Janet Nelson Kumar designs are in the house!

We are so pleased to announce that we are hosting an extended trunk show for Janet Nelson Kumar! Make your appointment today to try her collection which is filled with sophistication, romance and just pure dreaminess! Her gowns are here and await your visit!



Our own Erin was in New York for a photo shoot with Chellise Michael of Janet's designs. Check out Chellise's amazing blog post and the photos! Love the photos! Here are a couple of her edits:

Photography Studio for a Day

Some days are just great. Yesterday was awesome. After months of planning and thought, (thank you to Laura who did the lion's share of the work - best business partner and friend ever!) Neil from Front Room Photography spent the entire day at our store capturing fresh images for us of two incredibly lovely models, Erin and Laura, freshly styled by Rejuvenation Spa, and we couldn't be more excited! What a blessing to be surrounded by genuinely wonderful people.

My daughter Marlie spent the day with us and captured a few images from her perspective of the shoot and here are a few examples. You can see more in her album on our Facebook page. And while it's fun to share these, we can't wait to share our new photos from Neil so stay tuned for the Front Room magic that will soon be visually representing Premiere Couture everywhere!

Robert Bullock continues to wow!

Erin also took the time to become a bride for us all over again in order to show you these fantastic new additions to our already fantastic Robert Bullock collection.

New arrivals from Vera Wang!

Thank you Erin for stopping by and sharing you loveliness as you modeled our newest Vera Wangs!

Robert Bullock Bride, welcome to Premiere Couture

Ever since our shopping trip to Chicago in early October, Laura and I have been very excited to announce the newest addition to our spectacular line up of bridal gown designers: Robert Bullock. As half of the Birnbaum & Bullock duo, Robert has years of experience designing some of the finest couture bridal gowns available today. Now he brings that expertise and genius to his new line, Robert Bullock Bride, surprisingly affordable - from $1350 to $1725 - but uncompromisingly fashionable.

We've received our first two gowns from this magnificent collection and already they're getting great attention. Remember that little "photo shoot" Laura had with Erin and her sister Alexis? Here they are in Robert's designs. Thanks again Erin and Alexis!

Lea Ann Belter trunk show

We have a wonderful Lea Ann Belter trunk show this weekend, as you may well know, and her 2010 collection is spectacular! One of our favorite models/brides and her sister Alexis stopped by and let us play dress up for a bit so we could show you a few new things, including this stunningly beaded gown by Lea Ann. Thank you, Erin and Alexis!



A few other things that Erin, along with her sister Alexis tried on for us were some of our fantastic holiday/party dresses and an Alyce bridal design.

New Arrivals

Our beautiful friend and model Erin Nycz stopped by so that we could show you some of our new arrivals! Featured in the slide show and stills are party dresses plus new designs from Nicole Miller and Lynn Lugo. We're expecting fresh designs to contiue arriving for the next couple of months. You'll find something for every occasion from a little black dress ideal for summer parties to a swingy little knit number perfect to keep in your bag to go from the beach to dinner out while on your honeymoon or vacation. They're already getting snapped up so stop in soon!









Spring 2009

The Art of Weddings

We vow to engage each of your senses in order to inspire you.

You are invited to attend our second annual celebration of the creativity and splendor of today's weddings. "The Art of Weddings" event is concurrent with MMoCA's Gallery Night.

Our casual evening affair, Friday, October 3, from 5pm until 8pm, will offer you the opportunity to meet two of the finest artists in their respective fields - Janet Nelson Kumar, bridal fashion designer, and Neil Kiekhofer, one of Front Room Photography's founders. (Due to a scheduling conflict, Neil will be unable to join us. You will be missed Neil!)

In addition to fine fashion and images, you will also be treated to the artistry of Rejuvenation Spa as they will complete the look of each of our live models with make-up and hair styles inspired by old Hollywood glamour. Speaking of live models, meet Erin Nycz, once our customer, now our friend and a favorite model who appears in many of our photos, including this one.

The mood of Premiere Couture will be enhanced and the models will be adorned with floral delights from Garden Laurels by Sager. But not just a feast for the eyes, the evening will also offer delicious cake from Creative Confections and hors d'oeuvres from Flemings Steakhouse to tantalize your taste buds and the smooth, enchanting sounds of musician David Flood, for the pleasure of your ears.

As if all of that were not enough, the event will also offer free gifts to the first 25 brides of 2009 and a chance for anyone who attends to win one of five $100 gift certificates!

So come this Friday evening to an event to remember, "The Art of Weddings."

Sara Gabriel Slide Show

How could you not want to wear one of these designs? As promised, this video is a slide show highlighting Sara Gabriel's exquisite designs as modeled by Erin Nycz and seen by Neil and Calfa, two of the talented photographers at Front Room Photography. The photo shoot can be seen behind the scenes in the short video I posted here earlier.

Meet Sara this weekend! She will be arriving Thursday in the late afternoon and will be available all of Friday and Saturday for personal appointments.

Sara Gabriel Photo Shoot

There are many bright spots to having a bridal boutique and one of them is the incredible opportunities afforded us by other creative people who also love all things wedding - like our artistic friends at Front Room Photography. Laura and I had this brainstorm to create a video slide show of Sara Gabriel veils and hair accessories before her arrival next week. Neil and Calfa of Front Room and our incredible bride and model Erin made it a reality today. We all met at Front Room's magnificent new studio for a fantastic photo shoot today and the results are spectacular! Once you see the photos you'll completely understand our passion for beautiful veils and accessories - especially those of Sara Gabriel. There's just no denying the romance, drama and sophistication that can be achieved with the well chosen veil artfully captured by a gifted photographer.

You'll have to check back later today or tomorrow to see the slide show,but in the meantime I thought I would share with you a little video I put together - not quite one minute long - of a behind the scenes look at the shoot which in reality took over two and half hours to complete. Enjoy!

A Premiere Couture Video Presentation

I'm playing around with making videos for us and here's my first attempt. This photo shoot took place at the Memorial Union with Front Room lending their talents. Rejuvenation Spa graciously provided hair and make-up. The beautiful guitar music is by my nephew, David Flood.

Caroline DeVillo Fashion Show

I just wanted to post a sincere thank you to Caroline DeVillo, our models, Katey, Erin and Liz, The Ultimate Spa and Salon, specifically Donald, Melissa and Tammy, Creative Confections and A to Z Rental for their efforts on behalf of the fashion show on Thursday evening. You were all fantastic!!