House of Brides

Alaska Bridal Show

2009-12-21T09:06:00.000-08:00

Alaska Bridal Show event usually houses suppliers, enthusiasts, spectators and brides to be that come looking for ideas for her wedding. Suppliers usually show off their stuffs on booths or exhibit partitions to create a perfect view by the buyers. Alaska Bridal Show is really a bride’s secret paradise and gateway in fulfilling her dream wedding.

Beautiful Bride

2009-12-21T08:36:00.000-08:00

Combination picture of beauty and wonderful wedding

Wedding Gift Ideas

2009-12-15T06:56:00.000-08:00

Heck your wedding budget to see how much you have allocated to this category. You've likely spent quite a bit of your money by this stage, so it's important to take a realistic look. Brides typically give each member of the bridal party a piece of jewelery or a hair clip that the bride would like her to wear on the wedding day. Other gift ideas include bud vases, picture frames, bath oils, a collectible item or a gift basket. The men in the wedding party like to receive a stainless steel flask, engraved pens, pocket watches, cigars, business card holders, a clock for their desk, or key chains. For the parents, a professional wedding photo in an engraved frame is perfect as is a personalized letter detailing your appreciation. For each other, anything that conveys your love and devotion is ideal.

Bridal Wedding Dresses 2010

2009-12-13T09:11:00.000-08:00

Our current wedding fashion trends feel really diverse – you can have a wedding gown style based on pretty much any era of fashion and still be extremely fashionable.

So what’s in store for this year and next? What wedding dress styles are hot, or going to become hot? Some leading wedding gown designers were asked that same question, and the following are what they predicted.

Cheap Prom Dress

2009-12-13T09:05:00.000-08:00

Assured that life's circumstances might catch many other girls off guard when it comes to tight finances, too. Rather than having to run up credit card debt or resort to financial debt consolidation, why not opt for buying a discounted dress for your formal event needs. Just because you're wearing a cheaper prom dress in terms of the amount of money spent, does not mean the dress looks 'cheap.'

Bridal Dresses With Sleeves

2009-12-13T08:51:00.000-08:00

The key to looking good in a sleeved wedding dress is to consider the silhouette of the sleeves themselves and how they would enhance the shape and design of the dress itself. If you’re planning a wedding for the spring or summer, look for a wedding dress with detachable sleeves or ask your couturier if he or she can do this for you.

David’s Bridal Wedding Dresses

2009-12-13T08:33:00.000-08:00

We've seen a never ending supply of sashed dresses in recent months and whilst I really like the detail, sometimes it's just nice to see it done in a different way and that's why this David's Bridal dress is quite special.

Mexican Wedding Cookies

2009-12-12T23:54:00.000-08:00

The Mexican Wedding Cookie, or Russian Tea Cake, or Italian Butter Nut Cookie, or Southern Pecan Butterball, or my personal favorite, Reindeer Poop (haven't heard that one, have you?!). Clearly these cookies get around. This must be what snow in the North Pole tastes like, or the word "puff." (Come on, I can't be the only one who imagined how different words might taste as a child, can I?). R, being practically from the North Pole might argue, but to my mind, there's no reason not to envision them dropping out of the sky like so many hailstones. Maybe that would help explain their international migration. And they're always sure to leave a trail of powdered sugar, either on the plate, on your dress, or on your chin, so sneaking can be tricky. Perhaps, in this case, we should revoke the no white after labor day rule.

Mexican Wedding Cakes

1/2 cup pecan halves
1 cup powdered sugar, spooned into the cup
Pinch of salt
1 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 3/4 cups flour - dip and sweet method

Topping:
Powdered sugar (what else?)

For a Food Processor

Fit your food processor with the metal blade and process the sugar with the pecans and salt until the mixture is powder fine. Cut the butter into a few pieces and add it to the processor while it is running. Continue to process until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add the vanilla and pulse until it is combined. Add in the flour and pulse until the dough begins to come together.

Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour, but for no more than 3. Using a scant tablespoon, scoop out the dough and roll it in your palms to form a ball. On ungreased cookie sheets, place the balls 1 1/2" apart. In a oven preheated to 350, bake the cookies for 15 - 20 minutes until barely brown.

Cool the cookies on the sheets for a few minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar while they're still hot. You can do several rollings to create the coating. Cool the cookies completely, then give them one more roll.

Italian Wedding Cookies

2009-12-12T23:48:00.001-08:00

This is one of several recipes for Italian Wedding Cookies out there. We had these cookies recently at a shower and I decided to share the recipe for Wendy at Ivory Spring and anyone else who might like it.

Ingredients:

5 cups flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
4 eggs
1-1/2 cups Sugar
1/2 cup melted crisco
1/4 cup softened butter
3/4 cup milk
2 tsp. Anise

Mix together the dry ingredients. Beat the eggs and sugar together. Add the crisco, butter, milk and anise. Work into dry ingredients. Roll into 1/2 thick rolls. Cut to desired size and place on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for approx. 10 minutes. When cool you can ice them.

Icing:

3 Tblsp. melted butter
3 Cups powdered sugar
3 Tblsp. lite whipping cream or 1/2 and 1/2.
2 tsp. anise

Mix together and if you want to add food coloring to coordinate with your event now is the time. Ice the cookies…

Orchid Bridal Bouquet

2009-12-12T23:34:00.000-08:00

Orchids make simply lovely wedding flowers, especially orchid bridal bouquet. They are absolutely popular among brides-to-be.

Their all year round availability makes them the preferred choice among other flowers.

The most common type of orchid used in weddings is the Cymbidium orchid. They come in either mini size or larger ones, but both are very popular.

The most common colors for cymbidium are white, green, pink, yellow and burgundy. The flower itself is quite heavy, so a special technique is necessary to hold them in a bouquet.

Another popular type is the Phalaenopsis orchid. Its face is rather flat, and the petals are wide but they look great in a bouquet. Because of its flatness, it is usually used for cascade bouquets.

The usual colors are white and purple.

Calla Lilies Wedding Bouquet

2009-12-12T23:30:00.001-08:00

You want to look your best on your wedding day. If you want a simple yet elegant look, I believe calla lilies are the right flowers for you.

If any of my friends asked me to make a wedding bouquet for them, I would definitely recommend calla lilies.

What makes calla lilies wedding bouquet perfect for your wedding gown is that it will not ruinyour wedding gown when you carry them. Because it has no thorns or sharp edges.

Tulip Wedding Bouquet

2009-12-12T23:22:00.000-08:00

Bring out the happy mood on your wedding day with tulips. Tulips come in multiple bright colours to make your wedding an unforgettable one.

Especially because it comes in bright spring colours, it can be easily matched with your wedding gown. And the types vary, too. You can choose from a wide variety of tulips to suit your taste.

Tulips will not tear your wedding gown. It has no thorns. Not only a tulip wedding bouquet attractive, it is safe to carry ,too.

Bridal Gown By Augusta Jones

2009-12-11T09:39:00.000-08:00

The Augusta Jones style is defined by contemporary clean lines with a twist - usually in the form of an unexpected bejeweled detail. Started in 1999 by Charlotte Leung, her wedding dress label "Augusta Jones", set out to do things differently. She created this range of bridal gowns to offer beautiful styling, the flexibility to suit a variety of shapes, and affordability. Wanting to offer brides a complete look, she then added a stylish range of shoes and veils. The Augusta Jones line has since grown to become a global label.

Bridal Gown By Alvina Valenta

2009-12-11T09:33:00.000-08:00

Alvina Valenta couture bridal gowns and bridesmaid gowns are designed by Victoria McMillan. These classic couture collections are known for their timeless elegance, sophistication and most especially their attention to detail. The bridal and bridesmaid gowns exude a festive, fun yet elegant feel.

Bridesmaids Dress by Only You

2009-12-09T10:08:00.000-08:00

Fabric: CHIFFON/CHARMEUSE
Sample Color: PLATINUM #N43
Available Color: BLACK, TAUPE, ROYAL

Fabric: BURNT SILK
Sample Color: AS SAMPLE
Available Color:

Fabric: TAFFETA
Sample Color: GREEN #YT118
Available Color: ROSEWOOD, CHAMPANE

Bridesmaids Dress by Dessy

2009-12-09T10:00:00.001-08:00

Detail :Tea-length strapless Silk Shantung dress with wrap bodice and full skirt. Also available full-length as style 2768.

Detail :Full-length strapless Stretch Charmeuse dress.

Detail :Full-length strapless Stretch Charmeuse dress with draped bodice and bow at side waist.

Bridal Dress by Jai

2009-12-09T09:43:00.000-08:00

Every girl dreams of the perfect dress, but every dream dress is unique. With an elegant mix from ultra modern to classic romance, the Jai Collection has flawless designs with world class quality to offer your dream!
Sizes: 2-28

Every girl dreams of the perfect dress, but every dream dress is unique. With an elegant mix from ultra modern to classic romance, the Jai Collection has flawless designs with world class quality to offer your dream!
Sizes: 2-28

Every girl dreams of the perfect dress, but every dream dress is unique. With an elegant mix from ultra modern to classic romance, the Jai Collection has flawless designs with world class quality to offer your dream!
Sizes: 2-28

Aftersix Bridesmaid Style

2009-12-09T09:29:00.001-08:00

Detail :Full-length strapless Iridescent Taffeta dress with crumbcatcher detail and bow at back.

Detail :Full-length strapless Nu-Georgette dress with shirred empire bodice and column skirt.

Detail : Full-length strapless Bella satin dress with Organza skirt overlay and matching Bella Satin sash.