Bridal News

Have you wanted to go by CurvyGirls in Fairfax to check out their beautiful line of plus size wedding gowns, but just can’t seem to find the time? Good news - the bridal boutique is now open on Sundays, noon to 5pm. And if you’re a bit of an early bird, you’ll want to take advantage of the store opening at 9am on Saturday. Need to schedule your gown appointment for after work? No problem - CurvyGirls is open until 8pm on Friday.

CurvyGirls Bridal is located on Route 50 near the Fairfax County Parkway. To learn more about the salon, check out their recently revamped website, www.curvygirlsbridal.com, or call 703.539.8777.

CurvyGirls Bridal, located at 3903-M Fair Ridge Drive (just off Route 50 near the Fairfax County Parkway), is making room for the 2013 bridal styles. On Sunday, October 7th, you’ll save 50-75% off hundreds of wedding gowns from top couture designers, along with a tremendous selection of evening/cocktail gowns, bridesmaids, flower girls, headpieces and veils.

No appointments are required for this event, so plan to come early for best selection. Hours are noon to 5pm. To learn more about CurvyGirls and this great sale, call 703.539.8777 and visit www.wherethecurvesare.com.

Alvina Valenta Bridal

Ann’s Boutique in Burke is making way for their new samples, to be featured at upcoming trunk shows, so it’s clearance time in the store. Save 60% on selected samples with hundreds of gowns from which to choose. And make your appointment for one of these upcoming events:

July 27-28: Alvina Valenta Bridal

Aug. 24-25: Watters Bridal and Wtoo collections

Sept. 7-8: Best of Alvina Valenta bridal collections

Dec. 7-8: Alvina Valenta Bridal

Ann’s Boutique is located at 5709 Burke Center Parkway. To schedule your appointment, call 703.250.3100 and visit www.annsboutique.com.

During the month of May, Curvy Girls Bridal is having an Inventory Reduction Sale. They need to make room for all the new gowns coming into the store and this is your chance to save 30-50% on their current sample gowns. You’ll find a super collection from top designers in sizes 12-24. Curvy Girls is located on Route 50 near the Fairfax County Parkway in the Pender Village Center. Call 703.539.8777 to schedule your appointment. And visit www.curvygirlsbridal.com.

CurvyGirls Bridal of Fairfax is giving away a Valentine’s Day Date Night valued at over $500 for you and that special someone. We’re talking limo, dinner for two and an overnight stay at a fantastic hotel. All you have to do to enter for your chance to win is “Like” them on Facebook. If you already “Like” CurvyGirls, you’re already entered. In order to give away this fabulous prize, they need 1200 people to “Like” them by February 1st so start clicking! You’ll find them at www.facebook.com/curvygirlsbridal.

Gilda and her beautiful gowns. Photo by Kazen Safari

One of the most popular wedding day hair & makeup professionals in Northern Virginia is Gilda Sadighi. Gilda and her team have made hundreds and hundred of area brides beautiful, so it seemed only natural for her to take her passion for weddings into the realm of bridal couture.

Located next to her hair & makeup studio at 2304 Gallows Road in Tysons Corner, you’ll find the newly opened Gilda’s Bridal Collection, featuring beautiful couture gowns from European designers. Gilda spent a great deal of time this past summer visiting with designers in Spain and Italy and has put together a one of a kind collection for her new bridal salon.

These fashion forward gowns range from traditional to contemporary, from simple silhouettes to jewel encrusted ball gowns. Clean lines, delicate European laces, hand-stitched embroideries, and sparkling crystals make for a stunning array of gowns.

To schedule your appointment to see these beautiful gowns, call 703.641.8444 and be sure to visit www.gildasbeauty.com.

Don’t stuff yourself too much next week at the Thanksgiving table - you’ll want to check out the Black Friday Sale at CurvyGirls Bridal the day after (Nov. 25). Opening at 6am, the store will feature sample gowns from Maggie Sottero, Sophia Tolli, La Sposa by Pronovias, and Allure priced at $399.99. No appointment is necessary, but you’ll want to get there early for the best selection.

CurvyGirls Bridal is located at Pender Village Center on Route 50 near the Fairfax County Parkway. For more details about the Black Friday Sale, call 703.539.8777 or email ruth@curvygirlsbridal.com.

Winnie Couture at Crystal Bridal Gallery

If you’re looking for a designer wedding gown at a not-so-designer price, you’ll want to make plans to hit the sample sale this weekend (Nov. 18-20) at Crystal Bridal Gallery in Tysons Corner. You’ll find beautiful gowns from Allure, Mori Lee, James Clifford and Winnie Couture 35% to 75% off. The salon also has sample bridesmaids dresses starting at $25.

Crystal Bridal Gallery is located on Tyco Road, just off Route 7 in Tysons Corner. No appointment is necessary for this sale. To learn more, call 703.288.3066 or email info@crystalbridalgallery.com.

Get ready for the opening of the Soliloquy Bridal Couture in Herndon.

Located at 754 Elden Street, Soliloquy is bringing some new design talent to Northern VA. Sarah Seven, Cassandra Bromfield, Bryan K Osburn, LoBoheme and Kevan Hall are just a few of the designers featured by Soliloquy. Salon owner Miariam Liggett will host monthly after-hours sessions led by bridal industry experts and signature appointments for extended, exclusive fittings for the bride and her bridal party. Services include on-site alterations, along with gown cleaning & preservation.

The shop will start with a “soft opening” to get up and running and you can book your appointment through their website. A grand opening champagne celebration is in the planning, so check this blog and the Calendar of Events on www.bridesandweddings.com.

To schedule your appointment, call 571.449.2580 or register online at www.soliloquybridal.com.

On the heels of Fall Bridal Market come trunk shows at area salons. A trunk show is a great opportunity to see and save on the latest fashions. Appointments are a must. Here’s a quick list of upcoming events, along with a big blowout sample sale:

Leesburg Bridal & Tuxedo Super Sample Sale: Now through October 2. Save 20-70% off all discontinued in-stock wedding gowns, along with special discounts on new bridal styles from top designers as well as bridesmaid fashions. Leesburg Bridal is located 707-E East Market Street in Prosperity Center. 703.777.8822.

The Bridal Salon at Macy’s by Demetrios, Tysons Galleria Trunk Show: Sept. 23-25. 15% off all special order bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, all occasion dresses and accessories. 703.902.4330.

Hannelore’s of Olde Town Trunk Show Schedule: Sept. 22-25, Anne Barge; Sept. 22-25, Noir by Lazaro (bridesmaids); Oct. 13-16, Occasions by JLM (bridesmaids); Oct. 28-30, Watters/Wtoo. Hannelore’s is located at 106 North Lee Street in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. 703.549.0387.

Ann’s Boutique Alvina Valenta Bridal Collection Trunk Show: Oct. 14-16. Ann’s Boutique is located at 5705 Burke Center Parkway. 703.250.3100.

A Formal Affair WToo Fall Bridal Collection Trunk Show: Oct. 21-23. See the latest gowns in this beautiful collection and visit with local wedding pros. A Formal Affair is located at 251 West Lee Highway (Route 29) in Warrenton. 540.347.5126.

To keep up with the latest bridal shop news, be sure to visit the Quick Clicks page of www.bridesandweddings.com.