You may remember Rami Kashou from Season 4 of Project Runway. Known for his incredible draping skills, he came in second, as the runner up to Christian Siriano. Though he didn’t win, Rami has been keeping busy over the years, most recently competing on TV again on Project Runway All Stars and lending his brilliant draping and construction talents to bebe on their new Rami Kashou for bebe bridal collection. Honestly, we would have never imagined a trendy retailer like bebe going the bridal route, but with Rami’s touch, the collection of wedding gowns are equal parts elegant, sexy, classic...  Read More..

Dear What’s Haute, I’m having an island wedding this summer and I would like a pop of color under my dress. I’m looking for a coral or turquoise pump or sandal that is around 3″ or less and I would prefer not to spend an arm and a leg. Can you please give me some suggestions? Sincerely, Destination bride -Dear Destination bride, Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! It’s always fun to add a pop of color to an all-white ensemble when you get married. And a bright pair of shoes is the right way to go! We found eight pairs of evening-style shoe options for you, in...  Read More..

When you hear the name Vera Wang, wedding dresses inevitably come to mind. She has been making gorgeous gowns for years, but the prices (with the exception of stalking bridal sample sales) have kept many a bride from living the Vera Wang dress dream. Her recent partnership with David’s Bridal puts an end to wistful gown wanting, and makes buying a Vera Wang original a reality for the bride-to-be! And don’t think that because they are lower-priced, they are any less gorge. These stunning gowns make me want to say “I do” all over again! Vera’s exclusive collection for David’s...  Read More..

As much as I write about bags, bags and more bags, you’d think the first thing I’d nail down for my wedding is a handbag! But lo and behold, the big day is a month away and the only thing I have yet to get is a bag! Maybe it’s because I’m not a huge evening bag kind of girl. I’d take a large shoulder bag, satchel or hobo over an evening bag any day! But I know a big bag would look absolutely ridiculous with my princess wedding gown so a small clutch or minaudiere will have to do for the day. And I do love the beauty of a good jeweled clutch. I’ve been browsing...  Read More..

Wondering what to gift the tough-as-nails bride? Try the TOM BINNS Tough Chic Skull & Rhinestone Earrings. This cool mix of rhinestones and edgy skulls are sure to satisfy her ‘something new’ traditions with her ‘something badass’ tendencies. Made of rhodium, these dangling earrings feature a sterling silver skull post with tiered crystals hanging 3.75″ below. The combination of silver and stones blends so perfectly, if you blink you might miss the skull smiling at you! She’ll certainly be unlike any other bride before her. Need another reason to buy? Michelle...  Read More..

Let’s keep it real – every girl wants a couple of carats on her finger. That’s ‘carats’ though, not ‘carrots’. Jewelry designer Solange Azagury-Partridge ‘s new “Tough Love” 30-piece bridal collection pokes fun at a girl’s best friend by replacing a diamond with a carrot atop one ring. Other cheeky pieces include a double decker diamond ring and a diamond-studded lips ring. The launch will take place in May in the form of a bridal shower at the designer’s studio – complete with cocktails and manicures. Prices range from $1,500-$226,000. Ed:...  Read More..

Just when I thought my search for bridal shoes was over, I found out some news that made me pause. I just discovered French-inspired, Brazilian-crafted footwear brand Pour La Victoire is set to launch its bridal footwear line in March! Imagine the European-styling of a sexy Pour La Victoire shoe combined with the elegance of a beautiful bridal gown and ta-da! – you’ve got a gorgeous collection of fashion-forward wedding footwear. I checked out the collection and there are some interesting looks, including your typical heels, flats and wedges, embellished with bows, beading, lace, crystals,...  Read More..

Typically a woman who strongly believes ‘less is more’ when it comes to my face, I do want to spice things up for my wedding. However, my day-to-day beauty and makeup regimen consists of little more than facial moisturizer, the occasional bit of bronzer, and my Chanel Glossimer lip gloss. Although I want to ‘do it big’ on my eyes and cheeks for the big day, I’ll keep my lips simple with the low-key Glossimer. I have been using Glossimer for years, since I first saw it on Jada Pinkett Smith in a fashion and beauty spread in Essence Magazine. And I’ve been hooked...  Read More..

On your wedding day, doesn’t the perfect gown deserve the perfect shoe? Unfortunately, most bridal shoes are dyeable versions that make your day less wedding, more prom. Luckily, designers Badgley Mischka realized the lack of bridal shoe options and came up with some beautiful selections to blissfully grace my soon-to-be-betrothed feet. I can’t stop eyeing the Badgley Mischka Women’s Randee T-Strap Sandal – in multiple colors so it CAN be worn again. The pink is lovely and the gold satin is divine, but the ivory is a perfect match for my two (yes two!) wedding gowns. Made...  Read More..

In planning my wedding, I’ve planned my look down to the last detail. Wedding gown? Check. Floral bouquet? Check. Shoes and accessories? Check. Makeup and hair? Still to be determined. But then it dawned on me that I hadn’t yet chosen a fragrance for the most special day of my life. Since my wedding look consists of a mix of traditional, sensual, glamorous, haute couture and sophisticated, I decided on two perfect perfumes for that big day. Dior J’adore eau de parfum is “radiant, sensual, sophisticated” and for the “confident, sensual woman who celebrates her...  Read More..

WHAT: Saks Fifth Avenue New York Bridal Salon hosts bridal sample sale at its New York flagship store WHY: 70% off original retail prices on hundreds of gowns from the foremost designers including Vera Wang, Reem Acra, Amsale, Kenneth Pool, Monique Lhuillier, Anna Maier, Ulla-Maija, Melissa Sweet, and more! WHEN: Wednesday, December 2, 2009 – Sunday, December 6, 2009 Store is open Wednesday through Saturday 10 to 8:30, Sunday 10 to 8 WHERE: Saks Fifth Avenue New York, Fifth Avenue between 49th and 50th Streets, On Nine Share and Enjoy  Read More → Read More..

As a bride-to-be, I find myself following a lot of wedding traditions, but the fashionista in me wants to add a little haute couture to my wedding day look. So I’ve already purchased a gown that’s equal parts traditional and couture and now am on the hunt for some non-traditional accessories. My strapless gown begs for a bit of adornment around my neck and I feel a simple necklace just won’t do. So I’ve been considering a jeweled bib necklace. It worked for Beyonce at the Golden Globes – she wore a 200 carat diamond bib necklace by Lorraine Schwartz. Now while I am no...  Read More..

On the hunt for the perfect (non-traditional) bridal bag, I may have finally found one that fits the bill. The Diamond Clutch by Aspinal of London looks like a million bucks (but is just under $500). This handmade beauty comes in silver mirror calfskin, (there’s also a brown mock croc version), and features a removable nickel chain and a chic clasp closure, complete with a diamond inset on the signature shield. Diamonds and handbags – two of this girl’s best friends, ‘clutched’ together in one glitzy little package! Dimensions of the bag – 5″ x 10 x 1.5″;...  Read More..