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The Crystal Bride has the pleasure of hosting another preview show from one of our top designers; Essense of Australia!

You may be asking yourself, what is a preview show?  Are there discounts?  How long do the dresses take to come in?  Do I need an appointment?  Below are some helpful answers and tips to attending an event like this!

What is a preview show?

A preview show is an in store event where the designer ships their newest collection of gowns to our store for a limited amount of time.  These gowns have not hit the market yet and often go through a review process before making the final collection. The designer of these gowns is in attendance which makes for an exciting, once in a lifetime opportunity.  These gowns are the hottest trends and most up and coming styles that you can find in the marketplace.  That being said, photos of these gowns are a no-no due to the exclusivity of their designs.

Are there discounts?

Typically there are no discounts at a preview show.  The main purpose of the show is to expose real brides to exclusive gowns and allow them to meet the designer of the collection.

How long does it take for the dresses to come in?

A preview gown is often going to take 6+ months to come in. You need to allow plenty of time for alterations, so we typically recommend shopping no later than 9 months prior to your wedding date.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes! YES YES!! These events can get a little busy due to the hype and exciting nature of meeting the designer.  That being said, try to limit your group to your most important guests.

Do you want to be a #CrystalBride? Call the store to make your appointment TODAY! Space is limited and these events book up very quickly!

Book your appointment today!

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Photos by Christy Janeczko Photography.

 

Linda came to us at our Maggie Sottero Pop Up Event this past April.  We created an amazingly beautiful space where we showcased tons of Maggie Sottero designs in a fun city environment.  Linda had a few ideas in mind when she came to us, but once we tried on this amazing fit and flare, she fell in love.  Linda wore Brinkley Lynette by Maggie Sottero and left us all speechless!

 

 

Its truly all about the beautiful late fall details!

 

 

 

Gorgeous!

 

Linda & James said “I Do” at Oak Creek Assembly of God in Oak Creek, WI.

 

These two love birds are completely beaming with joy!

 

 

 

 

 

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The Crystal Bride has the pleasure of hosting another trunk show from one of our top designers; Essense of Australia !

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This exclusive event runs from Friday October 26th through October 27th. Appointments are required and extremely limited! Make your appointment today!!

 

FAQ:

–What is a trunk show?

A showcase of the newest bridal gowns from one particular designer. These are current gowns that are typically not in the store. This is an amazing opportunity to see tons and tons of styles from a particular designer. Photos are welcome !

–Do I need an appointment?

YES!! Absolutely! In order to try these styles on, you do need a skilled consultant working with you. She will be able to answer any questions about each gown, help you in and out of each style as well as give you color options, proper fit information and be able to get the dress on order for you.

–Do you have a variety of sizes to try on?

YES!! Absolutely yes! The Crystal Bride loves teaming up with Essense of Australia to bring the most beautiful, body inclusive styles to our brides. That being said, Essense will be sending a variety of sizes to try on and give you the best experience imaginable. Every Body, Every Bride is a campaign that Essense of Australia is extremely passionate about and wants every bride to feel her very best!

 

–Why do you do a trunk show?

The feedback from a real bride is better than anything! We take your feedback into consideration, (things you like and dislike) and report back to the designer. It helps us be better at our jobs and service you to the best of our abilities.

 

–What do I bring?

An open mind! We have strapless bras, jewelry, a small selection of shoes, etc. Trunk shows tend to get a little hectic, so we do request you don’t bring a large group with you to shop, it becomes a bit overwhelming.

–How long does it take for the trunk show dresses to come in once I order?

The dresses will take the typical 4-6 moths to arrive. Don’t forget about alterations! Typically 3-4 months for those to be competed!!

Contact The Crystal Bride to schedule your appointment!

630-397-5040

Essense of Australia

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