Wedding planning help is here!

by adriennekume // March 13, 2018 // Comments off

We’re seeing so many 2018 and 2019 brides who are in all stages of the wedding planning process! We love helping our brides make the wedding planning go as smoothly as possible and with our wedding and event planning background... Continue reading →

Crazy Daze Summer Sale!

by adriennekume // June 26, 2017 // Comments off

Come see us at Merrime Bride & Soiree and be a part of our summer discounts from July 6-July 8th! You’ll have access to: All bridal gown samples discounted 10%-50% off or more Bridesmaid samples starting at $39 Spanx shapewear... Continue reading →

What To Wear To A Summer Wedding

by adriennekume // May 16, 2017 // Comments off

Wedding season is already in full swing. Admittedly, it is one of our favorite times of year. We love everything wedding and we certainly love seeing our brides all dressed up in their Merrime gowns. Here are a few rules to remember... Continue reading →

How To Plan The Perfect Bachelorette Party!

by adriennekume // April 18, 2017 // Comments off

Before we get started on all the details for planning the perfect bachelorette party, its essential that we recognize these 5 important items to keeping everybody happy: Listen to the Bride Set a Budget Have A Backup Plan Forget Tradition Go With The... Continue reading →

Engaged? Your First Wedding Planning To-Dos!

by adriennekume // March 28, 2017 // Comments off

Congratulations, you’re getting married! Once the initial excitement and shock of first being engaged wears off you’ll be in the mindset to start making decisions. Here are the most important things you need to do to really kick off your... Continue reading →

5 Things To Know Before You Go Dress Shopping

by adriennekume // February 28, 2017 // Comments off

Brush up on your bridal shopping basics and you’ll be happily prepared for a visit all about you and your gown! Appointments Can Be Helpful While you may get lucky and walk in when there are few people in the... Continue reading →

Pantone’s Color of the Year 2017 | Greenery

by adriennekume // February 16, 2017 // Comments off

Pantone’s Color of the Year is a symbolic screenshot of what we see happening both nationally and globally and this year they’ve chosen Greenery. Greenery is a fresh and zesty yellow-green shade that evokes the first days of spring when nature’s greens... Continue reading →

Local Business Feature | Jordan Jewelers

by adriennekume // February 7, 2017 // Comments off

One of the best things about having a bridal boutique in downtown Albany is being surrounded by other wonderful businesses that also cater to couples planning their wedding. We’re fortunate to have Jordan Jewelers as one of our closest neighbors, and we couldn’t... Continue reading →

New Arrivals | Alfred Angelo

by adriennekume // January 31, 2017 // Comments off

2017 is in full swing and we are excited to share our newest gowns from Alfred Angelo Bridal! Whether you love the elegance of a classic wedding dress or the luxe sophistication of a more contemporary bridal gown, Alfred Angelo... Continue reading →

Featured Photographer | Serendipity Photography

by adriennekume // January 17, 2017 // Comments off

This week we wanted to feature our friend and owner of Serendipity Photography, Mellissa Stanturf. She was so kind to answer a few questions about her experience in photography and what sets her apart as a wedding vendor in Oregon. Why do you love... Continue reading →