All Things Bridal: The Avery Austin Blog

When it comes to all things bridal, the Avery Austin blog has everything you need to know. Explore these bridal blogs for wedding preparation tips, bridal party etiquette, wedding planning advice, and so much more. There are wedding dress fashion blogs that cover topics about necklines, sleeves, silhouettes, and trains. From safe online shopping to preparing wedding invitations, these bridal blogs are a one-stop shop for all of your wedding needs. These are the best wedding blogs for both inspiration and information that will have you ready to walk confidently down the aisle.

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Avery Austin try-at-home wedding dress sample worn by a bride at home
Try-at-Home Wedding Dress Party Ideas
by Maggie Hoffpauir
Perhaps you’ve heard about try-at-home wedding dress parties and how they’re an excellent alternative to traditional bridal salon shopping in this digital age. With all of the bridal necessities at our fingertips thanks to online shopping, more and more brides...
Bride wearing a flowy Avery Austin wedding dress, ideal for a destination wedding
Destination Wedding Planning Guide
by Maggie Hoffpauir
Whether it’s always been your dream to have a destination wedding or you’ve only recently played with the idea of getting married in a far off, dreamy locale, the trick to successfully planning a destination wedding is proper preparation. From...
Lace and satin ball gown - best plus-size wedding dresses of 2026
The Best Plus-Size Wedding Dresses for 2026
by Mika Foster
Flattering, stylish, and supportive, the best plus-size wedding dresses for 2026 are designed with curvy figures in mind. From structured corsets to embellished sleeves, the top 2026 plus-size wedding dresses are on trend with the latest bridal features and all...
Classic ivory wedding dress with pockets - engagement season timeline
Engagement Season: Your Wedding Planning Timeline
by Maggie Hoffpauir
From engagement to wedded bliss, there’s a lot of planning to do! Having the right engagement-to-wedding timeline checklist can go a long way to helping you stay on top of all of the big and small details that will help...
Modern fit-and-flare lace wedding dress - 2026 wedding dress trends
Top 10 Wedding Dress Trends for 2026
by Justin Yeh
From reemerging classics to modern bridal favorites, the 2026 wedding dress trends offer the best of both worlds. Whether you’re a big fan of vintage stylings or the latest runway designs, there’s something for everyone in the top wedding dresses...
Woman wearing an emerald green bridesmaid dress on a white background.
Tips and Tricks for Bridesmaid Dress Shopping
by Maggie Hoffpauir
When it comes to shopping for bridesmaid dresses, etiquette is crucial to keeping positivity high and wedding stress levels low. That goes for both the bride and her bridal party! From figuring out what to wear to bridesmaid dress shopping...
Woman wearing a simple long sleeve white wedding dress with a plunging neckline with a grey background.
Choosing a Wedding Dress for a Second Marriage
by Justin Yeh
Choosing a wedding dress for your second marriage can evoke so many memories and emotions on both ends of the spectrum. Perhaps you’re looking for a second marriage wedding dress as a bride over 50, or you’re looking to begin...
Model wearing a pastel blue bridesmaid dress with a low v-neckline in front of a grey background.
The Bridal Guide to Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses
by Maggie Hoffpauir
Although identical bridesmaid dresses are still a popular choice for bridal parties, the rise in mismatched bridesmaid dresses reveals a lot about our modern day brides. With an eye for creativity and an appreciation for diversity, these brides have embraced...
Bride wearing an off-the-shoulder long white vow renewal wedding dress.
Can You Wear a Wedding Dress to Renew Your Vows?
by Justin Yeh
Just as brides worry over the do’s and don’t’s of bridal etiquette, married women looking to renew their vows often find themselves in the same situation. This is especially true when it comes to the dress. For a vow renewal...
Bride wearing a modest white wedding dress with long sleeves in front of a grey background.
How to Make Your Wedding Dress Modest
by Justin Yeh
Once you’ve found your dream gown, it’s hard to let go of it, even if you know you’ll need to make your wedding dress more modest than it has been designed. There are many reasons you may need to customize...
Bride wearing a white simple wedding dress in front of a neutral solid background.
Is My Wedding Dress Too Simple and Plain?
by Justin Yeh
Have you fallen in love with a simple wedding dress but now find yourself worrying that maybe it’s too plain? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Many brides find themselves weighed down by self-doubt, especially if family and friends prefer more...
Woman wearing a sleeveless long bridesmaid dress in front of a white background.
How to Match Bridesmaid Dresses to Your Wedding Dress
by Maggie Hoffpauir
Making sure that the bridesmaid dresses complement the bride’s dress is a huge part of creating a cohesive look for the whole bridal party. It’s easy to get hyper-focused on other big decisions about bridesmaid dresses, like if bridesmaids should...
Bride wearing a strapless white wedding dress standing in front of a solid neutral background.
How to Choose a Timeless Plus-Size Wedding Dress
by Mika Foster
Finding the best timeless wedding dress styles as a plus-size curvy bride is a cinch once you know how to start. If your bridal dream is to deck yourself out in a classic wedding dress that flatters your curves and...
Shopping at Avery Austin vs. Traditional Bridal Shops
Shopping at Avery Austin vs. Traditional Bridal Shops
by Mika Foster
As you prepare to shop for your dream wedding dresses, you may find yourself wondering if online wedding dress shopping or in-store shopping is right for you. And it’s no wonder, since It is becoming increasingly common for brides to...