Hawaii World Class Wedding Expo XXXI takes place Oct. 25 (6 to 10 p.m.) and 26 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at Hawaii Convention Center with 150 exhibitors offering a variety of wedding services, including photography, location, hair and makeup, catering, floral arrangements, decorations and more.
There also will be fashion shows at 7:30 p.m. Friday (Oct. 25) and 2:30 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 26) featuring the latest bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, mother-of-the-bride wear, flower girl dresses and tuxedos.
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Courtney Coleman: Casablanca Bridal gown with a sweetheart strapless bodice adorned with embroidery and beadwork, a pleated sash at the waist, and beaded semi-cathedral train $890 (rental)
Among the looks to be seen on the runway will be some of the newest designs available at True Elegance, a bridal boutique in Aiea offering wedding, bridesmaid and prom dresses available for purchase or rent. The store carries dresses and gowns from size small to 5X, as well as an assortment of veils and accessories.
Featured here are some of the latest styles from True Elegance, located at 99-185 Moanalua Road. For more information, visit trueelegance.org or call 487-7766.
For more information on Hawaii World Class Wedding Expo XXXI, visit BridesChoiceHawaii.com or call 943-1067.
Photos by Nathalie Walker
Flowers/bouquets from Florist Grand
Hair and makeup by Beverly Kaneshige / www.makeupbybev.com
On location at The Kahala Hotel & Resort
Ana Torres: Alfred Angelo ‘Francesca’ fit-and-flair gown with ruched bodice and organza over satin $1,439
Ana Torres: Alfred Angelo ‘Christina’ gown with shimmer net and embroidered lace adorned with crystal beading, rhinestones, sequins and taffeta flowers $1,249
Ana Torres: Alfred Angelo ‘Christina’ gown with shimmer net and embroidered lace adorned with crystal beading, rhinestones, sequins and taffeta flowers $1,249
Courtney Coleman: Casablanca Bridal gown with a sweetheart strapless bodice adorned with embroidery and beadwork, a pleated sash at the waist, and beaded semi-cathedral train $890 (rental)
Olga Shevchenko: Alfred Angelo ‘Paulina’ gown with wrapped sweetheart bodice, beaded band and box-pleated full skirt $1,800
Courtney Coleman: Sincerity Bridal tulle over satin gown $650 (rental)
Olga Shevchenko: Winnie Couture gown with lace-up bodice, a V-neckline and embellishments on shoulders $850 (rental)
Ana Torres: Anjolique Bridal Collection two-piece wedding gown $550 (rental)
Olga Shevchenko: Alfred Angelo ‘Michele’ gown with an elegant halter made from luxe taffeta, satin and re-embroidered lace sparkling with crystal beading, rhinestones, pearls and sequins $1,099
Courtney Coleman: Alfred Angelo ‘Juliet’ gown with twisting and turning lace over satin, and a sweetheart neckline adorned with rhinestones, crystal beading, sequins and pearls $1,399