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Beverage Options

September 12, 2011
One of the most stressful and expensive parts of your wedding can be the bar at the reception. Do you do a cash bar? Do you just have a champagne toast? Do you cough up for an open bar? One of the trends that we’ve been seeing more and more of lately are hot drinks. [...]

Video Blog – How to Travel with your Dress

September 7, 2011
Is your wedding at an exotic or romantic destination?  Find out how to travel with your wedding gown!

Video Blog – Steam & Press with Charlotte’s Weddings & More

August 30, 2011
Find out how to best care for your gown prior to your big day!

Movie Review: My Best Friend’s Wedding

August 17, 2011
 This month’s movie is My Best Friend’s Wedding, one of my all time favorite wedding movies!  Starring none other than the beautiful Julia Roberts, newcomer (at the time) Cameron Diaz, and the gorgeous Dermot Mulroney, it’s the ultimate chick flick!  I doubt there are many of you out there who haven’t seen this movie, but [...]

Being the Best Shopping Party

August 10, 2011
 Going bridal gown shopping with your sister, best friend, daughter, or soon-to-be-daughter-in-law can be an amazing and fun bonding experience. You get to sit and enjoy while we help your bride explore the wide world of gowns, from the stunningly classic to the slightly hilarious. You can help make her shopping experience joyful, confidence-building, and stress-free. [...]

Video Blog – Sample Sale, Up to 75% Off!

August 1, 2011
Have couture taste, but a modest budget? Bridal Consultant & Manager Suzanne shows just some of the many beautiful designer gowns available at Charlotte’s Sample Sale, going on now through August 20th!

Gown Shopping Etiquette: The More the Merrier?

July 30, 2011
I have had three different types of appointments lately. One where a bride came to her appointment alone, one with only a few people, and one with a big entourage. While some may believe that the more people, the merrier…I have noticed that it tends to be quite the opposite. Too many times I have [...]

Summer Time!

July 25, 2011
Now that it is summer and the weather is finally starting to look nice, all I have on my mind is camping! I am a very outdoorsy girl and love going camping. And I mean the real kind of camping when you make your own spot in the middle of nowhere - none of those assigned [...]

National Dance Day!

July 20, 2011
National Dance Day is this July 30th! NDD promotes health and wellness in all ages and walks of life. Advertised mostly on FOX’s “So You Think You Can Dance” NDD is a great way to have fun with friends and family, and get up and move!  Their website explains: “NATIONAL DANCE DAY, a grassroots initiative [...]

Cupcake Jones

July 19, 2011
Congratulations! You’re engaged! After choosing your dress, the next most important thing to decide on is what to serve at your reception. Located in Northwest Portland, Cupcake Jones offers delicious cupcakes and will set them up in a lovely display just for your wedding reception. Cakes, fillings, icings, and even the garnishes are all made [...]