Cleaning clothes with holiday cheer Dec 18, 2007
does dry cleaning, alterations, bridal gown preservation, pillow restoration and laundry. During the summer, an average of about 850 items a week are brought in for cleaning at both locations, said Marsh, 37. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lane, Valentine married Nov 25, 2007
Given in marriage by her parents, the bride wore a strapless bridal gown with an embroidered bodice and rhinestone and crystal embellishments. It featured a sweetheart neckline and a chapel-length train made of organza with crystal and rhinestone pick-ups. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
Lasting union thrived in full public glare Nov 20, 2007
It took him and his team an hour and 10 minutes to fit the sumptuous ivory silk bridal gown and its 13-foot star-patterned circular train. Three hundred and fifty girls from his Bruton Street workshop had worked on it for seven weeks in secrecy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Have we all gone doggone crazy? Oct 24, 2007
You can dress your pet in diamonds, cashmere or a bridal gown. Dog "spaws" offer "pawdicures." And then there are the mesmerizingly awful gold fronts you can buy at Pitgrillz. (Globe and Mail)
Don't hear wedding bell money blues Oct 3, 2007
Unless you're a professional wedding planner, you probably have no idea how many off-the-wall expenses you'll encounter: invitations and postage, marriage license, clergy and location fees, flowers, bridal gown and groom's tuxedo, rehearsal dinner and reception, photography, catering, limousine, parking attendants, engagement and wedding rings, gifts for wedding participants, honeymoon expenses and that's the tip of the iceberg. There are many good wedding budgeting tools available online,... (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
The fairytale faded but Diana's dress still fascinates Sep 21, 2007
art handler Graeme Murton with Diana's famous bridal gown at the Powerhouse Museum ... art handler Graeme Murton with Diana's famous bridal gown at the Powerhouse Museum. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Cleanup clears 27000 pounds of Panorama City debris Sep 17, 2007
More than 2,000 partially used spray cans turned up in Wilmington, an expired passport surfaced in Hermosa Beach and divers found a bridal gown near the. Advertisement. (Los Angeles Daily News)
Willa Ford Gets Hitched Aug 29, 2007
Ford, who previously dated Backstreet Boy Nick Carter, walked down the aisle in a bridal gown she designed herself. The couple announced their engagement in November. (FOX23.com, OK)
Friends, magazine work to give couple a dream wedding Aug 21, 2007
Bridal gown, tuxedo, flowers, cake, rings, photos, video, wedding bands, DJ, invitations, hair and makeup, catering, honeymoon. Liz starts to cry. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
What's Happening Aug 18, 2007
Register to win a free bridal gown and door prizes. For more information, call Marcia and Tona Tureaud at 675-8558 or Ametrish Washington at 474-0071. (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
Eva and Tony's marriage blessed in a fairytale Parisian ceremony Jul 11, 2007
While the actress was keeping her bridal gown under wraps, the other Wisteria Lane ladies, including Teri Hatcher - who'd chosen a floor-length, turquoise affair - kept photographers happy showing off their finery outside the church of Saint Germain I'Auxerrois. Teri, who plays the show's ditzy single mum Susan, arrived hand-in-hand with her nine-year-old daughter Emerson Rose. (hellomagazine.com)
Eva and Tony's Wedding Diary! Jul 10, 2007
They reportedly snuck in through a back door of the church, and once inside, Eva slipped into her bridal gown in the priest's quarters. Guests included TERI HATCHER (wearing a blue BADGLEY MISCHKA couture gown with beaded details), whose date was daughter EMERSON, NICOLLETTE SHERIDAN, in a gorgeous, strapless pink frock, BRENDA STRONG and FELICITY HUFFMAN, who was there with hubby WILLIAM H. MACY. New mom MARCIA CROSS remained stateside to care for her twin daughters. (Entertainment Tonight)
WP: Lucky in love? Couples book 7/7/07 weddings Jul 2, 2007
"Who wants to be sweaty in a heavy bridal gown?". Apparently, a lot of brides. (MSNBC -- Business)
Longoria, Parker's NY weekend Jun 28, 2007
The 32-year-old brunette recently revealed she can't wait to show off her stunning bridal gown. She joked, "I am going to sleep in the dress!". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
TomKat arrive for Packer bash Jun 20, 2007
As with all good weddings, details of the bridal gown remain a closely-guarded secret, although one report suggests it will be a $A100,000 haute couture number. For guests, the dress code for each lavish occasion appeared to be one thing they had been briefed on. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Murdochs fly in for Packer wedding Jun 19, 2007
As with all good weddings, details of the bridal gown remain a closely-guarded secret, although one report suggests it will be a $100,000 haute couture number. For Packer's guests, the dress code for each lavish occasion appeared to be one thing they had been briefed on. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Wedding dress success Jun 17, 2007
Searching for the perfect bridal gown. A recent survey by Oprah. (Montana Standard, MT)
Wedding Fashion Tips Jun 14, 2007
Color added to a bridal gown is coming back. Don't be afraid to wear your favorite color. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Wedding dress success: The perfect gown at a bargain Jun 12, 2007
Monday, June 11, 2007 12:09 PM CDT Wedding dress success: The perfect gown at a bargain Searching for the perfect bridal gown. A recent survey by Oprah. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Alpha Sigma Masters Honor Men With Envoy Club Installation Event Jun 8, 2007
A porcelain Mickey and Minnie Mouse, dressed in a tux and a bridal gown, adorned the top of the four-tier, black and white wedding cake ... A porcelain Mickey and Minnie Mouse, dressed in a tux and a bridal gown, adorned the top of the four-tier, black and white wedding cake. (The Ledger)
Start off right: Say 'I do' frugally Jun 5, 2007
Unless you're a professional wedding planner, you probably have no idea how many off-the-wall expenses you'll encounter: invitations and postage, a marriage license, clergy and location fees, flowers, bridal gown and groom's tuxedo, rehearsal dinner and reception, photography, catering, a limousine, parking attendants, engagement and wedding rings, gifts for wedding participants, honeymoon expenses and that's the tip of the iceberg. There are many good wedding budgeting tools available online,... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
How to Control Crowds Jun 3, 2007
The tightly hyped launch of a video game system, for example, has spurred violence, as have discount bridal gown shopping events, the grand opening of Ikea furniture stores and the lead-up to a sporting event between rivals. . (Darwinmag.com)
Where did she get her wedding gown? Target Jun 3, 2007
Target unveiled its first bridal gown collection May 5, just as the high season for weddings began. The collection includes bridesmaid dresses for as little as $30, as well as affordable floor-length veils, white gloves, little clutches, shoes, wraps and sashes. (Chicago Tribune)
Wedding Planning Time Frame May 30, 2007
Pick out a bridal gown and tux along with the accessories. Meet with the officiant and fianc; to discuss ceremony. (Suite101.com)
Disney debuts line of wedding gowns May 13, 2007
Kavitha Tipirneni walked into the Winter Park store Friday just looking for a bridal gown. The New Jersey resident, who is visiting her brother and sister-in-law in Orlando, didn't know about the Disney collection's appearance until she saw the gowns on the rack. (Orlando Sentinel)
The Wall Street Journal Weekend Edition Examines Educational Mainstreaming for Special-Needs Students May 12, 2007
The services operate in a fashion similar to traditional tuxedo or bridal gown rentals but tend to focus on high-end designer fare. About The Wall Street Journal. (Primezone Releases)
Choosing Your Bridesmaid Dresses Apr 29, 2007
DO choose a dress that looks nice with the bridal gown. Ask a bridal store consultant to help you pick a good match. (Suite101.com)
Arts Scene: 04/26/07 Apr 27, 2007
The double bill includes "Miss Havisham's Wedding Night," which fleshes out the famous Dickens character from "Great Expectations," a bride jilted on her wedding day who vows to wear her bridal gown forever. The lead role will be sung by Anchorage soprano Kate Egan, who has performed with New York City Opera and Glimmerglass. (Anchorage Daily News)
Business Owners Across Northeast Still Reeling from Floods Apr 19, 2007
Six years ago, Merrell Warshaw opened a bridal gown shop on top of a small hill in the village of Mamaroneck, N.Y., right across from the local fire department. That location saved his business this week. (Fox News)
Disney, bridal designer team up Apr 18, 2007
This bridal gown, inspired by the character Belle from Beauty and the Beast, was among the gowns on display during Disney's Fall Fairy Tale Weddings show in New York City on Sunday. Conversation guidelines: USA TODAY welcomes your thoughts, stories and information related to this article. (USA Today -- Life)
Housing dreams crash Apr 1, 2007
" On an afternoon 33 years ago, they celebrated Angela's arrival. Tim stared at the tiny infant a nurse held up to the maternity ward window and waved.Sixteen years later, Angela's dad died. Tim, just out of the Navy, went to pay his respects. He offered his arms to Angela -- and never let go.In the wedding photos, Tim's rock-star hair reaches the shoulders of his white tuxedo. Angela's bridal gown does little to hide her eighth month of pregnancy.The new family grew fast -- a year after Amanda... (Florida Today)
Strutting the catwalk for a cure Mar 30, 2007
The grand finale featured the traditional bridalwear segment, with Claire Phillips showing off a bridal gown, Renita Bland dressing as the mother of the bride and Mallory Bryan portraying the flower girl, all wearing clothing provided by A Formal Affair of Warrenton. This year's event raised more than $24,000 for cancer research and various programs throughout the area, according to Sylvia McDevitt, a Times Community Newspapers employee, and, along with Krista Tucker, a co-chair of the fashion... (The Burke Times, VA)
Wedding Jewelry Mar 18, 2007
If you are not sure of the difference check out the bridal selection at the queen of bridal gown design. Is the gown going to be the traditional white or some other color. (Suite101.com)
Sleeping around breeds success Mar 6, 2007
The bridal gown was the centrepiece of the finale to Peter Alexander's 20th anniversary show ... A bridal gown adorned with tiny teddy bears was the centrepiece of the finale, with the bride walking through a sea of bridesmaids in silk nighties before Alexander appeared on stage as a bridegroom to end proceedings ... The bridal gown was the centrepiece of the finale to Peter Alexander's 20th anniversary show. (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
Knot-tyers offered bouquet of options Feb 25, 2007
In addition, blushing brides have the chance to win a diamond ring and an Alfred Angelo bridal gown. This year, the show s producer, Bridal Shows, Inc. is also getting grooms in on the action with a groom cake decorating contest at 3 p.m. The winner gets a free groom s cake. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
New Billy Tjong boutique adds spark to Kemang Feb 19, 2007
The irresistible cocktail dress in jet black, or the chic white adorable babydoll bridal gown ... But what appeared most memorable was the cute little surprise during the finale -- a gorgeous white puff-skirt bridal gown that reached slightly above the knee, revealing the beautiful legs of the "bride" ... "I think it's fun to be out of the box sometimes instead of using the same old pattern and style, which leads to a monotonous look. Instead, I love trying or combining new or different elements... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Young designer at the crossroads Feb 19, 2007
His grandparents ran a bridal gown production factory in Chinatown (his great-grandparents, who came to California after the earthquake, owned a Chinese grocery store). His parents ran a custom tailoring shop in Chinatown for years. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Reformed Miss USA "face" of Trump's new catering hall Feb 8, 2007
Conner, in an off-the-shoulder bridal gown, told reporters she was hanging in there, despite the minus 4. 4 C degree weather and the chilling winds. (Xinhuanet, China)
Katie's catwalk cruise Jan 26, 2007
Holmes, who married Hollywood star Tom Cruise in an Armani bridal gown last year, said she loved today's show, which included floor-length dresses with large sequined ribbons at the shoulders. "It was amazing, so beautiful," she said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Anchorage wedding fair excites and intimidates Jan 26, 2007
A bridal gown fashion show was among the events, Jan. 21, 2007, at the Anchorage Wedding Fair in the Egan Center. AMERICAN IDOL. (Anchorage Daily News)
2007's Top Picks: Retailing Jan 22, 2007
Wang is a best-selling couture bridal gown designer, and the new line is expected to draw in new shoppers. Page. (BusinessWeek)
Makeup firm finds a niche through its minimalist appeal Jan 21, 2007
"Glamour for You!" squeals one such ad for something called Stadium Girl Cake Makeup, featuring an apple-cheeked young woman and a promise to make the user's complexion "more romantic than ever." Elsewhere, a presumably satisfied cosmetics customer in a bridal gown is literally hauled off by a handsome man. Whether you see such images as being shot through with optimism or just naivete, it seems a long way from the sort of pitch used by Bare Escentuals , a cosmetics brand whose revenue for 2006... (Boston Globe -- Business)
What's On: Events Jan 21, 2007
In addition to fashion shows and a bridal gown sale, the show offers information sessions and resources on everything from planning the honeymoon to starting your first home. The show runs Fri. (Toronto Star)