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  1. It's in the bag

    Speaking of de-stressing, let's talk about the honeymoon (hurray!). It's a time to let loose and enjoy. And sometimes it's good to let people (flight attendants, hotel staff or anyone who can give upgrades) know you're on your honeymoon. That's why Maritza De La Guardia, a local stylist, created the Honeymoon Bag... read more
    October 12, 2007 4:04 AM

  2. It's in the bag

    Speaking of de-stressing, let's talk about the honeymoon (hurray!). It's a time to let loose and enjoy. And sometimes it's good to let people (flight attendants, hotel staff or anyone who can give upgrades) know you're on your honeymoon. That's why Maritza De La Guardia, a local stylist, created the Honeymoon Bag... read more
    October 12, 2007 4:04 AM

  3. It's all about the details

    If you're a super smart shopper, you might head to Macy's on State Street to preview the merchandise before the sample sale madness. Here's another reason to drop by in early December—representatives from Toni Federici bridal accessories ... read more
    November 28, 2007 10:00 AM

  4. It's all about the details

    If you're a super smart shopper, you might head to Macy's on State Street to preview the merchandise before the sample sale madness. Here's another reason to drop by in early December—representatives from Toni Federici bridal accessories... read more
    November 28, 2007 10:00 AM

  5. More buzz-worthy bargains

    Keep those calendars open bride-to-bes because there are more bargains to be had. Local couture designer Elda De La Rosa will hold her own sample sale Friday, Dec. 7 from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at her atelier in Edgewater at 5555 N. Sheridan Road.... read more
    November 29, 2007 10:00 AM

  6. More buzz-worthy bargains

    Keep those calendars open bride-to-bes because there are more bargains to be had. Local couture designer Elda De La Rosa will hold her own sample sale Friday, Dec. 7 from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at her atelier in Edgewater at 5555 N. Sheridan Road.... read more
    November 29, 2007 10:00 AM

  7. Nighty-night

    We fully support (no pun intended) the idea of a gift registry at Trousseau on Southport. After all, who wants to get icky lingerie that's too big or too small from well-meaning friends (it gets shoved in a drawer) or even worse, your fiance (now you're in a quandary)?... read more
    February 14, 2008 10:00 AM

  8. Veils 101

    So you can't make it to the event we featured yesterday--Veils & Vino Lori London trunk show at white Chicago bridal boutique? No need to fret. Here's some insider info to help your decision-making process. ... read more
    April 14, 2008 12:57 PM

  9. Unveiled

    Hopefully after all this talk and all these tips about veils (see our past two posts), you've got your game on. If not, Debra Shirley Freelance Milliner at 312-420-1041 can custom design your own creation for an affordable price.... read more
    April 15, 2008 8:05 PM

  10. A buddy indeed

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    When a friend got married in a small town in Italy, the location had its pros and cons. On the plus side, it was big news. The local newspaper ran a story about the American couple and their connection to the village and after their wedding the townspeople celebrated with their own mini parade—pretty cool, huh? On the down side, there was not a dry cleaner to be found. That's when a gizmo like the Steam Buddy comes in handy.... read more
    May 7, 2008 9:33 AM

  11. That left bank look

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    If you'd like to insert a certain je ne sais quoi (I did take a few semesters of French!) into your special day, pay a visit to Left Bank Jewelry on Webster Street in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood. The 1,500-square-foot store, fashioned after a romantic Parisian boutique, boasts an extensive collection of bridal jewelry, wedding-worthy shoes and hand-made veils along with pictures, frames and mirrors... read more
    May 13, 2008 9:04 AM

  12. The g spot

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    If you're looking for some accessories in the romance department, G Boutique is the perfect place to do some inconspicuous browsing. ... read more

    July 3, 2008 9:00 AM

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