Monday, June 29, 2009

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Saturday, May 23, 2009

Brides, Can You Spare $20,000 for a Dress?


Elizabeth Fillmore puts on a brave face in a shrinking economy. Despite near double digit unemployment nationwide, she's offering a style named "Medea" for a meer $19,580.  

Color me "cheap," but there have to be better uses for $20K - an African safari or co-sponsorship of a Habitat for Humanity house, perhaps? 

Oh well, "chacun a son gout," which is how the French say, whatever floats your wakeboard boat. 




For designer wedding gowns that work within real-world budgets, visit Scarlett's Closet. 






Monday, April 13, 2009

Iconic Brides, Revisited

As Bridal Fashion Week kicks off, The Daily Beast celebrates iconic gowns—from Bianca Jagger’s revealing YSL tuxedo to Princess Diana’s 25-foot train.

The onset of spring signals wedding season; or, the time of year when brides to be abound. The biannual Bridal Fashion Week is currently taking place in New York, where designers like Carolina Herrera and Douglas Hannant are showcasing their latest aisle-ready ensembles.

So, in honor of the one occasion where sartorial frugality goes out the window and all eyes are on the bride, we’ve assembled a gallery of the most iconic wedding dresses past and present (head-to-toe white and pink haute couture included).



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H/T: Alisa Gould-Simon

Sunday, March 29, 2009

The Best Sale Ever in Scarlett's Closet

Hi there, happy spring! Along with temperate weather comes huge savings on our entire inventory. My boss says "too many dresses in our warehouse, sell, sell, sell." So all couture bridal dresses by the world's most famous designers have been drastically marked down as much as 70 percent!

Here are just a few examples.

Reem Acra Bridal Dress ~Grace~ Ivory Silk Price $1,197.00 You Save: $2,793.00

Amsale Bridal Dress ~Style A462~ Ivory Price $900.00 You Save: $2,100.00

Angelina Faccenda Bridal Dress ~Style 1005~ Natural Price $448.50 You Save: $1,046.50

Christos Bridal Dress ~ Style 3016 ~ Ivory Net Price $924.00 You Save: $2,156.00

Quality, price, in stock - these styles are to die for and these prices are an absolute steal!

Take me to Couture Bridal Dresses

But wait! There's more. Sensational one of a kind formals by Jordan, Watters, Alyce and other popular designers are new in our inventory. Enjoy super savings on these evening dresses and party dresses too.

Jordan Bridesmaid Dress 603 Brown Price $79.00 You Save: $81.00

Wtoo by Watters Bridesmaid Dress 185 Green Price $113.00 You Save: $112.00

Alyce Designs Bridesmaid Dress 1126 Rose Pink Price $89.00 You Save: $86.00

Don't let the "bridesmaid" tag fool you. These gorgeous gowns are not just inexpensive, they're HOT!

Take me to Bridesmaid Dresses

Think spring. Think prom. Think short, sassy and darling party dresses that take his breath away. (And don't break your budget.)

Antonio Castelli Prom Short Party Dress J98601 Black Price $80.00 You Save: $120.00

Mori Lee Party Dress Style 733 Teal Blue Price $64.00 You Save: $96.00

Wtoo by Watters Bridesmaid Dress 256 Chocolate Price $113.00 You Save: $112.00

Take me to Party Dresses

And last, but never least, mamma mia have we got mother of the bride dresses for you. They are so spectacular, they will (almost )steal the show.

Caterina Mother of the Bride Style 3000 Navy Price $108.00 You Save: $132.00

Jade 7771A Black Crepe Mother of the Bride Price $99.00 You Save: $257.00

Montage 16940 White Mother of the Bride Price $200.09 You Save: $304.91

Cameron Blake 13660 Champagne Mother of the Bride Price $132.30 You Save: $245.70

Take me to dresses for the Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom

Fabulous fashion. Superior quality. Shockingly low prices. Our customers enjoy great deals every day, but this? This is our BEST SALE EVER! Scarlett would be so proud.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Update: Matthew Christopher Launches 2009 Collection



Matthew Christopher's vision for couture wedding dresses was influenced by pictures in bridal magazines at the local market in Iowa. Now a resident of New York City, Matthew Christopher proves that modest roots can grow great talent.

"I have always enjoyed meeting brides to be and hearing their plans and visions. Their stories have inspired my designs and the excitement in their faces when they first see themselves in the bridal dress of their dreams is matched by my own."

More about Matthew Christopher.

Matthew Christopher loves women. More important, he loves brides. This shows in the elegant, classical and magical bridal fashion he has just launched in his 2009 Bridal Collection.

Have a look.

Friday, February 13, 2009

Is the Bad News Economy Affecting Your Wedding Plans?

If the answer is "yes," you're not alone. Eileen Connelly, AP Financial Writer, reports that many couples are postponing or scaling down their wedding plans due to recession pressures.

Dream weddings get caught up in economic nightmare


NEW YORK — Maria Ayson and Nolan Green Jr. should be married by now.

The couple set a date, picked their reception hall, bought the dress, booked the photographer and ordered the cake for a Saturday last August. Then came the bad news.

"When he got laid off, we were kind of caught with our pants down," said Ayson.

Rather than trying to plan a wedding while Green was looking for a new job in electronics retailing, the couple decided to push their date back a whole year. Ayson said putting off the "was the best thing for our sanity and for ourselves." Especially since his new job forced a move to Los Angeles, while she remained in San Francisco.

The delay until Aug. 9, 2009, also gave them time to rethink their wedding plans and try to find ways to scale back the party, without sacrificing on the celebration.

That's a step that countless couples are taking, as economic reality confronts one of consumer culture's most cherished institutions, the dream wedding.



Read it

Monday, February 9, 2009

NEWS FLASH: Amsale Little White Dress Event


Amsale Presents The Little White Dress Event


Please join us for an evening of fun, festivities and shopping as we unveil Amsale's newest collection of The Little White Dress!

Date: Thursday, February 12th, 2009

Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Place: Amsale Flagship Salon 625 Madison Avenue 2nd Floor

RSVP: 212.583.1700

Receive 10% off your purchase of 1 LWD (Little White Dress)

Receive 15% off a purchase of 2 or more LWD's

Wear Your Own LBD (Little Black Dress) and receive a gift from us!

We look forward to seeing you!

Thank you,
Amsale

Amsale Fall 09 Collection