Pick up your complimentary copy of Brides & Weddings magazine at Northern Virginia jewelers, bridal salons, reception sites, The Registry at Bloomingdale's as well as Borders and Barnes & Noble Bookstores. This page will give you info on the latest events so check here often.
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Upcoming Events .....
| Hannelore's Trunk Shows: Jim Hjelm, Sept. 4-7; Marisa, Sept. 26-28; Rivini, Oct. 3-5; Paloma Blanca, Oct. 10-12; Toni Federici, Nov. 7-9, Anne Barge, Nov. 21-23. Hannelore's is located at 106 N. Lee St. in Old Town Alexandria. To schedule an appointment call 703.549.0387 and visit www.hannelores.com. |
| Washington Bridal Showcase, Sunday, September 7th, Dulles Expo Center. Visit the area's largest bridal fair with over 250 exhibitors. Use the 2 for 1 admission coupon on our homepage and don't forget to stop by our booth and pick up your complimentary copy of Brides & Weddings of Northern Virginia. To order tickets visit www.bridalshowcase.com. |
| Shagun-Hilton Bridal Expo, Sunday, September 7th, Hilton Washington Dulles. See exclusive mandaps, elegant reception stages and the latest in fashions and trends. Food & cake tastings, door prizes & gift bags. Free admission & parking. The Hilton Washington Dulles is located at 13869 Park Center Road in Herndon. For more details call Shagun Weddings at 571.277.7912 or the Hilton Washington Dulles at 703.834.1991. To register viit www.shagunweddings.com. |
| R&R Catering Bridal Tasting, Wednesday, September 17th, 5-8pm, Meridian House, 1630 Crescent Place NW, Washington, DC. Tasting is complimentary, but registration is required. To register visit www.rrcatering.com. |
| Ann's Boutique Fall Trunk Shows: Watters & Watters Bridal, Sept. 18-21; Watters & Watters Bridesmaids, Oct. 3-5; Alvina Valenta Bridesmaids, Oct. 3-5; Jim Hjelm Bridal, Oct. 10-12; Alvina Valenta Bridal, Oct 10-12; Jim Hjelm Bridemaids, Oct. 31-Nov. 2. 10-15% off these Fall 2008 collections. Ann's Boutique is located at 5709 Burke Center Parkway. To schedule your appointment call 703.250.3100. For more details visit www.annsboutique.com. |
Bridal News .....
| White Swan Bridal Celebrates 10th Anniversary. Located at 425 West Maple Avenue in Vienna, White Swan has been offering Northern Virginia brides the latest in elegant couture bridal gowns, as well as evening gowns, bridesmaids, mother of the bride, flowergirl dresses, veils, tiaras, shoes and accessories. Custom made gowns also available. To schedule an appointment call 703.255.9032 or visit www.whiteswanbridal.com. |
| Werner Jewelers celebrates 50 years of business. This family-owned business opened in the Columbia Pike Shopping Center in May of 1957. Originally owned by Werner and Elfriede Stargardt, their son Ralph became the proprietor in 2005. Jewelry design is a specialty and they offer a wide selection of diamonds. Visit them at 5013 Columbia Pike in Arlington or call 703.671.4460. You can find them on the Web at www.wernerjewelersva.com. |
| New bridal salon in Fairfax. Maria's Bridal Designs carries the top designs from Pronovias, San Patrick, Moonlight, Private Label, Cosmobella, Mary's, Forever Yours, Essence of Australia and Jovani, and also specializes in unique, custom-made bridal designs. Maria's Bridal is located at 9858-A Main Street in Fairfax.To schedule an appointment call 703.865.8338 or visit www.mariasbridaldesigns.com. |
| Grandale Farm now available for weddings. If a countryside wedding is your dream, take a look at Grandale Farm. Located just west of Leesburg, Grandale offers a tented venue accommodating up to 200, an assembly hall that holds 80, 30 beautiful acres, pond, stone bridge and old mill walkway, a historic manor house with groom's waiting room and bridal suite, and on-site catering. To schedule your tour call 540.668.6000 or visit www.grandalefarm.com. |
| Waterford Receptions now offers off premise catering. Considering an at-home wedding or looking at an historic site or unique venue that requires a professional caterer? Waterford Receptions can now bring their fine food and service to you with a five hour, open bar reception package starting at $45 per person. For more details call Louis, 703.719.5700 (Springfield) or Chris, 703.352.3200 (Fairfax) or visit www.waterfordreceptions.com. |
| Westin National Harbor Now Open. This waterfront hotel, with breathtaking views of the Potomac and Old Town Alexandria, offers unique and beautifully appointed spaces and can accommodate up to 100 reception guests. To schedule a tour and learn more, call 301.567.3999 or visit www.westinnationalharbor.com. |
| Georgetown Caterers providing exclusive services to Rockledge Mansion. Looking at historic sites for your wedding reception? Consider Rockledge Mansion, located at 440 Mill Street in Occoquan. Georgetown Caterers can provide food and rentals at this truly unique venue. For more details and to tour Rockledge, contact Gloria Rouse at 703.866.1353 or visit www.georgetowncaterers.com. |
| Rust Manor offers permanent tented space. The space features a 40x100' tent with cathedral windowed side walls, four chandeliers, perimeter lights, chairs and tables and can accommodate up to 200 guests. Trees, flowers and the beautiful grounds of Rust Manor surround the Stone Wall Terrace. For more rental details and to tour Rust Manor, contact Jackie Moe at 703.669.0755, email jackie@rustmanorhouse.org or visit www.rustmanorhouse.org. |
| Cakes by Linda in the News. Linda Rothgeb, owner of Cakes by Linda, was recently voted "Best Baker" by Northern Virginia magazine. She was also interviewed in the June 5th edition of the Falls Church News-Press. As a master cake designer, many of Linda's creations include beautiful lace designs in icing and life-like sugar flowers. Cakes by Linda is located in the Falls Church/Tysons Corner area. To schedule a consultation call (703) 893-4782. To view her on line portfolio visit www.cakesbylinda.com. |
| Become a "Fusions Foodie" with cooking classes. Whether you're an experienced cook or new to the kitchen, there's a class for you with Executive Chef James Thompson of Fusions Cuisine. Each class is 2-3 hours. What a great idea for a bridesmaids outing or a new hobby for you and your husband to be! For more details call 703.898.0374 or visit www.fusionscuisine.com. |
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