Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Lace Wedding Coverups

So many brides wear strapless wedding gowns and want to cover up a bit for their wedding ceremony.  It's often dictated by the Church, Mom or Grandma...or the bride simply wants the demure and romantic look.  This delicate lace and tulle capelet is such a unique design by Laura Jayne Bridal in Toronto, Canada.  It can be made in a both beautiful French Chantilly or French Alencon Lace in Silk Diamond White and Soft Pale Ivory. We love the way this gently graces her shoulders.  For more info contact: TheLeftBank@sbcglobal.net
or view our website: www.LeftBankBridal.com
Simply beautiful lace wedding cover up by Laura Jayne Bridal

Thursday, April 3, 2014

Don't Let Your Wedding Veil Get Blown Away In The Wind!

If you're getting married outside and wearing a wedding veil, don't worry about your wedding veil getting blown away in the wind! These incredible new veil weights designed by California wedding planner extraordinaire, Jill Watson who knows first hand how a veil disaster can wreak havoc on great wedding photos.  These magnetic wedding veil weights are specially designed to be as light weight as possible and tested not to tear a precious wedding veil. They simply slip on and off your veil and are not permanent.  Perfect for beach weddings, island weddings, outdoor weddings, sunset wedding ceremonies and of course, Windy City Chicago Weddings!

Choose from 4 styles of magnetic veil weights; Pearl round & oval and Crystal round & oval.
They are created in sets of 6 magnetic veil weights, most veils require 4-6 and typically placed 12-18" apart.  One of the best wedding veil inventions...when the wind blows, your veil will not!
Available at www.LeftBankBridal.com Priced at $57 for a set of 6 wedding veil weights.
Now on sale for a limited time! Please view our site for the sale price of $28.50!
Click on "Finishing Touches", then on "Ceremony & Reception Items"

Magnetic Veil Weights, Four Styles To Choose From


This is a perfect example of a beach wedding bride who needs magnetic veil weights!

Save The Veil Magnetic Veil Weights are so easy and simple to use!

Friday, March 7, 2014

Sara Gabriel "Hazel" Ensemble

Most wedding stylists don't go for the "matchy-matchy" look, but if it works, don't fight it!
The Sara Gabriel Hazel earring, bracelet, hair band and wedding sash ensemble are just too perfect together.  You can also wear the sash as a head bandeau.  Our New Jersey bride, Patti is wearing the entire Sara Gabriel Hazel collection! Best of all, you can wear them after your wedding.  Find Sara Gabriel wedding accessories at www.LeftBankBridal.com where you'll find "Everything But The Dress" for your wedding day!
Sara Gabriel Hazel Hair Bandeau $257

Sara Gabriel Hazel Earring $157


Sara Gabriel Hazel Bracelet $197

Sara Gabriel Hazel Sash $257



Our New Jersey Bride, Patti wear the Sara Gabriel Hazel Earrring
The Sara Gabriel Hazel Bracelet, just lovely!

The Sara Gabriel Hazel Sash is perfect over a lace wedding gown


Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Angela Nuran Shoes On Sale

From the "Queen of Comfortable Wedding Shoes" Angela Nuran Shoes...which rarely, if ever, go on sale (sigh...) we have a limited run of the Angela Nuran Fancie Shoe on sale!
The "Fancie" shoe is just as comfortable as her other wedding shoes made with ultra comfy pillow top padding, luxe pearl ivory silk, with soft kid leather interior and genuine suede leather soles.
Designed with an Art Deco essence and a pear shaped crystal embellishment (not prong set, no worries about fraying/snagging your wedding gown) and a slender 3.5" heel.
Choose from the classic ankle strap or the convertible style which criss/crosses on top of your foot for truly amazing support, just like the professional dancers wear.  Dyeing available for this shoe.
As Angela's Motto goes, "Feeling Is Believing"!  Originally $199, now $129 for a very limited time!
Shop online at: www.LeftBankBridal.com 
UPDATE: We are sorry to report that this style is completely sold out.

The Angela Nuran Fancie Shoe in Pearl Ivory Silk
Choose from 2 different Angela Nuran Fancie Styles:  The Convertible or Classic Ankle Strap

Saturday, January 4, 2014

Wedding Sashes & Belts

Wedding sashes and belts really make a wedding gown pop and accentuate a waistline.  Here are some of our favorites which can be tied in a simple ribbon or made with a hook and eye closure.  Some brides have their seamstresses sew or tack on the sash to their gown, so it stays perfectly in place.  If you're looking for a pop of color, we can custom make them in any ribbon color you desire.  Trending colors now are champagne, dove grey and blush wedding sashes. For more wedding sashes and bridal belts Shop online at www.LeftBankBridal.com

Real bride Jessica, wearing the Addie Sash over her ivory lace wedding gown
Our bride, Marjorie wearing the Addie Sash

The "Dani" sash 1-1/2 wide packed with Swarovski crystals
The "Lovely" sash slightly tapered $299

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Baby it's cold outside!

What can keep me and my attendants warm for my winter wedding while we take photos outside?  Take a look at these new styles of  glam faux fur wedding cover ups and shrugs.  New this season is a blush toned bolero jacket and shrug.  We've had many clients get the blush toned faux furs for their bridesmaids who are wearing grey, blush and champagne tones.  They'll look glam, keep you warm and you'll be sure to get some beautiful photos outside! All of our faux fur wedding jackets sold at The Left Bank Jewelry & Bridal Finery are high quality pieces made in the USA. Choose from winter white, champagne, blush and more!
All available at www.LeftBankBridal.com


Friday, October 25, 2013

Complete Look: Oscar de la Renta


Everyone knows that Oscar de la Renta creates some of the most beautiful gowns.  We have chosen some of our most unique wedding accessories to compliment with this breathtaking dress.  We have styled this bride with an Emily Blusher veil, vintage inspired Scroll Drop Earrings, and one of our best selling and most comfortable wedding shoe, the Angela Nuran Astoria shoe.


*All wedding accessories and Angela Nuran wedding shoes available at www.LeftBankBridal.com


Monday, August 19, 2013

The Complete Look: Vera Wang Lindsey Gown

We adore Vera Wang wedding gowns and love styling them with beautiful wedding accessories.  We paired the ethereal Vera Wang Lindsey Gown with the Wendy Veil from Sara Gabriel, Francaise Earring from Regina B. Designs and the Ambrosia Bracelet from our exclusive La Reine Du Jour designs.



*All wedding accessories available at www.LeftBankBridal.com

Monday, July 29, 2013

Complete Look: Tara Keely gown

We love giving great wedding styling advice to our brides here at The Left Bank Jewelry and Bridal Finery and this is what we would love to see with this beautiful Tara Keely gown! Paired with this gown are wedding accessory designer, Meg Lammers hand creations; the Penny Earrings  along with this stunning earring is the matching Penny Wedding Cuff


*All wedding accessories available at www.LeftBankJewelry.com




  

Friday, July 26, 2013

How to choose your wedding veil length

Shopping for wedding veils can often be a bit daunting as many brides become uncertain about what wedding veil length would be perfect.  We've created this wedding veil illustration which will help any bride decide on the perfect veil! At the Left Bank Jewelry and Bridal Finery our wedding veils are all hand crafted and custom made to your exact specifications. What color tulle to choose? 90% of all the veils we hand make are made in pale ivory. You can choose from an array of different wedding tulles, all super soft and elegant. Not certain you want to wear a wedding veil? It's the only time in your life you get to wear one and they photography beautifully!