Maybe it was the mild winter, or the cool summer. Or maybe it’s just that time flies when you’re having fun. Whatever it is, it’s September already! Last year at this time, I was putting all the final touches on my wedding planning and preparing to say “I do” to my best friend. We got married on September 27 (click here to see our beautiful wedding photos!), on a sunny Indian Summer day. Time sure has flown by!
It’s been a year and I still haven’t had time to change my name legally, finish our registry or unsubscribe myself from all the bridal lists I’m on. I think I’ll eventually get to the whole name changing thing (let’s face it, Amy Storer-Scalia doesn’t have the most appealing initials), and we’ll definitely get the food processor we fell in love with but no one got us. But I don’t think I’ll get around to unsubscribing to these bridal e-mail lists! I secretly like keeping tabs on the fascinating, ever-changing bridal industry. I love the glamor and uncompromising attention to detail. Everything is polished, pristine, posh and pretty. And even though I already had my special day, a girl can dream… even if it’s just of what I’ll wear to our vow renewal ceremony!
I put together this list for all you chic brides-to-be, Mothers of the Bride, bridesmaids, maids of honor or anyone else out there like me who secretly loves to watch the wedding world from afar.
Something Old…
The 20s made their way back into mainstream fashion over the past few seasons, and now with Pin Me Up Couture, they’re roaring into the wedding scene as well. This line is a sassy local duo that focuses on modern day glamor — with a twist. From classic retro birdcage veils to funky hair pieces these girls know how to make you look and feel fabulous. Pieces are available on Etsy, The Bridal Shop located on Mainstrasse in Covington and they also do custom creations.
Something New…
Folchi’s Formal Wear invites you to enjoy champagne and appetizers while viewing the latest in men’s wedding attire.
When: Tuesday, September 22
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Where: Folchi’s Formal Wear
7344 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236
(513) 891-9930
Register to win five free rentals for your wedding party.
RSVP: ellen@folchisformalwear.com or (513) 231 – 9930
Something Borrowed…
The third annual Bitter Bridesmaid Bash is coming to Covington on Sept. 10! Wear your favorite (or least favorite) retired bridesmaid gown for a pub crawl through Covington’s MainStrasse.
Cost of admission is $10 OR the donation of a bridesmaid gown for Kenzie’s Closet (www.kenziescloset.org) All proceeds benefit Kenzie’s Closet. For more information or to see photos from 2007 and 2008’s Bashes, visit www.the-bridal-studio.com. There will be raffles and silent auctions, a photo booth, discount drink tickets and loads of fun!
For more information or to RSVP info@the-bridal-studio.com.
Something Platinum…
Couture Designer dresses, off the rack, marked down by 75%. Sounds unbelievable, right? Well, believe it or not, it’s happening. “The Platinum Event” – which happens only once a year – will be taking place on Monday, September 21st from 5-8pm. Brides need to RSVP (to European Bridal at 513.821.6505) for the event and space is limited. There will be goodie bags and door prizes for all RSVPed attendees!
Speaking of Weddings…
On Cincy Chic, we’re giving away a $25,000 wedding and a $5,000 makeover to local breast cancer survivors. Click here to learn more and see if you could be the lucky lady to get your matrimony or makeover for free!