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It seems like Friday has become the day to post about wedding sales, contests and other wedding related tidbits that I've received word about during the week before the featured Eye Candy Friday post. So here we go . . .

Accent the Party $100 Favor Giveaway
Win $100 towards your next purchase of party favors at Accent the Party
For details on how to enter, please click here
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Rock the Recession, Pop the Question
Enter at Diamond Light Performance for a chance to win a $10,000 prize package including a diamond engagement ring and a weekend in NYC. The contest is a digital video contest in which lovebirds can upload a video and offer their most romantic and persuasive plea to get engaged. see details here
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I-play Launches Dream Day Wedding: Viva Las Vegas
One lucky bride and groom will be able to win their own dream wedding at the luxurious Wynn Resort. To enter the contest, please click here
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New Wedding Show Premiering tonight on TLC
Tune in on June 19th at 10:30pm (EST) for the premiere of HAPPILY EVER FASTER on TLC. This family run wedding chapel on the Vegas strip has been in the wedding business for almost 60 years and although they marry 5,000 couples a year it's their tasteful approach to matrimony that sets this chapel apart.
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Bluefly + Nicole Miller bridal hook-up
Next Tuesday and Wednesday (the 23rd and 24th) Bluefly is hosting a By Invitation Only sale on a select group of Nicole Miller wedding gowns. The gowns, which were handpicked from the current collection, have been hugely discounted at up 60% off retail - bridesmaid dresses from $128-$168 (orig. $320-$420) and wedding gowns from $228-$718 (orig. $575-$1800).
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up next . . . Eye Candy Friday

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Another Friday and this time I have a huge round-up of the latest wedding contests, sales and tidbits for you before today's Eye Candy Friday.

Accent the Party is giving away a $100 shopping spree for favors
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Brooklyn Pop-Up Wedding Series is OPEN
Opening Event Saturday, June 6, 6pm
June 4-7 Stationery Library and Bridal Gifts
by local Brooklyn artists
make an appointment to see the best in graphic design, please email linda{at}theweddinglibrary.com
June 11-14 Wedding Library Photo & Video Gallery

Opening Thursday, June 11, 6pm
find the perfect photographer and videographer while sipping a cocktail
June 18-21 Bridal attire, bridesmaids accessories and beauty
Complimentary manicures Sunday, June 21, 1-4pm
June 25-28 The Martha Stewart Weddings Pop-Up Chapel
Get married at the Martha Stewart Weddings Chapel, with vendor and planning services courtesy of the Wedding Library.

303GRAND (303 Grand St., Brooklyn NY 11211 - Between Havermeyer & Roebling
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Recession-Friendly Wedding Planning Event
For the bride-to-be who has a flair for fashion but a cost-conscientious approach for her wedding plans, this must-attend event offers high-style wedding options that fit get-real budgets. Local business owners Marlo Scott (Sweet Revenge), Robin Goldsmith (Scissor Paper Stone), Peta Takai (Koru DesigNZ), Joshua Freiwald (Joshua Freiwald Photo), Denise Fasanello (Denise Fasanello Floral Design), Courtney Kern (Events Beyond), and Janelle Funari (Orangia Collection) are teaming together during this 2-day event to bring you stylized cupcakes, spectacular stationery, striking jewelry, stunning photography, stylishly modern floral arrangements, smart wedding planning services and savvy eco-friendly bridal couture. Cheers to the perfect marriage of being en vogue and on a sensible budget for your big day!

June 13th & 14th from 10am-1pm
Sweet Revenge | 62 Carmine Street (btwn Bedford & 7th Ave) | West Village
212-242-2240
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Vocalo.org (89.5 FM, WBEW and www.vocalo.org), is throwing a wedding live on-air on Thursday June 25, from Chicago's Navy Pier for free to the couple that tells them the best story. Interested couples can find more details here www.vocalo.org/marryme
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Verragio & Diana Trunk Show on Saturday June 13th (10-6) and June 14th (12-5). Designers, Diana and Barry Verragio will be flying in with his entire collection. At special discounts for the day, they'll be showing hundreds of different styles in both platinum and gold, for both men and women. Location: 1900 Mervis Way, Tysons Corner, VA 22182 and 1775 Rockville Pike, Rockville MD 20852 - for questions, you can can call 703-448-9000 or email jmervis{at}mervisdiamond{dot}com
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The New York Wedding Workshop presents 2 upcoming events...
"How to Get the Most for Your Money"
Tuesday, June 9 from 6:30pm 9:00pm {cost $20}
Whether your wedding budget is $25,000 or $500,000, this economic climate demands that you get the best value for your dollar. Learn expert planner Lindsay Landman’s tricks of the trade starting with making a realistic budget, deciphering vendor pricing and negotiating a favorable contract. This is a workshop for every bride on every budget as great value always translates to getting more of what you want. Walk away with specific vendor referrals and bridal shopping tips to save you serious cash.

"How to Design on a Dime"
Saturday, June 27, 2009 10:00am – 1:00pm {cost $65}
This invaluable course will teach brides on every budget level how to maximize the look and style of their wedding. Starting with invitation design right through to tabletop and every decorative element in between, learn what is worth the splurge and where you can save while enhancing each element of your decor. Work hands-on with actual materials and experiment with colors, textures and styles for your wedding. Attendees will leave this session with a list of NYC and online decor shopping resources, how-to guides to create breathtaking paper products that don’t look homemade (menus, programs, etc.) and referrals for decorators and florists who will actually give you a proposal that is within your budget parameters. This is a do-not-miss for DIY'ers!

Visit www.nyweddingworkshop.com or call 212-206-9201 to purchase tickets

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Before today's Eye Candy is posted (which I think has to be one of my favorites yet), I've got some wedding news, contests and sales to share with you.

Coren Moore Inc. has moved into a new showroom at: 250 West 39th Street, Suite 408 in NYC. Typically, the showroom is open by appointment only, but they are now offering a weekly open-hour (12pm - 1:30pm) on Wednesdays for brides, bridesmaids, moms, etc to stop by during their lunch hour to informally view Coren Moore's collection, pick up swatches, or inquire with the sales staff. More details can be found here

From The Wedding Outlet: it's time for TGFI: Today's Great Featured Item

From Mismikado's Journey Down the Aisle: Enter to win a $25 gift certificate to April Hiler Designs
shown above is the Moss Ring Bearer Pillow

From GroomsOnline: Want a weekend in Vegas? Enter GroomsOnline's THE HANGOVER sweepstakes for a chance to win a VIP stay at Caesars Palace!

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Just in case I can't get to post this week's Eye Candy Friday, as I'm sooooo behind in email replies, projects and the list goes on, I wanted to share with you some giveaways, events and wedding tidbits that I've received in my inbox.

PS: if you have recently emailed me about contest sponsorships, advertising, etc . . . please bear with me as I continue to sift thru my inbox and get caught up - the wedding season is officially here. If more than 2 weeks pass and you haven't heard from me, please give me another holler to say "Hey, Don't Forget About Me!" :)


Page Stationery
. . . is giving away 100 Violet letterpress invitations (includes 100 invitations, 100 rsvp cards, 100 rsvp envelopes and 100 outer envelopes with your custom information added). {this suite normally retails for $1225} Deadline to enter and win is May 31, 2009. See more details here


The Sunday Wedding brought to you by theflashdance
. . . if you're in Southern California or plan to be on May 31st, this is the place to be from 3-8 pm at:
the ace hotel and swim club
701 E Palm Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 325-9900 mention short bus sundays when you book or book online with the rate code SHORT20, You will get 20% off your room rate and 15% off spa treatments. (rooms starting at $89!) plus theflashdance will be giving away music and mix cds.

This event will definitely be one you won't want to miss - the flashdance will be dj'ing and Michelle from Mint Julep Social Events is hosting. (a bunch of photographers and bloggers already confirmed) More information can be found here.

 

Calling all DIYers & crafty people to contribute to a new book on DIY Wedding projects, being published by WS Publishing Group {their wedding books are carried in all major bookstores across the US and Canada, as well as on Amazon.com, and have sold millions of copies}. All the details on submitting your projects can be found on our wedding news blog.

 

Fancy Fortune Cookie is giving away a FREE $2,500 Dream Honeymoon package to your choice of any Sandals or Beaches resort. As well as $175 in custom chocolate dipped fortune cookie wedding favors. Click Here to enter

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My apologies for the late post this morning - I'm taking time today to get caught up on emails and projects for Best Wedding Sites and the blog. But, I'll be back tomorrow with Eye Candy Friday.

In the meantime, here's a couple links for you until tomorrow morning:

Now though Monday 4/27, The Wedding Outlet is offering 10% off your entire order with coupon code APRILSHOWERS at checkout.

The Flash Dance has posted some new photos from Max Wanger's blog {below is just a sampling}.

And, lastly, don't forget to enter our current giveaway for a copy of the BRIDE WARS DVD along with a $25 gift certificate to Paper Shouts.