From Our Consultants

Wedding Gowns 101: Where do I Start?

October 13, 2009
Once you have the ring it is time to start your bridal gown research. Start by purchasing a magazine or flipping through gown pictures on the internet. Rip out or print gowns that interest you even if you do not like everything about the gown. Be open minded. You will not know how they will [...]

Ways to Relax Before Your Big Day

October 6, 2009
Wedding planning can be a hectic and busy time for anyone. If you are like most brides your life keeps you more than busy with work, family and any number of other activities. If you are playing both the part of the bride and the wedding planner, stress can soon creep up on you. In [...]

But I can find it cheaper online…

September 28, 2009
These days hunting for a bargain has never been easier.  It’s simple, find what you want in a store, then google it and find it cheaper online.  Well, that may work for a book or car stereo, but a wedding gown?!  What you see online might not be what you get.  Here’s what those cheap [...]

Found the Perfect Dress but your Wedding is a Year Away?

September 23, 2009
Just go for it! Your wedding dress plays a huge role in the bearing of your wedding. From the invitations to the cake, the style of your gown will resonate with the style of your big day. Once you’ve purchased your gown, you know which colors, fabrics, and details will match your dress and you [...]

Bridesmaidzilla!!

September 1, 2009
This week I encountered a bride who was facing a bridesmaid mutiny. All of the bridesmaids do not like the bridesmaid gown that was chosen and purchased for the wedding. One of the bridesmaids is even refusing to be in the wedding if she has to wear the dress. Whaaaat? Seriously, this day is about [...]

Have you had a good experience at Charlotte’s?

July 21, 2009
As I am writing this, I admit I am a bit frustrated at some recent reviews I have read about Charlotte’s on Citysearch. I started working at Charlotte’s Weddings over 4 years ago. Since that time I have taken several breaks for various reasons, including giving birth to and taking care of my beautiful little [...]

What if I only have $500?

July 13, 2009
The current state of the economy got me thinking about budgets and what I would do personally if I had $500 to spend on looking the part of the bride. Can it be done? I am not talking about just the dress, but all the bits and pieces that go with a wedding gown. It [...]

Doggie Wedding Wear!

June 15, 2009
Passionate about your puppy being in your wedding but are unsure of how to incorporate them and what to put them in?  Well, here are some fun and cute tips to keep your pooch fashion savvy for your special day! You can’t always have the dog that is trained to walk down the wedding isle [...]

Finding Inspiration!

June 9, 2009
So, you’re engaged….now what?  If you’re like many soon to be brides your wedding day is an event that you’ve imagined for some time.  It’s a day you hope to be as unique and original as you and your future hubby.  The key to originality is finding inspiration in things you love.  Here are a [...]

Gifts for Your Ladies

June 5, 2009
Along with some modern customs for brides to wear or carry “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue,” is the custom to gift your bridesmaids. Gift giving is always fun, but can be challenging to find something that fits each bridesmaid, their style & personality and have it represent your wedding. Below I have [...]