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Shop Talk
Charlotte’s Weddings Featured on FOX 12 Oregon
April 14, 2010
The Better Portland program on FOX 12 Oregon recently featured a segment on “Wedding Vendors for Under a Grand.” The segment highlighted Northwesterner Georgie Hockett who co-founded the company A Grand Wedding with her husband David after noticing that pricing in the bridal industry was getting a little out of hand. Their company website, www.agrandwedding.com, offers brides and grooms a direct link [...]
Bridal Fabrics 101
April 6, 2010
For most of us, the words “Charmeuse”, “Dupioni” and “Peau de Soie” make us think we are talking about the latest in celebrity baby names. However, when shopping for your wedding gown, knowing that these are actually types of bridal fabrics might come in handy! So here is the “411” on some of the most [...]
The Color Purple!
March 22, 2010
I love the color purple and have loved it since I was twelve years old. I’m obsessed with it. I have one of everything, almost, in some shade of purple. I would even have a purple car and a purple house if I could find the right shade and my husband would like it too. [...]
Successful Portland Bridal Show!!
February 16, 2010
This year’s Portland Bridal Show was buzzing with excitement. Brides were eager to gather information from the hundreds of vendors that were at the show. Eric Newland of Hybrid Moon put together the fashion show video. It’s always fun to see the gowns on live models and on the runway. Contact us for more details [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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
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 [...]
Brides Across America Thank You
July 7, 2009
Today was a fun day at Charlotte’s. We gave away wedding gowns to military brides-to-be. It was such an honor to be able to give each girl the wedding gown of her dreams. Thank you to Eric with Hybrid Moon, Andrea with August Veils and Will with Reversed Lens Photography! Look for pictures and video [...]
