Thursday, March 11, 2010
What if I told you you could buy a wedding dress for less while helping the less fortunate? Or, that your bridesmaid could find a killer gown while helping the disadvantaged?
Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee invites you to the Goodwill Wedding Gala where bridal wear will be sold at deeply discounted prices with the proceeds going to benefit Goodwill.
This isn't just an event for the bride but the perfect opportunity to outfit your mom and your bridesmaids! They will also have bridesmaid dresses, mother-of-the-bride dresses and even accessories like shoes, jewelry and veils. Think of how much you'll save, and think about the people you'll be helping out - it's a win-win situation and I don't know about you but I like those odds.
The dresses are sample gowns that have been generously donated by local boutiques like The Bride Room, Arzelle's and A Bride's Storey, just to name a few. These are just a few of the gowns from their look book, modeled by staff members from Goodwill.
Here's the crazy amazing part: You won't pay more than $400 on these dresses. So if you thought you couldn't afford a great dress, well, now you can!
So call your girls, tell your mom to clear next Saturday morning and head over to the Goodwill Wedding Gala and get that gown you thought you couldn't have. Follow this link to see a sample of a some of the Goodwill bridal gowns.
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Wednesday, March 3, 2010
b. Hughes Bridal has launched a new blog that is perfect for the bride looking for a luxury gown for less. Perhaps there's a fabulous gown that you've been eyeing but it just wasnt in the budget OR maybe you love a particular designer and would die for any stunning gown from their collection.
Whatever the case - check this blog regularly or visit the b. Hughes bridal salon for a larger inventory of sample gowns now available for sale!
According to b. Hughes, this blog is "dedicated to the gowns that we have put on sample sale. We have other gowns available from these designers that are not listed on this site. Please contact us via email: bhughesbridalformal@gmail.com for inquiries or questions. All gowns are sampled in size 10 unless otherwise stated."
Here's a sampling...
Badgley Mischka Ginger Gown
Strapless fitted and flared gown of rouched pearl silk satin chiffon horizontally draped with beaded midriff accent and full skirt
I want this Badgley Mischka Ginger Gown!!! Simple sexy elegance.
Badgley Mischka Audrey Gown
Narrow A-line princess gown of pearl Italian silk satin, with scoop neck, cap sleeves, empire bodice of net covered in three dimensional organza flowers with skirt of silk satin and detachable chiffon train bordered in three dimensional flowers.
I really like the back of this gown, very feminine, romantic and dainty.
Good luck finding your dream gown for less! Visit the store for more great sample sale gowns. Tell Allison I sent you - she'll take great care of you.
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
I'm so excited I don't even know where to begin!
One of our most fabulous site sponsors, b.Hughes Bridal, is raising the bar for brides this week and "double the fun" seems to be the theme! First, b.Hughes Bridal invites you to a dual trunk show at their boutique. Next, join them at an exclusive celebration of brides and gorgeous gowns at the Country Music Hall of Fame!
THE DETAILS:
Mark your calendars for the Reem Acra AND Kleinfeld Collection Trunk show this Thursday February 25 through Saturday February 27, followed by Brides' Night Out at the Country Music Hall of Fame on Saturday!!
THE DESIGNERS:
You might recognize the name Kleinfeld (kleinfeld.com), especially if you watch "Say Yes to the Dress!" The new Kleinfeld Collection recently arrived at b.Hughes and the prices are unbelieveable! The gowns start at a base price of $1,500 and go up to just $4,000 with most of them being within the base to $3,000 price range - that is almost unheard of when it comes to good, designer gowns. It's no surprise they've seen positive response from brides and this is definitely a wonderful option for brides who want to look like a million bucks without breaking the bank.
Exclusively for the trunk show, b.Hughes is offering 10% off the price of your Kleinfeld or Reem Acra gown when you purchase it that weekend. Let's take a quick look at what's in store.
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Kleinfeld's designer Alita Graham's style is elegant and simple - her gowns will be a favorite of brides with more classic tastes. For the glamorous bride, Perla D. will cater to your love of glitter. Lots of elaborate beading, some sexy lace-up corsets and luscious chiffon - I can envision these dresses twirling and catching the light just right on the dance floor. Not to be outdone, Kleinfeld's third designer Sophia Moncelli's gorgeous, more contemporary designs will also be available to try on.
The full collection, as well as their veils, can be found online and will be available to sample at the trunk show. I am also thrilled to remind you that sharing the weekend's limelight are gowns from renowned fashion desig Reem Acra's Spring/Fall 2010 collection. As a Reem Acra bride, I have a soft spot for her gowns. How could you not?
There are still appoinments left, so please give them a call to schedule your time and get the most out of this trunk show.
THE CELEBRATION:
Now, the fun doesn't end there - to top the trunk show off with a bang, b. Hughes invites you to join them downtown for Bride's Night Out!
It's going to be a lot of fun with the showcase of the gorgeous gowns, the good food and drinks in one of our city's coolest venues.
PARTYING WITH US:
So once you've found your perfect dress (or want to see the showcase for the first time), head downtown to celebrate with b. Hughes Bridal and the good folk at the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Just FYI, they are keeping this event intimate so seating is limited. Be sure to R.S.V.P. when you call them to schedule your appointment at the trunk show.
(Pictures courtesy of McLellan Style, Kleinfeld.com and ReemAcra.com)
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
A few weeks ago, Allison at b.Hughes Bridal sent over the Vera Wang Fall 2010 Look Book to us. When Ashley asked if I'd like to be the one to review it I could hardly contain my excitement. When I finally got it together, I managed a, "um, yes please." As I looked through each design my heart just ached with envy for all the lucky brides who will get to walk down the aisle in these creations. Vera Wang, once again, shows her flair for designs that are nothing less than stunning.
Exclusively at b. Hughes, Nashville brides will have easy access to some of the most elegant, beautiful gowns by Vera Wang. Her Fall 2010 collection will be available at b. Hughes very soon.
Let's start with my favorite. Meet Eliza:
I'm not usually a fan of full gowns but I can't help but gush when I see this one. I just love how delicate the bodice is with the lace! The pleats just seem to dance around the dress and the black grosgrain bow just completes the ensemble.
The look book describes this next gown as an "Ivory stretch mikado strapless mermaid gown with swirling flange skirt and black grosgrain bow at waist." (Style no. 122010) You might recognize this from when Khloe Kardashian wore it in her wedding!
The model wears a seed bead and crystal rose petal shrug, which comes separately. So romantic!
The sash is made of horse hair, with pleating that complements the organza and horse hair biased tiered gown. (Style no. 123610) This is a little more traditional looking for the classic bride.
b.Hughes will also carry all the belts, sashes and ribbons by Vera Wang.
Another strapless number that's just dreamy, almost as if she has a cloud on. "Tulle strapless ballgown with allover shirring, floating crystal petals, and horsehair bow at waist." (Style no. 123610)
The back is spectacular with the way the shirred tulle seems to cascade its way around and down the dress.
Lastly the piece de resistance. This one also has a name. Say hello to Esther, a gown with "Illusion sweetheart soft A-line gown with elbow length sleeve, layered floating chantilly lace appliqué with French tulle overlay and horse hair bow at waist."
It's so classic and angelic and edgy all at once. And if this looks familiar, it's because Ivanka Trump wore it when she got married last year.
Vera Wang's bridal gowns never cease to amaze me. It's enough to make a girl like me want to get married again! Well... almost enough!
(Big thanks to Allison of b.Hughes Bridal for sending us the pictures!)
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Wednesday, February 3, 2010
With all the bridal shows and prep for the re-launch of this fabulous new site, I totally neglected to remind you to grab January's NFocus magazine. b. Hughes Bridal graced the cover with a stunning "jet set" bride in a to-die-for bridal gown. It's a fantastic article, filled with gorgeous gowns from b. Hughes, Faccio and The Bride Room.
I'm sure you can still get your hands on a copy of this bridal edition at the salons listed above.
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