New Jersey Bride Blog

Looking for the perfect jewelry to wear at your wedding? You just might find it at one of Bloomingdale’s upcoming jewelry trunk shows. More than 6,000 pieces from ten of its most sought-after vendors, including contemporary, vintage, and one-of-a-kind pieces will be available at this first-ever event.

Designers include  Argento  Vivo,  Cara,  Crislu, GK Designs, Kenneth  Jay  Lane,  R.J.  Graziano,  Rebecca, Majorica, Nadri, and Sequin New York, with prices ranging from $25 to $800.

Where & When: Bloomingdale’s, The Shops at Riverside
Thursday – Saturday, November 6-8; 12- 7p.m.
400 Hackensack Ave., Hackensack, NJ
Fashion Accessories, Level 1

Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Short Hills
Thursday – Saturday, November 20-22; 12- 7pm
1200 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ
Fashion Accessories, Level 1

I love the simple elegance of Amsale gowns. Mark your calendar for these upcoming trunk shows in New Jersey:

Bridal Trunk Show:  November 6-8 at Saks Fifth Avenue, the Mall at Short Hills; 973-315-1242.

Bridesmaid Trunk Show:  December 4-6 at Bridesmaids at Nonchalance, Morristown; 973-292-0902.

I just got back from the Priscilla of Boston trunk show in Millburn, and what a fun night it was. Tracy Uomoleale, the designer for the Priscilla line (who also lives in New Jersey!), was on hand to consult with brides and pick out dream gowns for a number of New Jersey brides. Tracy (pictured here with Hoboken bride Lauren LaGreco) is such a talented designer and was fascinating to talk to about how she designs her gorgeous gowns and where she derives her inspiration. She was also great at determining which gowns would look fabulous on which brides. It was really a fun process to watch…almost as much fun as trying on the gowns themselves!

Trunk shows are truly a worthwhile event to attend as a bride. You’re often exposed to designers like Tracy who can truly make your hunt for the perfect gown the best it can be. And you’ll often encounter such extras as gown customizations or discounts. In this case, if you ordered your gown from Priscilla during the trunk show, you’d save 10 percent, which is a sizable discount considering the cost of wedding gowns. And you’ll also meet other wedding vendors who can help you plan your wedding.

At Priscilla’s, Ome Caterers provided unbelievable hors d’oeuvres—the gazpacho and Kobe beef appetizers were my favorite! Steve Bloom Entertainment provided the perfect background music. And the Dain Shoppe, known for their expert bra fittings, displayed some of their great selections, including really fun hoodies for the flower girls.

As I continue to hear about more trunk shows in New Jersey, I’ll let you know. Be sure to keep checking the Trunk Show category on my blog for more listings.

And to see more pictures from the Priscilla of Boston trunk show, click here.

THURSDAY, JULY 24th

12:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Priscilla of Boston

565 Millburn Avenue, Short Hills

973-376-2345

priscillaofboston.com

Don’t miss this trunk show at Priscilla of Boston in Short Hills, where you’ll get the chance to meet designer Tracy Uomoleale—and I’ll also be there! New styles will be available, and if you buy your gown during the trunk show, you will save 10 percent. You’ll also get to meet various other wedding experts, and hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be provided by Ome Caterers.

Great door prizes include a $200 gift certificate for anything in the store and a $500 gift certificate toward a bridal gown.

Designer Tracy Uomoleale: