Happy Trendy Thursday DB Readers! Since many proms are right around the corner, if you are still scrambling for a dress- here are some great options that are under $100! Three of our dresses were recently featured on PennyChic.com- an awesome website that keeps up with the latest fashion trends!
1. Satin Sweetheart Dress $99 (David’s Bridal)
4. White by Vera Wang Organza Bubble Skirt Dress $59.99 (David’s Bridal)
When it comes to planning a wedding, most of the focus is on how much the bride and groom will have to pony up for their big day.
But what about the people who pay just for the pleasure of wishing them well?
A new survey found wedding guests and bridal parties expect to spend more than $500 on average this year –– a huge bump over 2012.
Between tux rentals, dress fittings, bachelor(ette) parties and pre-wedding showers, bridal party members will shell out $577 per person these days, compared to $377 in 2012.
As for the 69 million wedding guests expected to attend nuptials this year, they can expect to spend $539, up 59% since 2012.
The reason? Hotel and gas costs are rising, which means just getting to a wedding costs more than usual. And then there are the gifts, of course.
Guests spend about $108 on average on wedding gifts!
Good Morning DB Readers and Happy Trendy Tuesday! We don’t know about you, but we look at weddings as joyous opportunities to dine, dance, celebrate…and show off our impressive style. Don’t get us wrong — nobody’s trying to steal the spotlight from the lady in white, but a girl’s got to hold her own.
Which is why we’ve put together three killer dresses perfect for this season’s happiest fetes. Whether you’ve RSVP’ed to a casual afternoon affair or an over-the-top soirée, these carefully crafted ensembles will definitely put you on the best dressed guest list (bridesmaids totally vote on that sort of thing). Now, that’s something we can all toast to!
Short Crinkle Chiffon Dress with Front Cascade Style F14847
You’ll definitely be on trend in this lilac short number for a casual wedding! You’ll be able to dance all night long with ease and confidence!
NEW! High-Low Mesh Dress with Floral One-Shoulder Style 8420BW1B
The hi-low trend is all the rage this season, and this jersey dress with one shoulder applique will have heads turning for the more traditional wedding!
V Neck Sleeveless Chiffon Column Dress Style VW360027
For the more formal wedding, this gorgeous White by Vera Wang gown features a Sheer V-neck overlay is artfully gathered and draped for a beautifully flattering design in every size.
If you’re newly engaged, you know the wedding day is ALL about the bride! Looking to shape up for your wedding? We have some great workout tips on how to look absolutely fabulous in your gown!
What you want: A sleek, smooth torso for even the slinkiest sheath.
The Twist
1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and knees slightly bent. Imagine holding a ball in between your thighs. Squeeze your thigh muscles, then pull in your belly and tuck it under your pelvis (so you’re in a slight sitting position). Lace your fingers together and place your hands behind your head.
2. Keeping your chest high, slowly twist from side to side without moving your lower body, so that your upper body turns from facing left to facing right. Keep it slow — you won’t get the full benefit if you’re relying on momentum. Repeat 40 times. Yep, you heard us right — 40!
Standing Side Crunch
1. Stand in the same position as you did for the twist, with your abs tucked in and your toes facing front (but drop the imaginary ball!).
2. Lift your left knee toward your left arm bringing your elbow down to meet it. Hold, then return to the starting position. Repeat it on the right and do a total of 20 repetitions on each side.
What you want: Toned triceps, biceps, and pectorals to really strut your strapless stuff.
Bicep Curls
1. Standing with your feet hip-width apart and knees slightly bent, pull your tummy in and tuck your pelvis under. Hold a heavier pair of dumbbells down at your sides with your palms facing front.
2. Keeping your elbows at your sides, slowly curl the dumbbells toward your shoulders. Reverse direction and lower the dumbbells into starting position — avoid locking your elbows. Do 10 repetitions per set. Slow and steady wins the race here — you’ll get a bigger benefit from the exercise if you use concentrated, controlled movements. If you feel like you’re whipping the weights around to get them up, your dumbbells are too heavy. Downgrade to a smaller weight so you can move more comfortably.
Flat Dumbbell Fly
1. Lie down with your knees bent and your feet firmly planted shoulder-width apart. Stretch out your arms on the floor so your body makes a T. Grasp a dumbbell in each outstretched hand, keeping your elbows slightly bent. Keep your palms facing up towards the ceiling.
2. Slowly raise the weights upward in a rounded arc (as if you were hugging a tree!), gently touching the dumbbells together at the top above your body. Hold for a few seconds, then slowly lower the weights back to their starting positions. Do 10 repetitions per set.
Tricep Dips
1. Sit normally on a sturdy, nonwheeled chair. Place your hands on the front edge of the seat (fingertips facing front) and your feet on the floor, hip-width apart and a little bit ahead of you. Slowly slide your bottom off the seat of the chair, keeping your hands where there are.
2. Keeping your arms close to your body, bend your elbows until your upper arms are parallel to the floor, allowing your rear end to descend past the edge of the chair. Using your arms to lift you, reverse direction and push yourself back up to the point at which your arms are straight. Work up to 15 dips per set.
Good Afternoon DB Readers and Happy Fashion Friday!! Spring is in full bloom, but before you know it fall will be here! Two weeks ago we held an editor event that showcased our brand new Fall 2013 Bridal, Bridesmaids, Special Occasion and Accessories collections! Editors from various publications attended our day long event, and WeddingWire was the first to get snapshots of the entire collection! Check out some of the gorgeous images below of our new collection that will be hitting stores this summer!
Happy Thrifty Thursday Everyone!! Can you believe it’s already May?! We can’t!! We all know a designer wedding dress doesn’t have to cost you a small fortune. Check out an article first published by Bridal Guide which was then featured on Huffington Post that featured 3 gorgeous David’s Bridal dresses that all rang in under $1,000!
Candice McCain has graced the pages of People Magazine highlighting her huge weight loss success, and is renewing her vows to reaffirm her love and appreciation for her husband! Tune in for the emotional journey as Candice comes into our store in search for the dress of her dreams, and even shows the wedding gown she wore when she was double her size- style L8555 Ivy Champ! She ultimately chooses DB Studio style D0216 that will make her feel confident as she shows off her new figure at one of the most important events of her life! Check out the video below!
Chrissy Teigen has revealed that she has finalized the details of her upcoming wedding to John Legend, 34, including the dress!! The 27-year-old model told Showbiz Tonight that she chose her ‘soft and gorgeous’ Vera Wang gown after her superstitious fiance accidentally glimpsed at her first choice gown! The couples has been very indecisive about their nuptials, but told guests they’d have to “trek somewhere” to get to the location! We are excited to see where the couple will have their wedding!
So, how’s that summer shopping going? What’s that you say? You haven’t even started on a new summer look? Normally this would be a disaster — it’s late April, everyone! Shorts season is coming! — but luckily we’ve been keeping an eye on the fashion, and we can now present you with a foolproof guide to 2013′s most important trends. Summer movie fashion trends, that is. You wanted to dress like the people in movies, right? Great! Here’s a few tips on what to buy:
Floral Eveningwear- Movies include: The To Do List, I’m So Excited, The Great Gatsby
Pair with a red Solo cup, an extremely large cell phone, or the shady millionaire next door. So versatile!
White Suits of Intimidation- Movies include: Iron Man 3, Elysium
The color says, “It’s after Memorial Day!” The cut says, “I will end you.”
Unorthodox Neckwear- Movies Include: The Great Gatsby
Why wear a plain scarf when you can wear a strange mummy scarf? Why wear a mummy scarf when you can tie a poodle around your neck?
Business Black and White- Movies include: Frances Ha, Bling Ring
For court dates, modern dance performances, and any other situation in which a young and confused woman needs to declare herself to the world.
Good Afternoon DB Readers and TGIF! Today we are featuring five fabulous dresses that are fashion forward, budget friendly and BRAND NEW for Spring!! Whether you have a special occasion to attend like a wedding, bridal shower or date night, you can find a dress at David’s Bridal that won’t break the bank! What do you think of the latest dresses for this spring season?
Short Strapless Dress with Sequin Bodice Style F15419
Strapless Sweetheart Tea Length Dress with Beading Style F15413
Sleeveless V Neck Cotton Sateen DressStyle F15450
Long Strapless Chiffon Dress with Pleated Bodice Style F15555
Strapless Dress with Drop Waist and Tiered Skirt Style F15243
