Come Check out What’s new for our brides at Trudys?
Trudys is one of the largest bridal salons in Northern California and we receive the newest selections from the top wedding designers first. Here is a peek of the New Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 Designer Collections.

Trudys has a stunning selection of bridal accessories , in-stock, and ready for you to take home. Discover the hottest new trends like belts, straps and one-shoulders to customize your wedding gown from top designers like Pronovias, Enzoani, Watters, Marisa, Private Label and more.

Visit our website at www.trudysbrides.com for more information.

To make an appointment call us at 408.377.1987 and one of our experienced consultants can help you with your complete wedding look.

The Sample Sale Continues… with great new markdowns from our Top Designers!!

Are you having a quick Wedding? Or just on a tight budget and would love a designer gown for less… Come check out our amazing selection of New Bridal Markdowns up to 70% off from designers such as Pronovias, Enzoani, Jim Hjelm, Alvina Valenta, Maggie Sottero and many more.

Here is a First Look of a few of our newly added on-sale gowns..

Bonus free special gift through July 31st when you purchase any sale gown for $499 and up. Sizes range from 8-12 and plus sizes 16 and up. Ask your consultant for details. All our Brides also receive Trudys Bridal Passport with exclusive savings from the South Bay’s top wedding professionals including savings on gown alterations and special savings for Moms and your Bridal party.

Come find your gown today @ Trudys …before they are all gone.  No Appointment Necessary.

It can feel as if there are as many great places to buy a dress as there are gorgeous gowns themselves. How is a Girl to decide where to start? Here are some things to think about before you start your planning process.

There is no aspect of your wedding that can not be obtained or provided online these days and this includes your wedding dress.  Online retailers are able to give you a wide selection at low prices and they do not need to worry about how to measure brides, give advice on styles, colors or shapes. Another aspect of the convenience of the internet is to compare different designers, styles and a few websites that have prices. Unfortunately, the cons of buying your wedding dress online are numerous and many too important to ignore. First you can not see the dress in person to feel the quality of the fabric, look at the seams, try on the fit or feel the weight of the dress, like you can at a Bridal shop. You can see an example of a representation of the dress in a photograph, one made in the best possible light, in the best angle, to make it look attractive to customers, but may look very different when you try it on. You will also find that the colors displayed on a computer screen differ from reality, so the light ivory dress that you like may actually be a much yellower ivory that may or may not complement your skin or go with your bridal color scheme.

The service you receive from online retailers will also be different.  They do not have professional experts to help you get measured and advise you on what suits and fits you best. When you find your dress for a low price online beware of return policies or lack thereof and the reputation of the company/website. Online retailers are always hard to contact for customer service or issues and are not liable for purchases made if they fold or go bankrupt.

The next question that is a make or break factor for brides is the ability to try on the dresses first before making a final decision. Of course most retailers have a return policy but that can take time and money. There is also something so traditional and magical to visit a bridal shop with your mom or best friend to try on dresses, find your dream dress and share the special moment.

Buying your wedding dress online can be budget saver but you could be disappointed because the dress you ordered is lost or not what you were promised ultimately costing you more than your allotted budget.

Many designers have strict rules about being aware of unauthorized retailers and counterfeit products. A quote from Maggie Sottero suggest “Purchasing products from unauthorized sources, either on the web or in unauthorized retail locations can involve certain risks…The products could be copies, knock-offs, counterfeits or imitations that are certain to be of inferior quality. Only genuine Maggie Sottero products offer the fit, quality and true value for which Maggie Sottero is known…”

Attention all Gorgeous Brides!! Just engaged? Starting to envision your wedding? Wondering about all the things you’ll need to do and when? Don’t worry, we have the answers. First of all envision your dream dress and pick a few options for dates and venues. Remember to set it far enough that you will have ample time for planning as “Timing Is Everything.” Lets start the new year planned and prepared.

- About 12+ Months Before Wedding date - Envision your wedding and draw up a budget. Assemble you planning team or even consider hiring a wedding planner. Look for and book ceremony and reception sites. Set the date and time of the wedding after checking with your venue, officiant and important guests. Assemble your wedding party. Optional: Plan an engagement party.

- 8-10 Months Before – You can start this at the beginning as well..But Research, shop and Order your Wedding Gown. Decide on your accessories with your dream dress. Select your reception food, the type of entertainment you want, pick your colors and think about the floral decor. Research and book your wedding professionals such as photographer, videographer, florist and DJ/band. Register for gifts.

- 6-8 Months Before – Order Bridesmaids dresses. Start planning your honeymoon and send the save-the-date cards.

- 4-6 Months Before – Order invitations and wedding rings. Research color and style and order dresses for Mother and Mother-in-law and other members of the family or bridal party. Envision your cake, interview and research your cake designer.

- 3 Months Before – Order wedding cake. Attend your Bridal shower. Groom: Rent the men’s formalwear. And hire wedding day transportation.

- 2 Months Before – Mail invitations. Make appointment with seamstress for first gown fitting. Book your stylist and try out big-day hairstyles. Book a make-up artist and go for a trial run. Get all your accessories done. Write Vows. Purchase gifts for parents and wedding party.

- 1 Month Before – Bride: Have Final Gown fitting with seamstress and bring your Main of Honor with you to see how the dress bustles. Check on Bridesmaids gown. Apply for marriage license. Make last minute adjustments if necessary.

- 2 Weeks Before – Review final RSVP list. Deliver must-have shot list to photographer and videographer. Deliver final song list to DJ. Bride: Get last pre-wedding haircut and color.

- 1 Week Before – Give caterer final guest head count. Plan reception seating chart. Call and confirm all arrangements. Groom: get hair trimmed. Attend Bachelor/ette party.

- 2-3 Days Before – Bride: Pick up dress from seamstress pressed and steamed. Groom: Go for final fitting and pick up formalwear. Determine wedding party positions and reconfirm with all vendors.

- Day Before – Pay Final balances for reception and confirm details with planner.

- Night Before – Rehearse ceremony and attend Rehearsal dinner. Present wedding party and parents with gifts. And try to relax.

- Wedding Day – Congratulations! Let the attendees and wedding professionals take care of the details, enjoy your beautiful wedding and get ready to start your new life.

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Find your Dream Dress and accessories at Trudys Brides, a 35 year Bridal Tradition, and your Bridesmaids and Mothers dresses at Trudys Special Occasions. Make your appointment today, call 408.377.1987 and check us out on www.facebook.com/trudysbrides for updates. Also visit us at www.trudysbrides.com for information on our various styles and designers.

Lazaro’s Latest 2011 Collection channels old-fashion glamour combining blends of ultra-glamorous vintage details, stunning floral embellishments, gorgeous ruffles, lace appliqués and signature hand-beading and embroidery making perfectly cut silhouettes, giving every gown a Haute Couture feel.

New Sneak Peek of our 2011 Lazaro Styles!!

Lazaro Couture Designer Wedding Gowns are contemporary, classic silhouettes offering both form fitted and A-line themes. This Season, Lazaro has returned to incorporating color into the Bridal Collection which includes soft shades of Sherbert, Blush and Antique in fabrics like silk satin, silk organza and tulle.

Trudys Brides carries a full selection of Quality Hand Sewn Lazaro wedding gowns using the finest sumptuous fabrics, lace and beading. Schedule a Bridal gown fitting with us, and try on some of these fabulous looks-Call us directly @408.377.1987 or book your appointment online at www.trudysbrides.com

Also find us on www.facebook.com/trudysbrides for more info on gown arrivals and updates.

Spanish Designer Rosa Clara' Aire Collection 2011 Nuria featuring Model Monica Cruz, (Penelope Cruz's Younger Sister)

Allure Bridals Couture Collection C166-One Shoulder with 3Dimensional Skirt

As we saw from many of the fall collections in 2010 and several of the Spring 2011 designs. . .texture, flowers, ruffles and layers are key.  With many European influences, designers like Rosa Clara, Pronovias, and Lazaro have been introducing brides to new looks and changing up the traditional style that so many brides thought they wanted. 

So if you want 3 dimensional flowers AIRE by Rosa Clara style Nuria will captivate you with it’s sweet charm.  Looking for a flirtacious ruffled skirt, Pronovias and Allure will have you (and your fiance)blushing.  And no matter what your budget, so many designers like Maggie Sottero and Mori Lee  are opening up their minds and lines to these new looks.

So if you want something different, that will make a statement on your special day, and a moment that everyone will remember. . . 

 Schedule a Bridal gown fitting with us, and try on some of these fabulous looks-Call us directly or book your appointment online at www.trudysbrides.com