Esposita Tips: Quick shopping tips for the DFW New Years Eve party procrastinators

Still deciding what to wear for your last night out in 2010? Time is running out, and retailers are even closing early today due to the NYE holiday.

Here is a quick little list to get all of our Dallas ladies in and out of the mall in a hurry today.

Where to shop in Dallas:

Galleria Dallas is a staple in Dallas and a great place to take the family for a leisurely outing filled with ice skating, shopping and dining. However, for the gal in a rush to get the perfect NYE ensemble, it can be a labyrinth with retail traps in ever direction. Stick to these shops and you’ll leave saying, “mission accomplished”.

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Forever XXI

Charlotte Russe

Arden B

Apricot Lane

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Bebe

Marciano

Guess

Cache

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Karen Millen

BCBG

Saks Fifth Avenue

Where to shop in Plano/Frisco:

Willow Bend can be described as the shop-n-go mall of DFW. It’s a no frills stop for the shopper in a hurry. You won’t be slowed down by families or large groups of ice skaters or movie goers. Stick to these stops and you’ll be in and out and ready to party tonight.

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Forever XXI

Arden B

La Mariopsa

Wet Seal (for teens and 20’s)

New York and Company

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Bebe

Anthropologie

Cache (great for 30’s and 40’s)

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 Neiman Marcus (one stop shop for high-end clothing, shoes and accessories)

The New Years Eve Wedding

Yes, they do exist, and the New Years Eve Wedding is a trend that is here to stay.

Just think of you at your most fabulous. What occassion do you really get dolled up and go all out? Many can agree that New Years Eve is a time to let loose, celebrate and be with people who truly make you happy. This is the PERFECT opportunity to not only celebrate the New Year, but to celebrate love as well!

The top 5 reasons to have a New Years Eve Wedding:

The photo opps:
Just think, the clock strikes 12, everyone is armed with streamers, poppers, confetti and horns. The photographs will tell stories for years to come. For some extra assurance that those photos will turn out-ask all of your guests to take a photo as the clock strikes 12. The results certainly leave lasting memories of your big day.

New beginnings:
The New Year is all about new beginnings. What better time to spend with all of your favorite people in the world and make a lasting promise to your sweetie. Starting the New Year together will make it even more special.

Get dolled up:
If you've ever dreamed of having an uber fancy wedding, this is your opportunity. Many people understand that New Years Eve is one of the classiest events of the entire year. NYE, coupled with a wedding will almost ensure that guests will go all out and wear their New Years Best.

Automatic theme:
For anyone who has planned a wedding, a theme is one of the trickiest aspects to decide. Themed weddings can sometimes come off as cheap and cheesy, but a New Years theme is sure to please! A masquerade theme will not only provide extravagant decor, but can give you great ideas for guest favors. The place settings will look beautiful with masks provided for each guest!

The party factor:
Weddings can be a tumultuous time for not only those involved, but also for guests. Your dearest friends and family can be dealing with divorce, separation or other marital issues, and most weddings have at least one guests who sits in the corner in a funk the entire time. A New Years Eve wedding will give EVERYONE an opportunity to not only celebrate your big day, but also a New Year!

"Who's Hues?" It's all in the details

“Who’s Hues?”

It’s all in the details-especially when considering weddings. The tiniest detail such as nail colors can actually have a huge effect on those all-too-important photos.

Here comes the bride:

Brides should always, always wear a neutral hue. Cotton candy pink, light peach and nude shades are a must for the bride. But, how to choose? Consider your skin tone when choosing your nail shade.  You want only a slight contrast from your actual skin color. When thinking about peach shades, make sure that it doesn’t turn into that 80’s peachy-colored taffeta bridesmaid dress hanging in your mom’s closet.

Esposita Recommends:

OPI-Makes Men Blush

OPI-Suzie Sells Sushi by the Seashore

OPI-Altar Ego

Just keep ‘em guesting:

Keep it classy and simple. Ladies, this day is about the happy couple, so let’s leave the candy apple red, aqua and glitter shades at home. Those should be exclusively reserved for your nights out at the club, New Years Eve or Halloween. While we are discussing Halloween-ladies, the jet black and deep sapphires are hot on the runways, but it’s a wedding, not a funeral.

Stick with subdued shades that honor and respect the sanctity of the journey in which the couple are embarking. All of you colorful ladies shouldn’t fret! Esposita has some great alternatives to the traditional nude shades. 


Esposita Suggests: 

OPI-Black Cherry Chutney

OPI-Over Exposed in South Beach

OPI-Not So Bora Bora-ing Pink

OPI-Miami Beet

OPI-Lucky, Lucky Lavendar

Esposita Don’ts:

      Flower Child:

Don’t forget about the flower girls! If over the age of 10, Esposita undoubtedly recommends a nail color for the flower girl. Just be sure to ask the mother and father. They might be opposed to nail color on their little darling. If under the age of 10, nail color is optional, but ALWAYS check their nails the morning of the big day. Little girls just love to color on themselves with markers, so make sure that there are not any homemade hues on your lovely little lady.

Esposita Recommends:

OPI-Altar Ego

OPI-Hopelessly in Love

Esposita Holiday Style

Esposita Holiday Style by Esposita Bridal featuring high heel shoes

Kate Middleton Bridal Style

Kate Middleton Bridal Style by Esposita Bridal featuring badgley mischka shoes
Is anyone as excited about the royal wedding as we are? Kate Middleton will make a fabulous bride, and we are anxiously awaiting the arrival of this royal affair. Until then, we can only count the days and try to imagine which bridal style she will choose. Will it be the traditional sweetheart ball gown?

Esposita Bridal's Stress Less Holiday Tips 2010

                       Esposita Bridal's

Stress Less Holiday Tips 2010

1. Get some sun: Esposita always recommends bringing your lunch to work to avoid unnecessary spending and calory consumption. Be on the lookout for a sunny day, and take your lunch outside! A little sunlight will literally brighten up your day, and the crisp, fall air will be a great pick me up to get you ready for the rest of your afternoon.

2. Skip the extra nights out: It's the holidays, so we have out calendars booked solid with holiday parties, and gift exchanges, travel plans, and shopping trips. You need to be at the top of your game, and extra nights out at the club or bar will do nothing good for your health, or complexion. You'd be amazed at how great it feels to wake up early on a Saturday and get crackin' on those holiday "chores". (Let's face it, they aren't really "chores" when you're enjoying them!) You'll feel like a million bucks when you have completed your daily tasks by noon! The rest of the day can be yours to use for trimming the tree, wrapping gifts, or playing in the snow.

Stay tuned throughout the holiday season for more stress less tips from the Esposita Holiday Guide 2010! And don't forget to drop by the Esposita Boutique for holiday deals and discounts. Our accessories are a perfect compliment to any holiday party dress~not to mention fabulous gifts for the fashionista in your life!