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We delve into the exhilarating highlights of White Gallery 2024, where visionary creators and trendsetters converged to redefine the future of bridal fashion. Read the full article below. #bridalbuyer #bridalbuyermagazine #bridaltrade #mybridalbuyer #bridalretailer #bridalbusiness

Trends In Bridal Fashion: What Brides Want In 2024 Wedding bells are ringing, and brides-to-be everywhere are anticipating their special day. But before walking down the aisle, there's one essential task on every bride's checklist: finding the perfect wedding dress. #Fashion #Wedding #WomensClothing

Educating future brides is essential! And it's great marketing, too. Way too often, we in the bridal industry are focus too much on pushing certain brands, collections or designs. Obviously making brides aware of what we offer is important as well. However, if we want brides to have a truly great experience and associate positive emotions with us, we need to educate them as well. Most brides have no idea about how the buying process works, let alone the intricacies of the bridal fashion market. This is a great example by Casablanca Bridal how to it.

Justin Alexander chose Bridal Week Harrogate March as the location to launch their SS25 collections earlier this year. We caught up with the international powerhouse to get an insight into the collections and what the weekend had in store for their retailers. To read the full article, click the link below. #bridalbuyer #bridalbuyermagazine #bridaltrade #mybridalbuyer #bridalretailer #bridalbusiness

FOUR essential tips for customizing your bridal shoes. 1. Stick to What You Know- Comfort is key on your big day. If you love block heels, stick to them! Customize within your comfort zone to ensure you're at ease throughout the event. 2. Coordinate with Your Attire- If you have three pairs of shoes for your wedding events, match each with your outfits. If you're going with just two, choose versatile options like rose gold and either gold or silver. These colors complement most bridal looks beautifully. 3. Heel Height- Brides often worry about matching their fiancé’s height, but remember, your comfort comes first! Wear heels that boost your confidence. Your happiness and confidence will shine through more than any heel height ever could. 4. Bridal Sneakers - Consider a pair of bridal sneakers or sneaker wedges. They're lightweight and perfect for dancing the night away without any discomfort. Remember, your wedding is about celebrating your love and joy. Choose shoes that make you feel confident and comfortable! #handmadeshoes #madetoorder #customise #bridalshoes #weddings #bridalsneakers

Say yes to resale!! Kleinfeld Bridal officially enters the resale arena. Kleinfeld’s is famously known for being the focus of TLC’s hit show “Say Yes to the Dress.” This is a big deal because of their exposure – the magnitude of their reach is outstanding. With dresses for several different budgets, another player is saying, it’s OK to wear a dress that was preloved. “The marketplace to buy and sell your wedding gown, with the most trusted brand in bridal.” All gowns go through a thorough inspection to insure authenticity and quality. Each inspection is video recorded. They don’t charge a commission on sales – instead, they charge a monthly listing fee. Worldwide, 70%+ consumers plan to buy used goods this year with 86% buying or selling pre-loved items in the last 12 months (eBay 2024 Recommerce Report, May). The secondhand market is projected to reach $276 Billion with a B by 2028 (Recommerce Report, 2023). Would you or someone close to use buy a preloved wedding dress? What about my Gen Z network reading this? P.S. I don’t consider myself extremely superstitious, but part of me is wondering, what’s the story of the woman who wore this dress before? Did she have a happily ever after? Will her vibes carry forward to me if I wear it – good or bad? #resale #preloved #secondhand #wedding #weddingdress #bridal #dress #retail

Last month, searches for “vintage white dresses” shot up 54% compared to the year prior (the RealReal first saw demand for wedding attire pick up towards the end of 2021). Social Media has created dress overexposure - wedding albums are now curated Instagram galleries, and the chances of having the same look as another woman has ticked up significantly — so for increasingly many women, a unique vintage dress is the way to go. Galia Lahav soft launched Re:Galia with Treet in March, potentially signifying an industry-wide shift in the bridal resale landscape. The success of the platform hinges on Galia being able to reimagine and cater to what customers want - effectively bridging the gap between the growing secondhand and vintage market with the bridal market. Many brides still want to experience that special in-person moment. But for brides like Hailey Bieber, Alexandra Cooper (Call Her Daddy), and Sofia Richie Grainge, having multiple outfit changes lined up for their big day is to be expected. And many ladies are purchasing luxury labels secondhand to be able to participate too (plus it’s really great for the environment)! 🌍🛍️

Bridal fashion in 2024 is set for a transformative shift, blending tradition with modernity. From mermaid silhouettes to heirloom revival sentiments, expect extravagant celebrations with a touch of nostalgia. Click to read more: https://lnkd.in/gKxdG59A #bridalfashion #weddingtrends #bridetobe2024 #indianapparel #apparelnews #fashionnews #dailynews

"Do you know why I chose fashion art? Because it is so close to happiness. Can't wait to see the joy it brings to a special bride on her big day! 💍 While this gown isn't my original design, I poured my heart into every stitch, bringing this vision to life. I sewed it completely and am thrilled to share one of my latest bridal creations! #BridalDesign #DreamDress #FashionDesign"