ISSUE 10, AUG/SEPT 2015
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ERIC’S NEWS I have been on holiday with Lynette to Cornwall for a few days in August. I love being by the sea lots of new smells and new things to explore. I really like going in the sea but it was quite cold. All sorts of things get washed up and are fun to play with especially seaweed. I met lots of new friends who made a fuss of me and everywhere I went I met new doggie friends. I also went to stay with my girls Missie she tollerates me but I adore her, while Lynette was in Harrogate at some fancy wedding thing. I was a bit miffed she left me behind but was spoilt while I was staying with Missie by Sophie her owner who is soon to become family as she is now engaged to Ted one of Lynette’s sons.
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NEWS Boho Bride has entered the Wedding Industry Awards for 2016! It’s one of the most prestigious wedding industry awards and is open to any UK bridal supplier. There are many catagories for the different types of suppliers, we have entered: • •
New Small Wedding Gown Retailer; and Best Website Design
It would mean the world to us to get through to the reginal finals but we really need your help…
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If you have bought something from us, your gown, shoes, accessories, underwear, jewellery over the last few months and your wedding has taken place or is due to take place before 23rd of October this year you are eligible to vote! I have promised Eric a big fat bone if we get picked! Now you wouldn’t want to let him down would you??? It only takes a few minutes... Just click on the ‘VOTE FOR US NOW!’ text above, fill in your details and write a little something about us... that would be amazing!
Harrogate Wedding Show is the biggest event in the bridal industry with hundreds of exhibitors showing their new collections for 2016. Everything from designer gowns to accessories and everything in between. Its huge and takes three days to go round, with fashion shows and exclusive preview events and VIP champagne bars…my favourite bit! I went up to Harrogate to look for inspiration and to see what is on trend for next year. I’m pleased to say that lace is still very much in and the boho/vintage look is as popular as ever. I also went to meet two of our designers and to look at their new collections which are stunning and very different from the run of the mill stuff. So excited to have some of their gown in the boutique next year for all you lovely B2B to try on. Ivory & Co’s new collection is called a Passage To India with stunning designs in taffeta, duchess satin, silks and lace. They have also launched a new collection of bolero jackets that can be worn with the gowns to give them a very different look from Page 4
ceremony to reception. LouLou Bridals collection didn’t disappoint either so many gorgeous gowns to choose from with lots of corded lace, stain, silk and many with lace sleeves and of course available in three lengths, tea length, ankle length and long. Their other new collection called Louise Bentley which was on show at Harrogate was stunning. Designed for sophisticated brides looking for something different, this collection fitted the bill perfectly. Lots of satin, taffeta and lace simple lines with elegant details. I have also ordered a small collection of Bridesmaids dresses you will be pleased to hear!!! They will be in the boutique early next year. I also visited some of my accessories designers and picked up a new delicious bits to go with other things in the boutique and with some of the gowns in mind. Pretty delicate vintage silk flowers, lace and pearls. All in all a great few days and a great night out with Chris and Jane from LouLou we hit the town on Sunday night!!!
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I had a fantastic time in Harrogate at LouLou Bridals new 2016 Collection Exhibit. The exhibit is stunning and so different from other collections which is why we love them so much. For brides looking for shorter retro gowns you need look no further. The 2016 Collection has lots of lace, silks, satins and of course shorter lengths but also available in ankle length and long in pink, blue, ivory and oyster.
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Stratford Garden Centre Ladies Evening A few weeks ago Stratford Garden Centre opened its doors late for a ladies evening. They do one every year but this was the first time The Shopping Courtyard got involved so we decided to stage a fashion show to promote the boutiques in the courtyard. Organising fashion shows is not something I particularly like doing, so much to think about and so many people to please. Anyway the fashion show started off the event and was attended by 100’s of ladies, which was quite a shock when I peeped from behind the curtain….a bit of panic set in. All our models were members of staff and friends many of them had never done anything like this before so we had a bit of a rehearsal beforehand of how to walk and turn on the catwalk. Interesting!!! Each boutique took it in turns to go down the catwalk showing off their Autumn/ Winter collections and then it was Boho Brides turn. Lots of wows and claps which was very welcoming, last down the catwalk was Lovely Lizzie a Terry Fox gown which really got the ladies excited. A stunning gown with corset top embellished with vintage lace, jewellery and buttons and a taffeta shirt with layers of soft tulle. Afterwards lots of ladies rushed over to the boutiques in the courtyard to take a closer look at the collections that has been in the fashion show. At one point my boutique was full of ladies all eager to take a closer look at Lovely Lizzie. A fantastic night for everyone and the weather was perfect…..lots of champagne drank too!! Page 10
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Our coffee morning was a great success and lots of fun too!
and silver teapots which made our table display look fantastic.
We had lots of visitors who donated cakes, raffle prizes and who gave so generously.
Also thanks to allthingslucy.co.uk who came along with a selection of some of her stunning vintage inspired haircombs and accessories. The coffee morning went on all day with visitors popping in for cake and tea as a result we have raised over ÂŁ250 pounds.
The theme was vintage of course, thanks to Jayne Gaynor from Antoinette Heirlooms for supplying the pretty vintage china
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Such a worthy cause and very close to my heart having had friends that have suffered from cancer I know how important it is for everyone to get support and care when they need it and hopefully one day we will find a cure for this dreadful disease.
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Boho Bride has entered the Wedding Industry Awards for 2016! It’s one of the most prestigious wedding industry awards and is open to any UK bridal supplier. There are many catagories for the different types of suppliers, we have entered: • New Small Wedding Gown Retailer; and • Best Website Design It would mean the world to us to get through to the reginal finals but we really need your help… If you have bought something from us, your gown, shoes, accessories, underwear, jewellery over the last few months and your wedding has taken place or is due to take place before 23rd of October this year you are eligible to vote! I have promised Eric a big fat bone if we get picked! Now you wouldn’t want to let him down would you??? It only takes a few minutes... Just click on Ribbon below, fill in your details and write a little something about us... that would be amazing!
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Calling all B2B….It’s time to start looking for your dream wedding gown!
At Boho Bride our mission is to make your magical wedding journey truly special and memorable for the right reasons. So to help you on your way If you are getting married next year its time to start making appointments we are giving a £50 voucher to any B2B who books an exclusive one to one to try on wedding gowns. The earlier you start looking the better, you consultation with us up to the end of October. need to allow 5-6 months before your wedding to order your gown. Some gowns take 4 months to arrive at the boutique then then you need to You can be sure of our individual attention, we only ever have one bridal allow a month for alterations and another month to buy your accessories consultation at a time so we can give you our full attention. We also serve and the final finishing touches. complimentary fizz and you can bring a couple of guests with you too. And don’t forget you will get to meet Eric the shop dog. He loves meeting the To begin with, it’s about finding a style that suites you, sweetheart neck, A brides!! line, off the shoulders, strapless, short, princess, with train without….the list of different styles is endless. When you have found a style that suites you then is the time to perhaps revisit the boutique you have already been into and try on those styles again. Your gown need to reflect your personality and it has to be appropriate for the style of wedding venue you have chosen too. I know there is so much to take into consideration but at the end of the day you need to love your gown and it needs to make you feel very special. The whole experience should be special from the minute you walk into a bridal boutique to the minute you walk down the aisle. Every care and
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I’ve carefully handpicked my British designers for their elegant, exquisite designs. Sensuous silks, deluxe organza and delicate lace combine to create the most beautiful and flattering wedding dresses ever imagined. Your magical wedding journey starts from the moment you enter my boutique for your exclusive one to one fitting. I ensure you will feel very special, enjoying complimentary fizz and treats while you try your chosen selection of gowns, shoes & accessories. I guarantee you will look and feel stunning in the most important dress you will ever wear!
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