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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 [...]

Race for the Cure 9/20/09!!

September 21, 2009
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure was yesterday September 20, 2009.  It was a beautiful day in Portland and there was a sea of pink.  The race is always an amazing and humbling experience. We loved participating and acknowledging the strong women/men who have battled and won.  And celebrating the lives of those who have [...]

Join Charlotte’s for Race for the Cure 2009

September 20, 2009
For the past several years Charlotte’s Weddings & More has been a proud participant in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. We love being a part of such a great cause. During the 5K co-ed walk we talk, bond and take lots of pictures. Experiencing this event first hand is like no other, [...]

Bridal Market for Spring 2010

September 10, 2009
My manager and I just visited the Las Vegas Bridal Market and we were excited to see some new and unique wedding gowns.  By far Sottero & Midgley have out done themselves.  Their gowns were fashion foward with chunky crystals but still with classic fit and lines.  Ruffled and tiered skirts were extremely popular, as well [...]

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 [...]

MOB's & MOG's…What Shall You Wear?

August 24, 2009
Mother’s of the Bride and Mother’s of the Groom, there is no need to panic when it comes to “What shall I wear to the wedding?” There are so many options today. But you do need some general information before you go shopping. Is the wedding an informal, afternoon, outdoor wedding? Is it a very [...]

Sneak a Peek Before or After the Ceremony?

August 4, 2009
A long time ago it was thought to be bad luck if the groom saw his bride on the day of their wedding.  But as we have seen with many other traditions, things are a changing. What is the benefit for the bride and groom seeing each other before the ceremony? • Some couples feel [...]

Video & Photos from Brides Across America Event!

July 29, 2009
Thanks to Eric of Hybrid Moon for putting together this amazing video from our Brides Across America Event. Also a big thanks to Will of Reversed Len’s Photography for taking some really great photos of the brides. Brides Across America Photos