Saturday, May 28, 2016

How to Choose Your Wedding Shoes

One very important piece of your wedding day fashion is the pair of shoes that you decide to wear. You not only want them to look fabulous with the gown that you found at our South Florida wedding dress store, but they need to be comfortable enough to wear all day long too. The following tips from Angelus Bridal & Formals should help you to accomplish both of those things. 




Comfort is key

As we mentioned before, looking good is an important quality for your wedding shoes, but if they're not comfortable, you won't be able to wear them for very long. On your wedding day, you will need to wear those shoes for a very long time. 

Stick with a heel height that you are used to. If you don't normally wear five-inch heels, today is not the day to start. Make sure that you have necessary things to add extra comfort, like heel cushions, non-slip insoles, and padded heel grips. No one will see them, but you'll be very glad they are there. 


Buy shoes right away

As soon as you have decided on the dress, shoes need to be found as quickly as possible. It may take you some time to find exactly the right pair, or they may even need to be special-ordered. You will want to have them available at every dress fitting so that the hem ends up the correct length. Find shoes early so that you have them on hand.  


Break them in

Another reason to get your shoes early on is so that you can break them in. We don't mean wear them out and about. Occasionally wear them around the house so that they are not stiff on the wedding day. This is also a great way to find out if any part of the shoe might cause blisters and take care of that problem before it can happen. 


Quality before budget

Since you will be wearing and moving around in your shoes for hours on the wedding day, this is not an area to skimp on price. Natural materials form easier around your feet, are more comfortable, and last longer than synthetic materials. Don't choose a cheap pair that won't hold up for you the entire day. Instead, make sure the shoes you deicde on are made of high-quality materials. 


Shop late in the day

Trying on shoes after a day full of activity will give you the best fit. Everyone's feet swell a little throughout the day, and trying on shoes later in the day will be most like the fit you will have after all of the wedding activity and a night full of dancing. 


Keep a backup pair

We don't expect you to buy two pair of your wedding shoe, but in the case of a broken heel or some other similar mishap, you will want to have a spare pair with the same heel size available. It's also wise to have an even more comfortable pair of flats for the ride home after the reception. 


Have some fun

Your shoes are the perfect place to incorporate some of your personality. With a short dress, it will be apparent for all to see. Long dresses deserve a fun shoe too. The occasional glimpse of your fantastic shoes from underneath the skirt will keep a smile on your face. You can add a pop of color with shoes, or even have them custom painted to match your wedding theme. 



The shoes your choose to go with your wedding dress need to help you make it comfortably through the entire day and night. The bridal consultants at our Pompano Beach wedding dress store can help you to decide which types of shoes may work the best with your bridal gown. Another step in the wedding fashion process is finding the other amazing accessories that you will wear. When you are ready for that step, Angelus Bridal & Formals is here to help you do it beautifully. 



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Friday, May 20, 2016

6 Popular 2016 Wedding Trends We Love

Every year brings along with it trends that many brides gravitate toward. Angelus Bridal & Formals loves seeing how much things change, yet still stay very similar. Some trends come and go, only to come back again, while others are timeless. 

Our South Florida bridal gown store sees many amazing trends in wedding fashions and decor. Not all of them are for everyone, but they are definitely great inspiration when you are deciding on your own personal wedding style. 

Wedding Dresses with V-necks and Low Backs

Showing a bit of extra skin seems to be very popular this season. Some brides choose to wear a deep V-neck in the front, while others lean toward wedding dresses with very low backs, or backs with elegant cutouts. A stunning look straight off the runway.  


Drone Photographs

The point of view that can be achieved in your wedding photos by having a drone record footage is amazing. It's perfect for getting pictures of everyone in your wedding, including guests, all in one shot. Drones are great for capturing a video of the wedding processional. Some of our favorite pictures have the bride on the ground with the skirt of her bridal gown elegantly flared out around her. 


Floral Patterns

Beautiful blooms are showing up on more than the table decor and bouquets. Bridesmaid dresses adorned with floral patterns bring a beautiful burst of lively color to a wedding party. 


Naked Cakes & Dessert Bars

We have seen wedding cakes with a lack of frosting for a couple of years now, but it's still a popular option for many couples. These "naked" cakes either have no icing at all or just a very small amount, opting for fruit as decoration and a touch of sweetness. Others choose to offer a buffet of a variety of different desserts, making it hard to pick only one. 


Metallics & Shimmer

Metallic colors are popping up on everything from invitations to table covers to icing to fashion! Brides seem to be leaning toward more neutral shades with a shiny accent in silver, gold, or rose gold. Glitter and sequins also make for a shimmery effect. 


Classic Cocktails

It is still fun to have a signature cocktail created specifically for your wedding, giving it a special themed name. Lately we are also seeing many receptions and cocktail hours pulling out the classics: Old Fashioned, Moscow Mules, and Manhattans. 


You will find fabulous fashions at our Bridal Salon in Pompano Beach that fit perfectly into the latest trends. We also have a store full of gorgeous gowns at Angelus Bridal & Formals in every size, shape, style, and color so that there is sure to be something for every woman. Find your favorites and start a brand new trend of your own. 




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Thursday, May 12, 2016

How to Handle Rain on Your Wedding Day

No one wants it to happen, but rain on your wedding day is always a possibility. If you are having an outdoor wedding, you really need to make plans just in case this happens to you. Your gorgeous hairstyle, perfect makeup, and that exquisite wedding dress that you bought at our South Florida bridal boutique need to be kept dry. 

Angelus Bridal & Formals has a few ideas for you on how to keep the rain at bay and still enjoy this special day. 

Remain calm.   

Number one, a little, or even a lot, of rain does not have to spoil your wedding day. You may be a bit disappointed if everything was supposed to take place outside, but don't waste too much time being upset about it. Remember that old saying, "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain!


Actually, some cultures look at a rainy wedding as a sign of good luck. It symbolizes fertility and cleansing. Your entire day doesn't need to be ruined because it's wet outside. As long as you are married to the one that you love when it's all over, then your wedding was a success. 

Always have a plan.

If you thought about the possibility of rain during your wedding planning process, then you should have a few backup plans in place to keep everything running smoothly. Have an indoor spot reserved for a backup, or a tent rented to keep the weather off of all of your guests. Today you can rent tents that have elegant walls with windows, and they are more like a sheltered oasis than simply something to cover your head. Even if the rain stays away, a tent for an outdoor wedding is still a nice touch in case anyone wants to get out of the sun. 

Find adorable umbrellas that match your wedding colors or theme, and have enough for everyone in the wedding party. You may even want to have umbrellas available for all of the guests if you have a crowd that will brave a light rain. These will make great favors, and can be returned if they are not necessary. (Just don't remove the tags until you are sure you'll be using them.) 


Keep yourself dry.

Before the ceremony, take precautions to keep everyone's wedding fashions dry. Keep everything zipped up tight in garment bags until you arrive at your destination to get ready. Ladies, you will want to take extra care to keep long gowns up off of the ground. 

If you need to go outside for photos after the rain has stopped, lay down a tarp or something similar to walk on. Your photographer should be creative enough to keep it out of the pictures. 

Have fun with it!

Take this unfortunate turn of events and roll with it. Getting upset isn't going to make the rain stop, it will just ruin your day. Choose, instead, to make a few memories that wouldn't be possible without the rain. If you don't mind getting wet after the ceremony, get out in it and have your photographer take some amazing photos. Those matching umbrellas can really come in handy here. 

Remember to protect your wedding dress if you do decide to get out in the rain. Find out what will happen if the material gets wet, and keep any areas that may be ruined out of the water.


Don't let anything ruin your special day. A little bit of pre-planning and a positive attitude will assure that you can handle anything that comes your way. Angelus Bridal & Formals knows that the most important thing about any wedding is the fact that your are a "Mr. & Mrs." at the end of the day. As long as that happens, you can deal with all the rest. 






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Thursday, May 5, 2016

Angelus Bridal - More Than Wedding Dresses!

Our South Florida wedding dress store in Pompano Beach contains the most stunning bridal gowns that you have ever seen. We pride ourselves in offering every style that you might be interested in for your wedding, featuring exquisite fabric and intricate details. Angelus Bridal & Formals also offers many other gorgeous gowns, as well as the beautiful accessories to go along with them. 

When you are in need of a special occasion dress in South Florida, you are sure to find what you are searching for in our bridal salon. We have amazing dresses for women of every size and age. No matter what the occasion, we've got you covered. 



Mother of the Bride Dresses

You are not the only woman at your wedding who needs a spectacular gown to arrive in. The bride and groom's mothers also deserve to wear something exceptional on their children's special day. Bring the moms in for an appointment and we will help all of you find something absolutely wonderful.  


Bridesmaid Dresses

Every color and style that you could possibly want your bridesmaids to wear can be found among our excellent selection. Most of the gowns that we offer can be found on our racks, allowing your bridesmaids to come in and try them on before ordering. We proudly carry collections from:
  • Allure Bridals Bridesmaid Collection
  • Bella Bridesmaids
  • Bill Levkoff
  • Mori Lee by Madeline Gardner




Evening Gowns and Cocktail Dresses

Special dinners, holidays, or attending a formal wedding are all occasions when you need something more than the dresses you would wear on a regular day. Visit our Pompano Beach store to find that special look that will make you stand out in a crowd. 


Quinceanera, Sweet Sixteen, and Prom Dresses

We also carry fabulous special occasion gowns for young ladies. Our South Florida Quinceanera dresses are perfect for a young woman celebrating this very important day. We offer the classic ball gown look that is still very popular, some of which can be converted to a shorter dress. You will also find a lovely selection of fun, short dresses that are absolutely perfect for dancing all night long.   


One-Stop Bridal Shop

In addition to the amazing gowns that we have in our store, Angelus Bridal & Formals is a one-stop bridal shop for many of your wedding planning needs. You can, of course, find all of the gorgeous accessories to wear with that stunning dress that you fell in love with. We also have an in-house photographer, cake designer, makeup artist, florist, and seamstress. You can even rent tuxedos for all of the men in your wedding.  


Come in and see for yourself!

Visit our Angelus Bridal & Formals website for a small sampling of the amazing dresses that we have for you in our South Florida Bridal Salon. You will get a much better idea of what you can find if you visit our Pompano Beach dress store in person. Give us a call at (954) 943-7768 to make an appointment to come in and get a good look at everything that we have in store for you.  




878 SW 10th Avenue - Suite #8
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
954-943-7768

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