Simple Details that takes our Breath Away

Cheers to forever

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There is nothing more beautiful than celebrating with your closest family and friends. A union so beautiful and rare. Captured in the perfect light with all the unique details.

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VENDORS

• Gown: Essense of Australia

• Photographer: @joffoto

• Venue: @rosehillmanor

• Hair & Makeup: @mab.artistry

• Cake: @signaturesweetsbyamanda

• Beer station: @bubblesandbrewsva

Planning a Wedding during a Pandemic

We know these are trying times for many across the world, and even for our future brides. We continue to pray for the safety and lives of those that are affected during this time.

As you may know the boutique has been closed until further notice mandated by the government to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. However love has not been canceled!!!. We are now accepting virtual appointments to help you find the perfect dress.

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“You are not alone. Many couples are asking the same questions and are up against similar situations as you are. We want to help you along the process in anyway we can.”

First thing First

The wedding is one day..

The marriage last a lifetime.

• Contact your wedding planner: They will be very helpful during this transition

• If you have wedding insurance contact your insurance agent to discuss options.

• Your wedding venue may be willing to accommodate date changes to postpone your wedding. National guidelines request limit of large gatherings to no more than 10 people. “Large events and mass gatherings can contribute to the spread of COVID-19 in the United States via travelers who attend these events and introduce the virus to new communities,” CDC officials said.

• You will want to contact your vendors next. It will be case by case bases, however if they are not available for your new determined wedding date they may can offer a credit for future service rendered.

• Contact your wedding guests, by email,phone or social media. Everyone should be more than understanding at this time. If your guest are flying in airlines may have canceled flights or willing to offer a credit for a future date.

• The Bridal Room Va now offer virtual appointments if you are ready to say yes or just getting started we can still help you through the process.

• Lastly…. relax this is all out of your control. Take some time enjoying this moment with your family.

Virtual Appointments

Now Available

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Relax, Reset, Renew

Say Yes to your Dress in the comfort of your home!!

At the Bridal Room

We are committed to bring the best experience and we are looking forward to celebrate and create beautiful memories with you.

Love is not cancelled and your wedding shopping experience will not be cancelled. Since you can’t come to us, we’re bringing the fun consultation to you. Both through scheduled FaceTime calls and Zoom meetings. At The Bridal Room we are committed to bring the best experience and we are looking forward to celebrate and create beautiful memories with you.

During the virtual appointment you stylist will guide you through the inventory, styles, fit, time line and the appropriate sizing for you. After your virtual consultation appointment, you will be able to select 2-3 dresses to try on at home with a security deposit of $100 per dress which it will be fully credited back if a gown is purchased. If no purchase made all deposits will be refunded except for a $150 non-refundable at home try on fee. The gowns will be available for a curbside pick up only

Miles or Minutes Away

We are with you every step!!!

STEPS

• Schedule your your virtual appointment.

• Your stylist will contact you to ask question and prepare you for the virtual appointment. Also, make sure you call the boutique before your appointment to ensure your stylist have all the information before your appointment.

• Fun part! Hope on Zoom or FaceTime video call and your stylist will guide you through inventory, style, time line , sizing and narrow down your styles.

• AT the end of the virtual appointment you can request to add your favorite gowns for later date appointment or opt for In home Try-on service. The gowns will be available for curbside pick up only.

• If you selected In Home Try-on options, you will schedule another virtual appointment with your consultant to guide you through your try on at home and ask any questions you may have while you trying on gowns.

PRICING

• A security deposit of $125 for 3 dress and $200 for 5 dresses will be charged to your credit card. The card number will be held securely on file while the dresses are out of store.

• If a dress is purchased, the entire deposit amount will be applied towards the purchase and will receive 10% off your gown. If a second round of dresses are requested, the initial set must be received back before the new set is picked up and the deposit will be held until both sets are returned.

• If no gowns purchased all deposit will be refunded back to the card on file except $75 non-refundable at home try on fee.

Our prices range $1500 - $4000; a majority of our gowns fall between $1700 - $3500. 

If you don't see an appointment available or if you have any other questions, please email us at thebridalroomappointments@gmail.com or give us a call at 571-620-7743. 

Expect a

little pink bag

Curbside pick up only

“Lets have some fun & try on your favorite gowns”

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Celebrate this moment!!

Matt & Lizzie's Beautiful Wedding

Our gorgeous bride Lizzie said YES to this beautiful Tara Lauren Gown on August 1, 2018. Take a look at her fairy tale outdoor wedding in Middleburg, Va.

Matt & Lizzie

June 1, 2019

• Dress: The Bridal Room VA

• Venue, Catering and Cake: Salamander Resort & Spa

• Ceremony: St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church

• Planning and Design: IDA ROSE EVENTS

• Photographer: Renee Hollingshead Photography

• Videography: Paperboys

• Floral: Sweet Root Village

• Hair and Makeup: Make Up by Ana B

• Tent and Drape: Capital Party Rentals

• Linens: BBJ Linens

• Rentals: White Glove Rentals

• Band: Bachelor Boys Band

• Cocktail Music: Mason Music Productions String Quartet

• Lighting: Frost Lighting Co

• Welcome Gifts: Marigold and Grey

• Stationery: Emily Baird Design

Gown Preservation

Calling all newly wed brides!

Congratulations on your newfound marriage! Now that you have said your “I do’s” and have started to enjoy all the fun married life has in store, have you thought about preserving your dress? One of the most treasured heirlooms from weddings past is the brides dress, and even if future children decide not to wear the same dress, they may use your dress in other ways as a part of their big day! The Bridal Room is happy to offer gown cleaning and preservation to keep your gown safe and clean for many years to come.

Unlike regular clothing, wedding gowns are often very delicate, and if not preserved can yellow over time. You may want to pass on your beautiful gown one day, or use the fabric for a loved one’s “something borrowed”. We have seen veils made from moms hem lace, garters from grandma’s veil lace, and even a dress sleeve used as a bouquet wrap! There are so many reasons to clean and preserve your dress.

Our gown preservation service ensures the gown is professionally cleaned and preserved and the gown is then sealed in a white window box. All it takes is dropping off your gown and other bridal accessories (They can do veils and belts too!) with us and we will send it out for the service! The finished product will be done after 6-8 weeks and ready for pick up at the boutique or can be shipped to your home. A perfect way to save memories of your big day!

Give us a call with any questions you may have!

The Bridal Shopping Timeline

The Bridal Room would love to extend a warm congratulations to all the newly engaged brides out there! Now that you have said “yes”, the biggest question we get is “When should I start dress shopping?” or “How early do I need to get my dress?”. In this post we will give you the inside scoop on the timeline of bridal shopping.

When you begin your dress shopping journey it is important to do your research about dresses, styles, and designers, but also about the timeline. When you find a gown that makes you feel stunning, you want to make sure you have enough time to get the dress in and tailored perfect for your big day!

Wedding dress shopping should start nine to ten months before your wedding. It is a big decision, so it is okay to take your time, but avoid thinking too long or shopping too many places and confusing yourself with all of the options. Shortly after the nine month mark is when you should order your dress. Once you say “yes” to your dress (Hooray), the order for your gown is placed with the designer. Depending on the designer of your chosen gown, It takes four to six months to make the dress and ship it to the salon. Once the dress arrives, it will be inspected and ready for alterations! The first fitting takes place two months before your wedding, and the second is two-three weeks before.

2 months for shopping + 6 months for the dress to be made + 2 months in alterations makes 10 months total. Unlike other dresses, bridal gowns are made to order, which is why they take extra time and care. Once the designer receives the order, they begin to make the gown from scratch. Once the dress arrives and is inspected, our alteration team and seamstress will begin alterations. The seamstress will pin, cut, and work their magic to ensure the dress is hemmed and fitted to perfection for your big day!

We hope that our post is helpful to our newly engaged brides looking for a place to start, and for those brides who might not have 10 months, please do not fret! We have solutions for brides on a time crunch, give us a call so we can work with you on finding your perfect gown!

Looking forward to meeting you soon lovely!

Destination Wedding Dresses

As the season begin to turn its hard not to think of the ultimate romantic getaway. More and more brides are planning destination weddings. What’s not to love? Destination Weddings are exciting, adventurous, intimate and so romantic. Here are some tips when shopping for your destination wedding dress and travelling with you dream gown!

Shop for a dress that will compliment your destination.

When shopping for your dream dress you must always keeping mind where you are getting married and find a dress that is the best fit. If you are getting married in a warm climate or by the beach you want to select a gown that is light that won’t weigh you down or get to hot through out the day. Breathable fabrics are a must for a hot and humid location. You can always let your bridal consultant know you are planning a destination wedding and they will be able to give suggestions.

If your in need of a little inspiration we will be hosting the Tara Lauren 2019 Isle Botanica Collection January 11th-13th. Inspired by Bali with lush floral fabrics and breezy silhouettes it will make a perfect fit for a destination wedding. Be sure to check out our Instagram for some sneak peeks or the Tara Lauren website. You can book your appointment for the trunk show on the Bridal Room website.

Know how to travel with your dress.

Once a destination bride find her dream gown her next steps is to figure out a travel plan. If you are flying call the airline ahead of time and inform then that you are travelling with a wedding dress. Keep your gown with you as a personal item when checking into your flight and you can ask the crew to store it in the plane closet.

Pack your day of essentials

Amongst other day of essentials we always recommend having a mini steamer for last minute touches. After travelling the dress may wrinkle and need a light steaming before the ceremony. Sewing kits are a great item to keep on hand if buttons need to secured or if there loose threads

Real Bride Cherie’s Cancun Wedding Photo credit: Marcia Menacos Photography

Ultimate Guide to Veils

So you have found your dress, now its time to pick out the perfect veil to complete your bridal look! When choosing the perfect veil its all about complimenting you and your gown.  The possibilities are endless, but no worries here are a few tips and trick to help find the dress best suited for you and your gown! 

Length

The first thing to consider when picking out your veil is the length you prefer. Do you prefer a short and simple Elbow length veil or a full dramatic Cathedral length veil? The most common lengths are Fingertip which will fall at your fingertips when your hands are at your sides, and Cathedral which often ends past the train of your gown. Its best to try both lengths in your appointment to see what look you like best.

Shape

The second thing to consider is the shape of your veil to compliment your gown. There is the straight cut or U-cut, which is a classic and will pair nicely with any gown. An angel cut veil creates a V-shape which will fall in beautiful cascades in the back, which will suit fit and flare dresses. Handkerchief veils or square cut create voluminous layers which will compliment bohemian style or whimsical dresses. The last shape will be the circle or oval veils this shape will give you volume by adding a blusher. a blusher will be the piece that drapes over the face, often used in traditional ceremonies.

Finish

Next thing will be finishes, the simplest finish will be the raw cut tulle. Other trims include satin ribbon, organza ribbon as well as pencil stitching,  Having a trim will help outline the veil and make it easier to photograph. If you want full drama you can chose a beaded veil or a romantic lace veil. 

 Take a look at our #RealBrides, Erin, Larissa and Meredith to see how they found their perfect veil!

Erin’s Veil- “Angel Falls” Veil by Justine M. Couture

Larissa’s Veil- “Bella” Veil by Justine M. Couture

Meredith’s Veil - “Night Lark” Veil by Justine M. Couture

Get the Look: Meghan Markle

                Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding was such a beautiful event! It was the royal wedding we have waited eagerly for and we are happy to say it did not disappoint. From the ceremony to the dress and beautiful moments in between we are so overjoyed to get to see it all. The bride stunned in a ¾ sleeve crepe modified A-line gown, which made her look simply elegant. Then she wowed in a sophisticated high neck fit and flare gown. Needless to say, both gowns left us speechless! 

To keep the spirit of the Royal Wedding, we’ve got some looks from our designers that are simple and elegant much like the new Duchess of Sussex. 

The Ceremony:

Jade by Kelly Faetanini and Valencia by Eddy K

Reception:

Aria by Kelly Faetanini and Eddy K Simple 1190 and 1192

Bridal Shopping 101

First things first. Congratulations on your engagement! Now that you’ve said the most important “Yes!” now it time to begin your search for the dream dress! We know you probably have a million questions but we are hear to help. Here are our top 5 tips to make the most out of your bridal shopping experience.

 

1.       Define your look and create a Vision

When it comes to wedding planning having a clear vision of the overall day and your look is crucial to finding the dress. Start with honing in on your personal style and where you want to get married. The venue and the dress are what define the tone for your big day. Are you having a chic city wedding, relaxed beach wedding or classic church nuptials? Once you have done that you will have a clear vison of what you need to look for in your dress. 

2.       Research styles and Designers

Now it' s time to research what styles, fabrics and designers that will help bring your vision to life. Pinterest, Instagram and Bridal Magazines are excellent places to start your research.  Be sure to research designers and their price points so that you don't go over budget. Save your images and bring them to your bridal appointment, this will help the consultant better understand what you are looking for!

3.       Make your appointment

It's officially dress shopping time! Research local bridal shops that you would like to book your appointment with. If you are look for a specific designer, stores will list them on their website or you can always call ahead if there is something specific you are looking for. 

The first thing brides need to know is the Bridal timeline, which is how long it takes for the dresses to be ordered and altered before your big day. Dresses take 4-6 months to be ordered and you want to allow for a 2 month cushion for alterations and the bridal salons needs about a month as puffer. Ideally, Brides should order their gown 9-11 months before their wedding. 

4.       Prepare for your appointment

The appointment is booked now it's time to shop!

First, make sure to bring proper undergarments, such as spanx, strapless bra and nude under wear, This will help you better visualize the look and fit of the dress.

Second, limit your bridal party. It is best to not bring too many people to your appointment as it can make the appointment very overwhelming. One to two trusted opinions is more than enough to help find the one. Also, if some people can't make it, its always a good idea to coordinate FaceTime while you are shopping.

5.       Have fun!

This is one of the most joyous times of your life and you deserve to enjoy it! So relax, and always remember to have fun. Keep in mind that this is a process that takes time to narrow down to the "one". Don't stress and trust that everyone is here for you to ensure you will be beautiful, happy and the bride you were always meant to be.