Excited to introduce one of our new Mikado A-line wedding gowns – Blythe by Kitty Chen. One of our most popular designers since our opening in 2013, Kitty Chen creates unforgettable bridal gowns. Her signature styles continue to capture hearts with everything from long sleeve ball gowns to sexy silhouettes
Sarah Kelly is Store Manager at Darianna® Bridal & Tuxedo. After her now husband Tom proposed to her, she got busy planning her wedding. Like many brides, she quickly realized it wasn’t so easy to find the venue that met all their requirements. On a whim, she typed a quick
Listen to this blog as a podcast: Being handed a microphone to offer a wedding speech is one of the greatest honors a friend or family member can receive, yet it almost universally triggers a rush of mixed emotions. Whether you are standing beside the couple as a Best Man
Meet Ovani from Madi Lane wedding dresses “Legacy” Ovani from Madi Lane is truly a one-of-a-kind wedding dress. Classic elements like the a-line silhouette and the strapless sweetheart neckline are elevated with modern designs like sheer sides on the bodice and a basque waistline. A sharp plunge enhances the sweetheart
Did you know there is a right way to zip your wedding dress? A wedding gown is not just an ordinary dress. Because bridal gowns are heavily structured, intricately layered, and perfectly tailored to your unique measurements, getting into them requires a bit more finesse than zipping up your favorite
The Joy wedding dress by designer Sophia Tolli is a new bride favorite! If you are looking for a show stopping dress with a timeless elegance on your wedding day, Joy may just be the one! Joy Wedding Dress Features: The actual style of the dress is a natural waist,
Listen to this blog as a podcast: The latest trend in fashion-forward bridal is the romantic and flattering waterfall waist wedding dress. A waterfall waistline is a soft and flowing detail where the fabric drapes or Cascades downward from the waist. It creates a gentle, flowing, or “waterfall affect” rather
If you have been asked to be part of a wedding party, this is quite an honor. You each play a significant role whether best man, maid of honor, bridesmaid, or groomsman. As such, you know there will be time commitments as well as financial ones. Between the engagement party,
Twice a year, our full-time staff embarks on a journey to Chicago’s National Bridal Market to find the next season’s latest styles and store must-haves. This year, our Store Managers Daria and Sarah were joined by our new Director of Business Development Kylie. This event was two packed days of
Listen to this blog as a podcast: Few things cause wedding guests more uncertainty than a dress code on a wedding invitation. A dress code is meant to make getting dressed easier, but with everything from casual celebrations to formal black-tie weddings and ultra formal white-tie affairs, knowing exactly what
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