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Savvy Wedding Gown Trends

According to Heather Batt, owner of Hayden Olivia Bridal in Charlotte, asymmetrical designs, and particularly the one-shouldered dress, are all the rage. The exposed shoulder is a fresh change from the traditional strapless gown, and it allows brides to be chic and sexy without being too revealing.

Another big trend is making everything old new again. The 1920s have a big influence on this year’s designs, with flapper dresses and vintage-style accessories. Batt says pillbox hats with mini cage veils, along with ostrich or crème-colored feather hairpieces, are great complements. Greek goddess dresses are also making a comeback. The sleek designs of this period offer versatility — you can simplify for beach or destination weddings, or glamorize for more elegant affairs. These dresses look fabulous on bridesmaids, as well as on brides.

Find the latest and greatest wedding trends at http://www.thesavvybride.com/savvyresources/category.cfm/category/Latest-and-Greatest

The Savvy Bride Trend Alert: It's All About the Accessories

Show-stopping Shoes: Peep-toes with jewels or beads are great way to finalize your look. Choose a colored shoe for a fun surprise or a metallic shoe for glamorous touch.

Unique Veil: Long or short, birdcage or visor, plain or rhinestone-edged, the right veil will top off your ensemble. Accenting your veil with a vintage brooch, exotic feathers or a large single hairpin adds the perfect touch of glamour.


Handcrafted Jewelry: A great pair of dangly earrings made from sustainable materials such as freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystal or glass beads are a simple yet stunning way complete your look. Search for one-of-a-kind pieces that add drama to the style of your gown without overpowering it.

For more fashion and style tips, check out the Savvy Resources at http://www.thesavvybride.com/savvyresources/

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Setting the Scene With Flowers...Suggestions From a Trusted Designer

View The Place for Flowers' video clip online at http://www.thesavvybride.com/local/detail.cfm/company/The-Place-for-Flowers.

Floral designer Taylor O’Shields, who owns The Place for Flowers, says choosing a mood, a feeling, an emotion that you are trying to elicit is very important when deciding what kinds of flowers and arrangements you want for your wedding or reception. Is your goal to create a traditional atmosphere? Or do you prefer a minimalist look? Do you yearn to feel you’ve stepped back in time with a vintage style? Or would you rather be on the cutting edge?

Long before the wedding, begin to collect pictures of flowers and floral arrangements that you love. Gather samples of colors that you like, either alone or in combination with others. Find photographs of weddings or other environments that have the mood you want to create. Think about all the things in your life that inspire you or make you happy — from music to art to literature to food. Take all of these ideas when you meet with your floral designer. He or she will have a much clearer picture of who you are and what you want and will be able to use those qualities to inspire the perfect floral designs for your wedding.

View the WBTV interview clip online!

Check out the video clip that aired on WBTV included two interviews with TheSavvyBride.com's featured wedding professionals, The LOOK on location hair & make-up and Hayden Olivia Bridal. Go to www.TheSavvyBride.com and click on webisodes or follow this link http://www.thesavvybride.com/webisodes/#hd

Heather Bryson, of The LOOK, talked about the latest looks in hair and make-up for the bride's big day. Simple and elegant hairstyles remain popular with brides along with airbrushed make-up which provides great coverage and remains in place during the hot summer months.

Heather Batt, owner of Hayden Olivia Bridal, showcased a variety of gorgeous gowns from couture designers including Ines Di Santo and Priscilla of Boston. She also commented on the popularity of birdcage veils and gown embellishments.

TSB live on WBTV!

TheSavvyBride.com shared all the latest on hair & make-up looks along with trendsetting gowns on WBTV's Saturday morning newscast. Heather Bryson of The LOOK on-location hair and make-up provided the low down on how to get glam for the big day. Heather Batt from Hayden Olivia Bridal provided all the beautiful gowns. Here's a sneak peak at what happened backstage.