Upcoming Trunk Shows

• January 14-15: Monique Lhuillier Bliss

• January 27-29: Watters
  

• February 4-5: Marisa

• March 3-5: Melissa Sweet

• April 28-30: Lazaro

• May 6-7: Jim Hjelm

Tips When Shopping for a Wedding Dress

When to Start Shopping for Your Wedding Dress Give yourself ample time to plan- generally the rule of thumb is that you need to order your gown at least six months before your wedding. So you should ideally start shopping for your gown nine months or more before your wedding. (If you don't have this much time, it's okay, just budget for some rush charges).

Plan Ahead Take a few minutes to think about what you want. It will be helpful when you enter the maze of wedding dresses out there to know what your budget is, any details that are essential (i.e. I must have a full skirt, or my arms must be covered), and an idea of how traditional you want your dress to be. After all, if really a teal pantsuit would work best for you, it's probably not worth your time to sort through racks of flouncy white gowns.

Be Comfortable! On your wedding day, you'll want to look great, but you'll also want to be comfortable- it will be hard to dance and laugh (not to mention posing for all those pictures) if you're tugging your dress up or have boning jutting into your ribs.

First- consider which wedding dress is most appropriate to your day – for example, consider a shorter tea-length or cocktail length dress for a beach wedding. If you're the type who likes to dance with her hands in the air, and anticipates doing the limbo, perhaps a strapless dress is not the one for you. Look for wedding dresses with removable sleeves or straps to give you the widest range of options.

A Dress that Fits Your Body Well Think about your body type and what kinds of dresses generally look good on you. Take a look at what you regularly wear that makes you feel confident and beautiful, and then look for a wedding dress with similar lines.

Most of all, remember this is your wedding day. Wear whatever makes you comfortable and feels like you. And have fun shopping for your wedding dress. It should be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Holiday Special!

Photo of the Day

We just adore this cute photo and love the brides dress by Melissa Sweet (whom we carry!). So sweet and adorable!

Trend Alert: A Touch of Color!

One of the biggest trends going on these days that we love are brides with colored shoes! It is simply adorable. It is a great way for a bride to wear a touch of her wedding colors while keeping her dress the traditional white or ivory. And the best part is you can always wear your shoes again! 

Watters & Wtoo Preview Party & Trunk Show

Tomorrow, November 11, 2010 we will be having a Watters & Wtoo Collection Preview Party in our store! Come see their beautiful gowns from their Spring 2011 collection. You don't want to miss out on these great gowns! The party is at our store at 2438 W. Anderson Lane Austin, TX 78757 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. RSVP to jessica@serendipitybridal.com.

On Friday and Saturday we will be having our Watters & Wtoo Trunk show in the store. If you can't make it to the party, call for your appointment to try the gowns on for yourself. We would love to see you there!

Below is an interview with Maria Prince, Vice President of Watters, on their new Spring 2011 collection...

Your Wedding: That one moment in time when the memories, hopes, and dreams of all who have come before guide you down the aisle and into a world that is new, vibrant, and yet to be lived.

Your Bridal Gown: Layers of delicate lace reflecting an old world charm in a gown instantly fresh, young… and distinctly you. The old handing the future over to the new… It’s your wedding day, and you look amazing!

“The past represents so many wonderful traditions, not only in fashion but in all aspects of life,” says Maria Prince, Vice-President for Watters bridal gowns. “To us, it is all about taking what was important and swirling this together with what is modern and original.”

Blending of vintage has been a constant in the Watters collections, and their Spring 11 line carries this tradition forward for their next generation of brides. This year the Watters’ designers selected vintage ingredients such as laces and ribbons, and used techniques such as hand-rolled flowers and delicate beaded embroidery patterns, combing them with contemporary fabrics and shapes to create an array of magical once-upon-a-time gowns.

Layering of fabrics definitely plays a part in the Spring 11 Watters line. Tulle over silk taffeta and embroidery over washed-silk organzas lend to a very romantic look. Brides will also find layers of laces with subtle floral designs and other inspirations from nature.

Our designers remain aware, embracing all that is around us, as so many elements play into a design,” says Maria. “Our teams pour over design books from years past, unearthing treasures from boutiques across the globe.” She adds that the 1950s and 1960s remain particularly inspiring as the silhouettes then were graceful, ladylike, and offered such great detail.

The Spring 11 line is a culmination of 23 years of passion for what the Watters team does. “Our designs continue to evolve. We are always challenging ourselves to go further, to reach new heights when it comes to bridal gown design,” continues Maria. “Our goal is to make each bride feel fabulous on her big day. Our designs for Spring 11 certainly set the stage for each bride to be radiant as she steps onto the aisle.”

Maria’s advice to today’s brides as they begin searching for that one gown for that one day: “Follow your heart. Your gown is a reflection of your most beautiful self. Stay true to your instincts.”

Serendipity Bridal is so excited to offer our brides this opportunity to preview the Watters Spring 2011 gowns. Please join us on Thursday evening, November 11, for the preview as well as food, drink, and an opportunity to meet and visit with Watters Vice-President Maria Prince. RSVP to Jessica@serendipitybridal.com.

Then, join us again on Saturday, November 13 for the Watters trunk show! Serendipity serves mimosas and freshly baked cookies to our patrons throughout the day each Saturday.

We hope to see you there!

Blush by Jim Hjelm Trunk Show

Hello ladies! November is the month of trunk shows for Serendipity. This weekend we have the Blush line in town. These dresses are young and fresh with clean lines and fun colored sashes!

To make your appointment call us at 512.374.9492. We hope to see you there!