2009-02-23 14:44:52 by SMARTBRIDE

INSPIRATION: Get Red Carpet Style from the Oscars on a Budget

TAGS: THE OSCARS, RED CARPET, WEDDING GOWN, WEDDING DRESS, BRIDAL GOWN, SARAH JESSICA PARKER, MELISSA GEORGE, ALFRED SUNG, MARISA TOMEI, CHRISTINA WU, ALVINA VALENTA, EVAN RACHEL WOOD

Many of our 2009 wedding style predictions came true on the Red Carpet at the Academy Awards last night! SmartBride predicted (ok - maybe 'desperately hoped for') a few figure flattering trends, and we hit the trend jackpot at last night’s Oscars.


  • Pleats are coming on strong, rivaling beading and embroidery on necklines, hemlines and bodices. They make a dress look elegant and sophisticated without looking busy.

  • Soft fullness and floral embellishments replace heavy tiered skirts.

  • Resurgence of the Off-white Evening Gown

  • Mermaid style gowns with interesting necklines.


Let us show you how you can have Red Carpet style for your wedding and stay on budget! Click on the images to go straight to the dress for sale on SmartBrideBoutique.ca.


Penelope Cruz inspired wedding gown by MaxAzria
Penelope wore a vintage dress she'd seen 8 years earlier by Pierre Balmain. It's over 60 years old, but is still fashionable today. You can have the same look with this Antique ...

2009-05-22 14:55:29 by SMARTBRIDE

Top Wedding Gown Picks: May 22

TAGS: TOP PICKS, USED WEDDING DRESSES, BRIDAL GOWN, WEDDING GOWN, WEDDING DRESS, ALFRED SUNG, CASABLANCA

Summer is in the air and so many of you may already be in the process of getting bridesmaid dresses for your bestest friends. That's why our pick of the week is:

1. Ready Made Bridesmaid!
A smart bride in Toronto has posted 3 beautiful bridesmaid dresses in sizes 2, 4 and 6. These are unworn and in a beautiful violet colour. The pick ups and crinoline really add some extra detail and make it a fun party dress. This is a great example of how you can be both the best bride ever (according to your bridesmaids) and budget friendly. If you want all 3, be prepared to negotiate!


Jasmine Bridal Style #B1048 Bridesmaid Dress

Have a look through our other top wedding gown picks this week to see what's catching our eye!

2009-06-28 08:30:00 by SMARTBRIDE

Smart Bride's Strapless Alternatives

TAGS: USED WEDDING DRESSES, WATTERS BRIDAL, PRONOVIAS, VENUS, ALFRED SUNG, BARBARA ALLIN, PALOMA BLANCA, CLASSIC, TOP PICKS, V NECK, LACE

We know that most brides opt for a strapless wedding gown on their big day, but we also know there are a few of you out there willing to go beyond the strapless! This week's top picks are dedicated to the smart brides who dare to not go bare. We've selected our top 10 favourite non strapless dresses - in no particular order. Click on the images to go straight to the dress for sale on SmartBrideBoutique.ca.


1. Vintage glam.
Our first dress retails for $1500 and is being sold on the site for just $200! This ivory silk crepe is bias-cut with cap sleeves and plunging V neckline for a sexy vintage look. Simple and different, this dress can be accessorised to suit many styles.

Used Watters Wedding Gown, size 6

2009-11-08 07:30:00 by SMARTBRIDE

Alfred Sung Wedding Dresses

TAGS: TOP PICKS, ALFRED SUNG, WEDDING GOWN, USED WEDDING DRESSES, BRIDAL GOWN, WEDDING DRESS

“I love beauty, and what is more beautiful to see than a bride on her wedding day?”

This quote comes from Alfred Sung, one of Canada’s top fashion designers, especially when it comes to wedding gowns. This week we’ve decided to feature a selection of Alfred Sung’s gowns posted on SmartBride Boutique. The silhouettes range from classically elegant to sumptuously romantic, but thanks to other smart brides out there, you won’t have to pay designer prices for these fabulous styles!
Alfred Sung #6688Wedding Dress


As always, browse our picks below and click on the image to be taking directly to the posting on SmartBride Boutique.

2010-04-05 07:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE

Ruffles for a Romantic & Ravishing Wedding Dress

TAGS: USED WEDDING DRESSES, TOP PICKS, MELISSA SWEET, MICHELLE ROTH, ALFRED SUNG, ALFRED ANGELO, PRONOVIAS, WEDDING DRESS TRENDS, RUFFLES, WEDDING DRESS, BRIDAL DRESS, WEDDING GOWN

This week’s hot picks take their cue from the Spring/Summer 2010 runways, where ruffles are being seen everywhere, in all shapes and sizes. Ruffles add a girly, and often romantic accent to clothes, and if you consider yourself a bit of a romantic, especially for your big day, we've rounded up our top 5 ravishing ruffle looks….all available for a fraction of their retail price of course!


Alfred Sung Wedding Dress