The Wedding Guest Style Guide*

Despite some temperamental weather recently here in the U.K., wedding season is well and truly underway. Whilst I love a good wedding, with so many event types (ranging from black tie, to casual & even destination) it can be a pretty stressful finding the perfect outfit as a guest.

However - luckily for me - The Black Tux* have created the Wedding Guest Style Guide to help anyone find the perfect outfit ahead of the special day.

I love how this guide creates an outfit perfect for any type of event (personally I would never have known what to wear to a White Tie wedding) & helps eliminate the worry of over/under-dressing.

In addition to the above The Black Tux* also offer Suit & Tuxedo rentals, so be sure to check them out if you - or anyone you may know - is heading to an event this Summer.

If you have any tips that aren't included in the above Style Guide 

I'd love to know in the comments below! 

xxx

Bridal Fashion with DressesOfGirl*

With shows like "Don't Tell The Bride", "Say Yes To The Dress" & "Say Yes To The Dress U.K" making their way onto my binge watching and guilty pleasure list, I can't help but find myself eyeing up the huge selection of gorgeous bridal/bridesmaid dresses on offer whilst daydreaming of the exact style I'd love to wear to a wedding...

After far too many Sunday afternoon spent binge watching these wedding themed shows (please don't judge me), I like to think that I now have a pretty good idea of the style of dress I'd happily to wear as a bride/bridesmaid.

Whilst I'm neither engaged or being a bridesmaid anytime soon, I couldn't resist creating a little "wish list" style post to share here on Small & Blonde - after all what girl didn't grow up spending her time dreaming of her perfect wedding & falling in love with every Disney Princess-style dress?!

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In my opinion each of these dresses would be completely perfect for anyone's big day. Not only is the a-line cut flattering (think skater style to hide the tummy) but the lace/chiffon detailing adds a perfect touch of elegance & romance - which of course is a must at any wedding. Pair with some stunning heels, jewellery & soft, bouncy curls & I'm pretty sure I'd have my wedding dream look.

Each of my chosen dresses feature as part of the stunning Bridal & Bridesmaid collections from Dressesofgirl* - a budget friendly store offering a range of dresses, shoes & accessories for all occasions (including evening, bridal & even homecoming dresses).  If you have an event coming up & need a little outfit inspiration without looking to spend too much, I'd definitely recommend checking them out.

What's your dream wedding/bridesmaid dress?

I'd love to know in the comments.

xxx

Cocomelody* Dream Wedding Dresses

If you read my recent post featuring Cocomelody*, then you'll know that I instantly fell in love with their collection of wedding dresses. So when I recently noticed the brands new collection, I couldn't resist sharing a few of my new favourite designs here.

The first dress to catch my eye was this stunning backless wedding dress. The lace detailing over the shoulders, combined with the statement pink ribbon, is something that really stood out to me. This is perfect dress for brides looking for a little extra way to combine both dress & wedding theme together.

Although different from the first, the next dress on my list is one I instantly fell in love with. The delicate lace details of the material combined with the rhinestone detailing along with waistline is something I find stunning for brides looking a simple yet elegant design.

The third & final dress that caught my eye was the gorgeous & *dare I say it* slightly sexy backless wedding dress. Whilst the low-cut back to this dress adds a sexy twist to more traditional designs, I feel the lace detailing from the straps down the train adds the perfect touch of glamour to soften an otherwise bold design.

Wedding dresses are all about elegance & class, something I feel each of the CocoMelody dresses manage to balance perfectly. Whether you're a bride-to-be or know someone currently planning their dream wedding, be sure to check out the full dress range using code W20 for $20.00 off select designs online.

What are your thoughts on these dresses?

xxx

CocoMelody Wedding Dresses*

Whether it be my favourite childhood princess or a family celebration, I've always loved the thought of weddings. In fact this love (combined with my of organising & planning) went on to inspire me to complete a degree in Events Management at university. So when I received the email from the team at CocoMelody asking if I'd like to write a post detailing their gorgeous wedding dresses, I jumped at the chance..

For those who don't know CocoMelody is a bridal store that offers both elegant & affordable wedding dresses to brides all over the world. After many hours of research (aka staring lovingly at dresses whilst imagining how each would look on myself) I finally managed to pick out three dresses that I really deserved to be shown-off here on Small & Blonde.

The first dress to catch my eye was this stunning lace design from the brands "2016 wedding dresses". What really stood out here was the detailing of the lace overlay from the shoulder straps right down to the slight train, allowing for just a hint of Disney princess. 

In contrast to the lace design is a dress that features within the brands "Beach Wedding Dresses". The waist detailing coupled with a classic design offers a simple yet elegant look that leaves me day-dreaming of saying my vows on a far-off exotic beach. 

For the third and final dress I couldn't resist including this beautiful champagne design. Although similar to the first dress featured, the subtle colour change adds a unique twist that is perfect for brides looking for something a little different. 

For me, a wedding dress is all about elegance & class, something I think each of these manage to balance perfectly. So whether you're a brides-to-be yourself or know someone planning their dream wedding, be sure to check out CocoMelody. Plus - if shopping online - enter code Wedding15 to recieve $15.00 off any full priced dress over $150.00.

Which is your favourite wedding dress?

xxx