| winter celebration |

On December 3^rd we brought together an amazing mix of brides and vendors for a wonderful Winter Celebration!

The evening began in our newly renovated salon space with a fashion show featuring the magnificent bridal and mother of the occasion collection of Connecticut-based bridal designer, Modern Trousseau. The crowd then gathered downstairs in the boutique to sip champagne and enjoy savory treats from Gourmet Galley. The evening was capped off a tasting of delectable wedding cakes by Elizabeth Hodes of New York City and a visit to Gourmet Galley's candy bar that was on display in Chic by the shore- the studio that houses our bridesmaid collection and our invitation atelier Stonington Design + Paperie.

Our guests generously donated to The Terri Brodeur Breast Cancer Foundation and we were able to raise over $1400 for an incredible cause. It was an evening of fashion and festivities and it was the perfect way to launch the holiday season.

A special thanks to our event planner extraordinaire, Allison Salvati, of Something Blue Special Events and to our very generous sponsors:

Beneath the gown
Brides.com
DD Nickel Makeup Studio
Elizabeth Hodes Custom Cakes & Sugar Art
Flower upon Flour
Grayden Thomas
Gourmet Galley Catering
Hana Floral Design
Jamie Collins Photography
Just in Case Gift Kits
Liberty Rentals
Modern Trousseau
Steven Fowler Films
Timothy Pamment Salon

and enjoy these pics from the talented Jamie Collins below

{b+c}

| winter celebration pics from jamie collins |

| so much to celebrate |

yes, we feel very grateful this time of year and are throwing a party to show it!

beth is unveiling her new expanded salon space at 104 east main street in grand style.

come join us on dec 3rd where brides are honored, fashion is admired and mingling transpires; exclusive engagement for the soon-to-marry and the finest wedding vendors around. learn more here and to rsvp,
but do hurry as space is limited.

you can also catch the details today on martha stewart's blog. . .thanks much to darcy miller for her support.

hope you to see you on dec 3rd for the feast and merriment!

{b+c}

| introducing anna elyse bridesmaids! |

Anna Elyse is a chic, Sassy and Customizable Bridesmaid Collection.  Your maids have the opportunity to choose from 10 different silhouettes- each with 7 different necklines in order to find the one that flatters them the most.  All silhouettes are offered in dupioni or taffeta and are made in the USA.  These dresses are also great for graduations, showers or make fabulous reception dresses in white or ivory!

Now through November 30th, receive 10% off the Anna Elyse bridesmaid Collection.  Call 860.669.4596 to schedule an appointment to view the colleciton.

{b+c}

| another great mention |

Check out this great mention on another fabulous blog....Sixpence Events.  Where would weddings today be without all these fabulous wedding related blogs to give us the most up-to-date inside information and beautiful images of others events to move and inspire us?  You can view this blog at http://sixpenceevents.blogspot.com/ and make sure to scroll down to the October 1st entry to see what they have to say about The White Dress by the Shore and Chic by the Shore!

{b+c}

| upcoming trunk shows at the white dress |

The White Dress will be hosting two fabulous trunk shows in the next few months that you won't want to miss.  Both shows are by appointment only and it is suggested that you call early to make your reservation to ensure your choice of appointment times.

Melissa Sweet and Vineyards Collection Maids Trunk Show

November 14th and 15th  

Jenny Yoo Bridesmaid and Bridal Alternative Show 

December 12th and 13th

A 10% discount will be granted off any bridesmaid purchase made during these events.  Discounts cannot be combined with any other offer.  Maids do not need to be present for purchase to be made - measurements can be provided at a later date.

{b+c}

| guest blogging at LHEverything |

We would like to say how much fun we had guest blogging on LHEverything, the blog spot for Lyndsey Hamilton Events.  Lyndsey and her staff design and plan events in New York, Connecticut and California.  Their blend of the chic and unconventional allow them to produce events that are truly one-of-a-kind.  

Lyndsey's blog is full of helpful information on everything from the hottest honeymoon destinations to fashion straight off the runway.  You can visit her blog at: LHEverything.com and bookmark it while you're there!

{b + c}