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DC BRIDAL SHOW: A Chic Affair is Back with Christian Siriano!



A Chic Affair, the metro area’s definitive boutique luxury consumer event for the modern bride, will take place Sunday, March 13, 2011 at The Historical Society of Washington, D.C, from 11 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 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 and view a formal runway show, all before leaving with an exclusive gift bag brimming with products and special offers. This is the shows second year in Washington.

Participants in this year’s event already include such sought after resources as Bloomingdales, Brides Washington Magazine, Brides.com, Chevy Chase Bridal, Maggie Austin Cake, Georgetown Cupcake, and The Dandelion Patch. The “State of The Union” expert conversation series will include Project Runway Season 4 Winner Christian Siriano as well as Editorial Staff from Conde Nast Bridal Media and others.

This is not your average bridal show- 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. The quality vendors presented in this well-edited collection ensures a sell out crowd for the show year after year.

The piece de resistance of the event, a formal runway show presentation, will be shared by two of the world’s most popular designers, provided by Chevy Chase Bridal and accompanied by luxury jewelry by an exclusive diamond partner. This year’s show, Alice in Weddingland, promises to be unlike anything you’ve seen on a runway in D.C – expect a whimsical, surprising and transformative presentation inside a custom designed tent outside the venue, facades and décor created by Gala Events, Inc, recently featured in WEtv’s Platinum Weddings.

Get your tickets now and I will see you on Sunday!

DC BRIDAL EVENT: Washingtonian's Bride & Groom Unveiled is Almost Here!



Kick off the new year by attending the area's premiere wedding show! Washingtonian Bride & Groom magazine will host its third annual ticketed wedding event, Unveiled, on Sunday, January 23, 2011, from 11 am to 3 pm at the Park Hyatt Washington D.C. This year's event will be anchored by an exclusive bridal-gown fashion show featuring Vera Wang's fall 2011 collection, sponsored by the the Bridal Salon at Saks Jandel in Chevy Chase.

More than 300 brides- and grooms-to-be attended last year's show, and more are expected to attend this year. The area's most renowned wedding vendors, including event planners, photographers, florists, and caterers, will be on hand to offer expert advice and make appointments for wedding services. Guests can also sample hors d’oeuvres, delicious wedding cakes, and innovative desserts from Blue Duck Tavern’s award-winning executive chef, Brian McBride, and its pastry chef, Peter Brett.

Unveiled will also offer spectacular door prizes and takeaways. Advance tickets are on sale now: $55 for brides, grooms, and members of the bridal party; $75 for wedding professionals. Please visit Washingtonian Bride & Groom Unveiled for more information. The first 75 ticket buyers will be entered to win an invitation for two to the exclusive Unveiled Rehearsal Dinner at 701 Restaurant.

Don’t miss Washingtonian Bride & Groom Winter/Spring 2011, on newsstands December 15, 2010. Use promo code BLOGGERSAVE10 to get $10.00 off your ticket.

What: Washingtonian Bride & Groom Unveiled, Washington's Premiere Wedding Showcase
When: Sunday, January 23, 2011, 11 AM to 3 PM
Where: Park Hyatt, 1201 24th St., NW, Washington, DC
How: Purchase tickets by visiting Washingtonian Bride & Groom Unveiled
Attire: Dressy casual

About Washingtonian Bride & Groom
Washingtonian Bride & Groom is a stunning luxury wedding magazine from Washington’s most trusted wedding experts. It is published biannually by Washingtonian Magazine Inc., 1828 L St., NW, Washington, DC 20036.

DC BRIDAL EVENT: Not So Big Weddings (Weddings Under $15K)




Sunday, November 7, 2010 from 1 pm to 4 pm at Rockwood Manor, 11001 MacArthur Blvd., Potomac, MD. Free admission and Parking. RSVP at Not So Big Weddings

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.

DMV Bridal Event: DCC WC 2nd Annual Luxury Bridal Show



DC Metro Area brides, make sure that you put the DCCWC's 2nd Annual Luxury Bridal Show on your calendars. This amazing event will take place on February 6, 2010 at the Stephen Decatur House Museum, 1610 H Street, NW Washington, DC, from 1-4 p.m. Tickets are $25.00.

This will be one of the bridal events of the season and you will not want to miss it. View Couture Gown Collections by The Cotton Bride & Punk Rock Bride. You can win The Cotton Bride dress from cover of Eco-Beautiful Weddings Magazine!

There will be featured Live Bloggers including:

  • Devon Pierce & Danielle Freedman, District Weddings

  • Emily Newman, Once Wed

  • Amy Jean Chung, Weddzilla & The Relentless Bride

  • Nole Garey, Oh So Beautiful Paper


Meet Julianne Smith of Julianne Smith Garters

For more information - go to the DC Couture Wedding Consortium's website

DMV Brides: Chevy Chase Bridal Launches



Nick Kassman announces the opening of Chevy Chase Bridal in Mazza Gallerie, in the Friendship Heights section of Northwest Washington, D.C. Chevy Chase Bridal is an upscale, full-service bridal salon featuring designer bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, eveningwear and accessories in a range of price points.

Chevy Chase Bridal features gowns from renowed designers including Anne Barge, Antonio Riva, Badgley Mischka, Justin Alexander, Romona Keveza, Simone Carvalli and Stephen Yearick, and Mark & James, the new bridge line by Badgley Mischka. Chevy Chase Bridal also includes bridesmaid selections by Badgley Mischka, and Siri, plus an edited collection of designer mother of the bride and eveningwear.

Chevy Chase Bridal will be open seven days a week: Monday – Saturday 10-6, Thursday 10-8, Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 12-5. Appointments are recommended for fittings, and can be reserved by calling 202.363.9301.

Here's their Trunk Show Roster to date:

February 26 – 28: Justin Alexander

March 26 – 28: Simone Carvalli

April 23 – 25: Romona Keveza

May 14 – 16: Badgley Mischka and Mark & James

August 13 – 15: Justin Alexander

September 10 – 12: Romona Keveza

DC/MD/VA Brides: Sample Sale @ Priscilla of Boston


Bridal lovelies, now through Sept. 21, Priscilla of Boston is hosting a five-day sample sale. Bridal gowns, originally priced from $1,500 to $8,000, will be selling for as low as $199, while bridesmaid and special occasion dresses can be snagged for $19.99.

Priscilla of Boston
8065 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22102
703-821-0167

Hours: Mon 10:00am- 6:00pm Tue 10:00am- 8:00pm Wed 10:00am- 6:00pm Thu 10:00am- 8:00pm Fri 10:00am- 6:00pm Sat 9:30am- 5:00pm
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