When I first set eyes on the Ugo Zaldi 2011 Bridal Collection I think my heart skipped a beat! The stunning gowns with masterful silk draping create a look that that is so perfect for destination weddings, elegance personified…
This first dress is so beautiful, I love the draped sleeves, perfect if you have to cover your shoulder for a church ceremony.
It’s time to celebrate, Kate Spade New York have just launched their first wedding collection and It’s available online! The oh so retro designs are beautiful and look amazing brought to life with a pop of colour! If you’re looking for a short wedding dress or a dress for the day before or after your wedding you have to check out this fab collection…
I came across Claire Pettibone when I was on the search for my own wedding gown and although I didn’t choose one of her gowns myself I am constantly drawn to her beautiful dream like creations. Her Spirit of the Night 2011 Collection is so whimsical and pretty and so perfect for a destination wedding I had to share… 
I am thrilled to introduce you to our wonderful new sponsor on Fly Away Bride, Dirty Fabulous. I had the pleasure of visiting the Dirty Fabulous Boutique in Dublin and was seriously impressed by their stunning collection of vintage dresses and accessories. I was like a child in a sweet shop, ooohing and aaahing at the beautiful designs, the fabrics, the style, swoon…
We are a vintage boutique specialising in occasion wear from the 1930’s to the 60’s.
Dirty Fabulous stocks devine bias cut gowns from the 1930’s and 40’s, gorgeous prom dresses and va va voom wiggle dresses from the 1950’s. Silk suits and mod mini’s from the 60’s and flirty and fun party dresses from the1970’s and beyond. We carry only the best in American vintage pieces. Our dresses and accessories are prefect for the bride to be, mother of the bride, bridesmaid and wedding guests. Dirty Fabulous is based on the first floor of 21 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2, Ireland.
Photograph: Maria McGrail Photograph
There is no set time needed for buying a vintage wedding dress. Unlike bridal boutiques you will not have to order your dress within a specific time. The time-line will be dictated by whatever the bride is comfortable with. She could pop into us a month before the wedding and find her perfect dress or make an appointment a year before and we could source something specific for her if we don’t currently have in what she has in mind.
I discovered Australian designer Johanna Johnson about a year ago while looking for accessory ideas for my own wedding, the minute I saw her designs I was hooked. I have been swooning over her creations ever since and her 2011 Templar collection is no different. Her Templar collection is the embodiment of Old Hollywood Glamour but with an enchanting embellished twist!
“Johanna was inspired by the fairytale of early medieval jewelry; the idea of being covered in precious gems and fine fabrics from far off lands.”
I first came across Louise Maxwell when I blogged this beautiful Waterside Ibiza Wedding by Ana Lui Photography and I was delighted when Lisa agreed to answer some questions for Fly Away Bride. I’m happy to be sharing her thoughts on destination wedding hair and makeup with you…
Before moving to Ibiza over five years ago I had a successful career in London, working for private clients, as a session stylist and winning awards for my work. For weddings I offer a full hair and make-up bridal service and work with the best therapists/nail technicians should you want to have a little extra pampering.
I’m based in Ibiza but I also work in Majorca, mainland Spain and the UK.
I think it’s fair to say that Mila Kunis was the winner of the style stakes at the Oscars this year waring a beautifully romantic Elie Saab gown from the Couture Spring/Summer 2011 Collection. The lavender chiffon gown with tiered lace detailing and grosgrain ribbon waist accentuated her stunning figure to perfection! 
Photograph sourced from Little Bits of Lovely Blog
The gown is so pretty and so perfect for a destination wedding it inspired me to take a look at the full couture collection, and I was not disappointed…
These dusty pink dresses would make s stunning alternative to the traditional white wedding gown.
I am thrilled to introduce to you Ellie Balfe, an award winning professional makeup artist and our newest sponsor and guest blogger on Fly Away Bride…
I am based in Dalkey in Co. Dublin but will travel anywhere. Planes, trains and motorways are my friends!
I came to the wedding industry via the inevitable route for a makeup artist – my friends asking me to do it for their weddings! I was worked as the head artist for Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and then as an artist for Space NK in London and these positions introduced me to many brides-to-be. As I was working in the fashion industry at the same time, my focus was (and still is) on precision and perfection in makeup. In order for it to be photographed well, it must be the best it can be. There is no room for mistakes or bad blending; I love flawless skin and I think my reputation spread via word of mouth when I started doing weddings. I have since had the pleasure of looking after lots of brides both in and out of the public eye. I never get tired of a wedding day and my own is in the planning too!
I have been toying with the idea of having parasols for myself and my bridesmaids at our Rome wedding this Summer. While we are getting married indoors and we’re hosting our dinner reception indoors we are having a drinks reception outside before the meal where hopefully the sun will still be shining and no doubt it will be very warm! I wasn’t sure if it would look too fussy but as soon as I saw this image from the BHLDN website my mind was made up, and now the search is on for the perfect parasols to keep us cool in the Roman sunshine…
Photograph via BHLDN
Photograph by Jamie Delaine
Photograph by Azzura Photography
Today I’m thrilled to welcome our newest sponsor Rangoli. Aisling from Rangoli is one very talented lady designing and producing stunning bespoke accessories for brides-to-be and their bridal party…
I set up my business Rangoli in 1998. I design bespoke bridal jewellery and hair accessories. Some designs are made from very fine crochet and others from woven beadwork. I also offer advice on styling your bridal look.
I am based in The Design Tower in the Dublin Docklands – I love my large showroom with vaulted ceilings! When clients visit, I spend time finding out all about their wedding plans. Together we pore over pictures, fabric samples and discuss hairstyles…it’s proper girly fun! Sometimes my job even involves suggesting wearing less accessories. I feel that bridal accessories should complement rather than take centre stage. For international enquiries or those unable to visit my showroom, we plan and discuss ideas by phone and email. So I deliver to anywhere in the world really!
Photograph by Stephanie Fay
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