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Fashion Fridays - Long and Flowing Wedding Gown

In honor of the addition of dresses to The Left Bank Jewelry's Line, I give you "Fashion Fridays." Each Friday this month will feature a different dress from the Fancy NY line and the perfect accessories to go with it. Each dress in the Fancy line was created by a design team of two brothers with a passion for the "Sunday Best" concept. Their vintage inspired dresses come short or long, are made to measure and available in a variety of sizes. Check out week one, "Short and Sassy" here.

For our second Fashion Friday, we meet Dora. Elegant. Demure. Feminine. This soft draped full circle skirt gown with flounce at front and back neckline offers a bit of Deco Glamour. Dora begs for classic accessories with a vintage twist. The dress makes a beautiful statement by itself, so there's no need to stress about adding accessories, just a few beautiful, simple pieces and you'll be looking gorgeous. Here are some of my favorite options.

This gorgeous headpiece by Sara Gabriel is the perfect piece for the bride that wants to skip the veil entirely. Or, swap out your veil and wear this for the reception. Sakura Fleur Haircomb, $173. See other pretty veil alternatives by Sara Gabriel here.

Since the neckline speaks for itself, opt for larger earrings mixed with pearls and crystals. Vintage inspired Rena Earrings, $169 by Regina B.

A feminine, pearl bracelet is the perfect finishing touch and a great "wear it again" piece. Alicia Bracelet, $178 by Meg Wedding Jewelry.

A simple, classic shoe is the perfect finishing touch.

Sienna by Grace, $130.

What do you think? Did we make the right choice? What accessories do you love or hate with this dress?

Love the look? Contact The Left Bank today to schedule your personal dress fitting or to order any of these pretty pieces. Where to Buy.

Fashion Fridays - Short & Sassy Wedding Dress

In honor of the addition of dresses to The Left Bank Jewelry's Line, I give you "Fashion Fridays." Each Friday this month will feature a different dress from the Fancy New York line and the perfect accessories to go with it. Each dress in the Fancy line was created by a design team of the fashionable Nato brothers with a passion for dressing your "Sunday Best". Their vintage inspired dresses come short or long, are made to measure and available in a variety of colors.

Our first Fashion Friday Dress, Meet April. This strapless dress with bubble skirt, in silk Mikado, is a modern take on a 60's favorite. The origami bow and bubble shape skirt create a slimming effect. This is the perfect dress for accessorizing. Add a chunky statement necklace and bracelet, or opt for large deco inspired earrings and a stunning brooch!

Some pieces we like...

Add a gorgeous statement necklace that mixes pearls and crystals for a retro meets modern twist. This plain dress can use a little pop from a great piece like this Haute Bride Five Medallion Necklace, price available upon request. Check out some other fabulous bib necklaces here and other gorgeous statement necklaces here.

Add an oversized round brooch to the center of April's origami inspired bow for an extra dose of sparkle. Vintage Inspired Brooch, $68.

The perfect bracelet? Something chunky and edgy keeps you from feeling too "girly." Or mix it up with a cluster of bangles or glam bracelets. Check out more of our favorite chunky crystal bracelets here. Shown above, Carrie Bracelet, $129.

A short dress definitely needs a short veil. Try a French or Russian Tulle birdcage or opt for something made of traditional tulle, either way, a petite veil that just covers the eyes is perfectly chic. We love the Leila Bridcage Veil by Brideshead Revisited, $300. Comes complete with extra soft tulle and a gorgeous flower.

Finish off the dress by pairing shoes with a platform heel for an extra long leg line. We love that these ballroom dance inspired shoes come with an ankle strap or optional ribbon laces. Each pair features over 1000 hand applied Swarovski crystals on the heel. Angela Nuran Starletta Glitz, $675.

Love the look? Contact The Left Bank today to schedule your personal dress fitting or to order any of these pretty pieces. Where to Buy.

Happy Royal Wedding Day!

Good Morning, Royal Wedding Watchers.
Looking for something to do during the commercial breaks while waiting to see William and Catherine's Big Day? Check out these royally inspired blog posts...all with a nod to the royal wedding and feeling like a princess of your wedding day. So make yourself a something blue cocktail, check out our posts, and watch the nuptials.

Royal Wedding Accessories...Our Ideas for Kate

Princess Catherine Wedding Shoe

Princess Diana Blue Wedding Accessories

And make sure to check back later to see some Princess Catherine inspired bridal accessories based on her wedding gown and headpiece! Happy Royal Wedding Watching!

Jewelry for Beige Bridesmaid Dresses

Brides Chicago has declared "Barely There" colors like beige, taupe, greige, and ivory to be a trend for bridesmaids. Outfitting your bridesmaids in a beautiful neutral color gives a gorgeous look, and one they're more likely to wear again, but how do you accessorize? Fortunately, neutral colored gowns have a plethora of accessorizing options. Try these looks! Each has a totally different feel, but all look amazing!

Black Accessories

We love the look of black and beige. It's edgy and sophisticated! Gifting your girls with black jewelry will make them doubly happy, not only will they look fashionable and beautiful in all your wedding photographs, but they're sure to wear your jewelry again and again.

Some of our favorites? Clockwise from top left, Valentine Hidden Platform Peep Toe Shoe, $195 by Grazia. Dazzle Brooch, $29. Bow Horse Hair Fascinator, $120 by Avant Bride NYC. Necklace cluster created with Jolie Necklace, $36, Monseiur Pamplemousse Crystal Necklace, $80, and Long Flower Accented Necklace, $29.

Champagne Accessories

Selecting champagne, sometimes called golden shadow, accessories with sparkle keep this monochromatic looking feeling sophisticated not boring. Keeping with one color scheme allows you to pile on the accessories. Try Chocolate for a slightly deeper statement.

Try these gorgeous pieces, clockwise from top left, Hermatite Crystal Necklace, $48. Cushion Cut Champagne Hairpins by Haute Bride, price upon request. Champagne stretch bracelets, Crystal Glam Cut Bracelet, $42, Embrace Crystal Bracelet, $68, Round Stretch Bracelet, petite or grande, $72. Kristen Necklace in Golden Shadow, $135 by MEG Wedding Jewelry.

Crystal Clear & Gold Accessories

Clear stones will make sure your bridesmaids have a little sparkle, while the gold tone and settings will blend perfectly with the neutral dress palate.

Get this look with these fun pieces, clockwise from top left, Gold Pave Ball Earrings, $46. Vintage Inspired Necklace, $82 by La Vie Parisian. Selena Metallic Strappy Sandal, $88 by Salon Shoes. Casique Gold Brooch, $56.

Vintage Rose Pink Accessories

Vintage Rose Pink is the perfect color for spring and summer weddings. Romantic and sweet, pink feels youthful and flirty. Mix it with clear crystals or honeysuckle pink for a multi-dimensional look. Plus if you're bridesmaids are girly-girls, they'll love wearing these pieces again.

Our favorite pink pieces, clockwise from top left. Geo Earrings, $59, by MEG Wedding Jewelry. Astoria Ballroom Inspired Bridal Shoe in soft pink, $279, by Angela Nuran. Alexia Pink Pearl Necklace, $299. Dazzle Brooch, $29.

What do you think?
Are your bridesmaids wearing a neutral colored dress? What color jewelry will they be wearing? Are there any color options you think we missed? Leave a comment and let us know!

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I Do Shoe Stickers - Now in Color!

We're excited to show off the latest addition to our wedding shoe sticker collection...colors! Just in time for spring, the gorgeous "I Do" Crystal Shoe Stickers now come in pretty candy colors. Chose traditional clear crystals to compliment any style or select a complimentary wedding color (bridesmaids wearing pink? Show off with pink bridal stickers!) or pick up a pair in blue to use as your "something blue."

Just like candy for your wedding shoe! "I Do" Wedding Shoe Stickers are now available in clear/silver, blue, pink, purple, or gold for only $16 each. Order a pair online or stop by our shop to select your color in person.

They make for fun and memorable photographs too, like the one above, of the designer on her wedding day. Do you love these as much as we do? Let us know! We're also trying to think of cute ideas for bridesmaid stickers? Would your bridesmaids wear stickers on their shoes? What would they say?

Crystal Bling Wedding Shoes

It's no secret that the ladies of the Left Bank love sparkle. Fortunately, our designers do too, and in the past year we're seeing more and more fabulous crystal wedding shoes having their designer debut. We love these crystal encrusted shoes for their posh, panache, and most importantly, affordability. No $1000 shoes here! The newest from Benjamin Adams was designed in honor of the upcoming Royal Wedding of Catherine and William. Created with Swarovski crystals and ivory mesh, it debuts in May 2011 and is sure to be as smashing as the soon to be Princess. Catherine is available for pre-order for $399.

Here are some other drop dead gorgeous crystal shoes...

Gaga, all crystal wedding pump with a 3 3/4" heel. $375.

Electra, Sling back peep toe with a 4.25" heel and hidden platform. $375.

Charlize, the most popular of the all crystal shoes by Benjamin Adams features a hidden platform and 4.25" heel. $399.

Sissy, the ultra haute couture shoe by Benjamin Adams boasts a sky high 5" heel and is available by custom order only, $599. Contact us for more information, Please allow a minimum of eight weeks.

Starletta Glitz by Angela Nuran features her ultra comfort padding and a heel encrusted with 1000 hand applied Swarovski crystals. $675.

Found just the sparkle you need? Order a pair today! And of course...don't forget the crystals for the bottom of the shoe with these cute "I Do" blue shoe stickers.

Romantic Ruffles - Ruffle Inspired Bridal Jewelry

We love the soft look of frills and ruffles that serve no purpose but to look beautiful. These ruffled bridal pieces will make sure you look as romantic as you feel on your wedding day. Real Simple Magazine declared romantic ruffles to be one of "The Most Wearable Trends Right Now" and we agree! Here are some of our top picks for bridal inspired ruffles. Above, the perfect ruffled clutch, Rufina Chiffon Clutch, $129.

The gentle overlapping of this Custom Pearl Necklace,$85, by Monsieur Pamplemousse mimics the feeling of soft ruffles.

The Daniella Fleur Comb, $250, by Bride's Head Revisited features gentle organza and silk atop soft French Tulle netting.

A perfect blend of romance and sophistication with a chic mid-height heel of 3 3/8". Liza, $175 by Benjamin Adams.

Layers of crystals feel just like ruffles, but sparklier! Above, Monsieur Pamplemousse Pink Chaladay Earrings, $46. Below, the Althea Bracelet, $149, a delicate mix of champagne, blush, and clear crystals and pearls by Meg Wedding Jewelry.

Feeling romantic yet?

Royal Wedding Accessories - Our ideas for Kate

We all love speculating about the royal wedding! And Brides.com has done a fabulous job of keeping everyone in the loop. They recently asked a handful of wedding gown designers to dream on the very mysterious royal wedding gown. Each designer sketched a gown just for the soon to be Princess Catherine. They gowns were all amazingly gorgeous (see them all here)...they were just begging to play metaphorical dress up. So I picked my top three favorite gown designs and paired them with the matching wedding accessories!

Brides.com says Amsale designed "Kate in this subtly beaded Alençon lace gown that features cap sleeves, a romantic, ballerina neckline, and a cathedral length train. 'The gown is reflective of Kate's young, fresh style with a nod to tradition,' says Amsale."

Nothing is more romantic and traditional than pearls, which is why I would pair this gorgeous gown with...
Glamoura Bracelet, $72
Sienna Wedding Shoe by Grace, $130
Lorna Earring by Avant Bride, $129

Brides.com says designer Angel Sanchez "wanted to create something for Kate that was sophisticated yet modern at the same time..'The neckline and sleeves add a touch of old world sophistication and glamour, much of what Kate embodies in her day-to-day life,' he says. 'The trumpet silhouette is very sleek and flattering, and the draped ruffle skirt adds a touch of drama.'"

A dress like this speaks for itself, so I selected a stunning shoe and earrings with a little roundness to counteract the vertical lines...
Casique Brooch, $56
Parisienne Chandelier Earrings, $129
Valentine Silk Wedding Shoe by Grazia, $195

Brides.com says..."In response to the long, slim silhouettes and sometimes-plunging necklines that Kate often favors in her everyday wardrobe, Watters created a Chantilly lace dress with a V-neck and a slim skirt that is extra full in the back. 'We would use a delicate Chantilly lace because it veils bare skin but is not too sheer,' says the Watters design team."

A nod to the art deco seemed perfect to keep the gown feeling contemporary with all the lace. My pairing...
Savoy Deco Drop Earrings, $78
Astoria Ballroom Inspired Wedding Shoe by Angela Nuran, $249.
Crystal Chandelier Necklace, $98

What are your thoughts? Do you have a favorite? And just in case any of Kate Middleton's wedding planners are reading this...all these fabulous pieces can be found at The Left Bank Jewelry in Chicago.

Vow in the City Photos

Just wanted to share some fabulous photos that photographer Leigh Loftus of Ocken Photography snapped during our most recent event. We were at the lovely White House Black Market for Vow in the City and Out of the Box Bridal Event to share in gems, goodies, and gourmet treats with brides to be this past February 17th. Here were some of the fabulous pieces we shared...above the Petals Hairpin Set by Haute Bride. $125 for a set of two. Available in organza (shown) or taffeta.

French Blue Astoria by Angela Nuran, $279

French Fascinator, $199

Left Bank Owner Susan with Chris Ocken of Ocken Photography who sent us these pretty images. Susan is wearing the Nineveh Necklace, $315 and Glam Filigree Earrings, $149, both by Haute Bride.

Missed the event but love the look? Don't worry, learn where to buy here or contact us directly.

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