Featured Designer: Lillian West

Modern trends...bo-ho inspired...romantic designs....all things that describe one of our newest designers Lillian West. Parent company, Justin Alexander, came out with the Lillian West line to offer a simple and rustic option to modern brides. The line brings incredibly unique laces and lightweight styles which perfectly compliments so many Texas wedding venues. Read on to see our top sellers as well as an exciting announcement at the end!

Style 6515

Top seller here at Amour Bridal is style 6515.

You have the option to have this dress with or without the slit. This lightweight chiffon gown is perfect for battling a hot summer wedding here in Texas.

Style 6422

Second up is style 6422.

Very similar to style 6515 just with sleeves a thicker lace. Can you believe that back!?

Style 6486

I am such a sucker for a key hole back! This dress will really show off your curves!

Style 6461

This dress brings such a different look! There is a touch of bling throughout the lace and the light tulle bottom flows so nicely.

JOIN US FRIDAY JUNE 1 - SUNDAY JUNE 3

LILLIAN WEST TRUNK SHOW!!!

We will have all the dresses from the Fall 2018 collection in store for 1 weekend only! These dresses are not yet in stores so you don't want to miss this SNEAK PEAK.

Say yes to your dress during the trunk show and save 10%!!!*

*(only applies to Lillian West gowns)

To book your appointment please call 512-596-5683

Wedding trends for 2018 we love!!

Wedding Wire came out with a list of wedding trends in 2018 and here are just a few that we love!

New Age Bohemian Style – Although rustic will always be on trend here in Texas 😊, we also love the refreshing, casual feel of boho style. This is ideal for that bride that wants a laid-back vibe but doesn’t want such a country feel. A Lilian West gown would be the perfect centerpiece to a boho-inspired wedding!

Darker, richer hues – Chiffon and blush tones have had their moment and will always be a beautiful option but 2018 is all about richness! Think bolder tones with richer fabrics! And keep in mind that you can pull off these deeper hues year-round! Try bringing in accent colors that are bolder…If you want blush bridesmaids' dresses, try accenting them with some roses in a deep wine tone.

Velvet – Velvet is BACK! And it is not just for the winter anymore. Think about bringing in this richer fabric on a cocktail table in a seasonal color. Need something blue? Try some soft blue velvet heels for a stunning detail that is right on trend. The velvet is an unexpected choice that will really set your wedding apart.

Check out the entire list here!! --> https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/2018-wedding-trends

Wedding Gown Alterations - What you need to know

When it comes to wedding gowns, every bride dreams of that perfect dress with the perfect fit. What brides may not realize going into the shopping experience is that a dress most likely will not fit perfectly when it arrives. A majority of wedding gowns will need at least some alterations.

Before ordering a special order gown for any customer we take bust, waist, and hip measurements. We then look at the specific designer size chart (because each designer has their own size chart - of course they don't make it easy for us retailers!). This will also help us know what may be needed in terms of alterations. For example - a customer may be a size 8 in the bust but a size 12 based on their waist measurement. We always recommend ordering off the largest measurements. Why? Because gowns can be taken in but they can not necessarily be taken out. We want to make sure the dress will be able to achieve that perfect fit, even if it means having the seamstress take it in!

Since we do not offer in house alterations, this can be a bit of a challenge as brides want to know how much alterations will cost them. This is tricky because there are several things that will factor into the price. It depends on the material, what exactly needs to be done, if there is a lot of intricate bead work (beading will certainly be more expensive), how many layers need to be hemmed, and if there is lace lining hemline. Although we can't give an exact number, we can usually tell if the dress will be on the higher end to alter or on the lower end. It is important to factor the cost of alterations into your wedding gown budget (we'll talk a little more about average costs below).

To help guide you, we turned an expert in the field, Sabrina Garcia, with Divine Alterations in Round Rock. She is our preferred seamstress and have worked closely with her since the day we opened.

1. When should a bride bring her dress in for alterations and how many fittings can she expect to have?

Two to three month before the wedding (or bridal portraits if any) is best to start alterations. 2-4 fitting are usually required for a wedding dress.

2. What is the average cost of alterations? This is certainly a broad question as it can vary so much but is there a high/low average?

On the low side alteration can be as low as $180-280 if not much alterations are needed and/or it's a fairly simple dress. On the high side alterations can be as much as $800-1000 if the dress has lots of beading or lace, or if it needs extensive alterations and/or needs to be modified from its original design. Usually hemlines are the most expensive part on a wedding dress alteration. If the dress has a lace hem line alterations just for the hem can cost $300-400.

3. What is one thing you wish brides new before coming in for alterations?

- That they bring their shoes and undergarments to each fitting.

- That they mention all the alterations they need on their first fitting that way we can lock in a price. For example if they want the belt sewn in or to add buttons or straps, it's best that they mention all these details on the first fitting rather than on the second or third fitting in order to avoid price changes.

- That they mention to me if they are in the process of loosing weight that way we can start first fitting closer to the date rather than too soon.

- That they mention to me if they are pregnant that way we can coordinate fittings accordently.

4. We always order dresses the appropriate size for each bride but often times they are in between sizes. Is it best to order too big or too small, and why?

Ordering bigger is always best as sometimes dresses don't have that much fabric to be let out.

I really hope this helps all you brides out there shopping for a wedding dress. Always remember to set a budget for your dress and keep in mind you'll need to also pay for alterations. Although we can't give quotes on alteration costs, we will always do our best to help guide you and help you find that perfect dress with (hopefully) minimal alterations!

We always love hearing from brides or newly weds...Is there something we missed or you wish you had known before your alterations appointment? Send us an email to amourbridaltexas@gmail.com

For all your formal wear alteration needs be sure to check out Sabrina and her team of awesome seamstresses at:

http://www.thedivineco.com/

(512) 272-8963

1100 Round Rock Ave,

Round Rock, TX 7868