November 23, 2009 at 1:10 PM
Shopping for lingerie for your wedding and honeymoon just got easier. Hanky Panky, the lingerie and sleepwear line with a celebrity following that includes Jennifer Aniston and Beyonce, has just introduced its first ever online store!
Hanky Panky has been making flirty yet comfortable bras and panties for three decades, but has only been available in select department stores and boutiques. That is until now. Hanky Panky’s new e-commerce Web site offers devotees a variety of new colors, plus lingerie customization and items not available in stores. The site even has a collection for brides-to-be, featuring pretty thongs, girl shorts and garters in nudes and soft pastels.
Best of all, though, to celebrate the launch of the new site Hanky Panky is offering free shipping through December 31st so be sure to stock up soon!
—Darcy Newell
November 18, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Picking dresses that please and flatter all your bridesmaids is nearly impossible. Fortunately, though, designer Lynn Lugo is taking the guesswork out of the bridesmaid dress hunt. She recently added an amazing feature to her Web site that allows you (or your maids) to create custom dresses!
The custom dressmaker has over 50 dress silhouettes to choose from that can be customized in color and fabric. You can pick a classic silhouette, then let your girls choose tones of the same color. Or, you decide on the color and have your maids order the silhouette that best flatters their specific body type. There’s a convenient email feature that lets you and your maids send your designs around for approval. What’s more is that even your mother and future mother-in-law can join in on the fun. In addition to the dress styles, Lynn Lugo also has gorgeous jacket, skirt and pant combinations in the same materials and colors as the dresses.
Once everyone’s decided on their design, just head to one of the dozens of bridal boutiques around the country that carries Lynn Lugo to place your order. Visit lynnlugo.com to find a retailer near you and to design the dresses of your dreams in just a few clicks!
—Darcy Newell
November 16, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Love jewelry designer Leslie Greene’s elegant and timeless designs, but don’t live near one of her boutiques? You’re in luck! The award-winning jeweler just added e-commerce to her Web site, which means brides across the country can shop her exquisite collections!
With a seemingly endless variety of styles, stones and metals, Greene has something for every bride-to-be. Be sure to peruse the Couture collection of diamonds and gemstones, which are all set set in18-karat gold, and the newly added Sterling collection, which features the same design aesthetic at a more affordable price. Of course, the Bridal Collection is also a must-see: it features an array of pieces crafted with a stylish bride in mind.
To view all of the collections, learn more about Greene’s work and see the gallery of celebrities who have donned her gems, visit lesliegreene.com.
—Darcy Newell
October 29, 2009 at 4:00 PM
From east to the west, Temperley London has brides covered. In addition to showcasing wedding gowns from their incredible bridal collection, their trunk shows in New York and Los Angeles will also include some of the best vendors in the business.
In New York City, brides will have the chance to chat up experts like Christian Oth Photography, MAC Cosmetics and Cake Alchemy, while Frederic Fekkai, Jewelry by Me & Ro and Lady Jane Cake Design will be on-hand in L.A.
What’s more, both trunk shows will feature a raffle for a covetable Luxury Bridal Bliss Kit, a prize worth over $2,000 and stocked with gift certificates and treats like make-up brushes and champagne. If you want to attend either trunk show, act fast! The RSVP with information for both events is below!
New York Trunk Show
Where: Temperley London Boutique
453 Broome Street, 2nd Floor (between Mercer & Greene Streets)
When: Saturday, Nov. 7th & Sunday, Nov. 8th, 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
RSVP: virginiar@temperleylondon.com or 212.219.2929
Los Angeles Trunk Show
Where: Temperley London Boutique
8452 Melrose Place, West Hollywood
When: Friday, Nov. 6th & Saturday, Nov.7th, 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
RSVP: johnz@temperleylondon.com or 323.782.8000
—Darcy Newell
October 22, 2009 at 5:00 PM
When it comes to the perfect wedding dress, there are some women who want something simple, modest and understated. There are others, however, who are looking for a gown that will ensure all eyes are on them on the big day. If you happen to be one of the latter, put St. Pucchi (stpucchi.com) on your list of must-see bridal designers.
Known for their elaborate designs, St. Pucchi is the epitome of glamour. All the gowns in their three collections are made from the finest silken fabrics and many feature hand-sewn embellishments and embroidery.
And to add some real star power to their dazzling designs, Jason Priestly's wife, Naomi Lowde, wore St. Pucchi on her big day, as did Timbaland's wife, Monique Idlett.
Our favorite from the latest collection was this strapless, formfitting tiered dress.
Check out the entire St. Pucchi collection at stpucchi.com.
Photo courtesy of Corina Lecca
October 22, 2009 at 3:00 PM
My last show of the market was Lela Rose. We headed to their showroom to
preview the seven new gowns the RTW-turned-bridal-designer added for Spring
2010. Like a French bakery, the collection was a beautiful assortment of
treats: the hardest part was picking out which one I liked most.
I decided on the appropriately themed Chalet gown. The sweetheart A-line
dress featured an organza shirt with tulle floral embroidery throughout. The
craftsmanship was extraordinary and truly a masterpiece.
The most pleasant surprise was Moon, a sequin fringe mini, which was a huge
departure from Rose¹s signature structured yet romantic gowns. Nonetheless,
it was super chic and perfect for an after party.
Check out the complete Lela Rose's Spring 2010 collection at InStyle.com.
—Stephanie Davila, Senior Editor
Photo courtesy of Corina Lecca
October 21, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Vera Wang's bridal collection is always a highly anticipated show that serves as the grand finale to bridal market. This year, it was an absolute smash!
The collection was centered around black and white, cinematic beauty, and drama. All but two of the 17 dresses were full ballgowns made of elaborate pools of French tulle draped to sheer perfection.
The majority of the line also incorporated black embellishments—be it a jeweled belt, a horsehair bow or grosgrain ribbon treatment.
And as if that isn't not enough drama, Wang even featured a black tulle gown that was really spectacular! Click here to check it out.
Check out InStyle.com to view Vera Wang's entire fall 2010 collection.
—Stephanie Davila
Photo courtesy of Corina Lecca
October 20, 2009 at 9:00 PM
Oscar de la Renta is one of my—and probably every bride-to-be's—all-time favorite designers, so I was
absolutely thrilled he introduced four new wedding gowns this season. He normally only presents a new collection in the spring, but decided to show a few new bridal additions for fall 2010.
The standout of the collection for me was a sweetheart gown with a full skirt embellished with
a frenzy of tulle flowers. The texture gives the gown an airy, glamorous feel
without weighing it down with heavy beading or sparkle.
Another highlight
was the new white fur shawls, which are beautifully sculpted and have a
paper snowflake feel. Utterly gorgeous!
And if that wasn’t enough to
send me over the moon, he added bridal shoes and more accessories this
season.
Check out InStyle.com/designercentral to view Oscar de la Renta’s
complete collection!
—Stephanie Davila
Photo courtesy of Corina Lecca
October 19, 2009 at 6:30 PM
Romona Keveza (romonakeveza.com) is celebrating her 10th anniversary this year and to commemorate the special ocassion, Keveza showed a retrospective of the top 10 dresses from her career as a designer.
Back in 1999 when she was first starting out, Keveza did a very simple, yet modern gown with an obi bow on the back. This was one of my absolute favorite dresses back in the ‘90s and seeing it again this evening, it still is.
Keveza's Legends line feature clever two-in-one dress.
Long gowns with removable skirt become short flirty dresses—they're perfect for the bride who wants to have fun at her reception with a different dress.
Congratulations Romona, we look forward to many more years of beautiful dresses!
And be sure to check out Romona Keveza's entire fall 2010 bridal collection on InStyle.com!
—Victoria Sanchez-Lincoln, Fashion Director
October 19, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Stars like Carrie Underwood and Beyonce are fans of designer Randi Rahm's (randirahm.com) couture gowns. Her designs have a vintage, Old Hollywood feel and the embellishments and beadwork are really one of a kind. Each bride she works with truly gets their own unique wedding dress.
Rahm showcased her newest bridal collection this afternoon and, true to form, the lace and embroidery were incredible.
One of my favorites from her collection was this beaded dress with a long, dramatic train.
After leaving her beautiful salon, I was ready to go vintage shopping!
—Erica Sigel, Associate Fashion Editor
