Here are a few places/designers that are having some amazing trunk shows over the next few months.  Be sure to give them a call and make an appointment asap!

Adele Wechsler* (Hitched 202.333.6162) – March 17-20, 2011

Amsale (Hitched 202.333.6162) – February 11-12, 2011

Anna Maier Ulla-Maija (Hitched 202.333.6162) – February 25-26, 2011

Anne Barge (Hannelores – 703.549.0387) – February 4-6, 2011 | (Hitched 202.333.6162) – March 25-26, 2011 | (Betsy Robinson 410.484.4600) – January 21-23, 2011

Badgley Mischka (Chevy Chase Bridal – 202.363.9301) – February 18-20, 2011

Christos (Hitched 202.333.6162) – March 11-12, 2011

Judd Waddell (Hitched 202.333.6162) –  March 4-5, 2011

Justin Alexander (Chevy Chase Bridal – 202.363.9301) – February 4-6, 2011

Lela Rose (Hitched 202.333.6162) – January 21-22, 2011

Monique Lhuillier (Carine’s Bridal Atelier 202.965.4696) – January 20th-23rd

Romona Keveza (Chevy Chase Bridal – 202.363.9301) – January 14-16, 2011 | (Betsy Robinson 410.484.4600) – January 28-30, 2011

Reem Acra – (Betsy Robinson 410.484.4600) – January 7-9, 2011

Watters & Watters – (Betsy Robinson- 410.484.4600) – January 14-16,2011

Simone Carvalli (Chevy Chase Bridal – 202 363.9301) – January 28-30, 2011

*Photo of one of the new dresses from Adele Wechsler’s new eco-collection – as take by Jennifer Hughes for Eco-Beautiful Weddings Magazine

While I was in New York City last week, I was able to meet with the wonderful Lela Rose!  Many of the gown designers in New York had large runway shows, suites at Bridal Market or small private showings of their exclusive lines.

One of my favorite private showings was with Lela Rose!  I had a chance to meet her and interview her as well:

What inspires you the most when making your couture Wedding Collection?

LR: I am most inspired by the fabrics. I am always interested in using natural fiber textiles that are not necessarily considered “couture”. It is a fun challenge to make something beautiful and couture from something that people don’t already see that way.

What are 5 basic things that you and your staff try to employ to keep your office and studio eco-friendly?

LR: We are all conscious of being eco friendly. We make plenty or errors but definitely try. We bring our lunch to work (cuts down on plastic containers), recycle, and take the company bike on errands instead of taking cabs.

What is the best way a bride can reuse her Lela Rose gown?

LR: Hand it down to friends or family.

Brides are starting to love color for their wedding gowns and trousseau!  Vintage style and casual luxury is the trend for 2010 weddings. How can a bride infuse your shoe, resort and spring collections into their wedding day and honeymoon (and beyond)?

LR: I have always been an advocate for wearing a fun colored wedding shoe. As most brides are in long gowns, you see the shoe for just a peep, so why not have fun with the color? In the Unforgettable Moments collection by Lela Rose, we offer beautiful classic shoes in 64 different custom colors. This is a fabulous way to have the color and style you want at a very affordable price.

What is your best advice for a bride searching for their wedding gown?

LR: Don’t have too many cooks in the kitchen. It is hard enough to choose what looks best on you and too many differing opinions just adds to the confusion.

Her dresses are sophisticated, innovative and stylish!

I was thrilled to meet Lela and her staff and I look forward to seeing more beautiful brides in her dresses!

Happy Gown Shopping!
~Katie Martin