Finding your
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LOOK BOOK Publisher: Jadlyn Incorporated
1930 N. Cleveland-Massillon Road Akron, Ohio 44333 330-670-9545 • 216-393-5677 FAX: 330-670-9546 admin@TodaysBride.com www.TodaysBride.com
Chief Marketing Officer: James J. Frericks Chief Operating Officer: Denise L. Frericks Vice President: Jennifer Judy Fyffe
SPONSORED BY : KODA BRIDAL
Congrats, bride! Shopping for a wedding dress can be one of the most exciting times in a bride’s life. When else can you get away with that much bling and tulle without looking ridiculous? Remember how excited you got as a 7 year old playing dress up? That’s the same feeling you should get when putting on your wedding dress. But as a plus-size bride, sometimes the shopping process isn’t that appealing. What if the shop doesn’t carry your size? What if the dress looks different on the hanger or in the photos than it does in-person? Questions like this make the task of finding a wedding dress daunting and, sometimes, one that brides dread.
Bridal Marketing Account Manager: Whitney Miller Abby Zerull
At Today’s Bride, we believe that every single aspect of your wedding planning
Office Manager: Colleen Ahern
Page after page of 70+ plus size wedding dresses to make it easier to decide
Creative Director: Kate Wolfram
ing that dress. And the best part is that these gorgeous dresses by top design-
Content Stylist: Taylor Jarvis
We’ve always been huge advocates for loving yourself the way you are – your
Marketing Stylist: Abby Frericks
Though it sounds cliché, beauty and confidence truly do come from the in-
Design Intern: Alicia Sloan
day will be radiating from your heart, making you look absolutely stunning no
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should be enjoyable! You should never be made to feel inferior, unappreciated, or less than. We put this look book together to boost your confidence, promote self-love, and make you excited about finding a wedding dress, again. which features you like most and help you imagine just how you’ll look wearers can be found at a bridal shop in Northeast Ohio!
fiancé already does! There is no such thing as a bride who isn’t beautiful. side, out. The joy, happiness, excitement, and love you feel on your wedding matter what you wear. But if you want a breathtaking, fashionable, flattering designer wedding dress, we hope this guide makes the search for your gown easier.
Contents Allure Bridal Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Beloved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Casablanca Bridal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 All articles and advertisements are property of Jadlyn Incorporated and may not be reproduced without the publisher’s written permission. Jadlyn Incorporated is not responsible or liable for any errors, misprints, misquotes or omissions. Copyright © 2018-2019. All rights reserved. Today’s Bride is not responsible for unsolicited editorial material unless a self-addressed stamped return envelope is included. Advertisement in this publication does not imply the endorsement of Today’s Bride, Jadlyn Inc. or any of its representatives. For further information call our offices at 330-670-9545 or 216-393-5677. Printed in the USA. Cover Image: Voyage 6892
David’s Bridal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Julietta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Maggie Sottero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Rebecca Ingram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
local
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American Commodore Dress Shoppe www.acdress.com
Some designers they carry: Christina Wu, Allure, Bill Levkoff, Dessy, Morilee* (*at select locations)
CLE Bride
www.clebride.com Some designers they carry: Essense of Australia, Stella York, Morilee, Maggie Sottero, Sottero & Midgley
David’s Bridal
www.davidsbridal.com Some designers they carry: David’s Bridal Collection, Oleg Cassini, Jewel, Galina, White by Vera Wang
Doreen Leaf Designs
www.doreenleafdesigns.com Some designers they carry: Maggie Sottero, Morilee, Essense of Australia, Justin Alexander, Chic Nostalgia
Galleria Gowns
www.galleriagowns.net Some designers they carry: Allure Bridal, Casablanca Bridal, Maggie Sottero, Alfred Angelo, David Tutera, Sophia Tolli, Symphony Bridal
Koda Bridal
www.kodabridal.com Some designers they carry: Casablanca, Allure Romance, Allure Women, Moonlight Couture, Moonlight Collection, Moonlight Tango, Moonlight Private Label, Jasmine Bridal
Liliana Bridal House www.lilianabridal.com See ad on page 23
Some designers they carry: Christina Wu, Enchanting by Mon Cheri, Martin Thornburg by Mon Cheri, Sincerity by Justin Alexander
Lola’s Bridal Boutique
www.lolabridalboutique.com See ad on page 81 Some designers they carry: AloNuko, Christina Wu, Eaden Myles Designs, Joan’s Bridal Couture, Maggie Sottero
Radiant Bride
www.radiantbridecle.com Some designers they carry: Allure Bridal, Blush by Hayley Paige, Essense of Australia, Enzoani, Madison James
The Dress Bridal Boutique
www.thedressbridalboutique.com Some designers they carry: Essense of Australia, Martina Liana, Calla Blanche, Mikaella Bridal, Sottero and Midgley
The Flawless Bride
www.shoptheflawlessbride.com Some designers they carry: Allure Bridals, EddyK, Casablanca Bridal
The Winner
www.thewinneroutlet.com Some designers they carry: Morilee Jaqueline Bridal Ellis, Watters Christina Wu Love Symphony, and Enzoani Private Collection Madeline Gardner NY
Vera’s Ladies Apparel www.verasapparel.com
Some designers they carry: DaVinci Bridal, Daymour Couture, Jovani, MGNY by Morilee, Montage by Mon Cheri
Lavender Bridal Salon
www.lavenderbridalsalon.com Some designers they carry: Stella York, Maggie Sottero, Casablanca Bridal, Justin Alexander, Moonlight Couture
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KODA BRIDAL
DRESSING BEAUTIFUL BRIDES SINCE 2010
DON’T STRESS WHEN YOU SHOP FOR A DRESS! It was fun! That is the phrase that I hear over and over again when a bride is leaving the store. “It was fun!” It should be fun! You are shopping for your wedding dress! It will be fun if you make an appointment with us.
What do you have? We have everything to dress you from head to toe on your big day. No, Seriously we do! Undergarments, ball gowns, mermaids, A-lines, veils, headpieces, garters, shoes, bridesmaids gowns, mothers’ gowns, bags, slips, jewelry, etc. We even have the Bridal Buddy to let you go to the restroom by yourself when you’re in your big dress.
I’ve never done this before…what will look good? Lucky for you we have dressed thousands of brides over the past 8 years. We know what will look good on our brides, and work with you to find your dream dress. 99% of the time a bride leaves with the opposite of what they thought. Embrace your curves!
First things first…
Welcome! Congratulations on your engagement! If you are reading this, then you’re probably nervous about the dress shopping experience. They won’t have my size…I will have to order a dress without seeing it on…etc. Sound familiar? Do not fear, Koda Bridal is here!!! We ONLY stock sizes 16-32 in our store. What does that mean exactly? We WILL have dresses to fit you, and some that will even be too big! We even have a designer that will custom make any size we need! We’ve been where you are, that’s why we opened a store to make sure that bad experience never had to happen to another bride.
Let me introduce myself… My name is Mary Beth, and I’m the owner of Koda Bridal. I’m not a girly girl, but I own a bridal store. I have two kids, and coach Women’s lacrosse for a local high school. Did I think I would own a bridal store? Nope! Never. Turns out, I’m pretty good at it. www.kodabridal.com
KODA BRIDAL
Random things you need to know. Sizing: Bridal gowns run small. No, you are not crazy and didn’t gain weight by walking in the door. We often have to order a dress two sizes bigger than what you normally wear. Unfair, we know! Timeline: You need to order your dress at least 9 months before your wedding. What? That’s Crazy! Each dress is hand made when we order it. It takes about 6 months to arrive, and we need time for alterations. It will not be custom made for your body, but made according to a size chart and then fitted to you by our seamstress.
DRESSING BEAUTIFUL BRIDES SINCE 2010
Here’s why… I LOVE meeting and dressing brides. I LOVE when they see themselves in “their” dress. Their face just lights up, and we know it’s the one. I hate it when a bride comes to her appointment nervous and anxious because of a bad experience elsewhere, but I LOVE the relief on her face when the first dress is too big on them. I LOVE getting to know them as people. I would LOVE to get to know you and your bridal style! Having a choreographed light saber dance for your first dance? Come in and tell me all about it. I’ll help you find a dress that you can swing that saber in. Having a beach wedding? I’ll make sure you find the right dress so you aren’t sweltering on your big day. My team and I really look forward to meeting you! If you have any questions, please feel free to call us and ask, 412-343-3212, or email us to make an appointment or ask a random question. Marybeth@kodabridal.com
Pricing: The range is from $900-2800 with the average being in the $1500 range. Dresses: Yes, we have more in the store than what’s on our website. Stalk us on Social Media to see the latest arrivals. (Anytime Mary Beth tries to update the website she messes it up!) Location: 246 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. ( It may be a drive, but I promise we are worth it! ) 412-343-3212 www.kodabridal.com Embrace your curves!
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