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Monday, October 31, 2011

SPOOK CHIC

Henley Photography
Every Halloween I pull this deuzey of a photo out of storage and post it.  My 'Eva' gown above got an eerie twist a few years back when we topped off a relatively tame bridal shoot by adding this pink wig (in place of a veil) as well as gloves and, voila! our Goth bride was created.   Actually, this would be a great Halloween wedding idea for the bride who actually is into Goth . . .of course not everyone embraces this idea which makes it all the more original . . .

Photo: Henley Photography
Hair: Kathi Rothkop
Makeup: Rob Ward

Sunday, October 30, 2011

Your 15 Minutes of Bridal Fame - TV Shows looking for REAL brides!

With all the reality shows on TV these days, has the thought ever crossed your mind to actually sign up for one of those shows? I personally like watching the heart felt stories but, you know the bridezilla stories are talked about the most. I saw a posting for an open casting call for a new show and figured I would look into all the shows that are casting - so here are the shows I found - if you have ever signed up (or been on one of these shows) I would really love to see comments on how your experience was!



bridezillas
Do you or someone you know think you have what it takes to be on America's top-rated wedding show?
Are your wedding preparations getting out of control?
Are you struggling with the cooperation of your wedding party, fiancé or in-laws?
Are you doing everything in your power to make sure your wedding day is perfect?
Are you ready to share your story with other women who’ve been or will be in your shoes?
If so, then you are just what we’re looking for!
**BRIDES WILL BE GENEROUSLY COMPENSATED**
To be considered for an episode of Bridezillas please email the below information tocastingbridezillas@gmail.com and someone in the casting department will be in touch to take you through the casting process:
  • BRIDE’S FULL NAME
  • AGE
  • CITY & STATE
  • CONTACT #
  • EMAIL
  • WEDDING DATE
  • WEDDING BUDGET
  • GROOMS FULL NAME
  • TELL US WHAT KIND OF BRIDEZILLA YOU’D BE.
  • DESCRIBE TO US YOUR MOST RECENT BRIDEZILLA MOMENT
  • WHO IS GIVING YOU THE MOST STRESS & WHY?
  • GIVE US YOUR TOP 3 CONCERNS FOR YOUR WEDDING.
*IMPORTANT* DON’T FORGET TO EMAIL US A FEW PHOTOS OF THE ENGAGED COUPLE!!
For any other questions or to apply online, e-mail the Bridezillas Casting Department at castingbridezillas@gmail.com or call 310-717-8666.

new wedding show
Do You Have The Ultimate Wedding Disaster Story?
Did you suffer a wedding disaster that put a damper on your big day? Does your wedding video play like a blooper reel? Do you wish you could do it all over again and have the wedding you originally dreamed of?
WE tv WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU!
WE tv is casting dynamic Los Angeles-area couples who deserve the ultimate DO OVER…a dream wedding celebration planned by acclaimed wedding designer. What happened to ruin your big day? Did your ex show up and object in the middle of your ceremony? Did a storm knock out your power or prevent most of your guests from attending? Were you forced to elope instead of having the great white wedding you dreamed of? If you live in LA and have your disaster caught on tape, you could get a second chance to have your dream wedding!
Contact us today with your story!
212-377-4167
IshTVCasting@gmail.com 
Download Application Here
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my fair wedding
WE tv's hit series My Fair Wedding is casting for Los Angeles brides only! We need brides who are getting married in LA up to November 2011. Sorry no exceptions.
Please send us your information! Casting email is MFW4casting@pilgrimfilms.tv
Include in your email the following:
  • NAME
  • ADDRESS
  • PHONE NUMBER
  • WEDDING DATE / LOCATION
  • GUEST COUNT
  • BRIEF BIO
  • CURRENT PHOTO OF BRIDE/GROOM
Please also include a brief description and/or photos of any existing wedding plans (i.e., Dress, Venue, Decor, Etc.).
E-mail applications to: MFW4casting@pilgrimfilms.tv

rich bride poor bride
Are you engaged or married? If so, you can join us on Rich Bride Poor Bride. We’re lookin g for outspoken, dynamic couples that are open to share their wedding planning experience with us. Simply fill out the questionnaire here.



SAY YES TO THE DRESS: BRIDESMAIDS 
Are you a bride or bridesmaid and want to be on TV? Say Yes to the Dress: Bridesmaidsis casting! To apply, go to www.bridalsbylori.com or send an e-mail tobelles@northsouth.tv. Tell us a little about yourself and why you would like us to film this particular bridesmaids group shopping for dresses.





Are you a plus-size Bride who is ready to find the wedding dress of your dreams? If so, the hit TLC show Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss, wants to hear from you! Big Bliss is filmed at Kleinfeld Bridal, the world's premiere bridal salon - located in NYC. The show follows the journey of plus-size brides as they shop to fulfill their dream dress fantasy for their very special day. If interested, fill out our application, and we'll be contacting you to possibly a film your Say Yes moment! 
Apply online at: www.kleinfeldbridal.com/tlc/index.cfm



We are currently looking for brides getting married in 2012 in the NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY area and the greater PHOENIX/SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA area.Interested in competing for a honeymoon on Four Weddings -- and getting married in 2012? If that's you, please email with details about the date of you big day plans, including the date and the location.
AZ: Email 4WeddingsPhoenix@semisweetproductions.com
NY/NJ: Email 4WeddingsNY@semisweetproductions.com





SAY YES TO THE DRESS 
Are you a bride getting married in this or next year in search of your perfect wedding dress? Find out how to apply for the show.



Friday, October 28, 2011

TODAY YOU'LL FIND ME . . . .

Hey all!  This is my day to talk fashion over on Savvy Scoop Blog.  Today's topic: Soft sculpted chic.  Minimalist brides will love today's post.  In the spirit of legendary Cristobal Balenciaga, these gowns remind me of contemporary versions of those worn by fashion icons Jackie, Audrey and Grace.  Read on to find more inspiration . . . .  



Thursday, October 27, 2011

GREAT EXPECTATIONS

 Some brides are moving into and combining two very important transitions in life, wife and mother all at once. If perchance you are or will be a bride expecting, brace yourself--there are some absolutely gorgeous gowns out there. You'll be impressed to find slick, editorials like these of Mom-to-Be /Brides holding full, rounded tummies. Designers are finally heeding the call for trendy bridal gowns ranging from the most traditional to total ‘edge’.

Maternity dresses are designed with a growing tummy in mind and are cut several inches longer in front.  That means all those great little empires and tents coming off the runway lately won't really work unless you'll be less than five months along in your pregnancy.  
Pomkin

Pomkin
 Catherine Alhinc


 Along with the designers pictured here is a list of others who offer maternity in their collections

Sarah Houston-Maternity bridal and bridesmaid
Maternity Bride-Maternity bridal and couture maternity
Bridal Bumps-UK company with maternity division for bride and bridesmaid

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

We have a WINNER for our Meant To Bee Giveaway!

Thank you all for entering our October giveaway: Meant To Bee! We hit up random.org to choose a winner this morning lucky number #51 came up as the winner!



Stay tuned...because in just a few days we will be announcing our November giveaway - and you won't want to miss it! Kristie, we will be contacting you soon to get your mailing information...Congratulations! :)

***Kristie was the 2nd winner because the first winner never contacted us. Remember guys - you have 3 days to contact me once I send you an email that you won.***


Tuesday, October 25, 2011

SAMPLE SALE TUESDAY

For all you brides on a budget I'm still selling some of the photographic samples. So I know you're asking, 'What the heck is a photographic sample?'  It is a mock up made up just for the photo shoot in materials close to but not yet ready for prime time such as the almost priceless silks in which they are custom ordered by clients. It can also be the original and yummy silk dress I make that is two or three seasons old. In any case your sample will be one-of-a-kind and handmade, have couture techniques like hand-picked zipper and hand-tacked linings no machinery can emulate. Before I sell these gems rest assured they do go through proper refurbishing and cleaning. Fabric samples on request.
 Today's gem is from last season whipped up in an eggshell wool crepe.  Would you wear wool on your wedding day? In summer? 'Priscilla' is the first wool crepe gown to make it into one of my collections. Whenever we think wool, winter wardrobes usually come to mind. Light weight wool crepes and jerseys are actually great fabrics thru spring and summer as long as the silhouettes lend themselves well to drapey fabrics and bare arms and back. And don’t worry, wool breathes well as long as it’s lined in lightweight fabrics like China silk.

Third right photo by Aura O'Brien

Monday, October 24, 2011

STALKING THE LOOK BOOKS: STEPHANIE ALLIN

Stephanie Allin is one of the most original designers today who creates sweet, detailed wearable gowns brides swoon over.  Just the right touch of contemporary, she hints toward at vintage through added details in back treatments, headpieces and her use of lace boleros and overlays . . . These gems are from her, A Fine Romance Collection, gowns I find evocative of 1940s screen sirens meets Flower Child/Waif/ Boho . . .
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Photos courtesy Brides UK

Friday, October 21, 2011

STAY TUNED

Today was the day the Decades editorial was supposed to happen but folks, really, I worked on it all night last night and the night before and it's still like Shubert's Unfinished Symphony--beautiful but still lacking a finale. So I leave you over the weekend with a small preview of a coming attraction I hope will be out sometime next week. Enjoy . . .

Thursday, October 20, 2011

HYBRIDS FOR YOUR HEAD

Wisps of netting, poufs of tulle and fascinating fascinators are just a few of your options for outside the box head chic on your wedding day.  Neither hats nor veils but maybe a little of both, I designed these for brides who want some sort of pouf or veiling while embracing her inner haute chic . . .

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Tis the season...to BAKE!

Do you ever get that feeling that when the weather starts getting cooler you need to turn on your oven and get baking? Maybe it has something to do with all the holidays that come up between October and December. Baking just seems to be on my mind a lot lately. Seeing pictures like this does not help this baking bug I have:



Looks yummy huh? I think seeing all the goodies and gadgets in the stores, now that they all have Christmas displays up months in advance, has something to do with my current baking obsession. I keep seeing all these new baking gadgets too and I REALLY want to try them! Those little mini pies above were made using the Breville Pie Maker, available exclusively through Williams Sonoma for $99.95 (ouch). But, I also saw a mini pie maker from Sunbeam - I think it made 5 mini pies for $29.99 at Target. I can't seem to find that one online though! And there are some books filled with mini pie recipes:



If mini pies aren't your thing, you can find a little gadget for every type of dessert! There are so many I would love to try but, finding storage space for all these gadgets could prove to be a problem...not to mention all the calories from these goodies...but they are mini right??


Babycakes also makes all kinds of plug and bake dessert gadgets. They have the Cake Pop Maker - you can bake 12 cake pops in just minutes, then add sticks and get creative with the icing and decorations:

CP-12

Another recent obsession: pie pops. Love them. And guess what? There's a gadget for that!
PM-16

And this one has to be my favorite: Whoopie Pie maker. I do like these little guys! Babycakes also includes ALL the things you need to make these little heavenly cakes:

WH-24

Are you in the mood to bake yet? Have you ever used any of these gadgets? I would really love some comments on this one! I have the mini cupcake maker and it's just ok. They are quick and fun to make and I am seriously considering purchasing these guys to add to the fun of my holiday baking!