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4 Tips for Finding a Mother of the Bride Dress
Orange, CT|Feb 27, 2020
By Lucille's Bridal Shop / Val's Formal Wear
Your child’s wedding day is a special, once-in-a-lifetime event, which calls for a unique dress. You will want a dress that complements your child’s wedding
aesthetic, without taking away from the bride’s look. Start your search for your mother of the bride dress with the following tips. Traditionally, the mother
of the bride chooses her look first, followed by the mother of the groom. There’s no need to stick to this old-fashioned rule, though. Let the other mother kn…
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5 Tips to Start Planning Your Wedding
Orange, CT|Jan 28, 2020
By Lucille's Bridal Shop / Val's Formal Wear
Getting engaged is an extremely exciting time in your life. However, the idea of planning a wedding can be daunting, and many couples do not know where to
start. Recently engaged couples often start thinking about the formalwear they want to wear to their weddings. There are other extremely important
decisions to make right away, along with selecting your perfect outfit. Below are five tips for beginning to plan your big day to limit the stress of creating thi…
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5 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Wedding Tuxedo
Orange, CT|Dec 26, 2019
By Lucille's Bridal Shop / Val's Formal Wear
Tuxedos are a fashionable facet of men’s apparel that demonstrates the elegance and stylishness of the wearer. It is the perfect attire for your wedding day,
so you will need to ensure you’re wearing it well. This starts with finding a dapper tux that suits your figure and preferences. Use the following guide to pick
out the best formalwear for your special day. If you are not sure where to start, discuss the dress code with your future spouse. For “black tie” or “white …
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3 Reasons Early Birds Get the Best Prom Dresses
Middletown, OH|Nov 29, 2019
By Memories Bridal & Prom Formal Wear
To give consumers a head start on the latest trends for the upcoming season, retailers typically advertise spring apparel in January. This means many stores
that cater to teens will have an array of sparkly and shimmery prom dresses on racks right after the holiday season. Although the event won’t happen until
late winter or early spring, here’s why it pays to get the dress at the beginning of the year.  The high schools in your area might all host prom in the sam…
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3 Tips for Choosing Bridesmaid Dresses for Your Wedding
Orange, CT|Nov 25, 2019
By Lucille's Bridal Shop / Val's Formal Wear
Choosing bridesmaid dresses for your wedding can be tricky. You don’t want your friends and family to wear something that they feel is unflattering, and it
isn’t cost-efficient to buy a dress that will get thrown in the back of the closet after the wedding. Luckily, modern bridesmaid trends have changed, and there
are many different ways for a bride to plan a wedding that not only looks coordinated and polished but lets the wedding party’s style shine. Below are three…
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5 Fundamental Tuxedo Rules for the Groom
Middletown, OH|Nov 20, 2019
By Memories Bridal & Prom Formal Wear
As the groom-to-be, you want to look your best on your wedding day. A quality tuxedo rental will help you achieve a suave, stylish look with minimal effort,
but it’s important to make sure you’re getting the most out of it. Here are the top five rules grooms should follow when wearing a tuxedo. Wedding
ceremonies are symbols of unity, and in order to fit the occasion, you and your partner need to match. Coordinate your looks to ensure you’re on the same…
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A Guide to Choosing a Dress for Your Second Wedding
Middletown, OH|Nov 13, 2019
By Memories Bridal & Prom Formal Wear
While choosing a wedding dress for a second wedding was once governed by tradition and etiquette, society’s views have evolved over the years. There are
still a few guidelines to keep in mind, but they’re considerably more flexible than in past generations. In fact, you may find that selecting a dress for your
second trip down the aisle is easier and less restrictive than the first time. Here’s a closer look at the current trends.  There are no set rules for gowns for …
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3 Winter Wedding Dress Tips
Orange, CT|Oct 25, 2019
By Lucille's Bridal Shop / Val's Formal Wear
A winter wedding can be a beautiful and memorable occasion. However, plummeting temperatures and snowfall aren’t always easy for brides to navigate. As
you shop for wedding dresses, it’s important to keep these seasonal concerns in mind. Here are some tips to help you choose and style your dream dress for
the big day. A gown’s fabric can make a major difference in how warm you feel on your wedding day. Even if you’re not planning to spend a ton of time …
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5 Wedding Dress Fabrics to Know Before Shopping
Middletown, OH|Oct 23, 2019
By Memories Bridal & Prom Formal Wear
If you’re engaged and ready to start shopping for a wedding dress, you may already have a particular style in mind. Yet, it’s a good idea to start your
shopping experience prepared by learning about some fabrics, too. Because the fabric can largely influence the overall look of your dress, here are some
popular types to learn about before you start your search to find the right one. Commonly seen in ballerina tutus, tulle can add elegant volume to dresse…
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5 Best Veil Styles to Stun on Your Big Day
Middletown, OH|Oct 15, 2019
By Memories Bridal & Prom Formal Wear
Your wedding day is considered a significant moment in your life, and everything needs to be just right. From the wedding dress to the flowers, when adding
the finishing touches, it's essential to make sure the veil ties it all together. Here are a few veil styles to complete your dream wedding dress look. The
cathedral is considered to be the longest veil style on the market today. By being so long—someone from the wedding party, such as the maid or matron of…
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Your Guide to Choosing a Wedding Dress That Fits Well
Middletown, OH|Sep 30, 2019
By Memories Bridal & Prom Formal Wear
If your significant other recently popped the question, you’re embarking on a rush of exciting planning. From the venue to the menu, you’ll be making a lot of
important decisions, but perhaps none are more special than which wedding dress you choose. The guide below pairs popular dress styles with some of the
most common body types, so you know what you should look for. This shape features pronounced hips and bust, paired with a slimmer waist. To accentu…
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Top 5 Wedding Dress Silhouettes
Orange, CT|Sep 26, 2019
By Lucille's Bridal Shop / Val's Formal Wear
Selecting your wedding dress can be one of the most exciting decisions during the wedding planning process. There are thousands of wedding dresses and
several different styles to choose from, so it’s easy to become overwhelmed. It’s smart to have an idea of the style that you want before you begin shopping.
Doing this can take some of the pressure off when you head to the store. Below is a helpful guide to the different types of wedding dress silhouettes to help …
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