All About Weddings

Eureka! The editors at glamour.com have done it again!

Giving us sage & concise advise on one of the many wardrobe predicaments that we've discussed many of times on fab'rik files: what shall I wear to this wedding? and this wedding? and that wedding? What exactly is black tie? What does creative black tie mean? The list goes on and on....

Check out this amazing blog post from Glamour magazine that shall surely guide you in the world of weddings!

Hello There Brides!

Rehearsal dinner The bachelorette party

The honeymoon
Bridal shower or Bridal Luncheon

Since, last week's post was dedicated to those of us attending summer weddings, I felt it was only right to give a little attention to the ladies waiting on their big day!

We know how hard it is to get outfits/dresses for all of your pre/post wedding events, so here at fab'rik we have what we like to call a Bride Brag card. Go into any fab'rik once you're engaged and you receive the ultimate discount card that grants you 20% off every purchase you make between the day you sign up and your special day!

Not only will you have an awesome brides-only discount but all of our stores are stocked with helpful stylists that can help you put together the ultimate engaged-gal wardrobe! We've got everything you need from the engagement party, bridal showers, engagement photos, bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, bridal luncheon, and last but not least, the honeymoon!

Summer Lovin'

We at fab'rik know that this time of the year equals wedding season. It's crazy to me to think that some of my friends have 12 weddings this year!, with the majority in the summer months-- talk about time consuming! & it's also wardrobe consuming: Finding what to wear to each wedding, shower, rehearsal dinner, or any other pre-wedding event can get exhausting. If you're anything like me I don't like to re-wear the same dress to a wedding with the same group of friends, and considering that this has been the year of all my high school friends getting married, keeping the selection versatile without breaking the bank has been quite a challenge!

Thankfully fab'rik has put created a season-appropriate section of our website that can keep you up to date on all things wedding-appropriate. Whether you're heading to a high-noon wedding, an afternoon affair, or a glitzy summer soirée-- be sure to check out our weddings section online to stay fresh for all future weddings!

The Royal Red Carpet

The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge The Duchess's second dress, also a Sarah Burton design for Alexander McQueen.
The newlyweds with their bridal party

Catherine's sister, Pippa, heading to the dinner in her second dress by Temperly London.

The sisters, both in Alexander McQueen.

The lace appliqué on the skirt of the dress was handmade by the Royal School of Needlework using the carrickmacross technique. The lace on the dress was Catherine's "something old". The dress was adorned with hand cut English lace & French Chantilly on the ivory silk gazar skirt with 58 covered buttons clasping the back of the dress. Blue ribbon was was added to the skirt as well to be Kate's "something blue".

The tiara was Kate's "something borrowed", from HRH the Queen of England. This Cartier "halo" tiara was given to Queen Elizabeth by her father on her eighteenth birthday.

Kate's diamond earrings by Robinson Pelham were here "something new" given to her by her parents. The oak-leaf & acorn design was carefully crafted to replicate the Middleton family's new coat of arms.

The official kiss! One of two of them :)

The stunning bride.

Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen creation.

Everyone knows that I love everything that has to do with fashion: textures, colors, fabrics, accessories, silhouettes, designers, models, fashion shows-- you name it, I love it.

However, in the past couple of years of girlfriends getting hitched and then myself recently planning my own wedding, I have found a new obsession (literally): weddings.
So when the world is hosting the most regal & fashion conscious wedding for all of us to see: I am the fanatic sitting on the couch at 5am waiting for all things fashion and, of course, wedding.

When I was younger Lady Di could do no wrong. Every time she graced the pages of a magazine I was always in awe of her beauty & grace. Her fashion sense & poise was truly one of a princess. We always knew it would take a very special someone to even hold a candle to her presence.

I still remember already loving everything that Catherine Middleton was wearing several years ago when her and Prince William were merely girlfriend/boyfriend. As their relationship progressed, so did her sense of style. She too possesses that certain 'je ne sais quoi' quality that Diana did so well. She wears simple dresses & suits paired with the perfect shoes & accessories so effortlessly.

I, along with 2 billion others, watched and waited Friday morning in immense anticipation to see what Princess Catherine would don on her most special day. I had been hoping and wishing that she would choose British designer Alexander McQueen, so when I heard that Sarah Burton was the designer I knew it was going to be a spectacular creation. The late genius himself would be so proud of what his new Creative Director has so thoughtfully constructed for the future Queen.

In my eyes it was royal wedding perfection-- I don't think they could have done anything better than they did. The neckline, the lace, the train, the silhouette, the veil, the tiara: all came together to create the most perfect bride. The tender moments between the young couple also made this a wedding everyone will be talking about for years and years to come.

Fall in Love

One of my best friends is walking down the aisle this weekend :) For this particular wedding I got lucky: all I have to do is slide on my bridesmaid's dress but for those of you that are attending fall weddings as guests... here's a little crash course!
Shopping for weddings in general is always very tricky. We've already discussed this subject once before. However, each season is a new monster in the wedding attire world & fall seems to be the most challenging of all. The weather is so unpredictable (hello, it was 50 degrees last week & 85 this week!) & depending on the time of the wedding, you can get a real headache weighing out all of your viable options.
Basic Black-- I know, I know you're not attending a funeral. However, if you're attending a fall wedding in the evening this is your best and safest bet. It will allow you to accessorize according to the occasion & of course can be worn on various other occasions!
Fall Hues-- A given. But anything in the browns, plums, taupes, rust colors is always so beautiful when the leaves are changing.
Layers-- See what summer dresses you can wear with either a cardigan or tights to make a summery dress translate well into the fall months. Even think wraps, shawls, capes, & scarves to help you take your look year round.
Layers, more specifically: Blazers-- Use this classic piece every girl should have in their closet to not only make a look more conservative (especially for a church ceremony) but to stay warm if the temperature drops after the sun goes down! Cocktail-- If you're attending an after 5 wedding, any sort of cocktail dress (not to revealing or short of course) is a perfect option! Throw on a cute pump or bootie & you're ready to go!
Timing is everything-- The actual time the ceremony is taking place is the key factor to determining attire for any wedding. A cute skirt & cardigan combo is perfect for an afternoon wedding while a dressier option is most suitable for evening.

Fab'rik City Walk manager Meredith & her husband Rob at a fall wedding this past weekend! Meredith's wearing one of our many fab'rik dresses! Only $72.

fab'rik Brides Save A Lot Before They Tie the Knot!

What could be a more joyous occasion than a wedding? If all goes as planned (that is your great-aunt Lizzy stays away from the bar, your crazy uncle Jimmy doesn't get on the mic for Kenny Roger's "The Gambler" and your old roomie from the sorority house doesn't tell all your dirty secrets during her toast), you're in for the best weekend of your life!

fab'rik knows how exciting but stressful wedding planning can be, so we make it easy with our Bride Brag program! Haven't heard of it? We guarantee once you get the bling, you won't want to miss a thing in stores! fab'rik offers brides-to-be 20% off all purchases up until the big day. Just come in and let us know when the wedding is, and after we "ooh" and "ahh" over the goods on that left hand, we'll offer you an exclusive card to present to your personal shopper each time you buy.



Photo by Adore Amore Photography

One of our fave customers Candace (yep, that's her above!) found the perfect dress at fab'rik for her engagement photo shoot. We love how lady-like ruffles cascade down the front of the dress! And could that color look any more stunning with her hair and complexion? With her obvious sense of style and sassiness, Candace totally owns the position of a fabulous fab'rik bride. And we think her fiance James is pretty darn cute too!

Be sure to stop in your nearest fab'rik to get on board. It pays to be a bride-to-be. Only fab'rik gives you the "cred before you wed!" Email angelique@fabrikatlanta.com for any further questions you might have!

And for a honeymoon idea, might we suggest the beautiful resort Cap Juluca on the island of Anguilla in the British West Indies? STUNNING! Don't even get me started on how much fun picking honeymoon clothing is!