Tips for Finding & Storing Your Special Occasion Dresses

Her own wedding is one of the most special occasions that a woman will attend in a lifetime. Venus Bridal offers many bridal gowns especially for that day, in every possible style, but we also have many gorgeous dresses for the other special occasions in your life. Whether that event is prom, an evening out, an opening, a holiday party, or a formal wedding that you are a guest at, Venus Bridal has something stunning for you to wear. 

Gowns For All Ages

Let's begin with a special occasion that you encounter early in life... prom! This is a momentous event that deserves a bit of fabulous fashion. Styles may change from year to year, but you will always find something timeless within our dress collections.

As you get older and attend other functions requiring exquisite fashions, you will find a style to fit your needs as you browse through the amazing designs of Venus Bridal. Fun and flirty, long and sophisticated, sleek or flowing, we have something perfect for every occasion. 

Dress Style

An important factor in choosing a special occasion gown is knowing the formality of the event you will be attending. A black tie affair will require a stunning cocktail dress or full-length evening gown, usually in dark or neutral colors. For something a little more casual, you can choose to wear a shorter skirt length and maybe even opt for bright, fun hues. Use the dress code suggested for the event to begin your gown search, but always choose something that you love and fits your personal style.    

Dress Storage

Special occasion dresses require special attention if you want them to last and remain looking amazing. The following tips will help to make sure that the next time you want to wear your gown it is just as beautiful as the day that you bought it. 

• Don't put it away dirty. - Never immediately store your dress after it has been worn. The oils from your body can cause permanent stains to form on the gown. If anything was spilled on it, the longer you wait to have it cleaned, the more difficult it will be to get that stain out. 
• Have it professionally cleaned. - Leave the cleaning to the pros. This type of garment needs attention that you cannot give it at home with your washer and dryer. 
• Store it correctly. - A cool, dry space away from sunlight is the best place to store any special occasion dress. Sunlight can fade it, and dampness, humidity, or heat can promote mold and mildew. If you do not have space to hang it up, box storage is an option, but be sure to use an acid-free, sturdy cardboard box lined with tissue paper or a bag specifically made for clothing storage.  

The next time that you are invited to something requiring a little more style than your everyday events, let Venus Bridal help you discover the perfect look. Our collections are filled with the most beautiful special occasion gowns. After you browse our website, visit the "Where To Buy" page to find a store that carries our fashions near you. 

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Fabulous Fall Wedding Inspiration

Autumn is just around the corner, and fall has become a very popular wedding season in many parts of the country. The rich colors, vibrant aromas, and savory flavors of the season are all wonderful fall wedding inspiration. If you are getting married this fall, you still have time to incorporate a few of these ideas. If you are newly engaged, then maybe some of these ideas will get your creative juices flowing for next year.  

Fashion

Venus Bridal is all about timeless wedding dresses, glamorous bridesmaid gowns and stylish special occasion dresses. No matter what season we are talking about, our minds turn to fashion first. 

Autumn can be unpredictable temperature-wise in most places. It's a good idea to choose dresses that will be comfortable in warm weather, but also have a plan in case it gets chilly. Statement furs showed up on fall fashion runways this year. Wearing one could be a great way to both stay warm and add a fun pop of color to your wedding day look. 

Metallics have been popular this year in wedding decor and fashion. Bridesmaid dresses can be your shimmery way to incorporate this trend, or you can choose to add it through jewelry. Rose gold and yellow gold are perfect to convey a warm fall feel. Another popular item on the runway this year was big, chunky chokers. Whether you can get away with this all depends on the bridal gown you have chosen to wear.     

Colors

Fall brings to mind all of the colors of turning leaves, pumpkins, and apples. Many people this year are leaning toward a romantic Victorian look to their bridal clothing. A nice way to switch things up a little bit is to throw a few muted pastel colors in with the darker tones of the season. 

Flowers

Flowers and plants in natural colors rather than bright blooms work well for a fall wedding. Think about the beautiful coloring and elements that occur in nature that you would see visiting a pumpkin patch. Deep oranges, rich reds, golden yellows, and silky browns and tans. Plants such as succulents are beautiful table decor, and they can even be used for boutonnieres. A few flowers that you will find in season, which means the prices won't be outrageous, are: 

• Dahlia
• Gerbera Daisy
• Alstroemeria
• Calla Lily
• Chrysanthemum
• Sunflower

Once you've settled on a wedding date, make finding your wedding dress one of the first tasks on your list. Finding it early will allow you to get exactly what you want, and your bridal gown can be a big influence on the look of your entire ceremony and reception. Venus Bridal offers an incredible selection of gorgeous dresses for every season of the year. No matter when you decide to say "I do," - Fall, Winter, Spring, or Summer - we've got the perfect dresses for you and your wedding party. 

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Dress Shopping Tips for the Mothers of the Bride & Groom

The bride is the most important woman at the wedding, but there is a supporting role that is very important too. Our mother of the bride dresses are the perfect gowns to highlight the amazing woman that raised you into the person are today. You will want her to look and feel amazing on your special day, and Venus Bridal creates the most fashionable dresses to will do just that. 

Our Bella Intermezzo collection is filled with elegant styles that will make any woman shine. There are a few important things to keep in mind when shopping for this type of dress so that both the bride, the groom, and both of their mothers look their very best on the wedding day. 

Start shopping early

The earlier the search begins, the more likely you will have the time to leisurely find exactly what you want. You will also want to have plenty of time before the wedding day to pick out accessories and have any necessary alterations performed.  

Traditionally, the mother of the bride picks her gown out first, and the mother of the groom uses that dress to inspire what she chooses to wear. Shopping early will allow you each enough time to find the right gown.  

Coordinate with the other mother

As we mentioned earlier, the couple's mothers usually try to coordinate their looks. This gives the entire event a very unified feel. They do not need to match exactly, but they definitely will not want to show up in dresses that are too alike. Talking to each other beforehand can avoid possible awkward situations and hurt feelings. 

Ask the couple for guidance

Let the bride and groom fill you in on the color, theme, wedding party attire, and other details about the wedding. That way you can coordinate your dress with the overall look and feel of the celebration. It's their big day, so take the kids' (bride and groom) suggestions to heart. 

Stick to your personal style

Even though you should coordinate with everyone involved, don't stray too far from your own personal style. Your child wants to see you the way she/he knows you, not as some dressed up stranger. Be yourself and let your natural beauty shine through. 

Remember comfort

Weddings are joyous occasions, but the celebration day is a long one. Make sure that you choose a gown style that you are comfortable moving around in and wearing all day and night. At the end of the celebration you should look and feel just as fabulous as when you began the day.  

Venus Bridal offers a large variety of styles, shapes, fabrics, and colors for the mothers of the bride and groom. All of our amazing special occasion dresses are designed to cover the wide array of beautiful women that make up this world. Browse through the wonderful gowns that we have on our website, then make an appointment to visit one of the many fantastic boutiques that carry Venus Bridal fashions. 

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9 Helpful Wedding Dress Shopping Tips

Wedding dress shopping is an exciting time in a woman's life, but the large variety of shapes, styles, and fabrics that you have to choose from can seem overwhelming. There is a multitude of gorgeous bridal gowns available from Venus Bridal, so today we are offering a few wedding dress shopping tips to make the decision a little easier.

Do some research

This is one of the fun parts! It's time to pick up a few wedding magazines or hit the internet and begin daydreaming about your perfect bridal gown. Take note of the styles that you gravitate toward. This will give you a place to begin when you start trying dresses on.

Make an appointment

Start shopping early in your wedding planning process so that you have plenty of time to order the dress and have necessary alterations made. Most bridal salons require an appointment, but even if they do not, having one will guarantee that you are assisted by someone from the store while you are there. If you just "pop in" it's very likely that they may be too busy to give you the attention that you deserve. Once you make an appointment, don't be late. You don't want to feel rushed while you shop. 

Limit Your Helpers

You may have tons of family and friends that want to go wedding dress shopping with you, but a large entourage is never a good idea. Too many opinions can make the experience confusing and frustrating. Take along only a few people that know your personal style and have your best interests at heart. Don't bring children to your appointment if it can be avoided, and if they must come along, have someone there to entertain them so you can focus on the task at hand.

Power Up

Dress shopping can be a long, exhausting day, so don't go on an empty stomach. Eat something light before your appointment so that you have plenty of energy for the search. 

Don't be shy

The bridal consultants at the store are there to help, and they have plenty of experience finding dresses for clients. Ask them every question that pops into your head. Use their knowledge to find exactly what you are looking for, but don't be afraid to tell them if you don't like a suggestion that they make. 

Take along your "must-haves"

If you have something that you will be wearing on the wedding day, like a family heirloom or an amazing pair of shoes, bring that with you. You will want to see how it looks with the different gowns that you will be trying on.

Wear proper undergarments

Make sure that have a supportive, strapless bra to try dresses on with. It may not be the one you will wear on the wedding day, but it will give you a better idea of how the dress will look and fit. Your underwear should be white or nude. The consultant will most likely be in the dressing room with you for assistance, so if you're shy, wear underwear that covers everything.

Try on lots of different styles

Dresses look much different on a body than they do on the hanger, or even on the models in the magazines. Depending on your body type, it may fit you much differently than the picture you saw. Test a variety of styles until you find your favorite, then begin trying on only gowns in that style until you find "the one."

Enjoy the experience

More important than anything else, take the time to sit back and take in the entire experience. This is a very special time in your life, and it should be a fun and happy memory when you look back. 

If you will be purchasing your wedding gown online, make sure that you check Venus Bridal's "Where To Buy" page of our website to find out if that business is authorized to sell our dresses. If they are not listed, then you may be looking at a fake!

The perfect wedding dress may show itself right away, or it may take a bit of searching. Don't worry if you don't find it immediately. Venus Bridal has an amazing wedding dress designed just for you. When you finally try it on, you'll know. 

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5 Tips for Finding the Most Fantastic Flower Girl Dresses

Venus Bridal not only has the most beautiful special occasion gowns for every woman in your wedding, but also fantastic dresses for the tiniest little lady in your bridal party too. The adorable flower girl dresses that we offer are sure to have everyone at your wedding sighing "Awwwwwww!"

Little Maiden by Venus Bridal is a line of sweet and whimsical children's gowns that any little girl would be thrilled to wear. There are a few factors to consider when you are deciding on the type of flower girl dress to use at your wedding. The following tips will be very helpful in picking out the perfect one that you and your flower girl will both love. 

Comfort

Children, in general, are not famous for their patience. If your flower girl has to wear a dress that she is not comfortable in, it won't be too far into the wedding when you hear all about it, and so will your guests! Make sure that the flower girl dress that you put her in is something she will want to wear all night long. 

The material should be soft, not scratchy at all. Also, pay close attention to the length. The age and maturity of the child will make a difference in the length of gown she is able to maneuver easily. 

Season

The time of year and temperatures expected should play a big part in the flower girl dress decision, especially if any of the wedding will be outdoors. If the gown is too hot in the summer, your flower girl probably won't have it on very long. 

A jacket can be worn in cooler months, but unless you have something to match the dress, a regular coat will hide that gorgeous gown you have picked out. Match the fashion to the expected weather. 

Color

Some brides choose to put their flower girls in all white, while many use this piece of fashion to add a pop of the wedding color to the ceremony. Flower girl dresses are available with a colored skirt overlay on a white gown, a sweet colored sash to accent the dress, or you can go with a solid color instead of any white at all. 

Budget

Kids are expensive to raise, so be very aware of your flower girl's family's financial situation. Pick out something that fits into a price range that is sensible for them, or offer to pick up part of the tab. Our Little Maiden collection is filled with affordable flower girls dresses that can work perfectly withing many budgets. 

Personality

The flower girl dress will reflect the style of the wedding that you are throwing, but it should also fit the personality of the little lady wearing it. Knowing how your flower girl acts on a daily basis and her general outlook on life are both great factors in finding the perfect wedding day fashion for her. 

When you are ready to find something beautiful for the littlest lady in your wedding to wear, let us help you out. We put every ounce of love and care into our flower girl dresses as we do our fashionable wedding dresses and other special occasion gowns. Visit our website to find a Venus Bridal retailer near you for access to the most amazing dresses for every woman in your wedding. 

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A Rainbow of Color Choices for Your Wedding

There are a few different methods for choosing the colors that you will be using for your wedding. One thing that should factor into that decision is the color that you want your bridesmaids to wear. Venus Bridal has a very large selection when it comes to available colors for our beautiful bridesmaid gowns.

The trend in the past was to always put bridesmaids in the exact same dress. That look can still be beautiful today, but there are many brides that choose to put their bridal party in different looks with a coordinating theme. This could be a variety of styles all in the same color, matching gowns in a variety of complimentary colors, or a mix of varying shades of one main color.  

Mixing Styles

Not everyone looks good in every dress, so allowing your bridesmaids to wear different styles is a good way to make sure they all look their best and feel comfortable. You will want to make sure there is one unifying element, like color, to tie all of the looks together. 

Keep in mind that different fabrics, even when dyed with the same, may vary slightly in color. Compare swatches closely before ordering bridesmaid dresses, or insist that all of the gowns be made from the same fabric. That way you know they will all match when the orders arrive. 

Mixing Colors

Another option is to pick one style for all of the bridesmaids to wear, but put each on them in a different color, or varying shades of one color. The important thing is that they all compliment each other. Consult a color wheel to refresh your art class memories about which ones work the best together. You can also use the season or the wedding venue to pull color inspiration.

The Rainbow of Venus

You will see the wide variety of color choices for your bridesmaid dresses on our Venus Bridal website color chart. There are far too many to list here in the blog, but you will see names and samples on that page. Please realize, though, that depending on the way you are viewing our site, colors may vary slightly due to different screen resolutions. 

Use the website as a guideline to help you with your main choices, but visit one of our authorized Venus Bridal retailers to see fabric swatches in person for the most accurate color matching. The colors that you choose for you wedding can help to tell a story and set the mood. Once you figure out the way you want the overall event to look, Venus Bridal is here to make sure your wedding day fashions fit into that picture perfectly. 

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All About Our Beautiful Bridesmaid Dresses

Your wedding dress is the most important piece of fabulous fashion at your wedding, but the bridesmaid dress is pretty important too. The lovely ladies wearing these gowns will be standing by the bride's side during the ceremony, and they will be prominently featured in most of the wedding photographs taken on your special day. 

Just as with our beautiful bridal gowns, the bridesmaid dress collections from Venus Bridal come in a wide variety shapes and sizes so that every woman can look and feel beautiful. Whether you want your bridesmaids to wear long, short, sexy, modest, flirty, shiny, upscale, or casual dresses, you will find something to love within our wonderful bridesmaid dress collections.    

Venus Bridesmaids

You will find a bit of every style, shape, fabric, and color when you shop our bridesmaid dress collection. Perfect for the body type and budget of every member of your bridal party.   

Junior Maids

Gorgeous dresses for the bridesmaids in your wedding that are on the younger side. Our junior bridesmaid collection offers a nice variety of styles. You may also find something in our Modest Prom collection that will work wonderfully for a teenage bridesmaid. 

Modest Bella

These bridesmaid gowns are every bit as stunning as our other collections, but offer a little more coverage for the modest girl. Classically beautiful and elegant, these dresses look amazing on every woman. 

Bridesmaid Dress Tips

Once you have found the perfect wedding dress, it is time to begin searching for something stunning for your bridal party to wear. There are a few things that you can do to make sure you find something both you and your bridesmaids love. 

• Use your wedding dress and the style of your wedding decor to point everyone in a fashion direction. 
• Pick a style that is flattering to all body types, or let your girls choose different dresses in the same color. 
• If you wouldn't wear it, don't ask them to. 
• Don't ask anyone to spend more than they can afford.
• Shop early enough to order gowns and have alterations made if necessary.

When you are ready to start shopping for bridesmaid dresses, visit our website. You will be able to see the many different styles available, as well as the rainbow of colors they come in. Once you have an idea of where you would like to begin, our "Where To Buy" page will give you a list of bridal boutiques that carry the exquisite wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses from Venus Bridal.  

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