Romantic & Ethereal Bridesmaid Dresses

English net is one of the newest bridesmaid dress fabrics and it is one of our favorites.  It is a soft & flowy net fabric perfect for the bride wanting a soft, romantic & ethereal look for her bridal party. We have many styles in store from After Six, Dessy, Jim Hjelm & Watters. The color options are endless! Here are some of our favorite styles!

Bridesmaid Style: Metallic Maids

If your a glitz & glam kind of girl, then having your bridesmaids wear party-ready metallic dresses is a great option! Plus, who doesn't love some sparkle? Metallic bridesmaid dresses offer the perfect palette for year-round weddings and there are so many great options available at Miss Ruby in both cocktail & floor length styles.

Featuring Alfred Sung D674, Dessy Social 8134, Alvina Valenta 9244, After Six 6624 & Siri Dahla

Picking the Perfect Little White Dress

The Little White Dress is a great asset to any brides big day--we love the idea of wearing it at the rehearsal dinner as a great preview to what guests can expect from your gown or the theme of your big day!

Here's a few options on how to convey that message subtly to your guests without having to sacrifice the look of surprise on everybody's face!

Planning on a ball gown or a vintage or rustic themed big day? Check out Watters Encore Alder. This adorable a-line style is so sweet! The lace brocade pattern has a great vintage feel to it, and the full skirt is an adorable cocktail party version of a ball gown.

Destination wedding? Check out Watters Iris! Featuring a flattering v-neck cut, slim skirt and sweet key-hole cut out back, this Little White Dress is the perfect fit for a beautiful warm destination rehearsal dinner (or honeymoon).

Over the top glam wedding in your cards? Or are you the type of bride that loves to be trendy and on top of her fashion game? Look no further than Alvina Valenta 9420. Sampled in a soft blush color and featuring tulle and Chantilly lace--this is the perfect rehearsal dinner dress to set the tone for a glamorous big day!

There are so many options when picking the perfect Little White Dress for whatever pre or post wedding activities you're planning to have--tying in the theme from your big day or gown style is a great way to keep a cohesive look for your activities and provide you with beautiful photos to last you a lifetime! 

Happy Shopping Milwaukee Brides! 

Red Carpet Inspiration: Emmy Awards 2013

There were some gorgeous dresses gracing the Red Carpet at the 2013 Emmy Awards! Our favorite TV stars came out looking gorgeous in styles that ranged from sleek and simple to stunning and sexy. Taking inspiration from these leading ladies, we found dresses that will give your bridesmaids an award-worthy look.

Check out these looks inspired by the 2013 Emmys and then contact Miss Ruby Boutique to set up an appointment!

Alyson Hannigan wears a strapless gown by Marchesa

Wtoo #514 in Aubergine captures the same look!

TV star Colbie Smulders wore a champagne colored J Mendel dress

 After Six (#6673) in Cameo is streamlined

Sofia Vergara looks like a bombshell (like always) in this dress by Vera Wang

Wtoo #501 in Claret will hug your curves!

Girls star Allison Williams went simple and classic in a cobalt blue Ralph Lauren ballgown

Your girls can look simple and sleek in Watters 8225

Allison Janney looked stunning in a purple Lorena Sarbu dress 

Mothers of the Bride can also look great in Watters #1633 

Christina Hendricks wore a Christian Siriano gown with lace cap sleeves

Jim Hjelm 5319 has the same elegant sleeves and great lace details.

Mindy Kaling brought glitz to the Red Carpet in a plumb gown by Gorges Chakra

Dessy 2887 also glimmers with sequin details at the neck and waist

Just In: Alvina Valenta Bridesmaids

Our new Fall 2013 bridesmaids dresses are slowly but surely arriving at our boutique! Our newest arrival is this gorgeous charcoal Chantilly lace cocktail dress by Alvina Valenta Bridesmaids. Its v-neckline is flattering on all shapes and sizes and the cut-out back is right on trend - not to mention that it looks great with other Chantilly lace Alvina Valenta styles (pictured below).

Alvina Valenta 9381 

Alvina Valenta 9381 (back)

Alvina Valenta Bridesmaids in Chantilly Lace

Just In: Bridesmaids

It seems like everyday we are getting in brand new bridesmaids dresses from our designers! We are excited to show you some of our new styles so that your bridesmaids can be on trend for your 2014 wedding. Check out the dresses below, and make an appointment at Miss Ruby Boutique to see how they look on your girls!

Alfred Sung: 
We have 2 brand new Alfred Sung dresses that stick to his classic design aesthetic. Like his other dresses, they come in different fabrics and a variety of colors.

Alfred Sung D610

Alfred Sung D614

Dessy: 
Dessy has another dress that exudes classic elegance! The lining comes in many different colors, and can be mixed and matched with three lace color options. This dress is so versatile, and makes a great bridesmaid, mother of the bride or even rehearsal dinner dress!

Dessy 2892

Dessy 2892 (back)

Bari Jay: 
Bari Jay has just sent us two dresses in a brand new shirred crinkle chiffon. The fabric is light weight (perfect for summer weddings) and has a great texture!

Bari Jay 726

Bari Jay 701

Alvina Valenta:
This dress by Alvina Valenta is fun, flirty, and sampled in a gorgeous lavender color!

Alvina Valenta 9370

Jim Hjelm:
Our new dress from Jim Hjelm can be ordered in both floor and cocktail length. The modified sweetheart neckline is super flattering and looks great on almost anyone!

Jim Hjelm 5363 

Jim Hjelm 5363 (back)

Wedding Inspiration: Gold

If you want to really glam up your wedding, think about adding a touch of gold to your soiree. It will automatically give everything a super luxurious feel. Pair it with silver and red for an unforgettable holiday wedding, or keep all other accents strictly black for an old-Hollywood feel. Check out our pictures below to see how gold can really make your wedding glitter.

JC1820 by James Clifford is a unique shade called "spun gold," which looks great on almost everyone!
Order this dress from Miss Ruby Boutique!

Alvina Valenta has some amazing metallic options for bridesmaids.
Order this dress from Miss Ruby Boutique!

Gold shoes are an easy way to add a hint of gold to your wedding look.
Photo found here.

Adding a sparkly gold bolero looks stunning on this bride!
Photo found here.

A gold leaf wedding cake looks so decadent.
Photo found here.

Gold and black place settings like these are a great color combination.

A delicate gold chain is a pretty accent.
Photo found here.

Gilded invitations like these are absolutely stunning. 

Nothing says "sparkle" quite like the perfect shade of nail polish.
Photo found here.

This picture says it all!
Photo found here.

What to Wear to a Summer Wedding (as a guest)

Summer is here (finally) and that means warm nights, wonderful weather, and, of course, wedding season. If you're like us, your summer calendar has been slowly filling up with weekend weddings all year long. Now is finally the time to pick something off the registry, book that hotel room, and figure out what to wear!

If you are wondering what the perfect wedding guest would wear at a summer soiree, check out our list of trends that are going to be hot this summer. And don't forget to make an appointment at Miss Ruby Boutique if you are looking for a gorgeous dress to wear to a wedding. We are not only here for bridesmaids - we're here for anyone looking to wear an amazing dress, even if you are just a guest.

Trend 1: Retro Chic

There are some things that never go out of style - like the dresses pictured below! Whether you decide to look 60's sexy, 50's fabulous or venture all the way back to the 20's for some jazz-era style, retro chic dresses are a fun way to get dressed up and look your best.

This dress is whimsical and fun!
More information here.

This Jackie O dress by Black Halo has a classic shape.
Purchase this dress here.

This dress is flapper fabulous.
Dress found here.

Trend 2: Floral Prints

Prints were big for Spring weddings as well, but the floral prints we found for summer are bold and bright. Warm up your style with these eye-catching dresses that convey the fun of the season with them.

Black and Floral somehow looks fierce!
Dress found here.

We're loving the mix of pastel and graphic black and white.
Dress found here.

This dress looks effortless!
Dress found here.

Trend 3: Yellow

Nothing says summer or puts a smile on our face quite like the color yellow. Wearing it as a wedding guest is a wonderful way to stand out in the crowd and bring some of the summer sun with you, even to a late night reception. Check out our pictures below and be sure to stop by Miss Ruby Boutique - our designers have some gorgeous dresses that all can be ordered in this summery hue!

We love the ladylike collar and nude pumps.
Dress found here.

The cut of this dress is unique and stunning.
Dress found here.

Yellow and black are a perfect color combination.
Picture found here.
Order a similar dress from Miss Ruby Boutique!