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Love for Lhuillier

03/4/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - No Comments

The excitement for our Monique Lhuillier trunk show swirls…almost as well as one of her wedding dresses.

Join us on March 5th and 6th, and you’ll get to play with her Fall 2010 couture bridal collection, right here in Utah.  But, be prepared to fall in love, because there’s no going back once you fall for a Monique Lhuillier.

Read more about in on UtahBrideandGroom.com:

And from UtahBrideBlog.com:


And even more here and here.

See you (in fabulous drapes of silk) this weekend.

Monique Lhuillier Trunk Show

02/27/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - No Comments

Clear your schedules now, as next weekend, March 5th and 6th, is our Monique Lhuillier trunk show.  Gowns from her Fall 2010 collection will be available for you to fall in love with.

You know her, you love her, and now you’ll get to wear one of her amazing creations down the aisle.  Seeing as how it’s Monique Lhuillier, I don’t know what more I need to say.

Subtle Reminder

02/24/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - No Comments

SUPER trunk show this weekend, February 26th and 27th.

Subtle not you thing?  Good!  Than you’ve found the right blog post.

Though some of the wedding dresses headed to Utah for this weekend’s SUPER trunk show dance with the demure, they stray far from boring.  The gowns coming are from Melissa Sweet (sophisticated and playful), PLATINUM (grand and show-stopping), Reverie (soft and chic), and Priscilla of Boston (classic and refined).  Four designers, one weekend!

If you’re ready to find your gown (and not just any gown, but the unique, flattering, fantastic gown you really want) give us a call at 801.531.1215 to set your appointment for this weekend’s trunk show.

We love dreamy dresses…

Something Sensational for Everyone

02/19/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - 1 Comment

Our SUPER trunk show is but a week away; February 26th and 27th.

So, to the brides we have not yet met:

You will not want to skip this event.  We don’t even know you yet, but we know you’re out there, searching for something special, something to less run-of-the-mill, something sensational.  If we’re lucky enough to meet you at the SUPER trunk show next weekend, we just know you’ll find the one.

The wedding dresses making their way to Utah for this event have unstoppable style and range from the demure to the dramatic.  I, of course, posted a photo of a dramatic style.

Fluffy hat not included.


Find and Follow a Free Veil

02/17/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: - No Comments

A sweet and chic bird-cage veil by Kristina Eaton is up for grabs.  This is one of our favorite veils, so we know you’ll love it, too.  Now you want to know how to win that free veil?  A link to this give-a-way will be posted to our Facebook fan page and to our Twitter profile.  Leave a comment on the link or retweet it and you’ll be entered.  It’s that easy!

Here’s some fine print just for you:

The deadline is February 28th.

One winner will be chosen randomly on March 1st.

We will be messaging the winner that very same day!

You must currently be engaged.

Details will be verified.

The veil, by Kristina Eaton, takes 2 months to arrive and comes in silk-white or ivory.

Giveaway does not apply to previously purchased veils.

If the winner needs the veil shipped, that cost is additional.


Good luck!

No Homework Required

02/15/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - No Comments

This Thursday, February 18th, is Utah’s first ever Brideology Educational Party.  This is not a bridal fair (whew!), rather an intimate and personalized gathering where you can learn the need-to-know tips and tricks for a successful, luxurious wedding here in the Beehive State.

I will be bringing some of my new, favorite lovelies.  Gowns that’ll knock your socks off! (You might even want to wear two pair, just to be safe.)

Because this is an exclusive event, you’ll need to register. You can find all the details here, here, and here.

See you Thursday.


Valentine’s Weeekend with Anne Barge

02/12/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - 2 Comments

Love. Love. Love.

Ah, what better way to spend part of your Valentine’s weekend than with top-of-the-line designer Anne Barge.  The trunk show gowns are all ready to go and just waiting for you to come fall in love. (Again, but with a dress this time.)

I hate to use the phrase “something for everyone”, but, alas, it’s simply too true.  This event includes 40 breath-taking, jaw-dropping, head-turning wedding dresses.  And, our favorite love-to-love designer herself! Along with a great gown, we promise you a great story, a great discount, and an even greater experience.

Come feel the love and find your gown.

Anne Barge Gowns Galore

02/10/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - 1 Comment

Box after box of stunning Anne Barge dresses are making their way in-store.  The trunk show is this weekend, February 12th and 13th, and I promise, you won’t be disappointed.

This is your chance to meet Anne and have her work personally with you on finding your wedding dress.

The amazing number pictured above is here already and more striking than you could imagine.

Hope to see you at the trunk show!

Featured Designer: Anne Barge

02/4/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - 3 Comments

You were warned in a previous post that our unmanageable excitement for Anne Barge’s visit on the 12th and 13th (that’s just about a week!) would develop into a prolific posts.  So, here’s another one just for you.

Occasionally, I highlight a featured designer on this blog.  Well, this is no normal occasion, so it only made sense to not just feature Anne Barge as our designer d’jour, but to sing her praises.  (Be glad you don’t really have to hear me sing.)

When Justin and I attend the runway shows, it can seem hurried and transactional, but not at Anne’s show. Imagine melting as you witness a profound procession of seemingly perfect wedding dresses. That’s how we feel season after season of these classically nuanced gowns.  Her wedding dresses know how to embrace the trends you love, while offering a timeless sensibility.  Think Southern charm meets Parisian couture.

Our manager, Jamie, was able to head to the fair city of Atlanta a few months back to meet and work with Anne Barge and her stellar staff.  Jamie is now the Utah Anne Barge expert. Want to know all about beaded bodices?  She’s your girl!  Need your gown customized to a modest cut?  Jamie was used as the example of detailed customizing while in Georgia!  Is your wedding so soon that you feel stressed about getting a dress in time?  No worries, Anne Barge, time and again, has crafted impeccable gowns for encroaching schedules.  You’ll never feel more (deservedly) indulged.

Did the singing work?  I hope so, because I’d love to see you at the trunk show and give you personalized time with the designer extraordinaire, Anne Barge.

Valentine’s weekend.  Anne Barge.  Trunk show.  Can you imagine a more perfect time to find your gown? (That wasn’t really a question so much as a statement, but you got that.)

Brideology

02/2/10 - By: Hilary - Topics: , - No Comments

Brideology by definition: the science of bridal planning in all its forms and phenomena with reference to wedding, beauty, romance, entertainment, and education.

A must-attend bridal education party will be held on the evening of February 18th, 2010 at an exquisite location between Salt Lake and Utah counties. {want location? Visit site} Eight of Utah’s leading wedding vendors will be gathering in this place, at this time {seven to nine pm} to share with you {the planning bride} a priceless, no pressure educational experience.

You will learn the short & long term value of a professional photographer.  What to wear to maximize your engagement pictures.  The difference between film makeup and everyday makeup.  Bridal hair trends.  Current bridal gown and accesory fashion trends.  The value of event design and great rental pieces, such as linens.  Cake tasting.  Floral trends and the difference between your aunt Betty’s flowers, a shop’s flowers, and a designer’s flowers.  Costco catering or profesional catering, and so much more!

These vendors are providing a priceless education to the planning bride, something that has not been done before. No strings attached, just a night of fun!  If you want to attend, you must visit the brideology site and register. Seating is limited.



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