Why we love Southern Bride Magazine and all the Southern Brides who read it

Robin Mayer August 31, 2015

What is it about a southern bride and a southern wedding? The old-school style charm, the rich landscape, the historic beauty of the cities and buildings?

Maybe it's all those manners since justine and COUTURE's lead designer is from England we have a particular appreciation for a land of people who love old fashioned pastimes and good manners!

Of course it helps when the South has such an amazing magazine and blog as Southern bride!

Southern bride magazine has been kind enough to showcase just going into tour pieces more than once over the years these images showcase a beautiful shoot by the seashore.

Featured Justine M Couture retailer: Dahlia Bridal

Robin Mayer October 20, 2015

In the heart of Point Loma, one of San Diego, California's most unique neighborhoods, nestled amongst fabulous restaurants and yachts large and small, lives Dahlia Bridal. This charming boutique run by owner Cassandra Barlin features a unique and beautiful collection of designer bridal gowns and accessories for the discerning yet creative bride.

Now it's time to name drop....find gowns from Romona Keveza, Amsale, Casablanca, Priscilla of Boston, Melissa Sweet, Lazaro, Watters, WTOO, Tara Keely, and Justina McCaffrey; Just to name a few!

A gorgeous Catherine Deane bridal gown at Dahlia Bridal

The surprise is that Dahlia Bridal offers resale * yes resale! * gowns at 40%-70% off retail price. But don't worry; these aren't your grandma's gowns. Each of of their glorious gowns is hand-picked by their super stylish buyers, working hard to find the perfect gown for your special day. Dahlia Bridal boutique is filled with current styles and our inventory is constantly changing; so there's always something new.

An enchanting Christian Soriano (Project Runway alum!!) gown at Dahlia Bridal

A charming bridal gown by Theia at Dahlia Bridal Salon

And Dahlia Bridal carries a great selection of vintage and one of a kind Justine M Couture accessories so if you're ever in Point Loma be sure to stop in and say hello to the staff at this friendly and unique salon!

Don't miss the Saturday September 12 trunk show at the White Flower in San Diego, California

Robin Mayer September 8, 2015

Saturday September 12, if you're in San Diego be sure to make it to the White Flower Bridal Boutique for the Justine M Couture trunk show.

We just love The White Flower Bridal Salon. We know you'll find that this very personable and professional gown salon really knows how to take care of their brides!

And what better place to find your dream gown there in sunny San Diego, the most popular wedding city in the USA and the 10 most popular wedding destination in the whole world!

Designer Pnina Tornei's dramatic and original gowns at Kleinfeld

Robin Mayer August 3, 2015

A little drama for your viewing pleasure: a tour through one of the most iconic and original gown designers in the world: Pnina Tornei as seen at the legendary Kleinfeld Bridal Salon in New York [home of the popular TLC series "Say Yes to the Dress".]

Gowns as dynamic [and signature as Pnina Tornei's] need the perfect complementary accessories so the bride's overall look becomes a symphony of style rather than discordant notes all vying for attention.

The above gown would pair well with a classic and clean circlet to add some sparkle to a bride's hair and bring attention to the eyes. Perhaps our Edith Circlet with its discreet charm and hint of nature with tiny flowers and silver leaves.

A gown this bold calls for a dramatic accessory to keep pace, perhaps our Paisley Crown with its sparkle and soft curves softening the silhouette around a bride's head like a sparkly halo.