The 2012 styles are on houseofbrides.com and include the Couture Bridal, Boutique Bridal and Bridesmaid collections.

Couture Bridal is the higher-end line. The focus is current bridal trends married with rich fabrics and embellishments. The 2012 gowns start at $1,071 and up.

Boutique Bridal is moderately priced with new styles from $585. The line features more classic silhouettes. 

Saison Blanche introduced their bridesmaid dresses several seasons ago and is now offering 12 new styles for Spring. The bridesmaid dresses are popular for wedding parties and special occasions. Prices for the 2012 styles start at $135.

Here are a few memorable bridal gowns….

The A-line skirt is side swept with 3-dimensional flowers giving the gown extra femininity.

The Silk Taffeta gown has a modern skirt with ruffles and art deco inspired flowers.

The shirred ruffles on the skirt create a large flower design, and the gathered fabric gives added movement.

If you haven’t heard, Filene’s Basement recently announced the closing of its 21 locations in 2012.

The retail chain includes the downtown Chicago store on State Street. The store is well known for its annual “Running of the Brides” event where wedding dresses are deeply discounted. The event has become a tradition with brides camping outside of the department store for days before to buy their dream dress.

House of Brides is looking to appeal to “Running of the Brides” and budget conscious customers.

Shhhhhhhh, House of Brides 11^th location is under construction and due to open in January 2012. Get ready! Your fantasy of being surrounded by thousands of gorgeous gowns as far as the eye can see at unbelievable prices is almost here!

House of Brides is now featuring the new Fall 2011 Allure Bridals wedding dresses.  Allure collections are one of the most popular collections at House of Brides.

If you want to feel sexy, chic and look like a billion bucks, this is your collection! The collection focuses on oh so pretty Lace and brighter than the stars Swarovski crystals and accents. Silhouettes range from full ball gowns to sleek trumpet skirts with an emphasis on the elaborate skirt design, talk about making an entrance! The prevailing neckline is still the strapless sweetheart, however, several styles feature strap or sleeveless options. You want it, Allure Bridals has it!

(Style 8856)

This two-piece slim and sexy silhouette is created from an all-over Lace appliqué with a Chameuse slip beneath the Lace overlay. The detail and thought that went into this design makes my head spin! This unique gown includes a v-neckline and v-shaped back with a sweep train. How lovely!

(Style 8859)

This gown features a rich Taffeta. The gown has a ruched sweetheart neckline with a gorgeous Swarovski crystal band accenting the empire waistline, making it irresistibly eye-catching. And the best part…this silhouette pulls you in at all the right places!

(Style 8862)

This stunning ball gown silhouette was created from layers of soft Organza.  The ruched bodice included a sweetheart neckline with Swarovski crystals, which are featured in many of the gowns in the Fall 2011 collection.  The gown is an entire statement piece. A bad hair day wouldn’t ruin a thing in this unforgettable design.

To view Fall 2011 Allure Bridals collection, visit House of Brides 6 salons in Chicago, Glen Ellyn, Oak Lawn, Aurora, Orland Park and Schaumburg, Illinois.  For Locations & Hours visit http://www.houseofbrides.com/TourOurStores.aspx.

Social Bridesmaids by Dessy is now available at House of Brides 6 bridal locations.  The collection includes modern, glamorous dresses for bridesmaids offered in sizes 00 – 16 and plus sizes 18W and 30W.  Most dresses in the collection are offered in over 70 colors! You can be super selective, yay!

While most bridesmaids are clueless as of what to do with their gown after the big day has taken place, the dresses in the Social Bridesmaids collection can be worn as a cocktail dress for other special occasions.  It’s the perfect length to feel sultry and chic!

Style 8107 of Social Bridesmaids is available in over 70 skirt colors, making it the perfect option for your bridal party no matter the season…it’s one less thing to think about! The dress is a strapless cocktail length design in Lux Chiffon, making it a lovely option for a variety of occasions. 

Style 8108 of Social Bridesmaids is in Lux Chiffon and includes a Matte Satin belt at the natural waist and a bubble hem. And you know how it goes ladies, a fitted waist and above the knee hem are super flattering on every shape and size! The dress is available in over 70 colors making it a must-have when coordinating with your weddings color scheme. 

To view the rest of the Social Bridesmaids by Dessy Collection visit (link) or visit one of the 6 House of Brides locations.  For the salon nearest you, visit Locations & Hours, http://www.houseofbrides.com/TourOurStores.aspx.

Style # 8107

So versatile, you can wear this again and again!

Style # 8108

This flatters every shape and size!

House of Brides showcases the new After Six line. The collection features fun and flirty patterns like polka dots and ombre. If that doesn’t float your boat, most of the bridesmaid dresses are available in over 70 colors and sizes 00 – 16 and plus sizes 18W – 30W.

The crisp and cool styles are oh so perfect for that 20 something year old wedding party who want something sharp and spiffy! Check out this unforgettable style, 6614.

There are plenty more awesome bridesmaid dresses to see from the After Six Fall Collection. Tell us what your favorites are!

(Style # 6615)

Hellooooo Polka Dots!

(Style # 6600)

Tickle me fancy!

(Style # 6604)

This is a dress that you twirl in all night!

Come view and purchase the beautiful Quinceanera dolls and gowns at the Quinceanera Boutique in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

The Quinceanera dolls are about 2 feet tall with a porcelain face and hands dressed in elaborate gowns with beading. The bottom half of the doll is a parasol hidden under the ball gown skirt. The gowns come in an array of colors and have tiaras and purses to match the birthday girl’s gown or to coordinate with the party, how fun!  These dolls add to the “lively” atmosphere of the Quinceanera celebration!

A Quinceanera is a celebration of a girl’s 15^th birthday in the Latin culture. A Quince marks a girl’s transition from childhood to womanhood.  The doll represents the last childhood toy a girl will receive, as she is now closer to adult life.

The Quinceanera Boutique is located in 1184 Roosevelt Road, 4 doors west of the Glen Ellyn House of Brides salon. The boutique is a full-service store offering apparel and products specially designed for the Quinceanera. Quinceanera Boutique is open 7 days a week.  Come see the great selection of gowns we have…your Quinceanera dress and doll is waiting and ready for you!

The Fall 2011 Dessy Bridesmaids collection has arrived at House of Brides. The Fall collection has 8 dresses with most of the line available in over 70 colors. The entire collection has sizes 00 to 16 and plus sizes 18W to 30W.

The luscious Fall gem tones look lovely with the clean and chic lines. One of my favorites is 2846, it’s elegant and simple and the sweetheart neck completes the whole look.

Tell us what you think; what’s your favorite Dessy Fall 2011 Bridesmaid dress?

(style # 2843)

An instant favorite for bridesmaids

(style # 2836)

This dress is already a big seller in stores

(style # 2844)

The sleeves give this dress a unique and sophisticated touch

House of Brides announces the opening of its newest location in Glen Ellyn. The Quinceanera
Boutique is the 10th House of Brides location and features gowns and accessories for
Quinceanera celebrations.

The Quinceanera Boutique is a full-service store dedicated to Quinceanera, a birthday celebration
in the Latin culture representing a girl’s transition from childhood to womanhood at age fifteen.
The boutique offers designer gown collections in an array of designs, colors and sizes. Gowns
are available for immediate purchase or special order. The Quinceanera Boutique also features
gowns for Debutante and Sweet Sixteen events.

Established in 1929, House of Brides celebrates its 82nd year in business with 6 bridal salons, 4
specialty boutiques and a global E-Commerce website, www.houseofbrides.com.

The Quinceanera Boutique is open 7 days and located at 1184 Roosevelt Road in Glen Ellyn,
Illinois, just 4 doors west of House of Brides. Contact House of Brides in Glen Ellyn for boutique
hours or to make an appointment. Call 630-629-4040 today!

Quinceanera Boutique is a division of House of Brides.

House of Brides premieres the new 2011 brochure this week! Brides registering at House of Brides salons will receive the beautiful 32-page brochure.

The brochure features articles about House of Brides specialty boutiques and designer collections. The brochure is packed with information and pictures of wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, special occasion dresses, accessories and so much more available at House of Brides!

To preview the House of Brides 2011 brochure, see our website http://www.houseofbrides.com and click 2011 Brochure to view!  Or visit the link directly at http://www.houseofbrides.com/2011-brochure.pdf

Impression Bridal is a favorite designer wedding dress collection of ours. So we were super excited to see the new Fall 2010 styles. We can’t wait to see our Brides in these dresses! Here’s some of our absolute “loves”!

{Impression Style No. Flora 3087}

A perfect Princess wedding dress! The gown features a light layer of accordion pleated Tulle over embroidered flowers.

{Impression Style No. Freda 3092}

3-dimensional flowers adorn the bodice and the front and back of the skirt.

{Impression Style No. Freya 3100}

This is a spotlight dress! Not much beading but so much drama!

Eva Buziecki's Bits: Always experiment with style. Try-on different looks to find your perfect dress. Many Brides end-up buying a dress completely different from what they imagined!