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January 17, 2013

Stylist Picks: Most Wanted Wedding Dress


Audrey Moon, one of the Wedding Stylists at our suite in Lone Tree, Colorado, shares her favorite wedding dress du jour and tips on how to style it with a sweet and feminine touch.

Hi! I’m Audrey from your Nordstrom Park Meadows store. One of my favorite wedding dresses right now is the “Erin Cooper” gown by designer Heidi Elnora. It showcases the feminine figure at its best! I love the beaded bodice, the phenomenal bow and the low back that lets you be flirty yet sexy.

Pictured: Heidi Elnora Wedding Gown

Shoes | Headband | Necklace | Bracelet

The Erin Cooper is a stunning gown, but it will still allow you to fully accessorize. Soft, romantic bridal jewelry like Majorica Pearl Necklaces and Majorica Baroque Pearl Bracelets are the perfect complement. Instead of a veil, I’d recommend our new Crystal Branches Headband from Halo & Co. to complement the natural details found in the bodice of the dress. To finish the look, I’d put you in the natural colored ‘Cissy’ sandals by Badgley Mischka–those chiffon rosettes are so sweet and whimsical.

The Erin Cooper encompasses what it means to be a truly feminine and beautiful bride. For all you newly engaged ladies: congratulations…let’s find you a gown! Book a complimentary appointment online, or come see me at Nordstrom Park Meadows, and we will put together YOUR dream look!

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November 8, 2012

Heidi Elnora’s Favorite Wedding Dress & Styling Tips

Hi, everyone! It’s Molly, your Nordstrom Weddings Site Merchandiser here. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know one of our wedding designers, Heidi Elnora, since we launched her brand seven months ago. Let me just tell you that she is a fantastic human being and a brilliant designer. She has enough energy to fill the Superdome, the ability to make you smile so big your cheeks hurt and is one of the best huggers I’ve met!

I recently asked Heidi if she could name a favorite wedding dress from her collections. She told me, “The Coco Marie is one of my all-time favorite gowns.” I couldn’t agree more. The Coco Marie is a dream dress. It’s beautiful all on its own but can be complemented with many different pieces and styles. Here’s what else she had to say about the dress and how to style it.

“The Coco Marie was named after one of my first brides, Nicole Marie Richter. Her husband is a DJ and a very dear friend of mine, DJ Coco–therefore, the Coco Marie. This gown is simple yet has a perfect fit, which is the key to a great wedding dress. It can be worn with the Katie Grace cover-up, the lace bodice, by itself or with a great sash.

“The best thing about the Katie Grace cover-up is that it is reversible. You can wear it with buttons in the front, giving you a very traditional look and a low V-shaped back, or you can reverse it so that the V gives you a cap-sleeve feel and a see-through lace back. This option looks great with full covered buttons down the length of your Coco Marie. By adding a ruched waistband, you complete the look while cinching in your waist at the same time. What girl doesn’t love a tiny waist!

“Another great option for the Coco Marie is our lace bodice. This bodice is used as an overlay on the Coco Marie and finishes at the natural waist. The Coco Marie is one great gown that is as versatile as my brides!”

Want to try the Coco Marie or any other dresses in our Heidi Elnora lookbook for yourself? Head to one of our Wedding Suites where a Wedding Stylist can help find the perfect way to customize this gown just for you! –Molly

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October 4, 2012

Guest Blogger: Heidi Elnora, Her Wedding & More

We first mentioned our love of designer Heidi Elnora back in March when we announced the arrival of her bridal collection at the Wedding Suite. We still adore the carefree, romantic spirit of her dresses—not to mention that signature Southern sparkle.

Here’s something more to love: Heidi will be guest blogging, writing a series of posts for the Wedding Suite Blog on everything from her incredible wedding (and her many dresses) to her daily life as a designer and at home.

Check back soon for her first post, and in the meantime, here’s a glimpse at her gorgeous Alabama wedding. Lavish!

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September 21, 2012

Real Wedding: Tiffany in Heidi Elnora

Tiffany from Homewood, Alabama shares her experience wearing one of our favorite styles by Heidi Elnora—a Ruthy Gail gown, customized with a lace overlay.


Photo by Blue Bend Photography

After being chosen to model for Heidi Elnora at last year’s Birmingham Fashion Week finale, I fell in love with her fabulous dresses, the spirit of her designs and the friend that she became to me. So naturally, when I began planning my Spring wedding to the man of my dreams at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, I could think of no other designer to wear for the most special day of my life.

The experience was beyond anything I could have ever imagined. Heidi and her team took the time to get to know me personally by understanding who I am as a bride and the essence of what I wanted my wedding to convey. I described my ideal wedding as an intimate affair that would capture our fairytale love story, one that would withstand the test of time–classic with southern elegance, romance, charm and a bit of edge. The wedding dress we chose was all of those things and then some. It was ME. I knew the moment I tried it on that it was THE ONE. My husband-to-be would love it and so would my dad.


Photo by Blue Bend Photography

On our wedding day, all of my dreams came true. It was the perfect day–beautiful weather, romantic location–and we were surrounded by our loving families. I wore the perfect dress and married the perfect man for me who is truly the love of my life. Our wedding was absolutely magical.
I have so many people to thank for that wonderful day, but to Heidi Elnora and team, I will be forever grateful, because after finding the man of your dreams, every girl deserves to find the dress of her dreams.
xoxo, Tiffany

See all our Heidi Elnora gowns (including the pictured original of Tiffany’s dress), and make one of them your own by customizing it with personalized detailing (a bride’s dream!) in one of our Wedding Suites.

And if Nordstrom helped with your wedding, e-mail us for a chance to be featured on our blog. We’d love to hear from you!

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March 15, 2012

Coming Soon: heidi elnora Wedding Gowns

We’re so excited to announce the upcoming addition of a little southern sparkle to select Nordstrom Wedding Suites across the country—heidi elnora bridal gowns, arriving March 26. The sweet and charming Alabama native spent a few minutes chatting with us, sharing everything from her tips for finding THE dress to her advice for planning the perfect day.

Tell us about the woman you design for.
A heidi elnora bride is a romantic at heart. She loves clean lines and attention to detail. She isn’t afraid to step out of the box while maintaining a classic and timeless day.

Why did you go into the wedding industry?
That’s a long story. Just know that it has to do with falling in LOVE!

What is your design philosophy and what sets your gowns apart?
My design philosophy is “simple sophistication with a touch of whimsical flair that creates a vintage vibe”—that’s a whole lot of something, but it pretty much says it all.

A heidi elnora gown is different because it isn’t screaming, “I’m a bride.” Yet, you feel and look like one.

What is the biggest trend you’re seeing right now for weddings?
Trends come and go, but currently a big trend for bridal is simple dresses with some type of WOW—for instance a peplum, capelet or neck/sleeve adornment.

What are your tips for finding the perfect dress?
After working with hundreds of brides, I would suggest you get on Pinterest and start tagging things you like. This will help you to see what you are leaning toward. This is also an easy way to share your ideas with your friends and family. I love my Pinterest page. I often use it for inspiration for the upcoming collection.

You recently visited our San Francisco Wedding Suite. What did you think?
Brides in California are so lucky to have such talented and knowledgeable stylists at their Wedding Suite. These ladies really take their time to learn about their bride. It reminds me of being back in Alabama; it’s just comfortable.

What advice would you offer to our Nordstrom brides?
For all of the brides planning your big day, I would advise you to do your research and not be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Remember that too many opinions can make you crazy, so only bring one or two super-supportive and positive people. It will make the experience that much more enjoyable.

Find heidi elnora wedding gowns at select Nordstrom Wedding Suites.* Visit our Wedding Suite online for more gowns, inspiration and information about creating your perfect wedding.

*Available at Brea Mall, California; Garden State Plaza, New Jersey; Houston Galleria, Texas; Michigan Avenue, Illinois; NorthPark Center, Texas; San Francisco Centre, California.

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