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Vera Wang Suits Up for Men’s Wearhouse

The gown designer launches a tuxedo rental line this spring.

Posted by: Laura Cassidy on Dec 21, 2011 at 06:45AM 0 Comments

Oh, Vera. Rentals? Really?

Women’s Wear Daily reported on Friday (subscription required to read full article) that Black by Vera Wang, the designer’s first menswear collection, will launch this spring. The line consists of black and gray tuxedos that will be offered for rent at Men’s Wearhouse. We have so far been unable to confirm that Seattle’s outposts will carry Black.

Last year the previously high-end gown designer announced a diffusion line with David’s Bridal; Men’s Wearhouse, as noted in the WWD report, is the tuxedo partner for David’s Bridal. That’s the aha moment.

Here’s what Doug Ewert of the budget suiting chain had to say about the tie-in. “Eighty-five percent of the rental market is weddings and the bride is the decision maker,” he told WWD. “The first thing that a girl does when she gets engaged is start shopping for a dress. And we will get in front of her very early in the process.” Meaning, one supposes, Black by Vera Wang signage all over David’s Bridal.

The CEO’s statement that “The bride is the decision maker,” conjures up old school images of dictators in white tulle and guys who will do anything just to get to the other side of the ceremony and all the planning that comes before it. We don’t see many grooms like that at Seattle Met Bride & Groom. The couples we intersect with work as a team, and like most grown adults, each decides what he or she would like to wear.

Of course, we always counsel gentlemen to consider a custom-made suit for the big day. Alternately: something off the rack that’s been hemmed and tucked as needed, but hopefully something that was cut for his body and fits him as well as the bride’s dress fits her. Picture an average wedding gathering of 150 people or so. Does it make any sense that the only five or six folks in someone else’s ill-fitting attire are the groom and his groomsmen?

Even if Vera Wang designed the narrow, 2.5 inch collar?

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Vera Wang, Red Velvet Wedding Cake, Killer App(etizers)s, and More

A local author asks, “How will you build something beautiful together?” and that’s just the beginning.

Posted by: Laura Cassidy on Mar 16, 2011 at 07:00AM 1 Comments

Perfect for someone else’s wedding — or your own? A LulaKate dress marked way down at Bella Bridesmaid.

Where: Bella Bridesmaid

What: For the first time since opening its doors in November of ‘09, the Belltown bridesmaid dress shop is hosting a sample sale. Party dresses from Amsale, Dessy, LulaKate, Queue, and Swoon are up to 50 percent off, and while you can’t necessarily outfit a whole party at the sale (in most cases, just one of each style is available, and the range of colors is limited), you might find just the thing for a pre-wedding party or someone else’s big day.

When: Now. The sale started yesterday—Tuesday, March 15—and continues as long as merchandise does. For the best selection and service, call the shop for an appointment.

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Where: Marcella’s La Boutique

What: A Vera Wang trunk show; the iconic wedding gown designer’s current season frocks in a second story, storybook wedding boutique.

When: Thursday, March 17 through Saturday, March 19. Call 206-264-0700 to make an appointment; space is limited.

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Where: Simplicity Decor in Kirkland

What: Seattle author Dan Zander is a numbers guy. His first book, 5, asked readers to consider where they’ll be in five years. His next, 1, wondered how many people are necessary to make a change. His new book, 2 ought to appeal to those of you on your way down a certain kind of aisle. Says Zander, ‘Life is meant to be shared. If you have found love, you have been given one of life’s greatest gifts.’ He’ll be signing volumes — which you might consider giving as a gift to moms, maids, or mates, or keeping as a reminder of what all the planning and budgeting is for — at the lifestyle and decor shop in Kirkland.

When: Saturday, March 19 from noon to 2

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Where: Knows Perfume

What: Baked, a new special occasion custom cake-baking shop in West Seattle is celebrating its foray into Seattle weddings and events with a Marie Antoinette-inspired cake tasting inside the neighborhood’s sweetest smelling boutique. Sample lavishly decorated red velvet, lavender, dark chocolate, and more while sipping Champagne and contemplating your own dessert spread.

When: Saturday, April 2 from 6 to 9. RSVP by sending a note to baked.seattle@gmail.com or calling 206-307-4847

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Where: Herban Feast’s SoDo Park

What: Sample the food and meet the faces that make this one of the most celebrated celebration locations in Seattle. The new season’s menu offerings are on offer, and you’ll have a chance to see the brand new Herban Design Studio to boot.

When: Wednesday, April 6 from 5 to 8

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