Mon 13 Feb 2012
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Alyne by Rivini Bridal Collection
Trunk Show: February 17 & 18
You will not see these gowns anywhere else in Charleston, so don’t miss this event!
With amazing designs to flatter any figure, these beautiful & affordable gowns are a must see.
10% discount on all trunk show gowns!
Please call 843.856.2682 to schedule your appointment.
Wed 11 Jan 2012
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We want to give an overdue Thank You!! to Brick Lane Catering.
They were so kind to bring us the yummiest plate of delectable bites over the holidays. Just what we needed to re-energize during a busy shopping day! They also catered our Christmas party, so we got to indulge in their fantastic creations twice during the holiday season!
Beautiful Bites! Clockwise from top left: Clam Ceviche, Clifty Farms Ham - Tapas Style, Tomato Stuffed Panzanella Salad, Meatball Skewer
The team at Brick Lane Catering is focused on providing diverse and customized options along with an outstanding level of service & professionalism.
Lobster Station
Owner and Executive Chef Blair Lima founded Brick Lane Catering after travelling and experiencing the culinary worlds of the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Caribbean. Executive Chef Charlie Giordano has 30 years of experience as a chef, and our dear friend (and former bride!) Christy Roper rounds out the team as their Catering Sales Manager. With 8 years experience as a Catering Director, and then Wedding Planner, brides are in good hands with Christy as their guide!
Smoke Trout Ravioli topped with corn and lobster; Scallops over risotto
Brick Lane’s team will provide you with a unique custom menu created just for you. They believe your wedding day “is the most important day of your life and Brick Lane Catering looks forward to the opportunity to be a part of such a special day as your wedding caterer and by providing you and your guests with an unforgettable Charleston Wedding Catering experience.”
Chocolate Mousee, Red Velvet Dust, Cashew Brittle, & Caramel Sauce
Thank you Brick Lane Catering!!
Wed 30 Nov 2011
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Hello there! We wanted to share just a bit of information on the cleaning & preservation services we offer. We have partnered with the Wedding Gown Preservation Company to assist our brides in having their gowns cleaned & preserved after their wedding day. Just bring your gown in to us, we will send it off, and they will ship it back to you!
The Wedding Gown Preservation Company was founded in 1913, and remains a third generation family owned company. Their cleaning method has been recognized by International Fabric Institute as the best method in the gown preservation industry.
100 Year Guarantee
At the Wedding Gown Preservation Company your gown is professionally cleaned and preserved by their Certified Specialists. In very rare instances, a gown will yellow over a period of time…in the unlikely event that this occurs, the company will reprocess your gown at no additional charge. If they are unable to get out the yellow, your money for the original preservation will be refunded in full.
**Note: store your gown in a cool, dry area! NEVER store in attic or basement!!
Preservation Process
1. First thing when your wedding gown arrives, it is checked in and then thoroughly inspected for stains and repairs.
2. Your gown is then hand cleaned along the hem, neckline and underarms.
3. Stains and spots are specifically treated to gently remove them from your gown. Any “sugar” stains are specially treated.
4. Your wedding gown is then individually cleaned, including our exclusive process to keep your gown from yellowing.
5. A thorough re-inspection then takes place. If any problems remain the gown is re-cleaned.
6. Any needed repairs are made.
7. Your gown is then individually hand pressed.
8. The gown’s bodice is shaped and put on an acid-free bust form for display.
9. The bodice and skirt are layered with acid free tissue paper.
10. Your gown is then carefully placed in an acid free windowed display box and completely sealed to keep out insects and humidity.
11. The display box is placed inside a white storage box and then both of these boxes are placed in a protective shipping box and shipped pre-paid to you via UPS.
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Please give us a call if we can help you with preserving your wedding gown!
843.856.2682
Fri 18 Nov 2011
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One of our own is featured on Brides.com!! Emily just recently joined our team as a bridal consultant. We are thrilled to have her working with us, and just as thrilled to see that Brides.com chose to feature her wedding!
Thu 17 Nov 2011
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April 9, 2011
Monica was truly one of the most kind and excited brides we have seen this year! She even had the most adorable cookies made for each of her bridesmaids when she asked them to be part of her wedding. I think this photo sums up her emotion perfectly….
Thank you, Monica, for letting us share in your special day!! Her beautiful photos were done by Carolina Photosmith, and more are posted to our Facebook page.
Enjoy!
Mon 14 Nov 2011
Laura Chapman Beacham
May 28, 2011
I love this photo of Laura…what a joyful bride! This image captures the emotion I hope every bride feels on her wedding day. Shannon Michele did an amazing job (as usual) and more are posted to our Facebook page.
We hope you enjoy them!
Fri 11 Nov 2011
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Kristina Dawson Snipes
May 7, 2011
We just posted several of Kristina’s photos to our Facebook page…Shannon Michele captured some beautiful images!! This was one of my favorites, something about the church door and the light spilling in makes it feel like such a classic bridal image.
Enjoy!
Fri 4 Nov 2011
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Amazing new accessories from Desla Couture!!! This collection was potentially the best find at bridal market…just had to share a small taste of what’s to come. I also created a Pinterest board: http://pinterest.com/GownBoutique/amazing-accessories/. Can’t wait to accessorize our brides with these unique pieces!!
www.DeslaCouture.com
Tue 20 Sep 2011
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The moving truck arrived on Friday, and by Sunday we were dusting the glass. This Monday, Sept. 29th was our first day in our new shop, and it was no time before Chloe May was back on her “perch”…snuggled into the seat cushions, ready to greet our brides!
A big THANK YOU to my mother Terri, who single handedly designed our breathtaking new space!!
We are thrilled to be in our new shop at the Belle Hall Shopping Center in Mount Pleasant, and we hope you will come see us! Here is a quick peek at our new digs:
We hope our brides love the new shop too, we look forward to seeing you all there!
~ Terri & Krista ~
Fri 2 Sep 2011
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As South Carolina’s exclusive Amy Kuschel retailer, I think today would be an excellent day to touch on just how lucky we are to have such a fabulous designer in our collection! Here’s the rundown on Amy Kuschel: The line was launched in 1999 and is based in San Francisco! All of the gowns are actually made in San Francisco. To better acquaint ourselves with Amy Kuschel, I asked our rep Hope a few questions… enjoy!
C: We know that all of the gowns are made in San Francisco, how many atelier s do you have in total working on the gowns?
H: Everything we produce is made on the 6th floor of our San Francisco Showroom. We have 10 sewers, a pattern maker and an assistant pattern maker in our production room. They produce everything we ship to our retailers, as well as the gowns we create for our in-house brides.
C: What made Amy decide to manufacture her gowns in the U.S. instead of overseas?
H: Amy began her quest to provide quality, couture wedding gowns at a reasonable price-point 11 years ago, after designing her own wedding gown. Paving the way for the discriminating bride with her “Clever Couture” concept has allowed Amy to offer exquisitely made gowns at a great price, without sacrificing quality. Producing garments not only in the United States, but more specifically within our San Francisco production room, allows great control over our process to ensure every bride experiences a beautifully, well-crafted dress on her special day!
C: How many retailers do you have in total and how do you decide who is fortunate enough to carry the line?
H: There are currently 31 independent retailers across the United States and Canada who carry the Amy Kuschel line. We work closely with our stores to ensure brides are provided the Amy Kuschel experience, even if not shopping in our San Francisco flagship salon. We choose full service salons that offer brides-to-be exceptional customer service and ensure each bride’s gown purchasing experience is fondly remembered.
C: How many collections does Amy Kuschel come out with per year & why?
H: Amy Kuschel Bride produces one collection per year, showing in October. Because of the couture nature of our business, we find it much more critical to produce well-crafted wedding gowns in luxurious fabrics with one collection per year, allowing us to tweak each dress to perfection.
So what do ya’ll think? Do you love Amy Kuschel as much as I do? If so, stop in and make an appointment today to try on her gowns!
Happy Planning!
Xx,
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