I Do! Modest Brides and Bridesmaids-- or Just Your Average Frummie

Happy do-da day, Ruche just released their Wedding Collection! Now, I'm not a bride, but I am ever the bridesmaid, so this does make me happy in ways it probably shouldn't. Ruche is geared toward the vintage-y bride, but there is no reason this bridesmaid can't revel in a little vintage-y-bride action, especially since their stuff is versatile enough for the everyday woman! Here's a taste of what they have to offer, but make sure you go check out their entire "To Have and To Hold" Collection!

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I especially LOVE this Audrey Dress, which is as modest and can be! It is a bit pricey, but I think it's fabulous from start to finish, and you definitely don't have to be a bride to wear it! I happen to find that for the frummie contingent, this collection is more 'engagement party' than it is wedding, but awesome nonetheless!

Audrey Tea Length Dress

Add these amazing sash belts (which I just bought) for a touch of class! They are perfect for any dress, not just the Audrey dress!

golden years embroidered sash 

glittering admiration sash

Looking for a cover up? What frummie isn't?? try some of these, which are super girly and feminine, and perfect for all your Pesach outfits!

forever fancy rosette bolero

heartfelt comfort jacket

Don't forget some perfect-for-spring head-wear! Some of these headbands are so fascinating and beautiful, that if you dare to pull them off, you will be the envy of ladies everywhere. You definitely don't need to be a bride to pull these stunners off!

something true pink headband

eternal hope headband

 cheerful certainty ivory headband

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Floppy Chic

Hats! I love them. I really, really do, and that's why I am doing a post about them. Obviously hats are very frum-friendly for the married folk, but I have such a crush on floppy hats lately, that I feel compelled to post about it and share with both single and married ladies alike.

Floppy hats exude pure effortless chic and make you look and feel like a million-trillion-bajillion dollars (that's a true fact--I tried one on in the store).

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stevie floppy hat with cutouts by San Diego Hat Company

Chain Floppy Hat

ASOS Cut Work Brim Floppy Hat 

Gap Floppy Hat

RAG & BONE Rust Floppy Brim Fedora Hat

RALPH LAUREN Floppy Wool Hat with Feather Band

Felt Floppy Hat

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Solstice Garden Party

Flowers and garlands and blooms, oh my! Happy first day of summer, y'all! Summer is my favorite season, so I decided to celebrate my summer joy with you in the form of everything flowers.

Aside from florals being, like, HUGE this season, summertime is usually celebrated with everything colorful and flowery. Check out Princess Beatrice in this stunning floral ensemble at the Epsom race (yup, the same one, that Katey rocked the cream frock a few weeks ago).

Inspired? Try some of these:

Floral-Print Long Dress
Want. Need. 

Abstract Floral Top

Lipsy Floral Garland Style Hair Band
I love the way she wears the headband here. New and fresh!

ASOS Genuine Leather Flowers Tie Headband
I have a feeling married people with the sheitels go gaga for this one. 

 Women's Floral-Embellished T-Straps Sandals

Flower Blouse

Gladiolus Skirt
Super duper pretty.

KATE SPADE NEW YORK Date Night Ring

Alexander McQueen Tan 3D Flower Wedge
This is just for show.  A McQ is a legend, so enjoy the view.

PRINTED BODY

Back View Dress

Paprika Tie Front Floral Crop Top
Yes, it's a crop top, but wear this with a hgih-waisted skirt, and you're frummie approved.

POPPY ENAMEL FLOWER RINGS

Purple Flute Sleeve Floral Blouse

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44 Blue and White

So with today being Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day), the day where the holiest city ever was liberated by Israeli forces, I decided to pay homage to the colors of the beautiful Israeli flag. If you like blue and you like white, and you like blue and white together, then consider embracing them this summer!

Nautical is the quintessential summer staple, and just so happens to match the colors of the Israeli flag! Try some of these nautical and blue and white looks:

ASOS Espadrilles

Vero Moda Vintage Print Midi Shirt Dress

Cascade Tie Neck Blouse

Everyday Cotton Iconic Pencil Skirt

Shaded Glory Skirt

Vero Moda Pleated Full Dress

Diamond Pattern Fedora 

Indie dress

Striped Drawstring Tunic

BACK NECKLINE DRESS

KATE SPADE NEW YORK Gold Coast Shimmer Robin Handbag 

CRÊPE DRESS

Amie stripe maxi dress

Dreamy Springtime Skirt

TOP WITH BUTTON TAB SLEEVES

Jerusalem, if I forget thee, may my fashion wardrobe suffer.

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Hats ala Kate

Ok ladies! I know this is probably a bit eccentric and outrageous, but royal fashion would be nothing without the complete and utter ridiculousness (and fierceness) that is hats! I use the word 'hats' loosely because these seem to be more artistic creations that just sit on top of women's heads.

And yet, despite the weirdness of it all, these royal Britons just make it work. Kate Middleton makes these hair and head pieces look awesome. So aside from the fact that I not so secretly want to wear these all the time, I implore you all to break out of your comfort zones and try something crazy. If you're married and you cover your hair, or if you're just a single lady with a free spirit, feel free to take the ultimate liberties with these toppers. 

As seen on Kate Middleton:

And for you:

2adorn Black And White Sequin Lace And Feather Fascinator Hair Band

ASOS Statement Sinamay Bow and Ribbon Fascinator

As seen on Kate Middleton:

And for you:

ASOS Statement Angular Netted Fascinator

As seen on Kate Middleton:

And for you:
Rose Feather Headband

ASOS Pom Pom Fascinator 

As seen on Kate Middleton:

And for you:
ASOS Origami Pleat Detail Sinamay Fascinator with Soft Feather Detail

Up the Antique Hat

As seen on Kate Middleton:

And for you:

Blair's Flair Headband in Cream

Tasha 'Birdcage Feather Flower' Headband

Satin Blossom Headband

Cocktail Reception Headband

As seen on Kate Middleton:

 

Andy for you:

Aurora - Black and White Feather Headband

Beverly - Black and White Feather Flower Headband

Plus, check out this website: http://alla-hatdesign.com/collections.html

Her designs are awesome!

Did I manage to convince you to wear something that for all intents and purposes is ridiculous and useless altogether but is utterly fantastic and whimsical? Good! We could all use a little more whimsy in our lives.

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