Narrow Down Your Desired Wedding Dress Style

Wedding dress shopping can be fun and exciting, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. With so many exquisite styles to choose from, where in the world do you begin your search? When you come in for your appointment at our South Florida bridal store, our talented consultants can guide your search for the perfect gown. If you'd like to narrow down the style that you are most likely to fall for before you come in, Angelus Bridal has a few ideas to get you started. 

Romantic
If you have always daydreamed about walking down the aisle toward your handsome Prince Charming, you may want to begin your wedding dress search with a magical ball gown. Think big skirts with a fitted bodice, and plenty of tulle and sparkle. Of course, if you want a more subtle type of romance, you may prefer a bridal gown with lots of lace and a flowing skirt. 

Glamorous
For the bride that wants to be the star of the show and guarantee that all eyes are on her, and remain there, a stunning fitted dress may be exactly what you're looking for. Find a gown that shows off your figure, like a mermaid or a trumpet silhouette that hugs you tightly and then flares out at the bottom. You may also want to keep an eye out for dresses with dramatic focal points, such as deep V neckline, breathtaking back, or intricate cutouts. 

Whimsical
When you want your wedding to be one big frolicking party, a bridal gown with a touch of whimsy is the perfect look. If you want a long skirt, something with layers and layers of tulle or row after row of bouncy material that will sway around you gorgeously on the dance floor will work wonderfully. On the other hand, a tea length or short wedding dress is also an excellent choice for any bride wanting to be active and have fun at her ceremony and reception. 

Laid Back
If you are most comfortable dressing in a casual fashion, you can still do that on your wedding day, but in a beautiful way. This is a wonderful style for a beach wedding in the sand. A boho style or sheath dress made with a light, flowing fabric gives you a touch of glamour without a lot of added decorative accents.

It's good to have an idea of what you are looking for when you come into our Pompano Beach wedding dress store, but we highly suggest that you keep an open mind and try on a few different styles. Many brides are very surprised to discover that they love the way they look in a particular style that never would have caught their eye simply seeing it on the hanger. Our talented bridal consultants at Angelus Bridal & Formals have expert eyes for knowing what will look good on individuals.  

A few more things to keep in mind when choosing your wedding dress are:

• Personal Style - Take a good look inside your closet at the clothing you choose to wear every day. That's the easiest way to see what your natural personal style is. 
• Body Shape - There is a perfect style of gown out there that will accentuate your best features. Let your body shape guide you to a dress that shows it off in the most flattering way.
• Wedding Time - The time of year and time of day you will be getting married will play a part in the style you choose and the types of fabrics you will be most comfortable in. 
• Venue - You will want to pick a wedding dress that is comfortable and easy to maneuver around the place where you will be getting married. 

This blog will help you get started in narrowing down exactly what your personal wedding dress style will be. The best way to really know which gown you look the most like you in is to try a few on. Make an appointment at Angelus Bridal & Formals soon by calling 954-943-7768 and let our knowledgeable staff guide you to that dress of your dreams. 

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5 Ways To Show Your Bridesmaids How Thankful You Are... With Fashion!

Since you're already thinking about all of the things in life you are thankful for with Thanksgiving coming up this week, Angelus Bridal & Formals has turned our attention toward ways you can show thanks to your wonderful wedding party. Since fashion is one of our very favorite things, our Pompano Beach bridal boutique has come up with a few fashionable ways for you to tell them "Thank you!"  

Shoes
Your ladies are already picking up the tab for their beautiful bridesmaid dresses. If you have room in your wedding budget, offer to buy the shoes for them. Every woman loves a gorgeous new pair of shoes, and if you are wanting your bridesmaids to wear matching pairs, gifting them is an easy way to make that happen. 

Necessary Accessories
The jewelry that you want them to wear on your special day is another wonderful fashion gift that you can thank your bridesmaids with. It's also something that they will be able to cherish and wear again, thinking of your friendship every time that they do. You can buy entire sets or just one lovely piece, and if it can be personalized, that will make it even sweeter. Another idea is an exquisite matching hair accessory that each bridesmaid can incorporate into her wedding day hairstyle.  

Fun Accessories
Instead of gifting them with something they will wear at the ceremony, you could possibly pick out fun accessories that are meant more for the reception. Things that are a little more whimsical and fit for the party portion of the evening. For example, pocket shoes that they can dance in to rest their weary feet, then roll back up, throw in a purse, and use again at the next dance party. If your wedding will be taking place in a venue or during a time of year when the girls might get a little cold in their special occasion dresses, a nice shawl, sweater, or jacket that compliments her gown is a wonderful idea.  

Bags
There are lots of different types of bags that have lots of different types of uses. Large tote bags would be perfect for your bridal party to get everything that they need to the wedding, and then keep it together so that it gets back home with them again too. Small handbags that match the bridesmaid dresses is another nice gift that allows them to keep the things they'll need throughout the day close without having to carry something that clashes with their look. A makeup bag full of goodies is also a wonderful item to make up for your ladies.  

Fragrance
If you know each of your bridesmaids' favorite perfumes, you could get them bottles of those. On the other hand, you could also pick out a special signature scent especially for the wedding day so that you all match, and they'll have their own bottle to use later and remember the amazing day you shared. 

Those are just a few ideas to get your creative thoughts going. Your bridal party is made up of people that are very special to you, so you want to put some thought into the way that you thank them for being there for you and your new spouse on this very special day. Our South Florida bridal salon is a great place to find many of the items we have mentioned above. Angelus Bridal & Formals is also the perfect place to find all of your wedding day fashions, and we can't wait to dress you up! 

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How to Stay Warm at a Wedding When the Weather Gets Cold

Whether you are getting married here in Florida where the temperatures usually only tend to get slightly chilly in the winter or you will be tying the knot someplace where it gets much colder, during the fall and winter you'll want to keep extra warmth in mind for you, your wedding party, and your guests. Today Angelus Bridal has a few fun ideas to help you do just that. 

For You and the Wedding Party
Guests have the luxury of matching their outfit to the weather on the morning of the wedding, but you and your wedding party will need to have your clothing picked out months before that actual day. Opt for heavier fabrics than you would wear mid-summer, and have a cover-up plan for the ladies. 

There are fashion accessories made especially to pair beautifully with fashionable wedding dresses and bridesmaid gowns, like bolero jackets, capes, and shawls that can be worn throughout the night. If you don't think you'll have the need to wear it for the entire reception, you can have a little fun with different types of looks. 

A knit shawl or cardigan in a bright shade can add a lovely pop of color to your bridal gown. For a rustic wedding, a few photos of you with a button-up flannel shirt over your dress can be adorable. If the two of you like to ride motorcycles, then you could throw on a cool leather jacket. Even if you won't be outdoors for any part of the wedding, you'll still want to take a few photos outside. Have a cute coat that flatters the shape of your wedding dress, like a faux fur or a peacoat, especially for this. 

For the Guests
As we mentioned, your wedding guests will be able to coordinate their outfits to whatever the weather turns out to be on the wedding day. Still, if you think that there is a chance that they may need a little extra warmth, let them know. Alert them to the fact that the room may be cool and they should bring along a sweater or light jacket, or tell them if you plan to host any outdoor activities like a fire pit. It is also a nice gesture in these instances to have large shawls or blankets available for guests to use, either piled up in large baskets "just in case" or as favors to take home. 

For Everyone
There are things that you can work into your wedding planning that also help to keep everyone cozy and warm. If you will be outside part of the time, heaters can be rented to place around the reception. You could also have a fire pit to warm up around and roast marshmallows for a s'more snack, or choose a venue with a fancy, roaring fireplace. 

Serving warm foods like soups instead of a salad or cold hors d'oeuvres can be helpful too. Maybe even offer a few snacks that have a spicy kick. A bar for mixing up varieties of coffee, hot chocolate, or apple cider can be fun and delicious, or have a whiskey-tasting station set up. 

The best plan is to plan ahead. Making sure that the wedding fashions that you choose are appropriate for the weather at the time you will be getting married is the first step. Our wedding dress store in South Florida is happy to help you with that. 

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Who Pays For What For A Wedding?

No matter what your budget, large or small, there are many costs to cover when it comes to planning a wedding. Traditionally, these costs were divided between the bride with her family and the groom with his family. Today, the "rules" have changed slightly, but often remain close to tradition. Angelus Bridal & Formals has created a list of what used to be expected as a guideline to help you come up with your own budgeting plan. 

Back when more couples were getting married straight out of high school, their parents were still heavily involved in their daily lives and in many cases still taking care of their financial expenses. It made perfect sense that they would be there to help with wedding costs. 

Now, however, most couples are getting married after they have already been out on their own for a while. Quite a few brides and grooms are already living together when they tie the knot and have already established a home together. This is a big reason why most couples now pay for the majority of the wedding expenses themselves. If your families would like to help with the financial aspect of your wedding, that's when you can look to tradition to help you decide who can pay for what. 

None of these suggestions are set in stone rules, but rather a list of what was commonly expected in the past. Use this list as a guideline, but feel free to move things around and make it your own. 

THE BRIDE'S SIDE

• Wedding dress and accessories
• Ceremony site, as well as all of the decorations and any music 
• Ceremony flowers for decoration and for the flower girl, and bridesmaids' bouquets 
• Reception site, decorations, and all reception services
• Photographer
• Invitations, announcements, and mailing cost
• Transporation for the wedding party to the ceremony and reception sites.
• Engagement party (The groom's family may also throw an engagement party, but the bride's family party should happen first.)
• The bride alone pays for:
• The groom's wedding ring
• Wedding gift for the groom
• Gifts for the bridesmaids
• Her hair and makeup

THE GROOM'S SIDE

• Groom's suit rental or purchase
• Marriage license
• Officiant fee
• Men's boutonnieres and corsages for mothers and grandmothers
• Bridal bouquet
• Rehearsal dinner
• Honeymoon
• The groom alone pays for:
• The bride's engagement and wedding rings
• Wedding gift for the bride
• Gifts for the groomsmen

THE WEDDING PARTY

• Maid of Honor & Bridesmaids
• Bridal shower
• Bridal shower gift (if attending more than one, only one gift is necessary)
• Bachelorette party
• Bridesmaid gown and accessories
• Their own travel and hotel expenses
• Best Man & Groomsmen
• Bachelor party
• Suit rental or purchase
• Their own travel and hotel expenses

Splitting the Costs

Anyone that pitches in for the cost of your wedding may expect to have some say in what you spend that money on. This can be a touchy subject, so make it clear before accepting any financial help from family that the wedding decisions are yours to make. 

You can choose to follow tradition and use the list above, pay for the entire thing as a couple, split the cost 3 ways between you and each set of parents, or let family members offer to pay for specific things. For instance, a grandmother or aunt may want to give you a beautiful wedding dress from our South Florida bridal boutique as a gift, or a friend that owns a restaurant may want to offer catering services. 

This is one of those many instances where your personal reality is more important than what was expected in the past. Take it from us at Angelus Bridal & Formals, if you plan a wedding in a way that makes you happy instead of trying to make everyone else happy, it's going to be the best day ever! 

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10 Helpful Bridal Tips For A Great Wedding Day

You will very likely be getting lots of advice from everyone you encounter when you begin planning a wedding. Some will be incredibly helpful, so it's worth listening when people chime in. You never know where, or from who, that magical piece of wisdom you've been waiting for will come from! Today Angelus Bridal in South Florida has 10 helpful tips to get you started that will definitely come in handy for a smooth, memorable, and successful wedding day.

#1 - Once you find your dream wedding dress at our South Florida bridal salon, take a picture of yourself in it to show both your florist and your beautician. (Just make sure to keep it somewhere that the groom won't see it!) The look of your bridal gown will give both of these wedding vendors inspiration for what they will be creating for you. Fabric swatches from the dress can also be very helpful to these vendors. 

#2 - When you have your wedding dress altered, make sure that you can sit down in the gown comfortably before the final alterations are made. Move around and maybe even dance a little too, just to make sure the fit is the best one possible. 

#3 - Investing in some ballroom dancing lessons before your first dance together as husband and wife is a wonderful idea. Not only will the two of you look incredibly impressive on the dance floor, but it's also a great way to spend some quality couple time together during all of the wedding planning hustle and bustle. Wear your wedding day shoes to practice in so that you are comfortable "busting a move" in them on the wedding day. 

#4 - Splurging for a new perfume will give you a signature scent for your wedding day. Every time that you smell it, you will be reminded of that amazing experience. You could save it to use again on special date nights and anniversaries too. 

#5 - Consider buying a special decorative hanger for your bridal gown. After all, something that exquisite deserves a little extra attention! It will look very nice for the "getting ready" wedding photos before you get dressed. You might even buy some personalized hangers for each of your bridesmaids' dresses too.

#6 - On the morning of your wedding, don't wear a bra with straps that could leave marks on your skin that will show once you put your bridal gown on. Also, be sure to wear a button-up shirt or robe while you are getting your hair and makeup done so that you won't have to pull a shirt up over all of that beauty once you're wedding to slip into your dress. 

#7 - This is always an awkward topic to bring up, but it's something that's bound to happen while you're in your wedding dress. Going to the bathroom in some bridal gowns can be difficult. As strange as it may sound, sometimes sitting backward facing the back of the toilet is the simplest way to get the job done. 

#8 - Ask the photographer to get a shot of the entire room when you are walking down the aisle to meet your groom. Not only will you have a beautiful view of the back of your gorgeous bridal gown, but the photographer will also be able to capture the faces of your guests' when they see for the first time. 

#9 - Setting up a photo area at your reception encourages all of your guests to take more pictures than they might normally. This is a great way to see all of the moments you may have missed while you were on the other side of the room, plus candid shots are always lots of fun to look at. Add a special wedding hashtag for the day so that everyone can share their photos with you. 

#10 - The things that people seem to remember the most after a wedding are the food and the music. If you want to make sure everyone leaves with tons of happy memories, focus on making these areas amazing.    

We truly hope that some of these pieces of advice will be helpful to you during your wedding planning journey. As a bonus tip, know that talking to women that have already been through their wedding day is always an excellent way to discover tips and tricks that you may not have thought of. 

When it comes to your wedding day fashion, the talented consultants at our wedding dress store in Pompano Beach are here to make sure all of your questions are answered. When you come in for your appointment at Angelus Bridal & Formals, you will have our undivided attention while we help you discover that dream dress you always imagined walking down the aisle in. We'll make the shopping process easier for you so that you can just focus on enjoying the moment. 

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