Posts Tagged ‘Miosa’

Need your something blue? Well, Real Weddings Brides, check out these fabulous frocks from Europe found here locally at Miosa Couture. Sure to intrigue and inspire!

Danbury

Tulle and lace, this strapless showstopper with features a dramatic black attachment at the waist and a retro length skirt. Couture in contrast.

Dalian

Duchess satin takes the wedding cake here, with a gorgeous sheer and bedded neckline cascading into a voluminous skirt.

Darwin

The evolution of style on display with this tulle number featuring a sweetheart neckline and gorgeous appliqué at the waist.

Delta

Be the belle of the ball in this silky taffeta stunner with a sweetheart neckline and brilliant appliqué down the bodice.

Dillon

For the daring, go dramatic with this black and white lace overlay head turner. The black sculpted lace top sets the mood and the white mermaid skirt brings the look home. Not for the meek, but certainly worth the risk!

Find all these lovely gowns at Miosa Bride, 1125 J Street in Sacramento. 916-443-1301, miosabride.com.

Blog post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

Photos courtesy of Blue by Enzoani.

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Ready for some eye candy? You need only close your eyes and start dreaming. Let us introduce you to one of Barcelona’s finest wedding gown purveyors, Pronovias.

For 2011, they invite you to dream big and imagine of the most beautiful, elegant and stylish dress conceivable for your big day. Here are a few of our favorites from their alluring Dream Collection:

Fantastica

Fantastic, indeed. You’ll look as effortless as a cloud in this gorgeous strapless gown with a sweetheart neckline, bustline detail, snug bodice and cascading skirt.

Aire

Walk on air with poise and grace wearing this elegant number, featuring a v-neckline, fitted pleated bodice and full ruffled skirt.

Aloe

Cinderella 2.0. This striking silhouette was designed for a princess with beaded appliqué at the bust, fitted and pleated bodice, and a full skirt of stunning tulle. Glass slipper not included.

Fugaz

Statuesque and seductive, this chic Mermaid style gown follows your best curves in fabric detailing with a sweetheart neckline, banded waist and flare skirt. Michelangelo would be inspired.

Fidji

Dare to wear feathers! If you thought that look was only for the birds, think again. These master designers have created a skirt overflowing with tiny feathers, the perfect addition to an already spectacular dress.

Find selected Pronovias gowns at Miosa Couture, 1125 J Street in Sacramento. 916-443-1301, miosabride.com.

Blog post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

Photos courtesy of Pronovias.

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Just a reminder on a special discount for you, Real Weddings Brides…

Ok, you know how we love our sales over here at Real Weddings Magazine, but for all of our Real Weddings brides, we’ve got a little bit more…that’s right a special additional discount exclusively for readers of Real Weddings Magazine! Want to know more? Read on dear brides!

Miosa Bride is having a sample sale from February 20-22, 2011 — doors open at 9 a.m.!

Here’s your chance to snag your own dazzling dress at a greatly discounted rate…up to 75% off!

But wait, here’s where the special Real Weddings discount comes in…if you call and make an appointment for this sample sale and mention that you’re a Real Weddings bride, you’ll receive an additional 10% discount on your purchase — that can add up to some huge savings for you!

So, here’s what you do: call 916-443-1301 and tell them that you heard about the sample sale and extra Real Weddings Magazine 10% discount. Then they’ll set up your appointment to come in and select the gown of your dreams!

Samples will be priced to move, starting as low as $200, and they’ll have plenty of both new and sample accessories in stock as well.

Walk-ins are welcome, first-come-first-serve, but will be limited to two guests per bride-to-be. If you would like to bring more guests please call to reserve a space. If you’re a walk-in, you can still get the extra Real Weddings discount at this sample sale, but you just have to tell them that you’re a Real Weddings bride or print off this blog post and bring it with you!

Find them at Miosa Bride, 1125 J Street in Sacramento. 916-443-1301 and miosacouture.com.

Photo courtesy of XSiGHT.

Extra Real Weddings discount valid only for this sample sale during February 20 – 22, 2011 — bride must mention that she’s a Real Weddings bride in order to receive this extra discount during this special sale.

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Where did the week go? Could it be Thursday already? Time to get cracking on those gorgeous gowns.

Enzoani has quickly become a well-respected name in bridal fashion by offering European influenced designs, attention to detail and focus on the fit. Since the debut of the first Enzoani bridal collection in 2005, he has introduced the highly successful Blue line. Here’s a taste of the 2011 Blue collection, all the dresses given a dazzling “D” name:

DALIAN

A sheer, embellished neckline starts things off on an elegant note. The duchess satin folds stylishly across the bodice and cascades into a beautifully draped full skirt.

DAMAS

The strapless bodice is covered in gorgeous lace with an eye-catching ornamentation just under the bust. The skirt is layered silky organza with a delicate lace trim.

DANBURY

This little number has Mad Men written all over it. A strapless bodice covered in lace with a sparkling black bow at the waist and a short length tulle skirt all create a pretty picture.

DELTA

You’ll feel like a Southern Belle in this stunner in silky taffeta with magnificent metallic beading up and down the bodice.

DILLON

Go for the dramatic with this two-tone dress in delicious overlace. A sheer neckline and textured top contrasts a snug ivory skirt opening to a train.

DARWIN

Classic and captivating, this strapless gown neatly folds tulle through the bodice with a sparking embellishment at the torso. The skirt opens full for a romantic silhouette.

Find selections from Enzoani’s Blue Collection at Miosa Couture, 1125 J Street in Sacramento. 916-443-1301, miosabride.com.

Blog Post by Always a Bridesmaid Columnist Darren Elms.

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Welcome back to another installment of Real Weddings Magazine’s Partner Profiles! 

This week, we highlight the exceptionally gorgeous and crazy talented Raquel Siders from Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy. We’ve had the privilege of working with Raquel, Arrvada and Jenifer from Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy on several of our photo shoots, and they’re truly gifted artists. They always seem to know exactly what we’re wanting for our shoots – we think they’re mind-readers!  They’re also just pretty damn cool chicks! 

Here’s a little bit more about Raquel! 

Image Provocateur & VIP-CAT Academy

Tell us a little about your company?  Image Provocateur is the Bridal and Hair Specialists needed for every perfect wedding. Our brides receive full hair, makeup, false lashes and our unique three step water proofing system on location. Our Artists are specially trained to achieve the perfect look every time. 

When did you establish your business? VIP-CAT was launched in 2004, specializing in Bridal Hair & Makeup on Location. In 2007 VIP-CAT expanded into Image Provocateur a full-service Salon, keeping our main focus on our brides. 

What sets you apart from your competition?  All of our Makeup Artists are trained by myself, using my Copywrited Curriculum and the skills and techniques I have developed and implemented into VIP-CAT Academy. We are always striving to be the best, as perfection is our standard while staying on top of current styles and trends. 

Where do you find inspiration?  I have loved makeup and beauty since I can remember! As a young child I fell in love with makeup and art –  that love blossomed into working with brides and getting a chance to share their day and help make it special. 

When you opened shop, what was your promise to your customers? That we would bring out their inner beauty and create the flawless, perfect look they always wanted for their wedding day. And since our makeup and hair lasts up to 12 hours, they would not have to worry about anything but walking down the aisle. Let our professional makeup artists and hair specialists ease your mind. You have worried about everything else… leave your hair and makeup to us. 

Do you have any hidden talents?I have taken my creativity in makeup and I have started designing clothing. This year will see the launch of my clothing line, Black Cat Threads. This line is made from provocatively refurbished rock t’s and lingerie. It’s the way I am going green, with an edge! 

Hair and Make-up for Real Weddings Cover Model Sarah by Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy. Dress from Diamond Bridal Gallery. Photo by True Love Photo. On location at The Citizen Hotel.

Hair and Make-up for Real Weddings Cover Model Sarah by Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy. Dress from Miosa. Photo by True Love Photo. On location at The Citizen Hotel.

 Hair and Make-up for Real Weddings Cover Model Sarah by Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy. Dress from Dreamnette Bridal. Flowers by Camino Flower Shop. Photo by True Love Photo. On location at The Citizen Hotel. 

Do you regularly blog? What’s your blog site?  Yes, our blog is updated every few days and can be viewed at: http://arrvadaimageprov.blogspot.com/ 

What’s your favorite local restaurant?  Wasabi on Greenback in Citrus Heights. I love their Fair Oaks Roll and the Lion King. 

What’s your favorite local charity?  I strongly support WEAVE. As a woman and a mother of a young woman, women escaping a violent environment hits close to home, and you can’t go wrong in supporting your gender and community. 

What is your favorite fun thing to do locally?  Well I have two. One, thrift store hunting for cool rock t’s & lingerie to convert into dresses for my clothing line. Two, heading out to Folsom at Negro Bar to be chased by the crazy ducks! 

Do you have secret vice or indulgence? What is it?  My secret indulgence isn’t too secret! I love wedding cake! Probably the real reason I got into the bridal industry! Love me some frosting! 

What are you most grateful for in life?  My family, especially my beautiful daughter Laurren and the chance to do what I love every day. 

What advice would you can give to brides and grooms getting married today?  Remember, this is a special day, enjoy it. It doesn’t matter if the sun isn’t shining, or the birds aren’t singing. What matters is you are going to have amazing hair and makeup and no one is going to look at anyone else! Enjoy your moment, you deserve to look like the Diva you are. 

Anything else you’d like to share with Real Weddings Magazine’s brides?  You are all beautiful and I am privileged to be able to work with so many of you on your special day. 

Find out more about Raquel and her team at Image Provocateur and VIP-CAT Academy for yourself. Call them at 916-474-5578. Also, check out their profile on Real Weddings Magazine! 

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