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When one thinks of David's Bridal, I doubt images of Vera Wang's gorgeous couture wedding gowns come to mind.
Yet (in probably her smartest move in awhile), Vera has actually teamed up with David's Bridal and created "White by Vera Wang", a line of high quality and affordable (signature Vera Wang) wedding dresses, each ranging from 600$ to 1400$.
I know what you're thinking, dear readers:
WHHHHHAAAAATTTT??
VERA WANG FOR THAT PRICE?? NO WAY! THESE DRESSES MUST BE HIDEOUS AND ACTUALLY BE MADE OUT OF TOILET PAPER!!!
Actually, no.
Take a look at the (first) 10 dresses unveiled:
Not bad, Vera.
Other than the sad looking dress on the bottom row (5th), I sincerely like what I see. Each dress is a distinct style, making the overall collection appealing and accessible to many different brides.
Personally, I'm crazy about the 3rd dress on the bottom row (who's surprised?). The folds on the skirt (the fabric looks so luxe!) and the one-sided sleeve makes it incredibly modern.
The best part is, most of these dresses look like they could easily be in the 2000$ + price range, especially with a Vera Wang tag inside.
(Note that the 3rd and 4th look on the top row were inspired by the gowns she created for Chelsea Clinton and Ivanka Trump, respectively).
So Fashionista Brides, get ready. The White collection (in its entirety!) will be in stores in February 2011.
Check out this video with Vera herself, as she gives you (and Oprah.com (therefore, the entire world)) an exclusive sneak peak.
The 2010 Golden Globes' Red Carpet was beyond enjoyable - but not for the fashion. This year, it rained and rained and rained some more, which meant that all the lady celebrities had to not only try and keep their dresses dry, but attempt to look good while posing with/under an umbrella. The horror!
Anyways, here is Kate Hudson doing her thing. Why is she on WB, you ask? Well, she's wearing a wedding dress. And I'm not just saying that because she's in an elaborate white gown. No no. It's ACTUALLY a wedding dress. From the Marchesa Bridal Spring 2010 Collection.
Don't get me wrong. I LOVE me some Marchesa. And the dress is quite beautiful - structural, modern. But, seriously? You're telling me you couldn't find anything to wear that was just as pretty and maybe NOT a wedding dress?
Although, now that I think about it - why not? Why don't we all just start wearing wedding gowns in our everyday life? Throw a party - wear a wedding dress. Attend a cocktail party - wear a wedding dress. Have a business meeting - wear a wedding dress. Let's make this happen.
Lastly, this is the second time Ms. Kate Hudson appears on WB in a wedding dress and not on her wedding day. You think she's hinting at something? Well the first time she was married she wore this bad boy:
This was a winter wedding in Aspen. I get the look she was going for, and she does look great. But this is a very specific look so I understand why she would want to try (and try) again.
So I guess the big question should be : why am I making excuses for Kate Hudson?
Greetings, dear readers ! Everyone at the WB headquarters would like to wish you and yours a very Happy New Year !
To honor our foray into 2010, we thought it would only be appropriate to compile a list of the Top Wedding Looks of the last decade !
(Please note that this list will only consist of celebrity weddings, as our repertoire is still quite limited. Although, check back in 2020 for a list of “Regular Folk” weddings of that decade!)
Ready?
Here we go!
Heather Mills and Paul McCartney (2002)
Ok, so it wasn’t Paul’s finest moment. We still don’t understand why anyone would marry the particular kind of nutjob that is Heather Mills, let alone write a special song to accompany her saunter down the aisle. Still, we must admit that this ecru lace gown of her own design is timeless without being boring, and the first in a long line of full-sleeved, full-laced imitations ever since.Heather’s side-swept up-do is another nice touch.
Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale (2002)
Ah, the benefits of having John Galliano on speed-dial. Gwen Stefani’s jaw dropping custom-made Dior gown shocked many, as a wedding-dress-dipped-in-pink isn’t what one usually finds on a bride. We say: who cares? She took a risk, and it most definitely paid off. While this look isn’t for the Traditional Bride, if Gwen Stefani can’t pull it off, then who can? Although, it probably doesn’t hurt when a hot Brit is waiting for you at the end of that alter.
Christine Baumgartner and Kevin Costner (2004)
Who would have thought that Kevin Costner would ever make it to WB? Well, his wife’s dress was too pretty to resist. Christine Baumgartner was one of the first brides to sport appliqués on the skirt of her wedding gown. For the next six years, bridal designers everywhere have been making their version of her Monique Lhuillier gown. For this, we thank you, Christine. Thank you for being a trendsetter while looking so effortlessly chic! As for that atrocious pick-up, I blame Kevin Costner. I KNOW that was all you, Dances With Wolves.
Camilla Parker-Bowles and Prince Charles (2005)
Camilla Parker-Bowles has taken a lot of fashion heat over
the years, so the world held its breath when it heard she’d become England’s next first lady (so, technically, its second, currently), especially since, let’s face it, how does one do wedding-score without going wedding-snore at sixty years old? WITH DRAMATIC HEADPIECES, THAT’S HOW. Camilla sported two different types on the day of her nuptials, both of which dramatically set off the subtler details of her ensemble more generally – the delicate folds of her chiffon number, and the rich gold brocade in her full-length gown. We tip our hats to these looks.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban (2006)
Nicole and Keith have had their fair share of individual upsets – anorexia (undeclared), alcoholism – but a split from Tom Crazy Cruise (or, a stroke of good luck) finally brought the two Aussies together in July of 2006, and neither could have possibly looked any better for the occasion. Kidman ravished and glowed in her empire-waist, tastefully puffy-sleeved, flowy Balenciaga gown, and Urban dazzled with his unconventionally matched three-piece suit (white vest!). God bless The American Dream.
Portia de Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres (2008)
With both brides decked out in Zac Posen, what can possibly go wrong? Yet, we must admit that it’s Portia de Rossi’s gown that stole the show. Even with its plunging neckline and backless cut, this dress still manages to look classic, chic and understated. And that touch of pink tulle adds just enough “wow factor” to make this dress one of the most memorable wedding looks we’ve seen in awhile.
Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum (2009)
Jenna Dewan looked like a fairy princess on her wedding day. Her peach and ivory Reem Acra wedding gown is as light as air. Although the “princess” look is overdone and sometimes unintentionally tacky, this bride has pulled it off by still looking modern thanks to the unique texture of her dress’s skirt. Gorgeous.
Here you have it folks. Ivanka's wedding dress. Custom made Vera Wang with 130 000$ worth of jewels from her own line.
I don't know how I feel about this. Let's take a closer look:
I definitely don't hate it. The tail is incredibly impressive. As is the ornate choice of lace. I like the trail of buttons down her back, and the whole boat-neck-with-lace-kinda-like-a-figure-skater top she's got going. And it's very Grace Kelly circa the Hitchcock era, so she wasn't wrong about that.
But I just wonder: is this the best you could do? You're The Donald's daughter. You could ACTUALLY have any dress you wish - and this is what you come up with? Granted, the dress is probably worth more than my life, and I could only dream about Vera making me a custom gown, but still. It's kind of a snoozefest. It just seems so "mature and moderate woman", no?
I guess that suits Ivanka. She's tried very hard to maintain the "classy and modern business woman" image, so I don't think anyone would have expected her to walk down the aisle with her fake boobs hanging out. This gown is elegant and tasteful - everything a good Trump tries to be.
Oh, and P.S., Ivanka? You're gorgeous, but your hubby kinda looks like a tool. Sorry hun!
So Christina Hendricks, from Mad Men, got married this weekend.
I don't really know anything about Mad Men. I mean, I hear it's good and it wins a bunch of awards.
But, what I do know is that Christina Hendricks is pretty damn gorgeous. Which is why it pains me to feel so...I don't even know what...about her Carolina Herrera gown.
The shape is pretty boring. But it's fun and origami-inspired in the back. There is a strange pattern across the fabric. But the top and cinched waist are kind of flattering. I mean, it doesn't necessarily bore me, but I am kind of uninterested.
In any case, she certainly grabbed my attention with her bridesmaids.
How offbeat! How adorable! How vintage! How chic! How playful!
This could have ended up looking very costume-y. And yet, I find it didn't. The dresses are fantastic. The colors are beautiful for fall. And is that a basket I see? Is she the flower girl? Does it even matter? Look at those headpieces!
There's just something about those Kardashian sisters...
...that makes me want to rip out my eyeballs.
Maybe it's because they all seem to truly hate each other?
Maybe it's because The Tall One suddenly decided to get married after dating some guy for five minutes and everyone is supposed to care?
Maybe it's because The Pregnant One can't stop talking about how fat she is?
Maybe it's because The "Famous" One suddenly thinks she's an entrepreneur, when really the only thing she's known for is her ass?
Either way, I just can't get over this picture. It's not that I hate the Vera Wang dress. It's ok, I guess. A little predictable, if anything. And it kinda looks like the top was made out of folded napkins. But I just HATE that hair. It is way too severe and long and wavy. Why would you leave all that hair falling over your shoulders and then place that awful veil on top of it all? It's just too much going on up there. Not to mention the fact that it draws unwanted attention to that smug look on her face.
Don't get too cocky, Tall One. I give you and hubby 4 months. Tops.
Ps. Um, "Famous" One? Hi. You know, going up a size wouldn't have hurt. No one needs to know.
Reem Acra. Delicious designer extraordinaire. She has brought us many lovely Oscar gowns and it seems as though every Hollywood actress has worn her beautiful designs at least once. Yet, when it comes to her Bridal Collections, she's just all over the place!
Take a look.
the GOOD: (2010 Collection)
Pretty, right? A little like our TP bride, but with a beautiful mix of silk, tulle and classic embroidery. Well done, Ms. Acra.
the BAD: (2009 Collection)
Everyone who knows me, knows that I love a good hat. But this is a little too ridiculous (Even for me. Which says a lot). I don't think anyone wants to look like a crazed Russian ghost bride on their wedding day. Not cute.
the UNEXPLAINABLE: (2009 Collection)
Hmmm. This is a tough one. I'm not sure what to do with it. Should I applaud this look for being smart and different? Or is it a little too different? Are there any brides out there who would opt for a white (or black) suit? Maybe this was just Reem's way of supporting same-sex marriages? Oh, how political! And being political is so chic nowadays.
So what do you think? Should we give Reem Acra's bridal collection some props? Or should we just stick with Vera and Monique?
Oh, the Japanese. They are so ironic. I enjoy. Although "Black Dress" may have also worked. Regardless, it appears to be filled with some pretty dresses.
