Bridal Buzz - March Roundup

Through March // Specialty Drink Special 

Calling all newly engaged folk! Charleston Gaillard Center is offering a complimentary specialty cocktail for weddings that are booked by March 31. Check out their website and contact sales@gaillardcenter.org for more information. Charleston Gaillard Center; 95 Calhoun St., Charleston, SC, 29401; (843) 724-5212

 

Through March // You Say Easter, We Say Brunch

Hop on over to Hamby Catering to see their Easter menu—swap out the title of the menus and we’re thinking they make great bridesmaids luncheon or bachelorette brunch options. Available now through April 8, options include the Easter Eats Package (serves 8; $119) which includes brussels sprouts with gala apple, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, and house vinaigrette; Carolina pit ham with bourbon brown sugar glaze; Southern baked macaroni and cheese; Southern green beans with caramelized onions; and sweet potato biscuits. A la carte options include carrot cake and scalloped potatoes. Wines can also be added for an additional cost. Place your order via info@hambycatering.com or by calling (843) 725-4035. The Market; 925 St. Andrews Blvd., Charleston, SC, 29407

 

Through March // Summer Venue Mega-Sale

In Honor of Leap Year, Patrick Properties Hospitality Group says that now through March 31, all four of their Charleston venues can be booked for $229 for any July 2020 event. Yes. You read that correctly: The William Aiken House, The American Theater, Lowndes Grove, and the River House are up for grabs. Contact hello@pphgcharleston.com or call (843) 853-1810. 

 

Through March // Get the Gibbes for Less

Have a wedding event that takes place before July 1, 2020, and is on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday? If yes, The Gibbes Museum of Art is offering y-o-u 20 percent off private event rentals booked this month. Contact privateevents@gibbesmuseum.orgThe Gibbes Museum of Art; 135 Meeting St., Charleston, SC, 29401; (843) 722-2706


March 5-8 // Lillian West Trunk Show

Lillian West’s latest collection of boho-chic gowns will be at Bridal House of Charleston March 5-8. Bridal House of Charleston; 1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. # 20, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464; (843) 971-1477


March 6 & 7 // Sareh Nouri Trunk Show & Meet-and-Greet 

We love a trunk show, but a trunk show with the designer visiting, too? Ooo-la-la! Head to Maddison Row South March 6 and 7 when Sareh Nouri presents her uber-elegant collection of 2020 gowns. Add a 10 percent off deal on gowns ordered during the event, plus gifts and giveaways from the designer, and it’s *the* place to be. Visit Maddison Row South’s website or call to make appointments. Maddison Row South; 8 Vanderhorst St., Charleston, SC, 29403; (843) 212-5160


Through March // Gift Shop Opening

Any of you newlyweds think like your house isn’t feeling quite like a home yet? This month Rhodes Boutique expands by opening Rhodes Home & Gift in its parent location. The new inventory includes glassware, serving dishes, silver, crystal, fine linens, and home decor. And, as always, their monogram service is in high-gear. Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rhodes Boutique; 84 Folly Road Blvd., Charleston, SC, 29407; (843) 789-3180

 

March 21 // You Say First Communion, We Say Flower Girl Time!

Bella Bridesmaids hosts a First Communion shopping event on March 21 from noon to 2 p.m. Come to shop charming white communion dresses and to check out communion accessories by Mariee Lace Veils (@marieelaceveils). Bella Bridesmaids, 43 John St., Charleston, SC, 29403; (843) 425-8079


March 28 & 29 // Psst! Bridesmaids on the Move

The last weekend of March Bella Bridesmaids will be moving into its parent company’s stunning location. Find them on the top floor at Maddison Row South on Vanderhorst Street. As of the last week in March: Bella Bridesmaids, 8 Vanderhorst St., Charleston, SC, 29403; (843) 212-5160

   

March 20 & 21 // Single Stone Jewelry Trunk Show

For two days, you can check out a true treasure trove of jewelry when Croghan’s Jewelry hosts the spring Single Stone trunk show March 20 and 21 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Designers Ari and Corina will be in-store to show you the newest pieces and to talk out any custom work you might be dreaming of. Croghan’s Jewel Box; 308 King St., Charleston, SC, 29401; (843) 723-3594


March 13 // Jewelry Try-On and Toasting

Join Bella Grace Jewelry 5 to 7 p.m. on March 13 for this trunk show-meets-wine-tasting at Out of Hand in the Old Village. Out of Hand; 113 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464; (843) 856-3585


March 26 // Map Out Your Romance 

Get your dreams—romantic, wedding-specific, or otherwise—on paper in this vision board workshop ($30 per person) with artist Edie Allen at Out of Hand. Out of Hand; 113 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464; (843) 856-3585


March 28 // Calling All Crafty Spring Brides

We love seasonal touches worked into bridal brunches, wedding day decor, and the like. You, too? Get crafty with Out of Hand’s Mary Kathryn when she teaches you how to create marbled eggs. Out of Hand; 113 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464; (843) 856-3585


March 28 // Annual Mega Sample Sale at Verità!

Be ready to camp out in front of Verita’s March 28 (they’ll open at 9 a.m.) when 50-plus designer gowns get marked down from $299 to $2,000. It’s first-come, first-serve with no appointments till doors close at 1 p.m. Bonus? Purchases your gown during the sale and you’re entered to win a full rebate on it! Verità. A Bridal Boutique; 320 West Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC; (843) 388-7064

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