The Style Journal

Your guide to bridal elegance and evening glamour.

Elegant strapless satin ball gown with structured bodice and long train, showcasing timeless wedding dress trends at Papilio Boutique bridal store in Toronto.

Wedding Dress Trends: A Decade of Bridal Inspiration

Explore a decade of wedding dress trends with Papilio Boutique. From romantic lace and statement sleeves to minimalist elegance and colourful gowns, discover how bridal fashion has evolved over the years. This timeless guide highlights the most iconic styles and inspirations that continue to shape modern wedding dress trends for brides in Toronto and beyond.

Taylor Swift wedding dress inspiration – elegant strapless satin gown with corset bodice, detachable feathered cape, and pearl accessories from Papilio Boutique Toronto.

What Would a Taylor Swift Wedding Dress Look Like? 5 Stunning Ideas

Discover 5 dreamy Taylor Swift wedding dress ideas from Papilio’s Podium Collection, blending romance, elegance, and star-worthy style.

When in Doubt, Wear Red!

When in Doubt, Wear Red!

Every colour has its own unique meaning and the colours you choose to wear can say a lot about your personality. One of the most striking colours to wear is red. This colour creates a stand-out look at weddings, galas, proms, birthdays and other events. This colour is...

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How Do You Know When You Found THE Dress?

How Do You Know When You Found THE Dress?

Shopping for your perfect wedding dress is a joyous occasion! This is the time where you get to be treated like a Princess while trying on gorgeous wedding gowns. Although it is a fun time, it can also be stressful when you turn into an indecisive bride. We have...

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New Year’s Eve Dress Ideas

New Year’s Eve Dress Ideas

The biggest parties of the year are yet to come. Did you start looking for a special Christmas party dress or New Year's Eve dress? This holiday season is all about extravagance.  It calls for luxury, glam and sparkle. Bring in the New Year with your friends, family,...

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How to Organize a Boho Chic Wedding

How to Organize a Boho Chic Wedding

In today’s wedding landscape, a common theme for out-of-the-box or artistic couples is Boho Chic. The trend originally came from the central European country that was called Bohemia. Bohemia is now a part of the Czech Republic. Bohemian style pulls influence from the...

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Win the Best-Dressed Guest at Your Friends’ Wedding!

Win the Best-Dressed Guest at Your Friends’ Wedding!

Sometimes it is really hard to find appropriate attire for a wedding. Firstly, always make sure to check your wedding invitation; it usually states a preferred dress code. Otherwise call your friend and have a chat, it is also a great way to reconnect with each other...

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5 Upcoming European Fashion Trends to Shape Your Fall

5 Upcoming European Fashion Trends to Shape Your Fall

Every quarter of a second, a fashion idea comes to be somewhere in the world. During fashion weeks in London, Paris, and Milan, we can observe extraordinary designs and get inspired by truly incredible ideas. Each season designers surprise us with their unique vision...

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Choosing a Wedding Dress for a Fall Wedding

Choosing a Wedding Dress for a Fall Wedding

Some of the most romantic and beautiful weddings take place in the fall. Many couples choose fall weddings for the perfect weather and temperature. Other couples want to play up the fairytale aspect of their big day by using nature’s colours to their advantage. No...

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How to Choose the Perfect Prom Dress? – Part II

How to Choose the Perfect Prom Dress? – Part II

Hopefully, you have already done some work on the prom dress style that works for your body type. Here are some additional considerations. If you are a petite girl, think about cocktail dresses. Any short cocktail dress with a full skirt will make you look adorable on...

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How to Choose the Perfect Prom Dress? – Part I

How to Choose the Perfect Prom Dress? – Part I

There are very few occasions during your life when you get to wear a truly special dress. One of those times will be your prom. All girls dream of their graduation night as a beautiful, glamorous, and sensational affair. However, shopping for prom dresses or...

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