Oh What a Sale!

Our big wedding dress and accessory sample sale this past weekend featured Somsi Couture and Justine M Couture.   It was such an honor to have their designs in our showroom.  We met so many wonderful brides who found perfect dresses and accessories for their wedding days at unheard of prices.  Thank you to all of you who attended and a big thank you to Somsi, Justine, and Jessica.  Here is a peek at the day….

From L-R:  Somsi Couture’s designs, Bride in Somsi Couture “Renee”, Somsi with bride in Somsi Couture “Tiffney”, Justine M Couture Bridal Earrings, Bridal Styling Specialist – Jessica from Justine M Couture, Somsi w/ “Taryn”.

psst… we may just be having a one week only online sample sale with Justine M Couture and Somsi Couture later this month.  But keep it on the DL.

Tags: discounted bridal jewelry, Justine M Couture, sample sale, sample wedding dresses, somsi couture

Dress of the Week — The “Layered” Edition

Many bridal designers have been trying something a little different in their latest designs. It is the idea of creating textures and dimension with the fabric itself rather than placing beading or appliques on the wedding gowns. This Edgardo Bonilla “Alicia” design is a great example of this. The designer used just two types of fabrics to create an exciting and interesting piece. Edgardo Bonilla used an asymmetrical theme, when designing this gown. You can see this from the empire waist gathered sash to single front pickup and different lengths of cascading layers and ruffles.  As the bride moves, these flowing alternating layers move with her as if to flow around her.

Edgardo Bonilla "Alicia"

Great for both an indoor and outdoor wedding, this seemingly simple gown is not so simple after all. Along with the beautiful combination of ruffles, bows, and sashes, this dress also has fabric covered buttons lining the back of the gown. Dress it up with some jewelry or let it stand on its own. The way you style this gown is all up to you, but do not let this unique design get away.

The gorgeous gown was originally retailed at $4,650. With Encore Bridal you can have this gown for just $2,400, saving you $2,250!

To finish you look try:

Justine M. Couture Champagne and Quartz Hairpins-- $162

Pearl Bauble Bracelet-- $89

Chapel Length Veil with Optional Blusher-- $170

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Introducing the Newest Member of the Encore Bridal Team — Rachel Harvey

We are thrilled to have Rachel as Encore Bridal’s newest member and styling expert.  When you call for a virtual style consultation or come to one of our Open Sunday Style Salons you may just have a chance to meet.  In the meantime, here is a little intro…

Rachel

Before Encore Bridal: I graduated from The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles where I studied Merchandise Product Development. My major covered many aspects of the fashion industry such as fashion design, marketing, trend research, garment construction, styling, and manufacturing.

Why bridal? As far back as I can remember, I have always loved bridal fashion. I would save up my money to buy bridal magazines.  Then, I’d tear out all the dresses and accessories I loved and make collages out of them. Nothing seemed more beautiful than a bride in her dress.

Favorite Designer: Marchesa and Badgley Mischka

Favorite Accessory:  Shoes

Go To Outfit: Black dress and heels

Thing I Can’t Live Without: My Phone

I Like to Splurge On: Shoes

I Like to Save On: Make-up

My Personal Style: Edgy, Urban, and effortless

Favorite Thing about Encore Bridal: I love that Encore Bridal offers high-end designs and quality at an incredible price. I also love the idea that one wedding dress has multiple stories behind it and that Encore Bridal gives back to the community with every sale.

Sample Sale at Encore Bridal August 28th & 29th!

Get ready ladies for our largest sale of the year – August 28th and 29th.  Score a unique wedding dress designed by San Diego based designer, Somsi Couture, at 40% off retail.  Then save again when you finish your look with jewelry, hair pieces and more from the renowned Justine M Couture.   All samples will be sold off the rack.   To make this event sweeter, attendees will have a chance to meet and be styled by Somsi as well as a stylist from Justine M Couture.

Here is a sneak peek at some of the designs you will have a chance to nab at this Sale:

Register Today: www.summersamplesale.eventbrite.com

FIRST 5 BRIDES TO REGISTER RECEIVE A FREE GARTER AT THE EVENT!

When:  Saturday, August 28th from 10am – 2pm &  Sunday, August 29th from 11am – 4pm

Where: Encore Bridal Showroom – 3215 Highland Ave.,  Manhattan Beach, California

Walk-ins welcome. If you would like to try on dresses we highly recommend selecting a scheduled appointment ticket and indicating your desired appointment time.

Tags: bridal jewelry, discounted bridal jewelry, sample sale, wedding dress samples

Video- How to Wear a Circular Cut Birdcage Veil

When Veil Trends designer, Jolene Picone, came to our trunk show back in February, I turned the camera on her.  The first veils I wanted her to demo were  birdcage veils, starting with the circular cut.  She obliged and even showed us a couple of different ways to wear it.  If you’re thinking about wearing a birdcage veil, check out this video…

To find this veil in our e-Boutique:

$90 - ships new

Interested in knowing how to style other birdcage and short veils?  We have several other videos with Jolene to share.  Stay tuned.

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