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

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!

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Enjoy!

Nu-Georgette And Feather Flower Bridal Hair Clip

Feather Flower Blusher Headpiece

Rhinestone Star Hair Pins

Double Feather Flower Headpiece With Tulle

Pearl Spray Haircomb

Hope you have enjoyed this fun & useful post!

Happy Planning!

Hugs!

Kirstin@FroufrouLeBleu

Categories: Dresses and Accessories, Vintage Inspired Fashion

Featured Designer – Monique Lhuillier & her stunning bridal line for 2013!

I am back! Yes, it’s been a little nutty the past week with my oldest daughter (4) at home and on spring break! Mothers or fathers of young children can relate with me. So, apologies for the delay.. and I just had to make time for my brides though and dish some amazing bridal fashion finally! My little escape from the park, chicken nuggets and changing diapers (I also have a 7 month old)! Phweww,,,,and a welcome break at that!

Okay, can I just say how simply awestruck I am at how gorgeous Monique Lhuillier’s Spring 2013 Bridal Collection is! !? Hello – can we just say vintage inspired ethereal madness??! Each gown feels like it stepped out of a fairy tale and is fit for a princess, but also has a slight modern interesting twist …that only Monique can do so well! A great balance of lovely “old school” feel.. intermixed with today’s fashion savvy modern bride. Need I say more?

With little details like a drop-waists, lots of sheer details, lace, embellishment and the very 2013 longer sleeves… these gowns are right on-trend for a fashionista bride wanting to go vintage without being too OTT. I have to say that Monique Lhuillier Spring 2013 Bridal Collection is so far one of my favorite collections! Just very wearable and realistic from runway to the alter..which is rare. Classy! Just love her!

See below for some of my most favorite pics from the 2013 runway show. My jaw is still dropping! Can I please get married again?? Not really of course! Maybe a vow renewel will be in our near future.. Wouldn’t that be fun?

Monique Lhuillier’s understated but luxurious bridal designs have earned her a devoted clientele since she launched her business in 1996. Her second line of eveningwear has also garnered accolades and an impressive roster of clients, including Angelina Jolie, Jessica Simpson, and Tyra Banks, but Lhuillier’s best-known celebrity commission may be the dress she designed for pop star Britney Spears for her 2004 wedding to Kevin Federline. “On special occasions women should shine from within,” Lhuillier explained to InStyle writer Hal Rubenstein about her design ethos. “Their glamour should be clean. No overaccessorizing, no overstyling. It’s always dangerous to go out there in something that is not you. People should notice your personality first, not your dress.”

Enjoy these dreamy dresses! I know I am!

For more on Monique’s dresses and collections, see her website here

Have fun!!

XOXO,

Kirstin @ Froufrou Le Bleu

Categories: Shoes, Vintage Inspired Fashion

Vintage Inspired Blue Wedding Shoe Heels – Luichiny’s My Darling..Adorable!!

Luichiny’s My Darling

Looking to wear a pop of something blue (or pink or red?!) for your wedding day?? These gorgeous vintage inspired blue heel pumps from Luichiny are calling your name..girlfriend..they’re calling my name and I am not even getting married (already been there), but I am buying them myself, what a great price at $89.99 and free shipping…can’t beat it! I LOVE LOVE these shoes because you can wear them on your wedding day and then most definitely wear them after! So cute!! My Darling has a satin upper with a beautiful bow made of ribbon at the vamp. This peep toe style brings you a 4 1/2 inch heel and slight 1/2 inch platform to keep you dancing all night long. Woot Woot!

Oh and FYI, they also come in a gorgeous hot pink, a soft pink and a stunning red..all below!! Dying at how cute they are! 🙂

There it is…my shoe lust vent for the day!

Enjoy!!

XOXO,

Kirstin @ Froufrou Le Bleu

Categories: Dresses and Accessories, Vintage Inspired Fashion

Featured Designer – Johanna Johnson & her lovely vintage inspired bridal collection. Old Hollywood perfection!

I am so excited to introduce fabulous designer Johanna Johnson, she inspires me to the core with her vintage loveliness. When I see her bridal designs, it takes me back to the 20’s and 30’s and conjures up images of the grandeur and glamour of old hollywood and in a very big way! It makes my heart flutter!

A little about the designer…

With a background in graphic design, it’s no wonder bridal and couture designer Johanna Johnson creates pieces known for their meticulous detail and graphic simplicity. She started her first collection after she couldn’t find a dress she wanted for her own wedding and she obviously succeeded in doing so crating her own! Johnson’s designs take inspiration from the opulence of old Hollywood and the 1920’s and 1930’s and translate it into gorgeous, modern silhouettes.

Raised in New Zealand, Johanna Johnson first moved to Australia in 1989 to study graphic design. After finishing her studies, she moved to London where she worked in branding and advertising. A few years after, while searching for her own wedding dress, she felt there was a gap for a vintage inspired luxury bridal wear company that carried high standards. With this in mind, she began to conceptualize Johanna Johnson couture and in 2005 opened her first store in Paddington, Sydney. Inspired by vintage flea markets in Paris, Johnson currently designs one to two bridal collections a year, as well as bridal and evening wear accessories, her Trousseau line and a lifestyle range.

She also designs veils and headpieces which you will see below! Stunning!!

For more information on Johanna Johnson, click here!

Enjoy!

xoxo,

Kirstin @ Froufrou Le Bleu

Sources – Australian Vogue and Pinterest.

Categories: Vintage Inspired Fashion

Oscars 2013 brings Pale and Sparkly Bridal Inspiration to the Red Carpet!

Trending on the red carpet at this year’s Oscars was definitely nodding to Pale side! The trends were split between ethereal pale dresses and sparkly, eye-catching metallic gowns. Some gorgeous inspiration for all you brides out there!!

Enjoy!

xoxo,

Kirstin @ Froufrou Le Bleu

Jennifer Lawrence stunning in Dior Haute Couture

Jessica Chastain wows in Alexander McQueen

Amy Adams is beautiful in Oscar De La Renta

Amanda Seyfried in Alexander McQueen

Charlize Theron in Christian Dior Couture

Naomi Watts is amazing in Armani Prive

Kristen Stewart in a pretty Naeen Kahn dress

This was so fun! Loving all this dreamy inspiration!

Categories: Planning, Vintage Inspired Fashion, Vintage Inspired Weddings

Something borrowed, Something blue…

Have you chosen your ‘Something Blue’ yet?! I have been thinking lots about this subject and sadly it’s been consuming my mind all weekend, lol! All I can think about is adorable blue shoes peeking out from under wedding dresses or pretty tiffany blue toenails,…obsessed! I really wish I wore blue wedding heels! So many fun ideas I found, see them below!

Let’s first talk tradition

What does this whole “Something Blue” traditional mean anyways? Let us discuss! Each item in this poem represents a good-luck token for the bride. If she carries all of them on her wedding day, her marriage will be happy. “Something old” symbolizes continuity with the bride’s family and the past. “Something new” means optimism and hope for the bride’s new life ahead. “Something borrowed” is usually an item from a happily married friend or family member, whose good fortune in marriage is supposed to carry over to the new bride. The borrowed item also reminds the bride that she can depend on her friends and family. As for the colorful item, blue has been connected to weddings for centuries. In ancient Rome, brides wore blue to symbolize love, modesty, and fidelity. Christianity has long dressed the Virgin Mary in blue, so purity was associated with the color. Before the late 19th century, blue was a popular color for wedding gowns, as evidenced in proverbs like, “Marry in blue, lover be true.”

Now …let’s get onto this lovely sea of azure..

Blue Topaz Earrings – Blue Nile

Badgley Mischka Randall Shoe – Sky Blue at Heels.com (gorgeous!!!)

Something Blue Heirloom Garter – Stella’s Design on Etsy

Dupioni Confetti Flower with rhinestone detail – Dessy

Turquoise & Caicos Nail Polish – Perfumania

Fashion Tote Bag In Matte Satin – Dessy (This also comes in a pretty sky light blue!)

Iphone Case – Modern Toile, Sky – Wedding Paper Divas

Gorgeous Luichiny shoes! My Darling in Teal Satin (also comes in baby pink!)

Hope you enjoy’d these fabulous Something Blue ideas as much as I did!

Hugs!

Kirstin @ Froufrou Le Bleu

Categories: Vintage Inspired Fashion

Spotlight on best dressed at the Sag Awards, 2013!

I decided to do a quick post on the fabulous dresses spotted at the SAG awards last night! Some really exquisite gowns! Here are my favorites of the night!

Jessica Chastain in Alexander McQueen

Wow! This is just gorgeous on her! Class, elegance, very sexy and the perfect fit. My favorite of the night! What a fabulous combo with her pretty red hair and perfect creamy complexion! I have always been a huge fan of Alexander McQueen and his edgy, fabulous couture! Wish he was around still to see her in this dress! He will be missed!

Marion Cotillard in Dior Haute Couture

Such a perfect look for the french actress! It embodies her grace and beauty and I felt it was so fresh and unique. Nice to see on the red carpet! She has great style, very chic, but of course…she’s french! A lovely nod to the 50’s..

Naomi Watts in Marchesa

Loving this light grey lace combo, pretty and very fresh! Naomi always looks amazing and always does “old hollywood” very well! Perfection…

Jennifer Lawrence in Christian Dior Haute Couture

I heard poor Jennifer had a few wardrobe malfunctions with this one last night! Poor Jennifer! This gorgeous dress was actually composed of 3 separate pieces made to look as one. Obviously harder to keep together than one would think! We think you look amazing regardless!

Amanda Seyfried in Zac Posen

Amanda really looked lovely in this vibrant deep blue mermaid gown by Zac Posen. I love that she kept it young with the necklace and hair down. A real winner!

Rose Byrne in Valentino Resort

I just thought this was so pretty! Just lovely, flowy and a true vintage feel! Really loved that she wore a print as well, really made her stand out from the crowd an sea of mermaid gowns in solid colors. Pretty and very stylish!

Ellie Kemper in Reem Acra

I just love bridal designer Reem Acra …and I loved this mint creation that Ellie wore. I thought if was different and to have some soft pop of color to the night it was superb! Just so delicate, lacey and feminine. Loved!

Teyonah Parris in Monique Lhuillier!

Loving that another famed bridal designer made the cut here and Teyonah worked this Monique dress so well! This dress looked amazing on her! The fit is incredible , color astounding and what an amazing body! Spectacular in every way!

Photo Credits – Marie Claire.co.uk and Millionlooks.com

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Jennifer Lawrence stunning in Dior Haute Couture

Jessica Chastain wows in Alexander McQueen

Amy Adams is beautiful in Oscar De La Renta

Amanda Seyfried in Alexander McQueen

Charlize Theron in Christian Dior Couture

Naomi Watts is amazing in Armani Prive

Kristen Stewart in a pretty Naeen Kahn dress

This was so fun! Loving all this dreamy inspiration!

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Let’s first talk tradition

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Jessica Chastain in Alexander McQueen

Marion Cotillard in Dior Haute Couture

Naomi Watts in Marchesa

Jennifer Lawrence in Christian Dior Haute Couture

Amanda Seyfried in Zac Posen

Rose Byrne in Valentino Resort

Ellie Kemper in Reem Acra

Teyonah Parris in Monique Lhuillier!

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