Tis’ the season of giving, so what better than to receive a gift of glorious, glamorous, sparkle-n-shine inspiration to help spread plenty of holiday cheer this season? Whether you’re planning a holiday party, or sprinkling on the final sugary details to your winter wedding, we hope to help inspire you to make every little detail an absolute delight!

Bling in the holidays with a few of our favorites from the winter blog wonderlands aplenty…

Think 'Pretty in Pink' Cheer!

The Perfect Party Dress is a MUST!

And don't forget a mistletoe-ready mane!

Ring in the Bling!

Prance like a Party-Perfect Princess!

You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and VIXEN...

Wishing for a Wonderland of Winter White...

Festive table decor - just add tinsel!

Make everyone on your list an Angel...

Deck the halls with sticks and candles...

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM LITTLE WHITE DRESS BRIDAL SHOP!

On such a spooktacular day, we can’t help but fondly remember all of the frightfully fun and creative Halloween brides we’ve had throughout the years!  And, like the eyes of a Jack-o-Lantern, we’re all lit up with excitement and energy (could have been all the candy we’ve eaten) by the gorgeous Halloween wedding inspiration pictures popping up around the web today.

Below, a few of our favorites…

A Ghoulishly Glamorous Wedding Storyboard

Even Tom Burton Would Love THIS Halloween Bride & Groom

A Haunted Halloween Venue...Be Careful Where You Roam...

Spooktacular Sweets are a MUST!

The Mysterious Murder Mansion Venue...Will You Be There When The Lights Go Out?

Gorgeous & Glam Halloween Photo Props - We LOVE These!

Vampiressly Vibrant Spiderweb Table Decor

Beetlejuice-esque Beauty

Signature Croak-tail Glasses

Try a Perfect Pumpkin Signature Cocktail, Praying Mantis or a Corpse Reviver!

A Haunted Halloween Wedding Storyboard

So, as we prepare to ourselves for the loads of eye candy we’re already guaranteed to be sweet on – layers of lace, tousles of tulle, aisles of organza, seas of satin and so much more – we fondly reflect on some impressionable trends of the past century…

Bridal in the 1940's

1940′s: A common trend of this decade was the sheath dress, thinner waists and cap sleeves.

Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face, kick-starting new Bridal Trends in the 1950's

1950′s: The emergence of ballgown-esque dresses with shorter hemlines, quite similar to the poodle skirts that were popular for everyday wear, along with defined necklines, cap sleeves, very intentional sharp angle cuts in the fabric, and a smaller waistline.

Carolina Herrera's 1968 Bride Style

1960's Bridal

1960′s: Enter the revived empire wedding dress, a high-waisted dress, gathered near or just under the bust with a long, loose skirt, which skims the body – especially flattering to pear-shaped women.

Bridal in the 1970's

Margaux Hemingway's 1975 Wedding

1970′s: Two major trends marked this decade: an off-the-shoulder shawl or high neckline (as pictured above, many times used to make spaghetti-strapped dresses more modest) or Grecian-inspired gowns.

Donna Karan herself captures Bridal Style of 1980's

1980′s: Three words: Big Hair, Big Shoulders, Big Day.

Carolyn Bessette's Bride Style in the 1990's

1990′s: Big and bold are two words that come to mind. Elements of the late 80′s – noteably big shoulders, puffy sleeves and bows – stayed for a few years, embellished with excessive embroidery and beading, before brides started asking for more free-flowing, fluid materials, sexier and streamlined looks, plunging V-necks, strapless necklines and sleeveless gowns that showcased bare arms.

Color is IN in the 2000's

Portia de Rossi stunned the guests in a pink blush ballgown during her vows to Ellen DeGeneres

Gwen Stefani WOWed in a pink, hand-dyed gown

2000′s: Color! In many ways, adding color is reflective of the new millennium trend toward individuality. Also, silhouette becomes a focal point with the introduction of the ‘Fit & Flare’ gown.

2010 is a Bridal Style Decade Remix!

2010 Bridal Style - Destination Diva

2010′s: Don’t call it a comeback! This is when we see past styles from every decade emerge with sexier, slinkier silhouettes, belted waistlines, tea-length and asymmetrical necklines and waistlines.

What's To Come In 2012???

2012: What’s to come this year???

Audrey in Claire Pettibone's "Kristene"

What a hard day’s work to look so mountain chic! Located in the heart of Estes Park, Wild Basin Lodge is elegant, rustic and pristine, and it made the picture perfect backdrop for our photo shoot with Garrett Hacking of photography g. Gorgeously outfitted by Little White Dress Bridal Shop (but of course!), the team also featured models Ashley and Audrey, hair by Laurie Edwards of The Side Door Salon in Boulder, make up by Sally Walker and Breanna Ortola of Alchemy Mineral Blends and Hillary of the Wild Basin Lodge. Thanks to such an amazing group of people for a truly memorable day!

Ashley in Badgley Mischka’s “Leonora” gown and “Castellano” sash

Ashley after a hard day's work!

Audrey in Badgley Mischka's "Castellano"

Black & White: Audrey in Badgley Mischka's "Castellano"

Audrey in Claire Pettibone's "Kristene"

Why?  1) They’re exclusively available in Colorado at Little White Dress Bridal Shop…2) Because no matter the style of your gown – neckline, silhouette or waistline – there’s a sash option that has YOUR perfect bridal style written all over it…3) Sashes enhance the silhouette of any gown – flattering any shape…4) They amp up a gown from ceremony-to-reception in a demure but fashion-forward, always picture-perfect way…and 5) Sashes are a meaningful piece to wear on your wedding day, on each anniversary or to pass down through the family.

And – whether you’re all about emanating Old Hollywood glam, vintage chic or modern madame - then a Badgley Mischka belt is for YOU. Packed with sparkles, beads, pearls and more, sashes are the perfect way to help create the aisle-ready bridal look you’ve always dreamed of.

Here are a few examples to help you pick YOUR dream day look from Little White Dress!

Badgley Mischka, featured in Inside Weddings Magazine, Fall 2011

Badgley Mischka's "Fifi" gown and "Laura" sash

The "Laura" belt close up - this one is a MUST SEE in person! After the big day, you can even pair it with a simple day dress to sass up your street style!

Badgley Mischka's "Keeneland" gown and "Rebecca" belt

The "Rebecca" belt close up - it's so full of teeny, sparkly beads and adds the perfect amount of shine!

Badgley Mischka's "Castellano" gown and "Castellano" sash

The Castellano belt close up - tiny floral, rhinestone, lace and beaded details make us swoon over this sash!

Make your appointment today to come see the entire Badgley Mischka collection of gowns and sashes in person – ONLY at Little White Dress in Denver! 303814.8972

With a completely full appointment book for the Claire Pettibone Trunk Show, LWD was buzzing with excitement, “It’s The ONE!” wedding dress anticipation, overwhelming amounts of ‘oohs’ and ‘ahhs’ from admiring friends & family…and SO many favorite Claire gowns!

Here are just a few of the gorgeous gowns that our brides picked as THEIR most amazing wedding gown this weekend, paired with fabulous matching accessories by Love Veils, Maria Elena and many more!

Claire Pettibone's Luna with a Maria Elena headpiece

Claire Pettibone's Cassandra with a Veil Trends hair piece

Claire Pettibone's Constance with a Love Veil

Claire Pettibone's Lydia with a Love Veils headpiece in Minneapolis

Claire Pettibone's Nocturne

Claire Pettibone's Kristene

Claire Pettibone's Cloisonne

Stay tuned into our Event Calendar for more fabulous events to come!

July 1 – 31: Sample Sale! 30-60% off on designer gowns, jewelry, veils and more!

Sale! Veils, Special Occasion Dresses & Flower Girl Dresses.

Sale! Jewelry, Hairpins, Sashes & more.

July 11 – 24: Justina McCaffrey Trunk Show. Meet the designer herself on July 23 and 24!

July 30-31: Love Veils & Accessories Trunk Show. Meet with designer Cori Middlebrooks for custom pieces or choose from her existing collection of gorgeous hair accessories.

August 5: First Fridays at LWD. More of an ‘open house’-style event. Stop by and say hello – AND receive 10% savings on our entire collection of handbags by Sondra Roberts, Moyna and Felicity!

Plus…OUR BADGLEY MISCHKA DRESSES ARE IN!!! Make your appointment today to shop our collection and find your high-fashion, fabulous, absolutely PERFECT wedding gown!

Badgley Mischka "Tracy"

We look forward to seeing you at one – or all – of our fabulous upcoming events! Please call us if you have any questions and to make your appointment! 303.814.8972

Little White Dress Bridal Shop was recently selected as the exclusive home of Justina McCaffrey’s Haute Couture Bridal Collection in Colorado, so we’re through-the-roof thrilled to host our first-ever Justina McCaffrey Trunk Show this month, July 11-24th!

Described by Conde Nast Traveler as “a riot of swirling white silk,” Justina McCaffrey designs are perfect for the bride who wishes for a romantic dress that exudes an air of tradition, simplicity and elegance. On the runway, Justina has continually launched a high-art blend of movement and silk. Her vision of beauty and grace shine through in a magical way, presenting each bride with a blend of her own Prince Charming, a touch of Alice in Wonderland and a dash of Disney’s Fantasia.

On July 23 and July 24th, Justina HERSELF will be here to help brides find their own, perfect, fabulous and AMAZING wedding gown from her collection. Make your appointment today to meet the designer, shop the collection…and find The One!

Make your appointment today to try on ”Pam” and our entire Fancy New York collection at Little White Dress Bridal Shop!

Fancy New York, as seen in Unveiled Magazine's Spring 2011 issue.

A close up of Fancy New York's "Pam", seen in Unveiled Magazine.

As seen in Martha Stewart Weddings, our Justin Alexander (style 9665) radiates pure bow beauty with a crystal embellished bust-line bow. This looks fantastic on smaller busts to provide balance and subtle bling.

Our Justin Alexander 9665, as seen on page 120 in the current Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine

In store, we have SO MANY options for adding bows and accessorizing with bows to perfectly AMP up your special occasion outfit and wedding day look! See the below options, then make your appointment to bow-tique yourself!

Maria Elena Bracelet - Style 4057 with Satin Bow

Sondra Roberts Clutch - Style R47809B Satin Bow Purse

Love Veils - "Charleston" Bow

Avine Perucci - Style 541 with Sash Bow

Alvina Valenta 9034 with Waist Bow

Alvina Valenta 9082 with Shoulder Bow