by Robyn Orr | Nov 3, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Stories
A Wedding Dress Story by June Wood My wedding dress, with silk organza, was purchased in 1963 from a lovely store called Rusan’s in downtown Spokane, Washington. I believe it was the second wedding dress I tried on, and I felt it was perfect for me. My dear mother,...
by Robyn Orr | Nov 3, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Stories
A Wedding Dress Story By Stephanie I went wedding dress shopping with my mom, brother, sister, and sister-in-law at “Bride to Be Couture” in Sacramento and told them that I wanted a simple wedding gown with straps – no lace or beads or anything like...
by Robyn Orr | Oct 31, 2014 | Famous Wedding Dresses, General
Quality Oscar de la Renta Wedding Dresses Since Oscar de la Renta’s death last Monday, hundreds of celebrities have commented on how kind and talented he was to work with. Famous for designing for first ladies and celebrities, Oscar de la Renta’s goal was...
by Robyn Orr | Oct 27, 2014 | Newlywed Tips, Uncategorized
Maintaining Friendships With Other Couples One of the most interesting phenomenons occurs soon after you are married. As you and your spouse continue to want to spend time together (hopefully not a phenomenon), you notice yourselves having opinions of other couples...
by Robyn Orr | Oct 23, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Stories
A Wedding Dress Story by Erinn R. My now husband and I got engaged in September of 2012. Even though I knew we had over a year until our wedding on March 22, 2014, I couldn’t wait to start the search for my perfect dress. I began looking in October since my family was...
by Robyn Orr | Oct 1, 2014 | Famous Wedding Dresses, General
Belgium welcomed a new Princess in July when she married Prince Amadeo, who is sixth in line for the crown. Italian Elisabetta Maria Rosboch von Wolkenstein looked stunning on her big day. Princess Elisabetta’s lace Valentino gown was gorgeous as it swept across...
by Robyn Orr | Sep 12, 2014 | Famous Wedding Dresses, General, Wedding Planning
What is a Minimalist Wedding Gown? If you are looking to keep your wedding simple, think about wearing a minimalist wedding dress. Typically, these dresses mean that there are minimum adornments, and many simple lines. The dresses are usually white and rely on natural...
by Kathy Wright | Sep 2, 2014 | General, HGP Promotions
Congratulations to Natalie Morin Lussier who is the winner of our Facebook gift card drawing held quarterly. Each quarter we draw a name from our “fishbowl” containing all of our Facebook fans and a $25 gift card is the prize. However, once a year a lucky...
by Kathy Wright | Sep 2, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Restoration
HGP was happy to assist Paula L. with a rush service wedding dress restoration. Paula’s mother was dying and hoped to be buried in her wedding gown. The only trouble was that the wedding dress was in terrible condition. Fortunately we do offer a Priority...
by Robyn Orr | Jul 30, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Stories
A Wedding Dress Story Lyndsay G wore an amazing wedding dress on her wedding day. It was purchased at Anna Be, in Denver and it was altered by Deedee Vicory. Lyndsay had previously modeled for Deedee Vicory and considers her to be an amazing designer; Lyndsay would...
