9 Ways to Make Mom Feel Extra Special on Your Wedding Day

Mother's Day will be here soon. This year it falls on Sunday, May 8, 2016. We adore taking care of the mothers of our brides in this South Florida bridal salon every bit as much as taking care of the brides themselves. In honor of this very important holiday, today's blog is dedicated to ideas on how to make your mother feel extra-special on your wedding day. 

1. Make your "something borrowed" something of hers. 

It will make Mom feel good to know that you are holding something near and dear to you that belongs to her as you walk down the aisle. That something you borrow will have even more meaning to her than it did before when you return it after the wedding. 

2. Give her a special wedding day keepsake.

Another option is to buy something brand new to gift to your mother in honor of the occasion. An embroidered handkerchief to catch her happy tears would be lovely. Another idea is an elegant frame to hold your favorite picture of the two of your from your childhood. 

3. Spend an entire day shopping for her dress.

Your mother deserves to look gorgeous on your special day. Make the shopping trip an event for the two of you. Start with brunch, then head to your appointment at Angelus Bridal & Formals so that we can treat your mother to an afternoon of pampering and fabulous fashion. After your shopping trip, go to a coffee shop to discuss wedding details together, plan a mini spa day, or go see a movie. Anything that you know you'll both enjoy.  

4. Say cheese!

Display photos of Mom from her wedding day, or use them in a slideshow at the reception. Be sure to ask the photographer to get a few special shots of just the two of you. Maybe you could even recreate a photo from her wedding day or a favorite childhood picture.

5. Reserve special transportation.

If your ceremony and reception are in different locations and traveling is involved, you will need to arrange transportation for yourself and the wedding party. Include your parents too. Hire a fancy car for them to ride like royalty in, allowing Mom to make a grand entrance.

6. Ask Mom to get ready with you and your bridesmaids.

Before the ceremony, a lot of fun things happen in the dressing room. Invite your mother to join you and your girls for hair, makeup, and manicures. She will love spending that time with you as well as getting the chance to watch you enjoy it. 

7. Ask her to walk you down the aisle. 

This tradition is often reserved for your father or another special man in your life. There is no reason why your mother can't escort you down the aisle along with your dad. If he isn't in the picture anymore, then she is the perfect candidate to fill this position.   

8. Dance with her.

The bride usually has a dance with her father, and the groom dances with his mother. Add a mother-daughter dance to the mix and share a bit of the spotlight with this special lady. Another nice gesture is to invite all of the mothers at your reception to hit the dance floor with their children. 

9. Write down how much you appreciate your mother.

Surprise Mom with a special note in your wedding program, or write a sentimental card to be delivered at the wedding. A hand-written thank you after the wedding weekend is also something she would really appreciate. 

The wedding day is all about the bride and groom, but there are a lot of wonderful people that have played a part in you getting to this day. Little gestures go a long way in making them feel as important as they are to you. Whether your wedding happens to be close to Mother's Day or not, the gestures above will make any mother very happy. 

Don't forget to make an appointment to come in with Mom to try on all of the exquisite gowns that we have for sale in our Pompano Beach bridal store. We carry lots of different styles, sizes, and colors to choose from so that she can find something wonderful to wear to your wedding. Angleus Bridal & Formals will make sure of it. 

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Helpful Fashion Tips For Wedding Guests

The bride and groom have the type of clothing that they want to wear decided upon, but sometimes wedding guests are a bit unsure of what is expected of them. Even if the invitation clearly states a type of dress code, guests may not always be clear on exactly what each dress code entails.

Angelus Bridal & Formals wants to make sure that everyone at your wedding is completely comfortable and look their very best. Today's blog defines the most common dress codes for you and offers a few helpful fashion tips. 

Many different things can help you to decipher the type of clothing that is acceptable to wear to a wedding. The formality of the invitation is often a good indicator. You can also take cues from the type of venue the wedding is taking place at and the time of day of the ceremony and reception. Afternoon weddings are generally a lot less formal than an evening function. Below you will find a few of the most common "dress codes" explained.

Casual

This is for the weddings that are a bit more laid back and relaxed, generally taking place during the day. Men can get away with wearing a nice pair of dress pants and a button-down shirt or polo. No tie is necessary. Women can wear a nice dress, or opt for a skirt or pants with a pretty blouse. If it is an evening wedding, think more business casual. 

Semi-formal (aka Dressy Casual)

Men should wear a suit and tie, and women should choose a cocktail dress or a dressy skirt and top. 

Beach Formal

The area where the wedding is taking place is very important in this case. Find out if it is directly in the sand or on sturdy ground simply near the water. If everything takes place outdoors, the weather will be a big factor in your clothing choices. Linen pants and shirts are comfortable for men, or some type of summer suit. Khakis work well. No tie is necessary, and sandals are perfectly acceptable. The ladies can wear a formal sundress or a tea-length to knee-length dress with flat sandals.  

Formal (aka Black Tie Optional)

The bride and groom want you to dress up for this wedding. Men are welcome to wear a tuxedo, but a formal, dark-colored suit and tie work just as well. For the women, a dressy suit, long dress, or formal cocktail-length dress should be worn. The formality of this type of wedding allows women to be a little more dramatic and glamorous with their makeup and hair, as do the next two categories.   

Black Tie

This is a very formal affair and almost always an evening event. Men are expected to wear a tuxedo with a black bow tie and cummerbund. Women can bring out their finest evening gown or beautiful cocktail dress for a formal wedding.

White Tie

This is the most formal type of dress code. Men should wear a tuxedo with tails, along with a white bow tie and vest, and if you like, white gloves for dancing are extra special. Women should choose a full-length formal ball gown in darker, neutral shades. 


At the end of the day, common sense goes a long way. Use the guidelines above to help you determine what should be acceptable. Another tip is that if you are completely confused by the wedding dress code, simply ask. It's a lot less embarrassing to ask a question than it is to show and look out of place. 

Angelus Bridal & Formals is known for our beautiful bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses, but we also have a marvelous selection of stunning gowns for women attending weddings from formal to white tie. If you would like to take a look at the magnificent dresses that we keep at our South Florida special occasion dress store, call us and make your appointment. We would be happy to help you find something amazing.  

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An Amazing Bridal Undergarment - The Flattering Me Bra

Many brides are so focused on finding the perfect wedding dress, the items that you are needed to go along with that dress are often an afterthought. We aren't talking about the jewelry or headpieces today, but the garments that you will need to wear under your gown. Just because no one will be seeing it doesn't mean that it's not a very important piece of your wedding day wardrobe. 

Our South Florida Bridal Salon understands the importance of a quality undergarment to make your wedding gown look its best. As a matter of fact, Angelus Bridal & Formals carries the most amazing strapless bra on the market - The Flattering Me Bra. 

A wedding dress often requires a very specialized bra. Many women have trouble finding the right one. We used to hear complaints like: "There's no support." There's no cleavage." They're not comfortable." "This one shows through my gown." Well,our owner, Coco Abadi, truly listened to all of these brides and made a plan for solving this dilemma. 

Coco spent months developing the perfect longline strapless bra that is not only comfortable, but works beautifully with nearly any wedding dress or special occasion gown. The design is smooth and does not show through most gowns. It contours the bodice and works tremendously well for gowns with low backs. Four colors are available: black, ivory, nude, and white. 

The Flattering Me Bra comes in a variety of sizes, from "32A" to "52F" in both "Standard" and "Petite." Often, the petite brides are forgotten about, and this is the first one available to those particular customers. Removable push-up pads come with each bra for the ability to customize the amount of cleavage desired. Her is what a few of our past customers thought about this bra.

"I have a bizarre size (34F) and can't ever find a good strapless bra. This one is great! Super supportive, stays put, and is comfortable. Good range of sizes too. Highly recommend!" ~Amazon review by Soccer Chick

"It's perfect, I love the way it is shaping my waist, bust, & belly. It is wonderful, thanks" ~ Amazon review by Dixi

"I needed a corset for my strapless wedding dress that I could use for future events (so an all white corset with frills was out of the question). I was surprised by the comfort and sleekness of the corset--and the firmness of the materials! I didn't want something flimsy and I was happy to find out that this is one of the best corsets I own now because of the quality of the product as well as the long-term wear investment. Great buy!" ~Amazon review by Alexandra Edgeworth

The Flattering Me Bra is the world's best longline strapless bra, offering real support, natural cleavage, and incredible comfort. Everything that you could possibly need to make your wedding dress fit the way it was meant to. Our Pompano Beach wedding dress store can show you exactly how amazing this product is. Angelus Bridal & Formals is very proud to be able to offer this amazing undergarment. You can look your best and be comfortable all day long at your wedding with the Flattering Me Bra.

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How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Day Hairstyle

It can be difficult to decide which wedding day hairstyle is the best one for you. There are so many different beautiful options, you may not know where to start. Angelus Bridal & Formals has a few tips to make sure that you end up with the look that is perfect for you. 

Choose your wedding dress first.

It's easiest to find a hairstyle that matches your dress rather than doing the search the other way around. Start out by finding your dream wedding dress, pick out the perfect accessories that will work the best with it, and then begin looking for hairstyles. The dress style that you wear is a great deciding factor on whether your hair should be up or down. It is very important that your hair and dress work together, complementing each other to enhance your natural beauty.

Start researching.

Once you have the perfect dress, it is now time to start scouring magazines and Pinterest for hairstyles. Focus on looking for pictures that feature dresses similar to the one you have chosen, and save the hairstyles that you think look the best. Pick a few different ones for your stylist to try.

Be flexible.

Remember that everyone's hair is not the same. The hairstyle that you end up using will need to be one that your hair can handle. At the end of the day, you want a hairstyle that will look as close to the way it started out as possible. Pick a style that will last all day. Lots of curls may not work well with thin, straight hair, and unless you want to pay for extensions, don't set your heart on flowing locks if you have short hair.  

Comfort is key.

You can leave your stylist's chair with the most exquisite hairstyle that has ever been designed in the history of hairstyles, but if you can barely move without it falling down, is it really worth the trouble? Beauty is important, but so is comfort. Weddings are an all-day event, so don't choose a hairstyle that isn't comfortable to move around in. Consider the time of year and the expected temperature and other weather elements, and whether you will be mostly indoors or out. 

Show off your personality. 

A special occasion calls for a special look, but don't go overboard so much that you are barely recognizable. Just like with your makeup, a wedding day hairstyle should reflect who you truly are on a daily basis, only with a little extra flair. 

Book a trial run. 

Schedule a time for you stylist to practice a few different looks on you. Go in with ideas of your own, but trust their expertise too. Let then try some of their own suggestions, and you could be happily surprised. Don't forget to check the hairstyles from every angle. They will all be captured at some point in photos. 

This trial run is also a great way to get a feel for exactly how long your hair will take on the wedding day and help with your getting-ready routine.  If you don't have a regular stylist in mind, audition a few. 

Our South Florida bridal store has the most exquisite tiaras, veils, and other hair accessories to beautifully complement your wedding dress and any hairstyle that you decide on. We have worked with many wonderful brides over the years and seen many different looks. The experienced consultants at Angelus Bridal & Formals are happy to answer any questions that you might have about your wedding day style and offer quality advice. Your wedding day is important to you, and you are important to us.  

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5 Tips For Finding The Perfect Quinceanera Dress

Angelus Bridal & Formals talks about our beautiful bridal gowns a lot, but we also have an extensive selection of amazing dresses for young women. The best Quinceanera dresses in South Florida can be found in our special occasion gown store. Whether she is turning 15, sweet 16, or searching for that perfect prom dress, we have just what you are looking for. 

Buying a dress for a Quinceanera or other special occasion is not something one does often. Following these tips can make the entire process of finding that perfect gown a lot easier.

1 - Do a little research.

Browsing through prom magazines and searching dresses online can help you to narrow down the styles that you like the most. This can also make explaining the type of dress that you are looking for an easier process and cut down on shopping time and confusion.

2 - Choose your trusted advisers.

The final decision should always be yours, along with the person paying for the gown, but having friends and family along to assist with that decision can be both helpful and fun. Pick people that have a positive attitude and always have your best interests at heart. Keep the group limited though. Too many opinions can make decisions harder rather than easier.

3 - Make an appointment.

Once you and your crew pick a date, call Angelus Bridal & Formals and make an appointment to try on dresses. Having an appointment ensures that you will receive the consultant's undivided attention while you shop. No waiting in line for a dressing room or some assistance. The entire time that you are there will be about you and only you.  

4 - Ask lots of questions. 

You never know if you don't ask. Buying a special occasion dress may be new to you, and the more information that you have, the more likely you are to locate that dream dress. The consultants at Angelus Bridal & Formal are experts at what they do, and their advice could save you lots of time and worry. 

5 - Try on different styles and colors.

You will most likely go in to your appointment with a certain dress in mind, especially if you have done your research, but don't limit yourself to only one style. The same dress can look completely different on different body types. Your consultant will have experience with outfitting many different women, and she should be able to guide you in a helpful direction. It may not be your first choice on a hanger, but once you put that dress on, it could look completely different and incredible. Keep an open mind until you see what you look like in it.  


Our South Florida Quinceanera dress store is here to make sure that your shopping experience is an amazing one. We have many different dress styles in a rainbow of brilliant colors that will look stunning on any young woman. We would love to have the chance to show you all of the exquisite designs available at Angelus Bridal & Formals. Call us soon and get your appointment on the calendar. 

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