2012 Trend: The Peplum

Most of you probably know that Peplums are indeed one of the big trends for 2012 but most aren't sure how or where to wear it.  A peplum, by definition, is a short overskirt or ruffle attached to a jacket, blouse, or dress and is really designed to show the curve of the hip and create the illusion of a smaller waist. 

How Brides and Bridesmaid Can Wear It:
At Kerried Away the Kerri and Lane dresses are our two options of a peplum shown below.  Peplums are great for the bride or bridesmaids.  Brides might wear a cream or white peplum dress to the rehearsal dinner or going away outfit and have her bridesmaids wear a peplum as their dress for the wedding day.  If a bride just loves the look of a peplum she might even consider a peplum wedding dress.  The bridal gowns below are some of our personal favorites.

Amsale

Ines Di Santo

Monique Lhuillier

How To Wear It Everyday:

The simipliest way to wear a peplum is on a dress but there are other ways to incorporate it into your style as well.  Image from Polyvore below shows you just how many different options there are.  Pair the dresses with heels and bangles or a necklace and the tops with jeans or leggings.  And the skirts paired with a blouse create the perfect work outfit. 

Hope this short guide helps you as you enjoy the search for your perfect peplum!

Alexis and Marcus's Big Day!

We are so excited to share a bit of this beautiful wedding with you!  Alexis and Marcus were married in Lincoln, Nebraska on April 21, 2012.  Alexis choose Daffodil Dupioni for her bridesmaid dresses and each flower girl tutu was made of 20 yards of tulle with a Daffodil Dupioni sash to match the bridesmaids.  Alexis knew from the beginning that she wanted her girls to be happy with their dresses so instead of picking a style she let each girl pick exactly what they wanted in the color she had chosen.  You will see in the photos how well this came together. 

We hope you enjoy the photos of the couples beautiful wedding!  Congratulations to Alexis and Marcus - we wish you all the happiness in the world! 

Photography: La Brisa Photography

Alexis and Marcus

Wedding Party

Looks like they had a great day! 

Flower Girl Tutu - Kerried Away Made Sash and Tutu and Alexis found the leotard on Etsy

Bride and Bridesmaids

Cake!

Love how she tied in the creams and yellows to her decor

So Cute!

Favorite KAC items...

Hello everyone,

I have enjoyed bringing you all kinds of news about what is going on at Kerried Away.  Unfortunately, my time as an intern at Kerried Away is almost up.  I have learned a lot along the way, and I think that all of these experiences will help me in my future job endeavors.  I want to share with you with a some of my favorite things about my experience.

Here is one of my favorite necklaces

I love the style of this skirt

KAC custom makes rosettes in any color and style

The color and length of this dress is great  for a fresh burst of color in the spring and summer

And last but not least every girl needs a great clutch! These clutches can be customized to fit your style

Have a great spring! :-)

XOXO

Chelsea Grogan

Add some shine to any outfit...

Hello everyone!

At last spring is finally here! Kerried Away is now offering the chance for you to add some "Shine" to your spring and summer wardrobe with the introduction of the "Shine Bar."  The shine bar will allow you to design a Sash, Bracelet, Hair Piece or Pin that will add a little SHINE to any outfit.  So turn on your creativity and get ready to add some shine to any day! You choose your jewel piece, and then you choose the ribbon that matches your dress. We put it all together to create a custom sash that you can wear to give your dress some flair on the waistband or it can double as a shoulder strap. Here is how you create your piece:

You choose your ribbon...

And your jewels...

From the shine bar...

To create your final piece to go with your dress!! :-)

 Pricing starts at $5 dollars for the hair clips or hair pins.  Sash prices start at $25 dollars. Get your dress ready for the big event today!  Enjoy the shine in any weather...

XOXO

Chelsea

For the Boys!

Hello all,

It is that time of year to start thinking about the men in your life. We now have men's ties! They are great for Easter and come in a variety of colors for a fresh springtime look.  The ties and bow ties also have several fabric chooses including silk, cotton/silk blend, and pocket squares that come in any fabric. We also offer ties and bow ties for babies, toddlers and kids:)


Some pictures and prices are below:

Conner- Silk neck tie $68

    Lucas- Cotton/Silk blend neck tie $60

Bow ties...

And more bow ties!!

An assortment of ties 

We also offer:

William- Silk bow tie $58

Matthew-Cotton/silk blend bow tie $50

Adam-Pocket square any fabric $25

So be ready for all of those special occasions with the right tie.  This makes a great gift idea for the men in your wedding or your prom date!

XOXO
Chelsea

Great gifts for your great friends

Hey everyone!

As promised I have the latest information on what is going on with Kerried Away.  Kerried Away is excited to announce the arrival of new gifts that are great for bridesmaids, groomsmen and are also good ideas for spring and Easter.  We have robes that can be customized with a monogram.  We are introducing ties and bow ties.  We will also have cosmetic bags and spa wraps. Also don't forget about the great jewelry that we always have in addition to the new items. We are going to be giving out special discounts on select items on Friday March 23rd, and Friday March 30 as well as Saturday the 31st.  On those days, stop by the store and check out the new items and enjoy some light refreshments.  In the meantime, check out some of the pictures of the great gifts we have:

Cosmetic Bags! Pick your color and personalize. Great gift items. 

Men's spring ties! More bow ties coming soon!

Kerried Away "Spa" store display:)

Diana Warrner! Custom hand stamped charms! Initials, dates, sayings....

Beautiful Earrings! Great prices:)

We love our jewels!

Enjoy...

XOXO

Pretty Printed Fabrics! Now at a special price...

Hi everyone!

Spring fever is in the air! With all of you spring breakers getting ready for vacations and warm weather it is time to get your spring wardrobe ready. Kerried Away is here to help.  We are now offering 20% off of any custom dress of skirt that you order in one of our printed fabrics.  We have vibrant spring colors, pastels, classic black and white hues, and an assortment of polka dots and flower prints.  Come by our showroom or email orders@kerriedawaycouture.com to order your piece today!  Here are some of the fabrics and color combinations along with some dresses inspired by the fabric:

Perfect for a trip to the mall

Great for a pretty spring day to explore the town

Pretty Easter prints? Absolutely.

Pair with a brightly colored top for a new spring trend

Bright colors and floral patterns are great for spring

Classic black and white is good for any occasion

Stop by the store today to create your one of a kind dress at 20% off!

XOXO

Chelsea

Bridal Boot Camp

Hello All,

Kerried Away Couture has been asked by Ashley's Bride Guide, www.AshleysBrideGuide.com, to serve as an expert speaker at their annual boot camp for engaged couples, The Smart Bride.  

The Smart Bride is Nashville's only wedding planning workshop and it’s designed to help give brides and grooms all of the education they need to effectively plan the wedding of their dreams and avoid common pitfalls. 

If you are a Kerried Away client or client to be, we recommend that you attend and have complimentary tickets for you to do so.  Contact us to discuss.

Register now to attend the event.  It’s a once-a year opportunity to get insight from recent brides, wedding pros and Ashley of Ashley’s Bride Guide.  Plus, meet other engaged couples with whom to share your wedding planning journey.

Tues, March 13: Before Your Hire ANYONE, Set Your Vision, Priority, Budget; Location - Noah Liff Opera Center 

Tues, March 20: How to Hire Your Vendors, Part 1 - The Must-Haves for Your Day; Location - Nashville City Club 

Tues, March 27: How to Hire Your Vendors, Part 2 - Who You Need, What to Ask, How to Decide; Location - Houston Station 

(Attending all 3 weeks is highly recommended but not required.)

Cute spring clutches!

Hello all!

Happy March! It is almost springtime, and that means getting your spring wardrobe together.  We have given you insight into new jewelry trends and fashion that inspired us.  Another accessory that is a great fashion trend for spring is the over sized clutch.  We offer clutches in an assortment of colors and sizes that will compliment any dress or skirt. Clutches are a great way to add a pop of color to any outfit and still keep that sharp look you may be going for. Also, clutches can add a lady-like touch to the trending maxi or midi skirts seen rocking the Spring 2012 runways! 

Any of these clutches...

Can come in any of these fabrics or colors...

To match any skirt or outfit that you want! :-)

P.S. Don't forget that not only can the clutches be customized with any fabric or color but you add bows and/or jeweled details!

XOXO 

Chelsea

 

Out with the old to make room for the new!!!

As we approach the one year anniversary of our showroom opening here in Murfreesboro, TN we could not feel more blessed by the support this community has shown us! So much so, that we are gearing up for a make over! The time has come to give this space a big dose of Kerried Away's awesome personality ! While we want to keep our plans a surprise for now, we want you all to know how excited we are about all the wonderful changes and growth we are experiencing. With all this said, we are now having a HUGE sale on all of our larger "home" items! Folks these deals are not to be missed! Check out the below photos and price reductions! These items are priced to move:) Please call (615)924-7222 or stop by the showroom to see these great pieces in person!

 Large wooden farm table! Price: $900.00 Sale Price $400.00

 Antoinette Arm Chairs in Sand/Java! Price: $215 each Sale Price; $125 each or 2 for $225

 Amazing Bar made from vintage doors! Price: $600. Sale Price: $350

Le Sculpture Table Lamp, Bleached wood/Black! Price; $210 Sale Price $115

Vintage Iron Candelabras! Price $75 each. Sale Price: $39 each or $80 for both.

Spring 2012, We Are So Excited to Meet You!

Here at Kerried Away the most popular request we hear from our brides is..."I just want to choose a bridesmaid dress my friends will wear again." As much fun as being "THE BRIDE" can be we know about the added stress having to ask people to spend money on you can bring. From the bridesmaid dress, to the showers, to the gifts, to the bachelorette shenanigans the dollar signs can quickly add up! The good news is that most of the time, the people you choose to share your big day with are aware of what you are asking of them. The money is not what is on their mind, but the fact that you value their friendship enough that you want them to forever be stuck in your wedding photos is much more important then their wallet. Being a bridesmaid is truly is an honor. I PROMISE!
Now, back to that request... hummmmm, "Something my friends can wear again...." I mean, none of your BFFs have EVER spent upwards of $200 on a dress they wore only once right??? What about that college formal dress, or that New Years Eve cocktail dress they just knew would make 20?? the best year ever? I know, I know these purchases where not demanded by you so who cares. The pressure of picking out a dress that your best friends HAVE to buy can be daunting now matter what the cost, but guess what...I have good news for all of you!!!

• Lace, lace and more lace
• Sorbet Hues (formally known as pastels)
• Lady like embellishments (BOWS, ruffles, flowers, etc)
• Sheer details
• PINK
• Water color and floral prints
• Simple Silhouettes
• Cinched waists
• Full Skirts
• Monochromatic color stories

After much research (my job is awful, I know), this is a list I have put together to describe the majority of the trends seen on Spring 2012 runways everywhere! Fashion may have FINALLY given us the answers when it comes to choosing bridesmaid dresses your girls will be dying to "wear again". I think we should all thank the stylists on the set of Mad Men for bringing classic and ladylike back to the forefront of fashion. When shopping for a dress, bridesmaid or otherwise, we all want something that is beautiful, fun and fashionable. This spring we are sure to be able to carry styles we love into wedding decor everywhere:)

Valentino offered clean and simple silhouettes. 

Think how amazing something this simple would be in a pretty sorbet shade, like the 'sparkling peach' seen below. Consider opening the neckline into a scoop of v-neck for girls with a larger bust.

Jason Wu offered  Fifties-esque designs. This dress shows a color blocking story, and incorporates a lady like bow detail at the waist.

KAC's 'Lane' dress would be a great way to get this flirty look.

Try color blocking by choosing a 'Navy' bodice and the bold 'Penny Candy' for the skirt!

Take a short dress long! The sheer overlay adds length and a beautiful flow to any dress. 

Add a silk organza overlay to KAC's 'Patricia' dress to achieve this look. 

If you are brave enough to go for this fashion forward look we would recommend choosing a neutral color combination. Like this 'Sea Shell' and 'Cream'.

Think simple, fresh and girlie for all things spring! All you have to do is add your own style to a classic look. It is 100% possible to choose a dress your fantastic bridesmaids will all be ready to "wear again"!! The team here at Kerried Away would LOVE to help all of you design your perfect bridesmaid or special occasion dress! Stop by our showroom or email orders@kerriedawaycouture.com to set up an appointment!