The Stylish Bride

Hello everyone, and a warm welcome to the first episode of our brand-new season!  We are your hosts, Julie Sabatino and Dee Mercado, and we can't wait to tell you about all the fun things we have in store for you this season. By the end of this episode, you will have learned what it means to be your own bridal muse and understand why that is so important. Meet Dee, Our Senior Stylist  Dee is our Senior Stylist at Stylish Bride and will be our co-host for this podcast season. Dee brings a unique perspective to the team. She was born and raised in a small city in Puerto Rico and now lives in New York City with her husband, Jeff. Proud of her college days as a volleyball player, Dee enjoys an active lifestyle, engaging in activities like Zumba and swimming. She loves returning to Puerto Rico to visit her family as often as possible. Dee's Stylish Journey  Dee's career path initially evolved from styling custom suits for men to freelance styling and then shifted to red-carpet styling. After COVID turned the world upside down, she found a new home at Stylish Bride, where she has been an invaluable part of the team for the past two and a half years. Fortunately, she found her experience with red carpet styling similar to that of bridal styling, making her transition easy and seamless. What to Expect This Season  We have exciting plans for this podcast season. We will dive deeply into bridal styling, sharing our insights and exploring the concept of being your own muse.  Be Your Own Muse Becoming your own muse is all about finding your inner inspiration and steering away from external pressures and social media. We are committed to empowering brides and providing the tools they need for a confident and profoundly personal bridal journey. Our New Ventures  We will be launching some fantastic initiatives in 2024. Our website now hosts a free wedding fashion resource library, offering quizzes, downloads, and blogs to guide brides through the emotional and challenging wedding planning journey. Julie is also delighted to announce the upcoming launch of her book, Dressed, Styled, and Down the Aisle, which Dee describes as a beautiful and inspiring journey through the world of bridal fashion. Why Julie Wrote the Book  Julie wanted to share all the bridal knowledge she has gained over many years. Her wedding struggles in 2001 inspired her to start the Stylish Bride podcast and write Dressed, Styled, and Down the Aisle as comprehensive guides for brides. She hopes her book will become a valuable resource to spare other brides the crises of confidence she faced as a young bride. We are super excited about our upcoming season and can't wait to share more insights!  Tune in next Tuesday to find out what to do after becoming engaged. Links and Resources: The Stylish Bride The Stylish Bride Resource Library The Stylish Bride on Instagram

Although the children's attire is a vital aspect of any wedding, it is often the last thing that gets thought of and planned. That's why today's guest, Courtney Prince, the Founder and Creative Director of Doloris Petunia, feels that we need to reframe the way we look at Flower Girls.  Doloris Petunia is the foremost Flower Girl brand company in the industry. Courtney is a Flower Girl expert with a background in jewelry and accessory design. (She has a separate line where she still does that.) Courtney is joining us today to tell her story and share how she got into the business accidentally. She also explains what brides need to consider when thinking about their children's attire and gives some tips for creating the best Flower Girl experience. Be sure to listen in!   Show highlights: How Courtney accidentally became a flower girl expert. Courtney describes her overwhelming success after the flower girl dresses she designed went viral. Getting a visit from a celebrity wedding planner, Mindy Weiss. The advantages of the holistic perspective that Courtney came into the business with. Courtney explains what makes her brand different and special. Some tips for creating the best Flower Girl experience. Compensating for growth during the ordering process. Courtney discusses the difference between her company's core collection and their custom work. At Doloris Petunia, they make couture garments. Courtney explains what that means. The history behind the tradition of Flower Girls. Some tips for brides to consider when thinking about their children's attire. Look out for their new boy's line, Constable Brown, which will be starting soon! Links:  The Stylish Bride Website  The Stylish Bride Instagram  Dolores Petunia Website Doloris Petunia Instagram

Hair and makeup are two of the most crucial elements to preparing any event, especially a wedding. Today's guest, Natasha Cornstein, is the CEO of Blushington. Blushington offers beauty services with trained artists in over 25 states for any milestone event. Their mission is to make you feel like the best version of yourself for your big day. Natasha shares the story behind Blushington, how she got involved, and the amazing services they offer. Join Julie and Natasha for beauty tips and more on how to get ready for your big day. Show Highlights: How Blushington was started and how Natasha got involved Why you should invest more time and preparation into your hair and makeup Bringing the comfort of day to day life to milestone events The importance of preparing your skin for your wedding Planning a schedule or sequence to work on the bridal party How Blushington ensures they have the best makeup and best sanitation The matchmaking process between artists and the clients at Blushington How Blushington trains brides to interpret clients vision Why Blushington uses different products to adjust to the environment The benefits of having a makeup artist stay through the event Links: The Stylish Bride Website The Stylish Bride Instagram Blushington Instagram Blushington Website

Shopping as a curvy bride can be exhausting and an unnecessary amount of frustration. Who wants to spend the day they’ve dreamed of their whole life feeling insecure or crying in the dressing room? Julie’s seen it too many times, and that’s why she created the “Sample Size Solution.” The Sample Size Solution is a kit designed for curvy brides to actually be able to see what a dress looks like on their body, without exposed skin or industrial sized clips. These tools are designed to help find a dress that lets curvy brides shine. If you want your wedding dress shopping experience to end with the perfect dress, listen to hear more.  Show Highlights:  Julie shares what it’s like to try on dresses as a curvy bride  What is the industry “standard”  How Julie has created a way to make each sample work for their unique shape  Empowering the bride in the appointment to take control of the experience  The 3 components of the “Sample Size Solution” Why it’s important to see how a dress fits before you purchase  Links:  https://thestylishbride.com https://www.instagram.com/thestylishbride/?hl=en

We all feel the societal pressure to look our best, “skinniest”, and most “in shape” we’ve ever been for our wedding. But the truth is, you don’t have to be. Today’s guest, Lizzy, is a wife, mother of two, and a one-on-one weight watchers coach. In this part 3 of the curvy bride series, Lizzy shares her personal experience of wedding shopping when she wasn’t feeling the most confident with her weight, what it’s like to be a curvy bride, and how weight watchers has helped her improve her self-care. For tips and tricks on how to wedding dress shop as a curvy bride, join Julie Sabatino in this interview.    Show Highlights:  Losing weight for the shopping day  Lizzy shares her own wedding dress shopping experience  How Lizzy knew what to start looking for  The importance of speaking up for what you want  Why you should wear a dress that fits you now  The difficulties of wedding dress shopping as a curvy bride  The importance of understanding silhouettes  How trying on evening wear can help make your shopping experience easier  How Lizzy found her wedding dress and what she ended up with  What Lizzy does at weight watchers  What the new D3 experience with personal coaching includes  How Weight Watchers can help you improve your self care  Links:  We'd like to thank our sponsor, Supa Skincare. https://www.supaskincare.com Order the Supa Skincare Supatizer and enter TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off your order. Discount Code: TSB20 https://thestylishbride.com https://www.instagram.com/thestylishbride/?hl=en

Wedding dress shopping is one of the most magical and vulnerable experiences most women will ever experience. While many of us have dreamed of this day for most of our lives, there are unique challenges that can accompany it. In part two to the Curvy Bride series, Julie shares strategies to overcome the unique challenges that curvy women face when shopping for a wedding dress. If you want tips on how to enhance your shopping experience and to find what makes you feel most beautiful, join Julie in this informative and uplifting episode.  Show Highlights:  How Julie’s perspective on beauty has shifted over quarantine  What makes wedding dress shopping a vulnerable experience  Julie shares what makes her feel beautiful Why you should look to yourself for inspiration instead of social media  The benefits of getting clear on what you want before you go shopping  Why you should start at a bridal salon with an array of sizes  Setting the stage with the proper accessories  Why the dress that makes you feel the thinnest isn’t “the one”  Links:  Sponsor:  https://www.supaskincare.com Order the Supa Skincare Supatizer and enter TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off your order. Discount Code: TSB20 Website Instagram

As a curvy woman myself, I know and understand the unique challenges when shopping for a wedding dress. This topic is so near and dear to my heart that today’s show is the first in a multi-part series covering the issues that curvy brides face. Join me as we lay the foundation in understanding the wedding landscape for a curvy woman. Show Highlights: Why helping curvy brides has been some of my most satisfying work Our focus today is on designer wedding dresses for curvy women--not those found at lower price points What curvy women need to know: Bridal sizing runs up to two sizes small (be prepared to be shocked!) Most boutiques carry only one of each dress sample, usually in size 8 (which is really a size 4!) Trunk show dresses are even smaller than normal because they were made for a model to wear (curvy women should avoid trunk shows altogether!) You’ll be asked to “envision” what the dress in your size will look like on you (this is difficult to do when you may not be able to zip up the dress!)   Resources: Sponsor:  https://www.supaskincare.com Order the Supa Skincare Supatizer and enter TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off your order. Discount Code: TSB20 https://thestylishbride.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thestylishbride/?hl=en 

We all know it’s a crazy time to be planning that most extraordinary event in your life. You have to be prepared for every possible twist and turn in your wedding journey, and one thing that is a huge part of your special day is your wedding dress. Join me for this solo episode as we discuss how to tackle finding a dress you love in an uncertain world.  Show Highlights: Five tips to navigate the important step of choosing a dress you love: Keep it simple--Versatility is important, and accessories can help achieve the look you want. Simple and chic work in every setting and a simple dress is easier for a designer to produce. Choose a dress that looks good on you today--Don’t add stress to your life by having to work like crazy to “make it fit.” Start shopping early--Dresses take longer to make right now, especially with imported components. More options are available to you if you plan ahead. Consider a rehearsal dinner look that could do double duty--Many brides are choosing that rehearsal dinner outfit that can also be worn in an intimate wedding. It’s hard to wear your wedding dress twice--If you plan a small wedding now and a bigger one post-pandemic, it may be more cost-effective to purchase a dress off the rack for the intimate ceremony.  Resources: Sponsor:  https://www.supaskincare.com Order the Supa Skincare Supatizer and enter TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off your order. Discount Code: TSB20 https://thestylishbride.com https://www.instagram.com/thestylishbride/?hl=en  

Today’s show highlights the artistry of wedding floral design in the time of COVID. Like every other aspect of the wedding industry, floral designers have had to make considerable adjustments to their normal way of doing things. My guest is rolling with the punches to continue providing beautiful floral creations to accentuate that all-important wedding day. Kiana Underwood is the founder of Tulipina. She’s the most amazing, artistic floral designer who lends her design artistry to luxury weddings around the world. Before emigrating to the US, Kiana endured war and revolution as a girl in her native Iran. She says none of those difficulties compares to her hardest task, which is raising her three teenagers to be good humans in today’s world. Show Highlights: The difference between being a floral designer and wedding planner The wedding elements that fall under Kiana’s domain include the overall environment, candles, table settings, furniture, and more! How Kiana got started in floral design after her college training to be a diplomat How Kiana found visibility in the floral design field through social media Why Kiana remains committed to being unique and innovative in her floral creations Where Kiana finds inspiration for her designs How Kiana is navigating the time of COVID with her brides Why the bright side of the pandemic is that weddings can be smaller, more intimate, and more meaningful for the bride and groom How Kiana is dealing with calendar issues and rescheduling wedding dates What to look for in contract negotiations regarding COVID clauses How wedding industry components have been hugely affected by COVID How Kiana’s 2021 calendar is shaping up (Hint: it’s almost full!) Why Kiana says the silver lining to 2020 is that she’s traveled less and had more time at home with her kids Resources: Find Kiana on Instagram: @tulipinadesign  Find out more about Kiana’s work: www.tulipina.com  Sponsor: https://www.supaskincare.com Order the Supa Skincare Supatizer and enter TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off your order. Discount Code: TSB20 https://thestylishbride.com https://www.instagram.com/thestylishbride/?hl=en

Join us for this informative episode about wedding photography. You’ll learn why choosing your wedding photographer might be THE most important aspect of your big day, what it’s like to handle the nuances of celebrity weddings, and how smaller weddings due to COVID-19 restrictions give you the freedom to make your wedding day exactly what you want it to be.  KT Merry is a luxury destination wedding and editorial photographer. She’s a passionate conservationist and educator who does truly beautiful and inspiring work that tells wedding stories with artful excellence and purpose.  Show Highlights: How KT started out in the photography business How KT took blended her knowledge and experience to begin specializing in weddings How KT deals with the intense physical demands of wedding photography Career highlights for KT include a 2014 wedding in the Maldives that was the first Asian real wedding on the cover of Martha Stewart Weddings and a great Ireland wedding The unique challenges of celebrity weddings with logistics, timing, and expectations How KT’s style of wedding photography tells the story with a refined, editorial approach combined with real, raw moments The most important considerations for brides in choosing a wedding photographer The importance of the right fit, common vibe, and alignment between the couple and their wedding photographer How COVID changed things for KT and her business and how she’s planning for 2021 What to look for and ask for in a photography contract How mask-wearing has affected KT’s work in 2020 Why smaller weddings can be more intimate, intentional, and thoughtful What’s next for KT in photography, conservation work, and helping to educate other photographers Parting words from KT: “It’s a hard time to be an engaged couple. 2020 has shown us that now is the perfect time to do what you really want in your wedding, whether that’s very traditional or not. You have the freedom to do what suits you and your fiancé.” Resources: www.ktmerry.com   Sponsor: https://www.supaskincare.com Order the Supa Skincare Supatizer and enter TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off your order. Discount Code: TSB20 https://thestylishbride.com https://www.instagram.com/thestylishbride/?hl=en  

This year has brought a lot of uncertainty, but also a lot of opportunity to highlight special moments. Today’s guest, Willi, was originally planning on having a wedding this May, when COVID hit its peak. This transpired into changing plans multiple times, until a more intimate and magical wedding took place. Willi shares what her experience was like trying to navigate through COVID, as well as how Julie’s expertise helped her through the process. Join Julie in this episode to hear more about Willi’s enchanting wedding.  Show Highlights:  What Willi’s original wedding plan was  What encouraged Willi to make the decision to postpone  How planning a wedding during COVID went  Why a “micro wedding” doesn’t work for everyone  What Willi’s wedding ended up looking like  How to navigate vendors during COVID  Why Willi wanted to honor current circumstances and create an intimate atmosphere  Why having a smaller wedding prompted Willi to have more traditional moments  The importance of focusing on special moments  Getting over the guilt during difficult times    Links:  Sponsor: https://www.supaskincare.com Order the Supa Skincare Supatizer and enter TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off your order. Discount Code: TSB20 https://thestylishbride.com https://www.instagram.com/thestylishbride/?hl=en

Wedding planning takes a lot of time, energy, and focus. During this time of uncertainty, there’s a lot more obstacles to overcome in that process. Today’s guests, Alison from Alison Events and her client, McKenna, share their experience of planning and having a wedding during COVID. Despite all of the drastic shifts and last minute changes that had to be made, Alison shares how she curated a beautiful and intimate experience for McKenna’s wedding. This episode is full of amazing advice on how to navigate COVID weddings and to create a very unique, deep experience in the process.  Show Highlights:  What the original plan for McKenna’s wedding was  Why McKenna made the decision to postpone the wedding  How the new wedding location was decided  What made the resort wedding such a positive experience  The emotional experience that happens when creating different wedding plans  How having less projects made Mckenna’s wedding more intentional  How Alison officiated the wedding and prepared to make it a personal experience  What inspired Alison to get ordained  Why having a relationship with clients based on trust and honesty will curate the best experience  Finding the perfect dress with the professional guidance  What finding a dress for each different experience was like  How McKenna found freedom in being a COVID bride  Why intimate wedding is better terminology than a micro wedding  Why McKenna tried to focus more on how she felt instead of everyone else  What the final wedding event looked like  Thursday night surprise during the wedding week  Advice for wedding planning from McKenna and Alison    Links:  Sponsor: https://www.supaskincare.com Order the Supa Skincare Supatizer and enter TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off your order. Discount Code: TSB20 https://thestylishbride.com/podcast/ Julie@thestylishbride.com https://www.instagram.com/thestylishbride/?hl=en  

Wedding dress shopping is one of the most eventful and exciting lead ups to your big day. While COVID may have changed the process, it’s still equally as fun and momentous.  In this episode, Julie Sabatino discusses the changes that wedding dress boutiques are implementing post-COVID and how to navigate them. She shares 5 shopping tips to help you prepare for your exciting day. Join Julie in this episode for more on what to expect from the shopping experience.    Show Highlights:  How wedding dress shopping has changed after COVID  Why you should start shopping a year in advance  How to prioritize and minimize how many stores you go to  The importance of pre-appointment Zoom calls and communication  Choose your guest list dress shopping wisely  Why you should always take pictures  Bring your own accessories and celebration things    Links:   Supa Skincare SUPAtizer - use code TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off! Listen to the Podcast and Subscribe! Email Julie: Julie@thestylishbride.com Follow Julie on Instagram  

This year has been a whirlwind for all of us, especially brides. Planning a wedding can already be an overwhelming and intimidating process and COVID has shaken up a lot of brides. This season of the podcast Julie Sabatino is focusing on helping brides navigate this difficult time. Planning your wedding SHOULD be exciting, and it still can be.  Join Julie in season 2 of the Stylish Bride for more advice and tips on how you can have your dream wedding during this confusing time.  Show Highlights:  Julie shares how COVID inspired her to launch season 2  Figuring out when and how to have a wedding during COVID  How this season is going to cover the emotions brides and vendors are currently experiencing  Why confidence and energy is the most important element of your wedding day  Navigating being engaged through this difficult time    Links:  Supa Skincare SUPAtizer - use code TSB20 at checkout to get 20% off! https://thestylishbride.com/podcast/

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Stylish Bride! One of the hardest parts of the most beautiful day in the life of many brides is the photo session. What can start out as an exciting adventure can quickly turn into an arduous event.  Wedding portraits are one of the most important ways to preserve cherished memories of the big day, and Julie Sabatino will help us to navigate the process so it goes as comfortably and as smoothy as possible. Join us as we discover how to survive a photo session without losing it! Show Highlights:  Consider packing a little bag to keep sunscreen and bug spray on hand Keep hair and makeup people close by, if budget allows Stay hydrated! Have bottled water and straws handy Protect feet with comfortable back-up shoes with the same height as your high heels for the shoot Learn how to hold your train so it doesn’t get dirty! Here’s Julie’s tips! Have something to stand on when you’re taking outdoor pictures Use a clear plastic tarp or white sheet on the ground to avoid wet grass, mud, etc.     Links:    Instagram: @thestylishbride    Julie@thestylishbride.com    https://thestylishbride.com   Promo Code for the first item you purchase:  Email Julie code: TSBPODCAST         

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Stylish Bride! Today Julie Sabatino sits down with Gena Jaffe, in honor of pride month. They discuss taking time out of each day to focus on fitness for its mental health benefits, and how Gena can assist women who are prepping for their wedding to feel better in both their body and their mind. Gena is a member and advocate of the LGBT community, a virtual fitness coach, and a lawyer that helps other online entrepreneurs protect their businesses. Tune in to find out how Gena’s wife, Jordana, encouraged her to become an entrepreneur, what pride means to Gena, and the laughs Julie and Gena share, reminiscing over Julie’s and Jordana’s 2014 wedding! What makes this epidose even MORE fun is the fact that Julie and her guest, Gena, are FIRST COUSINS! Don’t miss this! Show Highlights:  Don’t work out to lose weight, work out for mental health Brides-to-be need an outlet and should take some time out each day Gena offers fitness programs for every body, 10-60 minutes Fitness should feel fun! Fitness routines help children to see that exercise can be fun Working out helps lift depression Planning a wedding should be about what makes you and your partner happy Same-sex weddings can have an added layer of pressure and sometimes sadness Every family is going to look different Gena’s photo shoot with a national retailer’s Pride campaign    Links:  Instagram: @thestylishbride  Julie@thestylishbride.com  https://thestylishbride.com Promo Code for the first item you purchase:  Email Julie code: TSBPODCAST  https://freckledfoodie.com Instagram: @genajaffe  

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Stylish Bride! Today Julie Sabatino chats with special guest, Michael Andrews, owner of the largest premier custom tailor shop in New York. As an ex-M&A attorney, Michael wasn’t happy with the suit and tie options available in the marketplace, so he decided to take matters into his own hands, and his namesake tailor shop, “Michael Andrews”, was born.  Listen in while Julie and Michael discuss when a couple should first start thinking about men’s fashions during the wedding planning stage (hint: the sooner, the better!). Learn how to avoid menswear becoming an afterthought, why festive wear is making a comeback, and the quick and dirty on destination weddings. Don’t miss out on all the valuable information they unpack during this episode of The Stylish Bride! Show Highlights:  When to start thinking about menswear Suit or Tuxedo? Is it better to coordinate or match? What’s trending in menswear and grooms parties The influence of same-sex grooms on men’s fashions Customizing an off-rack suit vs. investing in a custom suit Understanding the grooms needs Customized details - a very special surprise! The inside scoop on the tailoring process Budgeting and pricing guidelines Made-to-measure and luxury bespoke options How menswear tends to run a 5-year arc Working with grooms that live outside of NYC Visually distinguishing the Dads Minimum 6-12 weeks needed for customizing   Links:  Instagram: @thestylishbride  Julie@thestylishbride.com  https://thestylishbride.com Instagram: @michaelandrewsbespoke https://michaelandrews.com Promo Code for the first item you purchase:  Email Julie code: TSBPODCAST 

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Stylish Bride! Today Julie Sabatino introduces the launch of an amazing new service, Virtual Styling Consulting. This new service takes the complicated elements of finding the perfect dress and creates a blueprint for dress success based on your personal style and budget.  This new service has a plethora of benefits and is an affordable platform for anyone looking for an accessible service. For more details on what this brilliant service includes and a special gift from Julie Sabatino - tune into this episode of The Stylish Bride.  Show Highlights:  The inspiration for Julie’s virtual styling service  What the virtual styling service entails  Gathering information and creating a personalized plan for you  How you can use the service for the bridal party  The accessibility of virtual styling  Links:  Instagram: @thestylishbride  Julie@thestylishbride.com  https://thestylishbride.com Promo Code for the first item you purchase:  Email Julie code: TSBPODCAST 

Finding the perfect dress can be a daunting task, especially for a destination wedding. When selecting the perfect dress for a destination wedding there are many additional factors to consider.    Today, Julie Sabatino shares her guide for finding a dress that you’ll not only feel comfortable and magical in, but also provides the convenience and flexibility for a destination wedding. For Julie’s tips on how to find the right dress for your destination wedding, tune into this episode of The Stylish Bride.    Show Highlights:    Picking the right fabric for your destination  Finding a dress that compliments your body shape  Why the volume of the dress is important to consider when choosing your dress  Matching the dress style to the destination   Making sure you see the dress in natural and artificial light prior to purchasing    Links:    Contact Julie:    https://thestylishbride.com   Instagram: @Thestylishbride 

Making sure you have the right hair and makeup team is a crucial part of your wedding day, but it takes lots of planning and preparation in advance. Today’s guest, Ashlee Glazer, is a celebrity makeup artist and beauty expert with over 13 years of experience with weddings. Ashlee shares tips on how to make the most of your makeup trials, how to find the right makeup team for you, and how to be effective with your planning time. This episode contains priceless advice that every bride needs to hear.  Show Highlights:  How Ashlee got started in makeup and beauty  The differences between doing celebrity and bride makeup  Why brides have a hard time finding a hair and makeup artist  The most effective ways to communicate with a hair/makeup artist  How brides can make the most out of makeup trials  Finding a balance between makeup that stays but still looks natural  How long a makeup artist should stay at the wedding  Getting new products for each individual bride  Tips for hiring the right team  A guide for the makeup timeline  Advice on details that need extra attention  Making the most of your time    Links:  Contact Ashlee:  http://www.ashleeglazer.com Instagram: @ashleeglazer Contact Julie:  https://thestylishbride.com Instagram: @Thestylishbride 

Welcome to another episode of The Stylish Bride! In this episode, Julie Sabatino answers some of the most commonly asked questions about finding the right dress as the mother of the bride/groom. From length, color, to outfit changes, Julie covers it all. To hear more about how to find the perfect dress as a mother of the bride/groom, join Julie in this episode of The Stylish Bride.  Show Highlights:    How to dictate what the mother of the bride's dress length should be  Whether or not the mothers of the bride/groom need to coordinate  Deciding which colors are appropriate  Considering whether or not the mothers should change outfits  Finding a balance between what makes the moms feel good and what makes the bride happy    Links:    Contact Julie:    https://thestylishbride.com   Instagram: @Thestylishbride 

Finding a dress for the mother of the bride can be a trying task, but it doesn’t have to be. There are many factors that make finding the perfect dress for the hostess difficult, but Julie Sabatino is here to help. In this episode, Julie Sabatino shares 7 dress tips for finding a dress that’ll make you feel and look great for your child’s special day. If you’re a mother of the bride or groom this episode of The Stylish Bride offers important advice for you.  Show Highlights:  Why moms have the hardest time finding their dress  All of the factors that contribute to making it difficult to find a dress for a mature body type  Why the mother of the bride has the first choice over her dress  Finding the right color and coordinating with the rest of the wedding  Letting go of the idea of overshadowing the bride  How to make a strapless dress fit your preferences  Getting a great bra and getting properly sized Bustling your train  Buy a dress for the weight that you are now  Why self-love and feeling comfortable in your own skin is an important piece    Links:  Contact Julie:  https://thestylishbride.com   Instagram: @Thestylishbride 

Most of us have been dreaming of our wedding day since childhood – the florals, the shoes, the venue, the dress. It’s a special day that you want to be perfect, and Spina Bride ensures it is. In this episode, Giselle, founder of Spina Bride, explains the concepts behind Spina Bride, how they curate a unique experience, and what the process of working with an exclusive designer looks like. To learn more about Spina Bride and the one-of-a-kind services they offer, tune into this interview on The Stylish Bride.   Show Highlights:  The concept behind Spina Bride  Different pieces and designers Spina Bride carries’  Transitioning from floral design to wedding dresses  Incorporating stylists into the business  Being curated and reachable  Creating a warm and individual experience  Being a disruptor in the wedding/fashion industry  The target bride for Spina Bride  The process of selecting designers  Catering specifically to brides needs  How custom dresses are designed  What roll budget plays in finding a dress  How to set a wedding dress budget  The timeline for international and small business designers  Being present throughout the process   Links:  https://thestylishbride.com Contact Giselle:  https://www.spinabride.com Instagram: @Spinabride 

New York Bridal Market is one of the largest and most exciting events in the bridal industry. From floral arrangements to décor, to next season’s dress collections, Bridal Market has it all.  In today’s episode, Editor in Chief of Brides Magazine, Lisa Gooder, is here to discuss the upcoming trends and what’s currently hot from Spring Bridal Market. To hear more about this season’s inspiration and how to implement it into your wedding in a unique way, tune into this episode of The Stylish Bride with Julie Sabatino.  Show Highlights:  What Bridal Market is  Bringing the best of Bridal Market to readers  The buying cycle of dresses and advertising them according to their availability  Current trends within the bridal industry  Having multiple outfits for the wedding and convertible dresses  Current 70’s inspired looks  The rise of menswear in the bridal industry  How shorts are being integrated into weddings  Being a modern bride in a sea of tradition  Embracing who you are and reflecting that through the wedding  How traditions can be beautiful and nostalgic  Links:  Contact Julie:  https://thestylishbride.com Instagram: @Thestylishbride  Contact Lisa:  https://www.brides.com

Today, Julie has a repeat guest, Bryan Rafanelli on the show! Bryan is here to share with us how fashion has influenced the wedding industry.  Bryan Rafanelli is a wedding and event designer with a passion for creating a fantasy for each bride. Bryan has been in the wedding industry for more than 22 years and has a thirst for knowledge that keeps him on the cutting edge of his industry. Join us as we discuss how fashion influences the bridal industry. Show Highlights: The Rafanelli way of doing things Where inspiration comes from Art, fashion, and theater inspire Bryan’s wedding designs How to incorporate heirloom pieces and traditions into your wedding as elements of design How a wedding designer can help the bride achieve her dreams How personal style can influence each bride and why it’s important to consider Brides may have more than one style, so then you have to figure out what truly reflects the style she wants to display for her wedding. Details make the difference in sharing the story that your wedding tells. Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.  Bryan Rafanelli's Website Bryan on Facebook Bryan on Instagram Bryan on Twitter Bryan on LinkedIn

Many brides or individuals looking to get into the wedding industry are curious as to how the Bridal Market works but aren’t sure where to start. Today Julie shares all the ins and outs of the Bridal Market and what to expect. From the basic market progression over the years to how to find a dress from your dream designer, this episode will bring you all you need to know about the Bridal Market. To learn more about top trends, finding pieces at a lower price point, and tracking down your favorite runway pieces, tune into this episode of The Stylish Bride with your host, Julie Sabatino.  Show Highlights:  First experiences with bridal market  How the market has progressed over the years  What bridal market is  How designers showcase their collections  What new brides should pay the most attention to  Taking inspiration from high-end designs  Finding on-trend pieces at a lower price point  Accessory pieces designers include  When dresses are available  Where you can see dresses prior to them being available  What you should do if you find a dress you love  Finding trunk shows far enough in advance  Designers Julie loves that aren’t showing this season  Links:  https://thestylishbride.com Instagram: @Thestylishbride 

Have you wondered “How am I going to wear this dress all night?” Today, we will discover whether or not you should change into a short, long or any dress at your reception. With Spring weddings coming, tons of first fittings are happening. This is the time when everything starts to shift. Brides go from fantasizing about their day to actually putting everything into place while things and details are decided. Join us and have some help with deciding if having a second dress is for you.   Show Highlights: Check out Episode 4 and 8 about first dress fittings and dress bustles Whether or not changing dresses is right for you Important to understand when these decisions should be made Think about when you will be stepping into your dress on the day of the wedding Wearing your wedding dress about 8-9 hours a day or more How different is your wedding dress than dresses or outfits you wear every day Going away outfit after the wedding Dancing dress, something you are comfortable in 5 reasons why it might be right for you to change into a dress 1. You will be a lot more comfortable 2. You will get tired of carrying it around that night 3. Setting the tone when you come back into the reception 4. Another grand entrance moment 5. It is great to have a backup dress in case of a fashion emergency  Budget about 20 minutes for a full wardrobe change with the bride Overskirt dress option to have different looks   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.

Would you want to hear from real brides about their wedding day and have real advice to help you with planning your own day? Today our host Julie is bringing in a real client of hers!   Alexis was a bride married this fall. Alexis will be sharing her knowledge with us, as Julie wants to help us learn what’s going to happen on your wedding and how to put together everything by listening to real experiences from the big day. From being detail oriented to knowing that the bride and groom can set the whole tone of the guests at the wedding. Join us today as we get to hear advice from Alexis from her own experience.    Show Highlights: Overview of Alexis' wedding Julie met Alexis through Alexis’s wedding planner Leslie Price What Alexis was thinking of for her wedding dress in the beginning Bridal dress shopping with an eye for detail Alexis customizing her own gown with a leap of faith Dress change, and bustling your dress Changing shoes can help with pressure points, and how brides underestimate shoes on your wedding day Taking photos before the Ceremony rather than after Taking care of your wedding dress on your bid day Advice from Alexis for you   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.  Leslie Price Website inanyevent.com

Do you want to be a beach bride ready for a fun wedding? Today we are back in Miami with Chic Parisien, and we have the founder’s daughter Catherine the owner, and Patricia the brand manager joining us. Tune in and hear about the new venture they are embarking on, The Beach Bride by Chic Parisien; a new, fresh and fun venture.   Show Highlights: What the Beach Bride will be, a type of a pop-up store What they will be carrying at The Beach Bride Why they decided to start The Beach Bride Listen to episode 27! Wanting something special for yourself as a bride E-commerce for the boutique Items coming in from all over the world They will put packages together as well for brides Thank you bags for destination weddings or bachelorette parties   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and at the Beach!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.   Instagram: @thebeachbride Chic Parisien Website

Are you a curvy bride worried about the process of wedding gown shopping? More and more designers are starting to supply plus sizes. Today’s guest owns his own store and is here to help you be more prepared for dress shopping.   Mark Ingram, is the owner of Mark Ingram Atelier in New York City. Wedding Dress shopping for a curvy bride can be challenging emotionally and physically for the bride and on the store. Every bride deserves to have a wonderful experience. Tune in today and hear why you should order the dress size you are the day you buy the dress.    Show Highlights: What you can expect going into the store Why being curvy can be a challenge for dress shopping How sizing can be crazy and is based on an old couture size chart/model Mark’s store offers better size samples Very important to tell the consultant your proper size before you actually make your appointments Larger busts and tall girls are a part of plus sizes Designers Mark loves that include plus sizes The commitment when ordering the size you are the day you buy it You can take a dress in but you cannot make it bigger It is critical to be the size you are trying for at your first fitting   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.   Mark Ingram Website Instagram: @markingrambride

Do you have a unique style, personality or relationship? Today we hear from an expert designer and planner. Specializing in personalized events, Jove is known for collaborating with some of the best vendors and has won many awards.   Jove Meyer is the Creative Director, Founder, and Guru extraordinaire of Jove Meyer Events. His event company is very different from the others out there. Every year we see new trends, and as time goes there are new traditions being made. It is your day and you should have the vision you want. Join us as we learn how Jove’s Event Company is different from the others!   Show Highlights: Background on how Jove found his passion while being authentic  Why Jove feels people are drawn to him The first date/appointment with Jove Nontraditional wedding gowns and outfits, colors instead of white Wearing white doesn’t guarantee a successful marriage  Same-sex couples and helping them get started on the fashion side Matching outfits and making it personal Taking the lead from the couple] The trend in wedding parties right now Pushing the boundaries of design   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.   Jove Meyer Events Website Instagram: @jovemeyer

Are you a new bride that just does not understand why you have to order your wedding dress so far ahead of time? Today our guest will help us learn more about the timeframe for buying a wedding dress.  Catherine Milian is the owner of Chic Parisien, a store out of Miami, Florida. Today, Julie and Catherine will explore more tips on wedding dress shopping and making the most of your appointments. Join us as we learn why wedding dresses can take so long to make and how to make your purchase on a tight timeline. Show Highlights: The History of Chic Parisien Perspective on the different types of brides/clientele they have What makes dresses take so long on the special order dresses Business is high with South Americans but does change statistics every year Chic Parisien has hundreds of dresses How Catherine chooses where dresses go Having a great alterations department Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Chic Parisien Website Instagram: @chicparisien

Did your spouse forget something on your wedding day? Weddings already have many things everyone needs to remember, so if you have an amazing service like Julie’s, you have less to remember!    Today’s episode is about not forgetting the guys! Julie offers styling services and wedding day dressers. Join us now and hear how Julie and her team take care of the men on their wedding day.   Show Highlights: How guys forget something too often Not knowing how to tie the bow ties Assigning the dresser to the guys Properly preparing a suit and a tuxedo Confusing rentals between the groomsmen Traveling with backups! Julie comes prepared to all weddings with bow tie extenders, shoe shine polish, collar stays and more What to watch for during photos, such as pockets being full Prepping the guys before they walk down the aisle   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.

Wedding dressing services can easily be perceived as excessive and unnecessary, but often there are details that get overlooked and unaccounted for that only a professional can seamlessly handle.    In today’s episode, Julie Sabatino shares behind-the-scenes testimonies on the complexity of weddings, common complications that require professional help, and who wedding dressing services would be the most beneficial for. Tune into this episode of The Stylish Bride with Julie Sabatino for more tips on how to ensure your wedding day is as tranquil and magical as possible.        Show Highlights:    Finding someone with a non-biased opinion on your wedding dress  Hiring individuals that will create a luxurious experience  Why dressing services are valuable  The benefits of having an expert on hand during your wedding day  Having someone to shadow the bride during photos  Common complications with bustles  How dressing services benefit bridesmaids and groomsmen  Having a seamstress on hand to relieve stress  Being a need anticipator and providing solutions  Who a dressing service would best benefit  The importance of having a professional to deal with delicate dresses  How dressing services provide a level of security and comfort  Managing dresses with complicated and intricate bustles  Insuring the bride has the best time on her wedding day  Links:  Instagram: @thestylishbride  Julie@thestylishbride.com  https://thestylishbride.com

When it comes to planning a wedding, the dress seems to be the first thing anyone is thinking about. It’s easy to overlook all of the details but being well-prepared will set you up for a magical wedding day. Coming up on her one-year anniversary, Charlotte Rossetter is here to share all of the enlightening advice she gained when planning her own wedding. Julie and Charlotte talk about expanding beyond tradition, how to alleviate the stress of the wedding planning, and personalizing every detail. Join Charlotte and Julie in this episode of The Stylish Bride for more advice on how to have a beautiful and smooth wedding day.  Show Highlights:  Charlottes wedding details  Expanding traditional ideas and wardrobe  How to know you found the perfect dress  Creating custom gifts for bridesmaids  Finding unique pieces for the groom  The benefits of hiring a wedding planner  Advice to have a smooth wedding day  Preparing to make sure you’re comfortable in every situation  Creating things to look forward to and decompress from the wedding  How marriage influences day-to-day life  The comfort and security that comes with marriage  How marriage strengthens relationships  Links:  https://thestylishbride.com Instagram: The Stylish Bride 

Are you dress shopping and not sure what you need to bring with you to the stores? Do you want your dress shopping experience to run as smooth as it can? Our host Julie has been professionally dress shopping for 15 years so we can trust her! Today Julie will discuss five things you have to have with you when you are dress shopping. One of them being is a must have, but the rest will make your life a whole lot easier. Join us today as we discover the tricks Julie has learned over the years.   Show Highlights: Underwear is the number one thing you need to have with you Nude underwear is a big bonus so you do not see through the dress Decide if you’re a person who feels comfortable changing in front of others Spanks and dress shopping Coverage for your chest Make sure your phone is charged for photos and bring a wireless charger Snacks like nuts to help you keep going Bring a robe so you have something to cover with Hair ties from KITSCH Travel Jewelry kit, to organize your jewelry and keep it safe Pouch for all the information you will receive Makeup eraser that can help take makeup off dresses (The white one)   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.   Amazon Link Click Here

Today, Julie has a repeat guest, Bryan Rafanelli on the show! Bryan is here to share with us how fashion has influenced the wedding industry.    Bryan Rafanelli is a wedding and event designer with a passion for creating a fantasy for each bride. Bryan has been in the wedding industry for more than 22 years and has a thirst for knowledge that keeps him on the cutting edge of his industry. Join us as we discuss how fashion influences the bridal industry.   Show Highlights:   The Rafanelli way of doing things Where inspiration comes from Art, fashion, and theater inspire Bryan’s wedding designs How to incorporate heirloom pieces and traditions into your wedding as elements of design How a wedding designer can help the bride achieve her dreams How personal style can influence each bride and why it’s important to consider Brides may have more than one style, so then you have to figure out what truly reflects the style she wants to display for her wedding. Details make the difference in sharing the story that your wedding tells. Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.  Bryan Rafanelli's Website Bryan on Facebook Bryan on Instagram Bryan on Twitter Bryan on LinkedIn

Do you worry about how you will look in your wedding dress? It’s a worry that many brides have. Today’s guest shares advice from her own experience. Finding the perfect dress is one step in making sure you feel like a princess on your big day. Cameron Rogers owns Freckled Foodie and is a former bride of Julie’s! Cameron started her own business that includes health coaching, meal prepping, meal planning, cooking classes, food writing, and recipe development. Learn everything Cameron knows about dieting for your wedding and learn why Cameron began her business. Join us today and discover tips to help you on one of the biggest days of your life!   Show Highlights: Background on Freckled Foodie and why Cameron started it Expectations about weddings and being healthy Fitting in your wedding dress When things go wrong at a wedding Cameron’s top tip at the wedding How an accessory of Cameron’s went missing at her wedding Advice from Cameron and Julie   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.   Freckled Foodie Website Instagram: @freckledfoodie

Does wedding dress shopping make you feel overwhelmed, or maybe you don't even know where to begin to find a dress? So many couples get engaged over the holidays, so now it is time to start finding a dress. Today’s guest is a wedding dress expert, and here to help! Mark Ingram from Mark Ingram Atelier is a true tastemaker and icon in the industry. It is January and it is peak season on Wedding dress shopping. On one of the first podcasts you can hear all about what you need to consider before going wedding dress shopping, so go back and listen to it, if you haven’t already. Join us today as Mark dives into the nitty-gritty so you can understand as a bride, the process of shopping for a wedding gown.    Show Highlights: How you should asses your budget The old fashioned rule of 10% of wedding cost goes to the dress How you define a couture wedding dress Why wedding dresses cost what they do An opening price point for a beaded dress How an average bride can find out more information on dress shopping How social media manipulates the view and thoughts on wedding dresses Average price of wedding dresses Why wedding dresses take the length of time to order that they do When you should start shopping for your wedding dress, and have fittings Mark’s process on costs when buying a wedding dress How the fitting process can make it or break it   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Mark Ingram Website Instagram: @markingrambride

Ever notice how many people get engaged during the holidays? With the New Year here, our host Julie Sabatino has designed this podcast to empower you, and have you feel you’re very best on your wedding day.   On today’s episode, we will hear Julie’s New Year’s resolutions that she would love to share with you. From planning, dress shopping, all the way to the small details Julie is here to help. If you are newly engaged or amidst planning a wedding, listen in today as Julie gives back to help you with one of the biggest days of your life!    Show Highlights:   Julie’s three main New Year’s Resolution’s 1. Put the cell phone down 2. Finding more ways to help brides 3. Strength training  What a bride should do first after being engaged Set details of the location before you go dress shopping Past episodes you should listen to Episode 5 is very important to listen to on decision making Tune into next week’s episode with Mark Ingram!   Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!   Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.

Next to having the perfect groom, the perfect wedding dress is the most important part of the wedding. Making sure you feel confident and beautiful in your dress is ultimately every designer’s goal. This is why having a custom-made dress is such a unique and intimate experience. Monica Byrne is a bridal designer with an exemplary portfolio, working with names such as Vera Wang. She has a passion for the creative experience behind every piece and fulfilling every bride's vision. If you’re looking for a custom designer or simply want to understand the design process behind the scenes this episode of The Stylish Bride has all the ins-and-outs of what to expect. Show Highlights: Getting started with Lucy Barns and transitioning into a solo career. Monica having her own label and working with Vera Wang. Creating custom wedding dresses. The quality standards for couture. What the design process looks like. Going through fittings and finding the perfect dress. The opening price point for a designer or custom dress. How to collaborate the brides’ style with the designers’ style. What to expect from the custom dress process   Resources: Instagram: Monicabyrne https://www.monicabyrne.com Instagram: Thestylishbride https://thestylishbride.com  

Is your wedding party located in different cities throughout the Country? Are you worried about having the same look for them, then today’s show is for you! Delivering what girls are asking for, and having them still feeling great the day of. Mother and Daughter duo, Kathleen Casey and Erin Casey Wolf of Bella Bridesmaids, have 55 showrooms through the country and is still growing. A franchise focusing on bridesmaid dresses, making it their expertise. Getting the effortless look is not as effortless as you would think, but having the help of the very talented Bella Bridesmaids family, makes it less complicated. Some brides regret the choice they made for their bridesmaid dresses, get the best advice to make the best choice so that your day is your fairytale. Tune in and hear what is going on today with designers, what’s new and what’s hot right now for bridesmaid’s dresses. Show Highlights: How Kathleen and Erin became a part of Bella Bridesmaids and buying the whole franchise Opening a Bella Bridesmaid Showroom Getting the bride comfortable with the decision first What to talk about at the first appointment for the dresses Colors with your wedding dresses verse décor Trends in dresses being exactly the same, different styles or different colors in one wedding party Having so many locations throughout the country The bad rep for bridesmaid dresses and managing expectations Doing the best work for the best price depending on the client and being a market expert Timeframe for shopping for the dresses to having them hanging in your closet Competitive noise in the market and not stressing out What’s coming in 2019 for Bella Bridesmaids How they chose weddings to feature Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Brideon Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Instagram: @bellabridesmaids Bella Bridesmaids website

Have you met someone wondering what do they wear this time around for a second marriage? It has become more common, and on Today’s show we will hear the best advice from experts that help guide you in the right direction of wearing what makes you feel great on your wedding day. We have the pleasure of hearing from Mark Ingram of Mark Ingram Atelier once more. Talented in fashion, Mark keeps up to date on all trends. Through time, second marriages and what to wear has completely changed. If you are all about tradition, stick with it but still wear what makes you, your best self on your wedding day. Listen in and find out Mark’s best advice. Show Highlights: Wear whatever makes you feel great on your wedding day Celebrities getting married over and over again and still having major weddings The changes in colors and second weddings back in the day Adding layers of colors to your wedding dress Marrying at an older age, and the trend of wedding dresses Looking appropriate at your wedding Be your best self on your wedding day Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Brideon Instagram The Stylish Bride Website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Instagram: @markingrambride Mark Ingram Atelier Website

Ever have any regrets about your wedding day? On today’s show, it will be a little different than the past episodes. Julie is celebrating her 17thWedding Anniversary! We will take a look back and see what really has changed with weddings in the past 17 years, and how a lot has stayed the same. Julie will not only go through some of her top regrets from her wedding, but she will also give some personal advice about the special day. As foundations of weddings have stayed the same, there are so many small details that go into planning a wedding. Knowing what Julie knows now, that she wished she knew then, join in to hear from a special guest, Julie’s husband Mike! Show Highlights: Background on Julie’s engagement Julie’s # 5 Regret, Bridesmaid dresses Paying attention to how important the bustle is Being more involved with the photographer Not doing the things everyone tells you to do Whom to include in the wedding party Inviting kids to the wedding from the other point of view The significance of hiring a Wedding planner A few things that Julie and Mike did right for their wedding Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.

On today’s show, Julie talks with Giselle Ghofrani from Dress Doctor about dress fittings, and things to help if your dress ends up being too big. Some brides change weight as they plan their wedding due to stress, and some just want room to dance, and jump around. Either way, there are ways to have a great fitting dress that will hold its shape and not become unmanageable as the wedding goes on! Show Highlights: First dress fitting 6-8 weeks before event Consultation and come back for 3 fittings Know your body, and discuss with the seamstress If alterations are more than standard find someone that does more custom alterations Waist belts in the dress Practice sitting down, and moving around in dress at fittings Dress grows with your body as time goes Grosgrain, get one inch wide, and what to do with it Don’t recommend safety pins inside of the dress Strapless dresses Felina longline bra’s Your fitter should help with what you would need for your dress undergarments Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: Dress Doctor Website Dress Doctor Instagram Felina Corset The Stylish Brideon Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast.

Do you let stress get the best of you when it comes to having your photo taken? Today’s guest will help you navigate looking great in your photographs. As a fine art photographer, he is there to think for you and knows how to capture the perfect photos. Jose Villa of Jose Villa Photography finds the beauty in everyone and helps brides look and feel amazing on their wedding day. Starting out when he was only 19 years old, he found his passion for photography in high school. Graduating with a degree in photography, Jose knew all along what he wanted in life. Shooting his weddings with only film brings such beautiful images to life. Listen in and hear about his new presets he has been working on as well to help save time! Show Highlights: Background on Jose’s life and getting into his passion The process Jose uses to get familiar with the couples Why Jose only shoots film What it takes to create great photographs Communicating with the couples Jose’s secrets on how to look great in a photo How intrinsic photo shoots are Jose’s take on photoshopping Paying attention to setting up the environment for the shoot How Jose advises his brides of what photographs best How different wedding dress materials are better with different settings Advice for people who hate having their photos taken Presets Jose is working on right now that save time Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Instagram: @josevilla Jose Villa Website

Are you a bride who doesn’t want to sacrifice the experience of gown shopping for a designer gown, but also doesn’t want to spend too much on your wedding dress? On today’s show, we find out that you can still walk down the aisle in the perfect couture dress, without breaking the bank. Thanks to Ana and Jacquelyn for coming together and finding out there was a need in the wedding gown industry for pre-owned designer wedding gowns and providing this much needed service. Ana and Jacquelyn are founders and owners of Our Story Bridal in New York City, a luxury wedding dress consignment and resale boutique. They know that all brides dream of looking their best for the big day, and a discount on high end designer dresses allows more brides to enjoy their dream wedding dress. Ana and Jacquelyn knew that each dress tells its own story, but that a dress can have multiple stories. Listen in to hear more about their boutique, and how it differentiates from other resale boutiques. Show Highlights: Why and how Ana and Jacquelyn started their boutique Three types of brides Ana and Jacquelyn target Providing alterations on site in the boutique and why it is so important Customizing gowns for brides making each dress their own Not sacrificing the experience of gown shopping in order to find a great deal Differentiating their boutique from other boutiques Evaluating dresses and the process Wedding dress trends that are popular right now How most dress problems can be fixed Selling, and buying back a dress after the wedding Accepting dresses from all over the world Tips for brides when shopping at their boutique and the average discount they offer Benefiting from the resale community right now Walking out of the boutique with confidence Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Brideon Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Our Story Bridalon Instagram Our Story Bridal website

If you’ve ever wondered just how far brides will go to have the perfect wedding dress, then today’s show is just for you! Styling a bride goes far beyond the dress choice and there’s no one more capable of sharing her best practices for building a successful business styling brides than Beth Chapman. Beth Chapman founded The White Dress by the Shore bridal boutique and has set the standard for what a great dress shopping experience should be. Beth has also branched out to create a consulting business around helping other bridal boutique owners have a successful business. Beth has truly raised the bar for the level of service that she provides to brides, and that’s one of her keys to success. Listen in to hear more about the current trends that Beth is seeing in bridal fashion. Show Highlights: How Beth started her boutique Why Beth started a consulting business to help other bridal salon owners Key to success that have helped Beth’s business grow The Princess effect and how it’s changed her business Wedding dress trends that are popular right now Customizing gowns can provide creative alternative to “off the rack” Brands of gowns that are currently popular Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Brideon Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Instagram: @bethchapmanstyling Beth Chapman’s Website

On today’s show, Julie talks with Shelley Brown, the fashion editor of The Knot Magazine. We will get to hear all about what they saw at Bridal Market last week. Trends, things that Shelley loved, and all of the new designs brides need to pay attention to is what Julie and Shelley are discussing today! Show Highlights: Background on Shelley and how she got into bridal What Shelley loves about Bridal What Shelley does as at the Magazine Shelley does about a dozen a year of fashion shoots How Bridal Market plays into Shelley’s Job Trends that Shelley saw emerge from this market last week Trends coming from the Wedding from Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank Having convertible dresses save time during weddings Color was in the market, such as colorful embellishments showing up in collections Botanical designs this season Reem Acra collection and shows Some Collections Shelley loved Accessories at the Bridal Market Shelley’s next photo shoot One dress can inform a whole story for a photo shoot Having the photo shoots be aspirational but still relatable Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Shelley Brown Instagram: @shelley_brown_

We’re on the cusp of COUTURE NYC Bridal Market, and we have so much to talk about in preparation for the show. It’s Julie’s 27th market, and she still can’t wait for it to get started! On today’s show, Julie talks with Alexandra Macon from Over the Moon. We get to hear how her career got started to how Alexandra built Over the Moon. Alexandra shares with us her favorite bridal fashion trends and what she hopes to see more of at the Market! Show Highlights: Where Alexandra started her career How Alexandra decided she wanted to be a managing editor Working with Vogue Alexandra talks about Vogue.com How Alexandra built “Over the Moon” How to submit your wedding Real time weddings Heavy fashion presence on Vogue.com Over the Moon is more “couple next door” Social Media is very important today Featuring collections on Over the Moon What Alexandra would like to see more of Alexandra would like to see more unexpected things on fashion Creating instagramable moments Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: The Stylish Brideon Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast. Over the Moon Website Vogue.com

On today’s show, Julie talks with Mark Ingram of Mark Ingram Atelier. Mark has one of the best eyes in the industry for selecting dresses. The topic of today's show is trunk shows. They can be critical in finding your dress, and some brides don’t even know what they are. Show Highlights: What a trunk show is Why it is important to know what a trunk show is Some information on the bridal market How trunk shows travel How to find out when and where they are happening Brides need to check store websites Brides can check on them through social media Appointments book up quick, weeks in advanced Hints on trunk shows from one designer in one weekend How brides make sure what they have their hearts set on will be there Why some dresses do not come to the trunk show What the process of a trunk show is Trunk show dresses are only there for the weekend and why Brides need to be ready to buy Book trunk shows early so can come back again if needed Why Trunk shows have changed the industry Timing for all designers are different Dresses can come in differently to the trunk show Trunk shows happen all year round but most near buying period Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle! Links Mentioned in the Show: Mark Ingram Atelier Website Mark Ingram Atelier Instagram The Stylish Bride on Instagram The Stylish Bride website Subscribe to The Stylish Bride Podcast