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Wednesday, June 27, 2018

How to Stay Cool at Hot Summer Weddings

Summer weddings always have the chance of taking place on a day where the temperatures can climb to unbearable heights. If you make arrangments during your wedding planning to keep you, your wedding party, and all of your guests cooled off, everyone will have a much more pleasant time. Angelus Bridal & Formals has a few tips to help you do that.

Keep it Casual
If you are hosting an outdoor wedding mid-summer, give everyone a break and keep the dress code casual. Guests will be able to wear clothing made of lightweight fabrics. For both wedding guests and your wedding party, the men can skip wearing suit jackets and the ladies won't be expected to wear long gowns. If you have your heart set on a formal summer wedding, keep everything indoors, but look for a venue with big windows and a gorgeous view.

Fans
Handheld fans are a wonderful way to keep a nice, cool breeze directed at yourself. You can get creative and use them to double as wedding programs too, placed on every seat at the ceremony for guests to use. Large fans can also be rented, providing a big, cool breeze for everyone there. Be sure to place them so that the wind is not too strong on any one particular area. A few cleverly placed around the dance floor will help to keep the party going all night long. You can also set up a few misting fans for an even cooler feeling.

Water
Other cold drinks are great, but it is extremely important to have water available at all times on a hot summer day. Make sure everyone in the wedding party, including the bride and groom, drink plenty of water before and during the festivities. You can either have cold water bottles placed conveniently all around the wedding area or offer fruit-infused water in pitchers or beverage dispensers. Have straws available for your bridal party to drink out of so that you can avoid smudging that beautifully applied wedding lipstick.

Shade
Make sure that there is someplace for everyone to get out of the sun for a while if needed, especially older guests. Tents allow you to keep parts of your wedding in the shade but still remain outdoors. You could pass out small umbrellas for guests to shade themselves, and there are some lovely parasols that would make an elegant addition to your bridal gown and bridesmaids' dresses. Some really fun wedding photos can be staged with these too.

Iced Down Washcloths
This may sound strange if you've never tried it, but it works amazingly well to quickly cool a person's body. Fill a cooler with ice and water, then place washcloths inside it in your wedding colors. When guests feel overheated, they can put a cold washcloth on their neck and instantly feel refreshed! Be sure to have some of these in the rooms where the members of your wedding party are getting ready.

Sweat Survival Kits
Provide extras of some of the items that the men and women in your wedding party might need to stay fresh, like face blotters, travel-size deodorants, body wipes, sunscreen... You could also have a basket of these items available in the restrooms for guests to use if needed.

Wait to Get Dressed
Do not get dressed in your wedding attire until the very last possible moment. This will help to avoid sweating in your beautiful clothing before your guests even have a chance to see you. Wearing long hair in an up-do is another wonderful way to stay cool on a hot day.

For the fellas, if you are wearing a suit jacket, only wear it when necessary, like during the ceremony and for photos. Take it off when you are out of sight and at the reception (once the bride says it's okay!) Sweat guards placed inside the armpits of shirts can catch sweat before it gets to the fabric, and having a spare undershirt or even a spare dress shirt will give you the option to change between the ceremony and reception if you need to.

When you arrive for your shopping appointment at our South Florida wedding dress store, we will help you find the bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses that are perfect for the time of year and expected weather for your wedding day. Angelus Bridal has a vast selection of exquisite special occasion gown options for every type of season, and your dream wedding dress is very likely here waiting for you!

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Tuesday, May 8, 2018

5 Ways To Combine Your Mother's Wedding Day Look With Your Own

Mother's Day is this Sunday, which of course has moms on our mind. Mothers play a very special part in getting you to where you are today. She undoubtedly was a beautiful bride on her own wedding day, and incorporating her wedding day look into your own is a wonderful way to honor her. Angelus Bridal & Formals has come up with a few ways that you can do that and still let your own personal style shine through.

Wear Her Wedding Dress
Most of the bridal gowns at our wedding dress store in Pompano Beach have a timeless look that can be worn fashionably, no matter what style is currently popular. If your mother has a bridal gown to pass down to you that you absolutely love, you may be able to wear it as is and come to Angelus Bridal for the elegant accessories to wear along with it, personalizing it in your own way.

Wear Her Bridal Accessories
On the other hand, you may prefer to find your very own brand new wedding dress. In that case, you can still wear some of the bridal accessories that your mother wore when she got married, like her jewelry, veil, or headpiece. Bring those heirloom items along with you to your shopping appointment and our talented bridal consultants can help you find a wedding dress that they complement beautifully.

Carry a Piece of Her Gown
Another option, if your mother doesn't mind, is to take a swatch from the original wedding dress and have it made into something that you can carry with you down the aisle. For example, some fabric from Mom's bridal gown could make a wonderful handkerchief to carry with your bouquet. This is also an excellent idea that allows a groom to carry a piece of his own mother's wedding dress down the aisle too.

There may be a particular detail or embellishment on the gown that your mother wore that you love. A talented seamstress may be able to incorporate that in some way onto the wedding dress you fell in love with at our South Florida bridal salon.

Copy Her Hairstyle
Instead of a piece of clothing, you can have your hair styled in a similar way to your mother's bridal hairstyle. That is a terrific way to show her some love during the ceremony. If you want to bring some of your own style in later, you can show up with a new hairdo for the reception that's all your own.

Duplicate Her Bridal Bouquet
Your wedding day flowers are a piece of your overall look. If you take a good photograph to your florist of the bouquet that your mother carried down the aisle, they can very likely recreate that same floral masterpiece.

When you come into our bridal boutique in South Florida, let us know if you are wanting to incorporate your mother's wedding day look into your own. The wonderful staff at Angelus Bridal & Formals can help you do that in an exquisite way that honors your mom and still shows off plenty of your own personal style.

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Friday, February 3, 2017

7 Creatively Romantic Ideas For Your Wedding Or A Regular Day

You may think of February as a romantic month because it contains Valentine's Day, but there is much more romance surrounding it than just on the 14th. February is both Creative Romance Month and National Weddings Month. It most likely got these titles because there are a lot of proposals this time of year, not to mention a high number of bridal shows taking place.

Angelus Bridal & Formals has pulled together a few creatively romantic ideas for you to celebrate with. We've included suggestions that can be used for your upcoming wedding, or simply for any day in your life that you feel like being romantic.

Set A Mood
Plan to get home before your significant other and set a romantic mood for them to walk into. Dim the lights, light some candles, and sprinkle a few rose petals all around. No matter how stressful a day they've had, this gesture is sure to put them in an incredible mood.

You can set the mood at your wedding in the same way, but on a much bigger scale. The two of you will already be feeling romantic, but if your guests feel it too when they walk in, mission accomplished.

Have Breakfast In Bed
It's always a sweet surprise to wake up to someone bringing you a tray full of goodies before you get out of bed for the day. Often, it encourages a little extra time in bed, and you might even convince your sweetheart to stay there all day with you!

On the morning of your wedding, there's a good chance that you won't be waking up together. In that case, surprise your future spouse with a big basket of muffins or donuts next to their bed, or arrange to have a hot breakfast delivered to them.

Lock Lips
We've been told that it is impossible to not melt into romantic bliss when you kiss someone, uninterrupted, for a full 15 seconds. The only way to find out for yourself is to give it a try!

One of the biggest moments of your wedding will be your first kiss as husband and wife. Why not practice a few different kisses leading up to the big day? You may choose to wing it at the ceremony, but all that research beforehand sure will be fun.

Get Away From The World

Whether you go out of town or stay at home, get inside, lock the doors, and stay put for a full 24 hours. You can have breakfast in bed, a picnic on the floor for lunch, and cook dinner together or order in. No electronics (unless of course you want to have a movie marathon, but that's it!) Devote a whole day to that one person. You might just discover something new about each other.

You won't be able to get completely away from everyone at your wedding, but you can steal a few moments here and there. Plan a quiet spot to sneak off to right after your vows and before the reception to savor the moment together. You can also sit at a sweetheart table for two instead of a large table with the entire wedding party. People will still be visiting with you occasionally, but setting yourselves apart from the crowd will give you a little extra time together.

Take A Walk Down Memory Lane
Reliving nostalgic memories of the early days of your relationship are always a great way to bring those old feelings of "new love" back to the forefront. It can be as simple as looking back over a few photos from the past, or you can go all out and visit places where milestone events took place for the two of you; the location of your fist date or first kiss, where you first met, where he proposed... You get the idea.

Incorporate some of that into a wedding by using photos of the two of you in the decorations, the program, or a slide show. We saw an excellent idea on Pinterest where a couple included a fun fact about their relationship on every table number card. Your guests can enjoy reliving your love blossoming through these pictures and words.

Write Love Notes
In a world that's mostly emails, tweets, and snaps, it's rare that anyone writes down their feelings anymore. Take a few moments to write a letter confessing your love. Something that takes even less time but is extremely thoughtful is to write a quick reason that you love that person, or simply "I love you," on a few post-it notes and place these random places to be found later.

Your wedding day is all about vowing your life to your future spouse. Write them a detailed love note about all the reasons that you can't wait to do this, and let them open it on the wedding day before you walk down the aisle.

Save The Last Dance
You don't need a big band or a special occasion to cut loose. When those things to happen, make sure you hit the dance floor together, but an impromptu dance is incredibly romantic. It may feel a little silly, but it's so sweet to grab your love's hand when your favorite song comes on and dance together, wherever you may be.

The first dance at a wedding gets a lot of thought, but picking out a special song for the last dance of the evening is a great idea too. End the night with whatever makes you happiest as a couple, either a wild party anthem or a romantic showstopping ballad.

Don't save your romantic gestures for only Valentine's Day, anniversaries, and your wedding day. Strive to do something special for the person you love every day, or at least make an attempt to do something every day this month. Our special occasion dress store in South Florida has the perfect thing for you to wear if you are going out on the town for one of your romantic evenings. We'd love to help you find that perfect dress. All of us at Angelus Bridal & Formals wish you, not only a wonderful Valentine's Day, but also a romantic love story every day of your life.

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Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Fun Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Love

Wedding favors aren't something that you absolutely have to have at your wedding, but it's a great way to add a little whimsy and say thank you to the guests for sharing your special day. It's also a perfect place to personalize the event. Angelus Bridal has listed a few of our favorite wedding favors for you here. Your guests won't be leaving these behind after the reception!

1. Something tasty.
Everyone loves to receive delicious treats. There are plenty of adorable ways to turn fun food into your wedding favors. Jars of honey are cute if you are "meant to bee" or jars of jam to "spread the love," packages of Hershey's Hugs & Kisses, or heart sugar cookies with your new monogram iced onto them. Food favors always put a smile on guests' faces.

2. Local flair.
Look to your wedding location for clever favor ideas. If you are getting married on the beach, send beautiful seashells you've collected home with your guests. Share something the town is known for, like Atlantic City is famous for salt water taffy and Florida is known for growing amazing oranges. If you and the groom went to the same high school or college, incorporate the school emblem in some way. Local items make for wonderful mementos of the day.

3. Seasonal symbols.
Fall is the perfect time to put a mini pumpkin at each place setting, and you can even go the extra step and write each guest's name on one. If you are planning a Christmas ceremony, a beautiful ornament for everybody is a great gift. A walk through the seasonal aisle in any store should give you some excellent ideas, and if you plan a year in advance, you can pick some up after the season for a discount.

4. Your favorite things.
What do you and your groom love? Chances are, your guests will love those things too. If not, maybe knowing you are interested in it will pique their interest. If you both love baseball, offer peanuts and cracker jacks for your guests. If you are wine-lovers, give everyone a lovely wine topper. Avid bookworms could visit the local used book store and give every guest something to take home and read.

5. Something to last.
What we mean by that is an item that will live on after the wedding, just like your love. Small plants or potted flowers are sweet favors that can double as table decor. You could also give each guest a pretty pot and seeds to plant on their own so they can continue to "watch your love grow!"

Wedding favors aren't a necessity, but if you have room in your budget, they can be lots of fun. A wedding dress, on the other hand, is something you will definitely need to have for your big day. The best bridal gowns in South Florida can be found at Angelus Bridal & Formals, and we have years of experience in helping brides find the perfect one. When you are ready to go shopping, give us a call.

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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, March 10, 2016

6 Tips for Choosing Your Perfect Wedding Colors

A major decision that you will make while planning your wedding is the color scheme. This color will be featured in many different areas throughout the event, so you want to make sure that you pick one that both of you love. The flowers, the table decor, the bridesmaid dresses... there are a multitude of places to highlight a special color.

With the rainbow of color combinations possible, deciding on one could seem like an overwhelming task. Here are a few tips from Angelus Bridal & Formals to make it easier for you.

Turn to your favorites.

Nearly everyone has a favorite color. If you and your future spouse have the same favorite color, then this could be a very simple decision. If you need to branch out beyond your main favorite color, think about ones that inspire you or make you feel a certain way.

Use color to set a mood.

Colors can evoke different feelings. This is a great way to set the mood for the type of wedding you want to have. Soft pastels bring on a dreamy, romantic tone, while bright, vibrant colors may feel more like a party. If your wedding will bring the outdoors inside, then earthy, natural colors will work well.

Consider seasonal hues.

If flowers will be a large part of your wedding decor, lean toward using colors inspired by the flowers that are in season when you are getting married. Look at other seasonal themes for inspiration too. Fall weddings could feature the colors of pumpkins and changing leaves, or a Christmas wedding might be done in reds and greens or silver & gold.

Take cues from the venue.

The venue that you book for your ceremony and reception should have some influence on the colors that you choose. You don't want to clash with the decor that is already set in the room. If the place has a very strong color theme of its own, look for colors that work well with them.

Be inspired by other weddings.

Current wedding trends are wonderful for inspiring ideas. Browse through other weddings online and in magazines. Notice which ones you gravitate towards. If all of your favorites have the same general color scheme, then that may be the color you should go with.

Turn to the color wheel.

Once you've decided on your main color, pull out that color wheel that you learned all about in elementary school. This is a great way to see which accent colors work well together. Play with a few combinations before setting your heart on only one.

One place in particular that your wedding color will most likely be featured is on your bridesmaids. Our South Florida bridesmaid dress store is filled with gorgeous gowns in a wide variety of beautiful colors. Let us know what you have in mind and we will find the perfect dresses to compliment your wedding. Angelus Bridal & Formals has worked with every color imaginable, and we know exactly how to find the right dresses for you.

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Friday, February 5, 2016

Romantic Wedding Ideas

Valentine's Day is near, love is in the air, and romance is on our minds. Weddings can convey whatever type of feel that best fits you as a couple. Our South Florida bridal salon has witnessed everything from quirky & fun to elegant & high-brow. Today, in honor of the upcoming holiday, Angelus Bridal & Formals would like to share a few romantic wedding ideas for your ceremony and reception.

Candles

The soft glow of candles in a lowly lit room lends to a very romantic feel in an environment. They work perfectly with flowers or in place of them altogether. Use them as centerpieces, on wall ledges, even along the aisle or around the dance floor.

Twinkle Lights

These give you the glow of a candle, but since they are not actual flames, can be placed in many more places. Strung within tulle strands draped over the dance floor makes it look like the stars are out above everyone. Underneath the head table behind a sheer table cover makes it look as if fairies have graced your reception for a fairy tale feel.

Flower Petals

Full blooms can get pricey, but sprinkling rose petals everywhere brings both the scent of flowers and the beauty. Petals tend to give an ethereal feel to the wedding decor.

Quotes

A picture is worth a thousand words, but sometimes you don't need that many. Placing a few sweet quotes in various places around the wedding can put sweet thoughts in your guests' minds.

Soft Colors

Pastels seem to be the colors that give off a romantic presence when used. Light and airy shades such as pinks, light blues, and lilacs are very dreamy. Your bridesmaid dresses can reflect the feel that you are going for, as well as your our own bridal gown.

Your Wedding Dress

Romantic wedding gowns generally have a flowing look and feel to them. Lace is an intricate and romantic fabric. If you are going for more of a fairy tale type of romance, then a ball gown is absolutely perfect. Possibly add flowers to your hair or pearls to your accessories.

These are only a few of the amazing things that you can do to host a romantic wedding. A good way to set the entire style of how you will be decorating your wedding is to begin by choosing a wedding dress. Once you find "the one," the rest of your decisions may just fall into place. Angelus Bridal & Formals has an entire store full of dresses that will make you feel romantic, sexy, playful, elegant... however you want to appear, we will help you find the perfect dress for that.

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Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Brilliant Ideas for a Fall Wedding

The upcoming Fall season has us thinking about all of the fun and beautiful ideas and colors that Autumn offers a wedding. What comes to mind when you imagine getting married in the Fall? For us, we begin envisioning warmer colors, apples, pumpkins, chilly weather, hot cider... Here are a few ideas from your favorite bridal salon in South Florida for planning a special day during this season.

Colors

A bride is welcome to choose any color that she loves, no matter what time of year it is. That being said, there are certain colors that tend to be linked with Fall. Popular colors include: orange, brown, yellow, and deep purples and reds. People generally are thinking about leaves changing color, Thanksgiving, and Halloween this time of year.

Fashion

The first thing that comes to our minds is, of course, fashion! A bridesmaid's dress is a perfect place to showcase the colors that you have chosen. Autumn can be warm or cold, depending on the day. One factor to consider when picking out your bridesmaids' dresses is whether it will be an indoor or outdoor ceremony. We have a large variety of colors and styles to choose for your girls at our bridesmaid dress store in South Florida. Bring the ladies in with you and let us pamper the entire group.

Flowers

You can save a lot of money on your wedding flowers if you stick to blooms that are in season. Some flowers are available year-round, like Roses and Alstomeria. Here are some beautiful flowers that are most easily accessed in September, October, and early November.

Amaryllis
Anemone
Dahlia
Daisy
Sunflower
Delphinium
Hyancinth
Hydrangea
Snap Dragon
Zinnia
Mum

Decor

There are lots of wonderful ideas out there for a wedding ceremony and reception happening in the Fall. Pumpkins are a very popular item to incorporate in your decor. They can add a touch of natural whimsy to your event, and you can find them for sale everywhere, so they're easy to get. Apples are also a great thing to use in your decorating. They both can be turned into place card holders, or grouped together for a pretty centerpiece. We have even seen them carved out and used as candle holders or flower vases. If you happen to live in an area where the leaves are turning gorgeous colors, they look wonderful lining the ceremony aisle or scattered around a table. The cooler air makes for a perfect excuse to have candles lit everywhere too!

Food

The flavors that come to mind once Autumn rolls around come from items like hot apple cider with cinnamon sticks, spice cakes, pecan pie, caramel apples, toasted nuts, and pumpkin spice! A reception with room for a bonfire or fireplace is a wonderful excuse to incorporate a S'mores station. Apple Sangria and Hot Toddies would taste amazing for cocktail hour or a night cap.

If you are getting married this year, we hope that we have inspired you to add a little something here or there. If you are getting married next Fall, keep your eyes open this season. Let everything you see inspire you. Get online and look up Fall wedding ideas. Visit us at Angelus Bridal & Formals and let us help you pick out a color scheme and some amazing dresses. While you are here, we have lots of in-house vendors that can help you with many of the other wedding details too.

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