Spotted: The Jimmy Choo Bridal Collection

Have you guys seen the recently launched Jimmy Choo Bridal Collection yet? I'm fresh off scouting out their curated selection of (totally not easy on the wallet, but fun to look at) items, which include shoes and accessories galore.

JC has shoes for the bride, of course, mostly in traditional neutral hues. I'm kind of obsessed with the delicate crystals on this first one.







There are also shoes for the bridesmaids, like these fun glittery flats.





But Jimmy Choo doesn't leave you behind after you're done walking down the aisle. They have items that are perfect for a tropical honeymoon getaway, like these sandals, sunglasses, and a huge selection of bags, too.







I wouldn't mind adding any or all of the above to my closet, and I'm already done being a bride. Ah, a Belle can dream, can't she?

Two Web Belles: Brush Your Shoulders Off

1. The ladies of Styled Creative got crafty with your standard cleaning aisle scrub brushes and turned them into home accent pieces. Don't you love the shade of pink they achieved in that second look?







2. Dive into a gallon of paint and grab some brushes, and you could have a save the date just like this one. I'd really like to know, though: how did this couple keep paint from flying everywhere?







3. You won't soon forget this Angel Sanzhez gown and it's flamingo pink details. The designer infused some color into the dress with a broad brush stroke detail at the neckline and throughout the bodice.





4. These artist inspired cookies from Sweetapolita - paint dipped brushes and palettes - would be great favors for a bride who likes to paint, or maybe even a reception within a museum's walls.





5. Next time I need a simple vase in a pinch, I'm totally stealing this idea from Real Simple. Just take a regular ol' toothbrush holder and pop the stems right into the individual holes. Genius.

We're Fans: Sarah Houston

Are all of you fans of the bridal prettiness that Sarah Houston is creating up in Canada? I know I am. Her most recent collection is so full of texture and volume, and is still incredibly approachable for the bride just hoping for a flattering dress. That's what I like most about Sarah Houston's dresses, I think - that mix of dramatic details and inviting fabrics.









The signature Sarah Houston salon in Toronto also looks like a fun place to try on gowns - it has a runway for you to walk on to ensure that dress is aisle ready. I mean, how hard would it be taking off your dress once you were prancing around on that runway?

Before I leave you today, how about a few more dress shots?

credit: Meg Perotti via Junebug Weddings

credit: John Day via Rock My Wedding

Two Web Belles: Release the Hounds(tooth)

1. I'm totally keeping this cookie decorating trick in my back pocket. The modern take on the classic houndstooth pattern is from Sweet Sugar Belle.





2. These slender branches dotted with houndstooth fabric leaves from Etsy seller janejoss would bring warmth and just the right dose of color to your holiday table this year.





3. I want this houndstooth garden gate from Etsy seller SunsetMetalworks in my imaginary garden...in my imaginary backyard.





4. This graphic houndstooth envelope liner is sure to put a smile on your face. The liner, along with the entire invitation suite from Erin Jang/The Indigo Bunting, is rich with pattern and color, but still has an eye-appealing clean design.






5. Anyone up for some DIY shoe revamping? I saw the tutorial over on ...love Maegan.com for taking plain ol' pumps and turning them into houndstooth heels and thought it was perfection.

Two Web Belles: Lace 'Em Up

1. Black lace might not be a bride's first choice for her wedding day look, but it definitely made an appearance at Bridal Market this season. Carolina Herrera showed an embroidered black lace gown with an organic design, while Vera Wang wowed with this nude ballgown with a black hand-pieced lace applique overlay.






2. Isn't this just genius? By using a piece of lace as a quick stencil, you can achieve a great cupcake decoration in just seconds. Thanks Sweet Verbena for showing us how.






3. This wide lace headpiece from Elisabet G (first spotted on Cap Classique) takes a traditional lace veil and meshes it with a more modern headband for a very unique look.





4. The little pieces of lace that are peeking out from behind the burlap flags in this pennant banner were made from a valance the couple found on the cheap at a garage sale. If you have a DIY project in mind for your wedding, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for materials and deals everywhere you go, because you never know where you'll score the perfect find.





5. Gather up all of your lace scraps (...or go out and buy some) and head over to Dos Family to see how you can turn them into this cute lace lantern. The directions call to make it a functioning lamp with a lightbulb. Seems ambitious. I think hanging these around a wedding reception instead of paper lanterns would look phenomenal and be even easier to do, especially with battery powered flames popped inside for when the sun goes down.

We're Fans: Elise Bergman

How many times over do I love the bridal designs from Chicago-based Elise Bergman? Oh, let me count the ways. Un-fussy silhouettes, statement backs, and sweet necklines are the staples of the gowns you'll see below. Elise Bergman, we're definitely fans of yours.

(all photos taken from Elise Bergman)

If these photos of Elise Bergman brides aren't enough to satiate your fashion fix for today, then head on over to her blog where you can get more straight from the designer herself.

Two Web Belles: Skirting The Issue

***Join in on the jewelry without jewels giveaway fun. Enter once, enter twice, enter because this giveaway's so nice.***

1. Ah, I love a good two piece suit bridesmaid look when it's done well, don't you? It's an updated look for your 'maids, and you have so much more flexibility within the outfit since you're working with more than one single dress. These tops and skirts? Totally can be worn again (I promise).





2. Okay this ruffled table skirt might be a bit too somewhere-over-the-rainbow for some, but I like the idea of having bright colors adorning a dessert or gift table. The ruffles add enough interest on their own, so you could alternate between two colors for the layers or even go monotone and still end up with a pretty sweet table addition.






3. This bride opted for a cropped jacket and skirt to complete her retro wedding day look. She's still in white, just with some extra pops of red in there, too.





4. Bet you didn't know that your standard issue cake stand was lacking a skirt all this time, now did you? Well good for us that Martha knew all along, and even provided handy DIY instructions, too.






5. I don't know about you but I'm totally sold on this bride's look: cream top with just enough detail (do you see the back on that thing?) with a classic pencil skirt.

Two Web Belles: Warrior Pose

1. Maybe a pair of sky-high heels isn’t your most sought-after wedding day accessory. You could do your best Gladiator impression with a pair of sandals like these, and still kill it in the style department. These cute flats were captured by Laurel McConnell in Seattle.







2. A photo booth isn’t quite a photo booth without some quality props. If you’re looking for options besides mustaches on sticks, then raid the Halloween aisle and stock up on some funny costume hats. Your guests will look fierce (literally) rocking those Viking horns, as is demonstrated in this Elizabeth Scott Photography booth.







3. A crest or coat of arms isn’t just a symbol from medieval battles. This basic logo can be personalized and used throughout your wedding day stationery, as is seen in these invitations by Nick Brue on Beast Pieces.









4. Draw your swords and get ready for that camera. These whacky images are from Jagger Photography at a wedding in Rhode Island.









5. When looking through the jewelry pieces from IMK by Rebecca Schiffman, we couldn’t help but think of chainmail armor. It’s this mix of masculine materials and feminine details that is a signature look throughout the entire collection.