Influences from William and Kate's Royal Wedding

There were many of us who sat and admired the beauty, elegance and charm of Prince William and Kate Middleton's royal wedding.  Some watched for stars who were in attendance, while others for the feeling of magic with the horse drawn carriage and castle.  And many of us were also watching all the details of Kate's gown, veil, jewelry, flowers, and any other tiny detail that fascinated us.

While most of us cannot afford such an extravagant affair, we can take the details and create them in a more budget-friendly manner. Naturally, our Fashion Team adored Kate's wedding gown!  The beautiful lace overlay was softening, and elegant.  At Sydney's Closet we have choices that are similar with the lace overlay on the bodice.  Shown below is a long sleeve, matte satin gown, with lovely detailing on the bodice and skirt, which is carried over onto the lace sleeves.  Next is a matte satin strapless with a lace bolero included, with  the lace detailing carried onto the gown and onto the skirt also.  Finally we have a lace bolero sold separately to add over a strapless gown.

Disney's New Plus Size Wedding Dresses Debut

Sydney's Closet style experts just snagged one of the hottest invitations in the fashion industry - a chance to be there when designer for the stars Kirstie Kelly unveils a collection of Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings created just for the plus size bride. The fashion show takes place Sunday, Oct. 19, at the famed Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City. Inside word has it that the curvy model who wears the dreamy plus size wedding dresses really looks like a Princess! Also on the runway, bridesmaids dresses in plus sizes and flower girl dresses. Check back Monday, Oct. 20 for a full report right from the runway.