Designer: Kitty Chen
If you are looking for a gown that is fun, sexy, and comfortable, you need to meet Kat from Kitty Chen! This dress has a little bit of everything. Starting at the top, she has crystal beaded spaghetti straps that transition into a plunged neckline. Her semi-sheer bodice highlights the layer subtle of glitter tulle that falls delicately under the floral and vine lace appliqué.
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When it comes to formal events, a fitted tuxedo truly exudes sophistication and class. However, it’s not just the tuxedo itself that makes the outfit complete; the finishing touches of the accessories can truly bring it all together. From the bow tie to the pocket square, every detail counts when it comes to accessorizing a tuxedo.
The Bow Tie
A mermaid style wedding dress is for brides who want to show off their curves on their big day! This design is a very popular and flattering choice for brides of all sizes.
The mermaid style is characterized by a fitted silhouette that hugs the body from the chest down to the knees or mid-thighs, where the skirt flares out into a dramatic mermaid “tail”.
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The A-line silhouette is one of the most traditional, frequently requested, and purchased, dress styles. This style looks flattering on everyone!
How do you communicate with your bridal store? Technology today permits many methods of communicating and Darianna Bridal & Tuxedo is proud to explain many ways you can get quick and easy answers for your bridal and tuxedo wear needs.
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Meet: Eve
Designer: Eddy K.
Why we love her: Eve by Eddy K is dreamy, romantic, and a must-try for every bride! A full tulle skirt, a beaded bodice, and an illusion back create something truly special. Eve starts off with a sophisticated V-shaped neckline with a slight plunge. Beaded spaghetti straps support the bodice and keep brides secure as they dance all night long.
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One of the best parts of prom season is watching the trends and colors. It changes year to year!
Let’s go back over the last decade for prom. In 2013-2014 the trend was glitz and glam, the more beaded the better. The hot colors then were black, red, silver and gold, but definitely embellished with glass-like chunky stones. One of our best selling dresses then was this gold beaded dress with a feathered skirt from Jasz:
Can time really pass by this quickly?
When our store opened in January 2013, Daria was 17 and Deanna was 5.
Daria graduated CB South that year, spent four years at James Madison University and a year at the Walt Disney Company. She came back to us in a full-time role in 2018. We were 3/4 of the way there… but little Deanna was still only 10.
Now I know time goes fast, but wow. Our store is now ten years old and “little” Deanna is 15 and working with us in prom. I can’t tell you how rewarding it is to work with my whole family, nor can I properly convey the stress of getting to this point.
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Meet: Keegan
Designer: Madi Lane
Why We Love Her:
Keegan is an ultra-romantic a-line gown that is sure to be a show stopper! An unlined bodice with exposed boning shapes provides support while adding a little flirty fun. Leafy lace appliqués cascade down the bodice and draw in the eye with the clear sequin embroidered atop.
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