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Some Lovely Vendors, Venues and Bridal Professionals That Sun*Kissed Designs Loves!!

12/29/2012

Since April of 2011, when Sun*Kissed Designs first emerged, I've had the pleasure of meeting some of the best in the wedding business along the way! Some local to the MD, DC, VA area and some as far as Texas! From bridal shows to photo shoots, here are some of the vendors, venues and bridal professionals that Sun*Kissed Designs <3's!!

(In no particular order, they're all amazing! Visit their websites listed below.)

Allison Nance~ Blessed Events (Wedding Planning) www.blessedeventsweddings.com/

Wendy Wang~ Dulce Life Photography
www.dulcelifephotography.com

Jen Reilly~ Jen Reilly Photography/ P Squared Studios
www.psquarestudios.com/

Mark and Mary Chamberlin~ Chamberlin Photography
www.chamberlinphotos.com

Blair Roberts~ Sweet Blossoms LLC (Floral Designer)
http://sweet-blossoms.blogspot.com

Maribel Kalata~ Eight Tree Street (Floral Designer)
http://eighttreestreet.wordpress.com/

Ashley Riddle~ Up Do's for I Do's (Hair and Make-Up Artistry)
http://www.updosforidos.com/

Tenisha Dotstry~ Peggy Jay Jewelry
http://www.etsy.com/shop/peggyjayjewelry

Rachel Powers~ Cakes by Rachel
http://www.cakesbyrachael.org

June B. Xu~ JBX Studio (Hair and Make-Up Artistry)
http://www.junebxu.com/

Laura Knott~ Simply Delicious Desserts LLC
http://www.simplydeliciousdesserts.com/

Trevisio Restaurant
http://www.trevisiorestaurant.com/

The Elkridge Furnace Inn
http://www.elkridgefurnaceinn.com/

Tanya Waltrick~ T Rose International Bridal Shows
http://www.trosebridalshows.com/

What's Up Annapolis Weddings Magazine
http://weddings.whatsupmag.com/

Historic Oakland Manor House
http://www.historic-oakland.com/

Sheraton Annapolis
http://www.sheratonannapolis.com/

Crofton Country Club
http://www.croftonclub.com/

Ellicott City Weddings and Events
http://www.ellicottcityweddingsandevents.com/

Greenbelt Marriott
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wasgb-greenbelt-marriott/

Double Tree Crystal City
http://doubletree3.hilton.com

Historic Londontown Gardens
http://www.historiclondontown.com/index.php/weddings-a-rentals

Our Lady of Mattaponi
http://site.adw.org

Embassy Suites Hunt Valley
http://embassysuites3.hilton.com

Double Tree Annapolis
http://www.doubletreeannapolis.com/

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~A Farewell to Summer~

8/30/2012

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This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and Kathleen Hertel Photography.

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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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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Think Spring!!

6/28/2012

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The weather lately has been beautifully unpredictable! With storms and tornadoes touching ground here in the Mid-Atlantic and record high temperatures that challenge the name 'Spring', it may be difficult to draw inspiration that is both beautiful and practical.

Even though the weather is more like Summer, why not just think Spring!!

Inspirations from Spring can still fit into the warmest Summer wedding day. The cool colors of turquoise and sky blue mixed with the light fabrics if silk shantung and crepe back satin, will be visually pleasing and comfortable during the hot summer months.

Clear and frosted glass vases give the look of crisp and cool to any table centerpieces. And fresh spring flowers bring the beautiful color palette to full bloom! River rock favors are a great touch to lead your guests to think of soothing, rocky shores!

The elements of nature that can be tied into your Spring inspired Summer wedding are endless!

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Some Lovely Vendors, Venues and Bridal Professionals That Sun*Kissed Designs Loves!!

~A Farewell to Summer~

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

Think Spring!!

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