Be Prepared to be Wowed! with Adina's Bridal

When I came across Adina's Bridal and saw the dresses I immediately thought this is exactly how I envision DIY weddings! Unique, gorgeous, styles to fit every bride, and prices that fit well within a frugal DIY wedding budget.

 DIY Garden Wedding

 DIY Vinyard Wedding

 DIY Beach Wedding

 DIY Woodland Wedding

You can find top designer names at Adina's Bridal like J. Crew, BHLDN, and Adrianna Papell. If you are all about scoring an amazing deal you can even find sample gowns from Justin Alexander, Coco Anais, Tara Keely, & others! One of the best things about browsing Adina's Bridal shop is that you will also find bridesmaid dresses, cover-ups, shoes, bridal accessories & lingerie. I seriously can't get enough of these styles and the look that can be created with the stunning selection in this shop. There are so many cookie cutter online wedding dress boutiques but this is one that stands out with amazing style.

Just look at what is trending on Instagram...

When you are browsing be sure to check out the Event Dresses! I seriously want them all!!!! Such an eclectic collection ranging from vintage to modern... I LOVE it :) I have said it before with many wedding trends and wedding locations and I will say it again in this regard. If I was getting re-married (to my husband of course) and planning another wedding I would be purchasing my bridal gown and bridesmaid dresses at Adina's Bridal.

Just look how amazing some of these dresses are in real weddings!

If you are in the Los Angeles, CA area and are interested in trying on any of the dresses that Adina's Bridal sells, you can contact them to schedule an appointment HERE!

And I wasn't joking about the accessories; Adina's Bridal has the most amazing collection of accessories I have ever seen! Even if you don't get your wedding gown here, the accessories are a must have! Look at just some of the amazing finds from head to toe...

 

I envy all you brides to be... swoon!

Wedding Quickie! - iDO Decor Options App

After this Wedding Quickie! you are going to want to download this app and try it out for yourself! As you know there is an over abundance of wedding apps available ranging from "saved my life" when planning a wedding to "totally useless". Well here is one that will come in handy when you begin planning your wedding decor, especially your reception! Todd Hadaway with The Cover Girlz have created an App called iDO - Decor Options which allows users to select chair covers, sashes, knots, table linens, napkins and change the color or material to then visualize the overall look in the reception space with the use of the camera. 

This app is available on both iPhone and Android phones along with tablets! You can find it by searching "iDO Decor" in an app search on your phone. Click on the video below to see how it works; the most exciting part is after making all the selections you can visualize it live in the room with your camera and you can even take a screenshot to share with your wedding party.

iDO - Decor Options has just been launched so you can follow along with the latest news on the iDO Facebook Page and download it here:

For iPhone
For Android

iDO will allow the bride and groom-to-be to see several different views of the decor concentrating on the table linens and chairs covers; while using the app you can change:

- Chair Cover Material and Color
- Sash Material and Color
- Table Linen Color
- Napkins Color
- Table Set Up
- Background

The background can be turned off and the table and chair covers will appear to be in the room you are standing in; then take a picture and share it, as simple as that! This will save you from bringing in a variety of linens to the venue to try to envision what it will look like using just one table or chair to get an idea. I know this app is going to be a useful tool for brides-to-be and can't wait to see how it expands as a wedding planning tool!

You can turn this...

 Into THIS!

Now go download that app!

 

Wedding Quickie! - Take Your Pick... Wedding Planning Resources

In this Wedding Quickie! you will find some great resources that will help you plan your wedding day; from online resources, books, wedding planners, and even untapped resources amongst your friends and family. In the many years that I have been wedding obsessed I have come across a lot of great resources that helped me plan my own wedding and have come in handy helping others. Here are some great options to explore:

 Online Wedding Planning Resources

Organize, plan, and do it yourself with these great online wedding planning tools.

 Have a Pinboard Created Just for You!

 Wedding Planning Books

For those who love the feeling of a book in their hands there are many wedding planning book options you can purchase that will help you get started.

Professional Wedding Planning Advice is a book that features 19 interviews with wedding professionals from the city of Los Angeles. In the book you will find interviews with professionals in the wedding industry including a wedding planner, an officiant, a bakery, an invitation designer and so on.

Practical Wedding: Creative Ideas for Planning a Beautiful, Affordable, and Meaningful Celebrations is a book that helps you create the wedding you want—without going broke or crazy in the process. In this refreshing guide, expert Meg Keene shares her secrets to planning a beautiful celebration that reflects your taste and your relationship.

All the Essentials Wedding Planner: The Ultimate Tool for Organizing Your Big Day is a book with expert advice from in-demand wedding planner Alison Hotchkiss combines to-do lists, sample floor plans, downloadable templates, and gorgeous design by Hello!Lucky, in this essential tool for organizing a picture-perfect wedding.

 Advice from a Seasoned Bride

Everyone knows someone who has been married; maybe you have a friend or family member who has a knack for planning and organizing; or you attended a wedding that had great details or even one that was not your cup of tea. Use all the resources and examples around you as reference for your wedding day planning and don't be hesitant to ask for help... you might be surprised at the skills your aunt or best friend has when it comes to planning or DIY crafting!