Spotted in SF: Verunica

Okay, so for those of you who don't know me, I'm pretty much a vintage clothing and jewelry junkie. I loooove old weird costume pieces and see the story each one holds. Anyway, when our clients are looking for the best vintage accessories, I usually suggest Verunica in Hayes Valley. They have totally awesome stuff and the inventory is always changing. I've found everything from shoes to shawls there and the girls in the shop are super friendly and knowledgable about what they sell. They occasionally have wedding dresses and cute dresses for bridesmaids if you don't want everyone to match. But the best thing of all is their insane accessories collection. And just when you think you've dug through it all, make sure you pop over to the other shop across the street for more goodies.


xo.
a.b.

Style File: The Alternative Gowns of 2012

Recently inspired by one of our awesome non-traditional clients who is turning to high fashion for her gown rather than hitting the bridal shops, I thought it would be fun to walk through some of my favorite runway looks from Spring 2012 Ready to Wear that would make amazing wedding gowns off the runway.

From start to finish, here are some of the best gowns caught walking for this season. In the first pairing are dresses by Marchesa and Salvatore Ferragamo (this is actually from the Resort Collection), both of which I think are super romantic and sweet, great for a wedding that's not totally formal, but not casual either. Next duo are dresses from Valentino and Alexander McQueen (also from the Resort Collection), these are definitely a little bohemian, good for an outdoor wedding or something small and maybe a little more casual. The third set of dresses are pretty flashy and fun, great for a formal wedding too, they're by Christian Siriano and Zac Posen. The last set of dresses are from Temperley London and Elie Saab and these two are awesome for a fun spirited wedding because they're very playful.