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Errico Maria 2014 Spring Bridal Collection
Each Errico Maria couture gown begins with an inspiration…which is hand sketched to capture its creative vision. The idea is then brought to life through expert pattern making, precise draping and fitting that creates a unique silhouette.
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Hayley Paige Spring 2014 Bridal Collection
The Hayley Paige label is an opportunity to accentuate the sweeter and edgier arrays of femininity. Speaking of the first collection, “I wanted to debut with a fun and fresh look that could also be distinguished with just the right amount of refinement and keenness.”
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Winnie Couture 2014 Bridal Spring Collection
Winnie Couture is a modern mix of classic elegant and sophisticated couture. It blends femininity and luxury to create bridal attire silhouettes that are flattering and timeless.
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Mia Solano 2014 Bridal Spring Collection (VI)
The Mia Solano design team set out to launch the bridal industry’s most dramatic and breathtaking range. With over three decades of experience between them; Mia’s inspired, internationally debuted line, has captivated Retailers and Brides alike.
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Maggie Sottero 2014 Spring Bridal Collection (III)
MAGGIE SOTTERO is one of the most recognized and sought after bridal gown manufacturers in the world. Maggie Sottero’s mission is to make dreams a reality for every Maggie Sottero bride by delivering innovative designs, superior quality and best-in-class service.
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Tulle New York 2014 Bridal Spring Collection
Born in New York, Lia McNairy acquired her taste for elegance in fashion and life while growing up in Brussels at the American Embassy in the late 70′s and later in St. Remy de Provence in the South of France.
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Essense of Australia Fall 2014 Bridal Collection
Combining a superb fit with couture finishing, Essense of Australia brings an attention to detail that sets our wedding dresses apart from those of many other designer labels and makes your wedding truly memorable. Influenced by the fashion houses of Europe and the fashion center of New York, every Essense of Australia gown is painstakingly imagined and created by our talented and highly experienced Australian design team.
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Alma Novias 2014 Bridal Collection (III)
Created by the Rosa Clara group exclusively for specialized stores, Alma Novia, with its trendy and innovative range, offers gowns in simple and classic lines or full skirted gowns combined with formfitting and succinct bodices.
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Exotic Pearl Jewelry Pieces
Jewelry pieces are often graded based on various factors. Every precious metal and gemstone is carefully inspected in order to provide an accurate evaluation of the quality of a jewelry piece. Gold is rated on a very simple scale that uses Karat weights. For example, a 24K piece implies that there is 100 percent pure gold composition. All other karat ratings are therefore based as a fraction of 24K. Similarly, gemstones are rated based on their cut, carat weight, color and clarity. Diamond stones are thoroughly inspected under the microscope in order to precisely evaluate the pieces. Pearls are also considered high quality materials for premium jewelry. However, pearls are rated on a very different scale compared to other gemstones and precious metals.
First of all, pearls are derived from the shells of mussels and not rock quarries that are mined. Therefore, the original body of water of a mussel shell dictates the properties of pearls. These precious materials are taken from lakes, rivers, seas and oceans worldwide. Some of the most exotic pearls come from both Freshwater and salt water locations. Akoya pearls are examples of exotic pearls that originate from the seas of Japan.Pearls are rated based on a simple letter scale that includes A, AA, AA+ and AAA. These ratings take into consideration several factors that determine the overall quality of a given pearl piece. For example, the surface of a pearl with AAA rating is considered flawless with more than 95 percent being clear of any imperfections. A pearl with an A rating has a surface that only contains more than 20 percent of some imperfections. The luster of a pearl is rated as poor, medium, high and very high. The nacre of pearls can be thin, medium, thick and extra thick. Additionally, the shape of a pearl is evaluated based on roundness. The best pearl pieces therefore have high luster, very thick nacre and perfectly round shapes. National Pearl is an example of a jewelry shop that sells pearl pieces of different grades and ratings.
Tahitian pearls are very popular pieces that are considered exotic because they are derived from the Pacific Ocean near the Polynesian island nation of Tahiti. Similarly, China’s south sea yields some of the most beautiful pearl pieces that have golden and white finishes. Freshwater pearls are available in an array of colors and textures that include dark black finishes.
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Allure Romance 2014 Fall Bridal Collection
Sleek, chic and glamorous. Allure Bridals bridal gowns are both modern and classics, incorporating novelty fabrics and exquisite feminine details. The gowns are created for brides that have a refined, elegant sense of style.
