The Style Journal

Your guide to bridal elegance and evening glamour.

Olive green strapless corset gown with draped neck scarf and delicate beading, elegant option for wedding guest dresses by Papilio Boutique Toronto

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Wedding Guest Dress

Finding the perfect outfit for a wedding doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In fact, with the right approach, exploring the world of wedding guest dresses can be an exciting and inspiring part of the celebration itself. Whether you are attending a black-tie evening...
Lace mini dress with tulip skirt and shoulder ribbon ties by Papilio Boutique Toronto bridal store.

Bridal Shower Dresses: 5 Stylish Ideas for Every Celebration

As bridal shower season begins, it is time to find the perfect look to celebrate in style. While your wedding gown takes centre stage, your bridal shower look sets the tone for the celebration, whether it is a chic brunch, elegant tea party, or modern rooftop...
Casual Wedding Dresses

Casual Wedding Dresses

If you are a bride looking for casual wedding dresses, check out our Papilio Light line and our brand new 2023 wedding dress collection – ‘Voyage.’ There are a lot of simple wedding dresses without heavy embellishments, glitter and dazzle that look absolutely stunning.

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2023 Prom Dress Shopping

2023 Prom Dress Shopping

The time has come for you, prom girls, to start thinking of prom dress shopping. But first, it is crucial to learn about the hottest 2023 prom dress trends and know how to find and steal the show in a dream-come-true, fashionable prom gown. This year breathtaking features like sequins, feathers, and intricate flower decor are trending. Here is more of what’s on trend for prom 2023.

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Celebrity Wedding Dresses

Celebrity Wedding Dresses

Without any doubt, celebrities inspire fashion designers daily. When it comes to their weddings, they definitely make our jaws drop and leave us talking for years. We have rounded our favourite celebrity bridal looks that will be relevant for the 2023 wedding season. Scroll through to see the most unique and memorable celebrity wedding dresses in recent years for your wedding dress inspiration and some entertainment while doing your wedding planning.

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Elegant Formal Dresses for Women

Elegant Formal Dresses for Women

Having elegant formal dresses is an essential part of any woman’s wardrobe. It’s wise to have one or two women’s dresses for special occasions ready to go in your closet. You will be prepared to dress up fancy and have a good time when the moment comes.

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Best Wedding Guest Dresses This Season

Best Wedding Guest Dresses This Season

When you get an invitation to a wedding, first you may feel pretty excited, but after some time, many of us get overwhelmed by the thought of what to wear. We are here to rescue you with many wedding guest dress ideas that are in style this season, will make you stand out, and not overshadow a bride-to-be.

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Best Wedding Dress for Body Type – Find Your Perfect Fit

Best Wedding Dress for Body Type – Find Your Perfect Fit

How can I find a wedding dress with the best silhouette for my body type?

This is one of the most critical questions you should ask yourself at the beginning of your wedding dress shopping journey. Some of you may have already figured out your body type and know what dress silhouettes you should be trying while wedding dress shopping for the first time. At the same time, some of you may feel lost and need to identify a shopping strategy to find your dream wedding dress. In any case, it is essential to know how to compliment your natural body structure before heading to your first bridal consultation.

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Formal Dresses – Guide to Fabrics

Formal Dresses – Guide to Fabrics

Many women may get frustrated while shopping for formal dresses to wear to a special occasion such as a wedding or Prom. We are not surprised because our designers use so many fabrics to create women’s formal dresses for weddings, Prom, and other important life events that you can easily get lost. Choosing a suitable material may definitely help you to decide on a flattering and comfortable dress silhouette that will be appropriate for your upcoming celebration. Our ‘Guide to Fabrics’ will help you learn about different fabrics and find a perfect formal dress, including wedding guest dresses, prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses, evening gowns, cocktail and party dresses.

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How to choose a fabulous evening gown!

How to choose a fabulous evening gown!

We launched our new collection of evening gowns and decided to prepare a blog post that consists of special occasion dress ideas and some tips on finding the perfect evening dress for your next event.

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