Check Out Video from the 2010 Bridal Spectacular!

Thank you to LC Media for shooting terrific video footage of the 2010 Bridal Spectaular. This bridal runway fashion show took place at the Allen County Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne and featured beautiful bridal gowns, tuxedos, and attire for the entire wedding party from the Wedding Place. All of the lovely flowers for the girls and guys were provided by One of a Kind Events. And Megasound provided the upbeat runway music selections and MC services for this ever-exciting event.

Click on the link below and check out the video for yourself to see some of the highlights from this crowd-pleasing fashion event!

2010 Bridal Spectacular

Cast Your Vote by July 25th!

Thank you to the many wonderful brides and grooms who nominated Wedding Connection members for the Fort Wayne Newspapers 2010 “Readers’ Pick Best Of” Awards. When you are completing your on-line ballot, please be sure to vote for K&S Travel, One of a Kind Events, Freeman Jewelers, the Wedding Place, the Monogram Shoppe, and Megasound, and others when you are completing your ballot.

 

Before July 25, 2010, simply go on-line to cast your vote at

http://fwnextweb1.fortwayne.com/adv/readerspicksvote/

 

Some members are nominated in multiple categories so feel free to cast your ballot for all of the categories. And be sure to click on “Save Your Vote”! Thank you for supporting the Wedding Connection member with your votes this month!

Would You Blog Just to get a Free Bridal Gown?

From the Wedding Place

If you are interested in blogging about your wedding and are still looking for your dream bridal gown; look no further. Mon Cheri Bridal is giving a few awesome brides a beautiful Mon Cheri Bridal gown (from one of their six designer divisions) in exchange for their commitment to blog about their wedding planning process.

Itsabrideslife.com is the upcoming Mon Cheri Bridal website where a select few brides (DIY, princess, etc) weddings will grace the site. For more details and application, contact the Wedding Place at 260.482.1250. The Wedding Place is Fort Wayne’s only exclusive salon featuring the Mon Cheri Bridal Line.

Wedding-Inspired Art Supports Local Charity

From the Wedding Place

The Wedding Place revealed their creative entry for the ”Arts se la Table” today. The wedding-inspired theme of “New York Nuptials” features a stunning two-piece black taffeta 2Be Gavin Michaels bridal gown. Their table design is accentuated with peacock feathers, breath-taking pearls, and modern metallic designs as well as animal prints.

The Wedding Place was the only bridal salon selected to be a part of the Pi Iota Xi, Inc. sponsored annual charity event. The event takes place at the Fort Wayne Country Club and benefits the Carriage House.

Click here to check out more details about the Wedding Place and their entry in the 2010 “Art of the Table” fund-raiser.

2Be Bride Trunk Show in Fort Wayne

From the Wedding Place

Are you still looking for your dream wedding gown? Look no more as the Wedding Place presents the 2Be Bride Trunk Show that features three distinctive bridal gown collections.

 

Visit the Wedding Place this Friday, May 14th 12pm-5pm and Saturday, May 15th 11am-5pm to select the perfect gown for your wedding day. Special orders are available at 25% off during this special event only.

 

Call 260.482.1250 to reserve your spot to find a gown as exclusive as you are. Check out more gowns from the collections of Isabella Chessari, Elizabeth Darcy, and Gavin Michaels on the 2Be Bride website. 

Classic and Stylish Options for the Mother of the Bride

From the Wedding Place

The Wedding Place is presenting the first Cameron Blake Trunk Show in Fort Wayne, Indiana on Saturday, March 27, 2010. The Cameron Blake Mother’s Collection stands apart from the average mother’s dress. The distinguished styles with lovely draping and lace and beading options makes these designer dresses a must-have for any mother’s wardrobe. Many Cameron Blake gowns include a matching shawl or jacket.

 

Brides, bring your mother’s to the Wedding Place for the first look at these stunning Cameron Blake outfits and see for yourself how your mother will be graced with style and elegance. Mom will be the most stunning hostess at your wedding. Why settle for less? Cameron Blake is available exclusively at the Wedding Place.

 

The Wedding Place is located at 4618 Speedway Drive in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Salon hours on Saturday, March 27^th are 10am-5pm. Private gown viewing times are honored, but not required. Call 260.482.1250 for more details or to schedule an exclusive “try-on” session for your mom.

 

Cameron Blake is similar to the Montage collection and a division of Mon Cheri Bridal. Check out more of the stunning gown selection on-line at CameronBlake.com.

 

Fort Wayne is a Great Place to Get Married!

Open letter to couples displaced by the recent closure of the Fort Wayne Landmark Conference and Reception Centre.

 

Even though the Landmark Conference and Reception Centre is not and has never been a member of the Wedding Connection, our members feel strongly about weddings in the Fort Wayne area. The Wedding Connection members are dedicated to assisting bridal couples in finding alternative locations for their wedding (ceremony and/or reception).

 

Engaged couples who have future events scheduled at the Landmark in Fort Wayne, Indiana, will want to contact these member facilities as soon as possible to verify date availability at their individual locations.

 

Ceruti’s Summit Park

6601 Innovation Drive

Fort Wayne, Indiana

260-207-2000

 

Orchard Ridge Country Club

4531 Lower Huntington Road

Fort Wayne, Indiana

260-747-3117

 

Feel free to contact the Wedding Connection President (June Hoffman of Megasound) if you need additional assistance.

Email: june.hoffman@gmail.com or call 260.402.1533

 

Thank you to all of the Fort Wayne wedding professionals who have stepped forward to help out the brides and grooms who have been affected by this recent closing.

Fort Wayne, Indiana is an awesome place to get married!

Are You Ready to Hit the Beach?

from K&S Travel

Whether you are planning your honeymoon or destination wedding, you need to know all of the facts about selecting a resort that best fits your needs. Mark your wedding planning calendar for Tuesday, March 9, 2010. You are invited for an exciting and informative evening of food, fun, prizes, and INCENTIVES!

Join Kim Caudill of K&S Travel and Sandals/Beaches Representative, Trish Hartlage for this enlightening event. Get all your honeymoon and destination wedding questions answered at one time by experienced planning professionals!

Sandals & Beaches Nights - Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Please RSVP 24 hours Prior to Event

K & S Travel  260-485-0816 or toll free 888-485-0816
kim4honeymoons@aol.com

This presentation begins at 6:00pm and is being held at Bagel Station 3009 E. State Blvd Fort Wayne, Indiana

If you attend the above Caribbean night, you will receive a $250 Spa Credit for any Sandals or Beaches vacation reserved *
              *Must book within 14 days of the event attended and book concierge level or higher to qualify.  Offer may be withdrawn without notice. Registration required to qualify. All resorts are applicable for the resort credit (not applicable Grand Pineapple Resorts and Royal Plantation Collection) and are subject to change without prior notice.

It’s Time to Complete Your Wedding Look

from The Wedding Place Fort Wayne Indiana

The 12th Semi-Annual Veil & Headpiece Extravaganza is this weekend March 6, 2010 What a great way to work on your finishing touches to your bridal look! Get ready to visit the The Wedding Place to top off your bridal ensemble with the hottest headpieces, veils, and jewelry. Call 260.482.1250 for tickets and details for this exciting bridal event (that only takes place two times a year).    Included with each bride’s ticket: -Unbeatable prices on dozens of the newest veil & headpiece designs -Complimentary hair-styling & makeup from Hair, Etc. (the bride only) -Great treats, prizes, and an exclusive bride’s goodie bag!  Event details are as follows:

The Wedding Place 4618 Speedway Drive Fort Wayne, Indiana March 6, 2010 10:00AM-4:00PM Call 260-482-1250 to reserve your spot

Are You Ready for a Cool Bridal Registry?

from the Monogram Shoppe

Bridal Registry is this Saturday at The Monogram Shoppe. 

Instead of registering for wedding gifts that you many not use; come make your bridal registry unique, personal and completely you!

 

Be sure to be one of the first 30 brides to complete your bridal registry and receive a FREE Mariposa Spreader as Monogram Shoppe’s gift to you!

 

 

What wonderful items await you at the Monogram Shoppe? Make gift purchasing easy for your local Fort Wayne family and friends as well as your out of town guests.

 

Great items for your bridal registry:

Julia Knight Entertainment Pieces

Personalized Etched Glassware

M.A. Hadley Pottery

Peggy Karr Glass

Mariposa Serving Pieces

Personalized Picture Frames

Personalized Wedding Platters

and so much, much more!

 

Once your registry set up is completed, your registry can be accessed online through The Monogram Shoppe’s website.  Registry cards available to insert in shower invitations.

 

Please give the Monogram Shoppe a call at 260-436-3138 with any questions about this event.

 

Event Details:

The Monogram Shoppe

Saturday, February 27, 2010 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Covington Plaza * 6410 West Jefferson Boulevard

Fort Wayne, IN

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