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Dress of the Day: Acquachiara ‘Felicia’

Delicate organza ruffled details from the top to the bottom of Acquachiara‘s ‘Felicia’ from the 2010 collection brings out a flirtatiousness that is flattering on any bride! Acquachiara’s opulent collection of gowns can be found at Renée Strauss in Beverly Hills.

Dress of the Day: Stephen Yearick ’13070′

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Stephen Yearick‘s gowns are the epitome of sophistication. The intricate beading and stitching on his ’13070′ gown exemplify Stephen Yearick’s attention to detail and design!

Dress of the Day: Allyson Simone ‘Anne’

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California is fortunate to be the home of some creative and talented designers. Allyson Simone‘s elegant designs are crafted in La Jolla. ‘Anne‘ is a fine example of her talent. Look for the opening of her new boutique, Provence Bride by Allyson Simone opening November, 2010 in Carlsbad.


Dress of the Day: Isabella Chessari ’12339305′

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Lace, a sweetheart neckline and chapel length train on Isabella Chessari’s ’12339305′ fashions a truly traditional gown.

Dress of the Day: Thread Designs ‘McClean’

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Thread Design is known for their gorgeous bridesmaid dresses, but they have a lovely line of gowns for the bride, too. The texture on McClean‘s intricate, ruffled silhouette makes it a real beaut!

Dress of the Day: Alice Padrul Bridal Couture ‘Lara’

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Alice Padrul is a gown designer from Chicago whose attention to detail makes her designs striking. California is one of a handful of states that carry her gorgeous fashions. An asymmetrical neckline punctuated by delicate flowers on the overlay of tulle stands out on ‘Lara.’  Amaya Dylan Bridal Gallery in West Hollywood, Starlet Gowns in Santa Rosa and Dana’s Bridal Gallery and Dress Boutique in Livermore are stockists of these gowns.

Dress of the Day: Douglas Hannant Spring 2011 Collection

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Douglas Hannant‘s 2011 Spring Collection promises to bring brides feminine yet sophisticated glamour. Lace and ribbon heaped on tiered layers are lusciously lovely!

Dress of the Day: Amy Jo Tatum Bridal ‘Mira’

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Layer upon layer of crinolin beneath the skirt of Amy Jo Tatum’s ‘Mira’ accentuates an embellished sash at the waist of this mid-century inspired gown. Many of Amy Jo Tatum’s stylish gowns are eco-conscious as well!

Dress of the Day: Watters ‘San Miguel’

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Watters ‘San Miguel’ with its sleek strapless gown and a slightly flaired trumpet skirt features crocheted lace to lend a uniqueness to the simple silhouette.

Dress of the Day: Christos ‘Zinnia’

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Dotted tulle supplies freshness to the strapless sweetheart styled ‘Zinnia‘ gown from the always inspiring Christos Bridal. A floral flourished sash at the waist is simple, yet eye-catching!