Fashion
Couture by Tess Bridal Designs Plus Size Couture Wedding Gowns
A romantic vineyard invites guests into the luxurious Del Monaco Winery. Inside the winery's Mediterranean-inspired villa rests a grand staircase, where with an elegant tilt of her chin, a bride captures the attention of her guests as she descends into the ballroom....
Bold and Romantic Emily in Paris Inspired Outfits for Your Spring Wedding
If you’re anything like us, Netflix’s Emily in Paris, starring the captivating Lily Collins, soared to the top of our binge-list last fall. A charming portrayal of a young American woman adjusting to her new job and life in the City of Lights, Emily in Paris is as...
Project Runway Supermodel Liris Crosse Discusses Diversity in the Bridal Fashion Industry
Known as a pioneering force in the fashion industry, supermodel Liris Crosse is a voice of inspiration and change. Liris is the first full-figured model to win Project Runway’s modeling competition, the author of Make the World Your Runway: Top Model Secrets for...
Meet 5 Female Bridal Designers Transforming the Industry
In honor of Women’s History Month, which celebrates the strength and contributions of women on both large and small scales, we are spotlighting five innovative female bridal designers you should know about. Featured in our Winter 2021 issue, these wedding dress...
15 Black-Owned Wedding Vendors for Your 2021 Ceremony
At Southern Bride, we are devoted to bringing in as many voices to the wedding industry as possible. This creates an environment in which every bride feels seen and heard during one of the most special days of her life. We have seen the struggles Black-owned...
Lavender Park Bridal: A Bridgerton-Inspired Bridal Shop
For any bride-to-be seeking to emulate the timeless and elegant style of Daphne Bridgerton when choosing her wedding gown, look no further. Lavender Park Bridal, a by-appointment-only bridal boutique just outside Nashville, has just moved locations to Clarksville,...
A Mod-Inspired Wedding Shoot at the Historic Franklin Theatre in Tennessee
The Historic Franklin Theatre in Franklin, Tennessee, provided an ideal backdrop and striking ceremony venue for a film enthusiast couple’s 60s-inspired proposal and wedding. In true movie fashion, this mod-inspired wedding shoot captures a couple’s whirlwind romance...
The Virgin Hotel in Nashville Graces the Cover of Southern Bride Magazine’s Winter 2021 Issue
The Southern Bride Magazine Winter 2021 issue is here to bring all kinds of inspiration for the New Year. This stunning cover features bold colors and sophisticated interior design that put a striking modern flair on a bride styled in classic winter white. Our Winter...
Wedding Weekend Looks Featuring the Pantone 2021 Colors of the Year
The color experts at Pantone have released their 2021 Color of the Year, but with an extra surprise. For the second time in its history, Pantone has selected two colors to represent 2021: Illuminating (Yellow) and Ultimate Gray. These colors reflect the strength we...
Sissy’s Log Cabin Commits to Creating Extraordinary Wedding Day Style
You have the perfect engagement ring, the perfect fiancé, and the perfect white dress. The only wedding day essential missing is your jewelry! There are no established rules on how to complete your “big day” look but a little guidance is always helpful. Sissy’s Log...
Leading Bridal Boutique Ivory & Beau Shares Wedding Gown Trends for 2021
Written by Nicole, Owner & Founder of Ivory & BeauAmidst a crazy year of wedding postponements and store closures due to covid-19, the bridal industry and shopping for gowns continues! Like a silver lining to the chaos of 2020, bridal dresses are better than...
Get Your Dream Wedding Style on a Budget at Brideside
You deserve the best when it comes to wedding shopping, and Brideside gives brides and bridesmaids an experience to celebrate. With a great selection of dresses and jumpsuits from top bridal designers, they have a passion for bringing peace of mind during one of...
SEPTEMBER VOW | NEW WORLD OF BRIDAL® INVITES WEDDING GOWN VENDORS TO ATLANTA TO PREVIEW THE 2021 SEASON
Experience VOW | New World of Bridal® this September for all your needs including bridal, mother of the bride, wedding party, special occasion, accessories and more!In addition to showcasing all of the top lines and essential trends you need to be successful, VOW |...
A New Kind of Bridal Boutique
There’s a new kind of bridal boutique in Middle Tennessee working to offer European designs you won’t find anywhere else in the state.Couture By Tess Bridal is located in the Historic West Side district of downtown Cookeville, Tennessee, and opened to the public on...
Extra Sweet Styles from Anne Barge Bridal
J’ADORE ANNE BARGE Heat up the romance this Valentine’s Day with extra sweet styles from Anne Barge. Set the mood and infuse your special day with heartfelt cheer. Whether celebrating your wedding day, an anniversary, or locking eyes with the one; these dazzling gowns...
Anomalie’s New DressBuilder Is Bringing the Bride’s Dream Wedding Dress to Life
With more than 2.6 million weddings occurring in America each year, brides are looking for that dress- the one they’ve been dreaming about for ages. And although many are spending thousands on a dream dress, there’s still a lack of accessibility, limited inventory,...
Sanyukta Shrestha Reveals Sustainable 2020 Bridal Collection: The Autumn Daydream
Leading, award-winning, luxury bridal designer, Sanyukta Shrestha, revealed her most poetic creation to date with the launch of her 2020 collection titled “The Autumn Daydream.” Entwined with the nostalgia and extraordinary beauty of nature, the campaign is a love...
Winter Wedding Trends from Julie Vino at NYBFW
We are officially entering winter wedding season and with all the new collections that just debuted at New York Bridal Fashion Week we wanted to put together some of our favorite winter wedding dress trends for the season. Designer Julie Vino particularly stunned on...
Get Hailey Bieber’s Wedding Look for Less with Azazie
In case you missed it, Hailey Bieber revealed her gorgeous wedding gown last week, designed by Virgil Abloh. The custom off-the-shoulder gown featured long sleeves, with lace detailing and an intricate train. While it may be impossible to get your hands on this exact...
The Anne Barge Curve Couture Collection is Everything
With New York Bridal Fashion Week 2019 in full swing, we’re delighted to shine a spotlight on Anne Barge, a long-time partner of Southern Bride and one of the preeminent bridal and special occasion design houses in the U.S. This past June, Anne Barge excitedly...
Swimwear for Every Honeymoon Moment
Something Old, Something New, Something Blue from GIGI C BikinisSummer weddings are all the rave. Whether you're choosing to stay in the states or travel abroad, we all love celebrating love in the sun and in style. So pack that passport and jet set to a tropical...
White Dresses for All Ages
Last June, Kate Middleton gave us all the feels with the gorgeous, textured white gown she wore to the State Banquet at Buckingham Palace. Queen Elizabeth II looked equally as poised and sophisticated in a long sleeve embellished number.While you might not...
7 Tips For Choosing Your Wedding Shoes
From stilettos to sneakers, your wedding shoes carry a lot of responsibility. Not only do they complete your big day look, but also have to get you down the aisle and keep you dancing at the reception. Whether you’re wanting a statement piece or shoes that...
All the Little Things to Complete Your Big Day Look
In the words of French fashion editor, Carine Rothfield, “fashion is not about clothes, it’s about a look” and when it comes to creating your “I do” style, we couldn’t agree more. Whether you're looking for bold elegance or subtle class, we’ve gathered...
FAB looks for The MOB
Chi Chi Silver If you’re opting for elegance, this sparkling silver dress is sure to impress. The flowy material creates a beautiful cape off the back and with all silver accessories, you’ll dazzle all evening. dress: Christina Ottaviano | earrings: Cheryl...
Seven Sexy Honeymoon Looks for Romance and Adventure
We have traveled to Sandals Resorts in Jamaica to bring you seven sexy honeymoon looks guaranteed to bring romance and adventure to your newlywed life! Though the wedding may be over, the fun has just begun and we know you need to look fabulous as you begin an...
Perfect Summer Wedding Dress
With it's fluttery sleeves, high-low illusion skirt, and the (flattering) loose fit, Randi Rahm's Orion gown is the perfect summer wedding dress. Dress it up with dazzling jewelry and a sky-high pair of pumps or do bangles with a pair of wedge sandals for a more...
A Fierce Pronovias Wedding Look
This fierce Pronovias wedding look is perfect for a bride full of personality. The two-piece set consist of a cropped off the shoulder top with very fine ruching detail, and a gorgeous tulle skirt that ends with feathers. Both are featured in a classic white, and you...
6 Groom’s Looks From Michael Andrews + David Tutera
We love to help a blushing bride find her dream dress, but today we want to give a shout out to all the grooms out there and show them a fantastic new line that came from a collaboration between David Tutera and Michael Andrews. Here are 6 groom's looks from the...
A Magical Wedding Gown by Olia Zavozina
This magical wedding gown, designed by Nashvilles' Olia Zavozina, will inspire you to have a fantasy forest wedding. The two toned gown is given a touch of the classic wedding white in beading on the bodice in between sheer cutouts that add an element of surprise. A...
Modern Wedding Jumpsuit
This gorgeous Allure jumpsuit brings elegance into the modern world. The minimalist bodice in a peaceful white with a plunging neckline is reminiscent of your favorite classic wedding dress. This classic is given a twist as the bodice turns into a gorgeous jumpsuit...
Daisy by Olia Zavozina
We are loving this beautiful dress that stands in a class of its own. A macrame off the shoulder overlay gives a bohemian vibe with floral touches. A stunning sheer skirt has its own character with a light dot pattern and a nude underskirt. Perfect for the bride with...
Taruna Wedding Gown by Randi Rahm
The Taruna wedding gown by Randi Rahm has plenty of edge and is guaranteed to create an unforgettable wedding look. A fitted dress designed to show off your figure, this one-shouldered beauty has a sexy side with cutouts tracing down the gown. Pair it with bold...
Happy Birthday Reese Witherspoon!
A very happy birthday to the gorgeous Reese Witherspoon! We are so grateful to have gotten to shoot these gorgeous Draper James sunglasses for our fashion editorial in Jamaica. Check them out in our current issue. To leave you with some wise words from the birthday...
The Perfect Reception Jumpsuit
We are loving this gorgeous reception jumpsuit by Misha Nonoo. Who doesn't want a costume change on their big day? Keep your guest on their toes by showing up to your reception in this gorgeous white jumpsuit. Wide flowing legs mimic a dress for a more formal look,...
A Show-Stopping Gown by Randi Rahm
A dress perfect for the bride looking to make a statement. A classic strapless silhouette is made a new with touches of gold woven throughout the skirt. The dress is sure to flatter with a short bodice that turns into a ballgown mid-chest. Embroidered with pink and...
