AFFLUENT BRIDE debuts their Exclusive PANACHE Vendor Package for Luxury Wedding Advertisers

Posted by Brenda Lopez, CEO & Founder - AffluentBride.com

7-29-2009 AffluentBride.com is pleased to announce today their most prestigious PANACHE Wedding Vendor Package which incorporates a customized premium video web commercial presentation for select luxury wedding vendor advertisers.

“Our state-of-the-art PANACHE Wedding Vendor Package offers luxury bridal advertisers a truly unique branding concept and superior marketing edge to promote their upscale wedding services far ahead of the competition.” says Lopez, CEO & Founder.

“In fact there is no other luxury wedding advertising platform for upscale bridal advertisers that currently offers vendors such a sophisticated level of luxury and panache in this niche market to exponentially reach thousands of couture, high end brides as part of our elite Luxury Wedding Alliance.”

“Designed to compliment their expansive wedding vendor editorial, our video production studio will create a customized state-of the-art video web commercial presentation that combines the perfect music score and professional voiceover talent (male or female) to enhance their image as an upscale wedding resource…… one that will readily draw attention from an affluent wedding audience seeking the most exclusive luxury bridal resources for their own luxe wedding event.”

Vendors can preview a PANACHE Vendor Package HERE

Wedding vendors who choose to participate with PANACHE Vendor Package receive an enhanced full page Luxe Wedding Showcase listing w/ featured editorial in 550 words or less, PREMIUM video web presentation with voiceover and music, contact info including email, phone, website and receive a more prominent placement within their select wedding vendor category.

“As part of our prestigious wedding alliance we offer elite bridal vendors a truly unparallel luxury branding opportunity to further assist them in reaching those high end brides who can not only afford but appreciate their upscale services.”

Says Lopez “Wedding advertisers who are truly seeking an effective way to differentiate their company’s brand and set their elite wedding services apart from the competition in catering to the luxury wedding market are being offered this select opportunity to do so by exponentially increasing their own luxury brand’s recognition and distinguished value in this preferred sector.”

For additional information regarding this and other Luxury Bridal Vendor Advertising Opportunities available with AFFLUENT BRIDE, vendors may visit their Advertiser Page for more details or simply call toll-free 1-877-274-3338.

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Popular Summer Wedding Trends for 2009 Luxury Weddings

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Bold is Beautiful AGAIN

It’s not your mother’s wedding anymore! This year’s 2009 summer wedding season represents a favorable return turn to vibrant, bold colors reminiscent of turquiose blue waters straight out of the Caribbean, to a simpler wildflower “garden variety” palate of sunny daisy yellows, mauve and sage green.

Eco-Destination Weddings on the rise

Gaining much ground in popularity are eco-friendly Destination Weddings to exotic locations such as Costa Rica, Belize, Bali, Granada – Spain, St Lucia and Capetown South Africa which now reign in as some of the TOP choices for discerning, affluent couples who wish to plan a socially conscious wedding and one that will reflect their concern over the environment amidst an absolutely breathtaking backdrop. Be sure to visit our most notable list of destination wedding planners and destination wedding photographers and photojournalists to ultimately guide you on your way to an extraordinary event!

Discerning engaged couples can also find some interesting vogue designers that cater to the more eco-conscious bride, such as Conscious Clothing with their stunning array of sustainable hemp silk couture as well as Rene Geneva Design who is not only regarded as carbon neutral in her business practice but also specializes in sustainable, fair trade wedding dresses for the bride to be. View our complete list of wedding dress designers.

POSH INVITATIONS take center stage

Prepare top be DAZZLED!

When it comes to selecting an upscale invitation designer, nothing sets the tone more for your luxury wedding than the 1st impression your wedding stationery resonates to your invited guests by
providing the WOW factor to capture the attention of your invited guests.

Another rising trend in regards to invitations has to do with the delivery of such. Many affluent newlyweds are now choosing to have their posh wedding invitations delivered directly to their invited guests courtesy of the engaged couple’s own hands or entrusting them to an elite courier service. Can we say oooh la la… Now that’s service!

Bring on the RING BLING!

For the summer wedding season, bridal ring bling is not only getting bigger but better. The year’s hot ticket introduces the bride to much more opulent pairings such as rare colored diamonds alongside glittering gemstones. From radiant rubys to sparkling sapphires….the sheer combinations will have you taking more than a second glance.

VINTAGE anyone?

Why not consider adding a VINTAGE TOUCH to your wedding reception with the rental of a Photo Booth, such avaiable through NYC Photobooth. This just happens to be one of the most extraordinary concepts to re-invent itself in decades, allowing Gen X and Baby Boomers to take that trip back down memory lane. ( Some further back than others I’m afraid …lol )

WEDDING EVENT ARTISTS ….your celebration as it unfolds on canvas

To evoke a unique and sophisticated touch to your celebration, consider contracting with a live event artist for your wedding to capture and preserve the memories of your wedding day event as they unfold, LIVE and on canvas. The process alone will prove to be simply fascinating for your invited guests. Wedding event artists can be found in most major cities with many open to traveling to your venue Worldwide.

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Fashion Fix-It Tips for the Bride from NYC Celebrity Stylist Allison Berlin of Style Made Simple

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Trick or Treat?

I get a lot of requests to divulge my tricks of the trade. For example, what keeps the girls from peeking out of that low cut halter gown? How can I fill out that Vera Wang strapless number? What do I do when I get more deodorant on my shirt than under my arm? The answers to those burning fashion fix-it questions and more were reserved for closed sets until now!

Chicken Cutlets - that’s what the pros call ‘em! They’re actually uplifting silicone bra inserts that help fill-out or even-out. I’m also a fan of Low Beams and Fashion Forms Gel Petals for those overly attentive areas. Find them here

Topstick – the stylists’ go-to fix-it. More powerful that Hollywood Tape, the little yellow box was originally meant for keeping toupees(!) in place. I use it to keep a loose hem from dangling, a collar from flopping over, and a button-front shirt peek-a-boo free. Find them here

Shout Wipes – Keep these individually wrapped wipes in your handbag ready for a clumsy moment. First, wipe off the excess solution on the back of your hand, then gently DAB (not wipe) the stain. I used this to remove a small blood stain on a white dress just before my client walked the Red Carpet, seriously. Find them here

Deodorant – possibly the most unusual solution, simply rub the thin foam padding covering the top of a dry cleaner’s hanger against the white mess and suddenly you’re ready to go (provided it’s not a huge mark). I have no idea how I learned this but it works wonders!

T&A- Gowns require some serious structure to look effortless. Shapers should be every brides BFF and attend all dress fittings. Spanx panties have the best sucking power and come in all different lengths from the rib cage to the thigh. If you’re small busted, have the bra cups sewn into your gown. If you’re blessed with more, skip the strapless bra and invest a good nude bustier (they often sell this at the bridal shop). My favorite bra tricks for ‘girls’ of all sizes? Braza bra extenders allow you to wear your regular bra with a scoop back top or dress, and a 2in safety pin attached to the back of your bra straps can turn your regular bra into a racer-back without that high, thick panel down the middle. You can find them here and
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Travel stylist - want all the glamour of being a stylist but none of the physical labor? Become your own pro with a travel styling kit. Make sure your planner/bridesmaid/mom has this handy in the bridal suite the day-of. It has what you need to fix last minute wardrobe malfunctions for the bride or groom! here

ABOUT Allison Berlin of Style Made Simple

Recently named one of NYC’s Best Personal Stylists by Page 6 Magazine, Style Made Simple private styling is founded by celebrity stylist Allison Berlin. “I’ve been in the fashion industry in NYC for 10 years styling for the likes of Stacy London, O Magazine and Victoria’s Secret, but I most enjoy working with real women and helping them realize their most confident, beautiful selves.” A veteran of luxury Manhattan weddings, Red Carpet events and photo shoots, Allison is committed to working with each bride starting with the concept consultation through finding The Dress, accessories and outfitting the wedding party.

Affluentbride.com readers enjoy a Style Made Simple special offer for 15% off Bridal Tours or Bridal Luxe services. www.stylemadesimple.net/bridal.html

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Revolutionizing the Art of Cake Display from Vikki Smyth Presentationware

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Vikki Smyth, Inc. and her line of food presentationware have taken the luxury bridal and event design industry by storm and the owner / designer has only just scratched the surface.

With the sole goal of Revolutionizing the Art of Cake Display, and what a display it is, Smyth is elegantly gracing wedding tables everywhere as more and more brides are “getting away from traditional silver displays” and moving towards her innovative, clean and contemporary, cake display designs and other distinctive food displays that will work equally well for hors d’oeuvres at your elegant reception.

Dazzling in appearance, Smyth’s Full Moons, Quads, and many other designs, reveal a uniqueness in wedding cake presentation with a great sense of style and sophisticated taste. And the best part? Smyths’ designs are also offered in an array of color, sizes, and shapes for every bride. “My cake platter designs will definitely take the stress out of “What will I display my precious cake on? They are simply beautiful… that’s all- and it’s certainly one less thing for the bride to worry about”, Smyth exclaims.

And spectacular it is. With an impressive client list from the W to Ritz Hotels, Smyth has been supplying platters for selective brides all over the country.

Once the hospitality aspect of business took off, retail came knocking at Smyth’s door. Smyth was invited to design an exclusive bath line for Wynn’s brand new 5-Star Las Vegas property, Encore. “I’m honored to be involved with such a prestigious Hotel,” Smyth proclaimed.

Similar to the clientele of that 5-Star property in Vegas, Smyth’s designs are for those discerning brides who value the extraordinary and have a keen eye for detail. Vikki Smyth’s, Designs to Live For, is, at the very least, a reflection of refined and cultivated taste.

With this in mind, Vikki Smyth’s focus is to consistently develop new products to satisfy the fundamental bridal need, to keep designs exclusive, distinctive, fresh, stimulating, and lastly, to live for!

Visit Vikki Smyth, Inc. to learn more and view their complete food presentationware line.

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