Wedding Reception Fun - Signature Cocktails!

There are many different details that you can customize to make your wedding stand out from all the others. You can add fabulous accessories to one of the wedding dresses from our Miami bridal boutique, a reading with special meaning during your ceremony, or a choreographed dance at the reception. Another place where you can show off your personality as a couple is at the bar with signature wedding cocktails.

The Ingredients
There are a few different factors that can help you pick the drinks you will feature at your cocktail hour or reception. You can have a bartender help you come up with something out-of-this-world, or just keep the ingredients simple but dress it up with a clever name. The answers to the following questions can help you narrow the choices down.

• What is your favorite liquor/cocktail?
• Does the venue have a specialty drink or flavor?
• Is the town where you'll be married famous for a certain flavor?
• Did you share a special drink when you met or on your first date?

The Name
The ingredients are a great source of inspiration when it comes to naming your drink. Another idea is to use any nicknames that you have for each other or somehow incorporate your own names. You can make a play on words about something you both love, like a sports team or movie. The wedding theme may even inspire you. If you don't want to put too much thought into it, you can simply call your drink "The Mrs." and his drink "The Mister." Make sure to put adorable signs at the bar explaining to your guests what each drink is.  

Delicious Possibilities 
We started the search for you by surfing the internet and finding a few different blogs that had some great recipe ideas. The links will take you to the full blogs and additional recipes. 

Something Blue (shared from Engaged & Inspired)

Gin
Blue Curacao
Lemonade
Ginger Ale 

Mix well (shaken or stirred!) and garnish the glass with a colored sugar rim. 

The Blushing Bride Champagne Cocktail (shared from The Knot)

2 oz passion-fruit nectar
3 oz Champagne
1/2 teaspoon grenadine
Handful of huckleberries

Pour chilled passion-fruit nectar into a flute. Carefully add chilled Champagne and grenadine; don't stir, but allow to blend. Top with huckleberry garnish.

photo by Cocoa Blue

Appley Ever After Sangria (shared from Perfect Wedding Guide)

Pinot Grigio

Caramel Flavored Vodka

Apple Cider

Sliced or Diced Apples

Mix all ingredients together and chill overnight. Garnish with an apple slice. 

While we can't provide you with the signature cocktails for your wedding, we can show you the best wedding dresses in South Florida as well as all the extras to go along with them and the gowns for your bridesmaids and mothers of the bride & groom. When you're ready to plan the fashion portion of your special day, call Brides of America! Happy planning! 

The gown of your dreams awaits you.

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Blog author:  Deanna Powell - WhereBridesGo.com

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Buy The New 2017 Morilee Fall Bridal Collection From Our Online Store

We recently shared a sneak peek with you at the brand new Morilee 2017 Fall Bridal Collection, and this week we have made it available to every bride, everywhere, through our online wedding dress store. You don't have to travel to Miami to get access to the most fashionable bridal gowns. Brides of America can send one to you! 

Authorized Morilee Retailer  
Our bridal boutique in Miami is an authorized retailer for Morilee. When you order a wedding dress from us, whether it is in the store or from the comfort of your home through our online store, you know that the bridal gown you receive is an authentic Morilee production. We have access to every dress collection created by Morilee. You will find us listed on the company's website, so you know that we are a trusted vendor of their quality wedding fashions.  

Order From Anywhere in the U.S.A. 
Our online bridal gown store allows every woman, no matter where she lives, the ability to purchase one of these exquisite dresses. There is a section dedicated specifically to the gowns that are available to order online, which features photos, descriptions, pricing information, and the approximate delivery time. 

Since one of our knowledgable consultants will not be on hand to take your measurements when you order online, you will find a helpful size chart at the bottom of the page along with some simple instructions to help you find the most accurate measurements. Once you place your order by filling out the secure online order form, one of our bridal consultants will call or email you to confirm all of the details within 48 hours before the final order is placed.

FREE Shipping
Free ground shipping is offered on any bridal gown orders being delivered in the continental USA. This does not include Puerto Rico, Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Shipping times vary due to many different factors: availability, season, weight, destination, etc... Expedited shipping is available upon request, but additional shipping charges may apply. 

Quality Control & Customer Service 
Before your dream wedding dress shows up on your doorstep, it will first be delivered directly to our Miami wedding dress store. We take great pride in our merchandise and the very special customer service that we always strive to provide our customers with. We will put your gown through a quality control inspection to insure that everything is exactly as it should be. Once we know that it is perfect, that gorgeous wedding dress will be on it's way to you. 

Get the Newest Bridal Gowns
Our online bridal gown store has a large selection of amazing wedding dresses for you to choose from in every possible style. Just this week, we are very proud to announce that Morilee's newest line, the 2017 bridal collection, is available to order from us! Each season the wedding fashions seem to get better and better, and this year is no exception. Feminine silhouettes, intricate beading and sequins, and luxe fabrics have made their way onto these new designs, and they are simply breathtaking! 

If you are not close enough to come to us in South Florida, you are welcome to shop in our online wedding dress store and we'll send the gown to you instead! On the other hand, if you have a chance to visit Brides of America in Miami, we would be thrilled to set up an appointment for you so that you can try on these fabulous fashions before making a decision. Our goal is to make sure you have access to the gown of your dreams, no matter where in the country you live.     

The gown of your dreams awaits you.

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SNEAK PEEK: Morilee's 2017 Fall Wedding Dress Collection

The fabulous 2017 Fall Morilee Bridal Collection won't be arriving at Brides of America until sometime between August and September, but the designs are so amazing, we simply couldn't resist giving you a sneak peek! The wedding dresses that we do have available right now in our Miami bridal boutique are every bit as exquisite as these, but anticipating a new crop of gowns is always exciting.

As an authorized dealer of every gown in the Morilee collections, both in Miami and in our online wedding dress store, we are able to offer the most stylish wedding fashions to our beautiful brides, as well as their bridesmaids and the mothers of the bride and groom. 

Within Morilee's bridal collection for Fall 2017, you will see feminine silhouettes, intricate beading and sequins, luxe fabrics, and their ever present attention to the tiniest details. Whether you are looking for a gown with delicate lace overlays, a full, frilly skirt, or something a bit more sultry, this new collection has something for everyone. 

Luxurious, contemporary designs with a timeless look and feel that appeal to every woman's sense of style is what Morilee specializes in. Their award winning designer, Madeline Gardner, is at the forefront of this exquisite brand of wedding fashions.  

For the bride wanting a bit of romantic drama in her wedding day look, there are some glorious gowns with fashionable corset bodices and others with stunning illusion backs. The high-quality fabrics, impeccable craftsmanship, and striking silhouettes of these wedding dresses are exactly what you need to bring out the bridal beauty every woman possesses. 

If you are shopping for a bridal gown before this Fall, our wedding dress store in South Florida has all of the designs from Morilee's spring bridal collection, as well as gowns from previous collections that are every bit as fashionable today as they were when the sneak peek for them came out.

Brides of America is a by-appoinment-only store, allowing us to give you every bit of our undivided attention while you are shopping with us. Our skilled consultants are experienced in taking the idea of the perfect wedding dress in your head and making it a reality before your eyes. No matter when you are ready for that dream bridal gown, now or in the future, we'll be here to make sure you find the dress that was meant for you. 

The gown of your dreams awaits you.

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6 Tasks To Take Care Of As Soon As You Get Engaged

He asked and you said yes... but now what? There is a lot of wedding planning to get underway, but that can wait a little while. First things first, the following list of things from Brides Of America should be taken care of before you worry about all of that other stuff. 

Immediately after the engagement...

#1 - Celebrate Together 
This is an exciting moment, but there's no need to share it with the world right away. (Unless, of course, it's a public proposal. Then the cat's already out of the bag!) Take as much time as you want, an hour, a day, or even more, to simply enjoy the fact that you love each other and are ready to share the rest of your lives together. Do a little daydreaming about the big day, as well as the "happily ever after." Everyone else will find out soon enough, but right now is all for the two of you! 

#2 - Get Those Nails Done!
It's time to schedule a manicure so that you can start telling everyone about the engagement. Why, you may ask? Because the first thing everyone is going to want to do, after squeals of delight and loving hugs, is to see that ring! 

#3 - Share The Great News
When you are ready to share the news with the world, start with those that are nearest and dearest to you. Your family and best friends may be hurt if they find out from someone else. Make sure the are in the loop, then feel free to blast it all over social media and shout if from the rooftops. 



Soon after the engagement...

#4 - Start A Wedding Binder
With wedding on the brain, you are going to start seeing great ideas everywhere that you like. Designate a special binder or start an online notebook to keep track of all of these wonderful ideas. When you're ready to make decisions, you'll be glad that you have everything together in one place. 

#5 - Schedule Engagement Photos
There's really no big rush to get these done, unless it's going to be a short engagement. Still, the earlier you have the photos taken and back from the photographer, the sooner you'll have them to use for save-the-dates and your wedding website. Plus, it's always fun to have a professional capture your love and excitement about the upcoming wedding on film. 

#6 - Draft A Guest List
Not always the most fun task, but the size of the guest list will determine the size of venue you will need, plus it will have an affect your budget. It will most likely go through a few drafts before you get a final list together, so start early. 

Those tasks will get you started. Once the excitement has died down a little bit (because it's not going away completely any time soon!) you can begin focusing on a wedding planning checklist. Keep an eye out for your favorite bridal gown styles, and then give us a call to make an appointment at our wedding dress store in Miami to begin trying a few on. Brides of America's goal is to offer the best wedding dresses in Miami as well as online, along with the other fashions and accessories to go along with every bride's special day. 

P.S. Today marks our 100th blog in our series! Thanks to all who've inspired us to continue sharing our expertise with you!

The gown of your dreams awaits you.

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Wedding Dresses Come In Many Shades of "White"

To the untrained eye, most wedding dresses are thought to be white. In reality, what your guests see as "white" is most likely another color, or rather a different shade of a classic white. Our bridal boutique in Miami, as well as our online wedding dress store, feature an array of exquisite bridal gowns in many different shades to compliment any woman's skin coloring and bring out her natural beauty on the wedding day. 

White on the left, and ivory on the right

Brides of America is here to help you find the wedding dress that looks amazing on you, and sometimes the color of the gown plays a huge part in the one that looks the best. White, ivory, and champagne colored dresses can look very similar from a distance, but they each have their own special qualities. 

Back in the 1980's, nearly every single wedding dress sold was made with white fabric. No one was interested in an ivory bridal gown, but this is mainly because in the '80's ivory had a very yellow tint to it. 

Eventually, designers began using an ivory that was much softer and more pleasant to the eye. In the 1990's, bridal gown sales changed and nearly half of the dresses being purchased were ivory, and the other half were white. 

from left to right: ivory,  ivory-blush,  & ivory-champagne

Currently, those numbers have shifted even more. The women that shop in our wedding dress store in South Florida are more interested in ivory gowns, or combinations of ivory and another similar color. About 50% of the wedding dresses sold by Brides of America are ivory, 40% of them are either ivory/gold, ivory/champagne, or ivory caramel, and only 10% of our brides choose to wear actual white. 

Ivory-gold on the left, and light gold on the right

Ivory-champagne bridal gowns

When you come in for your wedding dress shopping appointment, the talented consultants at our Miami bridal boutique can help you narrow down which shades look the best on your particular skin-tone, as well as which shapes and styles flatter your body the most. Our goal is for you to have that magical moment when you look in the mirror wearing the bridal gown that was made to be worn by you and know, without a doubt, that it is "the one!" 

Give Brides of America a call at 305-620-6606 so that we can book your appointment, or you may also request a time through our website. You will have our undivided attention the entire time you are here. Since we are a "by appointment only" store, there will be no one else interrupting the shopping time that we have set aside especially for you. Together, we will find that wedding dress you've been dreaming of! 

The gown of your dreams awaits you.

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Gorgeous Wedding Dresses With Ruffles & Layers

Every bride that comes into our Miami bridal boutique has her own type of personal style, but we do tend to see patterns of styles adored by many from time to time. Lately, Brides of America has noticed a lot of customers favoring bridal gowns with lots of layers and ruffles. 

Recently, we had one of the busiest weekends ever at our wedding dress store in Miami, and believe it or not, every single dress that we sold over those couple of days had ruffles and layered skirts. It's really no surprise to us, because we have been receiving a lot of requests for these types of bridal gowns before the women come in for their shopping appointment. 

David Abadi, owner of Brides of America, says, "The 1980's looks seems to be making a comeback, and I really feel like this trend will be around for a while. I love, love, LOVE the new bridal collections from Morilee that have lots of layers and plenty of ruffles." 

This type of wedding dress style is perfect for the lady that wants to playfully bounce down the aisle, and to whirl and swirl around the dance floor at her reception. There is a fun element to putting on a gown full of ruffles or layers, and when the two are combined in one dress, the look it creates is amazing! You can look and feel young and lighthearted while still appearing graceful and beautiful. 

Brides also seem to have less interest in the bright white gowns lately. They are most often asking for ivory/champagne, ivory/caramel, and ivory/gold wedding dresses. Different shades can come together in one gown to create a stunning design that any bride would be thrilled to walk down the aisle in.   

If these wedding dresses in today's blog look like what you have been envisioning for your own dream wedding, then you need to make an appointment to come in and try some of them on at our bridal gown store in Miami. You can also find many of these styles and more like them from Morilee in our online wedding dress store. 

On the other hand, if you have something completely different in mind, we can still help you out too. Brides of America carries a wide variety of every wedding dress style imaginable, all from the amazing design house of Morilee. Let us know what type of dress that you have in mind and we will help you find it. 

The gown of your dreams awaits you.

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Helpful Tips For Attending Bridal Shows

There are a lot of details to take care of when you plan a wedding, and attending bridal shows is an excellent way to get lots of tasks tackled at once, plus find creative inspiration for your special day. Brides of America realizes that some of the larger bridal shows can be overwhelming, but we've put together some advice to help you get the most out of one. 

*Sign Yourself Up

Pre-register
First of all, if the bridal show allows pre-registration, take advantage of it. It will save you precious time when you arrive, letting you skip the sign-up line and get to the show floor much faster. Another bonus of pre-registering is that some shows offer special perks for early sign-up, plus you will be on their mailing list for updated show information and specials. 

Wedding Freebies
Once inside the doors, most of the wedding vendor booths will have giveaways for you to sign up for. With everything that you will be spending to put on a wedding, free swag is always welcome. To save yourself a lot of time, and to keep your hand from cramping up from writing your contact information over and over, make labels to bring along with you to the show. Pre-print your name, the groom's name, your wedding date, email address, phone number, and address; then when it's time to sign up, simply peel and stick. Quick & simple!   

Be aware, though, that these vendors are using the drawings to get your contact information so that they can try to sell you their services. If you don't want to be contacted, either don't sign up or you can create a temporary email address to use specifically for your wedding. That way, all of your wedding correspondence will be kept together in one space, away from your regular emails, and you can discontinue that email address once the wedding is over. 

*Make A Plan For The Day

Choose Helpers
A bridal show is the perfect place for you and your fiance to get some great ideas for your wedding decor and also check out many different vendors all in one stop. It can also be a fun day to get all of the girls from your wedding party together. They can help you get some wedding tasks accomplished, and you all get to have a girls' day out in the process. Decide who will help you get the most out of the bridal show and ask them to join you. 

Map Your Route
Next, take a look at the list of vendors that will be there and plan who you need to visit the most. Start with vendors that you still need to hire, and if there is time left over, you can browse the other booths to see if you can find some new ideas or great deals you simply can't pass up. 

There are often special events planned for specific times, like a fashion show or first dance demonstration. If there is something that you really want to see, plan the timing so that you are in the right place at the right time. Seating can fill up fast, so if you don't want to stand through it, get to the stage early. 

*Don't Forget To Bring...
We've already mentioned that bringing along labels to use for giveaway sign-ups can make that part of your day a lot easier. Here are a few more items that you should bring with you too. 

• Comfortable Shoes!
  If you've chosen to use the show for a fun ladies' day out, you may have the urge to get all dressed up. That's fine, as long as you stay sensible when it comes to your shoes. There will be lots and lots of walking involved, and possibly big crowds to maneuver through. You may regret wearing high heels halfway through the day. There are plenty of fashionable options for your feet that will keep you comfy too.
• Calendar
  There will be a lot of other brides wanting to visit the same booths that you do. Once you find a vendor that you like, get out that calendar and book an appointment to speak to them in more detail.
• Checkbook / Credit Card
  Many vendors will be offering "bridal show only" discounts if you book them during the show. You will want to have your credit card handy so that you can put down your deposit and get your wedding date on their calendar. Bring your checkbook too. Some smaller businesses may not have the ability to accept credit cards.
• CashIt's probably going to be a long day, and you'll most likely be doing a lot of walking. At some point you may want something to eat or drink beyond the sweet cake samples. A little bit of spending cash will come in handy because that is all that some pop-up bars and small food stands can accept.
• A Bag For Goodies
  You'll be gathering a lot of business cards and informational pamphlets at each booth that you visit, as well as promotional goodies that they'll be giving away. You may be handed a bag to use when you arrive at the bridal show, but having an extra one isn't a bad idea. You can use one bag for your VIP information, and the other to hold stuff that is second-string. Don't throw away any vendor information until you have contracts signed, though. That way, if your first choice doesn't work out, you can still get in touch with other vendors that you liked.    

**Have Fun With It!

There are wedding planning tasks that can be stressful, but attending a bridal show doesn't have to be one of them. Remember to enjoy the moment. After all, brides-to-be are queens for the day at a bridal show. Every vendor there will be catering to you, hoping to get your attention and your business. Enjoy the attention, as well as the useful information that you can find at a bridal show. 

Another wedding task that doesn't have to be stressful is finding your dream bridal gown. When you shop at our wedding dress store in Miami, you will have our undivided attention, plus the experience of our knowledgeable consultants to make your shopping appointment easy and fun. You can just relax, tell us what you have in mind, and let Brides of America guide you to that perfect dress. 

The gown of your dreams awaits you.

Brides of America is an authorized retailer of all Mori Lee Bridal Lines.

Blog author:  Deanna Powell - WhereBridesGo.com

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Castle Weddings Let You Play Princess For A Day

One giant benefit to selling the best wedding dresses in Miami is getting the chance to hear the magical plans that each bride has for her upcoming wedding. Every couple has their own unique style, and we get the chance to hear about a wide variety of themes, ideas, and wedding locations. 

Recently, a bride came into Brides of America looking for the perfect bridal gown to wear to her wedding in Germany, which will take place in a magnificent castle. She had photos of the gorgeous venue to show us, and we all immediately fell in love with the location! After she left, we were still daydreaming about how fantastical a castle wedding could be. 

The Venue
Anyone can plan a classic fairy tale wedding, but finding an actual castle to host it in will make it very unique and extra exciting for you and your wedding guests. Entering the venue will immediately set the stage and make everyone feel as if they are about to become a part of your "Once upon a time..." 

You don't have to travel out of the country to find a castle to get married in. As a matter of fact, you don't even have to leave Florida! There are quite a few different ones to choose from, once you begin looking. For example, Castle Ottis in St. Augustine was created as an expression of art. It is privately owned, but can be available for small weddings. There is also Country Day Castle in Hilliard. which specializes in weddings and receptions that are fit for a princess.       

The Wedding Dress
There is no set dress code for a castle wedding, unless of course the bride and groom choose to set one of their own. It could add to the ambiance to have a black tie affair and request that all of your guests show up dressed for a royal ball. As for the bride, she gets to wear whatever makes her happiest. When it comes to a wedding in a castle, though, we automatically envision big ball gowns that glide through a room and float across the dance floor.

A cathedral-length veil and a long, fabulous train add to the fantasy and drama as the bride walks down the aisle to her very own Prince Charming. Instead of one flower girl, opt for multiple young ladies, skipping down the aisle, tossing tons of flower petals everywhere. This is also the perfect opportunity to make use of train bearers, officially helping you and your amazing dress make it gracefully down the aisle. And last but certainly not least, every princess needs an exquisite tiara to grace her beautiful head.      

The Experience
Simply getting the chance to be inside a castle is an exciting experience on its own. There are many additional touches that you can add throughout the decor, the color palette, and the activities to make it even more of a fairy tale setting. We imagine lots of tall, shiny candelabras at the center of every table, along with plenty of greenery intertwined with glorious blossoms. Twinkle lights are a wonderful touch, making it look as if actual fairies are gracing your celebration. 

This is the perfect setting to let floating lanterns loose during the reception, and a gigantic fireworks display watched from the balcony would fit in beautifully. Your first dance could be a classic waltz, and at the end of the night, have a horse-drawn carriage take you away to your "...happily ever after!"

That's just one version of a fantastic castle wedding that could be planned. As we stated before, every bride is unique and can bring an entirely new and fresh set of ideas to planning her own fairy tale wedding. That part is all yours, but when it comes to finding your dream wedding dress, our bridal boutique in Miami can guide your search. When you are ready to start looking, make an appointment with us at Brides of America. Your amazing bridal gown, as well as your beautiful bridesmaids' dresses, are waiting here for you. 

The gown of your dreams awaits you.

Brides of America is an authorized retailer of all Mori Lee Bridal Lines.

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