Avant Bride Trunk Show

 

We are pleased to announce our first trunk show of 2010...Avant Bride NYC.  Ellen Hunter, chief accessories designer of this Manhattan based wedding line will be doing an exclusive Chicago appearance with us.  Join us at The Left Bank January 23nd - 24th, 2010 for a fantastic unique and eclectic collection of combs, headbands, pins, and veils.

Ellen Hunter is an original Southern Belle from Alabama and went to "finishing school" at the prestigious London College of Fashion.  She later became a bridal specialist at Nicole Miller in New York City before opening her own fabulous design studio.  Come meet Ellen yourself and let her help you find the wedding accessories of your dreams!

 

Avant Bride Trunk Show Details

 Preview Day ~ Friday, January 22nd ~ 4pm - 7pm

Saturday, January 23rd ~ 11am - 5pm

Sunday, January 24th ~ 12pm - 4pm

Appointments recommended, but not required.

773.929.7422

theleftbank@sbcglobal.net

 

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