Putting The Fun Into Flower Girl Dresses

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Adrian Leighton

BY ADRIAN LEIGHTON

Putting The Fun Into Flower Girl Dresses

Congratulations, you’re finally getting married after those long months of waiting for the date to arrive! You’ve planned, dreamt, and stressed over so many details, and now the day is closing in! Choosing wedding dresses is stressful enough, but are you prepared to choose flower girl dresses for the little ones attending your special day?

bride and flower girls in flower girl dresses

Choosing Flower Girl Dresses

They say, “Never work with children and animals,” And the effort of trying to decide which kinds of flower girl dresses are going to be appropriate could be a major source of stress. What will suit them? Do they fit my wedding theme or colors? Will they be comfortable?
However choosing flower girl dresses can actually be good fun, as you have many more options than adult dresses. The key here is cuteness. You’ll want your flower girls to make people’s hearts melt when they see them proudly taking part in your wedding.
Your mom will be a valuable ally in making the decision, and by sharing this responsibility you will halve your stress.

flower girl dresses

Just be sure that you follow these three simple rules:

1. Choose a style that matches your wedding colors. If your bridesmaids are wearing yellow (a good color for summer weddings), then echo it in your flower girls dresses, but perhaps in a different shade.
2. Make sure that the style is comfortable. Your maids will be pretty tolerant, but kids could become quite cranky if they are forced to squeeze into a flower girl dress that’s not comfortable. Try simple A-line styles, and spaghetti straps or high necklines to keep the dress securely in place.
3. Add accessories & themes for extra cuteness. Think tiaras, armbands, ribbons in hair (matching colors of course), bracelets, or necklaces will help your flower girls to stand out and look really pretty. All of these can be bought cheaply if you’re looking at costume wedding jewelry.
If you’re having a themed wedding, such as a rustic outdoor affair, why not dress your flower girls in costume, such as ‘mini cowgirls’ in plaid shirts, or simple dresses and little cowgirl boots. How cute would that be?

cute cowgirl flower girl

How Do I Get Flower Girl Dresses From OuterInner.com?

You may have noticed that we don’t have a ‘flower girl dresses’ category at our store: OuterInner.com, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t provide them.
All you need to do is select the style of dress that you’d like for the girls, for instance this may be one of our bridesmaid dresses, and then select the custom sizing option.
Give us the girls’ measurements, and we’ll make this dress in this smaller size for you.

If you need help taking the measurements just click here to check our size guide.

Your Turn…

Did you, or are you having flower girls at your wedding? What color and style of flower girls dresses would you prefer? In your experience, what style of dress is most comfortable for younger kids? Let us know in the comments please.

Learn more: A Bridesmaid Dress and Fabric For Bridesmaid Dresses.

Wedding Colors & Bridesmaid Dresses: Top 10 Of 2013 (Part 1)

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Adrian Leighton

By Adrian Leighton

Top 10 Bridesmaid Dresses & Wedding Colors Of 2013 (Part 1)

It’s always difficult to decide which wedding colors you’d prefer for your big day. With the 2013 Spring & Summer wedding season just around the corner, now’s a good time to look at some of the most popular colors this year.

It won’t surprise you to hear that some of the classic ‘favorites’ like purples, grays and mints are still going to be hot wedding colors, but there are also some new, and perhaps surprising options to choose from too!

The good thing about 2013 is that there’s something for everyone, regardless of if you prefer bright colors, or lighter hues. One surprise is that nude colors are starting to cross over from the catwalk and red carpet to our weddings, so expect to see muted browns and creams at a ceremony near you soon!

So brides, are you ready? Fasten your seatbelts, and let’s get into our top 10 wedding colors of 2013:

Top 10 Wedding Colors In 2013

1. Purple

No wedding color list would be complete without purple! It’s the color of royalty, elegance, and glamour. All elements that many brides would love at their wedding! As you may know, purple also goes really well with metallic colors, so there is an opportunity to match with silver, gold, and the like. It’s also very common in wedding bouquets, so why not match your flowers and bridesmaid dresses for maximum impact?

Here’s a purple inspiration board for you from our wedding colors Pinterest board:

Remember that purple bridesmaid dresses also look just great as you can see below:

Purple Halter Empire Waist Sheath Bridesmaid Dress, Style Code: 01618, $89

2. Nudes

Nude colors have been big on the red carpet and with designers, and with a vast choice of muted hues to choose from it’s no surprise that this is becoming a popular wedding color choice for brides. Whether it’s a mocha, dusky pink, or even beige; every bride can find a nude hue to suit her tastes. Beacuse these muted tones are masters of blending, it’s a choice that’ll never go out of style!

You know that OuterInner can make most of our bridesmaid dresses in many colors, so all you’ll need to do is take a look to find a nude that you love too!

3. Yellow

Spring and Summer are the most popular times for weddings, and so why not go with a bright, cheery yellow which is a great seasonal color, and guaranteed to put a smile on your guests’ faces? Yellow adds a natural glow to the wearer, and looks great in wedding pictures. It’s also one of the few wedding colors that really complements the natural Spring & Summer greens well.

See how great the yellow bridesmaid dresses look in this outdoor wedding:

4. Mint Green

Mint green alone is a beautiful fresh color, but who knew that it went so well with gold and indeed other colors like pink, blue, and beige? Because it lends itself so well to pairing with other colors it’s also a great choice for many different elements of your wedding such as the invites, favors, and centerpieces.

Here are some examples of why mint is a great idea:

And of course you can find many green bridesmaid dresses at OuterInner, like this pretty style:

Mock Wrapped Strapless Bridesmaid Dress, Style Code: 08319, $69

5. Red

If you’re Asian then red at weddings won’t be strange at all, as it’s a traditionally lucky and prestigious color. But for those from other parts of the world you may wonder how to integrate this vibrant color into your day. First of all, red pairs very well with white, and black; both wedding colors that we’re sure to see at most weddings (suits, wedding gown etc). Look at this gorgeous picture where the red bridesmaid dresses really ‘frame’ the bride so well to see what I mean:

It’s worth mentioning that of course red is commonly used for nails and lips, and why not? But you should also consider using this color for your bridesmaid dresses, and also in your wedding bouquets (after all, how romantic are red roses?).

So that’s the first 5 of our top 10 wedding colors for 2013, but look out for part 2 of this blog next week if these aren’t quite doing it for you! Do you like these colors? Which would you choose? One of the best ways to integrate wedding colors into your day is to choose your bridesmaid dresses in them, so take a look today.

Don’t Forget To Enter Our Prom Dress Contest For Your Chance To Win A FREE Prom Dress!

All you need to do is choose your favorite 10 OuterInner prom dresses, pin them to a Pinterest board, and share it with us before March 25th – easy! Just click here to join in and see how:

OuterInner Bridesmaid Dresses Collection Yellow Bridesmaid Dresses

Wedding Shoes To Suit Your Bridal Style (Tips)

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Ana Karina Lazaro

Wedding Shoes To Suit Different Bride’s Styles

BY: Ana Karina Lazaro

Many brides ask before their weddings: “What type of wedding shoes should I wear on my wedding day”, or, “I want to look stunning, but comfortable at the same time”, and “Do my wedding shoes have to match with my wedding dress ?”

Wedding Shoes To Suit Your Bridal Style

I bet these and more questions have crossed your mind when asking about the perfect wedding shoes for one of the most important days of your life.

Three beautiful gowns. Three different themes. Outerinner.com suggests five fabulous pairs of wedding shoes to match your perfect dress…

Wedding shoes On The Beach

If you’re getting married abroad and are having a stunning beach wedding, look for gorgeous gowns in lightweight fabrics this always works on this type of weathers. Make sure you choose shoes that make it easy for you to walk in soft sand, like a low-heeled open toed wedge.

Chiffon Floral Shoulder & Waist Ruffles Wedding Dress. Style Code: 08912. US$118.00

These gorgeous wedding shoes are very comfortable to walk on the beach. They have a beautiful complement which can make spotlight your wedding dress.

Low Heel Open Toe Ankle Strap Sandal. Style Code: 08231. US$84.00

I love these stunning barefoot sandals. Acting as beautiful white jewellery for your feet, these clever details hook around your ankles and let you feel the sand between your toes.

Tillie shoes

Wedding Shoes For Lace Sweetheart Mini Dress With Tulle Overlay

This popular vintage wedding is really convenient for every location. It is a Two -in- one wedding dress and it offers you the opportunity to feel comfortable after the ceremony, so why not complete this glamorous wedding look with this gorgeouspair of striking Strappy Stain Sandal with Rhinstones Detail?

Two In One Wedding Dress – Lace Sweetheart Mini Dress With Tulle Overlay. Style Code: 08514. US$189.00

These Strappy Stain Sandals work perfect with this look. Adorned with beautiful Rhine stones ending in a lovely sparkling stone.

Fairytale Bow

This is a kind of princess -style wedding dresses is an A-line Sweetheart Chapel Train White Strapless.

I simply love and strongly recommend this shoes called Floral Peep. Boasting a flower bow detail to complement the dress and over 8cm high heels to give you the extra confidence when walking to the altar.

Floral Peep Toe Platform High Heel. Style Code: 08260. US$79.00

Find more gorgeous footwear and more great ideas and on Facebook!

Brenda Ryan’s Wedding Dress: Real OuterInner Customer Review

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Adrian Leighton

OuterInner.com Real Customer Reviews: Brenda Ryan’s Wedding Dress

By Adrian Leighton

Brenda and her husband looking amazing and showing off her outerinner wedding dress

Having spoken by email with Brenda, we were really happy when she sent us even more beautiful pictures of her summer wedding; a great chance to see her OuterInner.com wedding dress in action!

Brenda, and her husband Brian, got married in Ireland during the summer solstice of 2012. They live in Texas, but Brenda’s originally from Cork in Ireland, so it’s lovely that she got back to her roots

What Did Brenda Say About Her Wedding Dress?

“I knew I loved the wedding dress when I saw it on the OuterInner website.

My mam and bridesmaids all agreed that it was the perfect dress for me. But I fell in love with it a million times more, when it arrived in the mail and I tried it on!

It fit SO perfectly, matching my figure precisely. I never wanted to take it off!!

It was obvious that OuterInner had done a great job in tailoring the dress to my exact measurements. Thanks team!”

Let’s Look At More Lovely Pictures Of Brenda’s Wedding…

Brenda’s wedding looks magical, and we’re so pleased to see that she looked so good in her OuterInner wedding dress! What do you think of it? Let’s look at the pictures:

Can I Get This Dress For Myself?

As ever, of course you can! Click on one of the links or pics in this blog and you’ll go to the dresses’ page. Let’s look at the dress itself and some further details below. Remember, we advise brides to go for a ‘made-to-measure’ custom sized dress, as you’ll be assured of not needing alterations.

Halter Mermaid Box Pleated Skirt Wedding Gown, Style Code: 00531, $214

Tell us, what do you think about Brenda’s choice of wedding dress? We hope you love it, but if you’ve got your eye on different styles then go and take a look at all of our wedding dresses as there are styles there for every bride’s taste!

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Getting a lovely picture with your mom before the wedding is a great idea!

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Vintage filigree diamond wedding band – YES!

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We love that the bride’s bouquet matches the bridesmaid dresses, and vice versa!

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Still time to save up to 30% off wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, and mother of the bride dresses! Visit our January Sale before it’s too late!

Choosing & Using Your Wedding Colors Like A Boss!

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Adrian Leighton

OuterInner.com’s Guide To Choosing & Using Your Wedding Colors Like A Boss!

By Adrian Leighton

A customer asked me about how to choose her wedding color-scheme on our OuterInner facebook page recently, so I thought I’d expand on what I was telling her in this blog. After all, we’re all about weddings here, so any way we can help is a pleasure!

where to start to find your wedding colors

There are several things to consider when choosing the colors for your wedding:

Think about both of your favorite colors. Can you incorporate these, or shades of them? After all, they are your favorites, so you’ll definitely like them!

Does your venue have a color of its own, for instance wallpaper of a certain color? If so you will want to choose colors that do not clash, and preferably fit in with this.

Grab color swatches from the paint section of your local hardware store. They’re free, and can help you both decide at home.

Think of the ‘emotion’ of your wedding. Is it peaceful, fun, classy, or energetic? This will have a bearing on your choice.

Use the internet to help you get inspired! For example, you can try our Pinterest board: “Lovely Wedding Ideas,” to help get color and style ideas for free again.

You’ll find loads of cool color examples on line, like this one:

How Do I Use Color In My Day?

If you have found the colors you like, then there are heaps of fun ways to incorporate color into your day.

Wedding Dress

Everyone knows that bridesmaid dresses can be certain colors, but have you considered adding color to your wedding dress? Don’t be too horrified at the idea! If you are a purist and can’t bear the idea of not having a white dress it’s OK, as many white wedding dresses have little pops of color these days, such as a sash, or decoration.

Take a look at this wedding dress for instance:

Strapless Mermaid Back Tie Wedding Gown, Style Code: 08974, US$245.00

As you can see, this dress has an embroidered red sash which, far from overpowering the white of the dress, actually adds a more regal style to it!

Bridesmaid Dresses

You can also co-ordinate your maids, as mentioned. The usual method is to choose bridesmaid dresses that are one of your main color picks, but in fact many brides these days are trying different, interesting, ways to mix things up a little.

How about:

Same style dresses, same colors?

Same style, different colors?

Different styles of dresses in one color?

Different styles of bridesmaid dresses in one color

Dresses in different shades of the one color?

Bridesmaid dresses in different shades of the one color

Wedding Invitations

Don’t forget to use one or more of your colors on your wedding invitation and perhaps table name settings. How about this example below where the couple have used a dark red color:

Flowers

You can really go to town when it comes to your flowers, and the good thing is that they’re usually available in any color that you can possibly dream up! Again, finding flower color ideas isn’t tough, and Pinterest is your friend, for example, our board “Gorgeous Wedding Bouquets.”

How about these cheerful colors?

Wedding Cake

The cake is another important focal point of your day, and there’s no reason why you can’t incorporate colors into it. Don’t think that they are all white, they’re pretty crazy at times these days!

Love this one?