Gorgeous Gold Wedding Jewelry

Finding gorgeous gold jewelry can be tricky, but what better to go with all those gorgeous champagne and taupe dresses we've been seeing than pretty gold pieces in beautiful tones.  Above, a perfect piece for bridesmaids or to accessorize a summer outfit, La Vie Parisian Bow Drop Pendant Necklace, $48.

Simple and sweet Pearl Stud Earrings, $72

Grace Earrings, $56

The perfect bridal bracelet,  Summer Ball Bracelet, $249.
Designed by Justine M. Couture

Effortless chic, Gold Wire Bracelet, $78.
Designed by Monseiur Pamplemousse.

Pendant Drop Necklace, $62.
Designed by La Vie Parisian.

Would you outfit yourself or your bridesmaids in gold jewelry?  Where to Buy.

Fashion Fridays - Ballgown with a Twist

I fell in love with doing Fashion Friday, which we started last month and just had to continue them for June!  In honor of the addition of dresses to The Left Bank Jewelry's Line, each Friday this month will feature a different dress from the Fancy New York line and the perfect accessories to go with it.  These vintage inspired dresses are all made to measure just for you and celebrate the "Sunday Best" concept.

Meet Suzanne, a 1950s inspired strapless ball gown accented with a full gathered gown and pleating detail.  Add a gorgeous sash or petite belt at the waist!  Here are some of my favorite accessories to match.

A great structured dress demands a structured hairpiece.  I love this oversized Aubrey Flower by Sara Gabriel, $135.  Also available with silver or gold wire in the center instead of black.

Make a statement with a chunky or bib style necklace.  White Gem Pearl & Crystal Necklace, $329.  Also available in all crystal.  Check out some of our other favorite bib style necklaces here.

If you wear a big statement necklace, opt for simple earrings.  I love these oversized coin pearl studs by Haute Bride.  They feel deliciously retro and are available surrounded by clear, champagne, or vintage rose colored crystals.  Coin Pearl Earrings, $98.  Also check out these other pearl stud earrings we heart.

Simple, structured, and ultra comfortable!  Angela Nuran Eternity Ballroom dance inspired wedding heels.  Available in 2.5" or a 3.5" heel.  $199.

Don't forget a chic wedding clutch!  The structure and sweet bow compliment the dress, while the subtle lace adds a bit of contrast.  Chantilly Wristlet, $120.

Shop all these fabulous finds online anytime.  

Don't see it on the website?  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.

Sweet Nothings Wedding Accessories

With all the big, bold wedding accessories and red carpet trends, sometimes all a bride wants is just a little sweet accent for her wedding day.  So take a break from huge dangling earrings, giant fascinators, and bold colors and indulge in the sweet nothing.  Here are some of my favorite simple, fresh accents.  The gorgeous Laura Earrings, $65, by Laura Jayne Bridal (shown above) are little and simple but not short on style.

A simple, rose inspired flower.
Allie Flower, $64

Simply Charming Garter, $29
Available in white or ivory.

Vivace Pendant Necklace, $42
Available with a crystal or pearl drop.

Father of the Bride or Father of the Groom Hanky, $26.

Where to Buy

Fashion Friday - Ruffled Perfection

I fell in love with doing Fashion Fridays, which we started last month, and just had to continue them for June!  In honor of the addition of dresses to The Left Bank Jewelry's Line, each Friday this month will feature a different dress from the Fancy New York line and the perfect accessories to go with it.  These vintage inspired dresses are all made to measure just for you and celebrate the "Sunday Best" concept.

If you saw our previous post on Romantic Ruffles, you know we love them!  That's why Caroline was a perfect choice for Fashion Fridays.  Ruffles are soft, romantic, and feminine and when paired with the structure of this gorgeous dress, also sophisticated.  Caroline features a lovely belted full-length sleeveless dress with ruffle detail at fitted bodice and at skirt hem. Available in satin-faced organza and cotton organdy.  Here's what I would pair her with.

Let the ruffles stand out by selecting a hairpiece that is structured and tailored like the rest of the dress.  This pretty Callie Fleur Headpiece, $166,  piece by Sara Gabriel  is created with pressed bamboo and features two calla lilies, coque feathers, and crystal accents in the center of each flower.

No need for a necklace with all those ruffles, opt for killer earrings instead.  I love these Toulouse Drop Earrings, $42, for their decisively vintage feel and fabulous budget friendly price.  

Stay away from shoes with ruffles since the hem has a little ruffle to it.  Cinnamon, $88, by Pink Paradox London features a short 2.5" heel and some fun bling on the toe to peek out from under the dress.

Check out our other Fashion Fridays!  Short & Chic Pam, Tea Length Linda, Long & Flowing Dora, Short & Sassy April.  

Haute Bride Trunk Show

Join us for our last trunk show of the season!  Haute Bride marks our last trunk show for 2011, so make sure to stop by our Haute Bride Trunk Show for gorgeous custom designed bridal gems.  This San Francisco based designer is famous for their chunky stones, vintage inspired feel, and trendy pieces.  Shop for stunning bridal earrings, necklaces, brooches, bracelets, hair jewelry, fascinators, and more!  We love these pieces so much, we brought them back for a second trunk show in 2011.

Haute Bride Trunk Show

Friday, June 10th ~ Noon - 7pm

Saturday, June 11th ~ 11am - 6pm

Sunday, June 12th  Noon to 5pm

Shop with us these two days only, no appointment necessary.  In the meantime, wet your shopping appetite with some of our favorite pieces from Haute Bride Trunk Shows past.

Hope to see you there!  Keep up with specials and current events by joining our mailing list and you'll be the first to know when we announce our 2012 Trunk Show dates!

How to Accessorize a Swiss Dot Bridal Dress

The Swiss Dot is making a come back!   This lovely fabric, also sometimes called "point d'esprit lace" are a super sweet way to accessorize your wedding.  Designers like Modern Trousseau, Anne Barge, Christos, and Fancy New York (shown above, the Emily Dress) are all designed in delicious dots for brides' wedding gowns.  In a recent issue of BridesMagazine, they declared that they were loving gowns with "lots of dots" as they lookladylike and fresh.  I couldn't agree more!  

But the dotted look can be hard to accessorize, so don't fear if you've fallen in love with that swiss dot dress, here are some of out top picks for creating the perfect statement when your dress is made with "lots of dots."

Veil designers have been loving dots this season too.  While you can wear a traditional veil with a dotted wedding dress, if the bodice of your gown is created with a different fabric like the Fancy New York Emily Dress (pictured at top), a veil created with the same material will look especially chic.  I'm in love with this super soft veil designed by Lauren Jayne Bridal.

Shown with the Sorrell Necklace, $269

If you're not crazy about a traditional veil, Erica Koesler has designed the Dot Face Veil.  Adorned with soft feathers and a faux flower, the veil can go from ceremony to reception with a simple tuck of the tulle.  This shorter version of the dotted veil would be pretty with a simple silk dress as well.  Available in natural only, $220. Shown with the Trio Pearl Strand Necklace, $169.

When it comes to jewelry, let the soft and delicate dots be the statement.  Big bling, chunky stones, and lots of crystals feels too hard for this soft look.  Select small, round shapes and pretty pearls for the best look.  

My favorite selections, clockwise from top left:

Venice Stud Earrings, $132

Three strand Fairy Tale Bracelet designed Haute Bride, $189

Bubble Necklace, $149 (matching bracelet also available.

CZ Pearl Hairpins, $98 set of 3

Hera Pearl Earrings, $62, designed by Ianneci Bridal

Shop these fabulous designs, including that gorgeous Fancy New York dress at The Left Bank Bridal Finery in Chicago!  Love the look?  Let us know.  Have you seen any brides walking down the aisle in pretty point d'esprit lace?

Fashion Fridays - Fit and Flare

I fell in love with doing Fashion Friday, which we started last month and just had to continue them for June!  In honor of the addition of dresses to The Left Bank Jewelry's Line, each Friday this month will feature a different dress from the Fancy New York line and the perfect accessories to go with it.  These vintage inspired dresses are all made to measure just for you and celebrate the "Sunday Best" concept.

Meet Sally.  This sweet, tea length sleeveless boat neck shirt dress features a  belted full length circle skirt and looks gorgeous on almost any body type.  The sweet dots keep this dress feeling feminine.  Here are some of my favorite accessories to go with...

A simple and sweet face veil is all you need.  I love this gorgeous short French tulle face band by Sara Gabriel.  Accented with a pressed bamboo flower, feathers, and horsehair ribbon tuft, Sue Veil, $208.

No need for a necklace with this high neckline and the dot detailing begs for simple studs with a slight drop or a drop earring with a touch of pearl.  I like these Petite Pamela Earrings, $54, for their sweet feeling.

Opt for a petite tennis bracelet over chic, wrist length gloves for a truly vintage feel.  Pearl Vine Bracelet, $129.

A tea length dress requires beautiful shoes!  A pair without an ankle strap will keep your leg line long and the tailored bow on this pretty pair by Grace Footwear matches the structure of the belt.  Ashley Wedding Shoe, $130.

Finish off the look with this structured clutch!  Love Knot Clutch by  Dyeables, $56.  Available dyed to any color for just $15 extra.

Check out our other Fashion Fridays!  Short & Chic Pam, Tea Length Linda, Long & Flowing Dora, Short & Sassy April.  

Inexpensive Bridesmaid Jewelry

Looking for inexpensive but still beautiful bridesmaid jewelry option?  Look no further, we've found some pretty, inexpensive baubles perfect for your bridesmaids.  Above, we just received these pretty bridesmaid sets and love them.  They're a perfect, colorful, and budget friendly option to adorn your bridesmaids.  Each candy colored necklace comes complete with with matching stud earrings.  

Palette Crystal Collier Set, $39 each.  Available in Fuchsia (shown below and above left), Jet Black, Violette, Tanziete Light Purple, Baby Blue (shown above right),  Mint, Turquoise Teal (shown above, center), Aqua, Champagne, and Emerald.

These pretty chandelier earrings comes in an array of poppy colors perfect for matching with almost any dress.  Their light weight and post mounted making them perfect for all your girls.  Sassy Earrings, $21 each.  Available in Clear, Aqua (shown above left), Fuchsia, and Turquoise (above right).  Select other colors available as well, please contact us to see if we have your color.

We often show off these beautiful stretch bracelets!  They're comfortable, colorful, and inexpensive!  Crystal Glam Cut Bracelet, $42 each.  They also match perfectly with our Pave Post Earrings (not shown) $36-$42.

Another fun bracelet option, the Sassy Bracelet $29 each.  Available in Clear, Aqua (shown above left), Fuchsia, and Turquoise (above right).  Select other colors available as well, please contact us to see if we have your color.

Still looking for more options?  Check out our previous posts on Inexpensive Bridesmaid Sets or shop online at our website on a whole page dedicated to Bridesmaid Jewelry.