Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear. Nanette Lepore

Nanette Lepore's Fall 2011 line has many elements that gets one excited for spring. Mixed in her collection are gauzy flowing dresses that are warmed up by sweaters. Perfect inspiration for the cool spring evenings that are around the corner.

{images via Style.com via Alessandro Viero / GoRunway.com}

Wedding Eras. The 1950's

Fashion is always moving in a circle, and we once again return to the feminine silhouette during the 1950's. Gone are the 1940's military influences as women's fashion turned more abstract. Abstract meaning that the tailored fashions of the 1940's are now replaced with large "shell" qualities. Tiny waists are followed by full skirts with crinoline slips and the bust line once again accented. This is called a bell silhouette.

Trends in the 1950's included a very matching color pallet. From your hat, coat, scarf, gloves, etc., matching ensembles were very popular. Necklines moved wide to the shoulders, which gave a very romantic feel.  Women's fashion was all about glamour and being ultra feminine, something that had been lost in the previous era.

Lastly, the youth movement was taking over. Teenager (the named coined in the 50's) fashion was detouring from emulating adult fashion. Sweater sets and pants were becoming more popular and started to set standards for young adult fashions. Yay for denim!

A favorite designer of ours, Stephanie James Couture, designs wedding gowns that fit perfectly into the 1950's era.

"Roxanne"

"Gabriella"

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The perfect "glam" for your 1950's look from MEG Jewelry, the Amina Necklace and Earrings.

Amina Necklace

Amina Earrings

2nd Annual Desert Bride Trunkshow

This was my second annual trunkshow at Desert Bride, but my first trunkshow at their beautiful, expanded, new store (which was so elegant).  I was blessed to work with gracious and gorgeous brides to be. The first bride, was stunning!  She chose the Cleopatra headband, Rani earrings, and Zina bracelet. Perfect choice.

Tamara is a bride that already purchased her wedding jewelry, but came in to thank me (because she loves her jewelry) and to order her bridesmaid's jewelry/gifts.  Tamara brought in her youthful mother, who found her MOB dress at Desert Bride and MEG Jewelry during our trunk show. Thank you Tamara for being so kind and appreciative, it's people like you that keep me doing what I am doing!

Cleopatra Headband and Rani Earrings

Tamara and Me

Happy Birthday SILK!!!!

Silk is 1 year old! 

I was blessed to be at Silk for their 1st birthday party. Friday night we celebrated and what a fun night...dresses, makeup, body treatments, food, drinks, and of course lots of jewelry! 

Jackie (gorgous owner in black dress) sure knows how to put on a party. She gave away jewelry for prizes. Check out the 5 girl's in the last photos. 

On Saturday, I dolled up lots of beautiful brides. Paige, a breath-taking bride is wearing my personal favorite duo: Abeye bracelet and Abeye earrings, topped off with the Vitani headband.

 Paige, a bride

Jackie, owner of Silk and Me

Thanks to all at Silk and Farmington, NM who welcomed me into their lovely community, I had a blast with all of you!

Romantic bride at Mon Amie

This woman was absolutley glowing!  She has the perfect look for a romantic fall wedding.  She chose the Nala earrings and Nala bracelet.  She also chose a silk flower from my upcoming line.  I was so pleased that she chose MEG Jewelry to finalize her wedding day look.  Thank you!

Perfect finish to a Lazaro dress

Zina Bracelet

Zina Earrings

Trunk show at Mon Amie with Lazaro

I love being at Mon Amie! This time it was extra special because I was blessed to be working with Lazaro. I can't say enough good things about this man personally and as a designer. He is wonderful!  My teenage daughter came along for this trunk show. She and Lazaro instantly became friends. He taught her how to sketch, and now she is designing dresses.Thanks Lazaro...you truly are an amazing man!

Now, let's talk about his dresses. GORGEOUS! Lazaro has a dress to fulfill every girl's dream. A lot of lace, sparkle, and intricate work. Romantic and couture elements of the dresses appeared to be a perfect match with MEG Jewelry! The most popular set to compliment a Lazaro Dress? The  Zina earrings and Zina bracelet, Perfection! 

Lazaro and Me

The Valentine's Day Giveaway Winner!

Congratulations to our Valentine's Day Giveaway winner, Mickie Reed. What a cute story about Howie and Perry. It is always fun to hold onto memories (and awesome cupid Valentines) like that.

Thanks to all that entered into our giveaway! Do you have thoughts about what else you like to see here on MEG Jewelry's blog? We want to make sure our content is useful and interesting for our readers.

The winning comment of this giveaway was chosen at random

{Wedding Eras} The Wartime Bride, 1940's

When you think about the 1940's,  we all can think about a huge event that happened globally, The Second World War. This event influenced many aspects of the people's lives, including wedding fashions.

Rationing was underway and clothing was included. Most woman's fashions at the time were heavily influenced by military styles. Tailored, squared silhouettes, with masculine and utilitarian influences were styles that women had to choose from. Good bye was the natural silhouette of the 1930's. It was common that brides would wear a current dress of theirs and grooms their military regalia for the wedding ceremony. A few days planning was all that some brides had for their wedding if their finance came home for leave!

The 1940's has had an incredible influence on fashion of the 21st Century and is continually revisited down the runway, time and time again.

Bride and Groom 1940's

A modern day 1940's Inspired wedding gown from OnceWed.com

OnceWed

A 1940's styled veil for your wedding day from MEG Jewelry

MEG Jewelry's Juno Veil

Happy Valentine's Day!

If you haven't seen it yet, we are giving away a pair of Urbi Earrings as a Valentine to one lucky reader!
Leave us a comment here to be entered into win before this Wednesday.

Luca Luca, Feminine Silhouettes

Try these unique feminine silhouette fashions from Luca Luca for your rehearsal dinner or bridal shower.

{Images via style.com via Yannis Vlamos / GoRunway.com}

"The Golden Age of Hollywood" Bride

As you have noticed, here on the MEG Jewelry blog we have following different decades and what trends inspired bridal fashion. So far we have covered pre 1900, 1910 La Bella Epoque, and the 1920's bride. Inspired so far?

Continuing our journey, we now move into the 1930's when the female silhouette returns to the natural shape instead of the tubular fashions of the 1920's. We see draped designs that sweep the floor. "The Golden Age of Hollywood" movie influences had a incredible impact on fashion. Feminine details such as ruffles, cowl necklines, halters, and backless gowns were the go-to trends. America was knee-deep in The Depression which led to the popularity of the movies. People could escape!

1930's Hollywood Glamour, Marlene Dietrich

Even though we featured Jenny Packham last week, Packham is spot on for 1920's and 1930's fashion. Here are two glamorous designs from her Spring/Summer 2011 Line.

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The epitome of the 1930's, the female back. Showcase it with MEG's Roxanne Necklace. Nothing could say Hollywood glamour more.

The Roxanne Necklace

MEG Jewelry's Valentine's Day Giveaway

MEG Jewelry is giving away the Urbi Earrings for Valentine's Day, because we heart our readers! Our little Valentine to you, inform your friends of this awesome chance to don Meg Jewelry.

Simple as cupcakes, here is how to enter.

1. Leave a comment on this post
2. Tell us a fun Valentine's Day Memory

Comments will close on Wednesday February 16th. The winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted via e-mail.

{Wear This!} Lazaro Fall 2011 Bridal Gowns

Lazaro Bridal gowns are designed by Lazaro Perez under the company JLM Couture. You might know other brands of JLM Couture such as Tara Keely (also designed by Perez), Alvina Valenta, and Jim Hjelm.

These gowns feature delicate beading, embroidery, and dramatic silhouettes. Here are some of the newest designs from Lazaro's Fall 2011 Collection.

{photos via Marthastewartweddings via firstview.com}