Earlier in the week I travelled to Harrogate, North Yorkshire for the British Bridal Exhibition.  It was a rather hectic two days but along the way I managed to grab a few snaps.

On day one I enjoyed a delicious lunch at Le Bistrot Pierre and picked up some inspiration from the decor.

I had a preview of the upcoming trends for wedding flowers and centre pieces from florist Caine. Looks like off-white and green is the choice of Harrogate's spring brides, with centre pieces looking rustic and homely.

The 2012 Wedding Dress of the Year Award was won by Justin Alexander with dress #8610.

Would it be your dress choice?

Admiring the surroundings of the Royal Hall while waiting for the A/W '12 bridal fashion show to start.

Finishing off my trip with afternoon tea and scones at the infamous Bettys.

Heavenly

During my trip I attended the A/W '12 bridal fashion show, so stay tuned for my review of the upcoming trends for bridal wear in a future post.

Noreen xx



I've just got back from a day of first fittings with my Eve & Adam brides.  The reactions were overwhelming and the dresses are looking exquisite, it's so incredibly exciting.  I really can't wait to add some images for you to see, although it will have to wait until after the weddings....most definitely worth the wait folks!

Noreen xx

One day to go

Who is else is excited?

Marni for H&M available in selected stores Thursday 8th March 2012.

Noreen xx

Bridal styling....it's been a while

I couldn't help but be inspired by these bridal gowns I saw recently, they offer simplicity and elegance rolled into one.

I’ll admit these gowns are most suited to destination weddings, but the refined details could easily be plucked and used to adorn a dress more suited to a wedding at home.  Namely the embroidery on the Catherine Deane gown, which is beautifully done, yet the elegant bows from the back of the Roberto Rodriguez gown wouldn’t look out of place either.  (Could these be the replacement for the popular button detailing?)

The Thread gown also offers inspiration.  With an increase in the number of my brides looking for two dresses for their wedding day (one for the ceremony, one for the evening reception) the idea of having a dramatic floor length skirt for the ceremony, which can then be removed to reveal a slick cut, shorter style for dancing in the evening, is starting to make perfect sense.

Then there’s the Calvin Klein gown, simplicity at its best. Offering inspiration with its graceful silhouette, I can see this becoming a favourite with brides wanting understated elegance for their big day.

Catherine Deane, one-shoulder 'Katy' dress, $1,452.00

Roberto Rodriguez, Jillian Gown, $297.50

Thread, Clara dress with removable skirt, $1,750.00

 Calvin Klein, Savea B dress, $895.00

All dresses are available from Shopbop.com

Noreen xx

Spring/Summer '12 colour inspirations

A little colour inspiration for my spring/summer wardrobe. Ice-cream colours are going to be the big hit for summer as seen below in delicate florals, dreamy blue tones, icy greens, pretty pinks and soft peaches.

Noreen xx

February shoot

This has just arrived in my inbox, a preview from last Thursday's shoot

Noreen xx

Any shoe-aholics out there?

I've been working late this evening (yes twitter followers, my moodboards are almost done) and while I've been sourcing outfits for a client I decided to have a look on Zara.com to see what was new in this week.  Any shoe-aholics out there?  May I recommend these?

The ice-cream colours I love and I chose the last two because the wannabe-rock-chick in me wishes she could wear them. 

I think I'm most taken with the ankle straps, they are such a feminine addition to a shoe and always at their best when worn with a pencil skirt...now, where to find some pencil skirts?

 Sky blue with ankle straps, £69.99

 Yellow court with metal toe, £69.99

 Pink with metallic straps, £39.99

 Peep to mesh ankle boot, £69.99

Fashion heel, £69.99
All shoes and images from Zara.com

Noreen xx