Introducing Bliss by Monique Lhuillier!!

We are so thrilled to introduce our newest collection - Bliss by Monique Lhuillier! These gowns are just gorgeous, and they are even more fabulous because they start at only $2,350!! Check out this link to all of the gowns on their website:

www.MoniqueLhuillier.com

We will keep you posted on our upcoming Trunk Show in February!

New Gowns from Vera Wang

We are just so thrilled with our new arrivals from Vera Wang. These gowns are so unique and gorgeous! Stop by or make an appointment to try on these beauties!

Just a few of our trunk show gowns...

Some of the fabulous Melissa Sweet and Priscilla of Boston Trunk Show gowns have already started arriving to the salon!! We are so excited about these dresses. The assortment is so great that there is truly something for everyone!! Don't forget to make your appointments, as Thursday and Saturday are almost fully booked! Give us a call at 912.355.2502 or send us an email to appointments@bleubellebridal.com to set something up!

Happy Birthday to BleuBelle Bridal!

We are so excited to celebrate our third year working with the most wonderful brides in Savannah! Thank you so much for such a wonderful three years!! We look forward to many more!

Check out this GORGEOUS cake from Minette Rushing Custom Cakes! Fabulous photograph by DVB Donna von Bruening!

Martha Stewart Inspiration

So as you know, I get the Martha Stewart Darcy's Wedding Idea of the Day. Its pretty fabulous and gives ideas on everything from table decor to flowers.

This past week they sent out a darling idea for cakes.


Now, maybe I loved it so much since we just celebrated the 4th, but doesn't this look like a fantastic cake for a summer wedding?! It would also be a great way to save a little bit on your cake - doing fresh fruit on it instead of an extravagant designs or toppers.

I hope this inspires you a little bit.

Happy Wedding Planning!

Melissa Sweet Trunk Show at BleuBelle Bridal!

BleuBelle Bridal would like to invite you to our Melissa Sweet Trunk Show, July 9-11th!

Don't miss the opportunity to see some of the fabulous new gowns from Melissa Sweet Spring 2010 Bridal Collection, as well as some of the best sellers from previous collections! Brides who place their gown order during the trunk show will receive 10% off as a token of our appreciation!

Please contact us to schedule a Trunk Show appointment!

June events at BleuBelle Bridal!

So its been just about forever since I last posted anything! Sorry!!!!

The sample sale went well. We had lots of brides find their dress. Always, exciting. The sale on party dresses went really well too. A lot of ladies attending deb parties this summer will be wearing gowns from BleuBelle Bridal!

So - there are some new and exciting events happening this month. The first is that we are discounting all current Carolina Herrera samples 40% off. Now, this is only for the gowns in store not special orders.


The dress in the top right corner is shown with black lace however, we have it in ivory lace. All of the dresses are sampled in size 10 but can be taken in (as much as needed) or let out (about a size or so).

The other event is that we are discounting already marked down sample gowns another 10%! There are many beautiful Reem Acras, Vera Wangs, and Manuel Motas on our sample rack. Here are a few!

Stop by to take advantage of these great deals on fabulous dresses!!!!

Happy Wedding Planning!

Whats new at BleuBelle Bridal!

Hello friend!

It has just been waaaay to long since I've given you insight into the BleuBelle world. We are humming right along with weddings. The 30th will be a busy day for us! June is surprisingly busy for weddings in Savannah. Most of our brides stay away from that time of year because of how hot it gets!

We have two fabulous interns from the Savannah Country Day School, Katherine and Kate. They have been such a great help! We have put them to work, getting things ready for the sample sale!

Speaking of the sample sale ... it is just around the corner. 4 DAYS!!!!! We are just so excited for it! Already, we have had a few ladies stop by and take a sneak peak. So, get ready. Call your girlfriends and plan a trip to the Sample Sale. The doors open at 10 am THIS Saturday, May 23rd.

Happy Wedding Planning!

Sample Sale Change of Date!

I wanted to let you know that our Spring Sample Sale will be a little sooner than originally planned. It will now be May 23rd from 10 - 6 pm. So pull out your calendar, make a little note, call your girlfriends, and swing on by May 23rd for a fabulous selection of designer gowns marked up to 75% off!!!!

Here is a little sneak peak of one gown that will be in the sale!


I'll be sure to leave you a few more images over the next month of gowns that will be in the sale!

Happy Wedding Planning

Vineyard Maids have come to Savannah!

I am so excited! Today we received our Vineyard maids. If you haven't seen the line - it is a great collection from the Priscilla of Boston company. There are some many fabulous things about these dresses. 1) They don't look like maids dresses. 2) They are in fabulous colors and fabrics. 3) Nothing is over $200.

Review BleuBelle Bridal on Wedding Wire

Hey there!

I have been spending most of the day getting tech-savvy. In doing so, I am creating our listing on Wedding Wire. Would you be a doll and tell them what you think of us?! Pass this along to your girlfriends who have worn a dress from BleuBelle Bridal. I really appreciate it!

Click on this link to review us:

Review BleuBelle Bridal at WeddingWire

Happy Wedding Planning!

Part Deux of Attach ok the Overprice Wedding Vendors

Here is another clip. Now, I know Minette from Custom Cakes would never ever do anything along these lines! And for that matter, you can trust all of us Savannah Wedding Professionals to always be fair and not make things crazy expensive for you just because its for the wedding!

Attack of the overpriced wedding vendors!

I saw this video yesterday at the Engage 09! Savannah conference. It was at the lovely Hyatt downtown along River Street in Savannah. I thought these videos were too much. Enjoy!

Nataha Bedingfield in Vera Wang!

I noticed this in the grocery store the other day, but resisted the urge to flip through the pages of US Weekly (something Joe always gives me a hard time about). I just received these images though from our rep at Vera!


No, not Reese and Jake (though I am way jealous of her!!!) Natasha Bedingfield got married and wore a fabulous Vera Wang!


I love the way the dress was transformed with the champagne sash. It give an empire look to the modified a silhouette. The pleating at the bust is so lovely!

The dress will become available to you this year when it debuts at the Spring 2010 bridal market next week! I will keep you posted with more info on it when market comes.

Happy Wedding Planning!

Summer Happenings!

Bonjour!

I have some very exciting news for you! We have two very exciting summer events just put on the calendar.

First is our Summer Sample Sale!!!! As you may have heard, this is not your average sale. We discount our gowns 30 - 80% off! We have had brides who spent $500 on $5,000 dresses. So, if you are in town June 20th you have to stop by. It will be worth your while. Doors open at 10 a.m. I highly recommend coming early to get the best selection.

Here are some images of our last sample sale over Thanksgiving.


Second is a Melissa Sweet Trunk Show. The show will feature the Spring 2010 collection (which doesn't even debut until April). The show will be from July 9-11. There will be a 10% token of appreciation on all Melissa Sweet orders placed during the show. I will be sure to put up some pictures once market happens!!!! I highly recommend appointments during the trunk show to ensure the best service.

Since the 2010 collection has not shown yet, here are a few images that capture the beauty that is Melissa Sweet! Enjoy!

Stay tuned for more information on both of these exciting events!

Happy Wedding Planning!

Savannah Weddings Magazine

I haven't mentioned anything about Savannah Weddings' Spring 2009 issue, but if you don't have a copy yet then you are missing out!!! The current issue is filled with fabulous ideas and resources to plan your perfect wedding.

As you may have guessed, one of the reasons I am so in love is because the dress and accessories were provided by BleuBelle Bridal! The gown is Style 1G029 by Vera Wang and retails for $3,900. Pretty amazing for a chantilly lace bodice and full tulle skirt. It does come with an ivory or white sash (we can always get you a colored sash from Mokuba). The necklace is from Leighton Reeves and the earrings are Tacori.

You can also purchase your very own copy of Savannah Weddings right here at BleuBelle Bridal! Stop by to get your copy!

Mandy Moore

Apparently Mandy Moore got married in Savannah on Tuesday. If you know anything about this, please let me know!!!!

Looking for your oppinions!

Bridal market is coming up soon and I have been thinking about all of the designers who are out there. I would love to know what designers- from gowns to shoes to veils- you like! I've been looking at Lea-Ann Belter. Her designs are kind of simplistic, but I love her lace work!

So....what I would love for you to do - make your comments and suggestions. Tell me who it is that you are loving and maybe what it is that you like about them. I can't wait to hear your thoughts!!!!

Happy Wedding Planning!

Bridal Portrait

I always have brides asking me if they should do a bridal portrait. I really think that it can be a nice thing to do. You only have pictures once the wedding is over, so it would make sense to get as many as you can. Not all bridal portraits have to be in a studio. I have had many brides do their portrait outside - in a square or at the beach. I recommend doing something that matches your personality!

Last week I was able to be a part of one of our bride's, Michelle, portrait. She did hers in the studio of Daly and Salter Photography downtown in Savannah. I took a few pictures because it was just fantastic! Steve, the photog, was great with direction and making Michelle feel comfortable. His assistant Tina also helped direct Michelle in some untratitional poses. It was great!

I'll be sure to put up some pictures after her wedding :)

Happy Wedding Planning!

New Jim Hjelm Maids Coming!!!!

In about 6 weeks we will be receiving a few new Jim Hjelm maids styles!!!! They are absolutely beautiful. I have always loved Jim Hjelm and these dresses are just about the sweetest things ever.

Style 5908 $260
Super cute a-line chiffon tea length dress.
We will be getting her in "Rose", a soft light pink

Style 5918 $250
V-neck a-line dress with pockets!!!!

Style 5935 $250
A-line full length gown with empire bodice and ruffle detail at back.

Style 5938 $250
A-line gown with soft scoop draped bodice and sash at the natural waist.

Make sure to come by at the beginning of April to see these new girls! We will also have in new dresses from Nicole Miller and Vineyard at that time :)

Happy Wedding Planning!

Inspired by the Oscars

I know its been a few days since the Oscars and our attention has not moved to other things ... but I did want to write a little about the red carpet gowns and how you can translate them into your wedding style!

If you noticed, there was a lot of nostalgic 50's looks. I think that has something to do with the comfort that we feel when we think of the 50's. We think of the Cleavers, perfect June in her darling house dress making cookies and Ward coming home from a long day of work and the boys, Beaver and Wally, getting into a bit of mischief. The perfect atomic family. Its makes you feel a little fuzzy inside.

Any who ... I found a few dresses by our designers that can give you that 50's inspired look!

This Vera gown is very similar to the silhouette of Sarah Jessica Parker's Christian Dior gown. The banding in the skirt is a nice subtle detail. The Vera has organza flower appliques on the bodice and a mikado ribbon to add detail.

The top right is a Melissa Sweet gown that has some beautiful draping detail on the bodice, much like Natalie Portman's gown. The bottom left photo is of a Nicole Miller gown that has pretty draping at the bust with an embellished band that peeks from under the chiffon. This style is such a classic. A soft column dress with intricate draping - perfect for any movie star or bride!!!!

I hope this inspires you! There are so many other style in the store that remind me of that 50's look. Stop by any time to take a peek :)

Happy Wedding Planning!

Let them eat cake!

Hello, hello, hello!

I recieve the Wedding Idea of the Day from Martha Stewart Weddings. There are just so many neat ideas for everything from invites to favors. Today I was pleased to open up this one about cake! And not just any cake, peach cake! How suiting for a southern wedding?!

I also really love the design of this cake. The gradient of pinkish peachy hues is so feminine and sweet! The simple texture of this cake reminds me of the paper fans I use to fold when I was a little girl.

If you love this cake, I'm sure Mrs. Minette Rushing could make it for you. If its not the one quite for you, you should still stop by her shop to taste and talk cakes. She is the best!

Happy Wedding Planning!

Exciting Vera Update!

I know you may be getting tired of these Vera updates, especially if you already have your gown, but this is quite exciting/important information!

15% OFF YOUR VERA ORDER AND A FREE VERA VEIL UNTIL SATURDAY (2/14)

I found out this morning from our Vera rep, the super fab. Dee, and had to let you know. So... just in case you were still thinking about swinging in to look at the dresses this is even more incentive! We have the following appointments available -
Friday:
10 and 11:30
Saturday:
2:30

And like I said before, we can be a little flexible (especially on Saturday) so give us a call!

Happy Wedding Planning!

A few pictures of Paige

I just got a few images from a lovely bride, Paige. She was so lucky to find her Reem Acra gown during our Summer Sample Sale. Enjoy the photos!!!!

I loved her gown. It was beaded with pearls and has an under layer of alencon lace.
Simply stunning

Aren't they so sweet! I love her bouquet and the boutonniere. Gerber daisys are so sweet.

The color pallet for the wedding was fantastic. I love the rich reds and yellows. Great fall colors.

It can be really nice when the maids dress has a hint of styling like the bride's gown. It doesn't need to be much. Like in the picture above, just the v-neck can be a great look to go with the bridal gown.

Thanks to Theresa Saxon Photography!

Happy Wedding Planning!

A Little Bit of This and That

I just wanted to thank all of the lovely ladies who came by for the book signing with Tara Guerard! One of the best brides a girl could ask for, Blythe, was at the store with her book even before Tara got there! ( Sorry we didn't get to chat darlin - I miss talking to you)

Two of my favorite ladies, Minette and Donna, and SWP members also came by to meet Tara and see the new space.

Minette, Tara, and Donna

I also wanted to keep you posted on the Vera Trunk Show...

As of now, we still have a few appointments left.
Thursday:
10 and 12
Friday:
10 and 11:30
Saturday:
2:30 and 4

We can work out other times if needed, like early morning (before 10 am) or later in the day (after 6). We try to be very flexible so give us a call (912.355.2502) and we can make an appointment for you!

Happy Wedding Planning

Pretty Wedding

So I was poking around Martha Stewart Weddings.com and found this amazing wedding. Not only is it really beautiful (color pallet, photos, flowers, everything ...) but the bride just happens to be wearing Vera! She is wearing Le Notra, a Luxe gown, and a Tacori headpiece!

Le Notra is an organza gown with hand placed alencon lace and small spagetti straps

After I realized it was Le Notra I kept clicking through the images and then I saw what she did for the reception ... genius!!!!!

I absolutely love the flower accent she added to the left strap. I always love it when brides want to switch things up and add different touches to their dress. I just think it is a great way to make a change to your look without wearing a different dress.

Happy Wedding Planning!!!

Vera Barbie

So I happened to pop onto Vera's website this morning and look what I saw!Now you can have your wedding gown (if you happened to get Vera's gown "Audrey") in miniature Barbie size! I am so thrilled about this. I was the girl who had boxes of Barbies and houses and cars and any other thing you can even imagine!

Seeing as this was my #1 favorite dress my first year at Bridal, I kind of really want her. I love the Audrey gown but I think maybe I could appreciate her better on my desk? Any who, I had to share this with you! I will now again plug the Vera Trunk Show. February 12-14. Call for an appointment (912.355.2502).

Happy Wedding Planning

Sneak Peak for the Trunk Show!!!!

Here is a sneak peak of some Vera gowns that we will be getting for the trunk show NEXT WEEK!!!!!



There will be many more to choose from. As you may be well aware, (if you are an avid BleuBelle Bridal Blog Reader) Vera's Fall '09 collection is one of my most favorite collections of all time! So, I am beyond excited about this upcoming weekend!

We still have a few appointments available on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. If you are reading this now and want an appointment - CALL! I would hate for any bride to miss this opportunity, especially since you get 10% off your order during the Trunk Show. If there are any questions or you need anything, call at 912.355.2502.

Happy Wedding Planning!

Book Signing with Tara Guerard

Very exciting news!!!!! THIS Saturday at 2 pm there will be a book signing with Tara Guerard! She is the woman behind Southern Weddings, a fabulous book featuring 12 weddings.



Tara is based in Charleston and plans some of the most fabulous weddings! Her company, Soiree (not to be confused with BleuBelle Soiree), is full service for weddings and events. Everything from catering to tent rentals - she is the lady to see for a fabulous wedding!

So ... come on by THIS Saturday the 7th at 2pm for the book signing!!!!!!

Happy Wedding Planning

Photos From the Bridal Show!

I am so sorry it has taken me 10,000 years to get these posted. I tell you what, being in the new space does not leave a lot of time for fun things like blogging! So - here is a little eye candy from the Richmond Hill Bridal Show. Enjoy!

From top left, Vera Wang Maids Gown, Vera Wang Bridal Gown,
Vera Wang Maids Gown, Alvina Valenta Maids Gown

From top left, Priscilla of Boston Bridal Gown, Amsale Maids Dress,
Vera Wang Maids Dress, Melissa Sweet Bridal Gown

Take a look at Spotted for more images from the bridal show! There are some great tux ideas from Simon's Formal Wear and stunning floral bouquets from Any Blooming Thing.

The always entertaining Equinox Jazz Orchestra played in the afternoon. Their music is so fun and energizing, not to mention the guys are easy on the eyes :)


I hope that you can make it to our upcoming bridal show in Hilton Head at the Moss Creek Plantation. It is this Sunday! It should be another great show with lots of inspiration for your wedding.

Happy Wedding Planning!

Richmond Hill Bridal Show in The News

Well if you are an early riser and live in the Savannah area, you may have seen me on WJCL this morning! I was on the morning news show, with Teresa Dilmore, talking about the bridal show at South Bridge tomorrow. The fabulous Jessica Kiss interviewed us. We chatted about the show and things that are important for planning a wedding.

The director of the show was so kind to model one of our new Nicole Miller gowns!

We were also interviewed on Wednesday at WTOC on the Mid Morning show with Sonny and Jody! The bridal show is going to be really great. There are two fashion shows. The first is at 10:30 and the second is at 1. Between the shows there will be ballroom dancing, live music from Equinoxx Jazz, and tea served by the Hale Tea Co. All of the proceedes bennefit the Ronald McDonald House. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door. There will be drawings from all of the vendors as well. You just may win the prize from BleuBelle Bridal (which is a pretty great one)!

I hope to see you soon. Happy Wedding Planning!

Vera Wang Trunk Show!

So, you are the first to know ... we are having a Vera Wang Trunk Show February 12th - 14th! I am so excited for these new girls to come in! I mean, do you remember how much I gushed about the collection in October?!

We will have some Spring and Fall 2009 dresses. It is a little different, usually there are only dresses from one collection, but some of the Fall '09's will be at the Oscars (lucky them!). As soon as I know more I will tell you about the styles that we will be receiving. Until then, mark your calendars because this will be a trunk show to attend! They tend to book up quickly so I highly recommend calling in advance (912.355.2052)!

Check out Brides.com for the latest runways collections from Vera for a little wedding inspiration. Happy Wedding Planning!

CORRECTION!

I mistakenly put the wrong contact numbers down. Sorry about that!

Phone - 912.355.2502
Fax - 912.355.2503

Happy Wedding Plainning!

Welcome to BleuBelle Bridal!!!!

I know that you have been anxiously waiting photos from the new space. Well my dears, here are some images of the lovely new BleuBelle Bridal!

A few views of our bridal gowns and seating

A space for fittings, bridal party, and the resource library!

I really hope that you stop by in the near future! We are just so excited about the space and know that it will make your search for the perfect wedding gown a memorable one!!!

Please know that our contact information has changed. The new addess and number is:

5500 Abercorn St
#42
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone- 912.335.2502
Fax- 912.335.2503

Please do come on by. I would love to see you! Happy wedding planning!