Fashion week comes to an end Oct 30, 2008
Day 1 of Fashion Week saw designers channelling style influences from the '50s and '60s, kicking off with a Grace-Kelly inspired bridal wear collection from Alfred Sung, and Pink Tartan evoking the iconic glamour girl featuring cosy cardigans, body-hugging bustier-style halters and bathing suits, pencil skirts and cigarette-slim pants. As the week progressed, the silhouettes became decidedly more free-form and fluid, from loose-fitting sheaths to floor-skimming elegant dresses. (Times and Transcript)
Victoria Beckham wears a sari for Vogues cover Oct 25, 2008
Indian fans will surely be delighted to see Victoria step into exquisite bridal wear. Gleefully slipping into a Tarun Tahiliani lehenga, Victoria exclaimed: I feel like an Indian princess. (TopNews)
The white stuff Oct 22, 2008
"I see a real return to romance and glamor in bridal wear," says Sungs. "Women want to look glamorous when they walk down the aisle.". (Toronto Sun)
Fashion mantra: Look sexy this Navratri Oct 8, 2008
Designer Pallavi Jaikishen, who specialises in bridal wear, agrees that cholis no longer follow monotonous and boring traditional patterns. "Cholis are getting short and sexy. Young girls prefer it that way. They do not want to be uncomfortable in their cholis but they want to make a style statement also," she said. (India Times, India)
This envoy from Pak specializes in fashion Oct 5, 2008
According to sources, Mrs Gillani herself was to be the guest of honour at the bridal wear exhibition but had to cancel in order to arrange her son's October 11 wedding. Though Waqar is not a career diplomat, there are signs she is learning the language of diplomacy in her new role as fashion envoy. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Cheers to Couture Sep 6, 2008
It is therefore befitting that we have a Couture Week to service bridal wear and elevate it with contemporary finishes, he says. The hopelessly old-fashioned styles and the price tags, starting at five figures, however, ensured that couture clients werent many. (Delhi Newsline)
No faking it in the vineyards Aug 18, 2008
The designer, who is of Greek descent, said attending "wog weddings" had taught him what not to do with bridal wear. After his first ready-to-wear bridal runway show yesterday, Perry shared his tips for brides. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The most expensive sari Aug 9, 2008
Saris are for all purposes -- party wear, daily wear, bridal wear and so on. Depending on the pattern and the material it s woven with, saris vary in prices. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Project Runway Jul 8, 2008
Roth himself is off to the US shortly to continue running his successful bridal wear company, and will no doubt be even more sought after as a fashion commentator following this series. Currently 3/5 Stars. (Sydney Morning Herald)
The final countdown begins for IIFA May 30, 2008
"I'm going to prepare an all Indian collection for the IIFA, an entire bridal wear collection, with black lehenga and heavy embroidery," said Manish Malhotra, fashion designer. "It's going to be a big exciting night, designers like Rohit Bal, Manish, Sabyasachi and me are coming together to present an Indian collection, something that's going to take Indian wear on an international level," said Vikram Phadnis, fashion designer. (NDTV.com)
Waist management Jan 18, 2008
But increasing demand for corsets suitable for wear with mainstream fashion, evening and bridal wear recently persuaded her to launch a new brand with business partner Rebecca Wood. "Miss Kitty Couture will suit new styles of dresses," says White, "or they can be worn on their own." Because the Miss Kitty Couture collection, due for launch in March, is off-the-rack, prices are comparatively cheap at $125 to $195. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Entrepreneur to debut clothing line in Scottsdale Oct 23, 2007
She has developed what she calls "a pretty comprehensive collection," including swimwear, city wear, office wear and bridal wear. She recently signed a contract with a Paris fashion showroom that will represent her clothing to buyers and boutiques across Europe. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Bridal wear gets good reviews at fashion week Oct 18, 2007
Mon Oct 15, 2007 3:20pm IST. A selection of our best pictures from the past 24 hours. (Reuters India)
Hong Kong designers come of age Aug 14, 2007
cole de Mode Internationale in Paris, focuses on evening and bridal wear. She graduated in 1999 and launched her couture line in 2000. (International Herald Tribune)
Taxes to recess for back-to-school shopping Jul 26, 2007
The exemption also applies to diapers, and even formal and bridal wear. NON-EXEMPT ITEMS. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Branson hit by invasion of Virgin territory Jul 15, 2007
When Virgin Trains was launched in the 1990s it was problematic, with poor service and punctuality prompting many observers to question if it would damage Branson and the Virgin image; an attempt to run the National Lottery failed; Virgin Cola has not been a global success, and neither have smaller businesses from selling bridal wear to cosmetics and clothing. The difficulty is that although Virgin may be in the spotlight, that light cannot reveal the full impact of gains and losses because so... (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Couples hope for luck on 7/7/07 Jul 6, 2007
By Tuesday, most of the bridal wear was altered, pressed and out the door. But we still have a lot of tuxes left to fit, and with the (Fourth of July) holiday in the middle of it, that leaves us Thursday and Friday. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
What every woman wants and more May 29, 2007
Producing and hosting half-hour segments of what she calls "infotainment" spots designed to promote the expertise of local entrepreneurs (formal bridal wear, exfoliation scrubs, perfumes, etc. Dambro's high-energy lead-ins spelled it all out. (Herald-Tribune)
First wedding boutique for gays open May 28, 2007
The opening of the boutique, called By will coincide with bridal wear week in Barcelona. The store will also sell rings, jewellery and other gifts for gay couples, as well as a full range of household fabrics, including Egyptian cotton bed linen and sheets embroidered with the date of the ceremony. (iAfrica.com)
The Fitting Room May 19, 2007
Yet at this store the shoppers will slip on priests' robes, ski suits, running shorts and bridal wear, while a queer stylist gives fashion tips and a gothic violinist plays a fusion of baroque and rock music. It will also be late at night. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Fashion week in JB focuses on fusion of cultures May 2, 2007
These people prefer to have a fusion of cultures from both the East and West, he said adding that with the right mix, his collection was suitable even for bridal wear. Keith also brought with him long evening gowns in loud prints and bold colours. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Couples Say 'I Do' Again On Different Continents Feb 6, 2007
Regional bridal wear is often a good solution, said Mimoun, adding that some of her international clients have opted for saris, salwar kameezes or ornate Middle Eastern wedding garb for their second or third ceremonies. "People still want everything to be perfect on their wedding day," Mimoun said. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Prom preview Feb 5, 2007
The gown-and-tux fashion show, sponsored by English Rose Bridal Wear in Kanawha City and the Marriott, raised funds for schools ... The gown-and-tux fashion show, sponsored by English Rose Bridal Wear in Kanawha City and the Marriott, raised funds for schools. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Things to do today Feb 4, 2007
PROM EXPO: English Rose Bridal Wear, 2 to 4 p.m., Charleston Marriott. Features latest prom fashions for 2007. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Dressing Abhishek for his wedding Feb 1, 2007
After all, she is designing the bridal wear for one of the this year. Datta, who designs only men's wear, will design Abhishek Bachchan's wedding outfits when he gets married to Aishwarya Rai. (Rediff)
