Black Friday hours 9AM-6PM November 26, 2009

We are excited to add a BIG something to the great offerings we already have going on at the boutique…

Between the hours of 9AM-11AM on Black Friday, get FREE gown cleaning & preservation services included with your wedding gown purchase!  Value $260. 

Plus…

** Bring in 5 canned goods for the Hawaii Foodbank and receive a FREE bridesmaid dress with your purchase of $500 or more

• ** Save up to 75% off the original retail price on in-stock bridal, bridesmaid, mother and special occasion dresses

We wish you and your loved ones a beautiful Thanksgiving.

Black Friday…NOW! November 20, 2009

Spring 2010 designs are making their way to the boutique and NOW is the time to make room for all the new dresses! Who says we have to wait until the Friday after Thanksgiving to offer fantastic deals to our brides?!

 

Here’s the 411 on what’s on sale::

* Bridesmaids/special occasion dresses priced $49 – 69!!
* Wedding dresses priced 50% – 75% off the original retail price!

Black Friday sale starts November 20th and ends November 29th. Come early for the best selection 

 

And for those of you that want to know what’s new in stock…check out our newest deliveries:

     

Thanks for your vote! June 1, 2009

 

The Honolulu Advertiser just announced the 2009 Best of the Best People’s Choice Awards and we are humbled and SO appreciative that The Bridal Boutique was named one of the best wedding stores! We are in good company with our friends at The Wedding Cafe and Celebrity Tuxedos.

When we opened our doors in 2006, we had a vision of taking care of our brides and clients in a beautiful store environment with service that was easy-going and comfortable. It is such a pleasure and joy to be a part of your wedding planning experience and we hope to be doing it for years and years to come!

This also seems to be the perfect time to thank our families and friends for their continued support of our business and to thank our brides and customers for their loyalty and referrals. You make it so easy for us to do our job so well!

 

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!  ~ Joyce & Cecilia

 

 

to buy or not to buy over the net April 8, 2009

The Bridal Boutique strongly recommends that you do not buy your gown and bridal party attire over the internet.  We know that it’s tempting and that there seems to be an opportunity to save a boat load of $$$, but we’ve heard horror stories… we don’t mean to lecture – just looking out for our brides

Here is an email we recently received from one of our brides  (shared with her permission) which was an awful experience for her, but hopefully will save future brides from a lot of grief:

 

 

“hi Cecilia and Joyce-

My name is  _____ and I have purchased my wedding gown from you; I think I have my fitting this upcoming Saturday. However, I was hoping you could also help me with something else. I recently received the bridesmaid dresses I ordered on-line. To my horror they are nothing like the original one I ordered many months ago. I have made a claim with my credit card company in an effort to get my money back for the dresses as they were not delivered as described. For example, they were supposed to be brown, satin, knee length dresses. One is mauve color, one is floor length and the other was custom made to fit my 5′1″ 105 lb friend and it fits me.

Fortunately, I have been able to find dresses off the rack at Macy’s since I know there is no longer time to order any. The credit card company said I have a good case but it would be made stronger if I found a reputable seamstress/ people who work with fabric to support my claim by writing a short description of what was received as opposed to what was ordered. I was hoping if I bring in the dresses to show you that you might be able to help?

Thank you so much and I look forward to seeing you Saturday,  _____ “

 

 

This is the most important dress you will ever buy. Saving a few dollars is not worth the risk. The internet is a great place to narrow down styles before you visit a store. But when it comes time to purchase, it has been proven time and time again that the best place to buy is a full service bridal store where you can see, feel and try on the dress before you make a commitment.

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding and…  Happy shopping!

Like Maggie? Check out gowns by Sophia Tolli October 28, 2008

 

We are excited that the Sophia Tolli gowns are starting to arrive at the boutique!  The first four to hit the showroom floor are shown below.  Here’s a little background on the designer:

 

After ten years as Head Designer at Maggie Sottero, Sophia Apostolides created a new bridal collection, Sophia Tolli. With its unparalleled craftsmanship and exceptional fit, the Sophia Tolli collection provides an array of gorgeous, show-stopping bridal gowns. Her award-winning expertise in fit and construction is the result of both her childhood experiences and college education.

 

Sophia states, “My collection has two distinct feelings: soft classic romanticism and traditional bridal drama. My signature style will always be gowns with an exceptional fit and cut.”

 

Y1818 – “Carmella”::

 

Y2725 – “Heather”::

 

Y2727 - ”Carley”::

 

Y2801 – “Zarah”::

yee mei fashion studio June 23, 2008

Our seamstress extraordinaire, Yee Mei, has a new website where she will be posting cool “before and after” photos of her work with our brides! From modifying current styles to “temple ready,” and creating bustles to fit every gown style (even the one’s with the long sashes)… you’ll be able to see it all soon online

You can also check out the trendy and super cute clothing line she sells in her studio (right next to our boutique)! The dresses, tops and bottoms are all designed in Hong Kong by her sister. Wear something unique today from Yee Mei Fashion Studio!

Yee Mei Fashion Studio
614 Cooke Street, Suite 202
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

www.ymfashionstudio.com

 

Check out Lei Chic! April 19, 2008

We’re honored to have been mentioned on leichic.com – a free, daily email about all that is stylish in Hawaii! Thanks to Alyson, founder & owner of Le Chic, for the kudos

We wouldn’t have even known about the write-up without the heads up from Tanna at The Wedding Cafe! She’s always looking out for us – and we absolutely appreciate it.

If you have a moment, check out leichic.com and sign up for the daily email to be in the know about everything cool in fashion, beauty, local events, and more!

Joyce and Cecilia off to Fall Market March 23, 2008

Don’t be alarmed that our doors will be closed for a few days… March 23 – 27 to be exact. We are off to the Las Vegas Bridal Market in search of gorgeous, modern and sophisticated bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses and accessories just for you.

In addition to the fabulous designers that we represent now, we are always on the lookout for beautiful looks and trends suited for our special Hawaii brides.

Stay tuned for an update on our fall buying trip!