Bridal Buzz - December Roundup

 

Throughout December // Bridesmaids Bargains

Say what?! Bella Bridesmaids offers a 10 percent discount for bridal parties of eight or more. And don’t forget to pre book your shopping appointments before the slots fill up!


Throughout  December // $150 Spa Gift With Booking

We know that planning a wedding can be stressful, so book yours this month with the experts at the Francis Marion Hotel for a stress-free day. Bonus? You’ll get a $150 gift certificate to their in-house Spa Adagio. Contact savannah.boehmer@thefrancismarion.com or (843) 937-8699.


Now Through December 9 // Black Friday Deals

Patrick Properties Hospitality Group is offering the ultimate Black Friday deal through December 9. Choose from one of their four magical venues--Lowndes Grove, The William Aiken House, The River House, or the American Theater—for your Summer 2020 event, and pay just $4 per person (minimum of 50 guests required) for your site rental fee. While you must select a planner from their preferred vendor list, this offer is a Big. Day. Deal. Inquire at hello@pphgcharleston.com or call (843) 853-1810 to learn more!


Now Through December 20 // New Bundle Boxes from A Signature Welcome

Still on the hunt for the perfect gift or thank-you? Check out all the new bespoke bundle boxes from A Signature Welcome’s holiday shop. (P.S. Order all your monogrammed/engraved items by December 6 in time to ship for Christmas; and know December 20 is the last day for orders to arrive by December 25.)


Throughout December // Silhouette Sale 

Whether you hire Artful Heirlooms to do silhouettes and caricatures on-site during your wedding celebrations, or if you have them create the same from wedding photos, the group is offering 15 percent off all South Carolina bookings and orders during the remainder of the year. 


Throughout December // Happenings at the Haute Hotel

This holiday season The Restoration hosts a hopping lineup of events, such as an Ugly Christmas sweater film night up on the rooftop. In town with your bachelorettes? Site scouting with the fiancé? Pop over!


Throughout December // *Free* Venue Rental 

Wild Dunes invites you to say “I do” at their stellar resort with a never-before-seen deal: book—and host your wedding—anytime between now and the end of 2019, and they will waive venue rental fee. While you must hire their on-site caterers to qualify, they are also offering you 20 percent off food and beverage costs. Contact Samantha Martin at samantha.martin@destinationhotels.com or (888) 253-0762.


Throughout December // Champagne Bridal Brunch

For a one-of-a-kind Charleston-flavored happening for you and your maids, book a brunch at Wild Dunes Resort with the culture ambassadors of Charleston Protocol, a sassy outfit of locals who love to entertain, Holy City style. With “tea” spilling, tale-telling, fabulous food, and gift sets for the bridal party, all set on the resort, it’s a no-brainer. Book your event by contacting Samantha Martin at (866) 987-9672 or samantha.martin@destinationhotels.com.

 

Now through January // Raise a Glass

Looking for the perfect venue to host your 2020 wedding? The Gaillard Center will offer a *free* champagne toast if you sign your contract now through January. Yep, that’s right.


Now through January // Bespoke Bridal Gown Designer & Gifting Gurus Unite

The creative minds behind Kate McDonald Bridal and Surcie Co. are coming together for the ultimate bridal shopping pop-up event January 10-13 at Kate McDonald Bridal. Email hello@katemcdonaldbridal.com to book your appointment before they all fill up. Go go go!


November 30 - December 14 // Donation Drive With Verità and Polly’s Fine Jewelry

Verità. A Bridal Boutique and Polly's Fine Jewelry are coming together this year for their annual holiday donation drive to benefit My Sister's House, a non-profit organization which has provided refuge and resources to victims of domestic violence in the tri-county area since 1980. Bring in clothes, toys, household items, and gift cards. *Please note all items for children must be new*. Drop your donations at Verità or any of the Polly's locations (Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, and Summerville). 


December 3, 9 am-1 pm // Drinks, Desserts, and Dresses!

Pop by Bella Bridesmaids on John Street for a holiday happening, and catch the top-secret news they are dying to share with you. 


December 5, 5-8 p.m. // Old Village Holiday Streetfest

Stop by the one-stop shop, Out of Hand, for all your gifting needs during the Old Village Holiday Streetfest. There will be food trucks, activities, live music, and after hours holiday shopping with local vendors and artisans… oo la la!


December 6-8 // Rue de Seine Trunk Show

Lovely Bride is teaming up with boho-chic bridal designers Rue de Seine for a more-than-fab trunk show. The new “Moonrise Canyon” collection will be featured, and it’s killer. Plus, all Rue de Seine gowns will be 10 percent off.


December 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. // Holiday Pop-Up MEGA JEWELRY SALE

The Cargo Hold, Inc. is offering select jewelry at 50 percent off, and pieces as low as $5 for their biggest sale of the year—dang! Swing by the French Quarter Inn in the Linguard Room for some holiday shopping and mimosas. Get to it. 


December 13-15 // Jewelry Discount

Anyone still in need of a Christmas gift for their sweetie? You’re in luck. Diamonds Direct is offering 25 percent off all earrings (excluding price protected lines) for a special weekend this month. You won’t want to miss it. (Pssst: the forward button is below for sharing a little hint-hint!)

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