by Keely

Today we’re featuring a season by season guide to finding the perfect wedding flowers! We found this simple list of the best flowers based on season and location on Martha Stewart Weddings and have included photos of some of our favorites, below.

Winter in California

Forsythia via mrpolyonymous

Paper-whites via frank3.0

Spring in New York

Cherry blossom via Cayusa

Hyacinth via Matt N Charlotte

Peony via Andrew Morrell Photography

Summer in Texas

Aster via Truclq-Panda

Rose via Ouistitis

Sunflower via Dean Ayres

Fall in Nebraska

Crab apple via Crowcombe Al

Dahlia via Flower Factor

All Year Round, Everywhere

Calla lily via Brewbooks

Ranunculus via Subspace

Hey, Brides to Be! For this weekend’s DIY, why don’t you tell us your love story for a chance to win the gown of your dreams – for free! Simply enter our annual All You Need is Love Valentine’s Day Contest – we can’t wait to hear your love stories!

Tell us your love story.

Tell us your love story in 500 words or less and be entered to win the gown for your dreams – for free! Your love story may simply be a funny tale that captures the spirit of who you are as a couple, the details of your proposal, how you have grown as a couple or even the introduction into your families’ lives. Whatever you choose to write about, we want to hear your story! After all, it is true what they say… all you need is love!

All entries must be sent to info@thewhitegown.com by February 4, 2012. Our winner will be announced on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2012!

Here are the details.

• Wedding date must be on or after September 1, 2012
• Brides with wedding dates as early as July 13, 2012 are welcomed to enter, however a rush fee will be applied
• Free gown will be valued up to $2,000!
• Chosen gown must be currently stocked
• Chosen gown may be more than $2,000 – bride will be responsible for paying the difference
• Bride must be new to our bridal salon – no exceptions
• There will be no reimbursement if chosen gown is under $2,000, however, the balance may be put towards other bridal accessories

Good luck!

by Keely

As a part of our new product series, we’re featuring one of our recent favorites, Ghislaine from Enzoani! Bride after bride has been falling in love with this amazing gown. Ghislaine features a strapless A-line silhouette, a soft sweetheart and scalloped neckline with beaded appliques at the empire waist. The full skirt has a tulle overlay and a lace scalloped hemline.

Pair with an elbow length veil with a beaded trim and you have one stunning look for your wedding day! This gown can easily go from a formal church wedding to an elegant outdoor celebration. Check out these two amazing locations!

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens

The Riverside Church

Where would you wear this gorgeous gown? Make your appointment today to try on Ghislaine!

I was perusing through style.com Menswear Fall 2012 Collections and found some really nice ideas for suits for the guys getting married this year. There are looks to fit any theme.

Hermès

This suit will look great on the hubby-to-be that’s getting married on Valentine’s Day or for that matter anytime this winter. The deep maroon color gives this suit a bit more casual feel than the typical black one.

Valentino

Ah nothing beats a classic Valentino suit, a bit of 007 and this can be worn in transition weather due to the cropped pants.

Kenzo

This whole look screams Spring Wedding, the khaki with a hint of color is good way to tie in the color theme of the wedding without being too obvious.

Alexander McQueen

An all white suit always reminds me of Miami Vice.  In this case the cut off  blazer with a skinny black tie makes this more elegant than casual. This suit can go from a spring to winter white wedding by adding the right accessories. Who says you can't wear that suit after your wedding?