LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Luxe Hotels Wedding Event (LHWE II), now in its second year, has partnered once again with internationally renowned, bridal stylist Renée Strauss, to host the premier wedding showcase event of the season. The posh and glamorous affair will take place at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel on Monday, March 9th, 2015 from 4-8 pm, earmarked to give brides and grooms ideas for making their own upcoming wedding event “the dream of a lifetime.”
The unique LHWE II wedding showcase, themed “Romance, Italian Style”, highlights elements of one of Europe’s most romantic escapes. The event was designed to make guests feel as if they are walking along the canals of Venice, tasting the delicacies of Rome, and journeying back to the Renaissance, as they interact with innovative wedding industry exhibitors in anticipation for their upcoming nuptials.
“LHWE II is going to be like the Academy Awards of bridal showcase. It is truly an event that will be unlike any other,” said Strauss. “This past year I traveled the world over and uncovered new and elegant wedding trends, created by leading industry experts and companies, many of whom have come to the Los Angeles area, specifically to exhibit their creations and share their concepts and ideas with brides and grooms-to-be.”
“We are thrilled to host another Luxe Hotels Wedding Event with the legendary Renée Strauss,” said Luxe Hotels Founder and Chairman, Efrem Harkham. “This year’s event features the best of the best in the wedding industry. We are delighted to present this elite class of industry experts to newly engaged couples who have dreams for making their wedding day special in all ways.”
Strauss and a group of esteemed host committee members dedicated to making the evening sparkle secured vendors who are much in demand worldwide. Exhibitors range from wedding gowns, menswear, fashion accessories, beauty products, photography and videography, wedding and event planning, wedding supplies, food and beverage services, and much more. Some exhibitors showcasing their craft this year are:
| Justina Bridal | Haagen Dazs Gelato | ||||||
| Trunk Club | BevMo! | ||||||
| The Art of Shaving | Wildflower Linens | ||||||
| Custom Comfort Mattress | OCLA Events | ||||||
| Mayfair House | Don Antonio Pizza with celebrity pizza chef, Roberto Caporuscio | ||||||
| Godfather Films | Pasquini Coffee & Espresso | ||||||
| Bella Nella Bridal Hair & Makeup | JOURNEYS by CH (Central Holidays) luxury properties | ||||||
| Bella Vita Events | Italian Tourism Board | ||||||
| Lilla Bello | Jamaica Cakes | ||||||
| Emma and Josh Photography | Greg Kalamar Live Event Artist | ||||||
| Brian Saculles Photography | E Plus Entertainment | ||||||
| Sprinkles Cupcakes | VESPA | ||||||
| Black Bow Designs | Grand Éclair | ||||||
| The Persephone Papers | PATCHI | ||||||
| Miguel Fairbanks Photography | Carving Ice | ||||||
| Vanilla Bakeshop | Modern Luxury Brides California & Angeleno (Media Partners) | ||||||
| Robles Video Production | Hotel Concordia Venice | ||||||
| J&M Entertainment | Grand Hotel La Favorita Sorrento | ||||||
| Matrimony Films | Grand Hotel Miramare Santa Margharita | ||||||
| The Warren Priske Old Hollywood Jazz Combo | |||||||
| Paleta | |||||||
| Exquisite Events | |||||||
The evening will culminate with an exclusive Justina Bridal fashion show that will feature this year’s latest nuptial styles. Prior to the fashion show, the event will include a beauty bar and grooming lounge where guests will be able to visit, while dining on delectable culinary bites, signature cocktails, and delicious desserts. Future brides and grooms will also have the opportunity to visit the Vespa photo booth, attend a “Fit to be Wed” mock wedding, and watch live action artist Greg Kalamar paint the event scene as it happens. Additionally, one lucky winner will receive the evening’s grand prize -- an extravagant eight-night Italian honeymoon. Moreover, yet another lucky winner will get a Custom Comfort mattress, so the newly wed Mr. and Mrs. can start off their new life on the right side of the bed.
Tickets for the event are $75 per person and available for purchase at the Luxe Hotels Wedding Event Eventbrite website: lhwe.eventbrite.com. In the coming months, LHWE II will continue to announce special event partnerships, giveaways, pre-event festivities, and more. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/luxehotelsweddingevent as well as Twitter and Instagram @LuxeWedEvent.
Luxe Hotels
Luxe Hotels, a leading boutique hotel brand, is recognized for its distinct individuality and personality. The Luxe Hotels brand epitomizes exceptional design, unique style and a sense of place. Current portfolio includes Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel, Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel and the Luxe City Center Hotel. Led by visionary hotelier, Efrem Harkham, the brand is committed to bolstering each independent property’s efforts to increase its visibility, viability and sales. Luxe Hotels properties benefit from the brand’s exceptional reputation for an unrivaled standard of excellence and more than three decades of hotel operational experience. Luxe Hotels is a brand of Harkham Hospitality, Inc.
