Fashion Inspiration

{1}Textured Ombre Dress: This dress transitions into a subtle blush color, while still maintaining a traditional sense of integrity. On trend, but still simple!

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{2}Satin Blush Shoes: The color palette in the dress allows you many color options for shoes. These pearl adorned pumps will accent every part of your gown.

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{3}Pink Diamond Ring: For the girl who loves pink, this gorgeous pink diamond in a rose gold setting would sparkle perfectly with the rest of this ensemble!

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{4}Jeweled Belt: On trend and a simple way to add a bit more to your wedding day look, this belt with white and blush colored flowers and jeweled accents is such a charming touch.

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{5}Pocket Square: Your groom can match you in a subtle way with a blush toned pocket square... it might even come in handy once the tears start!

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Fashion Inspiration

{1} Long Train Wedding Gown: Looking for a wedding dress that merges unique with classic? This beautiful and textured long train is sure to "wow" all of your guests!

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{2} Matching Colors: Lets change things up a bit. Have your bridesmaids wear the color of your wedding dress for their shoes, and you wear the color of their dress for your shoes! It may seem like a small detail, but it's a nice and easy way to tie everything together.

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{3} Ornate Engagement Ring: This ornate gold engagement ring is absolutely breathtaking! The beauty really is in the details.

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{4} Bridesmaids Necklace: If you're trying to find the perfect gift for your bridesmaids, than get them matching necklaces with the letter of their first name. They can wear it on the day of the wedding, and it will always be special gift that they can use years after too!

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{5} Dark Gray Tuxedo: This dark gray tux is very classic yet different enough to make a major statement at your wedding! Your groom will be as handsome as ever if he sports this look.

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Trend Tuesday | Bridal Belts

If you're looking to add a little something-something to your wedding dress, a belt is a great way to achieve that! We love this blingy one photographed by Lori and Erin. You can see more from them at lorianderin.com. Here are five ways you can add to your wedding dress.

{1} Bling Belt: This belt is perfect for a dress that doesn't have a lot of bling to it, like the lace dress pictured here. Add the perfect amount of sparkle for you. No more, no less.

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{2} Floral Details: 3D floral embellishments are very in style right now. This flower is a perfect addition to a soft, flowy dress that just needs something different.

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{3} Colored Sash: A good way to add color (or even your something blue!) to your dress is to add a sash. It can be a great way to highlight one of your wedding colors. We love how this one is satin and shiny.

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{4} Plaid Sash: This sash is a great way for you to show off your Irish or Scottish Heritage! Find a scarf or fabric in your family's tartan and wrap it around your waist over your dress. It is a great sentimental touch that brings you back to your roots.

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{5} Solid Gold Belt: If you want shine bit bling isn't for you, this is the perfect happy medium. The solid gold color is neutral and goes with any palette. But it is shiny enough to reflect the light in a nice way. We love how this one is skinny so it doesn't take anything away from the beauty of the dress.

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Ruby's Blog | Planning Checklist: Upon Engagement

Hello Brides and Grooms To Be!

I’m Ruby the Rochester Bride! As a newlywed of the Rochester area, I love sharing my knowledge of the wedding experience with newly engaged couples. This week I can’t wait to share with you some tips and pointers about creating your own planning checklist starting with what to do upon engagement! 

1. Set the date and time.
2. Determine budget and type of wedding.
3. Select attendants.
4. Start putting a guest list together that fits your budget.
5. Announce your engagement in the newspaper.
6. Parents may host engagement parties.
7. Select wedding consultant.
8. Select place for ceremony.
9. Select reception site.
10. Select florist.
11. Select color scheme.
12. Select photographer.
13. Select videographer.
14. Select music for the ceremony and reception.
15. Select caterer.
16. Select rentals (tent, chairs, tables, linens, chair covers).
17. Select wedding gown, headpiece, veil, accessories, shoes, and stockings.
18. Schedule engagement portrait.
19. Plan honeymoon and, if necessary, apply for passports.

Trend Tuesday | Red, White and Black Wedding

Red is known to be a romantic color, no matter the season. A classic elegant style for your wedding day could be to have a black and white wedding with red accents. This photo by Ultimate Images shows the bride's white gown hanging with her red bridesmaid dresses; a beautiful combination. To see more photos by Ultimate Images, visit UIphoto.com. Here we have various ways to incorporate accents of red into your otherwise black and white wedding!

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{1} Red High Heels: As the bride, white and ivory are traditionally your go-to color palette for your wedding day. Here we have some stunning red bowed high heels to consider wearing on your big day!

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{2} Red Velvet: No questions asked, a red velvet cake is sure to be a perfect fit for your wedding day. The "naked cake" look is simple, yet elegant, especially for this color scheme with the red showing through!

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{3} Ruby Red Apple: A great way to incorporate red into a fall wedding in a simple way is to use ripe apples. Bring your wedding colors and season together in an elegant way using apples as decor.

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{4} Red Chuck Taylors: If you have yourself a laid-back groom with casual style, red Converse sneakers or red socks are a subtle way to tie in your wedding colors without your groom stepping out of his comfort zone.

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{5} Red Roses: Red roses are just about as romantic as it comes, so what better wedding flowers than those! Just look at how elegant this bouquet is with red roses and crystals intertwined. 

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Trend Tuesday | Colored Wedding Gowns

Wedding dresses with a pop of color are pretty common, but a newer and less common trend with wedding dresses are colored gowns. This trend is not for everyone, but is definitely unique and very memorable. This shot by Robin Fox Photography is particularly unique.  Not only is the bride's dress a blush pink color, but her bridesmaid dresses are the ones that are white! To see more photos from this wedding and more, visit www.robinfoxphotography.com. Here are some more unique colored gowns to consider for your wedding day.

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{1} Black is the New Black: Though black and white go hand in hand and are often very elegant, a black wedding gown is not something you see everyday. Often women feel more comfortable in black. If black is part of your signature style, a dress like this one is a beautiful bridal choice.

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{2} Floral Gown: Another great way to make a statement with your wedding dress is to have it covered in a floral pattern like this one. This mermaid gown has some great flair with it's bright colored flower pattern.

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{3} Creme de la Creme: As far as wedding gowns go, an off white or an ivory gown is not that uncommon. Say you want to have a colored gown but you're usually quite simple. A creme colored bridal gown such as this one is a great way to have a statement dress without going too far off of a normal bridal gown palette.

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{4} Ruby Red: One of the most romantic colors out there is a rich red shade, so why not wear it on the most romantic day of your life. This bridal gown is sure to make heads turn.

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{5} Natural Green: Greenery is a popular trend this wedding season, so pair the natural look with a green wedding gown. It's sure to make a show stopping look for your outdoor wedding.

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