Hello Zimbo
Brides! Here’s Part 2 of my Emporium Bridal Expo Recap. This part is focused on
the wedding attire (dresses, suits and accessories) and florists.
Wedding Attire
1.
Angelic Looks Bridal
Angelic Looks stocks wedding gowns
from some well-known designers: Alfred Angelo, Pronovias, Sincerity, Benjamin
Roberts, Modeca, Tia, Bonny and Linzi. If you want the dream designer gown at a
reasonable price, this is the place to go! I know a certain bride (*cough*
Nyasha *cough*) who’s got her eye set on a certain Alfred Angelo dress...
Address: 9 Frinton Ave, Mabelreign, Harare
Tel: +2634334208/+26342900360
Mobile: +263 772 278 885/+263 772 804 671
2.
EuStellar House of Brides
EuStellar surely is a one-stop shop
for the couple and their team. They stock gowns, bridesmaid dresses, groom and
groomsmen suits. They also do hair, make-up and nails. This is the place to go
for the fuss-free bride. For our Bulawayo brides, EuStellar House of Brides is
in your city as well.
Address: 7 Admore Close, Chisipite, Harare
Mobile: +263 773 404 470
Byo Address : 37a Brentwood Road, Matsheumhlope, Bulawayo
Mobile: +263 772 703 017
3.
J.B. Couture
I love the fact that we have local
wedding dress designers!!! Joanne Burger offers wedding and formal dress
designs that are in a class of their own. They are purely breathtaking! She
designs according to your taste and body shape, and consultations are strictly
by appointment. I would recommend her to the fashion-forward bride and
bridesmaids, or someone who wants a personal touch to her dress.
Address:16 Kew Drive, Highlands, Harare
Mobile: +263 776 188 137
4.
La Collezione Dei Conti
Haute couture? No, it’s hott couture (I’m allowed one corny
statement per post); Italian designs for the discerning couple. The company is
based in Sandton, but you can place an order and have it delivered here in
Zimbabwe. And with the designs that were on display, you’d want to place an
order. There was this gorgeous bustier made of pearls that was on display, the
only one of its kind. Oooooh... if I hadn’t already had a dress, I would’ve
splurged on it!
Address: Shop U20c Upper Level, Michelangelo Towers Mall, No.
8 Maude Street, Sandton 2196
Tel: +27 11 025 3839
Mobile: +27 76 878 6878
5.
Brides & Dames
Brides and Dames has lovely wedding
gowns and accessories, all you need to complete your wedding look. Fittings are
strictly by appointment, so make sure you make a booking before you show up at
their store. Word on the street says that they have new gowns in stock, so make
that booking fast to see their new styles.
P.S.: Check out their wedding planning
and decor company as well: http://www.facebook.com/BridesDamesPlanningDecor
Address: Shop 5 Mon Repos Mall, Newlands Shopping Centre,
Harare
Mobile: +263 735 752 762
6.
Status-Quo for Men
Visit Status-Quo for suits at
reasonable prices. Pick up a shirt, tie and cufflinks while you’re at it. All
you need for the groom, groomsmen and the fathers is in Status-Quo.
Address: Shop 15 Mon Repos Building, Newlands, Harare
Mobile: +263 775 676 100
Emergency No: +263 712 800 183
Email: statusquonewlands@yahoo.com
Florists
1.
Kirsty Jean Flowers & Decor
All I could say when I saw the stand
for Kirsty Jean was... wow! I say it again, two weeks later... wow! Gorgeous
decor, excellent centrepieces, and the wooden shelter that housed their
creations? Erected it themselves! I’m a creative person, and I believe in celebrating
creativity. Kirsty Jean, I celebrate you!!
Address:12 Knowles Close, Mt. Pleasant, Harare
Mobile:+263 772 289 557
2.
Barbreanne
Confession time: This stand caught my
attention because of the floral arrangements which had purple flowers. I love
purple and our wedding theme includes purple, so obviously my first question
was whether I’d still find purple flowers for my wedding in a few months. I
loved her honesty and the way she was so helpful. A refreshing quality when all
you hear sometimes is, “Ha, don’t worry, tinazvo
zvese (we have it all)!” I recommend them highly.
Address:39 Argyle
Road, Avondale, Harare
Tel: +263 4
2930234
Cell: +263 774 077 600
I hope you find
Part 2 useful. Again, this is only from my first impressions on visiting the
vendors’ stand. I’d love to hear from brides who’ve had personal experience
with our above vendors. The last part, Part 3, will showcase the rest of the
vendors who exhibited. Equipment hiring, cakes, sounds, you’ll find it all
there!
Yes the bridal expo was a hit! My advise to brides is "please don't leave your dress too late!" I need at least 6 months for your order as I buy all of my fabrics from outside the country to get the best quality for your particular design!
ReplyDeleteI love to create a story for your entire bridal party that reflects you and your special day, right down to your garter! Contact me for your personal consultation a.s.a.p.
Joanne Burger
J B Couture Designs
0776 188 137