Contact StarDust:
972.781.1619

Contact LuLu's:
214.871.9610

Contact A Curvy Bride:
972.388.5230

Contact A Bridal Closet:
469-366-0788

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Stardust Selected as Dallas Salon Partner on TLC’s New Wedding Reality Show

Stardust Celebrations is thrilled to announce that we have been chosen to partner with renowned “Say Yes to the Dress” wedding stylist Randy Fenoli on his new TLC series, Randy to the Rescue! This exciting new show focuses on a pop-up salon concept in several top wedding markets, and Stardust is the first salon partner on the “Say Yes to the Dress” spin-off’s eight-city tour.

Eager brides will line up around city blocks for their chance to get advice from one of the most trusted names in wedding style, Randy Fenoli. On every episode of this splashy new series, Randy will roll into a different city in a tractor-trailer packed to the gills with wedding dresses. The first stop is Dallas on December 11 at the Hilton Anatole, and the concept will feature Fenoli, working alongside Stardust bridal consultants, styling brides in his signature “head-to-hem” approach.

Here are the details on the opportunity to work with Randy and our wonderful Stardust team to find your gorgeous wedding day look!

Randy to the Rescue
Sunday, December 11, 2011
9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hilton Anatole
2201 Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, TX 75207
Purchase tickets

Stardust is joining a stellar team of collaborators on this exciting new project: The Wedding Guys®, Half Yard Productions and TLC. Check back often on our blog, Facebook page and website for updates!

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Wedding Details: Washi Tape

If you are living anywhere close to “Weddingville”, you have probably seen Japanese Washi Tape on wedding blogs and in the mags. Washi Tape is basically masking tape made pretty. We simply adore the lovely paper detail and the dozens of ways you can incorporate it into your wedding design! Here are a few delightful options:

Candle holders, guest book, flagged drink stirrers and favor boxes from Martha Stewart Weddings

Washi tape garland and place card flags from www.projectwedding.com

Escort card tags from www.haystackneedleonline.com


Washi tape favor bags, table numbers, vase decor and stationery embellishment from www.intimateweddings.com

You can find abundant designs to personalize your wedding at http://www.cutetape.com/ and http://www.happytape.com/, among a multitude of other sites. Let us know of any special ways you’ve incorporated Washi Tape in your wedding design and details!

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Real Wedding: Haire-Griffith

On a warm and beautiful Sunday evening over Memorial Day weekend, we excitedly implemented the months of wedding planning we mapped out for a precious couple in the lush gardens of Marie Gabrielle.

Courtney and Brian had a few special requests for their late spring wedding: outdoor ceremony; same venue for both ceremony and reception; and the color red to figure prominently in the design.

We had an absolute blast working with this couple to make all of this happen, and the result was a beautiful and fun wedding!

Some of our favorite personalized touches from this lovely wedding included:

the red Toms Courtney and her bridesmaids changed into for dancing the night away,

the scrumptious cupcakes in lieu of a traditional wedding cake,

the eclectic mix of floral arrangements on tables throughout the dining area and

the country CD favor the couple sent home with their guests.

Thank you, Courtney and Brian, for entrusting your special day to us. We so enjoyed working with you and wish you a lifetime and love and laughter!

And a big huzzah to our wonderful team of vendors:
Band: ZuZu Peddals
Bridal gown and bridesmaid dresses: Stardust Bridal Salon
Ceremony Music: Guitar, Chris Carrington
Ceremony and Reception site: Marie Gabrielle
Cupcakes: Sugar Queen
Florist: Branching Out, Debby Jewesson
Lighting, Sound and MC: Brian Prescott, Simply Music
Make-up: Elan Makeup Studio, Anita Haar
Officiant: Love Notes, Larry Maughan
Photography: Gary Donihoo, F8
Photo booth: boothBOOTH by F8
Transportation: Blue Diamond Limos; Party Animals for the horse-drawn carriage for send-off
Wedding Planner: Marsha Ballard French, CMWP, StarDust Celebrations

Friday, November 25, 2011

Featured Friends Friday: Marcus Rollins

We are thankful for the many wonderful vendors we enjoy working side-by-side with to execute beautiful and imaginative weddings for our wedding planning clients! Here is the scoop another of our talented friends, Marcus Rollins.

Vendor name/company: Marcus Rollins Entertainment and Lighting

Services offered: Entertainment and lighting for wedding receptions and corporate events.

How did you get started in the wedding industry and when? I got started doing weddings in 1987.

What sets you apart from other vendors? Creativity, talent, attention to detail, and taking the time to ask the right questions.

What do you do for fun besides weddings? Competitive softball, dirt biking, motorcycle touring, fishing, and just about anything outdoors.

Why do you enjoy working with wedding planners? They can take an enormous amount of tension and stress off of the bride and groom and they also make my job more fun.

What is your favorite thing about working with a Stardust Celebrations (SDC) planner? They always know their stuff, they’re a blast to work with, and they let me do my job!

Do you have any funny or memorable stories you can share about working with one of our planners? Yes, but you’ll have to ask me in person!!

What is the best single piece of advice you could give to brides? Hire a SDC planner!!

We love your advice, Marcus! Learn more about Marcus on his website: http://www.marcusrollins.com/.

And don't forget about our two awesome events this weekend! Designer Rani will make an appearance at the St. Pucchi Trunk Show at Stardust Bridal Salon in Plano. And we heard a rumor that there may be an Elvis sighting at our 50's Swing Event at LuLu's Bridal Boutique in Uptown Dallas. Hope to see you there!

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Two Special In-store Events this Thanksgiving Weekend

Join us at LuLu’s Bridal Boutique for our fabulous 50’s Swing Social this Friday, Saturday and Sunday!
Everything in the store not previously marked down will be 10% off! We’ll have awesome entertainment from some of Dallas’ super-talented wedding vendors! You won’t want to miss the fun and savings at this spectacular event!

And don't forget about our fabulous St. Pucchi Trunk Show at Stardust Bridal Salon:


Monday, November 21, 2011

Designer Appearance at St. Pucchi Trunk Show This Week

We are thankful for the honor of hosting a trunk show this weekend for uber-fabulous St. Pucchi at our Stardust Bridal Salon in West Plano! Lovely designer Rani Totman will join us during this spectacular event featuring her stunning couture bridal gowns! Call for your appointment: 972.781.1619.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Wedding Day Shoes for the Glam Bride: Angela Nuran's Starletta

Check out these G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S shoes from Angela Nuran that we carry in our Stardust Bridal Salon!
This beautiful style is called Starletta. We offer them unadorned in a version called Pearl or with the 4¼ inch heel covered with hand-applied Swarovski crystals in the very aptly named Glitz iteration. Talk about va-va-va-voom!
The sexy Starletta sports a one-inch hidden platform along with the lofty heel and features the fabulous comfort elements Angela Nuran is known for, including a super-padded “pillow top” insole made of ultra suede, perfect for hours of dancing at your wedding reception!

And, if you’re interested in adding that pop of color to your wedding ensemble via your shoes, we can send your Starlettas to Angela Nuran to have them dyed to virtually any hue your heart desires!
So get to steppin’ and come by to grab your uber-glamorous wedding shoes today!

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Stardust to Host Live Registration for Dream Wedding Giveaway


Stardust Celebrations is honored to be part of an amazing team of generous vendors joining together to bless one deserving couple with their dream wedding! We are partnering with The Texas Wedding Guide (TWG), CBS DFW Channel 11 and several other Dallas wedding vendors to give a wedding of a lifetime to an engaged couple who has had their wedding plans hampered by a major life challenge.

This Thursday, we are thrilled to host a live registration event at our salon in west Plano. Join us between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. to submit your application and have your entry video professionally taped by Randy Ro Entertainment. Meet some of the wonderful TWG team and CBS’s Teresa Frosini, who will be onsite interviewing brides-to-be.

The winning couple will be gifted a ceremony and seated dinner reception at the lovely Omni Mandalay Las Colinas and the bride will wear a stunning bridal gown from Stardust! Learn all of the details on this incredible contest here.

Shout out to all of the wonderful vendor partners on this very important and special project:
The Adolphus
Allie-Coosh
Amy Karp Photography
Bachendorf’s
CBS DFW
Doodle Dog
ES Events
Fancy Cakes by Lauren
Lilium Floral Design
Omni Mandalay Las Colinas
Randy Ro Entertainment
The Texas Wedding Guide
Toni & Guy

Live Registration Details:
Thursday, November 17, 2011
4:00-7:00 p.m.
Stardust Celebrations
6464 W Plano Parkway
Plano, Texas 75093
972.781.1619

Be sure to bring:
-a photo ID
-a photo of you and your fiancé
-your story to share on video

Monday, November 14, 2011

Matthew Christopher Trunk Show this Weekend - Special Designer Appearance

The Stardust Bridal Salon is thrilled to host a bridal gown trunk show this weekend for the incomparable Matthew Christopher. Call today for your appointment during this special in-store event: 972.781.1619. The talented designer will make an appearance during the show!

Fabulous and Fun Food Idea: The Chip Bar

Racking your brain for something a little unexpected for your cocktail hour? Why not do a Chip Bar?! We are simply mad about this fun and whimsical option for hors d’oeuvres. Offer guests white and blue tortilla chips with an assortment of dipping delights…queso, pico de gallo, bean dip, roasted salsa, guacamole, salsa verde…the sky is the limit! Serve alongside a margarita or some other tequila-inspired concoction for a decidedly spicy cocktail hour!


Or maybe you’re looking for something with a little less kick. With the nearly infinite variety of flavored potato chips available now, how about a buffet featuring the nostalgic spud treat?


Barbecue, sour cream & onion, salt & vinegar and cheddar are just a few of your flavor options. Of course you can serve these with a multitude of flavored dips as well, such as ranch, French onion and sun-dried tomato & bacon, just to name a few. Look at this cute chip bar using framed bags as labels (via the fabulous Mindy Weiss)!


Have fun with this one! You can make these buffets as chic or casual as you like, and this idea also works great as a late-night snack! Happy munching!

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Wedding Cake Ribbon Pull

We just heart fun, old traditions that make their way back into the spotlight. One charming example is the incorporation of The Wedding Cake Charm Pull! The Cake Pull or Ribbon Pull is a sweet little ceremony you can do during your wedding reception right after your cake cutting or at your bridesmaid luncheon. While this tradition has its roots in Victorian England, Southern brides have claimed it as their own!


If you have never seen this, here is how it works: The charms – one for each bridesmaid – are tied to long satin ribbons. The charms, usually made of sterling silver, are inserted in your luncheon or wedding cake by your baker, with the ribbons are left streaming out of the cake. At the appointed time, you have your bridesmaids each chose a ribbon and pull. Each charm has a special meaning attached to it and they tend to run along some general themes.

Here are just some examples of the dozens of charms to be used for this fun and special tradition:

True love/happy marriage/next to marry
Heart
Wedding cake
Ring
Wedding bells
Flower

Contented/prosperous/successful life/wealth
Fleur de lis
Anchor
Highchair
Moneybag
Wreath
Rocking chair
Captain's wheel

Happy/healthy family/children
Baby carriage
Baby
Picture frame
Baby shoes

Adventurous/travel-filled life
Airplane
Hot air balloon
Passport
Sailboat

Eternal beauty/life full of style and fashion
Butterfly
High heel
Seashell
Rose
Crown

Good Luck/well wishes/good news
Four-leaf clover
Wishing well
Telephone
Shamrock
Horseshoe

We hope you have fun finding a way to include this sweet tradition into your wedding festivities!

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Designer Rep to Attend Watters/Wtoo Trunk Show this Weekend

You are cordially invited to our Watters and Wtoo Trunk Show this weekend at Stardust Celebrations. We are honored to be joined by a representative of the designer during this special event. Call for your appointment: 972.781.1619.

Monday, November 7, 2011

Fall 2011 Bridal Market for Spring 2012 Recap

What an adventure New York Bridal Market was! We enjoyed SO many fashion shows highlighting stunning new collections by fabulous bridal gown designers. There is truly something out there for everyone! Many of the trends carried over into bridesmaid dress designs as well, which makes for a stunningly cohesive wedding style. Here, in a gorgeous and bursting-at-the-seams nutshell, is what we saw:

Modern Lace
My oh my, lace, have you come a long way from Granny’s doilies! Designers are creating completely new lace fabrics and designs and are using them in thoroughly modern ways. Laces are being laser-cut or are designed in different mediums, giving them a lighter, fresher feel.

We are especially in love with the metallic laces that we saw on both bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses!

We also adore the paring of a lace bodice with a simple or unadorned satin skirt, a simply stunning combination!

Texture
Once again, texture was everywhere! From appliqués and cut-outs to pleats and feathers, on both skirts and bodices, texture made an appearance in just about every show. Unique beading, ruffles, cut organza and dimensional floral accents give depth and richness to gowns. Gowns with a lot of texture are a great option for the bride looking for glamour and drama!

 And a little texture for the bridesmaids:

Draping of Fabrics/Asymmetry
Designers are doing amazing things with fabrics. We continue to see bold uses of draping and pleats, and the styles feature a lot of asymmetry. These gowns are beautiful, interesting and dramatic!

We even saw a lot of this on bridesmaid dresses.

Layered and Peplum Skirts
Again using fabrics in spectacular ways, designers showed off lots of layers on skirts and started incorporating a peplum element. Gowns had tiered skirts, pick-ups, high-to-low hemlines and peplum details. These were paired with both embellished bodices and more simple designs, and either way, the look is just gorgeous!

Look at the use of the horsehair on this skirt on the left. And we love this flirty skirt on this sexy little number on the right: 

Straps/sleeves
We were so excited to see the trend of straps and sleeves still going strong! Cap sleeves, illusion sleeves, thick or thin straps and even long sleeves graced many gowns showcased, and we think brides will continue to clamor for them! Boleros and jackets are also still present, giving brides the best of both worlds.

Another interesting element along these lines was the capelet, especially in lace or tulle, worn over a strapless gown. This fashion forward accessory gives a bride a little coverage, along with the ability to pull a “gown change” by removing it for the reception.

Dropped Waist
Nearly all the designers had at least a gown or two with a dropped waist. The element varied, though, between hitting higher on the hip or lower and being straight across or at an angle, so there are many options within this trend to play with. These flattering gowns are glamorous and can work on many body types!

Structure vs. Floaty
A study in extremes, gowns seemed to fall in one of two categories: they were either quite structured or very airy and floaty! Gowns featuring a more architectural style are formal, elegant and striking, while the airy gowns with more movement are youthful and whimsical.

Bridesmaids have more options here as well: 

Color
Color continues to creep in subtly in sweet accents like belts and bling or make a splash by making up the entire gown. Colored bridal gowns were mostly made up of flesh or earth tones with names such as like butterscotch, sherbet and oatmeal! While going with a wedding gown of color may seem bold, many of the shades are still subtle enough for even traditional brides to consider.

One other interesting trend to note is that while the details on bridesmaids dresses were kicked up a notch, we saw the colors as more subdued, making the gowns’ designs the focus. So cool!

Dramatic details and accents
You may have noticed a theme of drama for this Bridal Market. We saw a lot of theatrical gowns featuring over-the-top details such as large embellishments, oversized bows and the use of haircloth or horsehair, a stiff fabric designers incorporated to create flair.

Bridesmaids also get to bring the drama with details such as illusion necklines or horsehair accents:
And talk about bringing sexy back…dramatic gown backs are HUGE! Even gowns that were seemingly simple in the front sent jaws dropping from behind with their plunging cowls and keyhole or sheer backs. In addition to the incorporation of striking keyhole or illusion backs on bridal gowns, illusion necklines are still going strong. Illusion backs and necklines are a great way to give brides a bit more coverage and sophistication while still allowing them a little sexy factor. Ooh la la!

 Designers are doing this on bridesmaid dresses, too! Tres chic!

Wow, to relive the details of this fall’s New York Bridal Market was so fabulous; thanks for letting us share them with you! We simply cannot wait until we start getting these gowns in next spring! Rest assured that we will let you know when these beauties start arriving in store!


Photo credits: John Aquino, George Chinsee, Thomas Iannaccone, Robert Mitra, and our own Michelle Green.