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Web Surfing Wednesday

Thinking about having a candy bar at your wedding or bridal shower, but not sure where to start? We're loving the packages available through Candy Bar DC! They have all kinds of cool options, from just renting their fun apothecary jars and dishes and going DIY, or having them map out and provide a themed candy bar for your event. They have tons of sweets to choose from, from classics like button candy and swirled lollipops to adorable candy sushi served on a platter. Check it out!

When placing your order, be sure to mention the code word "sweets" for 10% off your order! What a sweet deal!

[Photos via Candy Bar DC]

'Upon A Star' Celebration Recap

As we hinted yesterday, we had a total blast at our 'Upon A Star' Wedding Gown Giveaway Celebration on Friday! 

With 6 amazing finalists and over 3000 public votes, it was an exciting race to the finish. The lovely Farisa Dastvar won the gorgeous Eternal Flame gown by Jorge Manuel. She assembled an exuberant crew of friends and family to help her celebrate the exciting news!

With Hitched owners Carin and Julia and designer Jorge Manuel standing by, watching Jeanine Lalonde, last year's 'Upon A Star' winner, announce this year's winner was truly a treat!

We are especially thankful to our amazing partners for helping to make sure a great event. The guests were treated to delicious fare by Design Cuisine, beautiful Flowers By Sidra, and fun party favors-- personalized note cards by Meant to be Calligraphy. In addition to a custom gown by Jorge Manuel, Farisa got to spend the night at the luxurious Fairmont Hotel [how divine]!

A huge thanks to the oh-so-talented Chris Anderson of Route 1 Multimedia for photographing the event so beautifully. Congrats again to our lucky bride-to-be!

[All images courtesy Route 1 Multimedia]

You're Cordially Invited!

We're having quite the celebration here at Hitched on Friday, May 18th, and we'd love all our loyal blog followers to join us! We'll be announcing the winner of our 'Upon A Star' wedding gown giveaway with Jorge Manuel at this fabulous soiree, which wouldn't be possible without the folks at The Fairmont Hotel, who will be hosting our lucky winner for the evening! Featuring sips and snacks provided by Design Cuisine, gorgeous florals by Sidra Forman, stunning calligraphy by Meant To Be, and Ralph Alswang snapping away with his camera, it's an affair you'll certainly remember! 

Please RSVP if you're planning to attend-- info@hitchedsalon.com. We can't wait to see you there!

Web Surfing Wednesday

We thought we'd share a little St. Patty's Day inspiration in honor of this weekend's holiday! Check out all this glorious green from Hostess with the Mostess, and don't forget to wear at least a splash of the color this weekend for luck!

Hope you have a fun and lucky rest of the week, readers!

"Upon A Star" Blogger Brunch Recap!

As promised, here is some more eye candy from the incredible brunch we hosted last week to celebrate the launch of our "Upon A Star" Wedding Gown Giveaway with Jorge Manuel! But before we get to the goods, we've got to thank the incredible DC vendors who made this event possible.

What an incredible event they produced! Just see for yourself...

A huge thank you to everyone who made this fabulous event possible, as well as everyone who attended. We had a wonderful time and hope that you are all as excited as we are about "Upon A Star!" If you are a bride-to-be and have yet to enter to win the stunning gown that's up for grabs [pictured here with Carin & Julia of Hitched and Jorge Manuel himself!] be sure to hop over to the official entry page today!

[Photos by Ralph Alswang]

Christmas Countdown: Candy Canes

Red and white stripes remind us of the peppermint treats, but also add a sweet touch to wedding and party decor!

[Board via Snippet & Ink, Photo 1 via Style Me Pretty, 3-5 Hostess with the Mostess]