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~A Farewell to Summer~

8/30/2012

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Happy August Sale-abration!!!

During the month of August, you enjoyed amazing new sales and discounts each week. As the summer comes to a close, Sun*Kissed Designs is offering the last deal of the summer season. Check out the highlighted sale and a few accessories pictures below!

Sun*Kissed Designs is now offering a selection of the hand beaded, handmade accessories through the website!! Visit www.sunkissedbridal.com and click the Sun*Kissed Designs Veil Accessories Boutique and the Sun*Kissed Designs Hair and Body Accessories Boutique tabs under the "more" section to purchase veils, hair accessories and shrugs, collars and shawls! These accessories are also great for any special occasion! For custom orders and to make customized requests for current products, please email chantelfrancina@sunkissedbridal.com before you place your order in case an invoice needs to be generated!

In honor of the end of summer, from now until September 5th, 2012 at midnight (Eastern Standard Time) Receive 20% off of any gown purchase and 50% off of custom designed accessory orders!(Because both the Gown orders and the Custom Accessories Orders are custom creations, please email chantelfrancina@sunkissedbridal.com your requests so that an invoice can be generated.) Shop away!!

This is a great time to get your wedding gown and/or bridal party gowns or a gift for someone special or for yourself! Each piece is made to order, so please allow 2-5 business days to create and process your accessories order. Gown orders will require fittings and the actual design and creation of your gown. Please email for further details and more information. Rush item creation and Rush Delivery are both offered, visit the "Policies" tab on the website for more information.

**If you would like something custom and need some ideas, I invite you to schedule a free consultation where I can show you each gown, veil and accessory that I offer and you can discuss with me your budget, and your vision for your wedding! This would be a great time to go over any custom design ideas, beading color changes or any thing else you can think of! My office is conveniently located at 41 State Circle Suite 5 in Historic Annapolis, MD 21401. It is open by appointment only to ensure that each client has undisturbed time to view the gowns. Or if more convenient, I can come to you, bringing the gowns or accessories your are interested and the photo albums of additional products! You can schedule a consultation through email at chantelfrancina@sunkissedbridal.com , on my website at www.sunkissedbridal.com or over the phone at (443) 803-2757.

Also check out detailed pictures of the gowns and veils on my Facebook Page Sun*Kissed Designs. Throughout each month I write about inspiration for your big day! Everything from, accessories, decor, and bridal colors and so much more!! This blog can be found on my website at the tab marked Bridal Style Inspiration!!

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Sun*Kissed Designs SHINED at the T Rose International Bridal Show Northern Va.!!!

8/29/2012

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This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and Brittani Gattis Photography.

This past Sunday August 26, 2012, Sun*Kissed Designs attended the T Rose International Bridal Show at the Double Tree By Hilton Crystal City in Arlington, Va! It was an amazing experience with great highlights, giveaways, blushing brides and amazing vendors!

The show started with excitement as brides-to-be were invited to take a tour of the top level ballrooms where they could enjoy a great view of the Potomac. This was followed by vendor interactions and hourly giveaways, including a hand beaded veil by Sun*Kissed Designs and a $200.00 gift certificate from Sun*Kissed Designs! A fashion show by another amazing vendor showed great gown options!

Candy bar! Cupcakes! Wedding Cake samples!! What more can I say! Make-up by Traci Rosales and hair and make-up by Circe Aveda Salon and Spa provided beautiful tutorials as well as provided hair and make-up for the models for the fashion show.

Some of the vendors that Sun*Kissed Designs loves were also in attendance as well! Peggy Jay Jewelry makes stunning jewelry and jeweled shoes and accessories! Weddings By Sandy is a spectacular wedding officiant and Mimi's Mocha Treats makes delicious cupcakes!

New vendors that are quickly becoming favorites are Sweet Creations Cakes, Circe Salon, Brittani Gattis Photography and many more! Enjoy a few of the pictures below and for the entire photo album and the official T Rose International Bridal Show photo album of the event visit the Facebook Page for Sun*Kissed Designs!

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Giveaway Veil! This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs.

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Join Sun*Kissed Designs at the T Rose International Bridal Show N. Va!!

8/25/2012

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On Sunday August 26th, 2012 from 12pm-4pm, Sun*Kissed Designs will be at the T Rose International Bridal Show at the Double Tree by Hilton Crystal City!! There will be amazing vendors and great giveaways! This is a great time to meet local vendors that will help you plan the wedding for your dreams! For tickets and more information visit http://trosebridalshow2012nova.eventbrite.com/ and enter Sun Kissed Designs for a free ticket! See you there!!

Directions

Directions from: North (Baltimore, Philadelphia, Wilmington, NY, NJ)

Follow I-95 South to 495 Beltway in the direction of Richmond, VA. I-85 splits at the Capital Beltway; continue to follow signs for I-95 South. Follow I-95 South across the Woodrow Wilson Bridge into Virginia. Take the first exit off the Woodrow Wilson Bridge in Alexandria, VA. to Route 1 North. Stay on Route 1 North (which is also called Jefferson Davis Highway) for approximately 6 miles. Stay on Route 1 North until you get to 23rd Street in Crystal City. Make a left onto 23rd street; go one block and make a right onto Eads Street. Take Eads Street to Army Navy Drive (about 10 blocks). Make a right turn onto Army Navy Drive. The hotel is on the right side.

From South: (Richmond, VA Beach, North and South Carolina)

Take I-95 North to 395 North. From 395 North take the Pentagon City/Crystal City Exit. Then turn left onto Army Navy Drive. The hotel will be on the right hand side 3 blocks down.

From Washington D.C. (14th street bridge)

From Washington D.C. you need to exit to the 14th street bridge which will take you over the Potomac River from Washington D.C. to Crystal City, VA. On the 14th street Bridge you will need to be in the far left lane (14th street becomes Route 1 South) which will take you into Crystal City, VA. Your first exit once inside Crystal City will be the 15th Street. Take the 15th Street Exit, and go one block and make a right. This will be Eads Street. Make a right onto Eads Street. Go 3 blocks onto Eads Street and this will take you to Army Navy Drive. Make a right onto Army Navy Drive and the hotel is on your right.

From Maryland (Rockville, Gaithersburg..) I-270 North PA, OH

From I-270 North take I-495 South into Virginia. Exit on the George Washington Parkway in Virginia. Travel about 10 miles South and exit at Reagan National Airport in Arlington, VA. At the airport stay on your right side and follow the sign to Crystal City, VA and then exit Crystal Drive. Take Crystal Drive North for approximately 1 mile Crystal Drive will turn left into 12th street: go under the overpass and make a right onto Army Navy Drive. The hotel is located on the right hand side.

From Annapolis, MD (Route 50) and the Eastern Shore

Take Route 50 West towards the direction of Washington D.C. Follow Route 50 which becomes New York Avenue. Take New York Avenue to 14th Street and the 14th Street Bridge. on the 14th Street Bridge you need to be in the far left lane. (14th street becomes Route 1 South) which will bring you into Crystal City, VA. Your first exit once inside Crystal City will be 15th Street. Make a right onto 15th Street; go one block and make a right onto Eads Street. Take Eads to Army Navy Drive. When you get to Army Navy Drive make a right. The hotel is on the right side.

From Route 66 (Northern Virginia) Fairfax, McLean, Tyson's Corner

Take 66 East towards Washington D.C. Take the exit for 110 South. Stay in the center lane and 110 becomes Route 1 South, which will bring you into Crystal City, VA. On Route 1 make a right onto 20th street. Go one block and make a right onto Eads Street. Eads will take you to Army Navy Drive. When you reach Army Navy Drive make a right, and the hotel is on the right side.

Walking Directions from Pentagon City Metro:

When you exit the Pentagon City Metro --walk to Army Navy Drive (towards 395 & the Pentagon) -- make a right on Army Navy Drive and go 3 blocks. The DoubleTree will on the right side (once you cross over S. Eads Street).

This is about a 10-12 minute walk.

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Champagne and Cupcakes! Presented by Sun*Kissed Designs and Ellicott City Weddings and Events!

8/20/2012

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This past Thursday, Sun*Kissed Designs partnered with Ellicott City Weddings and Events to create "Champagne and Cupcakes" as part of the Ellicott City Main Street Girl's Night Out 3rd Thursdays!! Local patrons enjoyed live music, giveaways and amazing merchants and venues! Ellicott City Weddings and Events was the partner location for the gowns and accessories of Sun*Kissed Designs! This venue is a great facility for weddings and receptions as well as corporate events and personal gatherings. The space is sophisticated and charming with modern decor accenting a vintage restored building. It is utterly lovely and the gowns and accessories felt right at home there!!

Below are a few pictures of the gowns on display! To view the entire album visit the company Facebook Page Sun*Kissed Designs!!

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New August Sale-abration Deals and Offers!!

8/14/2012

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Happy August Sale-abration!!!

During the month of August enjoy new sales and discounts each week, but act fast because once the sale is gone, it's gone!!

Sun*Kissed Designs is now offering a selection of the hand beaded, handmade accessories through the website!! Visit the Sun*Kissed Designs Veil Accessories Boutique and the Sun*Kissed Designs Hair and Body Accessories Boutique tabs under the "more" section to purchase veils, hair accessories and shrugs, collars and shawls! These accessories are also great for any special occasion! For custom orders and to make customized requests for current products, please email chantelfrancina@sunkissedbridal.com before you place your order in case an invoice needs to be generated!

From now until August 21st, 2012 at midnight (Eastern Standard Time) Buy 1 hair accessory and get another for free!! This sale is offered on all hair accessories including custom orders!! There is no quantity limit so shop away!!

This is a great time to get hair fascinators or hair combs for your bridal party! Each piece is made to order, so please allow 2-5 business days to create and process your order. Rush item creation and Rush Delivery are both offered, visit the "Policies" tab on the website for more information.

If you would like something custom and need some ideas, I invite you to schedule a free consultation where I can show you each gown, veil and accessory that I offer and you can discuss with me your budget, and your vision for your wedding! This would be a great time to go over any custom design ideas, beading color changes or any thing else you can think of! My office is conveniently located at 41 State Circle Suite 5 in Historic Annapolis, MD 21401. It is open by appointment only to ensure that each client has undisturbed time to view the gowns. Or if more convenient, I can come to you, bringing the gowns or accessories your are interested and the photo albums of additional products! You can schedule a consultation through email at chantelfrancina@sunkissedbridal.com , on my website at www.sunkissedbridal.com or over the phone at (443) 803-2757.

Also check out detailed pictures of the gowns and veils on my Facebook Page Sun*Kissed Designs. Throughout each month I write about inspiration for your big day! Everything from, accessories, decor, and bridal colors and so much more!! This blog can be found on my website at the tab marked Bridal Style Inspiration!!

Visit Sun*Kissed Designs at upcoming events!

August 16th 2012 THIS THURSDAY NIGHT!!~ Sun*Kissed Designs partners with the Ellicott City Weddings and Events and Ellicott City Main Street as part of the Ladies Night Out 3rd Thursdays to bring you 'Champagne and Cupcakes'!! Stop by Ellicott City Weddings and Events on August 16th from 5-9pm and view the gowns and accessories on display, see a strolling fashion show, and see the amazing venue and plan the wedding of your dreams!! There are also giveaways!! For directions and more information visit the Facebook Page Sun*Kissed Designs, and the website www.sunkissedbridal.com.

August 26th 2012~ Sun*Kissed Designs will be at the T Rose International Bridal Show Northern VA at the Crystal City Doubletree by Hilton Hotel from 12-4pm! This event is a great opportunity to see the gowns and accessories by Sun*Kissed Designs and to visit other amazing vendors all in one space! And there are also giveaways!! (For free tickets and more information visit www.trosebridalshows.com and enter Sun*Kissed Designs as the email code, when prompted, for a free ticket or visit the Facebook Page Sun*Kissed Designs and request a free ticket!)

I look forward to bringing your wedding gown dreams to life!!

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Join Sun*Kissed Designs and Ellicott City Weddings and Events for "Champagne and Cupcakes" at Girls Night Out Ellicott City Main Street on August 16th, 2012!!

8/14/2012

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Sun*Kissed Designs will be co-hosting "Champagne and Cupcakes" with Ellicott City Weddings and Events this Thursday August 16th from 5pm until 9pm! Every 3rd Thursday Ellicott City Main Street creates "Girls Night Out", a free event, complete with sales, giveaways, food and wine!

This night of fun begins at Historic Ellicott City Main Street from 5pm and continues on until 9pm and features all of the shops, restaurants and amazing boutiques and many will offer various deals and samplings for your enjoyment. And Sun*Kissed Designs is partnering with Ellicott City Weddings and Events, a charming wedding venue and reception location, and various vendors to ensure that Brides-to-Be enjoy this "Girls Night Out" as well!

The gowns and veils from Sun*Kissed Designs will be on display and champagne and cupcakes will be enjoyed by all! Stroll through the amazing venue and enjoy the local flare!

Historic Ellicott City Main Street is accessible from:
Towson
Take 695 west to Frederick road, take Frederick west for approx. 5 miles, you enter
Ellicott City going over the Patapsco River and under the railroad bridge. (look for the B & O Railway on your left)

Washington
Take 95 north to 100 west to 29 north, stay in right lane and take route 40 east, at first light
make a right onto Rogers avenue, after the court house take a right onto Ellicott Mills Drive, continue until you
come to Main Street Historic Ellicott City, turn left at the lights for down town.
(if you take the left turn before you get to Main Street, there is parking there.)

Glen Burnie
Take 100 west to 29 north, stay in right lane and take route 40 east, at first light make a right onto
Rogers avenue, after the court house take a right onto Ellicott Mills Drive, continue until you come to Main Street Historic Ellicott City, turn left at the lights for down town.
(if you take the left turn before you get to Main Street, there is parking there.)

Frederick
Take 70 east to 29 south, take second exit for route 40 east, at second light make a right onto
Rogers Avenue, after the court house take a right onto Ellicott Mills Drive, continue until you come to Main Street Historic Ellicott City, turn left at the lights for down town.

Come out and enjoy the festivities! See you there!

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~A Farewell to Summer~

Sun*Kissed Designs SHINED at the T Rose International Bridal Show Northern Va.!!!

Join Sun*Kissed Designs at the T Rose International Bridal Show N. Va!!

Champagne and Cupcakes! Presented by Sun*Kissed Designs and Ellicott City Weddings and Events!

New August Sale-abration Deals and Offers!!

Join Sun*Kissed Designs and Ellicott City Weddings and Events for "Champagne and Cupcakes" at Girls Night Out Ellicott City Main Street on August 16th, 2012!!

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