Rustic Weddings - Something Blue Bridal Boutique - Holly Michigan

by Dayna

For all of the rustic/barn wedding lovers out there, the fall season could not be more perfect for your wedding style.  Fall brings all the beauty and less heat than a summer wedding, allowing, you, the bride, to enjoy the outdoors without melting in your dress. The natural colors of the changing leaves will bring in breathtaking beauty that can be reflected in your centerpieces with perhaps a wreath or a bouquet of wildflowers.  Many other popular decorations involve the use of vines, acorns, pinecones, leaves (of course!), pumpkins, and gourds.

For the couple that wants to bring in some warm familiarities of the fall season and the memories of picking apples they can serve hot cider, hot chocolate, donuts, or candied apples. Just remember brides, allow your wedding to reflect your personality and have fun with it!  There are many sophisticated and fun ways to decorate your big day without it looking like a part of Thanksgiving Day.

Some inspiring sites with great ideas that I have found are: greenweddingshoes.com, stylemepretty.com, and marthastewartweddings.com.

One Dress, Two Styles

For some brides, one dress is simply not enough for their wedding day.  With so many options out there, short, long, high-low, poofy, glam, etc. you might find two that fit perfect you; one for the ceremony, the other for the reception.  Oftentimes tradition comes into play for the ceremony and the reception is where your personality can shine through, making you want to change it up and perhaps be more comfortable.  Designers have been thinking about brides like you who want options and more than one dress option at an affordable price.  Here, in our store, we have a dress by Alfred Angelo that provides the length for the traditional wedding ceremony and a little fun at the reception for later without you having to change entirely or even buy a second dress altogether.  This dress is two pieces, take off the skirt piece and wa-la, you now have a short, knee length dress perfect for still looking fabulous, able to dance till you drop, no bustle needed, and no friends to help hold up your dress while you use the restroom!  And it oftentimes looks like an entirely dress giving you a fresh new look during your wedding!

-Dayna

Seen here:: 

Alfred Angelo style 2219

*Sample is currently on sale! White - Size 18 - Was $825 - Now Only $577.50 + tax!

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Something Blue Bridal Boutique

www.somethingblue4u.com

211 South Saginaw Street

Holly, Michigan 48442

248.634.4500

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo

Alfred Angelo Bridal Collection

Forever Yours Bridal Collection

Alfred Angelo & Forever Yours Maids

Something Blue . . .

The famous saying goes a little like this:
Something old, something new
Something borrowed, something blue
And a silver sixpence in her shoe
But what does all of this mean and why do brides do it?
Collectively throughout a variety of resources, wikipedia’s, Wedding Bee, The Knot, The Feminist Bride,  Weddingguideuk.com,  and Martha Stewart, all agree on the first two lines, many provide different historical origins for the last line, however all agree on the meaning.
Something Old refers to the continuity with the bride’s family and the past.
Something New refers to the optimism for the future.
Something Borrowed symbolizes happiness or borrowed happiness from a happily married friend or family member.  It is believed that by borrowing the object from a happily married couple that it will carry over into the new bride’s life.
Something blue represents purity, love, and fidelity.  According to MarthaStewart.com the color blue has historically been worn by the Romans to symbolize modesty, love, and fidelity.  In the Biblical sense, the color blue has also represented purity with the Virgin Mary always in blue.  Throughout the ages, with the color blue has represented love, purity, and fidelity, brides used to be wed in blue until the late 19th century.
A silver sixpence is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity to the new couple, not only financially but also in joy and happiness.  The history on this tradition is a little hazier.  Some sites say that it is a British custom, while others say it is Scottish and originated as the groom’s tradition.  How it ended up as a bride carrying on the tradition, who knows?
Now that you know the history on the saying, you are probably wondering when did this saying even pop up?  That is generally unknown, but believed to have been commonly recited in the Victorian Era.  Martha Stewart’s site also brings up an interesting point which indicates to the time period of the saying.  The sixpence was only minted from 1551-1967 which means the saying likely started (at least the tail part of the saying) sometime in 1551 or later.
So what can you do to bring this rhyme’s good fortune into your life?
Old: Finding a vintage piece of jewelry from a grandparent or possibly an old family owned handkerchief wrapped around the bride’s flowers.
New:  Some women consider their wedding gown as their “new” item.  It could be a new pair of shoes, piece of jewelry or hair clip, or perhaps a “new” “blue” garter (that’s a two for one ladies! J).  For many brides they are wearing several new items and that is an easy one to accomplish.
Something Borrowed: This item must be given back after the wedding, but perhaps the wedding gown itself, or something else with meaning between the bride and the family member or friend.
Something Blue: The bride could wrap a blue ribbon around her flowers, wear blue lingerie, paint her nails or toe nails blue, have a blue flower in her bouquet, sew blue into the dress on the inside, or I have seen “I DO” bling to go on the back underneath the shoes on the soles in blue.
A sixpence has been replaced with a dime, a penny, or you can purchase sentimental sixpence special for weddings.
Any other fun suggestions?  Let us know!

Something Blue Bridal Boutique

www.somethingblue4u.com

211 South Saginaw Street

Holly, Michigan 48442

248.634.4500

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo

Alfred Angelo Bridal Collection

Forever Yours Bridal Collection

Alfred Angelo & Forever Yours Maids

Alfred Angelo Trunk Show

It’s been a little bit since the last post…but with our upcoming trunk show, it got me thinking....how did trunk shows come about?  In general, it’s not as easy to find as I hoped.  But, with my quick bit of research, I found out, which makes total sense to me, that according to both dinnertopics.com and willowsonwillows.blogspot.com that trunk shows came about from travelling salesmen selling their inventory out of a trunk.  This would make sense given that trunks were what people used to use as luggage a hundred plus years ago.

Now –a-days the name has stuck, but it’s not all of someone’s inventory, or even in a trunk at all at trunk shows.  Today trunk shows are used for a couple of reasons.   In general, a trunk show is a great way for a designer to see how receptive their target market it to the upcoming seasons designs.  If they find that a particular garment is not selling well, they won’t need to mass produce it.  On the retail end of things, it is a great way for a retailer to find out what is selling well and what to order and keep in stock.   Particularly in the bridal industry it is nice because many times the boutique cannot get the entire season’s inventory in the store, so this helps to bring in gowns that are not usually found in the store, which is also fun for the bride too.  In general, a trunk show is a fun to see what is selling and needs to be produced or ordered depending on which branch you are in in the wide and fun world of fashion! 

Hopefully we will see you at our Alfred Angelo Trunk Show June 22-24 having as much fun as we are planning to have with it!

-Dayna

Something Blue Bridal Boutique 

211 South Saginaw Street | Holly, Michigan | 48442

248.634.4500 | www.somethingblue4u.com 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo 

Modern Vintage by Alfred Angelo 

Alfred Angelo Collection & Alfred Angelo Sapphire 

Forever Yours Bridal International 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Maidens 

Modern Vintage Bridesmaids 

Alfred Angelo & Forever Yours Maids, Juniors & Flower Girl 

Destination Gowns

During these warm summer months people are always thinking about their vacation getaways.  And some couples are thinking about these vacation-getaways as a time to get to married too.  It’s a nice way to mix in something special with a trip that was already bound to be memorable.

 If a beach paradise is where your dream wedding is or maybe an “Up North” nature feel is more of your style, then fear not!  We have dresses here in the store for you!  There are the traditional “destination” wedding dresses that are short, as well as the dresses that are light and airy. But keep in mind brides, that if you want the destination wedding, but not typical “destination” dress, that can be arranged.  Just because you want the destination doesn’t mean you have to stick to the confines of the stereotypical dresses.  Remember that as long as you feel great in the dress you want in the location you want, you will shine all the more brightly on this important and special day!

-Dayna

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Something Blue Bridal Boutique 

211 South Saginaw Street | Holly, Michigan | 48442

248.634.4500 | www.somethingblue4u.com 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo 

Modern Vintage by Alfred Angelo 

Alfred Angelo Collection & Alfred Angelo Sapphire 

Forever Yours Bridal International 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Maidens 

Modern Vintage Bridesmaids 

Alfred Angelo & Forever Yours Maids, Juniors & Flower Girl 

Award fit for a Princess

Something Blue Bridal of Holly wins award fit for a princess

By KATHY BLAKE

The award-winning bridal boutique showcases Alfred Angelo’s Disney Fairy Tale Weddings and Modern Vintage bridal gowns.Something Blue Bridal Boutique was recently awarded 2012 WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Award for best Dress and Attire.

WeddingWire.com is a website for all things bridal-related, made up of 200,000 wedding professionals found throughout the United States and Canada. Something Blue Bridal Boutique was recognized among the top five percent of those wedding professionals. The awards are given to those who continually give great service, quality and responsiveness within the wedding industry. Something Blue Bridal Boutique stood out and won because of phenomenal reviews by recent newlywed clients.

Nicole Kalil, owner of Something Blue, said, “We’d gotten quite a few good reviews. They like our service and attention to detail. There were only a handful of businesses in Michigan that were selected.”

Kalil opened the business two years ago and said that it is quite an honor to receive the award, especially for being a relatively new business. “That makes me feel good, like I’m doing something right,” said Kalil.

The exclusivity of Alfred Angelo’s Disney Fairy Tale Weddings has been drawing in brides-to-be from miles around who are enchanted with the idea of their own princess wedding. The collection has also piqued brides-to-be interest as they search for a way to capture the nostalgic beauty on their wedding day.

“All brides want to feel and look like a princess on their special day and I’m delighted to offer such a collection at our boutique,” said Kalil, owner of Something Blue Bridal Boutique. “Many people think that in order to look like a princess that it will be costly, but the Disney inspired dresses are moderately priced and available for order for women of all shapes and sizes.”

She originally opened the shop as a consignment store and quickly saw the need to adapt to a retail boutique.

“I wanted to give girls that small (boutique) intimate experience. I like scheduling the appointments, then they have my undivided attention,” said Kalil. This allows her to focus her attention on the bride and what she desires.

“The prices really seems to resonate with brides. Gowns range in price from $599 to $1749 for wedding gowns and bridesmaids gowns are priced under $200,” said Kalil.

Something Blue has gowns for women of all shapes and sizes.

“The floor samples usually come in, in sizes 6-12,” Kalil said. “The average women’s size is 14, so I’ve been trying to get as many samples as I can that are sizes 14, 16 and up.

Here's the original Press Release by our intern, Dayna! 

An Award Fit for a Princess

by Dayna Micallef

WeddingWire’s award winning bridal boutique showcasing Alfred Angelo’s Disney Fairy Tale Weddings and Modern Vintage

HOLLY, Mich. – Something Blue Bridal Boutique was recently awarded 2012 WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards for best Dress and Attire. Helping to showcase Something Blue Bridal Boutique’s best Dress and Attire, they now carry Alfred Angelo’s exclusive collections: Disney Fairy Tale Weddings and Modern Vintage.

WeddingWire is made up of over 200,000 wedding professionals found throughout the United States and Canada with Something Blue Bridal Boutique recognized among the top 5 percent of those wedding professionals. The awards are given to those who continually give great service, quality and responsive within the wedding industry. Something Blue Bridal Boutique stood out and won because of the phenomenal reviews by recent newlywed clients.

The exclusivity of Alfred Angelo’s Disney Fairy Tale Weddings has been drawing in brides-to-be from miles around who are enchanted with the idea of their own princess wedding. Alfred Angelo’s Modern Vintage collection has also piqued brides-to-be interest as they search for a way to capture the nostalgic beauty on their wedding day.

“All brides want to feel and look like a princess on their special day and I’m delighted to offer such a collection at our boutique,” said Nicole Kalil, owner of Something Blue Bridal Boutique, “Many people think that in order to look like a princess that it will be costly, but the Disney inspired dresses are moderately priced and available for order for women of all shapes and sizes.”

Kalil likes all of her brides to feel like a princess whether they are trying on Disney princess inspired dresses on or not by taking appointments. This allows her to focus her attention on the bride and what she desires. Brides can also like Something Blue Bridal Boutique on facebook and check out Kalil’s blog posts on somethingblue4u.blogspot.com.

Something Blue Bridal Boutique has been serving the Holly area since 2009 as a privately owned business. The boutique offers a wide variety of gown styles at moderate prices and is available for women in all shapes and sizes.

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Something Blue Bridal Boutique 

211 South Saginaw Street | Holly, Michigan | 48442

248.634.4500 | www.somethingblue4u.com 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo 

Modern Vintage by Alfred Angelo 

Alfred Angelo Collection & Alfred Angelo Sapphire 

Forever Yours Bridal International 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Maidens 

Modern Vintage Bridesmaids 

Alfred Angelo & Forever Yours Maids, Juniors & Flower Girl 

Meet Dayna, Something Blue Summer Intern!

I can't believe it's almost been a month since Dayna has started interning for Something Blue! I say it's high time we introduce her to you!


Greetings!

For those who have recently visited Something Blue you may have already seen me around.  For those who haven’t, let me introduce myself: Hi! My name is Dayna and I am here as intern for Nicole for the summer.  I have been studying at Eastern Michigan University in the Apparel, Textiles, and Merchandising program.  I am very excited to be a part of Something Blue and learn from Nicole, a WeddingWire award winner for Best Dress and Attire of 2012. 

So far, I have to say, I love working here with Nicole, meeting all the brides, and helping them find the dress for their special day.  Each week, I will do my best to write a post and I always change up the window displays, among many other things.  Hopefully you will continue to check out our posts or maybe stop in! 

-Dayna

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Something Blue Bridal Boutique 

211 South Saginaw Street | Holly, Michigan | 48442

248.634.4500 | www.somethingblue4u.com 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo 

Modern Vintage by Alfred Angelo 

Alfred Angelo Collection & Alfred Angelo Sapphire 

Forever Yours Bridal International 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Maidens 

Modern Vintage Bridesmaids 

Alfred Angelo & Forever Yours Maids, Juniors & Flower Girl 

Alteration Recommendations - Holly, Michigan

While we do not directly have an in-house seamstress, we do have some great recommendations for you! 

We have been working close with both local seamstress, Kelly's Sewing Parlor, & not-so-far-away Simi of Simi's Tailoring Studio & Tuxedo Rental in Waterford. 

We have heard nothing but great things about each of these ladies. 

Here is a sample that we have on file of Simi's prices: 

General alteration fees:

Bustles ($20 each) Maximum fee for multiple bustles = $65

Bridal Hem = Maximum price $65

Pressing fee = $35

Sides (in / Out) depends on complexity = $20 to $50

Corset back added (material + labour) = $65

Cups = $15 to $20

Contact Information: 

Simi's Tailoring Studio & Tuxedo Rentals 

248.666.1014

Mon-Fri 1:30-6pm 

Sat 12-5pm

Sun - closed or by appointment

1755 Sherwin Court Suite #1, Waterford MI 48327

siminorama@gmail.com 

Kelly's Sewing Parlor

248.634.5877

Mon-Fri 10-5

Sat 10-4

Closed Thurs & Sun 

104 East Maple Street Suite #3, Holly MI 48842

If you have a good review you would like us to know about, or otherwise, please feel free to comment on this blog post or email us at somethingblue4u@gmail.com! 

"Plus-Size"

Plus size, fuller figured, curvy . . . fashion designers can call it what they will . . . but the fact remains that the average size for American women is size 14 and up.

At Something Blue Bridal Boutique we have curated a nice selection of bridal gowns sizes 14 and up and I just wanted to quickly show that even though we will continue to order larger samples that we can still accommodate a range of sizes.

The gown below is a gorgeous blush toned Forever Yours bridal gown in a size 18. I threw it on the size 6 dress form to show that it can be clamped down and fit a size 6 dress form.

Same dress . . .

Something Blue Bridal Boutique 

211 South Saginaw Street | Holly, Michigan | 48442

248.634.4500 | www.somethingblue4u.com 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo 

Modern Vintage by Alfred Angelo 

Alfred Angelo Collection & Alfred Angelo Sapphire 

Forever Yours Bridal International 

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Maidens 

Modern Vintage Bridesmaids 

Alfred Angelo & Forever Yours Maids, Juniors & Flower Girl 

the ultimate maids gown | something blue bridal boutique, holly michigan

I was so excited when I saw this gown at Market last fall! 

A gown that finally gives you & your maids some real options . . . 

And now that I'm thinking about it - you can also order this gown floor length! {{additional fee}} 

The belts can also be ordered on their own should a bride need one to dress up her gown as well! $39 - $59

I love all of our new 2012 Forever Yours inventory! Can't wait to post more about everything that has been added to the boutique in the last couple months! 

Editorial | Something Blue Bridal Boutique, Holly Michigan

WeddingWire asked us to share our top three pieces of advice to brides who are gown shopping. 

What do we wish brides knew before stepping foot in your salon & what pieces of information do I feel like I'm sharing with brides over & over again?

. . . HERE'S WHAT I HAD TO SHARE . . . 

1} Be VERY open to styles outside of your comfort zone. All too often I hear "I DO NOT want lace" -or- "NO big princess gowns for me!" . . . But I always try to advise that we wait to judge the fabric or cut until it's on your actual body. Sometimes it's more about how a gown feels once it's on as opposed to what makes up the gown. If you feel sexy & ready to walk down the aisle, then a style that once made you apprehensive may be just the ticket!

 

2} Listen to YOUR gut. It can be very overwhelming hearing what your entourage thinks about every little detail of each gown you try on. What one friend might dislike about a gown might be the one thing you really love! Often I see brides start to doubt their selection. I never want a bride slipping into her gown on her wedding day and still thinking about another gown that was really for her.

3} Don't put your gown at the bottom of your budget. I hear a lot . . . "We've already paid for the venue & catering & we're running out of budget . . . besides, I'm only wearing it for a couple hours!" While it is a few hours that can go by very quickly, your venue & food are also fleeting. All eyes will be on the happy couple & your gown all evening . . . and don't forget that your wedding photos will last a lifetime! Make sure you're in "the gown" that you'll love looking back on time & time again!

What's some advice you've learned along the way? 

Please share by commenting below & we will share on Facebook! 

-Nicole

Bridal Styling Night | Something Blue Bridal Boutique, Holly MI

Join us for bridal styling night! January 12th, 5pm - 8pm

Brides Choice Awards | Something Blue Bridal Boutique, Holly MI

We're honored to announce that we have been chosen as one of Wedding Wire's Brides Choice Awards 2012

Disney Princess Collection at Something Blue Bridal Boutique, Holly Michigan

This past week, Sarah & I had an inspiring consult with Alfred Angelo's marketing department. It was nice to have Kathy come out and personally visit our boutique, give critiques & inspire us into big improvements for the upcoming season! 

The first of which . . . we have be given the good ahead to carry Alfred Angelo's Disney Princess Collection! 

Their 2nd Collection of Disney Princess gowns will arrive at Something Blue Bridal Boutique after the New Year! 

The boutique never ceases to amaze me with the 'life-of-its-own' it has taken on! Not every store that requests this line is approved, as there are strict parameter restrictions set in place, so our Rep was very excited to finally say YES! to our request, as she has had to turn many stores down. We are very lucky & excited to be a part of such a line that is inspired by every little girls dreams!

Shown below is a sneak peek of what's to come! 

Photos courtesy of Heart Love Weddings by Alexandra Beauregard

{Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Style 214/Rapunzel} Asymmetric Draped Taffeta Gown with Twisted Pick-up Skirt, Floral Belt with Pearls & Crystals, Chapel Train. Shown in Diamond White.

{Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Style 215/Jasmine} Soft Shimmer Organza Gown with Elongated Bodice, Jewel Encrusted Neckline and Multi-Tiered Ruffle Skirt, Semi-Cathedral Train. Shown in Ivory/Silver.

{Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Style 211 Snow White} Ball gown with Folded Satin Bodice, Asymmetric Tulle Pick-Up Skirt with Self Fabric Flowers & Re-embroidered Lace Vine Motifs, Chapel Train. Shown in Ivory.

{Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Style 216/Cinderella} Strapless Form Fitting Gown with Elongated Embroidered Lace Bodice, Metallic Accents, Triple Layer Tulle Skirt, Semi-Cathedral Train. Shown in Ivory.

{Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Style 210/Ariel} One Shoulder Taffeta Gown with Cascading Organza Ruffles, Self Fabric Flowers & Feather Accents, Semi-Cathedral Train. Shown in Diamond White.

{Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Style 218 Sleeping Beauty} Gently Draped Asymmetric Organza Fit and Flare Gown, Metallic Embroidered Waist Motif with Self Fabric Rose Inspired Flowers, Chapel Train. Shown in Rose/Metallic.

{Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Style 212/Tiana} Draped Satin Mermaid Gown with Lace and Crystal Sweetheart Neckline, Organza Rosette Pick-Up Skirt, Chapel Train. Shown in Ivory.

{Disney Fairy Tale Weddings by Alfred Angelo Style 217/Belle} Jewel Encrusted Corset Bodice with Metallic Accents, Asymmetric Horsehair Grand Tiered Ball Gown Skirt, Chapel Train. Shown in Ivory/Metallic.

MAIDS 

{Disney Royal Maidens by Alfred Angelo Style 505} Fit and Flare Satin Dress with Contrast Belt. Shown in Loves First Blush/Black.

{Disney Royal Maidens by Alfred Angelo Style 508} One Shoulder Satin Sheath with Cascading Ruffle. Shown in Loves First Blush.

{Disney Royal Maidens by Alfred Angelo Style 507} Satin Cocktail Length Dress with Asymmetric Ruffle Hem. Shown in Moonlight Waltz.

{Disney Royal Maidens by Alfred Angelo Style 503} Satin Ball Gown with Draped Bodice. Shown in Moonlight Waltz.

{Disney Royal Maidens by Alfred Angelo Style 501} Luxe Taffeta Cocktail Length Dress with Pick-Up Skirt. Shown in Enchanted Glow.

{Disney Royal Maidens by Alfred Angelo Style 502} Luxe Taffeta Cocktail Length Dress with Cummerbund & Self Fabric Flower and Crystal Accents. Shown in Ever After.

{Disney Royal Maidens by Alfred Angelo Style 506S} Satin Cocktail Length Dress with Asymmetric Dropped Waist. Shown in Charcoal.

{Disney Royal Maidens by Alfred Angelo Style 504} Chiffon Cocktail Length Dress, with Shirred Neckline & Skirt, Satin Waist Band & flower Detail. Shown in Charcoal.

Which gown is your favorite!?

New Inventory | Something Blue Bridal Boutique, Holly MI

This gown just arrived today!!! 

It is so whimsy & lovely! Love that you can order the sash in over 60 colors . . . OR order this fun gown in tea length - for all you posh brides! 

{Our sample is floor length with the same colored sash shown}

This is a gown that looks amazing just the way it is . . . or we can really kick it up with a huge crinoline! 

Call Something Blue today for more information on this gown! 248-634-4500

Next gown due in: 

New Gown by Alfred Angelo | Something Blue Bridal Boutique, Holly MI

This Alfred Angelo gown arrived today! 

Such a fun & flirty gown . . . yet romantic at the same time! 

Visit Something Blue & try it on!

Style 2240
See more information on this gown HERE

vintage & modern | something blue bridal boutique, holly mi

We're you able to catch the Alfred Angelo maids video on our Facebook!?

If not, view it again below!

The first 8 gowns will be here in January from Alfred Angelo's 2012 VINTAGE & MODERN LINE
{Two of my favorite words!}

The last 7 gowns shown are already in the boutique!

We're also seeing bridal gowns showcased as well . . .

This first gown just makes my jaw drop! 

Can't wait to order it next fall!!

Gowns shown at the following time marks are already on their way to the boutique: 

1:04, 1:09, & 1:28

IN OTHER NEWS: 

In honor of Cyber Monday we're starting to post items for purchase straight from our website. 

A selection of our veils have been posted . . . stay connected & watch our online orderable inventory grow!

VIEW VEILS HERE

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We're starting to see some photos back from the stylized shoot with Allison G. Emmerling Photography & Jenny Lane Studios

Click HERE to see Allison's photos & HERE to see Jenny's!

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Something Blue is getting great reviews on WeddingWire!
All reviews left before November 30th will be entered to win $50 towards Nina Shoes from Something Blue!

HURRY! Only 2 days left at the chance to win!

Review Something Blue Bridal Boutique

Here's one of our latest reviews ~

"Something Blue and owner Nicole are simply AMAZING! I first visited the adorable bridal boutique over the summer with my bridesmaids and was blown away by the selection of dresses, accessories, and mostly by the fact that Nicole gave us her undivided attention during the entire appointment. It was a such fun afternoon for my girls to try on a bunch of dresses, with Nicole offering her expertise every step of the way. I visited shortly thereafter to look for a dress for myself and again, was so impressed by Nicole and the selection of bridal gowns! Nicole offered lots of suggestions and helped me find the perfect dress - and had tissues on hand for my and my Mom's happy tears! It has been a real joy working with Nicole, she is talented and clearly has a passion for her bridal boutique business. I look forward to working with her for additional services she offers including invites and seating charts! I would absolutely recommend Something Blue to any bride that is hoping for a fun, unique, and memorable dress shopping experience!!"

Thanks Elizabeth!

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During our Alfred Angelo trunk show this past summer, bride Michelle visited from Canada to take advantage of our trunk show specials! 

She choose style 1719 in Ivory with Jade trim! 

See more about this style HERE

Curvy Ladies | Something Blue Bridal Boutique - Holly MI

Loving our new curvy mannequin . . . the perfect way to show off our curvy gowns!

We have more than a handful of size 16 & up bridal gowns coming in from Forever Yours, Alfred Angelo & Ella Rosa for 2012!

Shown above - Bridal Gown: Alfred Angelo style 1148 in white, Maids Dress: Alfred Angelo style 7194 in Viola, Bridal Belt: Custom Made

News & Updates | Something Blue Bridal Boutique, Holly Michigan

THE SAMPLE SALE!

It's the sample sale, sale! Something Blue Bridal Boutique is like a giant sample sale everyday, but on July 8th & 9th it will be a sale on top of a sale!

Gowns will be marked down to $100, $200, $300, $400, $500 & so on . . .
Prices include tax!

And even though I think the 'Running of the Brides' at Filene's Closet in NJ sounds like a hoot - I will be keeping it by appointment only. Each appointment will only last an hour & will only be allowed one guest to join the bride.

If this is something you think you would like to take advantage of, please visit our websites contact page to schedule your appointment - www.somethingblue4u.com, or if you have additional questions, please feel free to email me at somethingblue4u@gmail.com

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DETROIT A-LIST

Something Blue Bridal Boutique is in the running for 'Best Wedding Dresses' on Detroit's A-List! 

*If you've voted for Something Blue in the previous '4 the Best' competition, use your old login & passwords!

Click the link below to vote for Something Blue!

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I appreciate everyone that takes the time to vote!

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ROYAL WEDDING GOWN

Something Blue's sample of the Kate Middleton inspired bridal gown will be here this week!

Here is what it will look like, however - I think it will be way prettier in person!

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FACEBOOK

You may have noticed I haven't been blogging as much . . . mostly because it's so easy to update & share on Facebook. 

Be sure to check out our fan page to see all the happenings around Something Blue Bridal Boutique!

You don't have to be on Facebook to see Something Blue's page, just make sure to bookmark it or save the page in your favorites if you'd like to return again & again!

Click the link below!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Something-Blue-4-U/243135010183

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BEYOND THE DRESS

I've been assisting brides with more than just the dress recently!

I've created custom hair pieces for some, designed invitations & programs for others, and have even been attending on the day of the wedding & helping get the bride down the aisle!

If you think you might be interested in any of my additional services, please feel free to email me at somethingblue4u@gmail.com & look for more information coming to the website soon!

Bride, Tammy, on her big day! 

I delivered her gown to her the day of her wedding. Got her in it, laced her up & gave any wrinkles a final steam! I assisted with her veil & accessories & was there to help with anything else that I could . . . including the bridesmaid who had two children in the wedding party as well . . . 

naturally - one was crying & they both needed to hurry & get dressed . . . I was there to help!

 It's nice to have someone to just take orders or take matters into their own hands as they arise. 

I love my brides, I love weddings . . . it's a natural fit!

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