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Spending a lot of time on Facebook these days? Ready to minimize when the boss walks by? It's okay we won't tell. And to better manage your time we at The Dessy Group have made it even easier to shop for some of your favorite Dessy accessories and planning tools.

You can now shop for your faves straight from our Facebook page. Simply click on the 'Shop' tab and start your big day dreaming. Become a fan of The Dessy Group on Facebook today to take advantage of the new shopping experience and to keep up with all things Dessy including Facebook exclusive discounts and contests.

This exciting news has been brewing and I am so excited to finally tell you that Wedding Paper Divas, the supreme website for personalized wedding stationery, and The Dessy Group have partnered up to create a one-stop shopping experience for wedding invitations and bridal accessories. You can access this one of a kind shop from the Dessy site and the Wedding Paper Diva site.

You no longer have to spend hours searching for invites and accessories for your big day by browsing hundreds of sites, instead, you only have to visit one. You will find wedding accessories that perfectly complement the colors of your wedding stationery. Want to perfectly coordinate your invites and save the dates to the color of your groomsmen's ties and the flower girl's dress? Done. Want to search for your bridesmaid dresses and premium quality stationery in thousands of colors all in the same place? Done.Your welcome.

Visit Wedding Paper Divas and Dessy to see the partnership in action and get ready for a super shopping experience.

Huge congrats to B. Renn from Durham, NC for being the March winner of the $1700 Wedding Package from the Wedding Paper Divas "My Style' Sweepstakes!  B. has won gifts from Wedding Paper Divas, Beau-coup, and The Dessy Group. Lucky one!

I love Fridays. I love them for many reasons including looking back at a week hard worked and looking ahead to the relaxing weekend to come. And to add more sweetness to the day, I get to share with all of you my favorite Dessy Group inspirations. These Alfred Sung bridesmaid dresses are some of my favorite. Can I say eye-popping colors?! To view the entire collection visit Dessy.com and have fun shopping for that perfect Pantone color and design to die for. Happy Friday All!

A few weeks ago I announced one amazing contest hosted by Wedding Paper Divas. The My Style Sweepstakes has announced it's first winner: K. Grace from Long Beach, CA-Congrats K. on winning!! She has won gifts totaling $1700 from Wedding Paper Divas, Beau-coup, and The Dessy Group. The best part? You still have a chance to win as this glorious contest will continue until June. One winner will be chosen per month.

To enter you get to create an inspiration style board that includes a photo of you and your love, your favorite colors, and your love story. All of the luscious details can be found at Wedding Paper Divas

Need some inspirational help? So far, the most popular colors with brides entering the My Style Sweepstakes are blue and turquoise, purple and lavender, and green. To see the break down of all of the top color choices check out Wedding Paper Divas latest updates!

I am so thrilled to announce that The Dessy Group has a new and exciting partnership with top American fashion designer Cynthia Rowely to produce Cynthia Rowley Bridesmaids, an exclusive collection of designer bridesmaid dresses!

The lovely new dresses will include tulle skirts, drop-waist silhouettes, floor and tea lengths in gorgeous fabrics such as duchess satin and cotton sateen. "We wanted to bring a chic sensibility to bridesmaids dresses-a look that is pretty yet sophisticated," said Cynthia Rowley.

These gorgeous gowns are perfect for both day and evening weddings as well as long after the reception. "Rowley's modern silhouettes and rich fabrics are complemented by our signature array of color choices, and are sure to be a centerpiece of any wedding celebration," said Alan Dessy, chief executive officer of The Dessy Group.

The Cynthia Rowley collection will be available in all of your favorite colors. Visit the PANTONE Wedding section on Dessy where you can choose from more colors than you can imagine! You can also find color swatches, a helpful pocket sized color guide, online inspiration boards and an inspiration style board gallery. In late Spring of 2010 you will be able to include Cynthia Rowley Bridesmaids collection in your personal board.

The Cynthia Rowley Bridesmaids collection will be available in North America, the United Kingdom and Australia beginning this June. Visit here for more details. I can hardly wait!

Home to some of the best wedding invites, save the dates and more, Wedding Paper Divas has a new contest that is truly phenomenal! They have paired with Beaucoup and us here at The Dessy Group to offer a fabulous $1700 Wedding Style package that includes:

• $500 gift certificate from Wedding Paper Divas

• $200 gift certificate from Beau-coup

• $1,000 gift certificate from The Dessy Group

Use the $500 from Wedding Paper Divas to find your ideal wedding invitations; the $200 from Beau-coup wedding and bridal shower favors and bridal party gifts; and the $1,000 from The Dessy Group to choose up to 5 styles or combination of styles from the spring 2010 Dessy Collection.

To enter, you get to create an inspiration style board that includes a photo of you and your love, your fave colors, and your love story. All of the luscious details can be found at Wedding Paper Divas. A new winner will be chosen once per month through June 2010. $1700!! Get going!

The Dessy Group and The Wedding Library of NYC have teamed up to offer you an additional location to help you find your perfect bridesmaid dresses. The Lela Rose 2010 Bridesmaid collection can now be found at the new The Wedding Library of NYC and Dessy site. Styles that are filled with lovely feminine ruffles, flowers and so many colors-you'll have a great time while finding the perfect style and hue for your girls.  Lela Rose Bridesmaid focuses on designer caliber detailing and fabrication while being whimsical and innovative. Also, visit the Dessy site to sign up for Lela Rose updates. Have fun finding your favorite dresses!
 

You met the perfect partner. The big question was finally popped. You said YES! You have dreamt of these moments all of your life. The perfect dream come true day needs the perfect dresses for you and your bridesmaids.

Lela Rose, Alfred Sung, Vera Wang, Oscar de la Renta, the names roll off the tongue of any bride to be. The good news is there are affordable opportunities to outfit you and your girls on the big day. Check out Rent to Wear, a new company that allows you to wear your favorite designer once and then return it without hitting a huge blow to your budget.

If you have designer tastes and a more sentimental heart, Lela Rose and Alfred Sung offer dresses at affordable prices so that you and your bridesmaids can pass on your perfect gowns to the next generation of ladies with fine style. Or, maybe even wear your dress again to your next fancy dress party. Find both Lela Rose and Alfred Sung right here at Bridesmaid.

    You see? No need to waste dollars to have you and your bridesmaids look like a million! When asked if it is a designer? You can proudly reply "Well, yes, dahhling". And the money you saved by shopping smart? Your secret is safe with me.

 

 

 

There's a bright side to bridesmaid dresses this season. Soft blush, petunia red, periwinkle, electric blue...These striking hues make a bold bridal party statement. But the trick to making these saturdated tones shine is pairing them with perfect accent colors.

Purple reign

Violet, periwinkle, acquamarine and electric clues are lighting up the best bridal parties this season. Available in just the right cool hue to suit all your bridesmaids, this year's best purple-toned gowns come in Jackie O coctail lengths. You'll find them in empire-cut gowns with assymetric neck details. Whatever you choose pump up the glam factor with cool silver accents.

Jeweled stilettos, drop-dead gorgeous chandelier earrings, cool metallic clutches...Dramatic silver accessories give "blue-girl" bridesmaids some fine heavy metal to play with.

Red, she said

Coming in a variety of sizzling shades, the red bridesmaid dress has come a long way in 2009. Grecian column dresses, short strapless cocktail lnumbers, one-shoulder gowns...You'll find these hot styles in red, coral and blush hues to suit ever bridesmaid.

Gold makes the perfect complement to a dramatic red color palette. Whether it's a charming clutch, sexy, strappy sandals or bold bling, go for the gold and color your gal-pals happy on your big day.

Brides and bridesmaids have many new trends to choose from for a sophisticated summer wedding.

From sheath dresses to pale pastels and luminescent chiffons, elegant simplicity is the key to helping your bridesmaids to a head-turning walk down the aisle.

The A-line dress

A flattering option on many different body shapes, today's hottest A-line styles come in two-tone, two-piece dresses that feature a strapless bodice or spaghetti straps.

The column-style dress is another popular pick. Look for sleeveless, floor-length styles with halter tops and straps crossing over the back.

Ace accents

Sashes, thin belts and small bows at the waist and midriff are a huge new trend in bridesmaid dresses. The overall look is one of simple, streamlined elegance with a touch of flirty femininity.

Color story

Soft, feminine pastel shades in yellow, lavender, powder blue, soft pink and pale green are hot picks this summer. Sherbet colors such as coral, lime and tangerine, as well as electric blue and fuchsia also make strong style statements.

New fabrics

Blending easy comfort with all-out glam, today's best bridesmaid dress fabrics include iridescent organza and taffeta, silk, luminescent chiffon and European satin.

Combo couture

A popular new trend this season is to let each bridesmaid wear a different color of the same dress. Traditional rules are loosening up. Yet certain standards still apply. For example, don't select bridesmaid dresses in heavy materials for a summer wedding or outdoor ceremony.

 

 

The Dessy Twist dress can be wrapped in countless ways from a classic Grecian column to a sexy strapless style, just change the wrap to change the look. The Twist dress will provide your bridesmaids with endless wearable options, with a choice of cocktail length or full length in 12 popular colors. Your bridesmaid dresses can match or be as unique as each one of your bridesmaids, and they can easily change their style from the ceremony to the reception.

Designed in luxurious, hand washable matte jersey, this convertible dress packs well and is ideal for destination weddings, or even your honeymoon. The Twist wrap dress gives you a chance to design your own dress, for a different style every night of your trip.

Watch the Twist dress video to learn how to tie your wrap dress for any occasion.

Eco-friendly Bridesmaid Dresses
Choosing dresses made from sustainable fabrics isn't the only green option for bridesmaid dresses. One of the most eco-friendly options is to choose dresses that your bridesmaids can wear again after the wedding is over. Even if you choose a dress handmade from eco-fabrics, a one-time use dress is just not as eco-friendly if it will never be worn again. Opt for classic colors and styles and involve your bridesmaids in the decision process so you will choose dresses that are sure to be worn again. You may also want to look into pre-owned dresses. There are great resources online and you can even check with your local dress shop to see if there are any never-been-worn dresses that were returned due to wedding mishaps. And of course, bridesmaid dresses made from organic or sustainable fabrics are always green choices when buying new - and if they are simple and classic in style and can be easily re-worn, that's even better. View eco bridesmaid dress inspiration

Eco-Friendly Bridesmaid Jewelry
When choosing jewelry for your bridesmaids, think timeless. Opt for items such as crystal or pearl stud earrings or a simple silver or gold chain. Have your bridesmaids check their jewelry boxes, they may even have such items already or they may be able to borrow them from someone. If you decide to go with something new, look for handmade jewelry and support fair trade or local artists. There are even a growing number of designers that offer jewelry made from recycled metals and conflict-free gemstones. View eco bridesmaid jewelry inspiration

Eco-Friendly Wedding Flowers
Flower bunches in bright pinks, yellows and oranges are a great way to add some color and drama to your bridal party. Look for florists that offer local, organic or sustainably grown flowers certified by a reputable organization such as VeriFlora, Florverde, Rainforest Alliance, USDA or Fair Trade Certified. Find sustainable wedding florists

Stay up-to-date on new additions to the Dessy, After Six, Alfred Sung and Lela Rose bridesmaid dress collections, as well as Sandals Destination Wedding Dresses. And get the latest news about bridesmaid dress styles and colors, wedding & bridesmaid accessories and bridesmaid gifts. Follow The Dessy Group on Twitter.

March 20th marks the first day of spring, which is great news to anyone living in a cold climate (especially us in New England!) Spring weddings are joyous and bright, celebrating growth and birth. Naturally, the colors of a spring wedding tend to be pastels, pink, yellow, blue, lavender and green. There are many ways to incorporate spring into your wedding with flowers. Daffodils, tulips and calla lilies are good examples, while hyacinths, magnolias and lilacs add color and a beautiful scent. Wedding times in the afternoon, when it is the warmest, make for a nice outdoor wedding, but have a back up plan for those "April showers." Food for a spring wedding could reflect the season with "baby" vegetables (carrots, asparagus, haricot verts, new potatoes.) Sweets can also reflect the season with colorful and beautiful seasonal fruits like strawberries. Petits fours can also be customized to match your color scheme and taste.

However, the best way to welcome spring into your wedding is through you and your bridal parties attire. Recently seen in the Martha Stewart wedding blog, The Bride's Guide, as pictured above, are the beautiful bridesmaid and flower girl dresses from Vivian Diamond for the Dessy Group. These dresses are invocative of spring with their bright pink color and clean, simple lines. Find more bridesmaid dresses here.

When you're picking dresses out for your bridesmaids, you have a lot of things to consider.  From the colors and prices of the dresses, the last thing you might find yourself thinking about is whether or not the dresses will flatter the figures of your dearest ladies.  But shouldn't this be something to consider?  Shouldn't the most important ladies in your life look their best on your big day, too?  Posing this question yields a follow-up question that leaves many answerless:  Is there a type of dress that flatters all kinds of body shapes?

Certainly your lady-friends aren't all equipped with the same kind of body.  Bless your heart if they are, but since this is improbable, finding a dress that will flatter everyone is important.

A-line dresses tend to flatter all figures the best.  They'll look good on your thin friends but trim down your larger friends.  One tip most professionals offer is to dress for the biggest girl.  As in, find a style of dress that flatters the biggest girl first and foremost.  Girls with trimmer figures will more than likely look good in more kinds of dresses than bigger girls.  

Separates are also a great idea for your bridesmaids.  Allowing them to mix and match all sorts of styles will yield a more flattering fit for everyone.  

Outside of the shape of the dress, it's safe to assume that darker colors are more flattering to just about everyone.  They make everyone look smaller.  My advice is to find a dark color that matches your wedding theme and go with that.