AisleDash http://www.aisledash.com AisleDash http://www.aisledash.com/media/feed_logo.gif AisleDash http://www.aisledash.com en-us Copyright 2009 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/Dress of the day: Style 5909 by Wattershttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/31/dress-of-the-day-style-5909-by-watters/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/31/dress-of-the-day-style-5909-by-watters/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/31/dress-of-the-day-style-5909-by-watters/#commentsFiled under: , ,


Sometimes all you need to make a dress special is gorgeous fabric. This strapless dress by Watters is made in shimmering brocade and it is just a lovely thing to behold. It's available in knee length or floor length, though we really like it short (as shown here) because we love the contrast of traditional brocade with the youthfulness of a short strapless dress.

Available in sizes 0-24. Visit Watters.com for more information.

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]]>bridesmaidsbrocadedress of the dayDressOfTheDaywattersAisledash bloggerThu, 31 Jul 2008 14:00:00 ESTTuxedo styles and trends: Interview with Jay's Formalwear, Part Threehttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/30/tuxedo-styles-and-trends-interview-with-jays-formalwear-part/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/30/tuxedo-styles-and-trends-interview-with-jays-formalwear-part/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/30/tuxedo-styles-and-trends-interview-with-jays-formalwear-part/#commentsFiled under: ,

We've spoken with Jay's Bridal and Special Occasions about wedding gowns, and now we're moving on to our third part on tuxedos. Jay's is a one-stop bridal salon located in Gainesville, Florida and their tuxedo department is online at jaysformalwear.com. Throughout the series, we'll discuss everything wedding, ranging from bridal gowns to music to tuxedos. In this installment, Kristen Seymour will chat with the owner of Jay's, Paul Rhodenizer.

Men's fashion doesn't experience the same type of change as women's fashion -- it's much more gradual. Still, there are a few trends that are highly popular now, although just as with bridesmaids' dresses, not all styles are suitable for all body types.

When helping a couple select a tuxedo style for a wedding party, Paul tries to get a feel for the body types involved. "The groom might be tall and thin, and would look great in a three-button jacket, but if his best man is 5'8" and 300 pounds, that style isn't going to work on him." The multiple buttons on a jacket for a guy with a big belly is like a large busted woman wearing a button-up blouse -- there's going to be unflattering gapping.

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]]>fathersformalweargroomgroomsgroomsmenjaysbridalmenswearsuittuxedoweddingAisledash bloggerWed, 30 Jul 2008 16:00:00 ESTDress of the day: Catherine by Wtoo Brideshttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/30/dress-of-the-day-catherine-by-wtoo-brides/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/30/dress-of-the-day-catherine-by-wtoo-brides/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/30/dress-of-the-day-catherine-by-wtoo-brides/#commentsFiled under: ,


This luminous chiffon empire waist gown is so pretty and easy to wear! With its intricately embroidered bodice and flowing skirt, you will surely look like a goddess in this dress. It's definitely maternity-friendly too!

Available in sizes 0-24. Visit Watters.com for more information.

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]]>chiffonempire-waistgoddessmaternitywatterswtooAisledash bloggerWed, 30 Jul 2008 14:00:00 ESTChoosing your tuxedo accessories and saving money: Interview with Jays Formalwear, Part Twohttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/29/choosing-your-tuxedo-accessories-and-saving-money-interview-wit/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/29/choosing-your-tuxedo-accessories-and-saving-money-interview-wit/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/29/choosing-your-tuxedo-accessories-and-saving-money-interview-wit/#commentsFiled under: ,

We've spoken with Jay's Bridal and Special Occasions about wedding gowns, and now we're moving on to our second part on tuxedos. Jay's is a one-stop bridal salon located in Gainesville, Florida and their tuxedo department is online at jaysformalwear.com. Throughout the series, we'll discuss everything wedding, ranging from bridal gowns to music to tuxedos. In this installment, Kristen Seymour will chat with the owner of Jay's, Paul Rhodenizer.

Compared to shopping for a bridal gown, shopping for the guys' tuxedos might seem like a piece of cake. However, while there aren't quite as many options regarding formalwear for the men, it's not all black and white. In fact, sometimes it's chocolate, khaki, or ivory, and then there are the accessories ... it's enough to get confusing, if you let it.

Before helping brides and grooms choose the tuxedos for the wedding, Paul spends a bit of time listening. "First, I try to find out a little about the formality of the wedding, but just as important is how the bride feels about things like color coordination. To some brides, having the groomsmen's vests match the color of the bridesmaids' dresses is really important, while other brides find it tacky."




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]]>accessoriesbudgetcolorcostgroommatchingmoneysaving-moneytuxedoweddingAisledash bloggerTue, 29 Jul 2008 16:00:00 ESTDress of the day: Sage by Christos Bridalhttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/29/dress-of-the-day-sage-by-christos-bridal/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/29/dress-of-the-day-sage-by-christos-bridal/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/29/dress-of-the-day-sage-by-christos-bridal/#commentsFiled under: ,

Sage by Christos Bridal
The sage by Christos is a simple scoop neck empire-waist gown with a beautiful velvet ribbon detail at the waist that cleverly wraps around your bare back and ties up into a pretty knot. It's a very sexy detail thanks to the deep v-back. In fact, all of the embellishment is at the back - there are fabric buttons from the base of the v-back to the velvet bow detail at the chapel train, and that's it - but somehow it's more than enough.

Check out the Christos website for more information.

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]]>a-linechristosdress-of-the-daysagevelvetAisledash bloggerTue, 29 Jul 2008 14:00:00 ESTWho needs to rent a tux? Interview with Jay's Formalwear, Part Onehttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/28/who-needs-to-rent-a-tux-interview-with-jays-formalwear-part-o/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/28/who-needs-to-rent-a-tux-interview-with-jays-formalwear-part-o/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/28/who-needs-to-rent-a-tux-interview-with-jays-formalwear-part-o/#commentsFiled under: ,

We've spoken with Jay's Bridal and Special Occasions about wedding gowns, and now we're moving on to tuxedos. Jay's is a one-stop bridal salon located in Gainesville, Florida and their tuxedo department is online at jaysformalwear.com. Throughout the series, we'll discuss everything wedding, ranging from bridal gowns to music to tuxedos. In this installment, Kristen Seymour will chat with the owner of Jay's, Paul Rhodenizer.

While not every wedding is formal enough to require tuxedos, a majority of brides and grooms opt to dress their wedding party in them. But who all needs one, and what are the rules for matching?

Of course, the groom needs a tux, and one thing he should consider is the color of his bride's gown. "A majority of our dress sales are now in a shade of ivory," said Paul, "so we encourage the groom and his groomsmen to wear ivory shirts to go with that."

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]]>fathersformalweargroomgroomsmenivorytuxtuxedoweddingwedding-partyAisledash bloggerMon, 28 Jul 2008 16:00:00 ESTDress of the day: Style 1873 by Casablancahttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/28/dress-of-the-day-style-1873-by-casablanca/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/28/dress-of-the-day-style-1873-by-casablanca/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/28/dress-of-the-day-style-1873-by-casablanca/#commentsFiled under: ,


For the bride who wants to look drop-dead elegant, we offer this stunning dress by Casablanca. The natural waist is highlighted by a wide sash, and fabric buttons travel from the bottom of the "V" at the back to the hemline. The French lace halter bodice is the key - it's beautiful and sophisticated, and certainly not fit for a "blushing" bride. Instead, we think this dress is appropriate for a real woman - and how many of us are getting married at 18 these days? Chances are that by the time you take that walk down the aisle you've lived quite a bit and there's nothing wrong in letting your dress reflect that. So say we.

Available at Casablanca bridal.

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]]>casablancadress-of-the-dayfrench-lacelacesashwide-sashAisledash bloggerMon, 28 Jul 2008 14:00:00 ESTDress of the day: Nicole Miller square neck satin dresshttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/27/dress-of-the-day-nicole-miller-square-neck-satin-dress/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/27/dress-of-the-day-nicole-miller-square-neck-satin-dress/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/27/dress-of-the-day-nicole-miller-square-neck-satin-dress/#commentsFiled under: , ,



Liven up a classic satin sheath with a burst of bright color - we just love this yellow - for an update on the traditional bridesmaids dress. The sky's the limit when accessorizing this simple silhouette - you could add a brooch, dramatic flowers or a shawl in a contrasting color.

We'd love to see a wedding where every bridesmaid wears a simple dress like this, but in different brights. Wouldn't it be refreshing?

$188 sizes 0-14. Available at Nordstrom.

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]]>classicdress of the daydress-of-the-dayDressOfTheDaynicole-millersheathyellowAisledash bloggerSun, 27 Jul 2008 12:00:00 ESTDress of the day: Vivien Leigh by Sirihttp://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/26/dress-of-the-day-vivien-leigh-by-siri/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/26/dress-of-the-day-vivien-leigh-by-siri/http://www.aisledash.com/2008/07/26/dress-of-the-day-vivien-leigh-by-siri/#commentsFiled under: , ,


You will have some very happy bridesmaids if you choose this very stylish dress by Siri - in fact, we may beg you to let us be a bridesmaid just so we can have an excuse to buy it. This dress is GORGEOUS.

The portrait collar and full knee-length skirt are so deliciously retro and the entire silhouette is so feminine and fun and flatters many figures. We can imagine this dress fitting in both at a chic city wedding or at an old-fashioned family event. You will look amazing anywhere you wear it!

Visit siriinc.com for more information.

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