Weddings

October 2015 Wedding Dress Trunk Shows and Sample Sales in Washington

Photograph courtesy Watters.

Inbal Dror

Shop the haute Venice-inspired gowns at this weekend trunk show in Georgetown. Carine’s Bridal Atelier. 1726 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-965-4696. October 15 through 17.

Vera Wang Spring 2016

Preview the latest from Vera Wang, including illusion lace bodices and playful cutouts. The Bridal Salon at Saks Jandel. 5510 Wisconsin Ave.; 301-652-2250. October 15 through 17.

Matthew Christopher

Check out the classic designs from Matthew Christopher, including flattering sweet heart necklines and well-constructed trumpet skirts. Love Couture Bridal. 12500-B Park Potomac Ave., Potomac; 301-610-5683. October 16 through 18.

Amsale

Expect 3D applique over illusion backs and hints of gold among Amsale’s latest masterpieces. Nordstrom Wedding Suite, 8075 Tysons Corner Center, McLean; 703-761-1121. October 20 through November 1.

Oscar de la Renta Spring 2016

Take a sneak peek at the spring designs from this iconic fashion house. The Bridal Salon at Saks Jandel. 5510 Wisconsin Ave.; 301-652-2250. October 22 through 24.

Modern Trousseau

Elegant, classic cuts reign supreme in this collection of lace bridal gowns. Hitched. 1523 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-333-6162. October 23 and 24.

Catherine Deane

Modern, fashion-loving brides will appreciate the designs from Catherine Deane’s lace and satin bodice-filled collection. Garnish Boutique. 1515 Labelle Ave., #3, Towson; 410-321-1406. October 23 through 24.

Angel Rivera

Endless embellishments, dramatic backs, and wide ballgowns await brides who try on Angel Rivera’s designs. Soliloquy Bridal. 754 Elden St., Herndon; 571-449-2580. October 23 through 25.

Watters and Wtoo Bridal and Bridesmaids

Find easy, romantic silhouettes for brides and bridesmaids during this weekend trunk show in Baltimore. Betsy Robinson’s Bridal Collection, 1848 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore; 410-484-4600. October 23 through 25.

Styling Night

Grab your girlfriends for an evening of bridal styling at this local Georgetown boutique. Hitched. 1523 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-333-6162. October 28.

Monique Lhuillier

A bride who loves a bit of color in her gown will appreciate Monique Lhuillier’s lightly colored collection. Carine’s Bridal Atelier. 1726 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-965-4696. October 29 through 31.

Hayley Paige

Romantic and sweet, any bride will love these dreamy, fairytale gowns. Garnish Boutique. 1515 Labelle Ave., #3, Towson; 410-321-1406. October 30 through 31.

Christos Trunk Show

Spaghetti straps re-appeared on the runway with Christos’ collection–along with gorgeous V-necks and lightly embroidered skirts. Hitched. 1523 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-333-6162. October 30 through 31.

Temperley London

Gowns for a bride who isn’t afraid to be more fashion-forward on her wedding day, even if that means wearing a cape of an asymmetric hemline. Lovely Bride. 1632 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-735-0674. October 30 through November 1.

Enzoani Couture

These flattering strapless cuts and A-line skirts are a must-try for any bride looking to find the right silhouette for her shape. Betsy Robinson’s Bridal Collection, 1848 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore; 410-484-4600. October 30 through November 1.

Temperley London

Step into some of the more creative designs for brides today at this weekend trunk show. Lovely Bride. 1632 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-735-0674. October 30 through November 1.

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.