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Chicago's Michelin star-rated Sepia restaurant now has a fab new private event venue, Private Dining by Sepia. Located next door to the restaurant in the space that previously housed fashion designer Maria Pinto's eponymous boutique (123 N. Jefferson St., Chicago, IL 60661), Private Dining by Sepia offers a warm, inviting, stylish space for hosting events of all sizes. Designed to cater to any occasion, it serves as the perfect backdrop to the inventive seasonal American cuisine created by Executive Chef Andrew Zimmerman. The product-driven menus showcase the quality and purity of the ingredients, highlighting the best of the season. The same care carries through the wine and libation programs, emphasizing artisan winemakers and hand-crafted cocktails. Looks amazing. Chicago Brides, for more information or to plan an event, please call Martha Sarno at 312.441.1920.


BRIDAL JEWELRY: A TOUCH OF GREEN

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Love the look of this gorgeous necklace by Rosena Sammi. The Shahzadi Necklace adds that perfect pop of color, especially if your girls are wearing kelly green bridesmaids dresses.

WEDDING SHOES: BCBG LOVE

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Gorgeous. That's all I can say about the Shannon pumps by BCBG. Just gorgeous.

VEGAS WEDDINGS: 5 Vegas Wedding Dresses Under $450

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I know some of you gals are just not doing the formal wedding thing. You and your groomie are hopping on that plane and headed to Vegas to tie the knot. You go girl! But you will still need a fabulous dress. So here are a few stylish and glamourous options that will surely leave you with enough money to party like a rockstar while you are in Vegas.


Kate Spade, $425.00




J.Crew, $425.00




Galina, David's Bridal, $399.00




BCBG, $295.00



Alice + Olivia, Shopbop, $295.00


WEDDING DRESSES: Victoria Nicole Fall 2011

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This fab dress is from the Fall 2011 line of Victoria Nicole. I love that it is very modern on top and very Scarlett O'Hara on the bottom. A great mix of modern and classic. See the entire collection at Victoria Nicole.



THE CELEBRATION OF GAY MARRIAGE AT THE WEDDING SALON

Same-Sex Brides, Rainbow Aisle Runners, LGBT Certified Vendors, Kleinfeld Bridal, Kleinfeld MEN, Matthew Williamson, Sylvia Weinstock, Shawn Rabideau from the hit TV Show, Bethenny Getting Married, Pinkberry & More Joined Forces for One Night to Celebrate this Historic Occasion


The Bridal Wishlist supports the right of all persons to be joined together in holy matrimony. LOVE is LOVE!!! So we are proud to highlight this fabulous event. The Wedding Salon celebrated this historic occasion with the bridal event of the summer on July 20th at Capitale. Working in collaboration with key gay wedding websites including GayWeddings.com and numerous LGBT Certified Vendors, The Wedding Salon made wedding dreams come to life for all couples alike.

The biggest names in the weddings industry exceeded expectations at this one-night event. Kleinfeld MEN showcased their classic tuxedos for the traditional groom and modern designs for the more fashion-forward groom. Showcasing peak lapels, Swarovski accents, morning tails, silk ties, pocket ties and diamond studded cuff-links, Kleinfeld MEN showed that “It’s not all about the bride” especially with the new horizon of gay marriage. Matthew Williamson additionally showed their support for gay marriage by dressing a lesbian couple in couture wedding gowns underneath a crystal canopy. This canopy became the focal point for the celebration of gay marriage at The Wedding Salon, as the two brides stood on a rainbow aisle runner constructed by Jerry Sibal Design Fusion.

Other trends seen at The Wedding Salon include the use of bright colors, from emerald green to purple reception tables, coral wedding cakes, the colors of the rainbow! Another must-have at weddings will be mini-mini cupcakes as shown by Baked by Melissa, mini-skewered Hors D’Ouevres as displayed by LGBT certified Cocktail Caterers, and LED lighting from cake tables to glow bars. Engaged couples will also look to elements of fun to truly celebrate their weddings in the season ahead by hiring caricature artists to sketch favors and Photo Book Flip Books for guests, another must, Pinkberry Frozen Yogurt

BRIDAL HEADPIECES: Go Big or Go Home!

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When it comes to headpieces, sometimes a girl has to go big or go home. If you have the confidence to pull one of these amazing headpieces off, then I say "GO FOR IT!" These gorgeous designs are the work of Arturo Rios and he is not playing. He wants you to make a grand entrance. So if you don't fancy one of these designs, check out his entire collection.