Wedding Planning: Fashion Front

Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011

Glitzy Flip-Flops for Your Long Island Wedding FASHION FRONT

Having an outdoor wedding?  If you’ve been searching around for elegant and fashionable flip-flops for the big day or just after, check these out — they’re adorned with bead-work, pearls and Swarovski crystals.  Prices range from $95-150.  They make bridal party gifts for your girls, too!  For more info, visit FlopsthatRock.com.

Monday, May 23rd, 2011

Royal Wedding Day Looks FASHION FRONT

The royal wedding continues to inspire engaged couples with their wedding planning, but also it’s inspiring how brides will look on their wedding day — from the veil to the wedding gown.  For more on this, take a look at my latest www.Hamptons.com column, “Tying the Knot.”

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Long Island Bridesmaids Dresses FASHION FRONT

Leave it to the Brits to create and popularize a bridesmaids gown that doesn’t look like a typical bridesmaids gown!   Kate Middleton’s sister, Pippa, made headlines of her own at the royal wedding with her gorgeous dress designed and created by Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen.   Fabricated with heavy, ivory satin-based crepe, the cowl neckline [...]

Monday, March 21st, 2011

Oprah, Vera, Wedding Gowns = Meh. FASHION FRONT

I had to chuckle while watching Oprah on Friday.   It was a repeat from September called “Ultimate Wildest Dreams.” Did you see it?   Oprah was making crazy dreams come true! One of the guests was a bride on a budget.  Her fiance was serving in Afghanistan, and she was stuck planning the entire wedding [...]

Thursday, March 3rd, 2011

Sweet Styles for Your Long Island Wedding FASHION FRONT

Bridal Reflections, our favorite bridal salon, was on hand last night at our Sachem Library wedding event.  We chatted about what’s hot in wedding gowns — texture, detail, a little bling, it’s all IN.   As an example, look at these gorgeous gowns by Simone Carvalli.  This designer incorporates the above, plus principles of architecture, all [...]

Friday, February 25th, 2011

Want a Wang? FASHION FRONT

You’re invited to a Vera Wang sample sale!  The sale will offer original gowns (ranging between $3,000 – $18,000)  discounted up to 75% off.   It runs from Sunday, Feb. 27th, 12 – 6 pm to Monday, Feb. 28th, 9 am – 6 pm at Vera Wang Bridal House, 980 Madison Avenue, 3rd Floor (212-628-9898).   Go [...]

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

Bridal Refelctions Trunk Shows FASHION FRONT

Brides, head on over to Bridal Reflections in Massapqeua today and meet one-on-one with Robin from Boutique de Voile — she creates amazing headpieces, veils and hair jewelry.   You’ll receive special pricing but call ahead to make an appointment!  3 Broadway, Massapequa, (516) 795-2222. If you’re in the City today, make an appointment at Bridal [...]

Friday, February 11th, 2011

All-in-One Honeymoon Wardrobe FASHION FRONT

Girls, when it’s time to pack for your honeymoon, have I got a huge, exciting and totally NEW idea for you:   Introducing ChickontheGo, an amazing all-in-one wardrobe in just five pieces! This amazing fashion kit comes with five interchangeable basic pieces in black and white (plus two accessories), which can turn into an endless variation [...]

Thursday, January 20th, 2011

Upcoming Wedding Gown Designer Trunk Show FASHION FRONT

Save-the-date — January 21 – 23rd to save money on your wedding gown and get a preview, straight off the runway, of the new 2011 Ines Di Santo Haute Couture Bridal Collection. Her bridal designs are breathtakingly innovative and luxurious, with contemporary style.  Ines Di Santo’s creations portray a variety of looks and styles, catering [...]

Tuesday, December 14th, 2010

Calling Fashionista Long Island Brides FASHION FRONT

Are you fashionista Long Island bride?  If so, imagine walking into a thrift store only to find gently used designer fashion on the clearance rack.   Well, ladies, there’s a virtual sale going on at Rent the Runway, the designer  dress and accessory rental site, right now.   There are more than 100 styles available for [...]