From the Gown Up

Charity Wedding Gown Sample Sale!

2011-06-01T10:52:00.000-07:00

From the Gown Up and Cynderellie’s Closet present our First Annual Charity Sample Gown Sale.

Come in for some amazing deals and take advantage of the fact that we have sample dresses spilling off the racks! Samples will be priced to move, starting as low as $99, with a portion of the sales going to Queen, it's a new day! Enjoy a fall preview fashion show, dessert and drinks, and meet great local wedding vendors!

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Snohomish Wedding Tour

2011-05-17T08:53:00.001-07:00

This tour is so much fun!!!!!!

Visit us at Craven Farm and The Antheia Ballroom

Experience Washington’s Premiere Wedding Destination

Third Annual Snohomish Wedding Tour

May 22, 2011

12 Beautiful Venues Filled With Amazing Vendors

10am ~ Swag Bag Giveaway at Countryman’s Bed and Breakfast

11am-5pm ~ Venues open to tour

For more info visit www.mysnohomishwedding.com

Ruffles and Texture

2011-04-22T08:29:00.000-07:00

Ruffles and Texture are big for 2012 the designers have used great architecture in the fabric placement and great beaded detailing for the upcoming season. The fabric texture in this skirt is a showstopper and the romantic ruffles and rouching in the other gown create a modern elegance. Which do you prefer texture, ruffles, or both?

Table Numbers

2011-04-16T13:32:00.000-07:00

Looking for a unique way to display table numbers? I love the numbers on this table it looks a lot like the numbers on my house, maybe a trip to Home Depot? How spectacularly simple yet stylish those tables are laid out…they really fit in with the whole feel of the wedding, don’t you think?

What a colorful way to display your escort cards! Not to mention you get a sweet treat when you pick yours up!

Tags on Jones Soda Bottles, totally unique and if you go one step further you can actually order Jones Sodas with your own photo on the label.

To make custom wine labels, there are hundreds of websites out there. One I have used for previous events is My own labels.

Royal Wedding

2011-04-08T10:24:00.000-07:00

The invitations to Prince William and Kate Middleton's royal wedding are finally in the mail, her secret gown has been designed, and I can't wait to their cake. Can you imagine having your wedding witnessed by the world?

Wedding Jewelry

2011-04-02T10:30:00.001-07:00

How do you pick your wedding jewelry? Here are some things to consider, when you choose your wedding jewelry. First, consider your wedding dress, what color are you going to wear? If you are wearing white consider silver and diamond accents. Pearls is a good choice with an ivory gown, because they are in unusual colors and even available in unique shapes. The best advice for wedding jewelry is to keep your personal style and dress in mind. What style of jewelry are you going to wear?

Mention this blog and receive 10% off your jewelry purchase!*

Bridesmaid Gown Sale March 4th~ 20th

2011-03-03T19:10:00.000-08:00

New Year

New Styles!

Bridesmaid Gown Sale*

Brides are following their fashion instincts and keeping up with trends by choosing bold colors (hot pink, bright aqua, and deep purples to name a few) either as the main dress hue or as hip accents (such as a sash or flower). Many designers are choosing to show a little leg. Tea-length bridesmaid dresses are the new fun, feminine, and flirty standard. With these dresses, fabric, not length, determines formality. Dupioni and Peau De Soie are great fabrics from Alfred Sung. These less "bridesmaidy" dresses can be worn again and again.

*Discount given to From the Gown Up brides & bridal parties of 3 or more.

Honeymoon Planning!!!

2011-02-26T09:14:00.000-08:00

Spread the love, be sure to mention you are honeymooning when you make your reservations. There might be a few added perks, maybe a bottle of bubbly waiting in your hotel room! Tip: Don’t forget to book your honeymoon in your maiden name to match your passport and ID. Check out Rockin Easy Travel if you need a great travel agent.

Where is your dream destination honeymoon????

Engagement Rings!!!!!!

2011-02-14T06:57:00.000-08:00

Do you want a ring that looks different from the rings you see all the time? Do you need a ring that exceeds your expectations? Have a local jeweler design this ring based on rings you like. Have the band handcarved with a custom design, add the diamonds and you ring will be as perfect as they come. I love the couture collection by our local jeweler, Sachii Jewelers.

2011-02-02T14:28:00.000-08:00

Valentine’s Day is the one day a year when romance and love take center stage. The sky is the limit for Valentine’s Day wedding ideas! The trick to a successful Valentine’s wedding is to embrace the day and what it represents, yet still make sure your personality shines through! Try pale pinks, pearls, and peonies mixed with roses for a romantic and elegant feel.

Be Our Valentine!!!!

The first twelve Brides to but their gown in February will be part of our Valentine Give Away! You have a chance to win one of many prizes Perfect Vintage Teardrop Earrings, Tonight and Not Tonight Undies, "The Mrs." Swim Suit, $100 From the Gown Up Gift Certificate toward your gown purchase, a free bridal bouquet from flowers by Tiffany, Marrylicious gift box, Hoity Toity Gift Certificate, a dozen Simply Sweet cupcakes, and other great prizes!!!!

2011 Wedding Dress Trends

2011-01-29T09:08:00.000-08:00

This year romantic, dresses with flowing, soft fabrics, ruffles, and delicate floral details are gracing the aisles. Most dress silhouettes are refined and include fabrics such as chiffon, tulle and lace. Gowns with crystal, cubic zirconia, and pearl embellished bodices are very popular at the moment. Why not pair your gown with a pair of over the top and fun heels? Peacock Feathers are an amazing embellishment!

2011-01-25T08:22:00.000-08:00

We are so excited to be a part of Weddings in Woodinville. Come visit us at Willows Lodge.

7 Venues • 100 Vendors• 16 Wines

Gather your friends and families and join us for an exciting afternoon tour of wine tasting, catered food, music and live entertainment during a special open-house of six of Woodinville's top wedding venues. Ticket holders for this event will board chauffeur-driven luxury transportation for a half-day tour that will escort your group to each venue.

Weddings in Woodinville is a special event designed to give couples and their families and friends a sneak preview of each fully-decorated venue to better envision their special wedding day and meet with industry professionals that can help them put it all together.

2011-01-17T12:08:00.000-08:00

The Seattle and Everett show were a ton of fun. We met really great people. I hope to see you all in the shop. Here is a video from one of our WONDERFUL couples. We have the great pleasure of coordinating their upcoming wedding.

How do you choose the dress that will fit your unique body shape best?

2011-01-04T08:04:00.000-08:00

There are millions of wedding dresses from which to choose. How do you choose the dress that will fit your unique body shape? The first step in finding the right dress for you is to determine what body shape you have. This is your special day, and your dress should fit your body style perfectly. Do not buy a dress because you think everyone else will like it, this is your day and it is all about you. In a way wedding dresses are like any other items of clothing - some will suit you, some won't and the secret of looking good is to know which is which. We can help! Come in for a complimentary silhouette fitting and we will help you pick the best style for your figure.

Fabric tips for 2011 Wedding Gowns

2010-12-22T07:09:00.000-08:00

Lace is gorgeous! It looks exceptionally good combined with other fabrics or just alone. A great design for this season is ruffled dresses. They are one of the most feminine fashion statements of the season. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to embellish with one of a kind vintage jewelry pieces. I personally love these kinds of fashion trends because it requires lots of trips to vintage clothing stores, antique shops, and second hand boutiques. Add a pair of high heel shoes dyed in a solid yet bright and cheerful color such as yellow or red to create a stunning and sexy statement.

How to pick a bridesmaid dress!

2010-12-14T08:03:00.000-08:00

When choosing a dress, it is the bride's privilege to select the color and type of fabric of the bridesmaids' dresses. It should complement the bride's gown, but it should also be comfortable and attractive for the attendants. Consideration should be given to the bridesmaids' style, color preferences, their figure types as well as their budgets. Platinum is very in style at the moment, as well as jewel tones. There is also a trend toward two-tone dresses; it’s a great way to add your colors to your day. Black is always in style and always a popular choice among both brides and their bridesmaids. In addition, many of the designers today are also using better quality fabrics like dupioni silk, silk chiffon and satin. Another trend is to choose a manufacturer that offers different styles in the same fabric and color and letting each bridesmaid chose the style they look best in. You could apply some simple rules - no dress above the knee, or no strapless dress (or whatever look you want for your wedding). Another popular and pretty trend, especially for spring and summer weddings, is a "color run". That means that each bridesmaid wears a different color of the same dress.

Christmas Weddings

2010-12-07T07:16:00.000-08:00

Thanks to my wonderful husband for building my display!

Christmas is a festive occasion, a time for family and friends to gather and share in each other's company. With this in mind, what better time is there to get married than during the holiday season? Store fronts and homes are decorated in Christmas finery, holiday excitement is in the air, and if things are really going your way, you may even have snow as a backdrop for your special day. The best part of having a Christmas wedding is the decorating. Decorating for Christmas is something you've done your whole life, you can pretty much do everything yourself. In fact, holiday decorations are inexpensive and so readily available; beautifying the church and place of reception for a yuletide wedding can fit any budget. I know my family enjoys decorating for the Holidays!

Wedding Shoe trends for 2011!!!

2010-11-15T15:29:00.000-08:00

High heels make a real statement in bridal wear this season, and the new way to wear them is with a covered platform, giving extra height while maintaining supreme comfort. Perfect for evening inspired gowns, they look fabulous in ivory or dyed to match a sash or a colored dress. Look for a peep toe version, a pleated trim, or a sling back. Check out our collections http://www.fromthegownup.com/

Trash it!!!

2010-07-28T07:37:00.000-07:00

The process of choosing what to do with your dress after the wedding is almost as daunting a task as shopping for it in the first place. I understand why so many brides vacuum seal their dresses and hide them away in a dark corner of their closet never to see the light of day again. Why not Trash it? For those brides who don’t mind getting dirty, the Trash the Dress trend can make for some pretty amazing pictures, and at least you get to wear it again! I think setting it on fire might be going a bit far.

2010-07-13T07:41:00.000-07:00

Complete your ensemble by wearing bright pink shoes. Bright Pink is a major color trend in both the fashion industry and the bridal world. Mix and match shades in you bridal party attire, or within one look. Make a simple understated dress pop with a bright pair of shoes and bouquet. I am absolutely in love with the fact that you can custom dye your shoes to the shade you want, perfect to complete your bridal look and will be sure draw attention on the dance floor!

2010-07-06T06:44:00.000-07:00

One of the hottest wedding dress trends right now are tiers. They add such a level of style and romance to any wedding dress and can come in a variety of styles. You have your small delicate tiers, or your large, dramatic tiers. Either way, these are amazing silhouettes. There are so many gorgeous tiered styles out there; it was hard to pick only a few to feature!

2010-07-01T06:33:00.000-07:00

In the movies, everyone seems to get married in June. But a winter wedding can be terribly glamorous, cinematic and magical. With the right elements, your winter wedding will be a wonderland. Put on a white long sheath dress with a faux fur wrap, the groom in a classic black tux, and adding a few crystals and feathers to your bouquet will complete your magical look. I've always loved the look of a bride in a white dress and a fur shawl, huddled against her groom. And don't forget your bridesmaids! An attractive wrap to wear on the day of your wedding and beyond makes a great bridesmaid present.

2010-06-29T06:35:00.000-07:00

What person doesn't want to feel like a movie star? A Hollywood glamour wedding theme will help you feel just that way. It can give an elegant and fun style to your wedding try silver, white, black, and deep red wedding colors with classic flowers, such as roses, peonies, and lilies. Try arrangements composed of just one flower, such as all rose bridesmaids' bouquets, or an elegant bunch of calla lilies for the bride. A great setting would be an old ballroom, rent a black and white checkered dance floor and serve signature cocktails named after your favorite celebrity. Then drive off as newlyweds in a vintage car.

2010-06-24T06:50:00.000-07:00

Create everlasting memories on your wedding day with one of our Personalized Photo Booth Backdrops. A favorite among brides, grooms and all their honored guests, reception photo booths are one of the hottest wedding trends to date! Simply by setting up an area at your reception, you'll not only have a place for super fun photography, but you'll also benefit from all the super fun moments as well! Ideal for the DIY bride, these trendy backgrounds really come to life when you add props for entertainment or a white board for personal messages!

2010-06-22T07:29:00.000-07:00

A beautifully decorated setting for exchanging wedding vows is a priority for many couples. Typically, lush floral arrangements with candles set the stage, yet today this is just a starting point. Draped fabrics, lighting and artwork can also be used to create a dreamy venue. Flexibility like this is most often available when your ceremony is held in a garden, tent or ballroom, because most houses of worship have restrictions on how you can decorate for your ceremony. Why not personalize your reception too!

2010-06-07T19:53:00.000-07:00

There are some great new trends in wedding gowns for 2010. With the trend of back yard weddings moving into full swing why not make your childhood dream come true. As little girls we envisioned ourselves in these great princess ball gowns looping arms with our Dad and walking down the aisle to prince charming. Tulle is a style that you either love or love to hate and on gowns I love to love it! The beaded bodice with the tulle skirt reminds me of a dress a princess would be proud to wear and all she needs now are her glass slippers!

2010-02-12T16:12:00.000-08:00

Crystal bikinis, panties, and tanks are in!!!! We can even get them customized! Come check them out.

2009-12-04T14:02:00.000-08:00

We are happy to be in our new home! We are planning some great events favor making classes, wedding planning classes, and maybe if we can get Kaylee to come take some pictures we can have a fun girls night. Kaylee, from Kaylee Eyleander photography paid our new shop a visit and took some great pictures. We are also excited to offer a new line of plus size dresses. The Sincerity Plus line offers great dresses for full figured brides. These dresses are not like other plus size collections, they are beautiful and up to date with todays bridal fashion. Hope to see you all soon.

We Moved!!

2009-11-09T08:02:00.000-08:00

Come check out our new shop in Snohomish!!

1212 First Street Snohomish,Washington

360.563.9900

2009-09-07T15:14:00.000-07:00

Vote for us on King 5 Best of Western Washington!

2009-09-07T15:10:00.000-07:00

Fashion show at Swan Trail Farms!

2009-07-12T08:31:00.000-07:00

Open House

2009-07-09T20:48:00.000-07:00

Exciting news! There is going to be an open house at Swans Trail Farm in late August. There will be great vendors, food and, a bridal gown fashion show by From the Gown Up. More details soon.