepped for the big day.

To reach the ceremony site, guests followed a winding stone pathway to a secluded section of the property. There, Robert stood at the altar, a beautiful white gazebo adorned with floral garland. After a moment, Sara emerged from the twinkle-lit tunnel in her sparkling strapless gown, and was walked down the aisle by her father. The heartfelt ceremony was officiated by a friend of the couple, and then the celebration began!

To kickstart the reception, cocktails were served, and guests engaged in friendly lawn-game competitions. As the sun set, attendees made their way into a beautiful draped tent, which boasted oversized crystal chandeliers. After a delicious dinner of salmon or panchetta-wrapped chicken, the DJ had everyone out of their seat, breaking it down on the dance floor. Throughout the evening, fun activities such as a playful cake smashing, a garter retrieval show, and a competitive bouquet toss kept the crowd laughing until the wee hours of the night. This lively wedding was definitely one for the books! Congrats Sara & Robert!