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It's great when brides think outside the box when it comes to the age old tradition of “something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue.” I am all about promoting new and fantastic ways to be the most original (and stylish) bride possible.

Here is another way to incorporate that “something blue” tradition:

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I love a good throwback, and I definitely love it even more when it complements a real woman's body! A la the “Mad Men” era, women were sultry, sensual and most of all, complimented for their curves - their real, round, voluptuous curves! Ah, the days of yonder.

One of the most fabulous things about this era, is that styles were really meant to fit and accentuate these oh so wonderful waves -the up, the down, the contour of every angle. With actual curves being a fad of the past, it is often hard for the rest of the real world to find beautifully tailored items that show off their '09 curves.

Swimsuit season is certainly no exception. The one piece seems to have become even scarcer in reference to providing material. So, I did my homework ladies and found a suit that is here to protect and serve! This is a great suit to add to your honeymoon trousseau. The rouched body, sweetheart neckline and halter strap is screaming for a curvy lady to throw it on! It has all of the ingredients to be stylish and comfortable on a sunny day for any lady that isn't necessarily a fan of the pool.

Let's talk details here. The rouching effect is a perfect complement to anyone who feels their mid-section isn't up to snuff. The loosely bunched material gives a distracting effect that actually draws attention away from any overt imperfections. Moving up… the criss-cross bust is a perfect support system for any woman that feels her chest sometimes has a life of its own. It actually gives the effect of a full-blown bra by having under breast support. And now that the girls are so nicely held up, it is no surprise that you would want to show off a bit of your sexy, curvy cleavage! The sweetheart neckline is a busty girl's best friend - support, style and sex-appeal all in one! Add a halter strap for complete support and your curves have never been so happy to be on display! And of course I have to give a shout out to the coverage on the bottom half of the suit. It is rare these days to find a swimsuit that has all bases covered, but this seems to have curvy women running for water!!!

Jantzen “Vamp” Maillot Swimsuit
$100.00

The greatest thing about wedding season is that it is not only yours that you have to contend with! From friends to family, doesn't it seem like everyone is getting married?! So, on top of putting together your big day, you have to make sure that you look fabulous as the perfect wedding guest too! The fun part of this equation is that most of the other guests are party hopping from wedding to wedding with you so wearing the same dress is just not an option. Alas, your closet simply grows and grows with an overflowing amount of cocktail dresses that seem to only have a home for one day.

Stop the madness!!! It is time to reuse those cocktail dresses that hang so sadly at the back of your closet. They want to come out and play, and I am here to show you how! No more guilt over having to buy yet another cocktail dress. Your regular daytime to evening activities attire is never going to have looked so good!

So, whip out those forgotten wedding cocktail dresses and get ready to style, style and style some more! It is all about owning the right pieces to mix it up. As my Sass N Style episode shows, choosing the right pieces to pair your dress with makes all the difference. Between the right bobbles, fantastic purse, perfect jacket and a fabulous pair of sandals, you are going to take that cocktail right out of the dress! That certainly does not mean I will take the cocktail out of your hand.

Follow along with my easy and chic tips for making every dress shine for a second or even third time!

Whoever said that wedding style couldn't be over the top and fabulously amazing?!? Certainly classic and elegant will always reign on this wonderful day, but adding that bit of pizzazz can certainly set you apart from the rest of the bridal crowd. I am not talking about donning a black dress or having a themed wedding (although both of these are completely acceptable!). I am blogging about adding that little something that will have your very attentive audience (the wedding guests) talking up a storm!

The headpiece, my dear readers, is a great way to add some personality and individuality to your wedding look. With brides becoming similarly attired, isn't it time to add your own spin to your big day ensemble? The clear answer is a resounding yes!

If stepping out of the box too far is a bit overwhelming for you, I would try a jeweled headband. It is still underneath the realm of classic and elegant yet it is clearly a step away from the ordinary. You are a princess without the typical crown. The other beautiful aspect of utilizing this type of piece is that you will be able to use it after your big day. It is a quick and simple way to add a bit of flash to any outfit!

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Everyone is always looking for that perfect bathing suit, and many of you might be looking for something cute for your honeymoon. The bathing suit that they can slide on without feeling dread and despair or that allows them to actually enjoy the sun without constantly tugging and tucking….Ladies, as your personal online stylist, I think I have found that suit.

There are many teeny tiny bathing suits, finding them is not a problem. Having time to work out five times a week and prepare overly healthy meals to achieve a bikini bod is. So, for the more realistic body types with curves, here is a bathing suit that you can drink a pina colada in on your honeymoon without feeling guilty. Mmmm, pina colada.
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I don't know why I never thought about this before? I dress up for different occasions all the time and consider myself (and my clients) a walking billboard for my styling business. With that said, it’s only recently that I began to post pictures of some of my favorite looks that I think you lovely readers could take away from. So, from here on out, I will make it a habit to take shots of outfits that I truly love -outfits that really make a statement and might serve as a learning tool (basically, outfits that rock ).

Last weekend, I traveled to Cleveland, Ohio from NYC to attend a wedding. I knew not a soul there, including the bride and groom, except for my boyfriend. To me, this only means that I have even more of an opportunity to make a splash! When one's career is to dress people, it is highly important to look the part especially when the audience has never met you before!!!

This lovely recession has even hit this fashionista, so my first mission was to borrow a dress. Find a stylish friend…check! Find a stylish friend who is my size…check! Find a stylish friend who is my size and will lend me a dress for a weekend…check, check and check!!! The lovely Miss Erin Donnelly (Star of Sass N Style: Shop Your Closet) was kind enough to lend me the purple frock above. The yellow tie is from J. Crew and had nothing to do with the dress…that is until we started looking through her closet for something to cinch the dress and the tie jumped out! Most people would never have paired the two together, but that is what really makes “a look”. A dress and heels is one thing, but creating an ensemble is quite another.
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You’ve heard me talk enough about stylist Amy Salinger, she’s written guest posts for us, and she became friends with Laura Nadeau through Weddingbee PRO.  We thought it was about time to make her an official PRO!  So if you have any wedding fashion questions at all, Amy is your gal! Please help me in extending her a warm hive welcome!

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Fashion mavens I am here to hopefully save your fashion day as the newest addition to Weddingbee PRO. From everyday style to wedding day style, I have seen and done it all.  Having worked or appeared on What Not to Wear, Oprah and The Today Show, I know how looking amazing equals feeling amazing. Fashion is so much more than the clothes you choose to put on your back, but that is certainly a good place to start and I am your girl!

Having worked in the industry for around seven years, I have dressed both men and women, ages sixteen through seventy five, sizes 0 through 20….  This knowledge of what looks best on every sex, age and size is what I will deliver to you as a Weddingbee PRO. From the trends to the classics, every person can show off their own flare and personal style just by knowing what works best on them. So now, armed with your very own fashion stylist, you too can rock the red carpet, wedding carpet or shag carpet. Whatever carpet you walk on, you will be sure to look the best!

If you have any fashion questions at all, please feel free to comment below and I’ll try to answer them!

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