December
12.6 // Lex’s of Carytown 2016 Sneak Peak Lex’s of Carytown has newly expanded its repertoire to include a line of bridesmaid dresses. Enjoy complimentary champagne and desserts and check out the new additions plus a sneak peak of 2016 formal gowns. Register to win a $100 gift card. RSVP’s are required by calling 355-5425 by Dec. 1. Noon to 5 p.m. lexsofcarytown.com
12.30 // miLA Bridal Winter Celebration miLA will showcase its winter collection of bridal dresses and accessories. Enjoy a glass of champagne as the store celebrates a successful year and the upcoming 2016 wedding seasons. Stony Point Fashion Park. 330-3118 or miLABridal.com.
January
1.15 and 1.16 // Joanna August Trunk Show Come out to Bella Bridesmaids on Grove Avenue and see the new collection of dresses and participate in a weekend full of promotions. Free by appointment, call 658-0105. bellabridesmaids.com.
1.24 // Richmond Wedding Experience At the Wedding Experience, you will chat with Richmond’s most talented and trustworthy wedding professionals as you taste delicious cakes, see beautiful floral displays, and find your dream dress in our runway fashion show. You’ll be inspired as you discover new ideas and uncover the latest wedding trends. Plus, you’ll receive discounts and special offers that are offered only at this event. All brides receive a one-year subscription to Brides Magazine and a custom glass print valued at $200 from symbolizeit.com. This is Richmond’s largest wedding planning event and a ‘must-see’ for anyone with a wedding in their future. Tickets are $15. Save 25% when you enter promo code RMAG. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.. weddingexperience.com.
1.31 // Richmond Wedding Expo The Richmond Wedding Expo will feature more than 150 vendors. Brides registering in advance at richmondweddings.com/wedding-expo/register/ receive a $2 discount on tickets and will be eligible for door prizes. Tickets will be available the day of the expo for $12. 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Altria Theater
February

Photo by Kate Magee
2.13 // Valentine’s Day Party at miLA Bridal Join miLA for an evening of romance, sweets and all things lovely and divine. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Stony Point Fashion Park. 330-3118 or miLABridal.com
2.21 // The Greater Virginia Bridal Show Richmond Meet vendors, sample cakes and enter to win a $35,000 Richmond Dream Wedding or other thousands of dollars in door prizes. Designer David Tutera’s dresses will be showcased in a fashion show and you could leave the event with your entire wedding planned. $10. 1 to 4 p.m. at the Richmond Raceway Complex Old Dominion Exhibit Hall. vabridemagazine.com
March
3.12 // Meet miLA Designers Stop by miLA Bridal and meet the dress designers. They will be on hand, offering bridal design education and tips on personalizing your own wedding gown. Brides attending this event will receive a free sketch. Stony Point Fashion Park. 330-3118 or miLABridal.com.
April
4.10 // Olivia K Fall 2016 Collection This is an opportunity to see the first of miLA’s newest Olivia K Collection for Fall 2016. Brides purchasing gowns will receive a complimentary gift. The event will run all day but requires an appointment. Stony Point Fashion Park. 330-3118 or miLABridal.com.