Weddings

August 2015 Wedding Dress Trunk Shows and Sample Sales in Washington

Nab some deals on designer dresses at these local salon events.

Image courtesy Liancarlo.

Full Bridal Collection Preview for 2016

Visit the boutique to see this local DC designer’s upcoming collection and to learn more about her eco-focused design methods. Elizabeth St. John Atelier, 321 Scott Dr., Silver Spring; 301-204-2663. August 1 through 31.

Curvaceous Couture Anniversary Event

Stop by to shop and celebrate the salon’s anniversary as they celebrate their time as the area’s only boutique catering specifically to curvy brides. Curvaceous Couture. 9130 Red Branch Rd., Suite T, Columbia; 410-740-7052. August 1.

Liancarlo

Try on the timeless, lace-filled collection that’s perfect for the modern, classic-loving bride. Carine’s Bridal Atelier. 1726 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-965-4696. August 6 through 8.

Angel Rivera Couture

Shop the Parsons alumnus’ collection, replete with rich silks and intricate beading, and receive ten percent off your trunk show purchase. Soliloquy Bridal. 754 Elden St., Herndon; 571-449-2580. August 7 through 9.

Bridal Sample Sale

Head to the Potomac salon to shop a wide selection of designer gowns at 30 to 70 percent off. Call ahead to schedule your appointment. Love Couture Bridal. 12500-B Park Potomac Ave., Potomac; 301-610-5683. August 7 through 9.

Blue by Enzoani

Visit the Baltimore salon to try on the sleek A-line and trumpet lace gowns with their perfectly structured bodices and sweetheart necklines. Betsy Robinson’s Bridal Collection, 1848 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore; 410-484-4600. August 7 through 9.

Veil Trends Bridal Veils

Find your gown’s perfect match at this veil trunk show which will feature sleek veils that can be customized to meet your requirements. Soliloquy Bridal. 754 Elden St., Herndon; 571-449-2580. August 7 through 9.

Monique Lhuillier

Check out the endlessly elegant collection of bridal gowns–from her sheer pinks to cutout toppers–at this Georgetown trunk show. Carine’s Bridal Atelier. 1726 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-965-4696. August 13 through 15.

Matthew Christopher

Save on your bridal gown order when you shop this designer’s collection of simple A-line silhouettes. Love Couture Bridal. 12500-B Park Potomac Ave., Potomac; 301-610-5683. August 14 through 16.

Styling Night

Swing by the Georgetown salon for a night of styling your dream dress. Hitched. 1523 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-333-6162. August 20.

Eugenia Couture

Try on the luxe bridal gowns to find your favorite and receive ten percent off your trunk show purchase. Soliloquy Bridal. 754 Elden St., Herndon; 571-449-2580. August 21 through 23.

Essence of Australia and Martina Liana

Check out both sister collections at this weekend trunk show featuring the classic silhouettes with simple embellishments. Betsy Robinson’s Bridal Collection, 1848 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore; 410-484-4600. August 21 through 23.

Hayley Paige

Take a look through the ultra-romantic Fall 2015 collection with its slitted full skirts and lovely illusion lace. Love Couture Bridal. 12500-B Park Potomac Ave., Potomac; 301-610-5683. August 28 through 30.

Associate Editor

Caroline Cunningham joined Washingtonian in 2014 after moving to the DC area from Cincinnati, where she interned and freelanced for Cincinnati Magazine and worked in content marketing. She currently resides in College Park.