Bridal Party
Everything you'll ever need to know about getting married and planning a wedding in the Washington, DC area.
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Lynne Shallcross
Run with the brides, then get pampered. And have a cupcake!
Lace up those sneakers and try your luck at Filene's Basement's Running of the Brides on Friday. (Photo courtesy of Filene's Basement)
Friday, August 1: Running of the Brides
It’s that time again! Grab your sneaks, your best friend, and all the shopping determination you’ve got—and head to Filene’s Basement in Mazza Gallerie (5300 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-966-0208) for the Running of the Brides. Doors open at 8 AM (but many dedicated shoppers arrive much earlier), and in less than 60 seconds, brides-to-be wipe the racks clean. They carry as many dresses as they can hold to a corner of the store to begin trying on. Then the bartering of gowns between shoppers begins. Overwhelming? Maybe. Worth it? Definitely. Gowns are a steal at $699, $499, or $249. Free; 8 AM.
Friday, August 1: Sample Sale
After getting trampled, get pampered. That’s the idea at Harriet Kassman Bridal Salon in Mazza Gallerie (5300 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-363-1870). After running with the rest of the bargain-hunting brides downstairs at Filene’s Basement, head up two floors to Harriet Kassman for a glass of champagne and a sample sale with 50 percent off dozens of designer wedding gowns. Free; 10 AM to 6 PM.
Friday, August 1: Trunk Sale
If you’re in love with Monique Lhuillier’s designs, you’re not alone. So is Carine’s Bridal Atelier (1726 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-965-4696). That’s why they’re proud to be the only boutique that carries Lhuillier’s bridal designs—and proud to host a trunk sale of her gowns Friday through Sunday. Browse more than 40 dresses from the collection. If you place an order over the weekend, get 10 percent off. Appointments are required, and they’re filling fast. E-mail info@carinesbridal.com or call to make an appointment. Free; store hours are Friday and Saturday 11 to 7, Sunday 12 to 5.
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Lynne Shallcross
Start your morning with The Slice, a daily feature bringing you up-to-the-minute gossip, news, and buzz on all things wedding around the world.
You can wear that dress again! To the "Ugly Bridesmaid Dress Contest" at the Waseca County Free Fair.
Our friends at Hilton Arlington have a new blog! Check it out for everything from tips on cutting the cake to the pros and cons of an outdoor wedding.
If you passed on the photography package with the expensive album, here are some DIY options to help you remember the day. [via Nearly Wed]
Love to label? Don't miss this giveaway. [via The Wedding Chicks]
Have bridal news to share? E-mail lshallcross@washingtonian.com.
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Lynne Shallcross
What started as doodling ended up a successful stationery company.
In an age of constant email, there’s nothing more thoughtful or personal than a handwritten note. So when we stumbled upon these adorable bridal notes and invitations, we couldn’t help but share them with you.
When Joanna Alberti sat curled up at night with her sketchpad after a long day at an ad agency in Boston, she didn’t know she’d end up creating a stationery company out of her doodles. “I’ve always kept a journal for funny stories and ideas,” says Alberti, named one of the top five entrepreneurs under 25 by BusinessWeek in 2005. “Realizing how much I loved to be creative and how much time I spent on doodling made me realize that this little idea was something more.”
In 2005, Alberti created philoSophie’s, a stationery and gift company whose main character, Sophie, is illustrated on cards and notes for many of life’s occasions—from holidays to birthdays to new babies. Her bridal line includes thank-you notes, invitations, congratulations cards, bachelorette-party invites, and more. Alberti has created recipe cards for a wedding shower, cards to ask a friend to be your maid of honor, and cards to ask your dad to walk you down the aisle.
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Lynne Shallcross
We want your flower questions!
When it comes to flowers, there’s so much to choose from. Cala lillies or roses? What’s in season and what’s afforable? What will make your wedding come alive with color? Rance Goff has the answers. As chief designer for Georgetown’s Ultra Violet Flowers (1218 31st St., NW; 202-333-3002), he’s a weddings expert. He conceptualizes, designs, and directs all of Ultra Violet’s special events and weddings, and his work has been featured in publications including Town and Country, Elegant Bride, and InStyle. Rance brings 15 years’ experience and a hands-on approach to every wedding, making him a favorite, he says, with not only brides but with their mothers, too!
Rance is coming in for a live chat on Thursday from 11 AM to noon. Submit your questions now!
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