Archive for the ‘Bridal Show’ Category
Wednesday, April 10th, 2013
Photos: Artista/Cordúa Catering
Celebrate spring with tomorrow evening’s ridiculously lavish I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian and you could end up with a second springtime celebration on your hands (and your palate): a $100 dinner for two at Churrascos, Americas or Artista restaurant.
Here’s the scoop: One bride who scoops up her last-minute pre-sale tickets to tomorrow evening’s super-luxe bridal fantasy Happy Hour at downtown Houston’s stunning Corinthian will WIN a $100 gift certificate for dinner for two at the Cordúa restaurant of her choice any time during the month of April. Options include deliciously traditional Churrascos, sophisticated pan-Latin Americas and ultra-romantic Artista—all overseen by renowned executive chef David Cordúa.
As for tomorrow evening’s post-work fête, well—we can’t reveal the gorgie-gorge details, but we can tell you it will be an evening of incredible food, drink, entertainment, bridal couture and design inspiration you shan’t forget. So don’t forget to get your tix!!
TO ENTER TODAY’S GIVEAWAY: 1.) Purchase pre-sale tickets BY 11:59 p.m. TODAY, WED., APRIL 10, to the I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian 2.) If you haven’t yet, *Like* us on Facebook.
That’s it! We’ll notify our randomly selected winner at tomorrow evening’s bash!!
Tags: Cordúa, I Do! Bridal Soiree, The Corinthian
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Monday, April 8th, 2013
Photo: Stefanie Somers
There’s a reason why renowned designer Stefanie Somers is the reigning queen of pageant, prom and performance jewelry: SPARKLE. Nothing catches the light like a dazzling pair of Stefanie Somers earrings—as style-minded, bling-loving brides everywhere are discovering for themselves.
Find out what all the Stefanie Somers fuss is about by WINNING a pair of “Artemis” earrings, retail value $225, from the gorgeous Stefanie Somers Collection just by purchasing your tickets to this Thursday’s intimate and luxuriously relaxing I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian. These spectacular earrings, made by hand with Swarovski elements, feature pavé crystals on the front and back for maximum shine, along with hypoallergenic titanium posts for maximum comfort. They’re the perfect complement to just about any gown style, hairstyle and “I do” moment.
As for the I Do! Bridal Soiree—this Thursday’s after-work cocktail party is a perfect combination of relaxation, VIP treatment, fine food and wine, and absolutely stunning wedding-design inspiration. Mingle with a hand-picked selection of Houston’s most-sought-after wedding experts and vendors on The Corinthian’s mezzanine level, then indulge in incredible food, cocktails, decadent desserts, live entertainment and an interactive fashion show on The Corinthian’s main level. Bring a friend or two and enjoy the pampering you deserve at the most delicious bridal Happy Hour you’ll ever attend.
TO ENTER: 1.) Purchase pre-sale tickets BY 11:59 p.m. TOMORROW, TUES., APRIL 9, to the I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian 2.) *Like* us on Facebook
That’s it! We’ll notify our winner live at Thursday’s event!
Tags: I Do! Bridal Soiree, Stefanie Somers, The Corinthian
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Thursday, April 4th, 2013
Mmmm…Masraff’s! This landmark Houston dining establishment is consistently ranked as one of the city’s finest restaurants—but, honestly, you’ve gotta taste it for yourself. Even better: Taste it for yourself for FREE, by winning today’s one-day-only giveaway.
Yup, one lucky bride who buys her tickets to next Thursday evening’s I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian—the perfect antidote to a whirlwind season of big bridal shows, and just about the most lavish Happy Hour you’ll ever hope to attend—will score a $100 Masraff’s gift certificate, good for a decadent dinner for two. Garlic-seared calamari, caramelized diver scallops, pan-roasted escolar and a perfect filet mignon are just a selection of the impeccably prepared dishes you’ll encounter at this classic Houston seafood-and-steak spot, along with irresistible desserts, fine wines and an ideal environment for dressing up pretty and making goo-goo eyes across the table at your groom-to-be. Aww, you’ve gotta love THAT.
And don’t forget—Masraff’s is also an amazing place to wine and dine special guests for your rehearsal dinner or engagement party. Looking for that incomparable Masraff’s flavor for your wedding? Consider tying the knot at The Wynden, Masraff’s exclusive Tuscan-style venue, where the focus on food is second only to the focus on…YOU!
TO ENTER TODAY’S GIVEAWAY: 1.) Purchase pre-sale tickets BY 11:59 p.m. TODAY, THURS., APRIL 4, to the I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian 2.) *Like* us on Facebook.
That’s it! We’ll notify our randomly selected winner next week!!
Photos: Masraff’s
Tags: I Do! Bridal Soiree, Masraff’s, The Corinthian
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Monday, April 1st, 2013
You don’t need to be a model (or have the body of one) to photograph like one. Not when Joe Cogliandro is behind the camera. The multi-award-winning Houston-based wedding and portrait photographer is creating something of a stir with his sultry, artful boudoir photography, which rivals the finest editorial layouts in the world’s top fashion magazines. The subjects of his gorgeous boudoir shoots? Regular gals—many of them brides-to-be—just like, well…YOU.
Find out just what it feels like to live out your photographic fantasy by WINNING a $600 J. Cogliandro Photography Boudoir Shoot, just by purchasing your I Do! @ The Corinthian tickets by 11:59 p.m. Sunday, April 7! One lucky bride who snaps up her pre-sale tickets to our most exclusive event of the year will find herself the focus of this very special giveaway prize, which includes styling (with help from J. Cogliandro’s warm and friendly female crew), one full hour of photography, and high-resolution files—which you can transform into the most treasured gift your groom-to-be is ever gonna get. For real.
TO ENTER: 1.) Purchase pre-sale tickets by 11:59 p.m. SUN., APRIL 7, to the I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian, where J. Cogliandro Photography will be among the exclusive handful of hand-picked Houston vendors showcased at this stunning evening of cocktails, cuisine and couture event design 2.) *Like* us on Facebook
That’s it! We’ll notify our randomly selected winner next week!!
In the meanwhile, check out these gorgeous J. Cogliandro Photography boudoir images, featuring real, in-the-flesh, regular Houston gals…like you!
Photos: J. Cogliandro Photography
Tags: Boudoir, I Do Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian, J. Cogliandro Photography
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Monday, March 18th, 2013
Photos: Nespresso
Iconic local retailer and wedding-registry fave Kuhl-Linscomb calls Nespresso’s coffee-maker designs “modern and minimal” and the coffee these chic machines produce “absolutely wonderful.” Reviewers @ beloved wedding-registry landmark Williams-Sonoma call Nespresso’s Pixie Espresso Maker “the best,” “the ultimate espresso machine” and “worth every penny.” Naturally, we could not agree more. That’s why we are so thrilled about this week’s delicious Nespresso giveaway!!
Purchase your tickets to the April 11 I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian and you could WIN a fabulous Nespresso Pixie Steel Lines espresso maker AND ultra-handy Nespresso Aeroccino Plus milk frother—almost as perfect a pairing as, well, you and your Mr. Right.
That Nespresso Pixie Steel Lines machine? It’ll sit on your kitchen counter turning out rich, delicious Nespresso coffee in 25 seconds flat, and looking sleek and gorgeous while doing it. Got milk? Pop it into your Nespresso Aeroccino and heat it up or turn it into creamy, yummy foam almost instantaneously. This $329 combo is so compact, you can even take it with you on a weekend getaway!
To enter our Nespresso Pixie Steel Lines & Aeroccino Plus giveaway, simply reserve your tickets to the April 11 I Do! Bridal Soiree—our most sumptuous showcase of the entire year and a MUST ATTEND for luxury-seeking Houston brides—by 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 24. All brides who purchase tickets by entry deadline are automatically entered to win; winner will be notified next week and announced at I Do! @ The Corinthian on April 11.
Good luck, brides—and don’t forget to visit Kuhl-Linscomb and Williams-Sonoma at the I Do! Bridal Soiree. For a full list of exhibitors at our April 11 showcase, click here!
Tags: I Do! Bridal Soiree, Nespresso, The Corinthian
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Monday, March 11th, 2013
What’s better than knowing you’ll be going to the April 11 I Do! Bridal Soiree at The Corinthian? Scoring a $325 bridal shoot from one of Houston’s leading wedding photographers to boot!
Here’s the scoop: Reserve your $25 all-inclusive tickets by 11:59 pm Friday for I Do! @ The Corinthian—our most intimate bridal showcase of the year, featuring an exclusive, hand-picked collection of Houston’s absolute finest wedding experts, in an environment of luxury lounge seating, couture, cocktails and fine cuisine courtesy of Houston’s legendary Jackson and Company—and you are automatically entered to win a $325 bridal shoot by DC Stanley Photography, a Weddings in Houston fave AND an in-demand I Do! @ The Corinthian exhibitor!
All brides who purchase I Do! @ The Corinthian tickets AND “Like” us on Facebook by this Friday, March 15 are entered to win this exclusive prize from DC Stanley Photography (whose ga-ga-gorgeous bridal photography work is featured below); winner announced on Facebook next week.
Good luck, brides…and get ready for a bridal showcase unlike anything you’ve ever experienced!
Photos: DC Stanley Photography
Tags: Bridal Shoot, DC Stanley Photography, I Do! Bridal Soiree, The Corinthian
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Friday, January 25th, 2013
Are you South Asian bride planning a 2013 or 2014 wedding? Then you will NOT want to miss this Sunday’s I Do! Bridal Soiree at the Royal Sonesta. While every I Do! Bridal Soiree features a selection of highly sought vendors who do amazing things for South Asian weddings, this year we’re unveiling new discoveries for brides planning all elements of their multi-day nuptial celebrations.
We’re delighted to welcome South-Asian bridal designer Sameera Faridi, of Poshak Fashion & Style, and Sameera Faridi Design Studio, to Sunday’s show. Known for her sumptuous bridal creations, featuring luxurious fabrics, rich palettes and exquisite detail, Faridi gives Houston’s most discerning South Asian brides a fantastic alternative to traveling overseas to purchase custom bridal attire.
Make sure to visit Faridi (who, besides being an extraordinary designer, is SUCH a doll), then be sure to check out vendors including Flora & Eventi, The Perfect Touch Linens, Plants ’N Petals and Darryl & Co., plus other top-tier Houston design, rental and floral firms offering specialized services for South Asian wedding celebrations. There is something extraordinary for every Houston bride at the I Do! Bridal Soiree, Pre-sale tickets available for $20 online through noon tomorrow; $25 at the door. We can’t wait to meet you!
Photos: NICO Photography
Photos: J. Cogliandro Photography ~ Flowers: Plants ‘n Petals
Photos: Joey T Photography ~ Flowers: P & P Events
Tags: I Do! Bridal Soiree, Indian, Royal Sonesta, South Asian
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Thursday, January 24th, 2013
Sure, this Sunday’s I Do! Bridal Soiree at the Royal Sonesta Houston is all about the tablescapes, the design inspiration, the incredible runway show, the rare chance to meet one-on-one with Houston’s finest wedding talents and talk about your dreams for your big day. But let’s not kid ourselves, lovelies—it’s also about the SWAG! We’re talking gorgeous gift bags for each and every bride, vendor giveaways and overflowing door-prize baskets worth big $.
Oh—and this very special giveaway opportunity: Email us a photo of your beloved engagement ring by midnight tonight, Thursday, Jan.24, along with a short anecdote about how your groom-to-be proposed, and your first and last name. Your submission will be posted in an album on the Weddings in Houston Facebook page, and you will be entered to win an exclusive secret door prize at Sunday’s show!!
Note: You do not do not need to have an active Facebook account to enter or win this drawing; however, your submission will still be included in the album, which you will be able to view online. Also note: You MUST be present to win…so if you enter, be sure to stick around on Sunday until winners are announced!
We look forward to seeing your special ring and hearing about how he asked…and we can’t wait to see you Sunday at I Do!
Tags: Engagement Ring, I Do! Bridal Soiree
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Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013
One thing is certain about the I Do! Bridal Soiree—when those Royal Sonesta Houston doors open on Sunday, Jan. 27, and we pull back the veil on our legendary bridal showcase, you are going to be WOWED. We guarantee it. And the way we guarantee it is by 1.) working our tails off to design, plan and execute the most extraordinary bridal showcase in the country, and 2.) keeping all the juicy details tightly under wraps.
That said, we figure you’d enjoy an itty bitty glimpse at some of the debuts, discoveries and delicious deals you can expect from the fabulous vendors who’ll be featured at I Do! @ Royal Sonesta. So here ya go!
Make sure to visit pro planners Kolby and Angie, who’ll be showing off superb wedding-coordination services from Event Solutions, along with their newest offering: WOW wedding stationery. You could score $1,000 off a full-service or partial Event Solutions planning package, and get 10 percent off your stationery order!
Craving sparkle for your special day? Drop by A Memorable Event and be dazzled by the latest in LED trees and brilliant crystal candelabra, along with yummy “confetti” linens and, even yummier, $500 off your wedding rental package.
And don’t miss your chance to check out Elegant Beginnings, debuting their amazing new line of fabrics, chargers, chairs and chair decor. Book your Elegant Beginnings package by April, and enjoy 10 percent off your order.
Preserve your wedding memories in style with an Elite Wedding Album—featuring unique leathers such as ostrich and tooled leather—debuting from Memories by Maryanne Photography. Book your photo package at the show, and score two 4X6 flush-mount companion albums, perfect for parents or grandparents.
If moving pictures are your passion, you’ll definitely want to check out hot Houston videography studio Elect Film Productions—and enter for your chance to win a $1,000 discount on your wedding-film package.
And just in case you don’t feel quite ready for your close-up, Murillo Plastic Surgery will be displaying its array of cosmetic procedures and treatments—and offering Botox treatments, live, on-site, for $8 per unit! Prefer your procedures a little more private? You can score $200 off your in-facility Botox treatment or snag a free Murillo cosmetic consultation.
These are just a handful of the goodies that will be on hand at I Do! @ Royal Sonesta on Sunday, Jan. 27. Make sure to GET YOUR $20 PRE-SALE TICKETS WHILE THEY ARE STILL AVAILABLE.
Because you can’t win if you’re not in!
Tags: 2013, I Do! Bridal Soiree, Royal Sonesta Houston
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