Get ready for a fanciful weekend on May 25th & 26th with the Modern Trousseau trunk show.

This won’t be your average trunk show (as if there’s an average), it’ll even better. Designer Callie Tein will be making her way t0 Utah for this event. What does this mean to you? You’ll not only get to meet with Callie, but she’ll be there as you try on her latest (not in stores yet) collection, and you’ll also get her expert advice with customizations and build-ups (extra style for our modest brides).

There will be detectible treats for all of our guests and their gown shopping companions. What better weekend to find your perfect wedding dress?

Things you’ll love about Modern Trousseau’s collection:

• Sumptuous lace
• Lean fit
• Incredibly light-weight gowns
• Lustrous silks
• High style meets classic grace

Give us a call at 801.531.1215 to schedule your appointment and get ready to find the one!

Augusta Jones delivered to us a softly whimsical gown called Janice.

The ribbony (is that a word?) texture to the skirt if soft and airy, while the structured bodice is trim and flattering. Perfect for an outdoor fete.

Below are a few images of our resident bombshell Megan showcasing the new gown.

Save the date, as a Modern Trousseau Trunk Show is coming your way on May 25th & 26th. And. might we add, not just any trunk show, but the darling designer Callie Tein will be at the show hand-delivering all the greatness of her couture bridal collection.

Appointments are available, give us a call to book yours.

Fresh on the scrolls of Utah Bride Blog are more of David Newkirk’s splendid images that we told you about last week.

Take a look at their entire post for all the details.

Thrilled were we when last week we saw a rather gorgeous gal featured on Salt Lake Bride & Groom’s blog. That gorgeous gal is none other than Elora, a recent Alta Moda bride and a sharp intern with the glossy.

Her engagements were masterfully shot by Jessica Janea. Elora and Tony look romantic-fantastic in their session (as we’re sure they do every day!). Take a look at some of our favorites, but be sure to visit the full featured post for even more.

Congratulations, Elora and Tony

Just over a week ago, we got to spend a Sunny Sunday in a dear friend’s orchard with a team of talented and rather witty wedding vendors. David Newkirk’s vision of a striking couple surrounded by blossoming trees was effortlessly pulled together. And… it was featured today on Snippet & Ink!

Both gowns featured are from Monique Lhuillier’s Bliss collection.

David’s images definitely take center stage, but we thought you’d enjoy some behind-the-scenes shots of the action:

Thank you David, Gabby and Lauren for having us along on this session.

Photography – David Newkirk

Hair/Make-Up – Gabby Gabbitas

Flowers – Orchid Dynasty

On-Set styling and a friend we got to hang out with – Saucy & Kitsch

Necessity is the mother of all invention. And many of our beautiful Utah brides have always needed sleeves So, they’re nothing new to you and us.

One year ago, a very famous and very royal couple wed. There was never any question that Kate Middleton would wear sleeves on her wedding dress – hundreds of years of tradition couldn’t be broken. What was most wonderful about it, is that designers used it as a spring board to catapult the trend of new necklines and sleeved gowns forward. Strapless will always be elegant and will always be in style, but you and I alike are enjoying the rebirth of classically styled sleeves on wedding dresses.

Here are some sleeved wedding dress you may have noticed, or that have likely piqued your attention:

Soft cap-sleeves. Whether delicately beaded , soft lace, or ruched fabric, cap sleeves are ever-stylish and full of variety: Sweet, sexy, romantic.

Long, lace sleeves. All you have to do is think of Grace Kelly’s wedding dress, and you know why this is the picture of elegance. Timeless, lean, confident.

Elbow and 3/4 sleeves. You likely saw them make a resurgence with the Mad Men wardrobe glamour, now they’re here to stay. Preppy, tailored, very American.

And here are a few more that (joyfully) defy convention, but that still (or even more so) manage to make us love them:

All gowns pictured are available through Alta Moda Bridal. Many of these lovely ladies are our real brides. That’s right, our brides are simply the prettiest.

Image credits in order:

Short – Rivini, Jenny Packham, Modern Trousseau, Green Apple Photography, Us.

Long – David Newkirk Photography, Elizabeth Fillmore, Us.

Elbow – Zuma Photo, Kate Benson Photography, , Us, Jessica Janea Photography

Others – Elizabeth Fillmore, Rivini, Us.

The news keeps getting better. We’re pleased to introduce you to Rivini – Our newest couture collection.

Toronto based Rita Vinieris and staff are a revered name in the bridal and fashion world. One thing that we instantly loved about the collection is what they call “low-key ornamentation”. The gowns are detailed, while soft and feminine. Because of these subtleties, you’ll have an instant affinity for this collection, much like we did.

Like all good things, we’ll have to wait for these beauties to make their way here late this summer, but it’ll be oh-so worth it.

While we anxiously await Katie Beth’s wedding in May, her wedding photographer, Alixann Loosle, was kind enough to share with us these beautiful images of Katie and Brian celebrating their engagement in downtown Salt Lake City.

We love the way these images capture Katie’s innate sweetness, and how much Brian clearly adores her.

You can find even more of Katie & Brian's engagements on Alixann's blog.

There’s reason to be excited – We’re thrilled to announce that the Jenny Packahm bridal collection will soon be landing at Alta Moda Bridal.

A mix of deco elegance and modern edge, this British fashion house has a singular look that we know Utah brides will love. Their use of fabrics, contemporary bead-work and sleeves sets them apart, and you’ll fall for their soft and modern fit. Everything about them exudes effortless glamour – We’re so in love!

Though we must patiently await the arrival of our capsule order (let’s not kid – we’ll be impatiently awaiting their arrival), you can call or email us anytime with questions or to get informed of their much anticipated entrance.