2010-03-11 12:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE

Designer Collections: Would you wear these dresses on your wedding day?

TAGS: ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, DESIGNER GOWNS, COUTURE WEDDING DRESS, AVANTE GARDE WEDDING GOWN

Last month, when Alexander McQueen tragically passed, the collection he had been working on for Autumn/Winter 2010 was 80% complete. His final collection was recently shown at a small salon in Paris to a select group of fashion insiders and editors.



Alexander McQueen Final Collection Fall/Winter 2010

2010-03-11 07:56:20 by SMARTBRIDE

Honeymoon Series - The Best Beaches and Butlers in the Bahamas

TAGS: HONEYMOON

Look no further - the ultimate beach honeymoon destination has arrived. I'm drooling over the pictures of this former Four Seasons resort turned Sandals exclusive, and debating renewing my 3 year-old vows simply to create an excuse for another honeymoon. Now, all I have to do is convince my husband.


I think he can be persuaded. Once I unveil my in-depth research, there is no way he can decline this all-butler experience. Read on for more of what you can see and do at the Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma. Make sure you take advantage of the amazing deals at the bottom of the article including 65% off, free nights, spa credits and more.



Sandals Emerald Bay Resort Bahamas Honeymoon All Inclusive Butler

2010-03-11 06:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE

The Man Registry: 10 Must-Have Wedding Gifts for Grooms

TAGS: THE MAN REGISTRY, TOP TEN GIFTS FOR GROOMS, WEDDING REGISTRY, GROOMS-TO-BE

Lately, we've been thinking a lot about wedding registries, so this month we'll be providing you with unique registry ideas that we hope you'll find inspiring! We enlisted the help of The Man Registry's Chris Easter in order to provide you with some fun and useful registry items that both grooms and brides can enjoy. Check out The Man Registry's Top 10 list below!


1. Nostalgia Electrics All-League Slider Maker – Tired of going out for sliders and ending up with a stomach ache for the entire next day? With the All-League Slider Grill, you can skip the uber-greasy fast food and prepare your own custom mini-burgers from the comfort of your own home. Pretty nifty if you ask me.


Nostalgia Electrics All-League Slider Maker

2010-03-10 12:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE

SmartBride on Sonoran Living Live!

TAGS: ECO-WEDDING TIPS, GREEN WEDDING, USED WEDDING DRESS

We were so excited to be interviewed on Sonoran Living Live on March 8th, 2010 and chat about ways to say an earth friendly "I do".


With the average wedding producing 400 pounds of garbage and 63 tons of Co2, it's not surprising that we are seeing more and more couples looking to plan a wedding that minimizes resources used and pollution.


During the segment we offered tips to help you have a greener wedding, focusing on your wedding dress, your invitations, flowers and favours. Check out the video of the segment and our tips below, or an extended top 10 list on abc15.com!





2010-03-10 11:45:45 by SMARTBRIDE

Bridal Sale: Two Fabulous Bridal Couture Trunk Shows at White, Toronto!

TAGS: TRUNK SALE, BRIDAL WEAR SALE, ANNE BOWEN, JENNY LEE, WHITE TORONTO, WEDDING GOWN, SPRING SUMMER 2010 COLLECTIONS

This upcoming weekend, Friday March 12 - Saturday March 13, White will be having not one, but two bridal couture shows!


Anne Bowen Collection is bringing sexy back, for two days only! This New York fashion designer brings her red carpet philosophy to bridal wear. If you are looking for a drop-dead glamourous wedding dress then this trunk show is for you!


You can preview Anne Bowen's bridal collection from Friday, March 12 - Saturday, March 13 at White, Toronto in Yorkville!


Anne Bowan Bridal Trunk Show at White

Jenny Lee's Spring 2010 Bridal Collection is also available to preview from Friday, March 12 - Saturday, March 13. Her collection appeals to modern brides seeking a polished look while maintaining an ultra-feminine spirit.


Two Fabulous Bridal shows

To book your appointment for these trunk shows call 416.849.9196. Space is limited. Check out all of the details below!