Beth Wilson
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Our Local Scout serves up your daily dose of wedding trends and planning tips from Chicago.
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Honeymoons
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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 moreOctober 12, 2007 4:04 AM
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Go strapless, be stress-free
When it comes to strapless gowns (still one of the most popular and flattering wedding dress silhouettes around) Chicago designer Sam Kori George is a master. Inside his corsets, which he builds around a client's figure, he uses ultra flexible spiral boning that actually moves with you and never pokes—even when you're sitting down! His sleek Delaware Street studio houses his luxe ready-to-wear collection and gowns fit for galas but he does craft custom wedding dresses on the side. ... read moreOctober 15, 2007 1:00 AM
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Get lucky . . .
Next week Brides.com teams with "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire" to air a special "Wedding Week" edition Feb. 4 through 8. Engaged couples including one from Chicago, expected to compete on Monday, Feb. 4 btw, will play as a team in the hot seat and will be allowed to discuss questions before agreeing on a "final answer." And you at home can get in on the action by submitting a daily entry Feb. 4 through 8 to win a eight-day trip for two to Fiji, through Brides.com's "Flyaway To Fiji Giveaway." ... read moreFebruary 1, 2008 12:42 AM
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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 moreFebruary 14, 2008 10:00 AM
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