Friday, October 7, to Sunday, October 9
Justin Alexander’s wedding gowns whimsical and on trend. The newest collection will be featured at a trunk show at Chevy Chase Bridal. Call 202-363-9301 to schedule an appointment.
Friday, October 7, to Sunday, October 9
Popular designer Matthew Christopher’s new collection will make an appearance at Betsy Robinson’s Bridal Collection. Call 410-484-4600 to make an appointment.
Sunday, October 9
Getting ready to register? Crate & Barrel is hosting a Wedding Parties event from 9 to 11 AM at its Arlington, Towson, and Tysons Corner stores, where you and your significant other can enjoy breakfast and entertainment while getting expert advice on registering. The store will be open only to registering couples during these hours, but you’ll have to RSVP to get in the doors. Find contact information for a store near you by visit Crate & Barrel’s Web site.
Thursday, October 13
Hitched in Georgetown is hosting its “Sample Sale Soiree” from 5 PM to 8 PM—no appointment necessary; first come, first served. You’ll find gowns by such couture designers as Christos, Amsale, Judd Waddell, and more for up to 60 percent off. RSVP to info@hitchedsalon.com.
Thursday, October 13
Lots of great events for all you tabletop buffs at the Neiman Marcus in Mazza Gallerie this month. Hungarian porcelain artist Anna Weatherley will be on hand at a tea from 12 to 4 PM to preview her collection and sign pieces on site (what a special wedding present idea!). Call 202-966-9700, extension 2436, or e-mail rsvpwashington@neimanmarcus.com to RSVP.
Thursday, October 13, to Sunday, October 16
Jim Hjelm’s Occasions line, which offers dresses for bridesmaids, moms, and even wedding guests, will be featured at a trunk show at Hannelore’s in Alexandria. Call 703-549-0387 to schedule an appointment.
Friday, October 14
Get your T-shirts and signs ready! Filene’s Basement’s Running of the Brides sale will be held at Mazza Gallerie, featuring over 1,700 gowns on sale for $249 and up. The doors open at 8 AM, but you’ll need to get there much earlier (some die hards get there the night before) to get a good spot in line. And even if you want to avoid the morning madness, they’ll still be gowns available throughout the day—or you can just watch this space for full coverage of the event. Visit Filene’s Basement’s Web site for more information.
Friday, October 14, to Monday, October 17
All of the newest wedding gowns will make their runway debuts during New York Bridal Market. While “Bridal Fashion Week” is industry only, the Washingtonian wedding team will be at all the shows in full-force, blogging, tweeting, and Facebook-ing all the newest gowns for Washington brides! Stay tuned!
Saturday, October 15
Another event at the Neiman Marcus in Mazza Gallerie! This time, Rebecca Proctor, the creative director of MacKenzie-Childs will appear at a gourmet tea from 12 to 4 PM You’ll receive a gift with a purchase of $200 or more and be able to have your pieces signed by Proctor on site. Call 202-966-9700, extension 2436, or email rsvpwashington@neimanmarcus.com to RSVP.
Sunday, October 16
The Hotel Palomar in Arlington is hosting an open house from 1 to 5 PM for couples to preview their wedding space and offering. Admission is free; RSVP by e-mailing Alicia.Minisce@hotelpalomar.com.
Sunday, October 16
The Shagun South Asian Weddings Expo will take place at the Marriott Fairview Park in Falls Church from 11 AM. to 6 PM You’ll meet lots of local vendors, view a fashion show, and have the chance to win discounts and prizes. Admission is free; visit the Shagun Wedding Expo’s Web site for more information.
Wednesday, October 19
The wildly popular metal artist Michael Aram will be on hand at a tea at the Neiman Marcus in Mazza Gallerie from 1 to 5 PM You’ll preview Aram’s new “Sleepy Hollow” collection and enjoy complimentary engraving by the artist, plus receive a gift with a purchase of $150 or more. Call 202-966-9700, extension 2436, or e-mail rsvpwashington@neimanmarcus.com to RSVP.
Do you have a wedding event you’d like us to feature on our calendar? Email kforrest@washingtonian.com!
