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Say “I do”
The Princess Bride. Thank Meghan Markle for the resurgence of clean, minimal and elegant silhouettes. Mikado bridal ball gown from the Moonlight Collection, featuring a bateau neckline and full fairytale-like chapel gown. Price upon request at Fancia Bridal in Downers Grove, fanciabridal. com
Planning a wedding? Downers Grove Magazine has you covered, with all the latest trends and fabulous styles designed to make your upcoming nuptials unforgettable.
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Diamonds Are Forever. Razny’s Forever by Razny engagement ring collection offers a variety of current styles and trends, from the Art Deco-inspired Holly (center cushion-cut diamond with baguettes), the classic Meghan (round diamond with round side-stones), or the beautifully simple Marilyn (tapered baguette diamond band). Prices available upon request at razny.com
27 Dresses. Well maybe not 27, but two dresses is a “thing” now, allowing brides the option to go with something a little more sexy and fun for the reception, like this Tadashi lace-front halter gown. $748 at Nordstrom in Oakbrook Center, nordstrom.com
Say Anything.
A classic ecru invitation is an
elegant and simple say to announce your upcoming nuptials. For a touch of glamour, personalize the text in rose gold or copper.
Prices available upon request at ashleyscustomstationery.com
You’ve Got Nail. Essie’s Ballet Slippers was once the default bridal option, but today’s brides are going bolder, brighter and even bluer with their manicures. Get a customized manicure at Miuti Nails in Westmont, miutinails.business.site.
Royal Wedding. Chalk it up to Kate Middleton’s (formerly Princess Diana’s) engagement ring, but sapphires are both trendy and classic. They also neatly check that “something blue” box. 7.9 sapphire ring with ten pear-shaped diamonds from Merry Richards in Oakbrook Terrace, price upon request, merryrichardsjewelers.com
Bridesmaids. It’s no longer just the bride who gets the red carpet treatment—there’s no reason why the entire bridal party shouldn’t get the full-on glam experience. Bridal packages start at $365 at Bukes Salon & Spa in Clarendon Hills, bukesalon.com
Silver Linings Playbook. Deceptively simple on the outside, it’s all about the layers and fancy fillings, like this one from Sweet Ali’s in Hinsdale, sweetalis.com.
