Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas from Dress Haute! We love this holiday because it is filled with everything we love. Christmas brings joy, family, and lots of sparkle!

If you are celebrating Christmas this year, be sure to soak in every moment. Take time to relax and enjoy all the little things like food, warmth, family, and friends. After this year, you deserve to have a special Christmas surrounded by everything you love. It’s time to celebrate the life we get to live every single day and be grateful for what we still have. Remember to squeeze your loved ones a little tighter this year, you never know who needs extra love and support during times like these!

We want to thank all of you for all your continued support, we truly love each and every one of you! Enjoy your time with family and friends, we hope this Christmas is everything you need and more. See you after the holidays, take care!

#LUVYOURSELF

COMING SOON: DRESS HAUTE MAGAZINE

Do you want more Dress Haute? Be on the look out for our first magazine “Love Yourself” available this January! 

Dress Haute was created on the idea that love conquers all. Loving yourself and who you are is the most important thing to teach children at a very young age. Expressing oneself through fashion can lead to the innermost beauty of a young woman. 

Our mission with this magazine is to encourage young girls to embrace and accept diversity. We hope to inspire our audience to celebrate their flaws and live life unapologetically. Through every article, this magazine will start the ongoing conversation of self-love! 

Don’t forget, the holidays are fast approaching! This magazine is a great gift and will also be a part of our Princess Club boxes. The Princess Club is a monthly subscription box for kids ages 4-18. Each box is filled with accessories, clothing, and more! You don’t want to miss out of this great deal for the holidays, sign up today! 

#LUVYOURSELF

The Importance of Self-Love

Society puts a lot of pressure on us to look, act, and be a certain way. This then leads us to set unrealistic standards for ourselves. It’s important to remember that everyone is different and has their own set of flaws. Practicing self-love and self-acceptance is not easy but it’s important in maintaining our mental health and overall well-being.

Self-love is not only about how you treat yourself but your thoughts and feelings about yourself as well. Self-acceptance is all about embracing our positive and negative flaws. In order to love ourselves, we need to start exploring every aspect of ourselves. Loving yourself means accepting yourself. It’s time for us women to stop feeling the pressure of society and comparing ourselves to everyone else. The moment we stop judging and being so hard on ourselves, is the moment we feel confident and empowered. 

Loving ourselves allows us to become more assertive, set boundaries, create healthier relationships and become motivated to accomplish our goals. We are all unique and powerful, and by accepting ourselves we can do or become anything we set our minds to. 

Self-love doesn’t mean feeling positive about yourself all the time. It’s okay to have bad days, we all do. Sometimes you may feel upset with yourself, but still love yourself and that’s okay. Think of self-love as a continuous journey, your journey. It may not always be easy, but remember you are not alone. Nothing in the world can stop you from achieving your goals, keep working on yourself and your dreams! 

How to Feel Confident When Wedding Dress Shopping

If you’re a bride-to-be, preparing for your wedding has brought up many emotions. It’s normal to be feeling nervous about how you look when all eyes are going to be on you. Every bride wants to find the perfect dress, adding a lot of pressure on one single shopping trip. It’s easy to feel disappointed in your body when you can’t find the dress you’ve hoped for. Wedding dress shopping should be an exciting and memorable experience, not a miserable one! Here are a few tips to help you look and feel your best the day you say, “I do”! 

 Choose your entourage carefully

A good support system is very important when dress shopping. Being kind to yourself is already hard enough when shopping, you don’t want other’s being negative as well. We all have friends who are too honest and sometimes can come off as being harsh. These are the people you do not want to bring. Of course, every bride wants to have other opinions and criticism. Make sure to bring people who deliver these comments in a supportive manner. 

Stop looking at sizes

A number will never define your worth! Make a promise to yourself to not look at the size when you’re trying on dresses. Size is just a number and can vary from store to store. You may be a size 10 at one store than a size 8 at the next. It is not the size that matters, but the way you feel when you put it on. 

Try different silhouettes

Most brides come into their appointment expecting to get a certain style. Don’t close yourself off to different dresses just because you think only one certain silhouette will look good on you. Try on a wide variety of options, you never know what can surprise you! 

Replace the negative thoughts

This is key to remaining body positive while looking for your wedding dress. Anytime you have a negative thought about your body, try replacing it with a positive one. Shopping can be stressful, there is no room for negativity!

Beauty Products You Need This Fall

Fall is in full swing with cold weather coming right around the corner! Taking care of our skin is an important step as we transition from summer to fall. Many people are preparing for those end-of-year deadlines, or gearing up for the holidays. This can be a stressful time, so don’t forget to slow down and pamper yourself. Here are a few beauty products that are perfect for your transition into fall! 

Summer Fridays

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This R+R mask from Summer Fridays leaves your skin looking bright, smooth, and hydrated. All of Summer Fridays products are vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free and comes in recyclable packaging. You can find this product on Sephora’s website for $52. 

Laneige

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The Laneige lip mask is a lifesaver! This lip sleeping mask is enriched with vitamin C and antioxidants, leaving your lips feeling refreshed in the crisp air. Laneige offers a variety of different flavors such as raspberry, blueberry, and more. Find this product on their website or Sephora for $22.

The Ordinary  

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This brand has been on the rise recently when it comes to skin care. The natural moisturizer from The Ordinary is perfect for dry skin during those colder months. It has a hydrating formula with amino acids, dermal lipids, and hyaluronic acid. You can find affordable product for just $5.80. 

 Nécessaire 

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Dry hands can not only be annoying but embarrassing. Carrying a hand cream in your bag is essential during the fall and winter. Try out this hand cream from Nécessaire. This is a fast-absorbing, daily moisturizer with peptides and multi-vitamins. Find this product on their website or Sephora for $20. 

How to be Confident While Shopping

Shopping isn’t always that fun and exciting experience people make it out to be. It can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling mentally drained by the end. Trust me, we’ve all been there. However, shopping doesn’t have to be this way. We should feel empowered and confident every step of the way. Check out these few changes you can make at your next shopping trip, making a huge impact on how you feel.

Look for what YOU want, not what you SHOULD want

It’s time to throw those beauty standards out the window! So many thoughts can go through your head while shopping. “I need to find this size, this style looks better for my body type, or I should stay away from this color”, and the list goes on! The moment you start thinking those things is the moment you start believing it. This can make shopping extremely overwhelming. Instead, think about what you want and what you are looking for in a piece of clothing. Remember, if it makes you feel comfortable and confident, that’s all that matters!

Set a time limit

Spending hours going from store to store can really take a lot out of you. It’s common to become burnt out, frustrated, and insecure when you can’t find anything you’re looking for. Setting a time limit for yourself can make the process go much smoother. Couldn’t find anything after an hour at the mall? Try for another day. When you plan in advance, walking into stores feels less intimidating. You want to start your shopping day feeling prepared and confident.

Face away from the mirror

If you have to try something on, face away from the mirror while taking your clothes on and off. This way, you are not already judging your body before you even get a chance to try the clothes on. This is also a great way to focus on how the garment feels on you. Sometimes we buy clothes that may not be super comfortable to meet other people’s expectations. Go into the fitting room with you in mind, no one else!

A positive mindset is EVERYTHING

Do not start off your shopping experience with negative thoughts. If you are already thinking about how you’re not going to find anything that you want or like, you are only setting yourself up for disappointment. Start by shopping with stores you know you like and have purchased from before. Stay away from stores you know won’t have what you’re looking for.

It is important to remember that self-confidence is not something that happens overnight. It’s okay to feel a certain way about yourself, many people share those same struggles. Always be gentle and kind with yourself because you are not alone.

Self-Love Saturday: How Do You Do Self-Care?

               Everyone is unique in a lot of ways, especially when it comes to what we like to do. One of the most important things we can do as a person is take care of ourselves, however that may be. Some of us pamper ourselves with face masks or long baths, while others take the time to crack open a book they’ve been wanting to read.

               It’s not always fun, but, for me self-care centers around building self-confidence by accomplishing tasks or undertaking small health goals. One week, it may be cutting down on my caffeine consumption and trying to drink more water, and another it may be exercising more regularly. The most difficult (but potentially most rewarding) thing I did this year was significantly cutting down on my social media usage. I deleted my Facebook and Instagram entirely, and uninstalled Twitter from my phone. I only check Twitter once or twice daily if I’m on my laptop, and honestly, I don’t miss Facebook at all. While it may not be helpful for everyone, I felt like it freed up a good bit of my time and improved my ability to concentrate.

               For Self-Love Saturday, we challenge you to spend a few minutes today to take care of yourself! After you’re done, share your experience with us! What does your self-care regimen look like, and how does it make you feel?

- Alysha ♡

Mani Monday Summer Trend Spotlight - Ombré Nails

Summer is in full swing, and it’s time for fun summer manicures to complete your vacation outfits. One summer trend we can’t get enough of over here at DressHaute is ombré nails!

Ombré Nails

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One thing we love about this trend is that it works well with every nail length and shape, and you can be bold with neons or use subtle pastels. It can be adapted to every occasion, so you can’t go wrong with trying this trend.

Share your plans with us! What will your next manicure look like?

The Taste of Sweet Victory

After many months of preparation, it’s finally here! Our South Hills Village location is now open! We’re on the lower level of the mall next to Michael Kors and across from the Starbucks. At this new location, we have tons of brand new bridal gowns and accessories, as well as gowns for other special occasions like proms or pageants. Stop in and say hello when you get the chance! 😊

Now that our first week is over, we wanted to take another moment to reflect on the experience and thank all the people who helped make our grand opening celebration that much sweeter! Special thanks to Bethel Park Bakery for our cake, and DLF Designs for our floral arrangements.

Also, a special thank you to our lovely interns Peyton, Sierra, Eva, and Alysha! We couldn’t have done it without all your hard work!

Check out photos of the store opening below, and visit us at 301 S Hills Village, Bethel Park, PA 15241. Our hours are Sunday: 11am-6pm, and Monday-Saturday: 10am-9pm.

DressHaute is located on the lower level of the mall next to Micheal Kors and across from Starbucks. Come check us out after you’ve gotten your daily caffeine fix!

Here at DressHaute, we’re dedicated to making your shopping experience as comfortable and positive as possible.

We carry a large array of dresses that will work for many different occasions from pageants to proms and more!

We do more than just dresses here at DressHaute! We have shoes, jewelry, veils, and more!

We offer a wide selection of belts that will be the perfect finishing touch for your wedding or special occasion.

Thank you, DLF Designs for the lovely floral arrangements!

We’re obsessed with this floral arrangement that was made to look like a dress. It was perfect for the occasion!

Thank you, Bethel Park Bakery, for the amazing cake!