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FrouFrou Le Bleu

Vintage Inspirations for a Modern Day Bride

Categories: Dresses and Accessories, Vintage Inspired Fashion

Up and coming bridal designer Lela Rose is all about romantic ethereal meets chic renaissance!

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Hello lovely readers! I am back! It’s been a while and I apologize for the wait! Have missed you all and my world of froufrou and something bleu!! What can I say, the craziness of life and mommy-hood got me again. Am excited to keep posting and excited to get started again!

So, I wanted to share that I am just discovering and loving everything I’m seeing about designer Lela Rose. Her dreamy bridal line is just to die for and definitely swoon worthy! All of her pieces are the perfect combination of classic yet modern, and I am sure would make an absolute “to die for” impact on your wedding day! Think Downton abbey with a little modern twist. Loving the higher necklines, the exquisite lace work, the structure in some dresses and then flow ethereal lines in others. Really up my street and I am sure yours too if you are reading my blog!!

A little about this new fabulous designer…

Lela Rose’s Spring Bridal Collections lends themselves to the early 19th century pulling inspiration from Scottish illustrator, Jessie M. King. King was widely recognized for her unique children’s drawings most specifically her intricate ink work. Timeless and feminine, the collection features corded lace, crystal dusted embroidery, and hand crafted matelassé. Youthful yet romantic, the collection evokes a soft, enchanting feeling.

Please enjoy some of her incredibly chic loveliness below & quite a few of my personal favorites…

Enjoy!

xoxo,

Kirstin @ Froufrou Le Bleu

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Categories: Dresses and Accessories

Fabulous Vintage Inspired Bridal by Gwendolynne!

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I could not help but post these gorgeous dresses by Australian designer Gwendolynne! I don’t know what took me so long, these dresses are right up my street!!

So vintage feeling, elegant and chic!

A little about this fabulous designer and her line..

“Gwendolynne Burkin has established herself as one of Australia’s fashion purists; she works with intuition, avoids fashion trends, and remains true to her own sense of style and obsession with creating beautiful unique, vintage style designs.
Gwendolynne’s design approach explores tradition in a modern context, each collection evolving in a well-versed blend of historical references.

Combining delicate fabric with antique-style trimmings, Gwendolynne’s pieces are ladylike without appearing over the top – the styling is elegant, sensual and romantic.
Gwendolynne’s intuitive approach to her work has resulted in a unique signature look with details that include luxurious couture hand embellishment (some featuring fresh water pearls and Swarovski crystals) and exclusive fabrics (such as French, Swiss and Italian lace).

Gwendolynne’s relentless pursuit of timeless beauty appeals to contemporary brides who want to invest in designs that can be worn again.
To complete the look, headpieces, veils, shoes and accessories can also be created. Long-term collaborator milliner Richard Nylon is situated exclusively at Gwendolynne’s salon and can tailor pieces to coordinate perfectly with Gwendolynne’s designs.

“I love working with beautiful exclusive fabrics and designing my own embellishments. My design philosophy is to create timeless beauty; I choose to work in small quantities in order to maintain quality, exclusivity and longevity.” ” – from the website of Gwendolynne herself!

Beautiful!

XOXO,

Kirstin @ FrouFrou Le Bleu

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Credits – gwendolynne website

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Categories: Dresses and Accessories, Uncategorized, Vintage Inspired Fashion

Jenny Packham Fall 2014 Bridal Fashion Show. A gorgeous and dreamy vintage inspired season..

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Jenny Packham 2014.

I have always loved Jenny’s bridal wear! When I was living in England in 2005, I tried on several of her dresses and ended up going for a vintage dress re-designed, but her dresses are SO gorgeous & I will never forget the fit. The way they drape your curves is just sinfully gorgeous! Such grace, elegance and old hollywood dreamy-ness! One cannot help but love and adore her work and craftsmanship.  The thing I love most about Jenny Packham is her subtle use of shimmer, sparkle and sheerness as well as the ladylike quality of her designs. Also, having lived in England and being able to experience the feel of her dresses myself,  it makes me proud to see a British designers do so well across the pond! Good for her!

Enjoy these stunning pics of her show. I also included a little hair and makeup close up at the bottom because that really stuck with me…her look at the show was reminiscent of the old world paintings of the renaissance yet kind of that 70’s studio 54 cool, lots of romantic curls and lots of big hair, a few bobs too!!! Being a naturally wavy and curly hair’d gal myself…made me proud to see all those big flowing locks. Love it!

Gorgeous industrial space, love the lighting!!

An industrial New York venue was transformed into a tree lined boulevard at dusk, setting the scene for Jenny Packham’s latest collection of romantically soft, feminine designs. Intricate, light beading, delicate embellishment and clean, understated silhouettes played homage to an Edwardian inspiration, whilst romantically volumous ballerina skirts, graceful tulle sleeves and elegantly exposed backs brought to mind a very modern bride, evoking scenes of a chic European destination wedding. 

Enjoy the dresses!

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Hair Spotlight – Make it big!

Loving the big luminous wavy hair Jenny chose for the show!!

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Enjoy! Happy Planning!

XOXO,

Kirstin @FrouFrou Le Bleu

 

 

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Categories: Dresses and Accessories, Vintage Inspired Weddings

Channel your inner “Old Hollywood Royal Glam” Bride with Elie Saab’s stunning dresses at his Paris Haute Couture show Spring Summer 2014

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Ok I cannot stand how gorgeous these dresses are by Elie Saab at the Paris Couture Show 2104, I just had to post!! I love them and this show was absolutely amazing!

For anyone hoping for a traffic-stopping wedding, Elie Saab had much to offer in his Spring/Summer haute couture collection A master of red-carpet dressing. Elie dresses all the celebs for all the awards shows and you can see why…

The 19th century Paris Bourse, or historic stock exchange, seemed fittingly grand for Saab’s opulent cocktail dresses and gowns. The bride, a standard feature at haute couture shows,  especially dazzled in the majestic setting as she emerged from between the classical columns in an eye-popping silver gown, thickly embroidered in sequins, stones and crystals, and trailed by three bridesmaids to carry her veil. I mean, WOW!

Saab’s procession of light-catching sparklers came embellished in sequins and embroidered in ruby, sapphire and emerald jewel-toned crystals. Trains were abundant and to emphasize the richness, open backs were cut in the shape of oval and pear-shaped gemstones.

Just beautiful…no words! (except those above, hee hee ;-))

Enjoy these beautiful dresses..

XOXO,

Kirstin @ Froufrou Le Bleu

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Champagne, Gold and Black – Oh My! Love…

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XOXO 

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Categories: Beauty, Hair and Makeup, Dresses and Accessories, Vintage Inspired Fashion

Oversized blooms! How using a very large hair flower fascinator can update your bohemian wedding look!

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Alright girls, so incase you haven’t known..popping up on the runways all over the world and the “cool-way ” to wear big flowers isn’t tucked behind the ear (aloha) anymore. It’s not even on the side of a low chignon bun (ole’!). It’s this – start with unkept waves or a ruffled milkmaid braid, then place a couple of flowers to one side of the forehead, so they’re a little off-kilter and not too perfect. They should look like they’ve been shoved on without even thinking! Super cool and effortlessly atop your gorgeous head..

Before you roll your eyes and flash me a peace sign, hair flowers have gone through a serious image makeover this past year. What once used to be the favorite head-toppers of hippies and brides are now popping up on the most stylish heads around, be it as colorful crowns, scattered buds, or oversize blooms. Flower crowns are especially popular among It-girls—and not just for music festivals.  Sticking to one bold bloom can have a very stylized dramatic effect. Remember Billy Holiday’s beautiful large white flower?  See below. This is what were going for and more!

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Check out these amazing inspiring ideas below with that fashion edge! Oh and be bold and go for some color! Match your flowers with your decor…such an  inspiring and artsy look!  Scroll down to the end of my post for some crazy fun colorful ideas!

Enjoy and happy planning,

Kirstin @ froufrou le bleu

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Color me beautiful (and big!).

Why stick to only flowers? Miniature citrus, berries, and a petite pomegranate can create a colorful stunning look! I love the way even the stems add architectural interest to the unique design which features orchids, dahlias, garden roses! Also, though fresh flower crowns are a natural fit for spring and summer celebrations, wintertime greenery, holly berries, and pine cones make the perfect accessory for a cold weather wedding. Beautiful for any season! Wear your “something blue” atop your head.

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photos – pinterest..

XOXO,

Kirstin


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From This Day Forward – A Modern-Vintage Wedding Collection from Ruche Bridal! Stunning and budget friendly!

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I am so happy to announce and post about this gorgeous Vintage Inspired wedding collection introduced by Ruche Bridal.It’s their new collection of beautiful, wedding, bridesmaid dresses, veils, hair accessories, lovely jewels and handbags… and in perfect time for Spring! This collection is dedicated to the vintage savvy bride, full of style, grace and an edgy retro-flaire! So pretty with it’s ethereal goddess-like lines and oodles of chic laces, soft silhouettes & a true vintage romantic vision.  What I am loving most of all…is the affordable price! I got so excited this morning when I saw this will be in store very soon!

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About Ruche Bridal

“From the first look to the sendoff, your wedding day should be a unique celebration of your relationship with your spouse-to-be. Our bridal lookbook, From This Day Forward, offers you a modern-vintage wedding collection filled with affordable wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, and reception dresses to make your special day beautifully original. Browse through the pages to find the wedding dress of your dreams and the bridal accessories to accompany it. Whether you’re interested in the aesthetics of a vintage wedding dress or are on a budget for your big day, our collection surely holds the wedding dress you’re looking for.

From delicate lace veils to pretty embellished detailing, the wedding dress essentials found in the pages of our lookbook will help you create an enchanting ambiance on the day you say, “I do.” Your vintage wedding dress will accent your enduring love as you walk down the aisle, greet your guests, and kiss to the clink of silverware on glass. If you’re looking for a wedding reception dress, our shorter-length dresses can also be worn as an alternative wedding dress, perfect for the bouquet toss, cutting the cake, and dancing with your loved ones through the evening.

Once you decide on our wedding dress, sort through our bridal lookbook for the bridal accessories you need to complete your wedding day outfit. Slip on a pair of bridal shoes, opt for a sparkly headband or hair comb, and add the finishing touch with a beautiful lace veil. With these wedding essentials in tow, we know your wedding day will be truly unforgettable — an experience you remember from this day forward. ” Ruche

Check out their lovely gallery below! Shop here!

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Will be in store soon! Make sure you click here to shop and pick out your gorgeous new dress while you can!

Happy Shopping!

XOXO,

Kirstin@FroufrouLebleu

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Find that perfect ‘Vintage Inspired’ bridal headpiece fascinator on a budget!

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Fascinator Fun!

This post is an exiting one for me because if you know me, you know I love a good bargain and I am always on the hunt for a deal!! Sure, it’s always nice to check out all the top couture designer’s dresses and accessories, but let’s face it, we can’t always afford them and even if we can..it’s always nice to be able to get something that looks fabulous without breaking the bank. As I always think, if I can find something that looks just as good and is fabulous quality at a great price, then go for it! It’s also nice to mix a designer dress or outfit, with something that may be a bargain or vintage.. looks spectacular and nobody knows the difference I can assure you! You can pull it off!

When planning a wedding there are just so many expenses, so why not buy something that brings you in under budget without compromising style!

Check out my favorite beautiful accessories below from Dessy below! I know, Dessy!? They have some cute styles that look high-end designer I swear!

What’s your favorite design? Comment and let me know!

Click on photos or Shop Here!

Enjoy!

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Feather Flower Blusher Headpiece

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Rhinestone Star Hair Pins

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Double Feather Flower Headpiece With Tulle

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Pearl Spray Haircomb

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Hope you have enjoyed this fun & useful post!

Happy Planning!

Hugs!

Kirstin@FroufrouLeBleu

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hello and thank you for visiting my blog, here you will find lots of Vintage Inspiration for the modern bride! My name is Kirstin and I am simply and truly obsessed with weddings and vintage feminine style! I am so happy to have a place to share my ideas, thoughts and design interests surrounding the world of nuptials. Please see my about page for more and I am so happy you're here!

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