Area stores offer ideas for Halloween Nov 2, 2009
But thrift stores such as Goodwill also give people a chance to create their own costumes by buying such things as retro polyester clothes, evening dresses or even bridal gowns. They wouldn t have any problems with that at all, Boysen said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Wedding is on! Oct 11, 2009
"Even if it's just you and your husband, every couple deserves that magical moment when the husband sees his bride in her wedding dress for the first time,'' said store owner Patricia South. South was inspired to give away the dresses after a recent inventory. She found dozens of designer samples, and even some custom-made dresses that were never collected. It's not the first time she's donated dresses. Last Veterans Day, the store gave away free bridal gowns to eight women engaged to soldiers... (The Palm Beach Post)
Professional photographer Young-Sun draws a bevy of models Oct 8, 2009
The girls will strike any pose for him in any kind of clothes from bridal gowns to bikinis. Some have even posed nude for him and he has even put three of such works on exhibition at the Penang Art Gallery at Dewan Sri Pinang. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
David's Bridal launches Pearl City store Sep 23, 2009
Aside from bridal gowns, the store offers a selection of bridal party and special occasion dresses, accessories, gifts and bridal services. The store is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, and from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dorothy E. Heidtke Sep 2, 2009
Dorothy enjoyed a hobby of designing and making bridal gowns, creating about 500 gowns, each being "one of a kind." Harold photographed each bride-to-be wearing her gown, filling 16 albums of brides. She is survived by her husband, Harold; two sisters, Nell MacDougall of North Weymouth, Mass. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Nonprofit hopes gown sale brings in funds Jul 29, 2009
So far her organization has received about 800 items, including bridal gowns, flower girl dresses, mother-of-the-bride dresses, bridesmaid dresses and prom dresses. More are still coming in. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Frills, chills and thrills at Paris winter show Jul 16, 2009
Bridal gowns, sheer lacy bodices and chic shirt suits are the highlights of the Paris winter show. SCREEN siren glamour, sexy, lacy bodices and a frothy collection of endless would-be bridal gowns marked Paris winter 2010 haute couture displays, capping three emotional days that saw whats likely to be the last show by Christian Lacroix. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Paris: Fall couture Jul 10, 2009
PARIS Screen siren glamour, sexy, lacy bodices and a frothy collection of endless would-be bridal gowns brought Paris' winter 2010 haute couture displays to an uneven conclusion on Wednesday, capping three emotional days that saw what's likely to be the last show by Christian Lacroix. The gifted French designer fielded Tuesday a superb collection of chic skirt suits and cocoon coats that culminated in tears and group hugs. (AZCentral -- Style)
Rental boutique eyes cash-conscious brides Jul 9, 2009
Bridal gowns range from $129 to $229 and bridesmaid's dresses cost between $89 and $99. Bridesmaids who are used to hearing, "You can wear it again," but know they never will are especially grateful, Williamson said. (Denver Post)
Win a wedding worth R50 000! Jun 25, 2009
Leading wedding dress designer Cindy Bam, whose bridal gowns evoke the drama and glamour of past eras but with a modern edge will provide a wedding dress for the winning bride from her ready-to-wear collection. The Dress Suit, one of South Africa's leading formal wear hire groups, will provide outfits for the groom and three of his attendants, and ensure that they are perfectly dressed for this very special occasion. (iAfrica.com)
MercuryNews: Recession hits home for brides Jun 23, 2009
While brides have customarily ordered their dresses at least six months before the wedding, he's noticed they're buying their gowns much closer to the date of the event, an indication that economic uncertainty is also affecting the way women traditionally buy their bridal gowns. And choices have been less formal and ostentatious. (KGO, CA)
Win a wedding! Jun 18, 2009
Leading wedding dress designer Cindy Bam, whose bridal gowns evoke the drama and glamour of past eras but with a modern edge will provide a wedding dress for the winning bride from her ready-to-wear collection. The Dress Suit. (iAfrica.com)
Ashley Isham: The Real Fashion Gem at Audi Fashion Festival May 19, 2009
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Small Biz: Consignment shop for brides May 3, 2009
"It's a consignment shop that takes bridal gowns and all formal wear," Baker said. "We have mother-of-the-bride dresses, flower girl dresses, prom dresses, evening gowns for spring formals and graduation.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Thedesire to save money has couples saying 'I do' Mar 29, 2009
Stone said more girls like Golden are trying on discontinued bridal gowns priced from $99-$299. A special-order gown can range from $400 to about $2,000. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Valley businesses make big shifts to survive Mar 15, 2009
Bridal gowns hang in a separate room in the back of the shop, and brides have their own dressing room nearby, something the old shop didn't have. Mother of the bride shoppers also have their own large dressing room. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Bridal splendour Mar 5, 2009
The special invitation from the organisers allowed Choong, the only representative from South-East Asia, to present 10 evening wear dresses and 10 bridal gowns on the runway alongside other designers from the Netherlands, Hong Kong, Sydney and Melbourne ... Others preferred to design princess bridal gowns with the customary veil, which is not Choongs style ... The bridal gowns are empire cut with A-line skirts. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Carbon offsets: Are they worth your money? Feb 25, 2009
In addition to the everyday steps we take to reduce our impact on the planet filling reusable bags with organic produce; using earth-friendly cleaning supplies and personal care products; seeking out used lawnmowers, blow driers or bridal gowns to keep yet another item from ending up in the landfill we can now add carbon offsets to the list. Most carbon offset companies provide consumers with an online carbon calculator so we can easily work out just how much CO2 were spewing into the... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Barbie struts her stuff at Fashion Week Feb 15, 2009
Wang and Monique Lhuillier both styled Barbie in over-the-top bridal gowns, but Kenneth Cole was the only one to give her a Ken-doll mate on the catwalk. His Barbie wore a T-shirt that said "Everyone needs a Ken.". (North County Times)
