Friday, April 30, 2010

Spring Bridal Fashion 2011: Inspirational Designers

Here are a few other favorite designers who push the envelope and make the normal wedding dress an amazing art form, that which including Vera and Reem who were featured in posts prior.

This post features all different shapes and designs from flowing A-frames to minis that could be for a reception dress or for a contemporary ceremony.

The first two are Monique Lhullier, followed by two from Jenny Packham, then Marchesa, and ending with Melissa Sweet. All photos are from Brides.com









Spring Bridal Fashion 2011: Reem Acra

Here are dresses from Reem Acra, if not tied with Vera, then my second favorite. Always feminine, always beautiful. It is impossible to find a Reem Acra you can't fall in love with. All photos are from Brides.com











Spring Bridal Fashion 2011: Vera Wang

Vera Wang who is personally one of my favorite designers for both her Brides designs and her maids, stunned the 2011 Spring Bridal Show with the most romantic dresses of the week.



Wang who is iconic for designing mermaid dresses, took a risk and switched it up this year, and it seems to be paying off. She was the most talked about designer of the week.



Browse these few dresses I pulled from her line and be inspired!
All photos are from Brides.com




Wednesday, April 28, 2010

INTRODUCING...Little White Book

Q: What is Little White Book?


A: Little White Book is a BRIDAL SHOW. But not your mother's bridal show. This show is VERY different. We like to say "We provide everything but the groom".


Q: What does Little White Book do to make their show different?


A: If you have been to a bridal show you know you walk around for hours, sheepishly meeting vendors and trying to find the best products, service, pricing out there. And at the very least finding one who serves in your area. Little White Book has you come to one location, sit down, sip champane, and LISTEN to Whalen Creative Group's prefered vendors (the best of the area) talk about how they can help you with your wedding. Each vendor (i.e. caterer, florist, photographer, etc.) will be able to give their best presentation without having to repeat themselves. They'll have handouts, powerpoints, food tastings and samples. They want to wine and dine you to show you what they are capable of. Because of the smaller setting you get a lot more attention.


Q: What if I want to learn about all the area vendors that are not speaking?
A: At the show you will receive in your swag bag a "little white book". This is a weddding directory that lists all companys that have anything to do with weddings. Whalen Creative Group put this together to make the search easier. This book is only found at a Little White Book show. The purpose of the speakers to help you start a relationship with your vendor and feel connected.

Q: If the vendors are Whalen Creative Group's prefered vendors, are they all really expensive?



A: Not at all, they are all very competitive. And because they are prefered vendors that means you can count on them. A better service of someone you can count on showing up and doing their best is worth it.


Q: Who started Little White Book?


A: Whalen Creative Group, a Wedding Planning company located in Warsaw, Indiana. The owner Grace Whalen has a passion for weddings and even more so a passion to make a brides wedding process stress free and enjoyable. Grace does everything from Reheasal, Ceremony, and Reception decor/design to full coordination the day of the wedding.


Q: Is anyone else involved with Little White Book?
A: The BoatHouse Resturant in Winona Lake, Indiana. They are an integral part of Little White Book, because they will be hosting each event in their newly renovated banquet room. This gorgeous room is used for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, engagement parties, and smaller weddings. Hosting the event their gives brides a hands on view of what the BoatHouse has to offer to their event.



Q: What is your purpose?


A: To give Northern Indiana brides the best of the best vendors handed to them on a silver platter.


Q: When is Little White Book?


A: We are hoping to have the first show early fall so be looking for it!


Q: How often will Little White Book happen?
A: We're going to start small, maybe quartly. We are hoping to eventually do it monthly.



Q: I have most of my vendors, why should I come?
A: Even if you have chosen most of your vendors it will be a great time filled with a lot of inspiration to keep you excited about your special day. Plus, Grace will be giving some priceless planning tips that could help your day flow with ease.

Q: How much will it cost as a bride to attend Little White Book.



A: We don't have an exact amount right now, but definitely not more than $4. Being able to see and talk to between 6 to 10 preferred vendors is worth it.

Q: Who can attend
A: Anyone! Bring your bridesmaids, mom, mother-in-law to be, grandmother. Bring the people who love you and who are just as excited about your day as you are. Little White Book will have laughter, excitement, giveaways, inspiration, and much needed information and tips. The more, the merrier!

We hope to see you in the fall!
- The Little White Book team