Gaylord National Resort Unveils Once-in-a-Lifetime Dream Wedding Offer with Gilt City DC and One Lucky Couple Will Save 40 Percent Off an All-Inclusive Waterfront Wedding at RiverView Terrace

National Harbor, Md. [February 8, 2012]—This Valentine season, Gaylord National Resort is maximizing the romance factor with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for engaged couples when they log-on to Gilt City today. In celebration of the most amorous time of year, the Washington, D.C. area’s acclaimed resort has partnered with Gilt Groupe's local lifestyle arm, Gilt City DC, to offer an all-inclusive, customized dream wedding – sealed with a kiss at an incredible 40 percent off the regular value.

Today, Gaylord National will present RiverView Terrace, the capital region’s newest premier outdoor waterfront venue, to Gilt City subscribers in search of the perfect location to tie the knot. The first couple to purchase this extraordinary offer – valid April 7, 2012 through March 31, 2013 (some black-out dates apply) – will be united in front of 150 of their closest family and friends at a breathtakingly beautiful riverside ceremony.

They will then experience a reception of supreme style and unparalleled service with creative fine-dining cuisine from Gaylord’s award-winning banquet team and exclusive, show-stopping features like a private fireworks display over the Potomac River – Gaylord’s signature “Kiss Goodnight.” A quality wedding venue for local brides.

WEDDING JEWELRY: NOBLE HOUSE DESIGNS

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Can't you just see yourself wearing this amazing necklace with your strapless wedding dress? Love this necklace by Noble House Designs. This is for the bride that is totally going for the "WOW" factor.

WEDDING WEB SITE: TAILORED.CO IS HERE

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Tailored.co is changing the way people shop for weddings as the first online personalized shopping site where brides can discover and purchase products and services that match their unique style and budget.

Tailored is the ONLY place online where brides can find and collect inspiration, browse wedding products hand-selected just for them, create lists of their favorite finds, and share their picks with family and friends, all in one place - an online bridal resource to discover, shop, share!

Tailored is a members-only platform where brides not only discover new brands and up-and-coming designers, but also get personalized recommendations on products and services based on their taste, budget, and wedding-planning needs. The personalized experience begins at sign-up with a quick and easy interactive quiz. Unlike other inspirationally-driven platforms, all of the items and services that are shared on Tailored can be purchased, allowing users to easily buy the items that are inspiring them. With over 160 affiliates, Tailored will offer the largest wedding catalog online – proud to feature products from such national retailers as Macy’s, Bloomingdales, The Knot, and Sandals Resorts, among many others!

In addition to aggregating personalized recommendations, Tailored creates a platform where brides can follow users with similar tastes and engage with their family and friends to gain instant feedback through sharing their curated lists. An easy way to keep the entire bridal party involved without dragging the crew all over town!



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GIFT FOR YOUR GROOM: FINGERPRINT CUFF LINKS

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I was working on a story for our sister publication, façon magazine, when I came across this incredible pair of cuff links. I thought that this was one of the sweetest, most endearing ways to tell your guy that you love him. Perfect gift for the groom. Check out this and the entire line of fingerprint options at Jane Wear Jewelry.

WEDDING JEWELRY: JENNIFER LAUREN BIJOUX

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How darling is this necklace? Keep your sweetie with you at all time. This name necklace by Jennifer Lauren Bijoux is hand-stamped in silver.

BRIDESMAIDS GIFTS: OUI OUI TO HARABU HOUSE

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Too, too cute. The City Tote by Madame Mo was created as an alternative to plastic bags and comes direct from France. The design is adorable and would make a fab gift for your bridesmaids.

WEDDING DRESSES: VIEW FALL 2012 VERA WANG COLLECTION

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