Tag Archives: Couture

Just ice the dress!

The newest trend on weddings gowns has officially come over to the Mother of the bride/groom. Bling or bauble, or icing, or  vintage accents etc etc. Whatever you wish to call it, the ladies are loving it. Whether a beaded … Continue reading

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Under New Management?

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If there is one thing that owning a couture fashion salon has taught me—it is that I play a lot of roles. On any given day I am:  a seamstress, a visionary, at times a miracle worker, a confidant, a … Continue reading

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Take it From a Guy: you don’t have to be uncomfortable to look beautiful!

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Sure, there are attractive women wearing attractive clothing, and they do get noticed. But is that the only way to be beautiful? That dress may look good, but watching someone squirm all night and constantly reposition their clothing on their … Continue reading

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Shhh…Wedding Reception Secrets!

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Ever been to a REALLY fun wedding reception? Alternatively have you ever been to a really BAD reception?  I have been to both and they are literally at opposite ends of the spectrum. What made one so much better than … Continue reading

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Save the Date!

Planning a special occasion? Wedding?  Engagement Party?   Bar Mitzvahs?  Black-Tie Event? Charity Event? Events happen year round.  Some special events only come around every so often and are planned fairly far in advance. To avoid conflict with your big day … Continue reading

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We are NOT Kidding Around

Want to stir the proverbial wedding pot? Tell people who you want a “No Children” or an “Adults Only” wedding. The good news is that you may have a few fellow supporters on your side. The unfortunate news is that … Continue reading

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A Queen for a Day

Life is not easy being a Queen.  Keeping a close watch on the Parliament and Prime Minister, passing UK laws and having to decide what to wear to the wedding of the century is a big responsibility. Luckily, in addition … Continue reading

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How Much For That Wedding in the Window?

The average wedding in the United States is now going for around $27,800, according to a recent wedding magazine study. Respectively, Southern California and metropolitan-based weddings, such as New York, are averaging a price tag of $40,000-$50,000. Between the perfect … Continue reading

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SPRING TO LIFE!

What goes around comes around and some of the styles that are hitting us in spring 2011 are no different. Check out Andrea’s Fashions top 4 re-emerging high-fashions that you don’t want to be without in your 2011 spring and … Continue reading

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