Real #Azazie Wedding | Lacey & Paul
Q: How did you and your partner meet, and how did you know they were the one?
Syracuse Law School, he sat next to me and I found out he had the same birthday as me!
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Q: How did he/she propose to you?
Planting Fields Arboretum in Long Island New York. He asked me a series of questions ending with “what is your favorite moment of our relationship so far” to which I replied a beach vacation, and he said “mine is right now” and dropped to one knee :)
Q: Who was the most nervous on the big day?
Lacey
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Q: If you could relive any moment during your wedding day what would it be?
Walking down the aisle!
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Q: Celebrating your big day means making tons of decisions. What was your favorite part of the planning experience?
Getting to spend time with Paul planning everything.
Q: What inspired you to choose your wedding colors/theme?
I saw Azazie Cabernet dresses and loved it, so I planned the colors around it! Our venue was in wine country in VA in the fall, so it went perfectly with the fall colors.
Q: How did you decide on your wedding venue?
We visited in late fall when the leaves were turning and we knew we had to have that venue with the rolling Virginia hills!
Q: Why did you choose Azazie to be a part of your special day?
They allowed my bridesmaids to have the same color dress, but each could pick the individual dress that fit them the best! It was very important to me for my girls to feel comfortable on my big day!
Q: What was your favorite part of your Azazie experience?
My bridesmaids said it was a very easy process to get custom dresses that fit them perfectly so they didn’t need to pay for expensive alterations!
Photos: Megan Kelsey Photography
Most Beautiful Flower and Color Combinations for your Wedding
Flowers are one of the most important parts of planning a wedding. They determine not only the decor, but the entire color scheme and feel of the event. The flowers you choose are often largely influenced by the season in which you have your wedding. In this blog post, FiftyFlowers offers some keen advice on flower arrangements and decor based on season and color. We also suggest which Azazie bridesmaid dresses would work best with each color scheme!
Fall
Deep citrus hues are the star of the show for this fall wedding. The orange Gladiolis contrasted with a neutral backdrop of dusty grey pampas grass strikes the perfect tone for an autumn wedding. The vased creamy stock and white Anemone are surprising and welcome bright touches to the otherwise deep and seasonal palette in the Roses, Pin-Cushion Proteas and Anemones.
Photos: erinicolephoto
Floral Design: Alex with FIftyFlowers
Compliment your flowers with Rust colored bridesmaid dresses! This rich, brownish-red perfectly completes Fall's citrus-toned color palette. Rust gives your wedding a warm feeling, while also pulling out the deeper orange tones of Autumn.
Photo: White Oaks Photography
Winter
Inspired by the design on their invitations, this winter-wedding couple created a pitch-perfect color scheme with raspberry stock and icy blue Tweedia. The variety of Peonies, Ranunculus, Scabiosa Pods and feathery Astilbe give the bridal bouquet and arrangements gorgeous texture and dimension. The deep velvety and creamy roses on the cake bring a deep, warm romantic aesthetic and counterbalance the bright peonies in the bridal bouquet in a beautiful way.
Photos: Lorena Burns Photography
Azazie Cabernet and Dusty Rose
Match the multi-layered color scheme of your flowers by combining colors for your bridesmaids dresses! Cabernet is perfect for creating a warm and romantic feeling with its deep purple undertone. It seamlessly flows into Dusty Rose, which pulls out the soft, creamy tones of the flowers. Azazie customers love to combine these dress colors for winter weddings, but they can also both work well on their own.
Photo: Bailee Sterling Photography
Spring
We love to see this bright mix of Peonies, Garden Roses and Carnations complemented with hardy greenery and Baby’s Breath for an outdoor spring wedding. The cascading hand-tied bouquet with in-season pastels is romantic and free-spirited, while the more structured centerpieces lend a more formal aesthetic to the dinner and reception. The couple were wise to choose hardy flowers for their outdoor wedding: carnations are known for longevity and they opted for hardy greenery and Baby’s Breath, which weather the elements well.
Photos: FreeHope Photography
Spring is all about florals and pastels, and Pearl Pink matches that perfectly! Unlike some of Azazie's other light pinks, Pearl Pink has some slightly peachier tones, which add warmth to the pink color palette. It is ideal for spring flowers because it beautifully compliments the bright pinks, but also goes with the creamy light flowers of the season. Pearl Pink works as a contrast to the hardy greens of spring as well.
Photo: Sydney Bruton Photography
Summer
We adore the rich color palate for these summer-wedding flowers. The burgundy smoke bush adds depth to the bouquet of creamy mums and blush garden roses. The minimal accents—bud vases for the guest book table and single stems of greenery at the table settings—accomplish both a glamorous and elegant feel. The combination of greenery, garden roses and mums on the cake reflects the bridal bouquet beautifully!
Photos: Harmony in Happenstance
Dusty Sage is the ideal choice for summer bridesmaids dresses. This light, cool green tone pulls out the color of the elegant cream flowers, allowing the dark red and pink accents to stand out without being dominant. Wearing Dusty Sage in the summer time makes for a beautiful contrast to the hot weather, and highlights the luscious greenery that grows during the warm season.
Photo: Rachel Osborn Photography
Start shopping for flowers at fiftyflowers.com!
Find affordable, customizable bridesmaids dresses in all sizes at azazie.com!
2019 Celebrity Engagements!
It's Engagement Season! 2019 has been a huge year for several of our favorite celebrity couples. Now that they have made their engagements official, we are expecting some exciting weddings coming in 2020! The big question is: What bridal gowns will they wear?
Here are some of the A-list couples that have gotten engaged this past year, and our predictions of the wedding dresses they will wear based on the 2020 Bridal Fashion Week and how you can get the look for less with Azazie!
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom
After getting together in May of 2016, taking a break in March of 2017, and getting back together in February of 2018, we are so excited to see this power couple finally get engaged in February of 2019! Orlando proposed to Katy on Valentine's Day during a surprise helicopter ride, and of course, she said yes! Although neither of them are in any rush for the wedding, we are all eager to see what dress Katy chooses for the big day.
2020 Bridal Style Prediction: Feathers or Butterflies (Ines di Santo)
Photos: brides.com
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Azazie Eartha in Blushing Pink
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez
Two years after they began dating, Alex Rodriguez popped the question to Jennifer Lopez while on vacation in the Bahamas in March. There has been lots of buzz around the 8.5 carat blue diamond ring that he gave her, so we can only imagine the extravagance their wedding will entail. We cannot wait to see what the fashion icon JLo will wear for her wedding!
2020 Bridal Style Prediction: High leg slit and/or Naked back (Berta)
Photos: brides.com
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Azazie Myra in Diamond White/Champagne
Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost
Scarlett Johansson met SNL star Colin Jost on the set of Saturday Night Live in 2017. Jost finally proposed in May, and the couple celebrated at a restaurant in upstate New York. We are so excited to see what style wedding gown she will choose!
2020 Bridal Style Prediction: Floral earrings, sleek dress (Jenny Yoo)
Photo: brides.com
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Azazie Chavelle in Diamond White
Emma Stone and Dave McCary
In December of 2016, Emma Stone hosted Saturday Night Live and met the show's writer Dave McCary. Three years later, the cute couple announced their engagement over Instagram in December 2019. We wait impatiently to find out when the wedding will be!
2020 Bridal Style Prediction: Pockets (Inbal Dror) and/or belts (Julie Vino)
Photos: brides.com
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The Big Fake Wedding - San Francisco
Are you hoping to say "I do" in San Francisco? Get inspiration from this "Whiskey + Wine" themed event! Here are some amazing photos of The Big Fake Wedding where Shelby and Andrew tied the knot at the Bluxome Street Winery.
Day of Coordinator: Nomad Nixon
Venue: Bluxome Street Winery
Registry: Zola
Event Rentals - tables, chairs, etc: Ideas Events & Rentals
Specialty Lounge Rentals: The Wild Ones Rentals
Hotel Accomodations: Hotel Vitale
DJ: Heart of Gold DJs
Wedding Dress: J’aime Bridal
Bridal Styling and Accessories: Fitzgerald Leon Bridal Styling
Bridesmaid Attire: Azazie
Hair & Make Up: Lucas & Co.
Jewelry: Esqueleto
Men's Wedding Band At Home Try On: Hitched
Floral & Event Design: Tables 1 + 2 + Head Table: Laurie Burns Design
Floral & Event Design: Tables 3 + 4 + Ceremony Backdrop: Bewilder Floral
Floral & Event Design: Tables 5 + 6 + Registration Table: Succulents For Hire
Floral & Event Design: Tables 7 + 8 + Bouquets + Boutonnieres: U&I event design
Floral Preservation: Boston Flower Co.
Wedding Cake: MiGoodies BakeSale
Baklava Dessert: Bitchin' Baklava
Catering: Grazing Table: Fig and Honey Lavish Grazing
Cookie Dough Treats: Out The Dough
Marshmallow Favors: Malvi: Marshmallow Confections
Photography: Apollo Fotografie
Photography: Julia Mina Photography
Videography: CineStory Films
Dress: Azazie Dakota
Dress: Azazie Haden
Dresses: Azazie Dakota and Azazie Haden
Media Partners: 100 Layer Cake, The Knot, Here Comes the Guide, Modern Luxury San Francisco, Today's Bride San Francisco, Glittery Bride Wedding Blog
Bridal Styles Through the Decades
Wedding dress styles have changed drastically in the past century. Decisions about color, length, and material have often reflected the prominent events and values of the times. Let’s travel through the 20th century to see the evolution of bridal styles!
Photo: Katya Higgins Photography
1910s- With World War I shaping the decade, wedding dresses of the 1900s did not stray from the modest, conservative styles of the past. Brides wore simple sleeves that covered the shoulders, as well as decorative, high-necked collars. Frills, ruffles, and lace were popular, creating a delicate, feminine, and romantic look. Additionally, the empire waistline was new, tightening just below the bust and flaring out into a long flowing skirt.
Photo: LoveToKnow.com
This Azazie style imitates the high-necked, conservative dresses of this era, creating a truly timeless look!
1920s- The Roaring ‘20s brought in some new, more risque styles. The women’s movement of the time rebelled against the corseted look that dominated the previous decades. A loose, undefined drop-waist became the fashion as well as a lower neckline. Gowns shifted from being floor-length gowns to having hems just below the knee, and many were sleeveless. During such a prosperous economic boom after the war, many brides liked to show off their wealth with dresses made of lace and silk.
Photo: Business Insider
With gorgeous scallop lacing, a deep v-neckline, and a drop waist, this Azazie style is reminicent of the '20s era. We even sell a birdcage veil to go with the old-time look!
1930s- The Great Depression era saw a return to romance and femininity for a wedding dress. Floor-length skirts and long trains were matched with a sleek silhouette to create a regal look of sophistication and elegance. Due to economic hardship, rayon was often used in lieu of silk because it was more affordable, but the desire to look luxurious lingered from the prosperous 1920s. Materials and styles remained limited and simple during the war effort of the 1940s.
Photo: LoveToKnow.com
These Azazie styles are inspired by the sophisticated and regal look of this time period.
1950s- Society flourished after World War II, and the ‘50s began a new era of the modern, working woman. Strapless dresses and sweetheart necklines became the style, along with wide, mid-calf skirts. Many wedding gowns were decorated with lace to celebrate femininity.
Photo: Business Insider
These Azazie bridal gowns are a blast from the past! Show of your lovely figure (and ankles!) in these ‘50s style dresses.
1960s- The '60’s was the era of mini skirts and gogo boots, a style that was reflected in the wedding dresses of the time. It was also fashionable to include beads or sequins in the dresses.
Photo: Business Insider
If you want to model a casual and cute look for your wedding, you might find inspiration from the 1960s! This Azazie style is perfect if you want to imitate that era.
1970s- Immodesty was once again abandoned when the recession occurred in the 1970s. Long loose sleeves and square necklines were popular, matched with ruffled-hemlines and maxi skirts. Lace and chiffon dresses became the norm, creating an overall look of simplicity and practicality.
Photo: refinery29.com
Go for a classic vintage look with this beautiful Azazie style:
1980s- Fashion styles became flamboyant and distinctive in the ‘80s as wedding dresses began modeling puffy shoulder sleeves and large skirts. Princess Diana popularized this style in 1981, romanticizing the look as regal. The sweetheart neckline became classic.
Photo: Business Insider
Walk down the aisle into your own fairytale wearing these ‘80s-inspired Azazie styles!
1990s- Sleek, form-fitting styles were the most common in the final decade of the 20th century, contrasting that of the ‘80s. The off-the-shoulder sleeve became trendy, which eventually led to the strapless look of the 2000s.
Photos: LoveToKnow.com
Walk down the aisle in this retro Azazie bridal look inspired by the 90's!
Browse more contemporary styles here.
As the 2010s gradually come to an end, we can reflect upon the decade fondly. There have been a wide array of popular styles, many that were reminiscent of styles from the past. Brides often have found it stylish to add colored accents to their white or off-white gowns, or even abandon the traditional white entirely. Azazie’s approach is to provide you the flexibility to choose whatever style works for you, so that you can feel like your best self on your wedding day. We cannot wait to see the bridal gowns from 2020's bridal fashion week come to life!
Photo: Alyvia Michele Photography
Check out our full vintage collection here!
Look to the future at our newest arrivals!
Sources: Business Insider, LoveToKnow.com
Real #Azazie Wedding | Ashley & Nick
Q: How did you and your partner meet, and how did you know they were the one?
Nick and I met early on in college. I knew he was the one when our first date was to the local college bar. Nick really splurged when he took me to the VIP section... LOL.
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Q: How did he/she propose to you?
Nick proposed to me on the beach while vacationing in the Caribbean. His family set up a photographer and a beach side dinner afterwards. During dinner we got to dance to live music and celebrate with family.
Q: Who was the most nervous on the big day?
Definitely Nick. I spent most of the day preparing and getting ready so it was a good distraction from the nerves.
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Q: If you could relive any moment during your wedding day what would it be?
Our favorite moment was stealing some appetizers and running off to a hidden corner by ourselves for 10 minutes after the ceremony. We had an intimate moment taking it all in and shoving our faces with some food before the reception!
Q: Celebrating your big day means making tons of decisions. What was your favorite part of the planning experience?
Our favorite part of the planning experience was doing it together. I was so happy that Nick was so involved in the decision making. It helped make the planning so much easier!
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Q: What inspired you to choose your wedding colors/theme?
Our inspiration came from our long time love of skiing. We knew that a winter wedding theme would be the perfect fit for us.
Q: How did you decide on your wedding venue?
We decided on a wedding venue based on our love for the mountains. We knew we wanted a picturesque background and the Westin provided just that.
Q: Why did you choose Azazie to be a part of your special day?
After doing a ton of research on bridesmaids dresses, I knew Azazie was going to be the perfect fit. I had brides in multiple different states and I knew it was going to be impossible to get everyone together! Azazie was so easy to navigate and it was a great way to provide all my bridesmaids with the same dress.
Q: What was your favorite part of your Azazie experience?
My favorite part of my Azazie experience was ordering multiple different dresses to try on myself and ultimately picking the dress for the big day! I tried them all on and Nick had a little photo shoot with me so I could send all the images to my girls!
Photo credits: All Digital Photo and Video
Are you planning a winter wedding? Azazie's new faux fur wraps are coming soon!
Tropical Destination Weddings with Destify and Azazie
Have you been dreaming of a tropical wedding? Destify will plan a phenomenal destination wedding for you at a price you can afford! Plus, you can buy yourself and all of your bridesmaids beautiful dresses at Azazie, without having to break the bank. Here are some dreamy Destify destinations where real couples have gotten married in the past, and some Azazie dress suggestions to go along with the tropical theme!
RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO
BRITTANY AND SCOTT’S WEDDING AT SANDOS CARACOL
Wedding Package: Emerald Breeze
Cost of the wedding package, extras, photography, and videography: $9,000
Recreate this forest green look with Azazie:
Azazie Maren Allure (Jade)
Azazie Iman (Jungle Green)
Azazie Jamie (Peacock)
Azazie Tinsley (Aurora Teal)
Azazie Jael (Dusty Sage)
Recreate this romantic bridal look with Azazie:
Estimated Total Dress Cost with Azazie (5 bridesmaid + bridal gown): $900-$1,100
GUANACASTE, COSTA RICA
JOHN AND MEGAN’S WEDDING AT RIU PALACE
Wedding Package: Royal
Cost of the wedding package, extras, and videographer: $4,700
Recreate this colorful look with Azazie:
Azazie Fifi (Grape)
Azazie Kenzi (Mulberry)
Azazie Pixie (Raspberry)
Azazie Tanicia (Orchid)
Azazie Bastina (Regency)
Recreate this enchanting look with Azazie:
Estimated Total Dress Cost with Azazie (5 bridesmaid + bridal gown): $900-$1,200
PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
JUANITA AND WILLIAM’S WEDDING AT MELIA CARIBE TROPICAL RESORT
Wedding Package: Tropical Fairy
Cost of wedding package and decor: $2,465
Recreate this warm tropical look with Azazie:
Azazie Ashley (Watermelon)
Azazie Cassandra (Flamingo)
Azazie Julianna (Watermelon)
Azazie Dawn (Flamingo)
Azazie Liza (Watermelon)
Recreate this fabulous look with Azazie:
Estimated Total Dress Cost with Azazie (5 bridesmaid + bridal gown): $700-1,300
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
MICKEL AND TAMARA’S WEDDING AT RIU MONTEGO BAY
Wedding Package: Royal
The cost of the wedding package, ceremony, and the reception: $3,500
Recreate this summer look with Azazie:
Azazie Kate (Lilac)
Azazie Arden (Blushing Pink)
Azazie Tessa (Rose Petal)
Azazie Cheryl (Pearl Pink)
Azazie Demi (Lavender)
Recreate this stunning look with Azazie:
Estimated Total Dress Cost with Azazie (5 bridesmaid + bridal gown): $900-$1,200
LOS CABOS, MEXICO
KENNY AND SARAH’S WEDDING AT SANDOS FINISTERRA
Wedding Package: Sunset
Cost of the wedding package and reception, photography, and additional decor: $8,600
Recreate this vibrant blue look with Azazie:
Azazie Darcy (Pool)
Azazie Corin (Caribbean)
Azazie Yazmin (Pool)
Azazie Cecile (Caribbean)
Azazie Ginger (Pool)
Recreate this classic look with Azazie:
Estimated Total Dress Cost with Azazie (5 bridesmaid + bridal gown): $900-$1,300
"We simplify destination weddings. Destify is a destination wedding service provider, specializing in savings, impeccable service, and efficiency for the group travel industry. We've planned thousands of weddings, and it's our goal to build a next-generation destination wedding company. By providing a high-quality service that doesn't cost you a dime, our destination wedding experts take care of all the logistics so you can focus on your dream wedding."- Destify
Azazie Bridesmaid Dress Color Comparisons - Which is Which?
Choosing dress colors online can sometimes feel like a giant guessing game. Does that color really look that bright in person? How much does this color differ from the other one? What will this dress look like in the evening versus during the day? And which colors go best together?
It can be hard to figure out the answers to these questions when you are looking at one picture of a model on your computer. That's why in this blog post we put some of our most popular Azazie colors next to one another, so you can more easily see the difference. We also made sure to show the colors in different lights, to help you get a sense of how these dresses differ.
Keep in mind that screen resolutions can change the way colors appear, so we still recommend ordering swatches so you can see the color in person but we hope this post will help narrow down your choices.
Burgundy and cabernet are both deep red tones. They can each successfully create an enchanting and romantic atmosphere for your wedding. However, there are some important differences between the two that you should consider. Note that the burgundy has a brighter and redder tone, while the cabernet provides a richer and darker color with a touch of purple. Azazie customers often choose one or the other, but they can also look beautiful together.
(Left: Burgundy, Right: Cabernet)
Shade
(Left: Burgundy, Right: Cabernet)
Sun
(Right: Burgundy, Left; Cabernet)
Dress Style: Azazie Ginger
Lilac and lavender often look very similar at first glance, but their subtle differences can make a big impact on the overall feel of your wedding day. Both colors are light purples that bring out a flowery and delicate femininity. Lilac fashions a slightly warmer tone allowing it to go along nicely with multiple shades of pinks, and is perfect for a spring or summer wedding. Lavender, in contrast, has a cooler tone that allows it to fit into a blue color palette, and would be better during the colder months in winter and fall.
(Left: Lilac, Right: Lavender)
Fog is a light gray color, but has a purple tint that goes well with other purple hues. If you are looking for a vintage neutral that fits well with a purple accent, fog is a great choice.
Shade
(Left: Fog, Middle: Lavender, Right: Lilac)
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(Left: Fog, Middle: Lavender, Right: Lilac)
Dress Styles: Azazie Kailyn, Azazie Demi, Azazie Ginger
It can be very easy to mistake sky blue for mist when looking at a photograph, but the colors are far from the same. Sky blue is more pigmented, and is overall a bluer color. Mist is lighter and has underlying gray tones that mute the blue's brightness. While sky blue is lovely with a variety of pure-toned colors, mist goes beautifully with the dusty colors and works as a nice neutral for a range of color palettes.
Shade
Sun
Dress Style: Azazie Yazmin
Dusty Rose vs Vintage Mauve vs Dusk
Dusty rose, vintage mauve, and dusk are all within the same color families, allowing them to go very well with one another. Azazie customers love mixing and matching these colors to create all sorts of color spectrums. Dusty rose is a classic feminine pink that can be used as a gentle neutral, or as a rich addition. Vintage mauve is very similar, but encompasses a slightly darker and warm purple undertone. Dusk is close to a gray, but maintains a soft purple undertone that can cool down a warm color palette or warm up a cooler color palette. Put all three together to create a warm evening sky look.
(Dusk, Dusty Rose, Vintage Mauve, Bride, Dusk, Vintage Mauve, Dusty Rose)
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(Left: Dusk, Middle: Vintage Mauve, Right: Dusty Rose)
Sun
(Left: Dusk, Middle: Vintage Mauve, Right: Dusty Rose)
Dress Styles: Azazie Kailyn, Azazie Melody
Pearl pink and blushing pink appear nearly identical on the screen, but in person they are very different. While blushing pink is a light, summery, baby pink; pearl pink takes on a warmer tone and looks closer to a light peach. Both shades combine easily with other Azazie colors, but do not always work well together. Azazie customers often find themselves choosing one or the other to finish off their color palette.
(Left: Pearl Pink, Right: Blushing Pink)
Shade
(Left: Blushing Pink, Right: Pearl Pink)
Sun
(Left: Pearl Pink, Right: Blushing Pink)
Dress Style: Azazie Julianna
Spa and caribbean are bright sea greens, but note that they are not quite as bright as they appear online. Caribbean is slightly lighter than spa, so if you want a foamier look for your wedding it may be the better option. Spa has a dash more of green and is perfect for a tropical resort wedding.
Shade
Sun
Dress Style: Azazie Kaleigh
(Caribbean, Spa, Jade, Peacock, Ink Blue)
Peacock and ink blue are a fabulous way to complete the caribbean/spa color palette. All of the colors are in the blue-green family and compliment one another beautifully. Peacock is more green than ink blue, but still maintains a strong blue tinge. Ink blue airs on the side of a dark blue, but has an unmistakable green tone. These colors are rich and will bring a vibrant hue to your wedding day.
(Left: Ink Blue, Right: Peacock)
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(Left: Ink Blue, Right: Peacock)
Dress Style: Azazie Molly
If you have further questions about colors, please contact our Customer Service team.
Designer Bridal Looks for Less
Are you looking to strut down the aisle in a designer bridal gown, but just can't afford any of the big brands? That's okay! Azazie has styles that will give you the designer wow factor for WAY LESS! Here are some Azazie looks that are similar to the 2018/2019 designer looks, so you can get the wedding dress of your dreams.
Elie Saab - Spring 2018, Look 13
Oscar de la Renta - Spring 2019, Look 6
Carolina Herrera - Fall 2018, Look 14
Lela Rose - The Mayfield
Reem Acra - Love From New York, Blair
To shop more for affordable Azazie bridal gowns, check out our website!
Real #Azazie Wedding|Chelsea and Luis
How did you and your partner meet, and how did you know they were the one?
Luis and I met at an engineering conference in Texas. I was searching for career and scholarship opportunities and he was recruiting for the US Navy. There was a 24-hour competition that I decided to enter. Luis interviewed me and selected me for his team. During the competition, we made eye contact which led to meeting after the competition was over. We were just short of first place but we found each other. After the conference was over, we made plans to get to know each other better which led to cross country dates ....and the rest was history.
How did he propose to you?
After almost seven years of long distance, moving around the country, moving in together and a deployment, Luis surprised me at our favorite brunch spot in Malibu.
Who was the most nervous on the big day?
We definitely shared nervousness that day! From hair and makeup until the ceremony I was super nervous. After the ceremony, Luis took over and probably looked at our wedding schedule three times during dinner to make sure everything was going as planned.
If you could relive any moment during your wedding day what would it be?
First Dance! Our first dance was a surprise choreographed dance; however, it occurred during an earthquake. Although our guests said our "dance was so good it literally shook the earth," we were totally distracted and wish we could showcase our moves one more time.
Celebrating your big day means making tons of decisions. What was your favorite part of the planning experience?
Selecting a venue. We knew we wanted to get married at a vineyard but we didn't anticipate all the amazing wine we would try in the process.
What inspired you to choose your wedding colors/theme?
I was hoping for modern/boho/chic. So I envisioned desert style florals and neutral colors. After several months of pinterest-ing we settled on navy, ivory, gold and dusty rose.
Dress Color: Dusty Rose
How did you decide on your wedding venue?
Since majority of our guests are from out of town, we wanted to give them the ultimate wine country experience in southern California. Our criteria was: spectacular views of the rolling hills + vineyards, modern architecture and great wine. When we saw our venue and met the venue coordinator we knew that was the spot.
Why did you choose Azazie to be a part of your special day?
My sister-in-law told me about Azazie. I also confirmed with an online community with brides to be. Everyone mentioned that the quality of the dresses and customer service was great! After searching through the styles, I found multiple dresses that I thought my bridesmaids would like- it seamed like a no brainer.
What was your favorite part of your Azazie experience?
The showroom feature! My bridesmaids were all over the country (and in a different state from me) so the showroom tool made it easier for me to create dress options, view favorites, and track orders.
Photos by Dustin Sheffield
