Shabby Chic

It's official, my favorite cover of the three, Shabby Chic, will be our next Premier Bride cover.
This will be our first cover with a short wedding dress. It's fun; it's whimsical; it's perfect for a non-traditional bride.
The model reminds me of a newly engaged friend of mine. How cute she will look in a dress like this!
But the decision is not mine. It's hers. As well is should not be. All brides have their own vision for their wedding; it's not their mother's wedding; it's not their planner's wedding. It's the bride's day and her wedding. And everything about her wedding should express who she is and what she wants to convey on this most important day of her life.
Whether it's like our covers...high fashion, shabby chic, or trendy glam...whatever you choose it will be distinctively you and you'll look marvelous!!!

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The Local Tuxedo Difference

When renting your tuxedo, ask the company, do you own and alter your merchandise locally? Do you “ship them in” on a weekly basis? Why these particular questions? Why is working with a locally owned tuxedo company so important? Here’s why: a locally owned company usually owns their own merchandise. A locally owned company alters their own merchandise. A locally owned company has the tuxedos, shirts and all the accessories in stock so you can exchange sizes and styles at the last minute, if necessary! You don’t have to worry about that out of town guy. When he arrives, if it doesn’t fit, they can make the changes quickly. Also find out what designers are offered. What styles and colors are offered? What are your options? Working with a locally owned company means you have the top designers to choose from for your wedding party, a variety of options and all, usually, at a better value. The men in your wedding party will look and feel great at an affordable price.



by Tom Steadman of Tuxedo Junction

Tom Steadman is manager of Tuxedo Junction located in Northpark Shopping Center in Ridgeland, MS.

First Intuition is Your Best

Yes, you can buy the first dress you try on or the first dress with which you fall in love. Don’t talk yourself out of it. If this is the dress you envisioned, buy it now. If you wait or procrastinate, you may go back to the salon and the dress is not there. Top this with time constraints; you may not have enough time to order your gown. Trust your first instinct! Allow yourself plenty of time to order your wedding dress and all the accessories. This way everything is in and you are ready to go. Most wedding dresses are now from overseas. With the fabric, bead work and intricate designs, you need a minimum of four months and that’s without delays. We strongly advise 6 months to one year. Get your gown in early (and your veil) so you’ll have plenty of time for alterations and your bridal portrait.



by Dorcas Prince of Low's Bridal


Dorcas Prince is owner of Low’s Bridal and Formal in Brinkley, AR. It is the largest bridal salon west of the Mississippi.

Do Your Research & Get the Right Thing

Girls, here’s a tip to give to your guys: Most guys want to surprise you with a ring and do it romantically. They want to give you the right ring, the ring of your dreams. They don’t want to spend money on the wrong ring or a ring you won’t be happy with and enjoy. Here’s the suggestion: go to the jeweler with your intended and show him what you like. There might be several stones and settings that you like. Your engagement ring is your most important piece of jewelry! After all, you will have this ring for a lifetime and it’s something you will wear every day. Let your jeweler find the ring and the setting. And let your intended figure out how to propose and present your gorgeous ring.



by Jay Lake of Carter Jewelers



Jay Lake and his father are owners of Carter Jewelers in downtown Jackson, MS. Carter Jewelers is the third oldest registered jewelry store in the country.

Do you really need a Wedding Coordinator?

The last thing you want on your Wedding Day is to run around putting out fires. A wedding coordinator’s primary goal and motivation is to prevent those fires from happening in the first place. They are with you every step of the way to alleviate stress, help you build the wedding of your dreams and allow you and your family to enjoy your special day as well as the entire process leading up to it.

A professional coordinator will ask questions, show pictures, share experiences, ideas and help you develop a cohesive wedding plan that is distinctively you, from beginning to end. Your coordinator will offer workable suggestions to those sticky situations, help you find the perfect wedding vendors, and steer you away from common, costly mistakes.

A wedding is a huge investment. You wouldn’t make a major purchase without seeking professional advice. Why would you do anything less with the most important day of your life?




by Jean McGrury of After the Proposal


Jean McGrury is a wedding and event coordinator on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Jean’s creativity stems from her many years on the west coast.

Home Away from Home

Among the countless wedding checklists that exist, too often an important consideration is missing, making hotel reservations for out-of-town guests. Part of the success of any wedding is the atmosphere in which your guests gather. Arranging for hotel accommodations should be on your wedding checklist four to six months prior to your wedding date. When choosing a hotel consider location, price range, number of guestrooms needed, special facilities and requirements: pool, suites or a hospitality suite, handicap accessible rooms. Proper planning in arranging accommodations for your guests will save you unnecessary worries and allow you be a relaxed and happy bride and groom.


by Lindsay Hamm of the MMI Hotel Group