Black Friday Madness!

 Today has been a nice, steady day at the shop.  Lots of brides are taking advantage of our great sample sale deals and getting 15% off the dress of their dreams.  A wedding gowns beats an HDTV any day, right ladies?

Mia took advantage of Black Friday deals and picked up some great goodies for our Toys for Tots drive.  You know some little girl is going to love unwrapping that pink bicycle on Christmas morning!

We're accepting new, unwrapped toys through mid-December!

Gobble Gobble

This week is going to fly by!  Tomorrow we are closing early at 1pm so we can all go home and make pies for Thanksgiving.  Well...actually most of us will be buying pies (using a credit card makes you a domestic diva, right?).  Friday and Saturday will be a blast, though!  The Black Friday Blowout Sale is on Friday and then its another fun Saturday.  We still have times available for both days, so round up your closest loved ones and come in to try on some dresses!

Our MEG Bride is taking a much needed turkey nap :-)

Holiday Spirit

Very exciting news!  Our store has been approved as on official drop off location for Toys for Tots.  We'll be accepting new, unwrapped toys between now and mid-December.  Call us if you have any questions.  This is a great way to improve your karma for the holiday season :-)

Novel Idea

Alfred Angelo 2063

 Lately we have been hearing from our brides that they are a bit exhausted with the strapless trend.  While it will always be a popular and flattering choice for brides, we are very enthusiastic about new gowns that have straps.  Straps give the bride a little bit more support and coverage, while maintaining an elegant and modern look.  Mia is a particular fan of the strap trend.  "They are wonderful at elongating a woman's neck.  Usually an bit of added bling to the strap acts as jewelery, giving her a fabulous, unique look.  Straps are just so stylish"  

“A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.”
~ Coco Chanel

A Helping Hand

We're in the final push for our winter clothing drive for Veronica's Voice.  This is an amazing charity in KC that helps sexually exploited women get back on their feet through a range of supportive services.  We've received a number of donations already but these women can always use more.  Especially now they are needing sweatshirts, coats, socks, etc..
Check out their website to find more information about needed items and what a wonderful organization this is.
We are accepting items through the end of the month!

Meet the Staff, Pt. 5

It seemed like a good time to showcase our next staff member, since in the next month her photo will no longer be relevant :-)  Darcie is one of our great sales consultants and has been with us since June.  She loves a bride with a strong opinion.  "If a bride brings a large party with her to try on, her voice can get lost in the crowd.  She has to know that the final choice is her's."

So what is Darcie going to miss most when she's on maternity leave?  "All the new dresses coming in!  I already have a new favorite with Casablanca 2016.  It is so elegant."  The brides are going to miss her...Darcie has quickly become a favorite on our sales staff.

Magnificent Mori Lee

Angelina Faccenda 20205

Mori Lee Blu 4808

One of the great companies we carry in our store is Mori Lee.  They carry gowns for everyone!  The five bridal lines they carry encompass every type of bride, no matter their style preferences or budget.  We greatly recommend their Blu line because of its affordability and quality. 

Mori Lee's bridesmaids lines echo the diversity of their bridal lines.  With four different collections, they cover classic to fashion forward styles...all within reasonable prices.

The flowergirl collection is particulary cute, with styles complementing others found throughout the multiple Mori Lee collections.

No matter what the budget or style is, Mori Lee delivers on high expectations!

The Royal Treatment

Apparently it was the weekend of celeb engagements!  Prince William and his long-time love, Kate Middleton FINALLY got engaged (he used his mom's ring - so sweet).  What kind of gown do you see her wearing down that long aisle at St Paul's?  We're thinking something modern but still traditional.  Maybe Dabra by Blue by Enzoani!  The jacket makes you think of Princess Di's gown.  And of course it has the proper coverage the Queen might require :-)

Sweetness

Another wonderful, wedding weekend has passed and the pictures have started to come in.  This weekend our lovely bride, Andrea, was married (in the same church her parents got married in over 25 years ago).  To make it even sweeter, she walked down the aisle to a song her husband wrote for her.  Doesn't Dayle look like a dream on her?  We love the bold, red roses!  Best wishes, Andrea!!!

Ring-A-Ding

Dang, the one Saturday we wish we had off to go to the mall!!  Newly engaged Jessica Simpson was in town this weekend showing off her ruby rock!  Should have came by the store, Jessica!  You'd look amazing in Scarlet by Maggie Sottero!

Howl

Last year, our Alterations department got the slightly odd request to help create a Werewolf costume.  Local performer Rich Clauser works at local "haunted" spots and sent us a fun update of how his Halloween season went this year...

Meet the Staff, Pt. 4

Today we'll be focusing on our very important Steaming and Receiving Specialist, Nancy!  She has been with Mia's for nearly three and a half years.  In that time Nancy has become an expert almost everything in the store.  Her favorite bridal moment is when brides come in and try on gowns for the first time.  "The feeling is more special than when they were just searching for a gown online.  It becomes real." 

Nancy is the one who double checks all the gowns and items that come in from order - making sure everything is perfect.  "People can get so nervous as items come in and the wedding gets closer.  I just want to do my best by making sure items are spotless and in excellent condition for them."

Attention All Shoppers!

Big big news for all you brides looking for a bargain!  Once you're done hitting Target and Best Buy at 3am, bring your shopping buddies to the store because we are having a Black Friday Blowout Sample Sale!  All of our sample wedding gown will be 15% off their retail price.  One-hour appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome!  That Friday will be a prime opportunity to find your dream wedding gown and take it home with you the same day. 
What is really great about this sale is that you will still be eligible for the November promotions AND additional discounts on your wedding gown.  This sale is for Friday, November 26th ONLY!  Visit our website to set up an appointment.   Unlike the other stores on Black Friday, we'll be keeping our regular (civilized) hours of 9-6pm :-)

Delightful Dessy

One of our favorite bridesmaid lines here is Dessy.  They have modern, fashion forward (yet classic) style options for every price range.
Their more modest price range (between $160-$170) is with the Alfred Sung line.  Recently, the line has geared in a 60's, mod direction.  The gowns have great box pleats to give the gowns big, party skirts.

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The middle-range option (between $170-$200) is the line AfterSix.  You'll find a great range of styles and fabrics here.

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Their top of the line collection ($190+) is the namesake line, Dessy.  You'll find get materials and super classy styles with them.  This in the line you will find sumptuous silks and rich satins.  Very upscale.

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Best Wishes!

Just got pictures in from one of our gorgeous, October Brides...Audra!  She wore an ivory lace, Mori Lee Blu gown.  Very simple and elegant.  Congrats Audra!

Good Vibes

Some wonderful reviews from recent brides!  Thanks ladies...you make our jobs fun!

"The ladies at Mia's were amazing! I had no worries. Nicole in the tux department was especially helpful. I don't feel like I called that often but she always knew my name and all the details of the wedding without the file (or it seemed that way) and that made me feel special. Thanks again ladies!" ~ Anonymous Bride, wedding date 10/16/10

"Thanks for all your help with Evan & Amanda's wedding. The dresses and tuxes were perfect!!! You guys helped make a stressful situation wonderful!! KUDOS to MIA'S!!!" ~ Laura Titzman Redeker, Mother of the Bride, wedding date 8/28/10

"I did not buy my dress from MIA's but I truly wish i did. I went there looking for a veil or headband to wear with my dress. They totally went over the top to help me even with just a $30 purchase. Please, check them out first ladies!" ~ Mandy, 8/21/10

"Perfect place to go - looks can be deceiving! Didn't realize the amazing selection they had and it was so easy, thanks to the staff, to find the perfect gown. I never felt pressured - and felt that they wanted me to look and feel as a queen as I did!" ~ Kimberley, wedding date 7/17/10

Thru the Looking Glass

There is a definite crisp in the air and with a new month comes a new window display!  The new display has a flirtatious feel to it and reminds us a lot of the new Christina Aguilera movie Burlesque.  Fun! Fun! Fun! 

Showcased in the middle is a new LaSposa "Danesa."  So beautiful with all its tulle and lace!

Meet the Staff, Pt. 3

So our Maggie Sottero Trunk Show this past weekend was a phenomenal success!  Our top selling consultant was our lovely, Floor Manager, Claire.  She has been with our store for nearly a year and has taken on the manager role with gusto, all while planning her own wedding this past spring.  "I wore Maggie's "Coco" for my wedding, but if "Destiny" had been available when I was ordering - watch out.  I would have rocked that pouf!"

Claire is now gearing up for the holiday season with Santa earrings but still likes to mix in some Meg Jewelry from time to time.  "Her pieces are so classy and fun.  A definite perk of this job is getting to wear a different pair of fancy earrings everyday."