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Unbox the Dress: For All Your Wedding-Dress-Repurposing Needs

NK Bride January 9, 2024

We had the pleasure of interviewing Co-Founder and CEO of Unbox the Dress, Grace Lightner, and Marketing Coordinator, Kellie Doran, to learn about the unique company. Unbox the Dress turns your vintage (and modern!) wedding dresses into priceless family heirlooms, ranging from Getting Ready Bridal Robes to Christening Outfits. Keep reading to find out about the “why” behind the brand, the distinct process, read touching stories from customers, and get all of your pertinent questions answered!

Advice to the Newlyweds from Older Relatives

NK Bride January 9, 2024

2020 has been a wild year, and has impacted so many newly-engaged, and newlywed couples. With cancelled weddings, zoom celebrations, and backyard nuptials, you may feel that you missed out on sharing special moments with your loved ones and older relatives. We wanted to bridge the gap and give you some of the best marriage/love advice and inspiration from married couples around the globe. It won’t replace Great Aunt Greta’s 30 minute monologue on being a good wife, but it may give you some great ideas as you move forward as a couple in this crazy world.

Basquiat Brides

NK Bride January 9, 2024

This fall NK Bride, in partnership with creative and talented industry professionals, styled this wedding fit for a modern, and artistic couple. This one-of-a-kind event brings florals, art, design, and elegance together, all captured by the talented photographer, Avery White. The story created through this couple is a message of love, and our talented team was inspired by the famous Brooklyn artist, Basquiat. Pulling inspiration from this urban style, and bold reflection on society. The team was able to create the perfect, unique day for our beautiful brides. The creative concept brought to life for this same sex couple pays homage to the creative and bold elements you can find in Basquiat's work.

An Elegant Afternoon in a Blooming Blue Garden

NK Bride January 9, 2024

The NK Bride team has partnered with the talented Vennissa Scarlett-Bassey, an event designer and wedding planner from Scarlett Expressions, to create a classic wedding in the park. This afternoon filled with florals and pale blues was captured by amazing photographer, Rebecca Lori. This team of professionals made bridal dreams come true, decorating with elegant white roses and gold accents, and capturing a loving, and light-hearted energy with each photo. There was no better location for this shoot then at the charming Branch Brook Park in Newark, New Jersey where the trees were in full bloom.

A Modern Magical Garden Affair

NK Bride January 9, 2024

This spring the NK Bride team partnered with talented event designer and wedding planner Vennissa Scarlett-Bassey, of Scarlett Expressions and Dawn Joe Photography to create a breathtaking, enchanted whimsical scene, perfect for a playful bride. We put together a team of wedding professional to produce an expression of a modern, magical, garden affair that showcases our talents and inspirations, all set in the beautiful Branch Brook Park in Newark, New Jersey, where all cherry blossom the trees were in full bloom.

Mediterranean in Manhattan NK Bride Editorial

NK Bride January 9, 2024

"Our approach to this editorial shoot began with a question and a challenge to us as creatives—how can we evoke the graceful, iconic allure of the Mediterranean, while based in the middle of Manhattan? More and more, we’re meeting couples who found love in NYC, though one or both originate from countries abroad. Many choose to wed in an intimate ceremony overseas, then host a New York-based reception to celebrate with family and friends at home. This got us thinking—what would it look like to host a local reception that invites guests into the colorful experience of the Mediterranean destination where the couple exchanged vows? …

Mikaela and Colin's Micro Wedding

NK Bride January 9, 2024

They rented out an Airbnb for the ceremony, a modern farmhouse that Mikaela called her dream home. While searching for the venue, she looked for a spectacular house that stands out. The one she chose was modern and clean and was surrounded by rolling hills, an aesthetic that Vermont, where Mikaela was born and raised, is known for.

NK Bride Beach Wedding in Montauk

NK Bride January 9, 2024

This summer we partnered with Michelle McSwain of Julep & Belle Photography is known for featuring sun drenched and bright images that capture the natural moments between two people in love. Together we gathered some of our favorite wedding vendors in the industry to bring bright pops of color and extra flare to create a surf inspired “Montauk Wedding” for Summer….

One Size Doesn't Fit All : Buying The Right Size At The Store Versus A Custom Wedding Dress

NK Bride January 9, 2024

The "benefit" of buying a wedding dress versus having one custom made is the fact that you can go to the store, try on the dress, pay, and walk out with it. Or at least try on one in your size and order it.

After talking to one of my recent brides who, prior to seeing me, visited a number of high-end design stores in Manhattan, I was surprised to learn that the experience, in reality, may be very different.

Real Wedding: Iva & Dennis

NK Bride January 9, 2024

Since Iva had gone to fashion school, she told me she would like to take the swatch home, think of a design herself, and do some sketches. However, she was very skeptical about her drawing ability, but I told her not to worry. She could send me whatever she drew, and I would work with her to establish the final design and fit.

Trend Alert: Bridal Sleeves Style

NK Bride January 9, 2024

Sleeves have always been popular on wedding dresses, although the modern bride is using sleeves for fun and fashion more than modesty. The bridal sleeve has become a tool for styling a wedding dress, and with the popularity of detachable sleeves growing, you can upgrade any wedding look to match your personal style with a simple snap-in sleeve. These options are popular for 2021, as they can help your wedding look change from ceremony to reception.

Bold Hair for the Beautiful Bride

NK Bride January 9, 2024

If you’re searching for inspiration for your wedding day hairstyle you’ve likely seen pages and pages of beautiful blond curls, and long voluminous braids. For many of us, these hairstyles aren’t achievable at all, and for many others, these hairstyles don’t represent an aesthetic that they feel fits them. These bold, and unique brides had no fear being themselves on their big day. Your hair doesn’t define you, but it’s a part of your identity, and you shouldn’t feel you have to change that to feel like a bride.

The Quirky Photos You Must Capture on the Big Day

NK Bride January 9, 2024

We all want the perfect wedding photo to hang on the wall, or to post on our social media, but the photos we love the most, are always the goofiest. There’s something so special about having your friends and families personalities shine through a photograph. These photo ideas will be so much fun to create, and will preserve memories of the best parts of your wedding day. From your girls, to the boys, and even the kids, there is a fun photo for every member of your wedding party to participate in.

Cute and Memorable Bridesmaid Proposals

NK Bride December 7, 2023

So he popped the question, and now its your turn, who will be your bridesmaids? A fun moment for every friend group, telling your bffs you want them in your wedding is so exciting! But in a world run by instagram, there’s new pressure to have a perfect bridesmaid proposal. Do not fear, we have compiled the best and brightest ideas for you to let your friends know they are an official member of your “I Do Crew”.

The Ultimate Bachelorette Bash: Themes, Gifts, Drinks, & More

NK Bride December 6, 2023

Need help planning the perfect party for the bride to be? We’ve got you covered! We were inspired by ZOLA, and their article about “57 Bachelorette Party Themes for the Perfect Bash”. These ideas are fun and instaworthy, and perfect for every girl gang to enjoy. Weather your bride tribe wants a chill weekend in, or to live it up every night, there is a party theme for you. Big thanks to ZOLA for these ideas.

Modern Modesty: How to Cover-Up While Looking Chic

NK Bride December 6, 2023

Whether it’s for a church or synagogue ceremony, the weather, or personal taste, some brides don’t want to show it all on the big day. Finding an appropriate jacket that does not compromise your style can sometimes feel impossible. However, there is no reason to fear, these daring brides pushed the limits of bridal fashion to bring you ideas and inspiration for your own wedding day. From denim to lace there’s no aesthetic you can’t achieve while still feeling comfortable. We always want our brides to feel like themselves, and these style ideas will help you bring all of your personality into your bridal look.

Wedding Send-off Ideas: A Modern Ride into the Sunset

NK Bride December 6, 2023

Planning a wedding is full of exciting choices to be made, and for a bride who likes to be an individual, having unique ideas to choose from is undoubtedly helpful. Hopefully you can find some inspiring ideas to include in your own special day. Every bold bride loves to make an entrance, and let’s not forget that the exit can be just as important. Whether you want to make sparks fly, or send sweetness into the air, starting your marriage off right is always important. We believe that there are many traditional ways to send-off a couple, but who says you have to do that. We know that there is certainly a perfect send-off for you and your significant other.

Choosing The Right Lace for Your Custom Wedding Gown: A Guide to Bridal Lace for Every Bride’s Style

NK Bride December 6, 2023

Choosing a lace for your wedding gown may feel like an unapproachable task. With so many choices, and the endless options that you can find online, it can be difficult to know exactly what is right for your style. Although these small details can feel overwhelming, they do not have to. With our help you can easily find a type of lace for your bridal gown that will go far beyond your expectations. When you visit our studio we can go over all the option available but in the mean time here is a guide for you to explore!

Should You Book a "Wedding Dance" Lesson?

NK Bride December 6, 2023

Did you envision your first wedding dance before you started planning your wedding? I know I didn’t! That was not a top priority on my list. I figured, what's the big deal? It's just dancing, right? But, wow, has my perception changed. I have to say I was completely wrong!

I am very lucky that one of my best friends is a professional dance instructor who owns a dance studio, which offers private lessons to couples.