Category: The Guide

Notes from the salon floor — decoding the dress code most invitations use for parents. “Family formal” shows up on more invitations than almost any other phrase, and it tells… Continue reading What ‘Family Formal’ Actually Means

Notes from the salon floor — how train length and fabric weight decide the answer. Every bustle solves the same problem — lifting the train so you can move freely… Continue reading American vs. French Bustle: Which Is Right for Your Gown?

Notes from the salon floor — a plain-language guide to veil lengths, and how to land on the one that’s yours. A veil is measured from where it sits on… Continue reading Veils 101: Lengths, Styles, and How to Choose Yours

Notes from the salon floor — a little history, a little practical guidance, before you book. There’s a tradition behind the matching bridesmaid dress that has nothing to do with… Continue reading Bringing Your Bridesmaids In

Notes from the salon floor — what a bustle actually is, and the timeline behind your final fitting. A bustle is simply the way a gown’s train is gathered onto… Continue reading Understanding Your Alterations Timeline

Notes from the salon floor — why unpreserved gowns yellow, and the window you have to prevent it. Wedding gowns don’t yellow simply because they age — they yellow because… Continue reading Caring for Your Gown After the Aisle

Notes from the salon floor — what “family formal” actually means, and when to book. ‘Family formal’ is the phrase most invitations use, and it tells you less than you’d… Continue reading The Mother of the Bride Gown, Done Right