The Wedding Party

Nicole Miller Trunk Show!

2011-10-19T16:13:00.000-07:00

Come peruse the largest selection of Nicole Miller bridal gowns in the Bay Area!

When: Friday, November 11th, 10 - 6

Saturday, November 12th, 10 - 6

Sunday, November 13th, 10 - 5

** One-weekend only! **

Where: The Wedding Party

2612 Alcatraz Avenue, Suite #3

Berkeley, CA 94705

What: Come see the entire Nicole Miller bridal collection in store, including all of the new 2012 styles!! **Preview the Nicole Miller collection here.

This event is by appointment only. Please call (510-420-1338) or e-mail (theweddingparty@gmail.com) us if you would like to schedule an appointment for this event.

**All orders placed during the trunk show will receive a 10% discount.**

Nicole Miller: TRUNK SHOW!!

2011-09-30T18:08:00.000-07:00

Coming soon!! Nicole Miller trunk show dates...Details to follow, or please contact us to inquire @510-420-1338.
Come see her entire NEW 2012 bridal collection!

Wtoo by Watters: Trunk Show!

2011-07-29T11:32:00.001-07:00

When: Friday, August 19th, Saturday, August 20th and Sunday, August 21st

What: Wtoo, by Watters TRUNK SHOW!! All new Fall 2011 styles will be in store to preview for ONE WEEKEND ONLY!

How: This event is by appointment only, so please call (510-420-1338) or e-mail us (theweddingparty@gmail.com) to schedule an appointment. We look forward to hearing from you!!

***SPECIAL PROMOTION!! All Wtoo wedding dress orders placed during the trunk show will receive a 15% discount! ***

Our weddings

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Check out the beautiful guava silk shantung dresses by Siri (with chocolate shantung accents.) So chic and punchy in the pictures. Love the neclace the bride chose for the bridesmaids as well---It's all about how you style the look!

{Congratulations, Danile!}

Our weddings:

2011-04-14T14:24:00.000-07:00

Beautiful combination of stone grey chiffon dresses by Wtoo, by Watters --with blush pink duppioni accents. It's such a romantic combination--We love it!
{Congratulations, Jammie!}

Best of the Bay 2011!

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Nicole Miller 2011 Trunk Show

2011-01-10T21:48:00.000-08:00

Come view the new Nicole Miller 2011 collection. All Nicole Miller wedding dress orders placed at this event will receive a 15% discount. Call to schedule an appointment: 510.420.1338

50% OFF WEDDING DRESS SAMPLE SALE: ONE-DAY ONLY!!

2010-11-19T10:21:00.001-08:00

WHEN: Friday, December 10th from, 10 AM to 6 PM

WHAT: Wedding dress floor sample sale! All dresses 50% off or more. ONE DAY ONLY!

Featuring dresses by Wtoo, Nicole Miller, Lynn Lugo and Siri.

WHERE: The Wedding Party, 2612 Alcatraz Avenue Suite #3 Berkeley CA 94705

***NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY FOR THIS EVENT ONLY!****

Our brides...

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{Congratulations, Chrissy!}

Stella & Dot Trunk Show

2010-10-14T14:57:00.001-07:00

Stella & Dot jewelry is coming to The Wedding Party on October 21st, from 6 - 8 PM for an evening of 'Bubbles and Baubles' Come find the perfect gifts for your bridesmaids (it's all surprisingly affordable!) or that statement piece for your wedding day ensemble....And don't forget those holidays aren't too far off, either!

If you would like to join us (and bring a friend!), please RSVP to Clara or Jennifer at 510-420-1338.

10 reasons why we love short wedding dresses...

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{Image courtesy of Emily Takes Photos}

{Photo courtesy of D Weddings}

{Photo courtesy of Caribbean Bride}

1. The LOOK: It's got personality! Trendy or classic, sweet or sexy, retro or mod.

2. Legs! Got a less than taut tummy? Feeling a little hopelessly hippy? Your legs look good. REALLY good! You know it, he knows it...Let everyone else in on it. Show off your god-given, gorgeous assets.

3. Location, location, location... City Hall, chapels, beaches and bluffs. Redwood groves, your parent's backyard, and Vegas! Completely appropriate for any of the above.

4. Comfortable and cool. No train, No dragging hem. No sweating thighs. Want to swing dance with your honey on the big day? Kick up your heels! Got a tot or two already in tow? Keep up with the kids, no problem! Want to wade in the surf in wedded bliss...go to it!

5. Fun, or formal. It's festive and easy for barbecue-in-the- backyard weddings and easy to move around in if you are getting married at your favorite Italian restaurant. It's also chic and sophisticated for a 5 o'clock wedding, dinner and reception in the wine country...Or, you could totally bling it up for that New Year's Eve wedding at The San Francisco City Club.

6. Affordable. Surprisingly, not all of them are as inexpensive as you might think... But they sure can be! If you want to spend under $1000? Under $500? ...it get's a whole lot easier! Not to mention, you'll spend less on alterations, since there will be no need to hem 10 -12 layers of satin, tulle or lace just to be able to walk...It's already off.

7. A second life for your wedding dress. Maybe you scoff at the idea of wearing your wedding dress again, and once is enough. Or, you may be secretly hoping against hope that you get a little more mileage out of your fabulous dress. Add a sash and cardigan. Pair it with black pumps and a blazer. Or, get it dyed, and pull it out on your anniversaries!

8. Accessories. Love shoes? We do too! This is your big chance to show them off...Pink Havianas or classic peep-toe couture, cowboy boots or ballet flats: Let your inner fashionista out.

9. No need to change for the reception (Does anyone still do this?)Well, you won't need to, because you'll be able to say 'I do' in style, and still have fun at your party.

10. It's YOU. Maybe you're not a tux and tulle kind of couple. Or, maybe you are totally into tulle, but not the princess-cupcake kind...You want the peek-a-boo, electric yellow kind! What defines a wedding dress is if you wear it to get married...whether it's white or purple, beaded or plain, long or SHORT!

{P.S. We have all of the above styles in our lil' shop. Call us if you want to come in and take a peek!}

Chloe Aftel

2010-09-22T10:38:00.000-07:00

Looking for someone who can take really fantastic, poetic, evocative photos of your special day? You want something a little less formulaic, and maybe a little more like...ART. Look no further: http://chloeaftel.com/

I got to meet Chloe for the first time at a dear friend's wedding up in Olema, CA. Super cool, super down to earth. I had no idea at the time that she was a professional photographer with an extensive background not only in the world of commercial and fashion photography, but wedding photography as well. She wasn't the 'hired' photographer for that day (being a guest and close friend of the bride and groom) but when the hired photographer was late (eek!!) she was there with both her polaroid and digital camera..SAVING THE DAY!

It turns out she is a tremendous photographer, with a really beautiful portfolio. And she can accommodate non-celebrity budgets! (Though she can also accommodate celebrity budgets. Check out the 'Familiar faces' on her website.) She splits her time between LA and the Bay Area, so lucky local brides you should check out her website, and call her now. Good luck to you!

ALSO, just an aside...she has the FIVE stars on yelp, and she's running an awesome promotion if you book her through Yelp. So start there!!

Our Weddings...

2010-08-21T16:23:00.001-07:00

This wedding is not from this year's brides...but we had to share! The dresses were so chic and vintage...in a super sophistocated smoked celadon shantung (with the Maid of Honor in chartruese!) Congratulations, Rachel!!

Our Weddings: 2010

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{Congratulations, Kris!!}

More of our weddings!

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Oh, the color!! Chocolate raw silk sheath dresses, by Siri, with apple green silk shantung obi sashes---and a soft ivory, self-embroidered gown for the bride. And check her chartreuse peep toe shoes (eep! so cute!!)

Congratulations, Allison! We wish you and your husband all the best!

Preview 2011 wedding dresses: Wtoo by Watters

2010-07-23T17:42:00.001-07:00

Summer Sample Sale!

2010-07-23T12:05:00.000-07:00

We will be partnering our sample sale with i elle's HUGE closeout sale, Friday July 30th and Saturday, July 31st, from 11 AM - 4PM .

All sample sale dresses are new silk shantung and duppioni dresses, priced at $99. each: A savings of 75% - 80% off the original prices!!

These dresses are a total STEAL!! Come get one (or three) this weekend only at:

~ 3206 College Avenue Berkeley, CA 94705 ~

While your there, pick up sale shoes, shawls and accesories at the last weekend of i elle's closeout sale.

No appointment necessary for this event!

P.S. There will also be a small selection of sample sale WEDDING DRESSES!! $99. - $395!!

FALL PROMO!! Calling all 2011 Brides!

2010-06-30T16:23:00.001-07:00

We know, we know!! It's not even the fourth of July yet... But the Fall Promo for bridesmaids is too terrific to miss. If you plan early, you can save your dear friends a LOT of money by ordering your bridesmaid dresses before the holidays. (Your girlfriends will appreciate this...REALLY!)

Lest you think ordering before the holidays sounds nuts ("I'm not getting married until June! I don't need to order in November") consider this:
All fall promo orders typically arrive into our store mid-March. For late May and early June Weddings, this is the perfect amount of time ahead of your wedding date (8 weeks)!
Early spring weddings may even want to order a little sooner. Later weddings will have plenty of time to pat themselves on the back for being so on top of their game.

Also, ordering later than November, which usually means in December or January to avoid rush fees, can be challenging for brides. In December, bridesmaids are tricky to track down! Everyone is usually travelling, and busy with family and in January everyone's broke. You will quickly see, checking this off your list early is actually doing yourself a favor too.

As for the SAVINGS, Fall promo is an additional $20 discount, in addition to any quantity discounts your wedding party may be eligible for.

Consider a 4 gal wedding party and a $250. dress:

$250 - $25. quantity discount -$20. fall promo= $205!! You save your bridesmaids $45. EACH, (or, $180. total.)

Remember, a $250 dress bumping down to $205, 100% silk and locally made is a huge, huge HUGE value. (They're really cute , too!)
Come see us and start checking out the selection now...Once November rolls around, things get a little nuts around here!

And CONGRATULATIONS on your engagement ;)

2010-05-15T11:59:00.001-07:00

For those of you who missed out first Sample Sale Sunday, we are doing it again!!

When:

Sunday, May 23rd
10 AM - 2 PM

Where:

The Wedding Party
2612 Alcatraz Avenue, Suite #3
(on the corner of College Avenue and Alcatraz Avenue, above A Cuppa Tea)

What's happening:

All bridesmaid & special occasion 100% silk, LOCALLY MADE dresses: $99. and less!!

All Wedding dresses: $495. and less!!
No appointment necessary for this event ONLY... Come on by and take a peek!

Lynn Lugo: Spring 2010

2010-04-14T09:24:00.001-07:00

Lynn Lugo has done an such an incredible revamp of her already versatile collection this season...We don't even know where to begin!! So many short sassy skirts, and vintage inspried bodices...So SO many colors! It's like being in a candy store!

SALE EVENT! Sunday, March 21st, 2010

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Sunday, March 21st from 10 AM to 3 PM: SAMPLE SALE BLOW-OUT EXTRAVAGANZA!!!

No appointment necessary (for this event ONLY). Walk-ins welcome between 10 AM and 3 PM.

ALL DRESSES $99. or less!! 100% silk, locally made: Great for small wedding parties, single bridesmaids, Mother-of the bride or mother-of-the-groom, prom, special occasion. New dresses, tons of colors....Get here early for the best selection! These dresses

will go fast!!

SAMPLE SALE!! Just in time for the holidays...

2009-12-10T15:46:00.000-08:00

OK! For any of you out there who need a FANTASTIC silk holiday party dress...

Or, if you have a wedding coming up soon, and want a couple of simple, chic bridesmaid dresses for your friends, but don't want to break their budgets...

Or, if you are a mother of the bride or groom, and you want a classic simple silk silhouette...

We have a NEW Lynn Lugo arrivals at $200. each and they are so gorgeous and special (and locally made, you greenies!) Limited stock available, so schedule you appointments now!

Sneak peak at 2010...

2009-10-14T07:52:00.001-07:00

Our designers are going to the New York Bridal Market this week to show of their *new* styles for Spring 2010. Here's a peak at one of our favorites from Wtoo....The "Zora"

New at The Wedding Party!

2009-10-05T09:44:00.000-07:00

Beautiful, handmade cake topper/wedding keepsakes by D'Lovely designs: Available in several different color/flower themes. We just LOVE the beautifully detailed bride and groom, and the nesting birds on the tiers of blossoms. Made exclusively for The Wedding Party by Bay Area artist, Amy Miller.

Our Weddings!

2009-09-19T15:34:00.000-07:00

Jeannine wore a Wtoo wedding gown, and her bridesmaids wore Siri... Love the punchy pink! Congratulations, Jeannine!!

Siri Fabric Promo!!

2009-09-18T10:28:00.000-07:00

Siri is running an AMAZING promotional for bridesmaid dress orders placed by the end of October! We've never seen her offer such a spectacular deal ---it amounts to a savings of hundreds of dollars, for brides who can get their bridesmaids in gear:

**Special Fabric Promotion**

Order any knee or tea-length dress in Heavy Taffeta or Paper Organza
by end of October and the dress is yours for only $200! Order any floor length gown in these fabrics for only $230! Just find your
favorite dress and see if it is available in Heavy Taffeta or
Paper Organza.

To schedule an appointment, call us at 510-420-1338. Don't delay! Offer expires October 30th, 2010

Just arrived! Wtoo Fall 2009 wedding gowns

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We recently met Bay Area make-up artist, Tamra Marie Johnson, and we fell in love with her beautiful portfolio! Many of our clients have no idea where to begin looking for beauty help on their 'day of' - Look no farther! Check out Tamra's profile from Tre Balm:

TAMRA-MARIE JOHNSON
Make-Up Artist

Working in makeup artistry since 2000, San Francisco native Tamra-Marie Johnson has built an extensive background in the field of beauty. Though her gutsy spirit led her to Los Angeles for three years to further expand her skills and industry knowledge, she has recently returned to her roots in the Bay Area.

Tamra-Marie has trained with industry brands including NARS, MAC and Laura Mercier Cosmetics. While living in Los Angeles, she showcased her creative talents in runway shows, commercials, fashion editorials, red carpet appearances and celebrity photo shoots.

Tamra-Marie prides herself on giving her clients a fresh, clean and glamourous look, saying, ”Sure, makeup is about art, but it’s also about giving proper attention to features and how to accentuate your complexion. My beauty philosophy has always been ‘less is more,’ but a radiant face with a hot pink lip can give the unexpected. On the runway, makeup may create an edgy feeling but in real life it can help promote confidence.”

To date, her clientele includes models, actors, and designers, as well as the everyday woman that wants a polished look... She is consistently requested because of her talents, industry experience and a client-first attitude.

In her spare time, you can find Tamra-Marie collaborating with photographers, traveling, shopping vintage boutiques, and uncovering just what is the best darn mascara on earth(?).

For bookings, contact Tre Balm!

More "Our Weddings"...

2008-12-03T23:24:00.000-08:00

This past year, Lynn Lugo introduced knee-length empire dresses, with wraparound sash---the perfect simple, chic choice for summer weddings. They're available with a variety of necklines, and an extravagant array of colors... AND if you have three or more bridesmaids, Lynn Lugo offers a $25. discount per dress! (Pictured in cardinal duppioni.) Don't they look gorgeous!!

Coming soon! Spring 2009 Bridal and Bridesmaids

2008-12-03T23:12:00.001-08:00

New gowns just arrived by Wtoo Brides!

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The pictures are lovely, but the gowns are so much more beautiful in person---The taffeta is light and shimmery, the tulle halter is minimally embellished and SO romantic! All priced under $1000!

Sample Sale!!

2008-10-16T16:59:00.000-07:00

Our sample sale continues! Though the majority of the dresses available are from our bridesmaid and special occasion collections (Starting at $99!), we do still have a small number of extraordinarily priced wedding gowns available for anyone shopping last minute: Call us to schedule your appointment today!

Our Weddings...

2008-09-14T09:42:00.000-07:00

Congratulations, Amy! We love the gorgeous rust and cocoa bridesmaid dresses--check out Siri's 'Harvard' dress online. It's a super flattering and easy to wear style for all silhouettes! (Photo by Eric Cable.)
Incidentally, one of Amy's bridesmaids is a tremendous photographer who has just launched her own website and blog. Check out Photography by Kemmeo!

Introducing....

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Veils, clutches and embellishing accessories for brides! There are many ways to transform a simple gown and make it your own. Call us to schedule an appointment to view our newly expanded collection.

Bridesmaid gifts!

2008-09-03T11:03:00.000-07:00

We recently discovered a fabulous etsy shop, Made By Stella, who features a chic, affordable collection of handmade jewelery we think would make perfect gifts for your bridesmaids! She's a local artist, and can custom design pieces for yoru group as well. Check out the etsy site: Made By Stella

Nicole Miller: New arrivals!

2008-08-20T08:34:00.000-07:00

New Siri dresses and gowns: Fall 2008

2008-07-17T11:59:00.001-07:00

Siri's new Fall 2008 collection is arriving, and as always it's lovely! The wedding gowns are customizable by both fabric and color, and are 100% silk. Call us to schedule an appointment to view the dresses in store

Our weddings...

2008-07-17T11:49:00.000-07:00

Gorgeous color palette, by one of our favorite brides this year! A combination of terracotta and flame silk shantung and dupioni dresses, with chocolate accents, by Lynn Lugo and Siri.

New!! Wtoo Bridal, by Watters

2008-05-19T17:08:00.000-07:00

From the runway (Courtesy of Brides.com), we've just received the first gowns from the new Wtoo Brides collection. A new collection from the Watters company: Same classic design and embellishment---Priced under $1000!

Nicole Miller Wedding Dresses

2008-05-19T16:38:00.000-07:00

Spring Collections are Arriving Daily!

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Including new styles from Siri, Wtoo by Watters, Lynn Lugo and Nicole Miller!

Happy Holidays Everyone!

2007-12-17T08:59:00.000-08:00

The Wedding Party will be open slightly modified hours this coming December 27th, 28th, and 29th (11 AM - 4 PM). We will be closed December 24th, 25th and 26th, as well as December 30th and January 1st. We'll be back to our normal business hours beginning January 2nd, 2008.

Siri: Spring 2008

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Milkfed Press

2007-10-27T08:49:00.000-07:00

Even before Victoria at Milkfed Press made the most lovely birth announcement for The Wedding Party's latest addition, baby Dylan, we have been HUGE fans of this local letterpress artist.

Simple wedding gown....Should I wear a veil?

2007-10-04T15:53:00.000-07:00

Some of Nicole Miller's wedding gowns are so simple and sexy, I am often asked by brides, "What style of veil should I wear with this?" In particular, I hear this from women who are getting married on the beach or in a family member's backyard, or any venue in which the formality of a full-length veil may seem a bit out of sync with the more casual vibe of the ceremony. We love forgoing the veil altogether, in favor of the romantic Billie Holiday-style flower-behind-the-ear look. And, check out this super chic "birdcage veil" alternatives by Leah C. Millinery!

Couture Knits

2007-10-04T11:57:00.000-07:00

We recently had the privilege of meeting local artist and couture knitwear designer Loretta Warner:
The yarns are hand-spun, and hand-dyed; the shawls are hand loomed-- This is an incredibly precious accessory for brides and mothers who appreciate the detail work, and want to introduce a unique element to the their ensembles!

He proposed!!!

2007-10-03T17:35:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to my dearest, smartest and loveliest friend
Mai Fernando
who was recently asked for her hand by the handsome and ever so accomplished Dorian...
and she said 'Yes'!! Go girl!
Congratulations to you both! xoxox

Lynn Lugo: New Dresses!

2007-10-03T08:27:00.000-07:00

Every season, our designers introduce new colors, new silhouettes and generally expand their collections in such a way that they seem to encompass every fashion forward palette, every ready-wear-trend, and in essence ensure that they have something for everyone! Check out what Lynn Lugo is doing this season:

Lynn Lugo, as always among one of the bridal market's most contemporary bridesmaid dress collections, recently introduced knee-length empire baby-doll dresses, sultry blouson charmuese,
and retro puff-sleeve confections. This season, her 'build your own bridesmaid dress' platform includes pencil skirts and boxpleats, in addition to everyone's favorite circle skirt/a-line.

More samples!

2007-09-01T09:39:00.000-07:00

Shoot us an e-mail if you would like to recieve an invitation to our upcoming Sample Sale Blow-Out Weekend. Here are a few more 'preview' dresses from Lynn Lugo, Siri and Bouffant:

Today's Bride Summer 2007 Ad

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Coming in September...

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Vintage inspired wedding gowns, by Siri. 100% silk, simple, elegant, affordable!

Now featuring wedding gowns by Nicole Miller

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Introducing Mother-of-the-bride

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What's New for Fall

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Siri's new bridesmaid styles for Fall have arrived!

Welcome

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Welcome to The Wedding Party's Blog! Find out what's new, connect with our favorite local vendors, get tips and trends.