Jennifer Hagler, Boise, began her search last spring for the perfect wedding gown - without much luck.
"We considered going to Salt Lake City or Seattle because I couldn't find what I really wanted locally, and the designer dress I originally looked at started at $6,000," Hagler said.
Hagler wanted something original and not off-the-rack - a dress that would be unique in design and reflect her personality and fashion style.
She'd heard about Shera Rowley, a professional seamstress and designer working from her home in Nampa. So she gathered up her photos, bridal magazines and drawings and took them to Rowley, who designed the perfect, form-fitting ivory satin gown with soft chiffon floral accents cascading down the back, she said.
Since then, Rowley decided to open her own shop, and in February SC Bridal debuted in downtown Nampa. "SC" stands for Something Creative.
"Everybody loved my dress because it was unique," Hagler said. "My husband thought it was beautiful and said it was definitely me. It was cool to know that no one else would be wearing the same dress. When you spend that much money you don't want to see your friend wearing it at her wedding."
The cost of Hagler's gown was about $1,000. Most custom designs by Rowley range from $700-$1,200.
Rowley has been working professionally in the bridal industry since graduating in 2000 from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco and has partnered with other dress shops in the past.
"I love the creative energy I feel when I'm working on a dress, and having a retail location lets me be surrounded by beautiful dresses every day," Rowley said. "I work to give the shop a very intimate feel. I keep very limited open hours, using scheduled appointments the rest of the time so a bride can have my full attention while she is in the shop."
In addition to a full custom couture service, SC Bridal offers off-the-rack bridal gowns and accessories from designers such as Casablanca, Jacquelin Exclusive, Eternity Bridal and a custom house label, as well as formal wear for bridesmaids ($100-$175), flower girls ($60-$100) and other occasions. Veils, tiaras, jewelry, shoes, invitations and other wedding accessories are available. Rowley also is developing her own bridal line that she hopes to market throughout the United States.
"On a custom gown, I make my patterns from scratch, according to the bride's measurements. The dress goes through several fittings to ensure it fits perfectly. This often also includes bead work and embroidery," Rowley said. "When I make a custom gown, you will never see another just like it again."
Stephanie Eddy: 377-6481
AROUND THE VALLEY
Matrix Engineering starts up in Boise
A partnership between Douglas Unger, principal engineer, and Christina Sorrels, project manager, has resulted in the formation of Matrix Engineering Inc., a consulting engineering firm, at 950 W. Bannock St., Suite 1124, Boise.
Unger, involved in consulting engineering for 23 years, is a licensed professional engineer in Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Utah. Sorrels, a graduate of BSU's College of Engineering, is preparing to write her professional engineering exam in the next several years. Also joining the firm are Kris Kettelle and Ken King. Both are experienced in design, AutoCAD and document production. Phone: 860-2961.
Idaho First lending office moves to Boise
Idaho First Bank has opened a commercial, professional and small business lending office at 250 S. 5th St., Suite 800, on the top floor of the C.W. Moore Building in Boise. The office previously was in Meridian. A ceremony to celebrate the bank's grand opening will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
The move follows the recent appointment of Don Waniata as the company's Boise president. Among his responsibilities, he will work with CEO Greg Lovell to manage the bank's growth.
Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call 947-0424.
http://www.idahostatesman.com/
Friday, March 14, 2008
Wedding wear
A couple of questions from readers are answered.
I RECEIVED an SOS recently asking me whether I provide any personal tips on fashion. Frankly, fashion is personal. I’ve always believed it’s up to the individual to interpret fashion as she sees it and apply it to herself accordingly. Your judgement is the best judgement.
An example of a modern baju kurung with shortened sleeves and sarong that would be appropriate for a Malay wedding. This is from a previous collection by local designer Rizalman Ibrahim. – File photo
I’ve never been a fan of personal stylists (except for fashion shoots, of course, when they can be so helpful) as there’s nothing worse than seeing clones of yourself around town. Having said that, since this is a fashion column, I can give reader KD a nudge in a certain direction at least about what to wear to a Malay wedding reception in Kuala Lumpur. She gave me some details to work with (age, height, body stats) as well as the theme.
For Malay weddings, I think traditional dress is the best choice unless the invitation states otherwise. Regarding colour, I can’t specifically pinpoint that, as I haven’t seen KD in person, but nobody can go very wrong by choosing either pastels for a fresh and pretty look or bold colours to make a statement with.
If the baju kurung is made from plain material, add embellishment or wear accessories; if the material is floral or print, go easy on the accessories and embroidery. Traditional baju kurung cuts are flattering, while modern kurungs are cut closer to the body and will give you some shape. As for sleeves and necklines, at this point, anything goes. If it’s too much of a hassle to think about whether your sleeves should be long, short, batwing or puffed, go with the original kurung. The same goes for the necklines.
For a kebaya, sulam (traditional embroidery) would be nice paired with a silk sarong. Organza only works if you’re thin, as it has a nasty habit of adding excess kilos by puffing up, so go for soft materials. Loose kebayas look awful, so if you’re going to spend the rest of the night wondering if your butt looks huge or if any love handles are showing, don’t wear a kebaya.
The only time I think shoes and bags should match are when wearing kurungs, otherwise anything strappy and glittery, with a small bag or clutch, will do for all traditional outfits. Never carry day bags or large bags with traditional dress for night functions – this should be an absolute rule!
I personally find the selendang (shawls) irritating. No one seems to know what to do with it, it keeps sliding off the shoulders, and it usually ends up squished into your evening bag halfway through dinner. I don’t know who decided it’s proper to wear it. I think the selendang should only be worn on your head.
And really, it doesn’t matter what the theme or colour of a Malay wedding is. Unless you’re part of the family or entourage, there is no need for you to be in the same colour as the decor. I know some people live by the maxim “fashion before comfort”, but wedding receptions can last for hours, and while it’s fun to upstage someone (let’s face it, wedding receptions are like a fashion parade of the latest traditional outfits, bags and bling), if there’s going to be pain involved, it’s not worth it. (Except if the other woman will be there, then yeah, grit your teeth and go for it!)
Finally, several people have asked me what I mean when I say, “Never pay retail and never explain” in my bio at the bottom of the column.
Never pay retail means that I prefer as much as possible to not pay the amount on the price tag. Why? Because designer items are usually overpriced, and most will go on sale a few weeks or months later. If everything has a price, it stands to reason there will be a better price later or elsewhere, right? Go bargain hunting. Get a discount. Always. How? If not at sales, go to the outlets, either factory or warehouse.
When I say, “Never explain”, I’m talking about style choices. Do you need to explain or justify to anyone why you want to go tribal this season or get a Prada bag with faeries printed on it? These things do not require an explanation. Especially to people who wouldn’t understand.
http://thestar.com.my/
I RECEIVED an SOS recently asking me whether I provide any personal tips on fashion. Frankly, fashion is personal. I’ve always believed it’s up to the individual to interpret fashion as she sees it and apply it to herself accordingly. Your judgement is the best judgement.
An example of a modern baju kurung with shortened sleeves and sarong that would be appropriate for a Malay wedding. This is from a previous collection by local designer Rizalman Ibrahim. – File photo
I’ve never been a fan of personal stylists (except for fashion shoots, of course, when they can be so helpful) as there’s nothing worse than seeing clones of yourself around town. Having said that, since this is a fashion column, I can give reader KD a nudge in a certain direction at least about what to wear to a Malay wedding reception in Kuala Lumpur. She gave me some details to work with (age, height, body stats) as well as the theme.
For Malay weddings, I think traditional dress is the best choice unless the invitation states otherwise. Regarding colour, I can’t specifically pinpoint that, as I haven’t seen KD in person, but nobody can go very wrong by choosing either pastels for a fresh and pretty look or bold colours to make a statement with.
If the baju kurung is made from plain material, add embellishment or wear accessories; if the material is floral or print, go easy on the accessories and embroidery. Traditional baju kurung cuts are flattering, while modern kurungs are cut closer to the body and will give you some shape. As for sleeves and necklines, at this point, anything goes. If it’s too much of a hassle to think about whether your sleeves should be long, short, batwing or puffed, go with the original kurung. The same goes for the necklines.
For a kebaya, sulam (traditional embroidery) would be nice paired with a silk sarong. Organza only works if you’re thin, as it has a nasty habit of adding excess kilos by puffing up, so go for soft materials. Loose kebayas look awful, so if you’re going to spend the rest of the night wondering if your butt looks huge or if any love handles are showing, don’t wear a kebaya.
The only time I think shoes and bags should match are when wearing kurungs, otherwise anything strappy and glittery, with a small bag or clutch, will do for all traditional outfits. Never carry day bags or large bags with traditional dress for night functions – this should be an absolute rule!
I personally find the selendang (shawls) irritating. No one seems to know what to do with it, it keeps sliding off the shoulders, and it usually ends up squished into your evening bag halfway through dinner. I don’t know who decided it’s proper to wear it. I think the selendang should only be worn on your head.
And really, it doesn’t matter what the theme or colour of a Malay wedding is. Unless you’re part of the family or entourage, there is no need for you to be in the same colour as the decor. I know some people live by the maxim “fashion before comfort”, but wedding receptions can last for hours, and while it’s fun to upstage someone (let’s face it, wedding receptions are like a fashion parade of the latest traditional outfits, bags and bling), if there’s going to be pain involved, it’s not worth it. (Except if the other woman will be there, then yeah, grit your teeth and go for it!)
Finally, several people have asked me what I mean when I say, “Never pay retail and never explain” in my bio at the bottom of the column.
Never pay retail means that I prefer as much as possible to not pay the amount on the price tag. Why? Because designer items are usually overpriced, and most will go on sale a few weeks or months later. If everything has a price, it stands to reason there will be a better price later or elsewhere, right? Go bargain hunting. Get a discount. Always. How? If not at sales, go to the outlets, either factory or warehouse.
When I say, “Never explain”, I’m talking about style choices. Do you need to explain or justify to anyone why you want to go tribal this season or get a Prada bag with faeries printed on it? These things do not require an explanation. Especially to people who wouldn’t understand.
http://thestar.com.my/
Friday, February 8, 2008
BrideToBeAccessories.com - The Largest Selection of Wedding & Bridal Accessories Online
BrideToBeAccessories.com announces their enhanced website featuring wedding and bridal accessories together in one place. Offering great prices on quality products to make planning your wedding easier, Bride To Be Accessories has the largest selection of wedding necessities online. These features, combined with an easy to use, unique online gift registry, will make Bride To Be Accessories your last stop.
Pompano Beach, FL (AffinityWire/PRWEB ) February 1, 2008 -- BrideToBeAccessories.com announces their enhanced website featuring wedding and bridal accessories together in one place. Offering great prices on quality products to make planning your wedding easier, Bride To Be Accessories has the largest selection of wedding necessities online. These features, combined with an easy to use, unique online gift registry, will make Bride To Be Accessories your last stop.
Bride To Be Accessories was started with one thought in mind: to find a way to bring the largest selection of wedding accessories and bridal accessories together in one place. Bridetobeaccessories.com accommodates not only the bridal party, but everyone involved in the wedding, including the guests! They are proud to offer great prices on many different quality bridal accessories, wedding accessories and more to make planning your wedding easier for everyone involved. Your wedding day is a day that should be filled with memories, not worries.
Whether you are shopping for bridal shower decorations, gifts for the bridesmaid and groomsmen, wedding favors and decorations or need ideas for the right theme for your wedding, let Bride To Be Accessories be your last stop.
Bridal Gift Registry:
As times change, many people are looking to the internet to help get through different situations. Bride To Be Accessories offers a gift registry that will allow the bride and groom easy access to many different stores nationwide. The registry allows the bride and groom to register and then the guests are able to view those gifts online, purchase them and have each one shipped either locally or nationally.
The main goal of bridetobeaccessories.com is to help brides find everything they need without the stress of going to many different places but instead be able to shop from the comfort of their own home.
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http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/2/prweb670224.htm
Pompano Beach, FL (AffinityWire/PRWEB ) February 1, 2008 -- BrideToBeAccessories.com announces their enhanced website featuring wedding and bridal accessories together in one place. Offering great prices on quality products to make planning your wedding easier, Bride To Be Accessories has the largest selection of wedding necessities online. These features, combined with an easy to use, unique online gift registry, will make Bride To Be Accessories your last stop.
Bride To Be Accessories was started with one thought in mind: to find a way to bring the largest selection of wedding accessories and bridal accessories together in one place. Bridetobeaccessories.com accommodates not only the bridal party, but everyone involved in the wedding, including the guests! They are proud to offer great prices on many different quality bridal accessories, wedding accessories and more to make planning your wedding easier for everyone involved. Your wedding day is a day that should be filled with memories, not worries.
Whether you are shopping for bridal shower decorations, gifts for the bridesmaid and groomsmen, wedding favors and decorations or need ideas for the right theme for your wedding, let Bride To Be Accessories be your last stop.
Bridal Gift Registry:
As times change, many people are looking to the internet to help get through different situations. Bride To Be Accessories offers a gift registry that will allow the bride and groom easy access to many different stores nationwide. The registry allows the bride and groom to register and then the guests are able to view those gifts online, purchase them and have each one shipped either locally or nationally.
The main goal of bridetobeaccessories.com is to help brides find everything they need without the stress of going to many different places but instead be able to shop from the comfort of their own home.
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http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/2/prweb670224.htm
My Wedding Accents Launches New Online Wedding Supplies Superstore Offering Wedding Favors & Accessories at Discount Prices
My Wedding Accents new website offers convenient one-stop secure shopping for all the wedding essentials a couple needs to make their wedding day complete at discount prices.
Niagara Falls, NY (PRWEB) February 2, 2008 -- My Wedding Accents is proud to announce the debut of their website, www.myweddingaccents.com, which is focused on providing unique and elegant designer wedding favors and wedding accessories to suit any style or budget. My Wedding Accents is a one-stop shop for all the wedding essentials a couple needs to make their wedding day complete, from wedding favors and gifts to invitations and accessories.
"We started the business because we saw a void in the wedding industry when we were shopping for our own wedding. We couldn't find everything we needed in one place and we also had a limited budget, so we were looking for affordable favors and accessories that were still high quality and elegant. We strived to form a website that offers the convenience of having all the essentials needed for a wedding at low, discount prices." -- Owners Kelly and John Mercer
Products on www.myweddingaccents.com include popular designers such as Kate Aspen, Fashion Craft, Hortense B Hewitt and the popular Weddingstar Collection. My Wedding Accents catalog includes an incredible selection of elegant and unique wedding favors and wedding accessories, including many theme collections. My Wedding Accents also carries a complete selection of bridesmaids and groomsmen gifts, bridal jewelry, tiaras and veils, crystal bouquet jewelry, monogram cake toppers, wedding decorations, as well as party favors for other occasions, including baby and bridal showers, Quinceanera and Sweet 16 favors.
My Wedding Accents ships throughout the United States and Canada and there are never any customs/border fees for U.S and Canadian customers. For a complete look at their product line, please visit them online at www.myweddingaccents.com
About MyWeddingAccents.com: leading online retailer of unique wedding and shower favors, bridal party gifts, wedding and bridal accessories, wedding decorations and more at the Lowest Prices - Guaranteed! We offer a diverse collection of wedding party favors and accessories in an array of styles and colors to match all occasions, seasons, themes and events.
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http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/2/prweb669384.htm
Niagara Falls, NY (PRWEB) February 2, 2008 -- My Wedding Accents is proud to announce the debut of their website, www.myweddingaccents.com, which is focused on providing unique and elegant designer wedding favors and wedding accessories to suit any style or budget. My Wedding Accents is a one-stop shop for all the wedding essentials a couple needs to make their wedding day complete, from wedding favors and gifts to invitations and accessories.
"We started the business because we saw a void in the wedding industry when we were shopping for our own wedding. We couldn't find everything we needed in one place and we also had a limited budget, so we were looking for affordable favors and accessories that were still high quality and elegant. We strived to form a website that offers the convenience of having all the essentials needed for a wedding at low, discount prices." -- Owners Kelly and John Mercer
Products on www.myweddingaccents.com include popular designers such as Kate Aspen, Fashion Craft, Hortense B Hewitt and the popular Weddingstar Collection. My Wedding Accents catalog includes an incredible selection of elegant and unique wedding favors and wedding accessories, including many theme collections. My Wedding Accents also carries a complete selection of bridesmaids and groomsmen gifts, bridal jewelry, tiaras and veils, crystal bouquet jewelry, monogram cake toppers, wedding decorations, as well as party favors for other occasions, including baby and bridal showers, Quinceanera and Sweet 16 favors.
My Wedding Accents ships throughout the United States and Canada and there are never any customs/border fees for U.S and Canadian customers. For a complete look at their product line, please visit them online at www.myweddingaccents.com
About MyWeddingAccents.com: leading online retailer of unique wedding and shower favors, bridal party gifts, wedding and bridal accessories, wedding decorations and more at the Lowest Prices - Guaranteed! We offer a diverse collection of wedding party favors and accessories in an array of styles and colors to match all occasions, seasons, themes and events.
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Sunday, January 6, 2008
me2you Wedding Accessories Launch New Website
me2you wedding accessories, today announced the launch of their new website.
(PRWEB) December 15, 2007 -- on December 11th 2007 me2you wedding accessories has launched a brand new customer-focused, interactive website. The site, http://www.me2youweddings.com is designed to provide our customers with a unique range of handmade wedding stationery and wedding favours.
To help our customers achieve a stress free and enjoyable wedding our new website is easy to navigate and to order from. The website offers customers online wedding planning tips and cost cutting tips.
Donna Bellamy the director of me2you wedding accessories says, "As a newly wed myself, I know how stressful it can be to organise a wedding. When I was arranging my wedding I did not find a website that would meet all my individual requirements, this is the sole reason I decided to launch me2you wedding accessories. We understand that the finishing touches of a wedding makes first impressions count."
About me2you wedding accessories
me2you wedding accessories who are based in cardiff, wales offer a fast and friendly service. We can work to an idea, a theme, or a colour scheme and will endeavour to meet all your individual requirements. We specialise in the design and creation of contemporary handmade wedding stationery and favours including order of service, thank you cards, invitations, place cards and save the date cards.
http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2007/12/prweb576541.htm
(PRWEB) December 15, 2007 -- on December 11th 2007 me2you wedding accessories has launched a brand new customer-focused, interactive website. The site, http://www.me2youweddings.com is designed to provide our customers with a unique range of handmade wedding stationery and wedding favours.
To help our customers achieve a stress free and enjoyable wedding our new website is easy to navigate and to order from. The website offers customers online wedding planning tips and cost cutting tips.
Donna Bellamy the director of me2you wedding accessories says, "As a newly wed myself, I know how stressful it can be to organise a wedding. When I was arranging my wedding I did not find a website that would meet all my individual requirements, this is the sole reason I decided to launch me2you wedding accessories. We understand that the finishing touches of a wedding makes first impressions count."
About me2you wedding accessories
me2you wedding accessories who are based in cardiff, wales offer a fast and friendly service. We can work to an idea, a theme, or a colour scheme and will endeavour to meet all your individual requirements. We specialise in the design and creation of contemporary handmade wedding stationery and favours including order of service, thank you cards, invitations, place cards and save the date cards.
http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2007/12/prweb576541.htm
Online Wedding Dress and Bridal Accessories Website Sells For 30 million.
The leading online wedding dress and bridal gown website, BridalOnlineStore.com sold this week for a reported 30 million dollars. New owners plan to expand to brick and mortar bridal shops as well as grow the online side of the business. The owners are bringing a number of new innovative features that will make shopping online for a wedding day dress much easier for brides to be.
Dayton OH (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- The Dot Boom seems to have been only a temporary set back for many online retailers. Online wedding dress and bridal gown retailer http://www.bridalonlinestore.com sold this week for a reported 30 million dollars. They are one of the largest online retailers of Bridal Apparel.
New Owner S. Wells said, "The wedding dress business is a big industry and more and more brides have gone to shopping online for their wedding day gowns." It seems most prefer the huge selection a online store can provide versus a bricks and mortar store. A local wedding shop can not stock as many styles and sizes as a online warehouse.
Women who are getting married also enjoy the fact the the dress they purchase has never been worn or even tried on by another bride. She will be the only woman who has ever worn the wedding dress and this seems to be an important fact.
Price may be the biggest factor when a bride to be decides to shop from her house for her dress. Online retailers tend to be about 30-40% cheaper than buying in a bridal shop. A women can get a designer wedding dress for $99. The online store carries all the accessories that needed for the big day all in one place. Many potential customers don't understand how it works. Don't all wedding dresses have to be fitted? The answer is yes. The online store matches you up with a size that is right for you and your body style. Then you can take it to your seamstress for the final sizing.
Bridal Online Store.com will be offering many new advances in the online industry. Brides To Be can now pay with PayPal, Checks, Credit Cards, Lay-A-Way, and Deferred Billing. With videos of brides in the actual dresses and views of the bridal gowns from 360 degrees, women will now be able to see the wedding dress form every angle before they make the purchase.
Bridal Online Store.com also carries plus sized wedding dresses as well as Mormon and Temple Ready gowns. Wells said, "You can basically buy everything you need in one place with a live customer rep to help you through it all."
http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2007/12/emw576303.htm
Dayton OH (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- The Dot Boom seems to have been only a temporary set back for many online retailers. Online wedding dress and bridal gown retailer http://www.bridalonlinestore.com sold this week for a reported 30 million dollars. They are one of the largest online retailers of Bridal Apparel.
New Owner S. Wells said, "The wedding dress business is a big industry and more and more brides have gone to shopping online for their wedding day gowns." It seems most prefer the huge selection a online store can provide versus a bricks and mortar store. A local wedding shop can not stock as many styles and sizes as a online warehouse.
Women who are getting married also enjoy the fact the the dress they purchase has never been worn or even tried on by another bride. She will be the only woman who has ever worn the wedding dress and this seems to be an important fact.
Price may be the biggest factor when a bride to be decides to shop from her house for her dress. Online retailers tend to be about 30-40% cheaper than buying in a bridal shop. A women can get a designer wedding dress for $99. The online store carries all the accessories that needed for the big day all in one place. Many potential customers don't understand how it works. Don't all wedding dresses have to be fitted? The answer is yes. The online store matches you up with a size that is right for you and your body style. Then you can take it to your seamstress for the final sizing.
Bridal Online Store.com will be offering many new advances in the online industry. Brides To Be can now pay with PayPal, Checks, Credit Cards, Lay-A-Way, and Deferred Billing. With videos of brides in the actual dresses and views of the bridal gowns from 360 degrees, women will now be able to see the wedding dress form every angle before they make the purchase.
Bridal Online Store.com also carries plus sized wedding dresses as well as Mormon and Temple Ready gowns. Wells said, "You can basically buy everything you need in one place with a live customer rep to help you through it all."
http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2007/12/emw576303.htm
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Online Wedding Dress and Bridal Accessories Website Sells For 30 million.
The leading online wedding dress and bridal gown website, BridalOnlineStore.com sold this week for a reported 30 million dollars. New owners plan to expand to brick and mortar bridal shops as well as grow the online side of the business. The owners are bringing a number of new innovative features that will make shopping online for a wedding day dress much easier for brides to be.
Dayton OH (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- The Dot Boom seems to have been only a temporary set back for many online retailers. Online wedding dress and bridal gown retailer http://www.bridalonlinestore.com sold this week for a reported 30 million dollars. They are one of the largest online retailers of Bridal Apparel.
New Owner S. Wells said, "The wedding dress business is a big industry and more and more brides have gone to shopping online for their wedding day gowns." It seems most prefer the huge selection a online store can provide versus a bricks and mortar store. A local wedding shop can not stock as many styles and sizes as a online warehouse.
Women who are getting married also enjoy the fact the the dress they purchase has never been worn or even tried on by another bride. She will be the only woman who has ever worn the wedding dress and this seems to be an important fact.
Price may be the biggest factor when a bride to be decides to shop from her house for her dress. Online retailers tend to be about 30-40% cheaper than buying in a bridal shop. A women can get a designer wedding dress for $99. The online store carries all the accessories that needed for the big day all in one place. Many potential customers don't understand how it works. Don't all wedding dresses have to be fitted? The answer is yes. The online store matches you up with a size that is right for you and your body style. Then you can take it to your seamstress for the final sizing.
Bridal Online Store.com will be offering many new advances in the online industry. Brides To Be can now pay with PayPal, Checks, Credit Cards, Lay-A-Way, and Deferred Billing. With videos of brides in the actual dresses and views of the bridal gowns from 360 degrees, women will now be able to see the wedding dress form every angle before they make the purchase.
Bridal Online Store.com also carries plus sized wedding dresses as well as Mormon and Temple Ready gowns. Wells said, "You can basically buy everything you need in one place with a live customer rep to help you through it all."
http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2007/12/emw576303.htm
Dayton OH (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- The Dot Boom seems to have been only a temporary set back for many online retailers. Online wedding dress and bridal gown retailer http://www.bridalonlinestore.com sold this week for a reported 30 million dollars. They are one of the largest online retailers of Bridal Apparel.
New Owner S. Wells said, "The wedding dress business is a big industry and more and more brides have gone to shopping online for their wedding day gowns." It seems most prefer the huge selection a online store can provide versus a bricks and mortar store. A local wedding shop can not stock as many styles and sizes as a online warehouse.
Women who are getting married also enjoy the fact the the dress they purchase has never been worn or even tried on by another bride. She will be the only woman who has ever worn the wedding dress and this seems to be an important fact.
Price may be the biggest factor when a bride to be decides to shop from her house for her dress. Online retailers tend to be about 30-40% cheaper than buying in a bridal shop. A women can get a designer wedding dress for $99. The online store carries all the accessories that needed for the big day all in one place. Many potential customers don't understand how it works. Don't all wedding dresses have to be fitted? The answer is yes. The online store matches you up with a size that is right for you and your body style. Then you can take it to your seamstress for the final sizing.
Bridal Online Store.com will be offering many new advances in the online industry. Brides To Be can now pay with PayPal, Checks, Credit Cards, Lay-A-Way, and Deferred Billing. With videos of brides in the actual dresses and views of the bridal gowns from 360 degrees, women will now be able to see the wedding dress form every angle before they make the purchase.
Bridal Online Store.com also carries plus sized wedding dresses as well as Mormon and Temple Ready gowns. Wells said, "You can basically buy everything you need in one place with a live customer rep to help you through it all."
http://www.emediawire.com/releases/2007/12/emw576303.htm
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