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Our Hot Take on Taylor Swift’s Wedding Dress ✨

Okay, Swifties, let’s talk about the question on everyone’s mind: what will Taylor Swift wear when she walks down the aisle?

Now, the obvious prediction might be a fairytale ballgown dripping in sparkle (because hello—this is Taylor Swift we’re talking about). After all, she’s given us Fearless-era princess gowns, Speak Now purple ruffles, and enough sequins on the Eras Tour to light up an entire stadium.

But here’s our hot take: we don’t think she’s going to wear any of that.

We’re calling it now—Taylor’s wedding look will be the opposite of the stage persona.

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Ballgowns Are Back—and We’re Loving it!!

Big skirts. Dramatic entrances. That swish when you walk. Yep, ballgowns are officially back in bridal fashion, and honestly… we’re swooning!!

These full-skirted beauties are stepping back onto the aisle with all the timeless romance, unapologetic drama, and “main character energy” a bride could ever want. And we are so here for it!

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Charlene Burzynski Charlene Burzynski

Why You Definitely Want to Schedule Steaming for Your Wedding Dress!

Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get enough attention during wedding planning: dress steaming.
It might not be the most glamorous part of your checklist, but it’s so important—and it can make a huge difference in how your gown looks and feels on your big day!!

At Bella Brides, we like to think of steaming as the final polish on your already-perfect dress. After all the fittings, alterations, and try-ons, your gown deserves a little love before it makes its big debut!!

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These Flowy, Romantic New Dresses Just Landed—and 2026 Brides, You Need to See Them

Okay, wow. We’ve just unboxed three brand-new gowns and we’re not even being dramatic when we say: they are next level!! These dresses are giving romance, elegance, drama… everything you’ve been dreaming of (and probably more)!

If you’re a 2026 bride, we’re going to say this now—you’re going to want to try these on before everyone else does.

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Charlene Burzynski Charlene Burzynski

Thinking About Shopping for Your Wedding Dress Online? Read This First!

Girl, we get it - online shopping is easy! You can scroll in the comfort of your own home, order with one click, and have things show up on your doorstep in two days.

But when it comes to your wedding dress—the one you’ll walk down the aisle in, hug your people in, take once-in-a-lifetime photos in—we believe it’s a shopping process worth taking more time for.

Here’s why we always recommend shopping in-person for your wedding dress (and why it’s totally worth the trip to Bella Brides in Bend, OR).

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Why You Need to Come to Our Gown & Go Trunk Show

So you’re engaged (!!!) and officially on the hunt for the dress. Maybe you’re just starting your search. Maybe your wedding is coming up fast and you're in crunch mode! Maybe you’re somewhere in between.

Wherever you’re at—our upcoming Gown & Go Trunk Show was made for you!!

This isn’t your average bridal event. It’s a curated, limited-time experience designed to help you find a gown you love and take it home that same day, or order on a SUPER rush!!! No long, 6+ month waits. Just real, beautiful dresses and a low-stress, high-vibe shopping day with you and your special people!

Here’s why you should absolutely grab your crew and come!

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What is a Trunk Show and Why Should I Care?

If you're confused, we get you - we had no idea what a trunk show was either before we started working here! Click to read on and find out more about what on earth a trunk show even is and why you should care while you're shopping for your unique wedding dress!

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When to Buy Your Wedding Dress: When You Know, You Know

When you know, you know...right?? We know that advice can seem hollow, especially as you're getting ready to start trying on gowns (or maybe you've already started your shopping journey!) Whatever the case may be, we're here today to prepare you for dress shopping -- we've got info about shipping timelines, whether or not you should just shop for styles, how to avoid an impulse buy, and how to just KNOW that your favorite dress is the one you should take home!

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