Archive for February, 2009

An Evening of Bridal Luxury 2009



Chicago Social Brides is hosting their 3rd annual event at The Four Season in Chicago.  RSVP is required and space is limited.
The evening includes an exclusive runway show featuring Vera Wang 2009 bridal collection, culinary creations from the chefs at The Four Seasons, lavish event decor by Heffernan Morgan and music by Fig Media.
The best [...]

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Elizabeth Fillmore Trunk Show



February 27-28 at Belle Vie Bridal Couture
The Fall 2009 collection will be featured.  Receive 10% off bridal gowns, 15% off bridesmaids gowns and 25% off accessories (when purchased together).
By appointment only
Belle Vie Bridal Couture
34 E Oak Street
Chicago
312.751.2222

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Anatomy of an invitation: Part 1



Many brides get stumped when it comes time to consider and select stationary for their big day.  Most of it is due to the invitation.  I hear the most uncertainty regarding the wording.
So in Anatomy of an Invitation we will be discussing the elements that make up the invitation, wording the invite and postage.
In this [...]

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Vendor Spotlight: Kehoe Designs



Calling Kehoe Designs as a floral designer would be like calling DaVinci a painter.
Kehoe Designs creates a one-of-a-kind experience for the client, whether an intimate wedding on the beach or corporate events made to inspire, Kehoe Designs‘ masterful designers can do anything from floral to custom artwork and graphics.
If you ever have the pleasure of [...]

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Ashyana Banquets
1620 75th Street
Downers Grove, IL 60516
847.428.3320
info@bridalexpochicago.com
www.bridalexpochicago.com
12:00pm – 4:00pm
4 free when you order online and mention BC09
Having attended these shows in the past i can tell you that they offer some amazing vendors.  Plus, you walk away with some great ideas for your event.  Lots of show specials and giveaways. Oh, and a [...]

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5th Annual Hinsdale Wedding Walk



Sunday, February 22, 2009
Downtown Hinsdale – Registration is at the Char Crews
8 Grant Square
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 789-2020
brooke@tyingtheknot.biz
www.hinsdaleweddingresource.com
1 PM – 4 PM
$8 for pre-registered brides, $12 at the door, no charge for guests
See the latest wedding trends & styles at Chicagoland’s favorite bridal event: invitations, gowns, trendy registries, wedding planners, photographers, floral [...]

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Service is as service does



I’m getting out of my wedding planning shoes to write as a consumer. The majority of the wedding industry is made of service providers. As service providers, the job of the vendor is to give you a price on something you can’t touch or see. You do your homework and see that XYZ vendor has [...]

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Primp My Bride!



Adorn Brides, lender of gorgeous jewelry for brides and special occassions is giving away a $10,000 diamond necklace along with hair and makeup to one lucky lady!
For details visit www.primpmybridesweeps.com

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To Have and To Hub



Lettuce Entertain You® is hosting their first annual Bridal Fair on Sunday, February 15th from 12pm-3pm at Hub 51. See how 20 restaurants can make your wedding weekend a hit!
Hub 51
51 W. Hubbard Street
Chicago, IL 60654
RSVP: leye.com/private-dining or 773-907-7332

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Hearts of Fire Bridal Showcase



Airs on Fox39 beginning this Friday!  Full schedule below:
Friday 2/6 2PM
Saturday 2/7 11:30AM
Sunday 2/8 10:30AM
Sunday 2/8 3:30 PM
Monday 2/09 2:30PM
Friday 2/13 2:00 Pm
Saturday 2/14 11:30 AM
Sunday 2/15 10:30 Am
Friday 2/20 2 Pm
Sunday 2/22 11:30 AM

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