The Finishing Touch: Georgeous Clutches at Moyna

I am planning my outfit for an event, the hardest thing for me to find is a great clutch. Something that is unique, glamorous, and full of sparkle. So I fell in love with the variety of options at Moyna. I had the worst time trying to choose my favorites. But I was able to narrow it down to these few. The first one is my absolute favoriet. See these and their entire collection on their web site.

Just So Lovely: Anemone Letterpress

This is so lovely. The Sprout letterpress wedding invitation set is the creation of Anemone Lettepress. See this wedding suite and their entire collection here.

Eco-Fabulous Find: Chandelier Bling @ Greighday Vintage

These beautiful Swarovski crystal & pearl earrings were created with lovely tiny antique eggshell pearls. Chandelier earrings are the perfect accessory, especially when you are wearing your hair off your ears. Get this recycled, eco-fabulous pair of earrings at Greighday Vintage.

BRIDAL EVENT: Bloomingdales and The Dauphine Press Trunk Show

DC Bridal Event: A Chic Affair

A Luxury Event for the Modern Bride

WHAT: A Chic Affair is an exclusive, one day event for the discerning, modern bride that celebrates the art of getting married by presenting a carefully curated, couture collection of the most distinguished national brands and local gems to delight and inspire the Washington D.C bride-to-be.

WHERE: Long View Gallery – 1234 Ninth St, NW, Washington D.C 20001

WHEN: Sunday, March 21, 2010 11:00 am – 3:30 pm

SPONSORS: Brides.com, Brides Washington, Cartier, Gala Events Inc, Events by Andre Wells, Wolfgang Puck, The Dandelion Patch, Carine’s Bridal Atelier, Bloomingdales, Georgetown Cupcake, Erwin Gomez Salon, Elizabeth Arden, Room Service, DC Rentals, Rodney Bailey, HDO Tents

PROGRAM: Products & services for discerning tastes
Advice from the Experts on style, beauty, etiquette, invitations, the big day and more: Andre Wells, Heidi Kallett, Lauren A. Rothman, Brides.com and Brides Washington Magazine

A Green Affair – special vendor designation for our participants incorporating green initiatives into their businesses for the eco-conscious bride

Runway Show styled by Carine’s Bridal Atelier, a carefully curated collection of the world’s premier designers such as Monique Lhullier and Carolina Herrera presented in a high glamour, urban, innovative and unexpected runway experience

EXHIBITS: The best brands in categories such as beauty, accessories, cakes & confections, catering, rentals, florals, honeymoon, stationary, jewelry, photography & videography, planning & support.

TICKETS: Available online at A Chic Affair for $35.00 and available onsite for $45

ABOUT: A Chic Affair is a one of a kind bridal experience which brings together a select collection of the most lavish national brands and the most distinctive Washington area resources. The event provides brides with the latest trends and timeless elegance.

Discerning brides can view a collection of the area’s premier wedding resources, sample hors d’oeuvres, sip creative cocktails, enjoy a cake and champagne tasting, get expert advice from the country’s foremost experts all before leaving with an exclusive gift bag brimming with products and special offers. A Chic Affair also adds two brand-new concepts to this action-packed event for 2010 – A Gentlemen’s Lounge, and the debut of the eco-conscious collection – A Green Affair.

The climax of the event, a formal runway show highly conceptualized by Carine Krawic of Carine’s Bridal Atelier and A Chic Affair Executive Producer Rachael Glaws and designed by Jamie Greenwald of Gala Events will show a collection of gowns by the world’s premier designers in a high glamour, ‘urban’ chic tour de force exhibition, like nothing you have ever seen on a bridal runway.

A Chic Affair is far more than a bridal show, it is a social and relaxing afternoon to be pampered, delighted and inspired and remember how much excitement this special time has to offer.

Get Your Gilt On: Gilt Groupe's Wedding Weekend

It's a Bridal Party! Love is in the air …but you already know that. But if you are craving show-stopping bridal gowns, bridesmaids’ dresses, wedding gifts and so much more, then log onto Gilt’'s Wedding Weekend, in collaboration with Martha Stewart Weddings, from March 12-14. Shop sales from Caroline Herrera, Vera Wang Lavender Label, Thread, Temperly London, Judith Leiber, Tara Pearls, Lu Lu Frost, Tutu Couture, Checkerboard Stationary, juice cleanses, chic hotels and more.

You will find everything you need, want and can’t imagine walking down the aisle without — from beribboned silk heels to the perfect topaz necklace. (Something blue? Done.) It's not just for you bridal lovelies. There will be have sharp suits for the groom, get-pretty prep packages for the bridal party, dreamily decadent lingerie, and stuff-of-dreams honeymoon packages courtesy of Jetsetter. And if your head’s spinning with the task at hand, chin up — Darcy Miller, editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings has culled her personal picks to help aide in the planning process. This is your weekend to sit back, sign in to your Gilt account, and create a wonderful wedding at jaw-dropping prices. Enjoy the calm before the storm. Not a member yet? I can not imagine why you wouldn't be. But in case you have been living under a rock, here's an invitation (courtesy of The Bridal Wishlist and Gilt), Gilt's Wedding Weekend. You can thank me later.

Here's a small sampling of what's available this weekend:

Temperley London



Thread


Sergio Rossi


Jan Leslie

That Majestic Look: Sue Wong

I love how regal and majestic these gowns look by Sue Wong. If you are looking for a dress that has that certain flair and wow factor, then her dresses are certainly for you. See her entire Spring 2010 collection on her web site. You can also find spring collection and her Alice in Wonderland collection for Disney at Bloomies.

That Vintage Look: Dusty Rose Vintage @ Market Publique

This adorable lace dress has that sixties thing going on so strong. If you are into the mod look for your wedding, then this is your wedding dress. You have eight days to bid on it. So get to bidding over at Dusty Rose Vintage.

My Favorite Designer @ Milan Fashion Week: Alberta Ferretti

Of course, Alberta Ferretti was my pick from last season as well because she makes the most gorgeous, jaw-dropping gowns in the fashion industry. This blue color that she used for the A/W 2010 season is so magical. I love it. I would totally walk down the aisle in that dress. Here are my favorites. You can see her entire collection on Vogue Italia.

The Ultimate Ring Event @ I Gorman 2010

Puttin' on the Ritz: Net-a-Porter's Wedding Collection

Net-a-Porter.com launched it Wedding Collection for the brides that want everything. In their wedding collection, you will find the designer gowns that you never thought that you would find. They have a great collection of long and flirty short dresses, if you dare. Here are my favorites. You can see the entire collection in their Wedding Boutique.

Diane von Furstenberg


Halston


Chloé


Lanvin



Temperley London

BRIDAL EVENT: 2010 New York Weddings Event

It's that time again, Bridal Lovelies. It's that fab wedding event that happens right before for the upcoming wedding season gets in full swing. Mark your calendars for the New York Weddings Event. It is your one-stop resource for your very special day.


Sip cocktails and stroll through the elegant Metropolitan Pavilion where you will meet all the resources you need to plan your special celebration: the city’s top jewelers, caterers, photographers, bridal fashion designers, venue liaisons, planners, tabletop brands and much more.

You Can Sit Here: Cuddle Creatures

How cute are these place cards by JonNI- Paper and Decorative Arts? Way cute. It's so unique to have violins created as your place cards or whatever your heart desires. See their entire collection or get order information here.

Dressing The Man: indiTailored

As a woman that loves a well-dressed man, there is nothing better than watching your man button up his tailored shirt. There is just something special about a man having his shirt tailored to fit him perfectly. Enter indiTailored. Their only purpose is to give your man that perfect shirt. He can create his custom fit dress shirt using their build-a-shirt application. Some custom options available include:

• Creating individual contrast collar/cuff designs (so they don’t look too much alike)


• Monogramming initials on the pocket or cuff (in case they have a few cocktails at the reception and shirts come off)


• Choosing the right placket or pocket to flatter each body type (to ensure flattering bridal party photos)

You can get more information or view their Design Vault to see shirts created by other customers.

Petal Love @ Nine West

I am so lovin' this petal clutch. The perfect accessory for your wedding day. Available at Nine West for $59.99.

The Urban Web Event

CONTEST: Win A Hazel & Harlow Pendant

From February 15 – March 15, 2010, one (1) grand prize winner will receive from the Hazel & Harlow signature collection a stunning antiqued “Love Bird” Pendant. The pendant is hand carved in 24K vermeil with white and green topaz stones to create a beautiful and romantic piece of jewelry (Retail Value: $150). One (1) grand prize winner will receive a 3-month supply of The Solution by Envision Beauty, a multi-use facial moisturizer that the most effective ingredients from Nature + Science in one powerfully concentrated formula (Retail Value: $237).


Three (3) runners up will receive Hazel & Harlow antiqued “Heart of Gold” petite pendant. The pendant is made of 24K gold vermeil set with pave white topaz stones that enhance the star motif (Retail Value: $75). Three (3) runners up will receive a bottle of The Solution by Envision Beauty, a multi-use facial moisturizer that the most effective ingredients from Nature + Science in one powerfully concentrated formula (Retail Value: $79).

Each individual entering the contest on the Hazel & Harlow site will receive 25% off their next purchase of Hazel & Harlow and of The Solution by Envision Beauty by entering the promo code “ENVISION” at check out (code valid from 2/15/2010 – 3/15/2010). Visit www.hazelandharlow.com and www.envision-beauty.com to purchase.

BRIDAL CONTEST: Carolee and The Knot Partner For The Dream Wedding Contest

Leading fashion jewelry company CAROLEE has announced the launch of a major spring bridal promotion featuring a Dream Wedding contest valued at $40,000, in partnership with The Knot. The contest will run from February 17 through March 15 and can be entered online at The Knot's Carolee-Dream-Wedding. Everyone who enters will receive a printable certificate that can be redeemed for a pair of crystal solitaire hairpins at the Carolee counter at any Bloomingdale’s store in the US.

The grand prize will consist of: a wedding designed by celebrity wedding planner Bronson Van Wyck of Van Wyck & Van Wyck at the Empire Hotel in Manhattan; designer bridal and bridesmaids gowns from Amsale; Carolee jewelry for the entire bridal party; bridal hairstyling and makeup from Bumble and Bumble and Bobbi Brown; flowers for the bridal party by Florisan; wedding photographer and videographer by Dream Life Wedding; tabletop appliances from KitchenAid; china from Wedgwood and a honeymoon at Couples Resorts in Jamaica. Others supporting the event include Gotham Liquors, and others to come.

The contest will be promoted in the spring issue of The Knot magazine, online at TheKnot.com and at Carolee counters in Bloomingdale’s stores throughout the country. It will also be supported by The Registry at Bloomingdale’s through Registry packages and a special event for brides at the 59th Street store on March 10.

To enter the Dream Wedding Contest, a bride-to-be will need to submit a photo of her fiancé and herself and a brief essay about the moment she knew she’d found “the one.” Entries will be judged by a panel of bridal experts and narrowed down to five finalists who will be asked to submit a video and will be voted on by The Knot readers. The prize wedding will be featured in a two-page editorial in the fall issue of The Knot magazine.

In support of the contest, Carolee and The Registry at Bloomingdale’s will host an all-day event for brides in the first floor meeting space at the 59th Street store on March 10. Brides will receive a 45-minute personal consultation on bridal jewelry from Carolee, hair from Bumble and Bumble and makeup from Bobbi Brown, as well as meeting with a representative from The Registry. In the evening from 6-8, Rebecca Dolgin, Executive Editor of the Knot, will be there to give brides expert advice on wedding planning. To schedule an appointment, call 212-705-2918.

The Perfect Engagement Party Dress: Veronica Reis

This would be the most perfect dress to get dolled up for your engagement party. I love the mixture of the ruffle trim bodice with the wider ruffled bottom. Love it. This fab dress is by indie designer Veronica Reis. Check out her entire collection of beautiful dresses.

More Than Just A White Dress: Ohne Titel

When you just don't want the traditional gown, go ultra-modern and grab this RTW dress by Ohne Titel's Spring 2010 collection. See this and other dresses by the dynamic duo, Flora Gill and Alexa Adams.