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If you have an ample budget for your wedding day and would want to opt for designer wedding dresses, you might want to have your gowns made earlier on before the date when you would need it because the names on the list are among the most sought after designers in the world.

Badgley Mischka
This is the fashion arm of Mark Badgley and James Mischka. Badgley Mischka was launched as a label in 1988 and their lineup of bridal gowns was introduced in 1988. Known for its easy-to-wear yet elegant gowns, Badgley Mischka becomes a favorite among celebrities including Oprah Winfrey.

To add to its buzz, Badgley Mischka designed the second wedding dress for actress Kristin Davis who plays the character Charlotte York in the hit TV series “Sex and the City.”

This line can be found in Beverly Hills and Boston, at boutiques in the Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman.

Giorgio Armani
It might be hard for one to get his personal service especially if you are not Tom Cruise or Katie Holmes. But you can still opt to buy from his haute couture line, the Armani Prive but, of course, for a very pretty price. This can be ordered and made to wear but is not available in stores.

Armani Prive made history when its Paris fashion show was the first ever of its kind to be streamed online and live.

Vera Wang
This former US figure skater became more known for her line of wedding dresses among many others. If you can’t afford to go straight to her boutiques in New York, Beverly Hills, Boston or Waikiki, you can derive ideas from her book, “Vera Wang on Weddings,” that was released in 2001 by Harper Collins.

The Vera Wang China and Crystal collection that was started in 2002 has been the source of three among the top ten best-selling models at the bridal registries in all the United States at a period of six months being in the business.

Vera Wang, aside from the line of gowns and clothes, has also come up with her own line of fragrance, eyewear, even jewelries, shoes and house ware products.

Monique Lhuillier
Diane Monique Lhuillier rose to fame as a celebrity fashion designer for wedding dresses when she did Christine Baumgartner’s dress when she married Kevin Costner in 2004, then shortly after, she also did Britney Spears when she exchanged vows with Kevin Federline. Among her other prominent customers are Sarah G. Lee, Al and Tipper Gore’s daughter, Giuliana DePandi who married Bill Rancic, “The Apprentice” winner and actor Scott Holroyd’s bride, Allison Munn.

With this portfolio, this Philippine-born fashion designer that is now based in the United States is now one of the most sought after among her field. Aside from wedding gowns, she is also now known for evening wear. Some of her works were even showcased on the red carpet being worn by famous Hollywood stars.

If designer wedding dresses are your thing and if this is what you want to see yourself wearing on your special day, you must be prepared to allot a hefty sum to be able to acquire one. But not minding the price, this surely will make your day memorable because, for sure, wedding gowns of this caliber would make you feel and look good.

There are few occasions that are as nerve-wracking as prom night. This is because, aside from the anxiety provoking “what ifs” the night of the prom, you have to avoid all of the potential pitfalls leading up to the prom. Whether you’re going with the date of your dreams or you’re planning to attend the prom with a group of girlfriends, there’s no getting around the issue of prom dresses. Finding the right eveningwear such a formal occasion can seem like an impossible challenge. Here, then, are answers to common questions that relate to prom dresses, homecoming dresses, and quinceanera dresses.

1. I’m short and want to look taller for my prom. What should I do?

There are three elements that can help you appear taller on your special night: the right heels, the right prom dress, and the right hairstyle. First, plan on wearing high heels. Whether you add one inch or three with high heels, it’s important that you look for prom dresses that will accommodate the heels. You might want to go with a cocktail length dress, but a floor length dress will add length to your body – and an illusion of height. Look for floor length prom dresses that have side slits for better maneuverability. Finally, take care in selecting your hairstyle. Go with an updo to add height – even if you need to add extensions or a hairpiece.

2. I’m a senior in high school, but I look like an eighth grader. How do I look older for prom?

When it comes to maturity, keep two things in mind: bearing and appearance. Body language is important, in that how you move your body, how you tilt your head, the timber of your voice, and the way you walk all speak volumes about your perceived age. While you definitely don’t want to pretend you’re someone you’re not, this might be a good opportunity to practice skills that will help you evolve into the person you want to be. Practice walking in your prom shoes, watch your facial expressions in the mirror, record your voice to hear how it sounds, and so forth. Make any adjustments (and practice) so that your mannerisms reflect what you feel inside.

When you look for prom dresses, look for those that are more formal. Formal clothing makes women appear older, as do colors that are dark and rich. Depending on your coloring, you might want to go with jewel tones, black, or chocolate brown.

3. How do I know how to have my hair styled for prom?

How you fashion your hair greatly depends upon the style of your prom dress. If your dress has a high collar or a busy neckline, an updo is the only way to go. On the other hand, if your prom dress is sleeveless, strapless, or has spaghetti straps, you can wear your hair long or short, full or sleek. The one caveat is to make sure your hair doesn’t cover up an important feature of your prom dress. That gorgeous keyhole back, for example, will be invisible if you have hair down to your waist!

Our 2011 Summer has finally arrived, and for all the costume party enthusiasts that just can’t wait for Fall for Halloween to arrive once again, you may be searching for some really cool adult costume ideas for your next hot summer shindig!

The BBQ is ready, the burgers are seasoned, but you want to add a little more pizzazz to your outdoor summer party. So you decide to throw a costume party, but where do you begin? I will help you with some fun ideas that will have your guests requesting a costume encore party for many summer seasons to come.

Throwing a home and backyard costume party is a great way to entertain your guests, and is a fantastic way for new people to meet other individuals in a fun and interactive environment.

If you have gone to a get-together in the past where you don’t know many people, it can sometimes be very awkward, but when you create an interactive theme and add fun costumes, everyone can play the part, plus it allows all the guests to mingle comfortably in a unique non-stressful atmosphere.

Before sending out your invitations, you want to create a costume theme that is not difficult to achieve, and does not cost a lot of money. Some of the most popular theme parties in the past have been Hawaiian, Mardi Gras, Masquerade parties, but how about you get a little more creative and think of something that may not have been done yet, and if you’re having some difficulty coming up with any ideas, let me help you!

If You And Your Guests Love Movies, Fantasy, And Adult Party Themes, Read On!

When organizing a birthday party for children, it’s usually very simple and most kids enjoy being a clown, cowboy & cowgirl, or their favorite sci-fi characters. However, for adults you want to create a little more stimulation for the guests, and create that party theme that people just want to be a part of and talk about for weeks on end afterwards.

How do you go about creating this knockout theme party you ask? It’s simple! First you have to understand the type of guests you are going to invite, and then tailor the theme around what they like and their personalities.

This will determine how risky or tame your adult costume party will turn out to be. You don’t want to go too crazy if you happen to invite your parents, or future In-laws, and you don’t want to go to soft if you have a wild group of friends that like to go all out!

Adult Fun Starts With A Unique Theme And What You Create Around It

Once you determine your guests’ character traits, your next step is to find decorations, and also have your food complement the theme of your party. So you have a wild bunch of partiers? How about having a “Saran Wrap Party”! This one is easy, all you have to do is get all your guests to arrive wearing only Saran Wrap, and they can get as creative as they like, or they can be as revealing as they feel comfortable with. How about having a backyard beach party with a twist. All the men have to wear a one or two-piece women’s bathing suit, and the women have to wear men’s attire such as board shorts and beach shirts.

Now I know you may be asking where the fun is for the women wearing guys attire. The whole purpose is to get the guys in those g-string bikinis and create a really funny atmosphere. The men will be feeding off the humour and the women will feel less intimidated and possibly more open to the environment when meeting new guys at your party.

Whatever you decide to do, have fun and use your imagination. Get balloons, streamers, and lots of fun decorations, because they will really add to your theme and party atmosphere.

If you need to find costumes and accessories, and you just don’t have the time to drive all over town to find something really cool, consider many of the online costume shops that are offering fantastic summer deals! This is the best time to find what you need, because it’s not as busy as the fall season, and you will get your selected items quickly, and just in time for your next summer costume bash. Good luck and have fun!