For most brides, a white or off-white gown is a wedding must. But when it comes to shoes, why not put a fashionable twist on tradition? There’s nothing more exciting than a little glimpse of lilac or hot pink or sunshine-yellow peeking out from under your pristine hem.

This blog post features some of our most coveted bright-hued bridal shoes. Check it out!

When your groom’s mom happens to be one of Houston’s most revered wedding-style experts, you can expect a wedding with more than a little wow. And that’s exactly what Diana Diem Doan Dang had when she married Alvin Truong Nguyen, son of Parvani Vida Bridal & Formal owner, Jeannie Nguyen.

Read about the couple’s magnificent Vietnamese-American nuptials here.

The Princess Bridal
Kristina Eaton-Veil Trunk Show
January 22 - 29, 2010
Tue-Fri 10AM to 5PM, Sat 10AM to 4PM
For more information
call 281.651.9393

Mia Bridal Couture
Amsale Trunk Show
January 29 - 30, 2010
All brides will enjoy a special 15% discount on all Amsale gowns during the event.
For more information
call 713.622.2022

Campbell's Catering
Open House and Tasting
January 30, 2010
12PM to 3PM
For more information
call 281.589.5555

The Houston City Club
Bridal Open House
January 31, 2010
1PM - 3PM
For more information
call 713.840.8223

Maison de Mode
Lea-Ann Belter Trunk Show
January 29 - 31, 2010
15% discount on orders during this event
For more information
call 713.527.8285

Ashelynn Manor
Bridal Open House
January 31, 2010
1PM - 5PM
For more information
call 281.252.3355

Magnolia Hotel
Open House
Saturday, January 30, 2010
12PM - 3PM
For more information
call 281.657.2600

The Princess Bridal
Casa Blanca 2010 Spring Collection
January 29 - 31, 2010
Fri 10AM to 5:30PM, Sat 10AM to 4:30PM, Sun Private Appointments
For more information
call 281.651.9393

Courtyard on St. James Place
Bridal Open House
January 31, 2010
12PM - 3PM
For more information
call 713.621.0555

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The world is full of ridiculously cute place card holders…but most of them have zero use beyond the big day, and, as such, end up discarded soon after. Not very romantic, is it?

Instead of guiding guests to their tables with future landfill fodder, use place card holders that are a little more, well, useful. We suggest such alternatives as elegant silver picture frames, or handy (and chic) luggage tags—especially nice for destination weddings or weddings with lots of out-of-town guests.

Also among our favorites are votive place card holders, such as these lovely silver doves, which can be refilled with new candles and, like new husbands and beloved wedding guests, cherished forever and ever.

Floral tends to be one of the heftiest line items in most wedding budgets. If you’re going to spend on gorgeous wedding flowers, make sure you get your money’s worth by selecting the right floral designer (and team) to transform your fantasy into dewy, living, lavishly arranged reality.

And remember, you don’t just want a brilliant floral artiste (although talent is extremely important)—you also want a professional who’s going to deliver exactly what he or she promises, on time and in perfect wedding-day condition.

Our florist listings are a guide to Houston’s most capable, creative and esteemed floral experts. Start your floral search here, for the freshest picks in town.

Weddings in Houston Magazine offers 384 oversize, glossy, photo-filled pages of wedding advice, ideas and inspiration.

If you just got engaged, you will not want to miss our January issue. Available on newsstands everywhere, or order
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