Vintage Wedding Gowns from Lovers Bridal

Soon-to-be brides with an eye for sustainability have plenty of options for a low-waste celebration. Florals and food can be locally sourced, invitations and cards crafted from recycled materials, but what is to be done about the gown? 

Salt Lake City’s Lovers Bridal Co. (a 2022 “Best of SLC” winner) offers an alternative to the “single use” gown by giving new life to vintage wedding dresses. Owner Kristina Batal has filled her shop on 800 South with one-of-a-kind gowns from bygone eras, beginning with the 1940s, and including a few pieces created as recently as the 1990s. 

When making an appointment with Lovers Bridal—or “Joining the Love Club,” as Batal likes to call it—brides can request to try on specific dresses, or note a particular era, style or detail. Batal will find a gown in her collection to fit the bill. Often, brides will custom-tailor their picks for a personalized, modernized final look. 

Occasionally, Batal will also help source a gown for a bride who is hunting for environmentally friendly wedding attire. Armed with a client’s wishlist, Batal has a knack for scouring estate sales, thrift stores and vintage collections to find the perfect dress. 

But her true passion remains in that Say Yes To The Dress-style moment that she gets to share with her clients in person. 

“There is a bit of bridal magic that happens in my store,” says Batal. “A bride’s number-one pick on the hanger often fits her like a glove. Everyone seems to have their perfect dress match.” 

loversbridalco.com 

806 S. 800 East, Salt Lake City


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Celebration Makers 2023: Hoopes Weddings and Events

Your love story is something that is entirely ‘you,’ and your happily-ever-after should be just as unique. No two weddings should be exactly alike. Each wedding Hoopes Events creates follows that motto to bring your personality into the very heart of your wedding.

“The Hoopes Events style is to take the lifestyle of our couple and turn that into their perfect wedding,” says Tonya Hoopes, owner. “We believe in creating those unique special touches that have significance and meaning for each couple.” For more than a decade, her diverse team of planners has been creating events that showcase what makes your romance so special.

Investing in a talented and qualified wedding team is the key to a stress-free wedding, as well as a sure way to make your event one that you and your loved ones will never forget. But that doesn’t mean breaking the wedding budget.

 “Just as each and every wedding is unique, so is every budget,” says Hoopes. “We don’t try to fit our clients into a look or location. At the end of the day, we want our clients to be happy, comfortable and feel good about working with our team.” Having a planner that knows which vendors fit your personality and budget, can handle the small details of your big day and are prepared to take your vision from the drawing board to reality really is priceless.

Hoopes Events loves making every wedding unique. Hoopes’ repertoire includes a Harry Potter theme, a gaming theme, skiing and snowboarding theme and many others. Although they are based in Utah, Hoopes has also done weddings in California, Nevada, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana and Colorado.

Hoopes Events also applies their expertise and knowledge to help couples live out their exotic, destination wedding dreams. They’re looking forward to their weddings in Tulum, Mexico and Guanacaste, Costa Rica the first part of this year. Here’s what Tonya has to say about destination weddings, “What most couples don’t realize is that a destination wedding, in many cases, costs less than a traditional wedding. What’s more romantic than a wedding at your dream destination surrounded by family and friends?”

“I am so inspired by each of my clients as I hear stories of how they met, where they work, details of their personal lives and so much more. I love following them through the rest of their life milestones; it brings joy into our days and reminds me of why my team works hard to ensure our clients special day is all about them!”

– Tonya Hoopes, Owner

Ask the Expert:

What’s Ahead:

The year 2023 is bringing new opportunities for couples: We’re so excited! The world is open and couples can look forward to endless opportunities for their wedding celebration.

Excited about:

We’re looking forward to mismatched dress colors and styles. This trend brings color pops to every wedding while allowing each bridal party member to create a look that complements them without distracting from the bride!

Fresh Ideas:

A wedding to remember is all about personal touches. What moves you? A breathtaking mountain view, a rustic cabin, an elaborate hall or a fairy-tale castle? Be willing to create that vision. A lot can be done to transform any venue into the wedding venue of your dreams.

Contact Hoopes Weddings and Events

Tonya Hoopes, Owner

435-414-0090

104 E. Fort Union Blvd., Midvale

hoopesevents.com

Wedding Trend Watch: Floral Texture

We recently spotted some of our favorite out-of-the-box bouquets from recent issues cropping up on inspiration boards, which can mean only one thing: floral texture and high-structure bouquets will have a big moment this 2023 wedding season. Whether you’re inspired by the dried fronds of the Utah desert or a vibrant and bursting palette of blooms, scroll through a few of our favorite arrangements to help bring more trending floral texture to your bridal bouquet.

Utah Bride and Groom’s Floral Texture Favorites

Go Neutral

Photo by Heather Nan

Sure, when it comes to white wedding flowers, roses rule. But in this shoot at Washington Schoolhouse Hotel, Allsion Baddley of La Fete Floral and Design showcases atypical beauties like luminaria, astilbe, fuzzy grasses and skeleton fern to steal the show. “This is a very seasonless look,” she explains. “You can use most of these flowers any time of the year. Spring, winter or fall. They even work in the mid-summer when you’re wanting to cool off.”

For a set of decidedly masculine wedding details, planner Mara Mazdzer of Fuse Weddings and Events declares contemporization as the key. In this layout, refreshingly out-of-the-box elements such as live, cloud-like cotton, twigs and branches offer foliage options far from traditional floral texture. For the tablescape, Mazdzer invites stylish minimalist accents with high-structure rose and dried foliage.

Photo by Heather Nan

Leading the floral texture craze, dried flowers are an increasingly popular way to bring a bit of character to arrangements. Echinops (or blue globe thistle) is a standout pod in the dried-bloom revolution. Here, limonium, feather grasses and begonia offer lightweight volume for a petite posy. See all the arrangements from this Desert-Inspired Bouquets shoot here.

Photo by Heather Nan

Lizzy Bowden relies on tried-and-true eucalyptus to bring cascading life to this dainty bouquet. Lively green makes for a fresh and fragrant bunch including, spirea, veronica, garden roses, jasmine.

Floral Texture in All Hues

Photo by Heather Nan

Can you say scroll-stopper? This unmissable orange arrangement by La Fête Floral & Design combines all our favorite citrusy sun-up hues, including dahlias, garden roses, gomphrena, ranunculus, bittersweet ornithogalum, and lively twigs bringing fresh meadow magic to the bouquet.

Taking cues from the black, magenta and gold floral wallpaper adorning the foyer at Utah brunch favorite Sunday’s BestDecoration, Inc. created show-stopping yet low-profile centerpieces in bright and cheery magenta, warm coral, deep red and bubble-gum pink. Layers of floral texture and varieties included garden spray roses, dahlias, anemones, peonies, orchids and nerine lilies for bursting-at-the-seams lushness.

Photo by Heather Nan

Lexie Sandberg of Carpe Diem Floral captures yellow’s spicy break-of-day hues using football mums, coxcomb, huechera, scabiosa, echinacea, ranunculus, zinnia and date palm berries, draping down the arm of the bride for peak aisle drama.

Varying sizes, shapes, and hues of roses bring intense visual interest to this table arrangement by Tinge Floral. Paired with a white chocolate cake, this table becomes a work of art with a signature loose bouquet. Get the full color-block wedding inspiration experience of this shoot here.

Get more floral texture inspiration from our Pinterest boards!

Valentine’s Day Brunch at Laurel Brasserie

Tell us: What sounds better than a cozy, intimate brunch to celebrate your love this Valentine’s Day? The old Hollywood decor of Laurel Brasserie and stunning architecture of the monumental Grand America Hotel in which it resides provide a romantic, urban castle backdrop for this splendid styled gallery by Ali Montemayor Photography.

“For this shoot, I was reflecting about the quiet moments before or after a couple says ‘I Do,’ where they could bask in their newlywed state without the congressional of guests in tow,” Montemayor says. “I figure they’d simply want to eat!”

Montemayor took one look at the Grand America’s specialty facade with its radiating decadence, and dubbed it the perfect setting for the modern bride and groom. This adoring husband and wife circled back to their wedding day bliss in high style, sampling stunning dishes from the brasserie’s freshly developed menu.

Dreamy Dress Rentals provided an elegant mini dress that combines the right amounts of modern meets vintage fashion. “This dress whispers bridal, instead of screaming it,” says Montemayor.

“Life after 2020 looks a lot different for couples, so I wanted to capture a moment of celebratory inspiration for those looking for a quieter, more intimate affair.”

Photographer: Ali Montemayor Photography | @alimontemayorphotography

Model: Shantell Sorenson | @_shantell_sorenson_

Dress: Dreamy Dress Rentals | @dreamydressrentalsutah

Location: Laurel Brasserie & Bar | @laurelslc

Elegant Bridals at Midway Ice Castles

“I try to shoot in a more editorial wedding style, which brings more of a high-end, artistic look for my couples,” says photographer Veronica Lybbert of V Photography.

For this dream styled shoot, Lybbert celebrated all things texture, layering rich fabrics and lush colors against the awe-inspiring backdrop of Utah’s annual Midway Ice Castles attraction. Bringing a solid foundation to the look, this model groom dons a deep navy suit which sleekly contrasts with the setting’s stark enclaves.

As star of the show, the bride’s gown is a vision in full-flowered lace, with gossamer straps perfectly framing smooth gold accessories. Known as The Sarah Gown from Utah Gowns’ collection, this bridal ensemble exudes elegance and beauty from every crease in its full skirt.

With beautifully icy galleries such as this, we almost wish spring would remain at bay.

Utah Wedding Vendors

Photography: V Photography, @vphotographyphoto

Gown: Utah Gowns, @utahgowns

Venue: Midway Ice Castles, @icecastles_

Western Style Wedding: Three Styles for a Cowboy-Chic Celebration

Utah’s landscapes offer idyllic settings for cowboy-chic celebrations of any style.

From Hollywood to high fashion, it seems everyone’s going cowboy. Weddings are no exception. Couples far and wide flock to Utah to celebrate their nuptials among the promontory peaks and crimson cliffs of the state’s legendary Western landscapes. 

WESTERN STYLE WEDDING #1: BLACK TIE RUSTIC AT BLUE SKY RANCH

Photos by Megan Robinson Photography

Couples looking to bring high-end polish to their cowboy celebrations need look no further than Wanship’s luxury venue, The Lodge at Blue Sky. Just 30 minutes from Park City, Blue Sky delivers a new kind of ambiance for those wanting to embrace the true cowboy atmosphere found in the venue’s storied past as a working ranch. 

Many rustic-leaning brides opt for wildflowers to grace their well-dressed tablescapes, and creating a luxurious look using such simple blooms is a Utah wedding planner’s specialty. “It takes careful planning to make an event look both elegant and effortless,” says industry expert Michelle Cousins. 

For Nicole and Tyler’s barn nuptials, the Michelle Leo team exquisitely blended cowgirl country with high-fashion femininity using hardwood tables and chargers as a backdrop for organic vessels of dainty wildflowers and delicate chiffon linens. A rich palette of blues and warm neutrals quintessentially captures Utah’s transition from summer to fall, capping off this event’s theme. 

According to Cousins, an expertly  finished tablescape is key to visually conveying luxury in any celebration. “A completely set and designed table helps elevate any event, especially those that are more rustic,” she says. “A setting immerses guests in the ambiance with something beautiful and elevates their experience. It’s all in the details.”

Including comfort-food favorites on the menu throughout the celebrations makes the mood abundantly clear: microbrews, BBQ and cobbler all say, “Cowboy shindig, this way!” Food paired with fashion is a surefire way to involve guests in an event theme. This couple landed upon a rare “black tie rustic” dress code, inviting their loved ones to don their boots along with their suits to match Nicole’s custom-designed peplum gown and fringed footwear. 

For added drama, Nicole made her grand ceremony entrance in iconic cowgirl style: pulled behind a team of spectacular black horses. 

Ultimately, Cousins contends that events can be themed in every detail without erring on the side of kitsch. By mingling cowhide with chiffon and champagne, industrial metal details with on-trend wicker chandeliers, and other glamorous accents with Blue Sky’s bucolic atmosphere, this team fashioned a luxuriously formal event without a trace of inhibiting stuffiness.

Blue Sky Ranch Wedding Vendors

Planning and Design: Michelle Leo Events, michelleleoevents.com

Photography: Megan Robinson Photo, meganrobinsonphoto.com

Videographer: Branson Maxwell Video, bransonmaxwell.com

Floral: Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com

Venue and Catering: The Lodge at Blue Sky, aubergeresorts.com/bluesky

Rentals: Diamond Event and Tent, diamondevent.com

Chairs: Vault Event Rentals, vaulteventrentals.com

Chargers: Alpine Event Co., alpineevent.co

Cake: Lustr Creative, msha.ke/lustrcreative

Lighting: Moonlight Lighting Utah, moonlightutah.com

DJ: Ricky Barrera, @therickybarrera

HMUA: Marisa Rose, marisarosemph.com

Paper Goods: Twelve30 Creative, twelve30.com

WESTERN STYLE WEDDING #2: RANCH REFRESH AT THIS IS THE PLACE HERITAGE PARK

Photo by Hillary Taylor Harmon

Brides who long for western flavor but are not quite ready to give up a bit of playful glitz needn’t worry. For guidance, look no further than this fusion fête created by Leslie Price, owner of Leslie Dawn Events. At this après-vows affair, a historic vintage homestead and a Southwest-inspired palette meet the flashing-lights drama of the Nashville cowgirl. The result? A powerful design punch pairing modern simplicity with an upbeat palette. 

Photo by Hillary Taylor Harmon

To perfect the ranch refresh, Price has a few tricks up her sleeve.

“I would first find a color palette that really represents your personality and let it take you to unexpected places,” says Price. “This allows you to deliver a fresh take on many classic elements.” The happy-go-party-girl bride should never be dulled by a basic color scheme, and vibrant bride Hayley took the reins of a buoyant palette and ran with it all the way to the stables. Summery peach, glowing grapefruit pink, electric green and rich violet come together in a dazzlingly youthful mix, starting with a color-blocked invitation suite designed by the bride.

 The palette continues day-of, modernizing Utah’s classic Kimball House into an of-the-hour hoedown. Traditional western trinkets including cattle skulls, wagon wheels and lasso rope get a 2020’s-funk treatment throughout the design, peaking in the form of a neon-hued photo booth.

Introducing the playful edge and contemporary punch that this bride craved, a greenery wall sporting flutes of lavender lemonade became the guests’ first experience of the party’s unique style.

Photo by Hillary Taylor Harmon

“That was our theme throughout this entire wedding: blending something old and something new to create a never-before-seen style that was totally on-brand for this couple,” Price explains.

Capturing this unique pairing of demure and drama, The Petal Coop delivered in blooms. Angular wildflower centerpieces teamed airy freshness with stylized structure, giving each bouquet a runway-ready finish. For added whimsy, each table setup included elegant—and edible— elements. Oranges, blackberries, peaches and figs contribute to the scene’s striking colors.

“For a playful and modern bride, I love adding unexpected table elements,” says Price. “Here, the linens were a soft pink velvet, and the fruits brought a pop of color even bolder than what florals could deliver.”

Photo by Hillary Taylor Harmon

The ode to the Southwest continues from the palette to the bride’s sleek and structured jumpsuit, with a dramatic homage to the past in tow. Floor-length fringe adds movement, glamour and on-the-town flirtiness while still keeping things beautiful and bridal.

This is the Place Wedding Vendors: 

Planning & Design: Leslie Dawn Events, lesliedawnevents.com 

Photos: Hillary Taylor Harmon, @hillarytaylorharmon

Venue: This is the Place, thisistheplace.org

Floral: The Petal Coop, thepetalcoop.com 

Rentals: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com

Lighting: Moonlight Lighting Utah, moonlightutah.com

Catering: Cubby’s, cubbys.co/catering

Cake: Salt Cake City, saltcakecity.com

Bar Service: Cheers and Swizzles, cheersandswizzles.com

Photo Booth Furniture: Utah Vintage Rentals, utahvintage.rentals

Makeup: Aubrey Robertson, @aubreymakeup_

Hair: Simply Mindy, simplymindy.net

Groom’s Suit: Smith Bespoke, smithbespoke.com

Bride’s Attire: Rminé Bridal,  rminebespoke.com

Stationery: Superlative Design, superlativedesign.co.uk

WESTERN STYLE WEDDING #3: RED ROCK ROMANCE AT LAZALU RESORT, ZION NATIONAL PARK

Photo by Ashley Meagan Photography

In today’s events climate, adventure lovers are embracing the destination micro wedding more than ever. Lazalu, a quaint venue nestled among the majestic formations of Zion National Park, offers unmatched vistas for outdoor enthusiasts like Samantha and Brett.

In this intimate celebration designed by Laura Stagg of Forevermore Events, every element is an ode to the venue’s striking red-rock views. 

Photo by Ashley Meagan Photography

“To achieve a truly western look, we encourage our couples to mirror the landscape in their design, accentuating the atmosphere and immersing their celebration in the beauty that Southern Utah provides,” Stagg says. “Including the organic elements of the desert in the palette and florals adds a bit of that Wild West flair to the magic of the wedding day.” 

A palette of warm desert hues carries the red-rock theme from the ceremony to the reception tables. Bridesmaids garbed in rust-colored satin impeccably mirror the bronzed cliffs on the horizon while copper and amber tones deliver a Zion-inspired palette to the couple’s rustic table settings. 

A true desert tribute comes to life with indigenous cacti spotted throughout the floral design, appearing as succulent blossoms on catering tables, in individual pots amid simple cotton place settings and even as unexpected accents in the bride’s bouquet. Each arrangement delivers a decidedly freshly-foraged-from-Utah look, marrying seamlessly with a traditional boho scheme of dried fronds and neutral blooms. 

Photo by Ashley Meagan Photography

The remainder of the décor is understated, showcasing soft macrame accents and on-trend acrylic signage that deliver a level of refinement without overpowering the park’s stunning scenery. Even the triangular ceremony backdrop features ample negative space, allowing expansive views to shine through as Samantha and Brett tied the knot. 

Photo by Ashley Meagan Photography

Carefully curated moments deliver intimacy to this desert affair. They include raised-glass toasts made while clad in cowboy-chic furs, homemade jerky samplings bow hunted and prepared by the bride herself, and a cozy sweetheart’s table at which Samantha finished her bridal ensemble with a well-matched ivory cowboy hat and fur jacket.  

Lazalu Wedding Vendors: 

Planning and Design: Forevermore Events, forevermoreevents.com

Photographer: Ashley Meagan Photography,
ashleymeaganphotography.com

Rentals: St. George Party Rentals, stgeorgepartyrentals.com

Signage: Black Julep Studio, etsy.com/shop/BlackJulepStudio

Venue: Lazalu, lazalu.com

Hair: The Honey Salon, @honeysalonbride

Makeup: Chantry Wagstaff, @honeysalonbride

Floral: By Bloomers, bybloomers.com

DJ: Festival Sounds, festivalsounds.com

Caterer: Magleby’s, maglebys.com

Baker: CBJ and Company, @cbjandcompany

Hat: Tilly’s, @tillys

Gown: Beloved Couture Bridal, belovedcouturebridal.squarespace.com

Suit: Men’s Wearhouse, menswearhouse.com

Tie: Azazie, azazie.com

Forever In Love: Red Rock Bridals in Zion National Park

On a peak high in the red rock formations of Zion National Park, the soon-to-be-wed Kylee and Braxton donned their “I Do” attire to commemorate their coming vows in the majesty of Utah’s southern landscapes.

In a shoot with Jessie Lyn Photography, the pair climbed to the top of a cliff surrounded in national park views, and captured moments that they’ll remember for a lifetime.

Braxton donned a tan suit, accented by a sleek and skinny black tie, while his bride to be embodied the sleek theme in a custom-fit crepe gown from The Bride Room, with abundant modernity in the form of well-formed tulle sleeves with embroidered floral detailing.

Second only to the bride, an exquisite bouquet of rust, blush and cream flowers nearly steals the show, flawlessly complementing the unique landscape in the shoot’s backdrop.

“This bridal bouquet is a custom permanent botanical piece made by Kasi Miller Designs. The bouquet was arranged to look like it was hand picked from a field of wildflowers. These are forever flowers, and can be enjoyed for years to come.”

Utah Wedding Vendors

Photography: Jessie Lyn Photography, @jessielynphotography

Location: Zion National Park, @zionnps

Gown: The Bride Room, @utahbrideroom

Floral: Kasi Miller Designs, @kasimillerdesigns

Suit: Adrian’s, @adriandsmenswear

Nails: Julie Heaton, @julieheaton

Go Big with O.C. Tanner Jewelers Engagement Rings

From emerald cuts to pear-shaped solitaires, larger-than-life diamonds dazzle when married with specially-styled settings, exemplified in this collection of O.C. Tanner Jewelers engagement rings and bands.

When shopping for a diamond to commemorate your forever commitment, the pros will tell you it comes down to “The Four C’s:” cut, carat weight, clarity and color.

When shopping for large stones, O.C. Tanner Jewelers’ diamond buyer Ericka Weissman encourages couples to keep a particularly close eye on the cut. A well-cut diamond will have depth in all the right places, where it adds sparkle to the visual appearance of the stone, rather than just adding empty carat weight lower in the setting.

“An expertly cut diamond will look bigger and brighter than its average counterparts,” Weissman says. “Always look for a diamond with an ideal cut, as it will deliver the desired sparkle in any size.” 

Now that you’ve found your perfect stone, set your sights on the setting. A sublime setting, as the experts know, visibly accentuates the size and stature of a center stone, including a masterfully cut diamond.

The Kwiat engagement collection, available at O.C. Tanner Jewelers in Downtown SLC, brilliantly showcases the perfect marriage of setting and a spectacular stone. Case in point, consider one of the line’s most unique rings (top) featuring a rare patented Ashoka-cut diamond, encircled with diamond and sapphire halos in an elegant elongated shape. The Kwiat cushion ring, pictured in the third box, showcases a dazzling brilliant-cut diamond accompanied by a platinum band and discreet pavé accents for eye-catching sparkle from all angles. 

Find Your O.C. Tanner Jewelers Engagement Ring

Top: Kwiat platinum 1.01K ASHOKA® diamond ring with sapphire and pavé diamond accents, $18,700

Bottom: Suna Bros. platinum band with 3.24ctw baguettes, $16,000

Rahaminov 3.01K emerald cut diamond with pavé accent, set in 18K yellow gold, price upon request

Top: Kwiat 4.73K center cushion cut diamond in platinum, price upon request

Bottom: Precision Set band with 1.07K pear shape diamonds, set in platinum, $6,020

Jade Trau 0.72K pear shape solitaire diamond, set in 18K yellow gold, $5,000

Rahaminov ring with .6-K center Movál® diamond, set in 18K rose gold with pave diamonds, $8,750

Featured rings available at O.C. Tanner Jewelers, SLC, octannerjewelers.com

Find more bridal fashion inspiration here.

Celebration Makers 2023: 360 Degrees Restaurant Group

Perhaps best known for its restaurants Pig & A Jelly Jar and WB’s Eatery, 360 Degrees Restaurant Group is stepping into the wedding scene this season with an out-of-the-box creation: a flawlessly restored vintage coffee cart now moonlighting as a mobile non-alcoholic bar for events and weddings.

“For us, it is important to be inclusive,” says Vivi Wanderley-Britt, Chief Marketing Officer for 360 Degrees Restaurant Group. “More often than you might think, people feel left out if they don’t drink at a party. We want to show people you can have a quality craft cocktail without the alcohol.”

When it comes to quality, this team goes all in. Rather than reduced options of soda or simple ciders for non-drinkers, 360 Degrees restaurants have sourced a full bar of craft zero-proof liquors, non-alcoholic wines and more. Wanderley-Britt boasts that at WB’s Eatery, diners can order any drink on the menu as a “dry cocktail.” 360 Degrees has also launched an e-commerce shop, offering non-alcoholic fare for sober celebrations at home.

The options don’t stop there. WB’s Eatery and Pig & a Jelly Jar can both bring pan-seared entrees, snack boards and classic appetizers to the party. “We think food should be approachable, and that it doesn’t need to be expensive to be good,” Wanderley-Britt says. “The secret is in simplicity. Food made with love tastes good, and that’s what we bring to the table.”

Ask the Expert

What’s Ahead:

We are excited to break into the events industry as a one-stop shop. With us, you don’t need to work with anyone else—we can deliver catering, food trucks, mobile cocktail carts, accommodations in our Air BnBs, and even entertainers for receptions! 

Excited about:

Recognizing the movement and embracing the nonalcoholic industry is remarkable. Just as we have a variety of options and packages for couples, it’s important for hosts to have options to present to their guests. We are proud to be a partner in that push!

 Fresh Ideas:

Our mobile bar kart can bring a new experience to any kind of event, from baby showers to corporate parties. We can easily set up a whole lounge area in any venue. Put us on your invite list, and we’ll bring the works (retro inflatable pink couch in tow).  

Contact 360 Degrees Restaurant Group

Events@360degreesrg.com 

360degreesrestaurantgroup.com

Pig & A Jelly Jar
401 E. 900 South, Salt Lake City
227 25th Street, Ogden

WB’s Eatery at The Monarch
455 25th Street, Ogden

WB’s Bottle Shop at Pig Kitchen Venue
1968 E. Murray Holladay Road, Holladay

25 Gowns from Paris Fashion Week 2023

This past week, the fashion world’s top designers and brands gathered in Paris, France to show off their newest couture looks for 2023. From ballgowns to mosaic masterpieces, many collections featured ensembles perfect for a walk down the aisle. Among the “I Do”-ready outfits were a variety of top-notch accessories, from capes to billowing headpieces, that showcase the maximal bridal wave about to take the wedding world by storm. Scroll on for a collection of our favorite bridal-friendly looks debut on the runway this week. Photos via Vogue | StyleDumond.

Chanel Couture and Ready to Wear

Often recognized for clean lines and understated elegance, legendary Chanel kept things dainty on the catwalks of both their couture and ready-to-wear shows. Intricately patterned lace was the theme of the hour, ranging from fringy floral applique to lush jumbo floral motifs. One look from the couture collection also featured a floor-length tweed overcoat and lace gloves, highlighting a coming fad of bridal accessories to diversify your look across your events. In ready-to-wear territory, black accents brought effortlessly chic contrast to two gowns: one featuring billowing full length sleeves and a sleek belt while the other stunned with simplicity in the form of a drop-waist ribbon border atop neat lace rosettes. Simultaneously the most bridal and the most contemporary, a short number hidden behind an embroidered-dove veil shows off statement-making metallic booties for the glitz-loving bride.

Dior Couture 2023

The architectural cuts and sleek silhouettes synonymous with the the name “Christian Dior” were out in full force for the label’s Monday show, with flowing, off-white pieces full of structure taking the stage. UBG favorites include: a shimmering gown with knotted neckline and sky-high slit detailing; a wide-collared column dress sporting stacked tiers treated with tasteful bronze threads; and a classic pleated skirt meshing with the second cape on our list, this time in glossy satin with a simple cord closure.

Fendi Couture 2023

Fendi’s collection was rich with hip-hugging designs, ready for the modern bride awaiting a bit of sensual flair on her big day. A bow-cinched piece with a sexy slit led the first of the bridal-adjacent looks, featuring a flirty spaghetti-strap neckline peeking out from a straight-edge bodice, offering a taste of youthfulness to an otherwise traditional style. Lace was also on the menu, here, with both a pinstripe-style sheath and a sheer eyelet lace fabric (fashioned into a vintage-inspired asymmetrical skirt) flitted down the runway.

For the more out-of-the-box bride, try this blushing sheer tulle number on for size. Tightly-sewn pleats highlight every curve, while a flowing skirt brings the romance to the gown’s bottom layers.

Giambattista Valli Couture 2023

Mr. Valli says 2023 is the year of the maximalist bride, and we are all ears. Our top two picks were a rosy one-shouldered gown of thickly-layered tulle in a drop-waist mermaid silhouette, and a larger-than-life ballgown anchored by a boned corset and enough ruffles to last until next season and beyond.

Julie de Libran Couture 2023

This simple strapped-sheath brings all of the cool-girl vibes we need this year. We are loving the intricate daisy motif, the ankle-grazing midi length and the flawless fit on this piece from Julie de Libran.

Valentino Couture 2023

High-glamour brides can check all of their dramatic and romantic boxes with these two ballgowns from Maison Valentino. Go bold and modern with a feather-laden number full of texture, or keep it classic with a full skirt and luxurious ruffle bodice.

Viktor and Rolf Couture 2023

Although presented in rather unpredictable fashion, Viktor and Rolf stuck to a tried-and-true strapless ballgown silhouette for many of their looks, and brought eye-catching details for fashionable elevation. In this first gown, a glittering brooch and soft pastel details bring a unique flair to a beloved fit.

Zuhair Murad Couture 2023

Strut down the aisle looking like a Hollywood starlet in one of many show-stopping pieces from Zuhair Murad’s couture collection. For the vintage-minded, a high-necked gem-encrusted piece delivers Marilyn on every level, while the flirty bride can take a sexy turn in a weaving mermaid fit with curve-enhancing beaded detailing.

A one-shouldered crepe selection delivers sparkle galore for the glitz-and-glam fiancee. Meanwhile, every accessory imaginable makes a splash in a heavily laced ensemble featuring an impressive structured hat, flowing veil, ruffled cape and stunning illusion sweetheart neckline. Mix and match with accessories of your choice, or go all-in for a dramatic entrance.