Bridal News

Nothing completes the bridal look quite like that right veil and headpiece.  In addition to the currently trendy bird’s nest look, there are many options for your consideration. Here’s a quick style lesson on veil lengths:

Blusher: Worn with informal and semi-formal gowns and great for brides with short hair.

Elbow: You can’t go wrong with this one. Worn with semi-formal and formal gowns.

Cascade: Fingertip: Works well with gowns that have short trains or no trains.

Waltz: Floor length, looks pretty with any dress.

Chapel: Worn with formal gowns. Extends about a foot from the back of the dress.

Cathedral: The most formal of veils, very dramatic. Works with gowns with trains.

To help you find the perfect veil and headpiece to complete your wedding day look, White Swan Bridal has a special sale through March 30th. Mention Brides & Weddings and receive 30% off!

White Swan Bridal is located at 425 Maple Avenue West in Vienna. Hours are Monday-Friday, 11am-7pm and Saturday, 9:30am-5pm. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are always helpful. For more information call 703.255.9032.

Happy Shopping,

Cindie

It’s a New Year and if you have friends or family who’ve recently walked down the aisle, the odds are good that they went to the Washington Bridal Showcase - the area’s largest wedding show.

This January’s show, to be held Sunday, January 31, at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, will offer an amazing assortment of over 250 wedding professionals, tons of giveaways and fashion shows featuring our own local designer Joy Houston, as well as a $99 gown sale by Leesburg Bridal & Tuxedo.

Leesburg Bridal & Tuxedo, located in the Prosperity Shopping Center on Route 7, carries a great variety of bridal gowns from the top designers. It’s time to clear out the current inventory and make way for new styles. And it’s your chance to get the dress of your dreams - starting at only $99!

There will be a wide selection of bridal, special occasion and mother’s dresses available at the one day only event. Dressing rooms will be set up for your convenience.

So stash your cash and get ready to pick up a great deal on a beautiful wedding gown. And while you’re at Bridal Showcase, don’t forget to stop by our booth, pick up the latest edition of Brides & Weddings and register to win a $50 gift certificate from Trousseau.

See you at the show,

Cindie

I checked in on my client Sarah Wiener, owner of Trousseau Ltd., the other day to see what new and neat things she has in her beautiful lingerie and bridal accessory store. Countless brides have been expertly fitted with the proper foundation garments to make their dresses look their best. But Trousseau also has a lot of fun things for the bride and her maids. Here are just a few items Sarah showed me:

The Hanky Panky One Size Fits All Thong. This lovely bit of lingerie, available in regular and low rise, makes a great gift because there’s no guesswork when it comes to size. The bridal thongs feature Swavorski crystals spelling the words Bride, I Do, Bridesmaid and Maid of Honor and are available in white, ivory and pastel colors. There are also thongs without the crystals available in 25 other colors.

Bra Bags & Panty Cases by Brag. To keep your molded cup bra looking, and fitting, its best, store it in a bra bag. The panty case makes a perfect traveling companion.

Classy Bride Racer Back T Shirts. These little shirts are a lot of fun for the bachelorette party. Sarah carries the white racer back T’s with Swavorski crystals spelling the words Bachelorette Party, Bride, Bridesmaid and Maid of Honor.

Haley Hill Designs jewelry. These gorgeous chokers are designed around antique shoe buckles with Swavorski crystals and pearls. Bracelets and earrings complete the look.

Trousseau is located at 306 Maple Avenue West in Vienna. Drop by and see all the wonderful lingerie and bridal accessories. For hours call 703.255.3300 and visit them at www.trousseaultd.com.

Happy Shopping,

Cindie