- Real Bride & Groom's Names: Lauren and Chancz McGee - How did he propose? We went on a hike and told me he had a rock in his shoe and wanted me to pull off his shoe to find the rock. Well when I pulled off his shoe I saw the ring and immediately started crying. He got down on one knee and asked me to be his wife. It was so sweet and perfect! - Tell us about your venue and why you chose it: We got married at Patten Chapel and had our reception at The Venue. [...]
We get this question all the time. "Do you guys carry prom?" Prom is tough, because you need a TON of inventory, and honestly we just don't have the space for it. So while we don't carry traditional prom, we do have some good options for the girl who doesn't want a huge ball gown or to sparkle like a disco ball (not that there's anything wrong with that!) For instance, want some sparkle?? Check out these gems! We even have some mix and match two piece sets! Or these fun sparklers by Adrianna Papell What [...]
Times have changed. Guys are really feelin' themselves lately. Gone are the days of boring, boxy tuxes. Celebrities like Justin Timberlake, Neyo, David Beckham, Jay-Z and more are strutting the red carpet in designer duds that are, in a word, fly. So Dude, why aren't you thinking about your prom tux yet? Red? Blue? Black? White? Even merlot! Slim fit, skinny- yep, we have those too. We've got it all here at Monica's, and we are running specials for you guys! It's really so simple. Come get measured and pick out your tux. The week of prom, it will be [...]
We love sparkly things. Gold, platinum, diamond, morganite, sapphire, ruby.... should we go on? An engagement ring is probably our favorite sparkly thing for all that it represents. A promise, commitment, bright futures and happily ever afters. One of the coolest trends in engagement rings is how personalized they've become. Whether it's a rose gold setting or cool stone that means something to you, we love that an engagement ring can really reflect a couple and what is important to them! Here are a list of some awesome trends to inspire your significant other ;) Rose Gold - we love [...]
- Bride & Groom's Name: Krystal Campos and Branden Bruzzese -How did he propose? Branden proposed during a vacation with my family. We were in San Francisco visiting the Golden Gate Bridge when we decided to hike down to the little beach area next to the bridge. As we got to the waterline he began to tell me how much loved me and how he wanted to spend the rest of his life with me. Then he knelt down and proposed and as soon as he knelt down a wave rushed up his leg. It was literally the most perfect [...]
We know that there’s so much to plan in the lead up to your big day. You’ve no doubt got the dress lined up (with us, of course! ;) ), chosen your ideal venue and organized the guest list, but what about your pre-wedding beauty regimen? Now’s the time to start thinking about that. The more informed and better prepared you are the less stressful it’s going to be leading up to the ceremony, and that includes how you look after your skin and hair. With that in mind we’re going to show you how to plan a wedding beauty [...]
Bride and Groom's names: Valerie and Brent Toon - How did he propose? In our living room as we were fixing to leave to go to Costco. He was so nervous and kept saying "I'm so nervous" as he fumbled through the closet. And I was so confused - I couldn't understand why going to Costco was making him so nervous. He then came over to the top of the stairs and explained how he had thought of all the elaborate ways he could have proposed but that he had decided in that moment that it would be best to [...]
We were lucky enough to be part of this dramatic boho shoot at the gorgeous Hiwassee River Weddings and Events last fall and are (finally) getting around to sharing pictures! (We're the worst, we know!) This team of vendors is awesome and what we produced is just gorgeous! We are loving the deep colors and bold furniture. And of course- we had to feature one of our favorite gowns! Find her here --> WTOO Ryley, and of course, at our store! Hair & Makeup: Kimberly Gives Good Hair, Juliet's Beauty Lounge Flowers: Melissa Timm Designs Cake: Ramble Creek Cakes [...]
- Bride & Groom’s Name: Alisha Blevins & Evan Hill - How did he propose? We were going on a trip to Charleston. We woke up early in the morning to make the 6 hour drive. It was our 2 year anniversary of dating and he told me he had a “surprise” for me - though we had both decided not to get each other anniversary gifts because I was in graduate school and we were in the process of buying our first home. He brought in a small jewelry box - I still thought nothing of it. I [...]
For lots of brides, wedding dress boutiques can be intimidating places. Whether they don't like shopping, aren't sure what they want, or just feel pressure to have the "perfect" wedding gown, it can make a fun experience scary. We hate that! We also hate that plus size brides think that finding a wedding gown will be an uncomfortable/not fun experience. We believe every woman should feel beautiful on her big day, and it is our job to create an environment that makes everyone feel comfortable and happy. Photo: Alycia Edgeman Photography Photo: Angela Williams Photography, Life Through the Glass Boutiques also [...]
