Shopping for your wedding dress is one of the most exciting parts of wedding planning — but if you’ve ever stepped into a bridal boutique and heard words like basque waist , horsehair trim , or fit-and-flare , you may have felt like you needed a translator. Don’t worry — you’re not alone. Bridal fashion has its own vocabulary, and understanding a few key terms can make your appointment feel more relaxed, confident, and fun. Here’s your guide to the wedding dress terminology every bride should...

Jenna and Quinn's love story started at the College of Saint Scholastica. Jenna asked Quinn to sing a duet with her in the talent show and the rest is history! For their Minnesota wedding at Greysolon Ballroom , real bride Jenna wore our Althea gown . She paired it with our Mara overskirt for her ceremony and a cathedral veil to complete the look. THE PROPOSAL Jenna never saw the proposal coming! She models for the Duluth Wedding Show every January, so Quinn knew that would be the perfect...

Photo by Morgan Elizabeth Photography Wedding dress trends come and go, but one look that keeps rising in popularity is the simple wedding dress  — sleek, timeless, and effortlessly elegant. From minimalist A-lines to satin slip gowns and modern sheath silhouettes, brides everywhere are choosing dresses that make them feel like themselves  — without overwhelming details. Here’s why this trend is more than a fad, and why so many brides (especially modern Minnesota brides!) are embracing...