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StrictlyWeddings.com & Neiman Marcus Host Mindy Weiss’s Book Signing

On April 29, 2008, StrictlyWeddings.com and Neiman Marcus Downtown hosted an event to meet celebrity event planner and author, Mindy Weiss, as she signed copies of her new guide for brides, THE WEDDING BOOK: The Big Book for your Big Day. Special congratulations go to Trudy Baade who was the lucky winner of the Chanel clutch, courtesy of StrictlyWeddings.com.

With so many exclusive bridal designers and styles, Neiman Marcus Downtown is the perfect place for the bride to get started. She can enjoy the utmost in bridal services like alterations and gown delivery, while taking advantage of fabulous experiences throughout the store, including make-up consultations, bridal showers and rehearsal events, and InCircle® point opportunities on gifts purchased through her bridal registry.

Neiman Marcus and StrictlyWeddings.com are proud to be luxury partners and enjoy providing bridal customers and event planners alike with the highest level of quality and care. This online luxury wedding resource for the upscale bride offers vital information to help her select from the finest in wedding-related services. StrictlyWeddings.com hopes to make all of the choices easier by putting you in contact with premier wedding professionals in every category who have been chosen for their unprecedented attention to detail and excellent standards.

Look to StrictlyWeddings.com and NeimanMarcus.com for calendars of upcoming bridal events and trunk shows throughout Dallas. And when planning a bridal event for yourself or someone close to you, think of us for all of your special event needs. We look forward to seeing you again at future events!

Photography by Andrea Polito Photography

Flowers by The Urban Blossom

Mindy Weiss Signing Her Books at Neiman Marcus Downtown

Mindy Weiss being interviewed by CW33′s Victoria Snee

StrictlyWeddings.com with Guests

Mindy Weiss, Celebrity Wedding Planner, Booksigning Party at Neiman Marcus Downtown

Neiman Marcus Downtown and StrictlyWeddings.com invite you to join us for a champagne reception to meet celebrity event planner and author MINDY WEISS as she signs copies of her new guide for brides, THE WEDDING BOOK: The Big Book for Your Big Day.

 Tuesday, April 29

2 to 4 p.m.

1618 Main Street, Dallas TX 75201

Couture Salon – Second Floor

Complimentary valet parking on Commerce Street

Enjoy a conversation with Mindy Weiss at 2 p.m. followed by a booksigning.  Register to win a Chanel handbag!

Please RSVP at 214.573.5769

To reserve your book before the event, please call Gift Galleries at 214.741.6911

Bride’s Wedding Day Emergency Kit

Bobbi Brown’s new Limited Edition Bridal Kit ($75) has the absolute essentials that a bride will need on her big day. “On your wedding day, you should look like yourself at your most beautiful,” she says, and this kit works with all skin tones to create a natural look that accentuates your natural beauty. This Bridal set features the makeup basics for the bride, bridesmaid or mother of the bride to customize their look. Available at Neiman Marcus stores, the kit comes in a sleek white case with a mirror and interior pockets.

Bridal Kit Contains:

• Exclusive Ivory Eye Shadow
• Black Ink Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner
• Black No Smudge Mascara
• Pink Sugar Shimmer Lip Gloss
• Short Handle Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush
• White Cosmetic Case

Bobbi Brown’s Top 10 Weddding Day Tips

• Flash photography emphasizes pink tones, so be sure to even out skin with a yellow-toned foundation. Start around the nose and mouth where there’s redness, then blend out to the rest of the face.
• Set concealer and foundation with Sheer Finish Loose Powder to make them longer-lasting and to ensure that skin looks matte in pictures.
• If your dress has an open neckline, be sure to warm up your neck and chest with a dusting of Bronzing Powder.
• Use a water-resistant liner that can withstand tears; try Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner applied with the Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush. If you prefer to line with shadow, make it longer-lasting by applying it with a slightly damp Eye Liner Brush. Finish with a water resistant mascara like Lash Glamour.
• After applying all your eye makeup, finish with a highlighter shade on the browbone to make eyes pop. Rub your finger in a light matte shade and pat lightly on the outer corner of the browbone.
• For a pretty flush that lasts, use two shades of Blush. First, apply a neutral shade on the apples of cheeks, blending up into the hairline, then downwards to soften. Then apply a brighter shade just on the apples of cheeks.
• Neutral and pale lip colors look washed out in photographs, so choose a lipstick that’s one to two shades brighter than what you normally wear. Pinks, roses and plums are great choices for brides.
• To make Lip Color last longer, line and fill in lips with Lip Pencil before applying your lipstick.
• Carry a touch-up kit with concealer, pressed powder, lipstick or gloss, lip liner, tissues, mints, and a mini sewing kit (for emergency clothing fixes like a dropped hem or popped button).
• Have Fun!

Pre-Wedding Wellness Tips

• Eat smart. Choose whole grains, fresh greens and fruits, and clean proteins like chicken, fish, and beans.
• Hydrate. Drink lots of water daily to hydrate skin and flush out toxins.
• Move Your Body. Exercise at least three times a week to strengthen your body and calm your mind.
• Take Relaxing Baths. Add soothing Epsom salts or skin-softening powdered milk to your bathwater.
• Be Present. Slow down and appreciate what’s around you rather than rushing to get from start to finish.

Wedding Day Touch-Up Tips

• Pack your purse with concealer, pressed powder, lipstick or gloss, lip liner, tissues, and mints.
• Sewing kit with prethreaded needles and a pair of tiny fold-up scissors to fix a hem or popped button.
• Static spray and lint remover to get rid of static cling and lint on clothing.
• Prewrapped wipes to remove makeup and food stains.