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New Fashion Collections from Caroline Castigliano, L. Wells Bridal and KYNAH

Despite the many challenges of these times, weddings are still happening. Fortunately, brides have several new fashion choices from the recent collection launches from bridal designers, Caroline Castigliano, L. Wells, and KYNAH.

CAROLINE CASTIGLIANO

Romantic and sensual, the Love Story collection is designed for the modern bride who enjoys the qualities of classic couture fused with modern style.

Stunning laces and tailored silhouettes create show-stopping pieces, with designs perfect for a religious ceremony along with understated gowns ideal for a beach or vineyard wedding.

World-renowned for corsetry and the beautiful architecture of her gowns, Love Story sees the continuation of classic Caroline Castigliano understated style with innovative new styles that offer day-to-night chic combinations. For more information, visit www.carolinecastigliano.com.

KYNAH

The first-ever KYNAH Bridal Collection. A step in a new direction for the online boutique KYNAH, each glamorous piece in the collection was dreamed up and is handmade to order to represent this magical moment in time in the bride’s life. Offering stunning pieces for brides including gowns, lehengas and saris, all pieces are made custom to order by talented artisans in New Dehli, making them one-of-a-kind and sustainably conscious. Founder Aisha Rawji is committed to weaving together a personal story with each pieceand bringing together the past and the present, traditions and modernity, culture and heritage. Filled with bright colors and bright whites, traditional zari work, and modern mermaid cuts, the debut KYNAH Bridal Collection is atthe forefront of the South Asian Bridal revolution. Available for order now on shopkynah.com.

L.WELLS BRIDAL

The In a Dream Collection was inspired by the American ‘70s film, “3 Women,” starring Shelley Duvall and Sissy Spacek and each look is named after a character in the movie. While the collection includes just-right-for the-aisle styles, the more versatile options are perfect for the micro-bride and all the events surrounding her wedding. Because everything is made in the Garment District in New York, dresses like the Juliana (the dress that actress Jennifer Lawrence wore to her engagement party last spring) are available in a variety of colors. Looks are made to order and some can be ready to ship in about three weeks. Available for order now on www.lwellsbridal.com.

Parisian Rime Arodaky’s Seductive White Collection for the Season’s Events

Parisian designer Rime Arodaky has released a seasonal and summer collection to dress for events ranging from vacations in Ibiza, trips to California, yachting on the Cote d’Azur, or hot nights and parties in New York.

Carmen Marc Valvo & Lotus Threads Bridal Showcase During New York Fashion Week

Carmen Marc Valvo and Lotus Threads showcased their Fall/Winter 2018 bridal collections during Style Fashion Week New York at Cipriani.

Guests enjoyed Notorious Pink Rosé as they mingled in the expansive art market, featuring artwork by Derek Gores, Adam Thompson, UnCutt Art and works from LUMAS Gallery.

Models were beautified by Davines sustainable haircare, while VIP’s and guests enjoyed cosmetics gifts by Onsen. Vezt music app brought industry executives to the crowd as upcoming artists including Jae Hall, Amanda Holley, Chris Stylez, Arielle and Vyse performed between shows.

Essentia kept guests hydrated throughout the events. Additional performances by Dinner land artists AzialIAm, Él Fleego, Bam Vito & more wrapped up an incredible series of New York Fashion Week events.

For more information visit www.stylefashionweek.com

4 of the Best Chocolate Gifts for Romance

TasteTV and the International Chocolate Salon have selected and award 4 of the Best Chocolates for Valentine’s Day, or for anytime when Romance is on the Menu.

TV Celeb Ali Fedotowsky married in Val Stefani Wedding Dress

Ali Fedotowsky and Kevin Manno officially tied the knot at an Oceanside ceremony in Palos Verdes, California.

Best known for as a tv host/personality and as the Season Six Bachelorette, Ali looked gorgeous in a custom Val Stefani gown she personalized for her reception.

Ali met with the designer duo behind Val Stefani, Valerie and Stephanie Chin, prior to her wedding day to customize a dress that wouldn’t make her feel “sucked in.”

About Val Stefani

Val Stefani is based out of the sunny shores of Southern California by the talented designers that brought you the successful bridal house Moonlight. With over 20 years of expertise this fashion house draws on generations of experience with the additions of the sister duo which the label draws its namesake. This cross-generational team dynamic allows for the creation of innovative designs while still rooted in the traditions that have made them successful.

A fierce feminine aesthetic is the inspiration behind every Val Stefani gown with gowns accented by delicate beading, hand rolled rosettes, cascading ruffles, and lace. Each gown conjures up vintage beauty and elegance that transcends generations and trends by using the most luxurious silk fabrics, intricate French lace, and hand sewn Swarovski crystal detail. These hand-crafted details and creation of feminine silhouettes are signatures for every Val Stefani gowns.

http://valstefani.com/

Great Chocolates for Brides and Weddings

If you are looking for great chocolates for weddings, brides, receptions, or as gifts, the Bridal Chocolate Salon — part of the International Chocolate Salon — has recently announced several of its top picks for the year. The selections are part of the annual BRIDAL CHOCOLATE SALON AWARDS Competition.

This year’s top picks were rated and ranked by Stars, and are based on features such as Taste, Texture, Packaging, and of course, whether it makes a great bridal chocolate.

Here they are:

CAROLINE CASTIGLIANO

KYNAH

L.WELLS BRIDAL

NEW IDEAS FOR A NEW WORLD