Bridal
How to Pick Your Perfect Engagement Ring, According to a Gemologist
As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. When buying a wedding or engagement ring, some of us will instantly think about what it should look like — from the size and type of diamond or gemstone to the band and general aesthetic. But Taylor & Hart‘s creative director, Jason D’Heureux, told POPSUGAR that brides should consider how the ring fits into your lifestyle and complements the personality of you and your partner. Taylor & Hart offers free appointments — that you can book online — where you visit the showroom, go through the entire ring-design process, and then can change your mind without ...
Megan Fox’s 2-Stone Engagement Ring Is the First Major Bridal Trend of 2022
Two-stone engagement rings are dynamic and unique, but Megan Fox isn’t the first star to choose the dual-stone shape. They’re called “toi et moi” rings, and celebs including Solange Knowles, Emily Ratajkowski, and Ariana Grande have given the romantic ring shape a recent revival. The toi-et-moi ring dates back to the 18th century. Translating to “you and me” in French, the ring features two stones set side by side on a band that coils together, as to represent the lovers’ commitment to each other. Napoleon Bonaparte is recorded as one of the first people to adopt the toi-et-moi ring trend. In 1796, he proposed to Joséphine de Beauharnais with a diamond-and-sapphire toi-et-moi ring. Each of the two gems is said to weigh a little under one carat, and...
Megan Fox’s Two-Stone Engagement Ring Is the First Major Bridal Trend of 2022
Two-stone engagement rings are dynamic and unique, but Megan Fox isn’t the first star to choose the dual-stone shape. Called “toi-et-moi” rings, celebs including Solange Knowles, Emily Ratajkowski, and Ariana Grande have given the romantic ring shape a recent revival. The “toi-et-moi” ring dates back to the 18th century. Translating to “you and me” in French, the ring features two stones set side-by-side on a band that coils together, as to represent the lovers’ commitment to each other. Napoleon Bonaparte is recorded as one of the first people to adopt the toi-et-moi ring trend. In 1796, he proposed to Joséphine de Beauharnais with a diamond-and-sapphire toi-et moi-ring. Each of the two gems is said to weigh a little under one carat, and the...
A Wedding Stylist Shares Her Best Tips on How to Find Your Dream Wedding Dress
Image Source: Jose Villa You’ve gotten engaged, set a date, and shared the news with your family and friends. Now, the real fun begins — it’s time to start looking for a wedding dress. Perhaps you’re just starting to think about your bridal look or maybe you have been dreaming about layers of organza for a few decades now, but one thing’s certain: with lockdown lifted, expectations for the shopping experience are once again at an all-time high. There will be bubbles, gasps, and that special moment where you stand in front of the mirror and let out a giddy sigh, content in knowing you have found the one. Except when you call the bridal shop, you’re told that thanks to COVID, they’re booked six months in advance. When you do finally get in and try on the s...
17 Gorgeous Yet Casual Wedding Dresses For Your Intimate Summer Ceremony
Casual weddings take a lot of pressure off your special day, and a casual dress code means that the bride and wedding guests can wear something comfortable, lightweight, and slightly more affordable. Whether your definition of casual means a beach ceremony, getting married in the countryside, or a chilled city wedding — we’ve found a few stylish wedding dresses to wear to your relaxed summer ceremony. For a casual wedding, brides have the option of wearing something shorter and easier to move in. A casual bridal gown often has shorter sleeves, a minimal design, and simple fabric without much lace or embellishment. Chilled brides can wear a tuxedo dress, an A-line minidress, an ivory slip dress, or a smart pair of trousers with a delicate blouse. For shoes, we suggest a lower heel tha...
11 Affordable and Stylish Wedding Dress Brands to Add to Your List
Whether you’re the bride, a bridesmaid, or a wedding guest, we can all agree on one thing: the big day is expensive. Thanks to a slew of midluxury brands that have broken into the bridal market, we no longer have to spend a fortune on the gown. It’s possible to find your dream dress at a price that is well under £1,000, and we’re here to help. Net-a-Porter has a great selection of affordable and stylish wedding dresses — especially from brands like Les Reveries and Vanessa Cocchiaro. You can also find fabulous, reduced designer bridal gowns in Net’s sale section or on The Outnet. And we’re absolutely loving the new bridal sections at Reformation, Ghost, and Kitri. If you’re thinking of going in a more eco-friendly route, then why not get a vintage or sec...
20 Stylish Bridesmaid Dresses to Match the Bride’s Colour Theme
The selection of stylish bridesmaid dresses available to shop online has expanded very quickly in the past year, with some of our favourite dress designers like Rixo, Ghost, Reformation, and Self-Portrait dedicating entire sections of their shops to bridalwear. If you’ve been asked by a dear friend to support them on their wedding day, then you’ll also need the support of an elegant bridesmaid dress that fits the colour theme of the bridal party — and we might just have found it. Some of the prettiest summer bridesmaid dresses of 2021 come in pastels and jewel tones, with most people searching for blue bridesmaid dresses, silk-satin materials, and black-tie gowns from ASOS and Phase Eight. For affordable dresses, we also recommend Chi Chi London, Ghost, and Ted Baker or conside...
25 Stylish and Affordable Dresses That Are Perfect for Attending A Summer Wedding
According to UK government guidelines, wedding season is officially back up and running as of summer 2021. For most of us, that means being strategic with how much we spend on our friend’s big day. After cashing out on gifts, travel, and accommodation (especially if it’s a destination wedding), there isn’t much left over to invest in an incredible summer wedding guest dress. If you’re looking for an affordable outfit to wear to a wedding, we’ve got you sorted. Choosing the perfect summer wedding guest look can be tough, especially when you have to take note of the location. Whether it’s a traditional church wedding, a casual city soirée, destination nuptials by the beach, or a remote countryside ceremony, we have a few suggestions that will make your sar...
Holly Willoughby Wore a Stunning Halfpenny Bridal Two-Piece For Dancing On Ice Week 2
It’s fitting that after a weekend of snowy whether, Holly Willoughby wore a beautiful winter white outfit for week 2 of ITV’s Dancing On Ice. The stylish presenter’s two-piece bridal set was designed exclusively for the occasion by Halfpenny London, with Petal pearl earrings by Yoko London and shoes by Sophia Webster. Halfpenny London’s founder Kate Halfpenny was overjoyed to see Willoughby modelling her designs for Dancing on Ice and took to Instagram to share insights into what went into the fabulous bespoke bridal creation. “Im over the moon that beautiful Holly Willoughby (@hollywilloughby) is wearing a bespoke Halfpenny London two-piece on #DancingOnIce tonight,” said Halfpenny. “We love Holly’s style and the Halfpenny London mix of cool...
Molly Goddard Launches Its First Bridal Collection of 12 Whimsical Dresses
From street style pros like Rihanna to screen style stars like Killing Eve‘s Villanelle, Molly Goddard is defining girlish, bold, and whimsical womenswear. The homegrown British brand debuted its first bridal collection that features 12 dreamy wedding dresses made to order in the UK. Molly Goddard’s new wedding dresses are inspired by the brand’s iconic, empire-waist silhouettes. The range boasts smocked details, ruffles, tulle, and lots of volume in a classic selection of ivory. Priced at around £1,800 to £10,000, the collection also includes a small capsule of bridal shoes and bags. Brides-to-be that are keen for a made-to-order dress can choose from a few fabrics, with slight variations of colour for the tulle, ribbons, and veil. If you fancy something a bit more bespo...
The Crown’s Costume Designer Shares the Details of Princess Diana’s Wedding Dress Replica
The Crown‘s costume designer Amy Roberts did an impressive job recreating Princess Diana’s iconic wedding dress. Emma Corrin, who plays Diana Spencer, will be wearing the dress for the royal wedding scene with Prince Charles (Josh O’Connor) in season four of the series — and Netflix recently shared some new details into the making of the iconic replica. Princess Diana’s original ivory silk wedding dress worn at Buckingham Palace on July 29, 1981, was designed by Elizabeth and David Emanuel. It featured a 25-foot train, 153-yard tulle veil, three-quarter length puffed-sleeves, and ruffles along the neckline and back of the gown. For The Crown‘s recreation, Netflix shared on Twitter that costume designer Amy Roberts “wanted to pull in many of the style cho...
Princess Beatrice’s Bridal Look Was Filled with Sweet Details For Her Mum, Sarah Ferguson
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi got married in a private wedding ceremony at All Saints Chapel in Windsor on Friday, 12 July. On Sunday, Buckingham Palace released two beautiful photos of the newlyweds, which highlighted the subtle styling details of Beatrice’s bridal look that honoured her love for her mother, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York. Princess Beatrice altered Queen Elizabeth’s vintage Hartnell gown by adding similar puff sleeves worn by Sarah, Duchess of York on her own Links”>wedding day on 23 July, 1986. Ferguson wore an embroidered Lindka Cierach gown for her marriage to Prince Andrew, Duke of York, which featured diamanté embroidery and gigot sleeves — which have come full circle back in fashion. Beatrice also chose to wear her hair in a half ...
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