Gatsby Style Wedding Fashion

Be a trend setting bride this wedding season!

Every bride is beautiful, but with these statement pieces from The Left Bank Jewelry & Bridal Finery, brides will do more than just stand out when they make that infamous walk down the aisle. This model is wearing a beautiful headpiece by Mystique and elegant teardrop earrings by Paradis. The Mystique headpiece makes a bold statement, while the Paradis earrings give the bride that traditional and timeless look. Considering the headpiece is such a breathtaking accessory, the simple but sophisticated earrings compliment it effortlessly.

Not only are these pieces trending today, they were also popular in the 1920’s. Considering the motion picture The Great Gatsby is all the rage now, these pieces cannot have more perfect timing. The movie, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Toby Maguire, and Carey Mulligan, displays the iconic styles of the Roaring 20’s. In the past, major motion pictures have had a big influence on what popular trends are to come. With this beautiful, Gatsby inspired jewelry set, the bride will not only look chic and sophisticated, but also stylish and show stopping.

Photography: Dennis Lee Photography
Venue: Blackstone Hotel
Hair/Make up: The Bridal Team
Accessories: The Left Bank Jewelry & Bridal Finery
Model: Factor

Tips for Short Wedding Hair

A great inspirational video from The Knot TV featuring many fabulous looks for brides with bobs, pixie-cuts, or any other shorter hair style. Accessories featured in the video can be found at The Left Bank Jewelry & Bridal Finery. Feel free to browse our headpieces online or come into our Chicago wedding boutique location for a more personalized experience; meet one of our stylists and actually try on the different accessory looks to find your perfect match!

Fashion Fridays- Our Very Own Bride Libby

One of our favorite Chicago wedding venues is The Garfield Park Conservatory.  With it's lush green flora, it's a wonderful city escape and makes a perfect setting for a wedding.  Our bride, Libby is stunning with her vibrant locks of red hair and a gorgeous blue hydrangea bouquet.  Setting off her locks is a sparkling petite comb and elegant drop crystal earrings, both crafted by one of our favorite designer lines we carry here at The Left Bank, Haute Bride. Feeling inspired by Libby's stunning look? Visit us at The Left Bank to find your perfect wedding day style!

Retro Inspired Wedding Accessories

I personally am in love with the recent trend in weddings for the vintage inspired and retro resurgence in wedding accessories.  This something so charming about carrying the same style clutch your mother carried at her wedding or wearing the same style earrings your grandmother did.  But fear not if you don't have family heirlooms.  Want to channel weddings from the retro age of the 60s through the 80s?  Check out these fun pieces we pulled that all have a touch of that retro feeling.  Above, a gorgeous Silk Beaded Clutch, $129, by Sondra Roberts.

Evyn Hairpins, $125/set of 5

Sapphire Studs, $64

Double Rose Haircomb, $129

Marquis Sway Haircomb, $88

Indulge your retro side.  Where to Buy.

Whimiscal Wedding Accessories

Don't feel like you have to be stuck with the same wedding jewelry every other bride is wearing.  There are tons of great, unique wedding accessory designers that can design a piece that is uniquely you!  Here are some of my favorite pieces for that bride that is looking for a bit of whimsy.  Think classic and beautiful fairytale with a twist.  Above, one of my favorite young designers that satisfies my need to shop locally, Monsieur Pamplemousse based in Chicago has created this gorgeous Gold Wire Bracelet, $78, all hand wired with fresh water pearls, crystals, and gold plate.

April Plume, $198

Catherine Shoe by Benjamin Adams, $399
Limited Quanitity Available.

Lorna Earrings, $129 designed by Avant Bride NYC

Pearl Branch Brooch, $109

Love the pieces?  Where to Buy.

Peacock Bridal Hair Pieces

Peacock colors have been a chic, popular choice for brides for the past few years and it shows no signs of stopping.  The gorgeous teals, greens, and blues are a gorgeous combination that match a variety of colors.  Are you using peacock feathers to adorn your wedding day or as an accent in your bouquet?  Take those feathers and slide them into your hair.  Peacock is a brilliant accent for hairpieces.  Who says your table should have all the fun?!  Here are some of our favorite pieces.  Above, the stunning Roya by Sara Gabriel, $185.  This large piece is perfect for the bride wanting to make a statement as it measures 9"x7".

Anita Fascinator by Jillian Marie Designs, $240

A smaller peacock accent and sister piece to Roya (above).
Izzy Hairpin by Sara Gabriel, $165.

Meg Wedding Jewelry Peacock Haircomb, $129.

No matter how you incorporate peacock into your wedding day, it is sure to impress your guests.  Just watch out for guests that might want to pluck these pretty feathers from your centerpieces.  Are you planning to incorporate peacock into your bridal look?

Want to buy?  Click here for details.

Something Blue Vintage Wedding Jewelry

Looking for something unique for your something blue?  We love these vintage inspired and vintage element pieces created with a hint of blue by a local Chicago designer..  These perfect pieces for double dipping your "something old" and "something blue."  Above, my favorite of the mix, a delicate and beautiful haircomb featuring a petite hair comb, a mix of soft feathers, and shinning blue crystals.  Chloe Haircomb, $78.

Blanche Earrings, $158

Belle Aire Double Brooch Pearl Necklace, $264

Tiffany Oleander Triple Strand Pearl Necklace, $250

Malena Double Strand Pearl Bracelet, $168

See one you love?  Contact us today!  All these gorgeous gems are one of a kind.  Once one lucky bride snaps them up, your something blue search will have to continue.  Call The Left Bank Jewelry at 773.929.7422 or via email here for availability.

Chunky Crystal Bridal Hair Jewelry

Our second post in our series on "big bling" for brides is hair jewelry.  Check out these fabulous chunky crystal hair jewels.  Perfect for accessorizing a simple dress or an elaborate hair do.  Because sometimes you just need some extra sparkle...especially on your wedding day!  Larger stones in your hair jewelry also allow the pieces to been seen better if you have very curly or wavy hair as well.  Above, a great versatile set, Marquis Spray Hairpins, $98 for a set of two.

Sweet and sophisticated, Donielle Veil, $187 by Sara Gabriel.  (See more beautiful Sara Gabriel headpieces here.)

Haute Comb, $109.  Will match with almost any style updo!

This beautiful piece is vintage and one of a kind.  Vintage Marquis Comb, featuring A.B. or "rainbow" crystals.
Contact us to see if it's still available!

Crystal Cluster Comb, $98.  Set on a wide hairpin making it perfect for slipping into an up do or french twist.

These pieces are so new, they haven't made it to the Left Bank Jewelry website yet.  So see our Where to Buy section, or contact us for more details!

Still looking?  Check out these other posts featuring fabulous, sparkling hair jewelry.

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Bridal Headpieces - Defined!

Sparkling Statement Headpieces for Brides

This year, big and sparkling is the perfect look for brides.  Looking for a dramatic headpiece to accent a simple dress or strike the right balance with an ornate gown?  Search no more.  We've added these fantastic, glittering headpieces to our collection and couldn't be happier!  Above, the stunning Hermia Statement Bandeau, $349

Looking for a haircomb?  The Majesty Comb, $189 is perfect for adorning a large bun or swept back curls.

This asymmetrical statement headband is perfect for a contemporary gown.  The Diva Headband, $349.

Slightly more understated, but by no means simple, The St. Tropez Haircomb, $249.

Gorgeous and fairytale inspired the Chantesse Statement Band, $439, lays flat on top of the head.

A perfect piece for tucking into a French Twist, Vilmavie Haircomb.

Another gorgeous haircomb, the Puccini Comb, $369, is a versatile as it is sparkly.

And statement pieces aren't just for weddings!  Wear one to your next black tie event and be the bell of the ball!  Shop online now, or contact us for more information.

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The Ballerina Inspired Bride

Ballet has symbolized romance and grace for years.  Thanks to the popularity of great ballets like "Swan Lake" and Natalie Portman's star showing in "The Black Swan" ballet has been thrust into the spotlight.  We love the idea of copying that gorgeous, chic style for weddings.  After all, what better day to be graceful and romantic?  Here are some of our favorite ballet inspired wedding accessories.  Adorn your gown and channel your inner swan with this beautiful Sloane Bracelet, $279, by Sara Gabriel.  Hand crafted of soft feathers and accented with a cluster of crystals, Sloane can be worn as a bracelet or a headpiece.  Available in Diamond White, Pale Ivory, or Black.

Ballet Dancers can't wear big earrings while dancing, so petite pearl and crystal studs are the perfect compromise.  From left to right Hepburn Pearl Post Earring $68, Cheri Studs $62, and Pearl Studs $36.

Any perfect ballerina bride needs chic crystal encrusted ballet flats of course.  Renee by Benjamin Adams, $195.

The creamy ribbons on this delicate bandeau echo the feeling of the ribbons on pointe shoes.  Jessamine Bandeau, $199.  Can also be worn as a sash.  See some other Ribbon Headpieces here.

Channel your inner Swan Lake with this gorgeous hand curled feather hair comb; looks perfect worn as a fascinator on the top of your head, or wrapped around a low chignon.  Mizzi Curly Feather Hair Comb, $149.  Designed by Lori London.

Add some extra sparkle to your sophisticated ballerina bun with these Petite Crystal Stud Hairpins, $36 for a set of six.  Also available in a larger Grande size.

Love the look?  Has the Black Swan or any other movie influenced your bridal look?

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Bridal Fascinators & Veil Alternatives

Brides are donning chic fascinators, hatlets, chapeaus, and hairpieces now more than ever.  Call it the european influence or the Kate Middleton effect, either way, fascinators are a glamorous and chic way to make a statement on your wedding day?  Want a little history?  Check out our previous post "What is a Fascinator" for a little lesson.

We love their chic look and versatility.  Wear one for the entire day or stick to a traditional veil for the ceremony and switch to a petite hatlet or chapeau for the reception.  Since fascinators are gaining popularity with brides and wedding guests alike, the options available continue to grow.  Pick out a sweet piece designed by one of our designers like Sara Gabriel, Laura Jayne Bridal, Haute Bride, or custom create something unique just for you.  The possibilities are endless!  Here are some of our newest favorites...above, the over sized Aubrey Flower, $135, by Sara Gabriel in white is perfect for the bride or in black for the wedding guest.

This new French Tulle and Flower combination is perfect in place of a longer veil.  Bride's Head Revisited Leila Birdcage, $300.

Perfect for bride or bridesmaids, Betz, $72, is available with black or natural pale ivory flowers.

One of my favorite cocktail hats, the Lulu Chapeau, $98.

Don't think you can pull off a fascinator as wedding guest?  Of course you can!  As long as you stay away from white, ivory, and French Tulle, you'll have no problem.

Need proof?  That's me above in a petite pink vintage fascinator at a friend's July 2009 wedding in St. Charles, Illinois.

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Vow in the City Photos

 Just wanted to share some fabulous photos that photographer Leigh Loftus of Ocken Photography snapped during our most recent event.  We were at the lovely White House Black Market for Vow in the City and Out of the Box Bridal Event to share in gems, goodies, and gourmet treats with brides to be this past February 17th.  Here were some of the fabulous pieces we shared...above the Petals Hairpin Set by Haute Bride.  $125 for a set of two.  Available in organza (shown) or taffeta.

 French Blue Astoria by Angela Nuran, $279

 French Fascinator, $199
 

Left Bank Owner Susan with Chris Ocken of Ocken Photography who sent us these pretty images.  Susan is wearing the Nineveh Necklace, $315 and Glam Filigree Earrings, $149, both by Haute Bride.

Missed the event but love the look?  Don't worry, learn where to buy here or contact us directly.