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January 2020 Wedding Gown Trunk Shows in San Diego

Wednesday, January 1, 2020

(Olvis Lace, courtesy of Archive Bridal) New year, new you? How about new decade, new dresses! That’s what these San Diego wedding dress stores are delivering with trunk shows in January. Jaw-dropping designers gowns by Nicole Spose, Enzoani, Olvis Lace, Rue De …

On the Ninth Day of Christmas: Wedding Gown Trends in 2019/2020

Friday, December 20, 2019

(Photo of Nicole Spose gown, courtesy of Archive Bridal) ‘Tis the season to recollect on a year’s worth of wedding trends and what’s to come after the calendar year ends. To a “12 Days of Christmas” tune, we’re revisiting what big day …

December Events: 5 Wedding Gown Designers in San Diego

Monday, December 2, 2019

(Mikaella Bridal, courtesy of Archive Bridal) ‘Tis the season for wedding gown shopping! And San Diego dress boutiques like Archive Bridal, The Bustle and The White Flower Bridal Boutique are spoiling brides and grooms like ole Saint Nick, stocking up on novel …

5 San Diego Wedding Events in September

Friday, August 30, 2019

(Dreams by Lihi Hod, courtesy of The Dress Theory) September means a dose of both summer and fall—the first day of Autumn isn’t until September 24, after all! So, we’ve rounded up trunk shows and one special event fitting of either season: …

A Flirty Wedding Gown for the Adventurous Bride

Thursday, May 30, 2019

Paulette Khoury, co-owner of Archive Bridal, names the gown and a few accessories that totally encompass her boutique’s individuality. The Archive bride adores a Crystal Noelle gown, especially one with Olvis lace, an amazing stretch lace for the bride who doesn’t sacrifice comfort …

Trunk Shows: 7 Designers Coming to San Diego in March

Friday, March 1, 2019

With spring almost in full swing—and summer and fall weddings soon to ensue—bridal boutiques are stocking up on styles budding with delicate details, swoon-worthy necklines, and, oh yes, accents never-before-seen. Mark your calendars: Archive Bridal, The Bustle, The Dress Theory, and The …

Trunk Shows: 7 Wedding Dress Designers Coming to San Diego in February

Friday, February 1, 2019

Sure, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. But we say give the “I love yous” a rest and instead channel an “I love me… in this dress!” With seven designer styles—even Desiree Hartsock of ABC’s The Bachelorette!—dropping into three dress stores …

Coming into Bloom: Our February/March Cover is Here!

Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Someone pinch us, please. We’ve fully fallen head over heels—er, head over and under florals—for our February/March cover photo, on newsstands now! It’s pulled right from the pages of our “Her Moment” wedding gown shoot, photographed by the talented Carrie McGuire Photography …

Trunk Shows: 5 Wedding Styles Coming to San Diego in January

Tuesday, January 1, 2019

New year, new you? We say new year, new dress! As well as, new designers—even Chantel Lauren in the flesh!—coming to San Diego in trunk shows this month at Archive Bridal, Bridal Showcase, The Bustle Del Mar, and The White Flower Bridal Boutique. …

Trunk Shows: 5 Wedding Styles Coming to San Diego This Month

Saturday, December 1, 2018

Step aside sugarplums. The only vision dancing through our heads is that of Hayley Paige, Pronovias, Enzoani, and other dreamy designer gowns coming to San Diego this month. In time for the holidays—and to check off one big item on your wishlist!—The Dress Theory, …

Trunk Shows: 5 Wedding Designers Coming to San Diego This Month

Wednesday, September 5, 2018

We’ve pared down the hottest accessories, gowns, and designers heading to San Diego for a limited time in trunk shows at The Dress Theory and Archive Bridal in September. Pencil them in! September 7-9 Rue De Seine at The Dress Theory By appointment …

5 Wedding Trends to Watch and Drop in 2018

Wednesday, January 31, 2018

Flower crowns have wilted away. Pastels are no more. Two piece gowns are goners. But fear not, as “out with the old” is always followed by “in with the new.” Metallic and darker hues are having a moment. Flowers are being given …