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Amazing
! Israel G
What an amazing store!... So here's our story, I reconnected with my high school crush a year ago via facebook. Quickly we both fell in love and to MY SURPRISE, she proposed to me and said she couldn't not imagine her life without me, so she made me her Fiance. She wanted to have the perfect beach wedding and so we searched for the perfect spot. My Fiance and I found our perfect place to get married in San Pedro this spring and we were both looking for amazing dresses for her. In a short period of time, we looked and looked and found http://onenightaffair.com . As soon as we got a hold of them and told them our wedding was around the corner, they jumped through hoops for us to make sure our wedding was an amazing success. How cool that Sharon and Jeff both got involved like family and got us in there to try on dresses for my bride to be in no time. Michelle, My Fiance, was loving how much attention to detail all the staff and seamstress were able to help her get the dress to a perfect fit. We were looking to purchase before, but spending so much money on our wedding, it just helped so much that we could rent dresses from here. Michelle loved her Vera Wang Mermaid Style dress that was fitted for her. I want to thank both Sharon and Jeff and all the staff who helped us get this together quickly and loved the colors they suggested for our bridesmaids. We can't wait to use them for other dress ideas. Thanks again guys!!!!! Israel and Michelle Galindo
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Denise H. 5 One Night
Affair-Gown Rentals
I have to tell you that my wedding gown shopping here
was easy and wonderful and I could never have imagined it would have been so
fun. I came here expecting it to be like all the other wedding gown stores that
I have spent so many hours in and leaving so disappointed.
The girls here were so helpful and understanding regarding what I was looking
for and I actually rented 2 different wedding gowns. One by Reem Acra for my
actual wedding and a red one by Maggie Sottero for my reception. I paid $700.00
for the Reem Acra and $195.00 for the Maggie Sottero
I had a wonderful and friendly experience every time that I visited that store.
The girls were always extremely attentive and very knowledgeable of fashion
and bridal.
When I picked up my dresses, I had a few little last minute things that needed
to be taken care of, but they were quick and easy and they did tell me originally
to give myself time when I came in and picked up.
My dresses were absolutely gorgeous, they both fit me like they were made for
me.
I got so many compliments from everyone, they couldnt believe I rented 2 of
the most gorgeous gowns that were right out of the magazines!
My pictures were amazing, I felt like (and looked like) a movie star for the
day.
Everyone couldnt stop talking about my dresses. I ended up getting a cocktail
dress and a long gown for the cruise that my husband and I went on 3 weeks later
for our honeymoon, I could never have afforded to spend all this money on wedding
gowns and dresses, it was really unbelievable.
I recommend to everyone to check them out before buying a gown!!!
Sara C.
Ratings_icons AMAZING CONCEPT!!!
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Sara C. 5 One Night Affair-Gown
Rentals
Why hasn't anyone else come up with this concept??? Hands down the best thing I did for my wedding. Mind you, I didn't think that when my Mother first suggested the idea, but decided to please her and give it a shot! Remember the old saying "Mother knows best", that sure applies here. Every experience from the moment I walked in, to the day I returned my gown was fabulous. My gown was absolutely beautiful by Maggie Sottero and it was altered to fit me like a glove! I looked and felt so amazing and special, what wonderful memories I'll have for the rest of my life! The girls were all fun and energetic every time I came in (which was many because I needed to match my shoes before I started my fittings and alterations). Everyone should know about One Night Affair Gown Rentals, what a way to look amazing without breaking your bank account and going way over your wedding budget! I'll be back for evening gowns when I go somewhere fancy! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! Sara Conno
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Lisa M. 5 One Night Affair-Gown
Rentals
I've rented five dresses from One Night Affair and I've
had an excellent experience every time. The gowns are far nicer than what I
could afford on my own--plus, I don't have to show up to events wearing the
same thing all the time. I get compliment after compliment! There is a huge
selection of dresses and the women who work on the floor picking out dresses,
etc couldn't be any more helpful. The seamstress is amazing--it's hard to believe
the dress I pick up is the same one that I tried on that was many sizes too
large since she fits it exactly to my body as though the dresses had been custom
designed for me. The elegant dresses give me confidence at the events I attend.
If you are renting a beaded dress you couldn't find a better selction of drop
dead gorgeous gowns, top of the line for an unbelievably low price. Just drive
into Beverly Hills and look in the display windows at Saks, they have beautiful
silver sequin and beaded gowns, I checked out the prices, they're in the thousands,
yet I found the same gowns to rent for just over a hundred at One Night Affair.
I will continue renting from One Night Affair for as long as I have black tie
events to attend.
Thank you for always making me look and feel amazing!
Ratings_icons One Night Affair - The name of the game!!!
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Linda H. 5 One Night Affair-Gown
Rentals
Here's the deal ladies...if you don't have designers beating down your door to offer you their gowns or a stylist on speed dial to race all over town pulling potential dresses for you to wear, I have the one and only answer to your prayers, ONE NIGHT AFFAIR. My husband and I have always attended our share of Black Tie and cocktail events, but when he recently became President of the Screen Actors Guild, we found our mailbox flooded with invitations to some of the most coveted parties. Men have it so easy. They throw on a tux and look dashing, we on the other hand immediately think, "Oh dear lord another dress!" I can't begin to tell you what a joy it was to discover this hidden gem. They have thousands of dresses to choose from and the girls their are so fantastic, consider them your personal stylists! The many times I have been there of late, I've seen gals coming in to look for wedding dresses as well. Their selection of wedding dresses is spectacular and I would have given anything to know about them when I got married! Simply stunning selection. If you want to feel pampered, look smashing and save a fortune, trust me, you need ONE NIGHT AFFAIR. Linda Howard
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robin s. 3 One Night Affair-Gown Rentals
One Night Affair dressed the whole wedding party, bridesmaids,
mother of the bride and the bride and everybody looked
fantastic.
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Mona N. 5 One Night Affair-Gown
Rentals
I have been going to this establishment for the past 18 years! I must say they are the the nicest most professional people I have had the pleasure of working with. I am a bridal planner & have recommended this place to all my Brides that want to save money & look absolutely Fabulous!! Their care & patience is #1. They treat every bridal party's special needs with the utmost care & consideration of the nervous bride. They have an enormous array of designer wedding gowns, brides maid dresses & accessories that I have ever found. So if you want to look like a Dream on your special day, you must go & see what you've been missing all these years. This is the Jewel of Los Angeles!!
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Laura F. 5 One Night Affair-Gown
Rentals
We made our appointment for the day of the event and even though that is not recommended they were able to find us gowns that fit us perfectly and looked Marvelous. Highly recommend this place for any event.
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Larry M. 5 One Night Affair-Gown
Rentals
My fabulous experience at One Night Affair Gown Rentals
I was recently told be my daughter she was going to the winter formal next Saturday.
I then spent 2 days of torture shopping the malls with my daughter for a dress.
After wasting 8 hours in the malls a friend told me about a store that rents
designer gowns called One Night Affair. I called them and made an appointment
to bring my daughter in the next day.
When we arrived the store was filled with customers looking
for wedding and evening gowns.
We were told to have a seat and someone would be right with us.
In about five minutes a lovely young lady came over to my daughter and said
"hi sweety describe to me your dream dress".
She then took my daughter to an area where it seemed like there were thousands
of dresses.
Within minutes my daughter picked out 4 dresses which
she wanted to try on.
With joy the third dress she tried on was the one! She looked gorgeous!
The dress needed an alteration which was completed in about ten minutes while
my daughter tried on beautiful jewelry also for rent.
Also while waiting we noticed two brides renting their wedding gowns.
If possible they seemed happier than us. To me It just makes sense to rent a
spectacular wedding or evening gown that you will never wear again.
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Bradley O. 5 One Night
Affair-Gown Rentals
1/12/2009
My wife rented a $10K dress here altered and out the door for $1k. The dress
had never been worn, and was basically set aside for her for about 5 months
until the fitting/wedding. The service was helpful, the dress was gorgeous,
and there was no hassle getting it fitted or returning it.My mother in law also
rented her evening gown for the wedding from here and had no troubles doing
so. This is a great way to go, especially if you don't want to deal with cleaning
and boxing up your own wedding dress. Lord knows they're a waste of space.
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One Night Affair
5
Posted by: Linda H., 3/25/2010
One Night Affair’s the name of the game!
Here's the deal ladies...if you don't have designers beating down your door to offer you their gowns or a stylist on speed dial to race all over town pulling potential dresses for you to wear, I have the one and only answer to your prayers, ONE NIGHT AFFAIR. My husband and I have always attended our share of Black Tie and cocktail events, but when he recently became President of the Screen Actors Guild, we found our mailbox flooded with invitations to some of the most coveted parties. Men have it so easy. They throw on a tux and look dashing, we on the other hand immediately think, "Oh dear lord another dress!" I can't begin to tell you what a joy it was to discover this hidden gem. They have thousands of dresses to choose from and the girls their are so fantastic, consider them your personal stylists! The many times I have been there of late, I've seen gals coming in to look for wedding dresses as well. Their selection of wedding dresses is spectacular and I would have given anything to know about them when I got married! Simply stunning selection. If you want to feel pampered, look smashing and save a fortune, trust me, you need ONE NIGHT AFFAIR. Linda Howard
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One Night Affair
5
Posted by: Camille H., 3/19/2010
Finally we have a company like One Night Affair that saw a need to rent high
end couture gowns and filled it exceptionally!! Most women (like myself) feel
it's more financially feasible to pay a fraction of the cost for a gown we'll
only wear once to a wedding or special event and return once we're done. If
we take great pictures, our ultimate goal is accomplished. I have so many friends
& family members who said they have their wedding gown (worth thousands)
preserved and boxed (never to be seen) or tossed in their garage somewhere.
Where's the sentimental value in that? And what child ever wears the gown their
mother wore? I think One Night Affair's concept of addressing the modern needs
of brides and women today are ingenious!!!! There is such a huge void in that
area, I just wish they had more locations, which I know it won't be long before
they do. The entire staff was extremely professional, helpful and comforting.
I was thoroughly satisfied with the service I received and most importantly,
my dresses (I rented 2). The entire process went off without a hitch and the
stress factor was non existent. Will I use them again?.....ALWAYS for any formal
event. Will I tell anyone about them?? Since my wedding on August 15, 2008,
I've already referred two newly engaged brides-to-be!!!!! Keep up the great
work guys and THANK YOU Sharon, Geoff, Dora, Kristen, Carolina, Arev and Rufina
for making my day the best one I've experienced yet!!!!!!! ~ Camille Hardy
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One Night Affair
5
Posted by: Paula G., 3/3/2010
Thank you to all of you girls who took care of me and all of my girls for the
Academy Awards this Sunday! You guys are amazing and really know your stuff!
We're all so excited about going and now we know we'll look Fantastic!
See you on the Red Carpet!
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One Night Affair
5
Posted by: Al Z., 1/16/2010
First of all, I have nothing but Fantastic things to say about this place, just
don't let the outside of the building or the lack of free parking stop you from
going in. Just feed your meter and watch your time, keeping in mind that you
will be overwhelmed by the selection inside the shop and it will take some time.
I worked with Kristin, who is enthusiastic and really knows her gowns. She will
talk with you a bit about what you're looking for and your budget and will steer
you to the section of the store where you'll want to start. 10 dress try-ons
later, I found the perfect dress! I must admit that I never even began the hunt
for a dress to buy, knowing for sure that I'd never wear it again. How many
people do you know who wear their dress again for an anniversary or pass it
down to their daughter? I know no one...and I took quite an extensive poll before
I decided to rent. That decision made, I went in knowing that I had to find
my dress there. I hear that the one I chose retails for about $8000. Can't confirm
that for sure, but I did check out this Italian designer's website and saw their
current designs. Exquisite, is all I can say. And those were the sorts of compliments
I was receiving all night during the wedding. I chose a champagne colored gown
with an a-line design. The beadwork was so beautiful. The only downside was
that you have to follow their strict guidelines to pick up the dress, drop it
off, and you won't have the gown with you to match your colors...purse, shoes,
other accessories. I found myself going by the store many times with swatches
and shoes before the wedding. But, if you live nearby, it's not too inconvenient
to make an appointment to stop by. We rented our bridesmaids dresses and even
my mother's "mother of the bride" gown there too. Dollar for dollar
spent, I'd say that it was worth every penny to rent the wedding gown and dresses.
They really put their efforts into their gowns, so I can't say enough good things
about my gown rental experience. I will remember my special day in that gown
for the rest of my life. Great job, One Night Affair!
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One Night Affair
5
Posted by: Shanna P., 11/2/2009
My dress was amazing!!! Thank you sooo much!
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One Night Affair
5
Posted by: Fiona D., 10/29/2009
I competed in a local pageant for fun with some friends. I had no idea where
to get a gown that would make me stand out amoung the crowd, without me having
to spend a lot of money. I had searched everywhere, until i found their website
online. The gentleman I spoke with was very nice and had me come in right away
since I only had 3 weeks until the show. Randi had me wear an amazing Sherri
Hill dress, and I ended up winning Most Photogenic! I really believe I would
not have won if it weren't for this dress...after all it's the winner dress!!
Thank you so much for giving me the confidence to pull this off! You saved me!
--Fiona
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One Night Affair
5
Posted by: Marion L., 10/22/2009
What a pleasure to work with such bright, young, and insightful women. Thank
you for making me look and feel like a queen on my 75th birthday. I have been
bragging to everyone about my new favorite store!
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ONE NIGHT AFFAIR GOWN RENTALS...FANTASTIC!!!
Posted by: Lisa L.,
10/21/2009
I will recommend One Night Affair to eveyone!
I had the most wonderful experience, my wedding gown was the most beautiful
gown I've ever seen. I never thought I would be wearing a Lazaro wedding gown,
it was way out of my budget when I went shopping. I saw One Night Affair on
the news and decided to check you out.
I was really amazed at the selection of gowns and the prices.
Thank-you for the wonderful and helpful service, you all made my wedding day
so special and memorable!
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TRULY SPECTACULAR!
Posted by: Steph S.,
10/13/2009
Thank you guys for everything. You made my wedding day
truly spectacular. I had the most incredible Lazaro gown and a beautiful St.
Pucci cathedral veil that I paid nearly 70% less than it's retail value. You
made my MOM happy (which is a challenge in it's own!!) and my salesgirl Randi
had more patience than Gandhi! I have already recommended this place to so many
people! I really can't thank them enough! Thanks guys!!!
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A ONE NIGHT AFFAIR FOR MY 75TH BIRTHDAY!!!
Posted by: Marion L.,
10/22/2009
What a pleasure to work with such bright, young, and
insightful women. Thank you for making me look and feel like a queen on my 75th
birthday. I have been bragging to everyone about my new favorite store!
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PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT
Posted by: Sari H.,
10/17/2009
You guys are the answer to every brides dream....
Look beautiful and save money...stress free,
keep up the good work!
Sari Hayes
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AMAZING STORE
Posted by: Peggy S.,
10/15/2009
Last week I came into One night Affair as per my friends
recommendation. Being somebody who really doesn't go to special events often,
I was excited to the idea that I could rent a dress instead of buying one that
would just sit in my closet or garage and never be worn again. When I walked
in, I was greeted by a nice, young girl by the name of Carolina who instantly
helped me and stayed with me until I found the perfect dress. She was very considerate
to my needs (I needed to pick up the dress early) and even helped me pick out
accesories to match! I was very pleased with this establishment and I know that
I will be back. Thank you very much for making this such an easy process!!
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THANK YOU ONE NIGHT AFFAIR!
Posted by: Robin B.,
10/13/2009
Thank-you for making my wedding day unforgetable, my
wedding gown was so beautiful, everything went over so smooth and easy,
not a single hiccup!
One Night Affair is Fantastic!!!
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VERA WANG WEDDING GOWN WAS AMAZING...........
Posted by: Cathy L.,
10/12/2009
I really believe you are a blessing in disguise...
How could we have afforded such a beautiful gown from Vera Wang, we were able
to rent it and save so much money, you were all amazing!!!
Thank-you!
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CRAZY ABOUT YOU GUYS!!!
Posted by: Chelsea L.,
9/29/2009
Thank-you to all of you at One Night Affair!
My Lazaro Wedding Gowns was to die for, every one went crazy over it. Each one
of you deserve a medal for putting up with all of us loony Brides!
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FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE...
Posted by: Elke S.,
9/27/2009
I just want to Thank all of you for making my experience
at "One Night Affair" so special as I shopped for and FOUND my perfect
wedding dress! My Mom and I had so much fun and you were all so wonderful to
work with.
Again I have to say Thank-you Thank-you Thank-you,
Kind regards,
Elke
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LUV U GUYS...
Posted by: Sue F.,
9/25/2009
This was the second time renting from ONA. My first experience
was flawless, but was also many years ago. This time, while sitting in a Hawaii
airport, I got a call that I was expected to be at an Inauguration event - I
had no idea and was not prepared. Furthermore, I was scheduled to land at LAX
at 5pm on a Saturday and turn around and leave for DC early Sunday morning....what
to do!??I called ONA and the rest is just as flawless as the first experience.
When my plane landed 20 minutes late, I called. They stayed open for me! Luckily,
I was able to find a perfect gown in under 30 minutes. No hovering, no alterations.??Would
I rent from here again...well...I went back a second time...so that answer is
YES!??ONA offers a wonderful service that has been available to men for years....thanks!!
Posted by: Sue F., 9/25/2009 Useful? +0 This was the second time renting from
ONA. My first experience was flawless, but was also many years ago. This time,
while sitting in a Hawaii airport, I got a call that I was expected to be at
an Inauguration event - I had no idea and was not prepared. Furthermore, I was
scheduled to land at LAX at 5pm on a Saturday and turn around and leave for
DC early Sunday morning....what to do!??I called ONA and the rest is just as
flawless as the first experience. When my plane landed 20 minutes late, I called.
They stayed open for me! Luckily, I was able to find a perfect gown in under
30 minutes. No hovering, no alterations.??Would I rent from here again...well...I
went back a second time...so that answer is YES!??ONA offers a wonderful service
that has been available to men for years....thanks!!
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RECOMMEND ONE NIGHT AFFAIR TO EVERYONE!
Posted by: Alysa M.,
10/17/2009
I feel that One Night Affair is the best around. I went
shopping to so many places and everything looked the same, all the sales people
were so pushy, I guess with the way the economy is these days that everyones
desperate. But it was my wedding day and I decided that I wasn't going to just
settle. I came to your store not imagining I would find anything. I was completely
amazed with what I found and the service I received and I felt that I had to
write a review, which is something I've never done before. I'm so glad I didn't
listen to people telling me I needed to keep my wedding gown so I could give
it to my daughter, if I had I would have never gone in....what a mistake it
would have been and I would have never found the perfect dress (by the way I've
never known anyone that has worn their mothers wedding gown). The store has
a very cozy feel to it even though it is very large and could be very intimidating.
The girls were extremely helpful, especially Kristen (the tall Blonde) She knows
her stuff, she's very much to the point and knows what she's talking about.
She never came off all complimentary and told me I looked great in everything,
she explained what would flatter my figure in the style that I liked and she
was right. I found a fabulous gown by the designer "Allure" it's beautiful,
and I could have never afforded to actually go out and buy this gown, it's only
for one (very special) day and I'll have beautiful pictures to look back at.
I'm thrilled with everyone at One Night Affair and would recommend them to everyone.
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Emmys
2009
09-12-2009
I'm
here at One Night Affair with my whole group (10 of us in all) picking up our
gowns for the Tech. Emmy Awards.
We've been going together for the past 8 years and all of us started out here
not only getting our gowns and accessories, but many other gowns throughout
the year.
We're always thrilled and we always look great, otherwise we wouldn't keep coming
back!
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Thank
You!
09-12-2009
Thank-you everyone!
My wedding day is going to be so memorable, I can't wait to come back next week
and show you all my beautiful pictures,
I wish you could all be there!
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Wedding
Dreams
09-13-2009
Posted by: Max G., 9/13/2009
One Night Affair made my wedding dreams come true!
My wedding gown was amazing, I looked beautifu and I saved myself so much money!
Thank-you Thank-you Thank-you!
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Bride-Bride-Bride......
09-11-09
Posted by: Sue M., 9/11/2009
Many moons ago, I was a bride. And like any bride, I spent months and months agonizing over what I'd walk down the aisle in and finally investing in the most important part of the big day... my wedding dress. I settled on a one-of-a-kind pale rose tinted ivory vintage silk dress with a long cathedral train and took it to a highly recommended seamstress who specialized in wedding dresses for a few alterations. ??Two weeks before my wedding, I went in for the final fitting and the unthinkable happened. They destroyed my dress. Yes. Destroyed my wedding dress. Someone had been careless with a steam setting irreparably scorching huge swathes of the antique silk beyond repair. The wedding dress it took me months to find (not to mention, fit) was up in smoke less than two weeks before my day and I was faced with the prospect of being a naked bride. ??In nothing short of borderline hysterical bridal panic mode I scoured the city's bridal boutiques looking for something that would make me even remotely happy. For those who've never had the joy of planning a wedding, it's impossible to get a designer wedding dress less than a month advance and even that is cutting it short. My last hope was looking like David's Bridal but (no offense budget brides) I just couldn't stomach the thought of walking down the aisle in cookie cutter polyester. ??Finally, someone at Marie Strauss in Beverly Hills (where my bridesmaids dresses had come from) suggested I try One Night Affair. ??At first, the thought of a rental wedding dress made me shudder and cringe almost as much as wearing polyester - or nothing at all - but let's face it, I was desperate and had nothing to lose. When I called and relayed my plight they stayed open late that night to get me in to find a dress. In a couple of hours, they'd calmed me down and I'd tried on enough gorgeous designer dresses (miraculously in my size!) to know it was gonna be ok. Sidebar: What's carried at a bridal boutique is generally a dress or two that's very small for the sake of trying on and your dress is then special ordered and fitted.??Before I walked back outside I'd found a beautiful Amsale ivory silk embroidered corset dress (retail $5k-$6k) that had just been shipped in and never worn that fit like a glove and needed just a simple hem and bustle. ??These guys may not have saved my marriage, but they sure did save the hell of a party that was my wedding!
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ABC
Channel 7 News
09-14-2009
ABC
Channel 7
Dream Weddings for Less
Save Money Monday
Experts say the average U.S. wedding now costs $25,000.
That puts a major strain on brides and grooms who want their dream wedding on
a very tight budget. But with a little creativity and a dab of elbow grease,
you can have the fairytale at a fraction of the cost.
Planning that spectacular dream wedding on a tight budget?
Wedding designer and author of "Countdown to Your Perfect Wedding"
Joyce Scardina Becker has some advice.
She says you can start cutting costs by trimming your guest list and getting
creative.
"Consider having a luncheon, consider having a brunch those will all be
less expensive than the seated, plated meal," Joyce advices.
You can also save a minimum of 25 percent by booking your venue in an off-peak
season. Here in Southern California that's November and anytime between January
and late March.
Then, say goodbye to sentiment and head to One Night Affair in west Los Angeles
where you can rent your wedding gown.
"They can be the belle of the ball without paying a fortune," Joyce
says.
Whether it's a beach wedding or an elaborate evening affair, One Night Affair
has over 2,000 nearly new gowns in sizes 2 through 40.
"You could rent a wedding gown for 99 dollars," a One Night Affair
employee says. "So you really can save. No matter what your budget is we
can fit it."
You can rent an entire great look from head to toe for pennies on the dollar!
On the other hand if you want to brag about a designer label, a $6,000 St. Pucci
rents for less than $700.
To see One Night Affair's gowns, accessories, and designers, log on to www.onenightaffair.com.
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New
York Times Article
09-11-09
"Marriages
to go" published the article (that follows) because "Renting a Gown"
is not only such a great way to go being eco-friendly, but with the way that
the economy is these days, we all need to find ways to save money on weddings,
and One Night Affair is the answer.
How many times are you going to wear your wedding gown (once!!!) Take the money
that you can save and put it towards other necessities.
I'm still a firm believer in renting gowns for all the right reasons!!!
Flag if inappropriate
Posted by: Elizabeth O., 9/11/2009
New York Times - Renting at One Night Affair is the way to go! ?
By ELIZABETH O.
The comprehensive article from the New York Times not only documents that previously-owned
dresses are big news these days, but lists many "pre-loved" dress
options for brides to consider. Check it out! Pre-owned is a great idea, not
only to conserve money but environmental resources too. And do remember, until
very recently it was considered perfectly honorable to wear another brides dress--as
long as the other bride was your mom. Consider that choosing to wear the dress
of a contemporary bride will afford you more style options and a modern silhouette
(no offense meant to the fashion sense of moms of course, and I hope none taken.)
Also, we girls can now enjoy the all benefits of renting our wedding togs just
like the menfolk, and not have to worry about cleaning or storing the dress
afterwards. The NYT article brings up wedding dress rentals as being the hottest
thing going these days, especially with the way the economy is. I can vouch
for a local one here in L.A. called One Night Affair; a few of my clients have
worn their dresses and looked great. At One Night Affair you can rent couture
dresses and accessories, some of which have been featured in film or TV projects,
for a fraction of what they'd cost to buy. It's a great option for brides with
an eye for fashion but a budget to consider. ?Its gonna sound corny, but Ill
say it anyway: what makes a bride beautiful is the radiance of her love, not
the sales receipt for her dress. ?? Check out One Night Affair Gown Rentals
at www.onenightaffair.com or call them at 310-474-7808 Editor Elizabeth Oakes
with "Marriages to go"
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Amazing
Dress
09-11-09
Posted by: Sherry B., 9/11/2009
They can re-build a dress in no time! Wear an amazing dress at a great price!
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Fantastic!
09-10-09
Posted by: Joane L., 9/10/2009
I'm also picking up my gown and going to the same Black Tie wedding as Cali.
We both look fantastic, thats all I need to say!!!
Thanks Guys!
Joe
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I
look beautiful!
09-10-09
Posted by: Joane L., 9/10/2009
I'm also picking up my gown and going to the same Black Tie wedding as Cali.
We both look fantastic, thats all I need to say!!!
Thanks!
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