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I am always amazed at how passionate so many of our readers are about voting for finalists in SW giveaways but you guys really went above and beyond for this giveaway. Over 800 (!!!) readers voted for their favorite Chaviano Couture sketch!

Annette toiled away to turn your ideas into stunning sketches and now the moment has arrived. Which finalist did you select? Which story touched the most hearts? Which marvelous design will be made into a custom couture creation? Oh, the anticipation!

You voted and we listened. We would like to give a whopping congratulations to Elizabeth!

Elizabeth’s idea:

“The bond between my mother and I is everlasting and I would love to incorporate some of her wedding gown into my own getaway dress. Starting this heirloom would be a gift to pass down from generation to generation. Not only will it have sentimental value, but the handmade touches add so much charm. I love the idea of keeping the religious symbolism of the white dress signifying youth and innocence ongoing throughout my wedding attire. My ideal, fairytale getaway gown would be a just below the knee sheath dress (like the vintage 1950’s wiggle dress) complementing a deep elegant open back. A slightly ruched bodice with pearl accents would give the dress texture and appeal. I would love to have three quarter length lace sleeves with the Audrey Hepburn shoulder pad look to add the vintage flare and mother’s wedding gown lace. To continue with the vintage theme, I really like the look of old pearls as buttons to adorn the back of the gown. Even though you like details and ideas, I love the idea of designer touches and expression in the gown, especially from such an amazing woman, so anything you would like to add to the gown with the material, embellishments, and bottom of the gown will be stunning! I am so honored for this opportunity to have such a striking getaway gown! I am sure my hubby-to-be will be very excited as well! He even informed me that in his book, “The Groom’s Game Plan, getting to the altar and surviving the trip”, it outlines and defines getaway attire!! I sure hope on March 24, 2012 I will get to wear my very own Chaviano Couture getaway gown!!”

Annette is going to have a blast turning your idea into reality! For those of you who didn’t win (though we wish you all could have!), you can still bring your creations to life!  Chaviano Couture is offering a 20% discount on all orders placed by January 31!

One more thing, remember the Bleu Garters giveaway from a few weeks back? Unfortunately, we were never able to get in touch with two of our winners (hate when that happens) so we have randomly selected two new winners! Congrats to Allison and Melly S!

We will be having another giveaway next week! Y’all come back now, you hear?

Written with love by Whitney
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Winner! :: V3 MEGA Photo Giveaway

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Gather ‘round, readers of SW. I have a story for you. Once upon a time, there were ten finalists in the V3 MEGA photo giveaway. They were all vying for fabulous prizes. The champion would get to choose from a $50 ITunes gift card for some swingin’ tunes, an ad on the blog so the winner could reach all of the SW readers, or a Mini Instax camera so the champ could continue taking stunning pictures for future SW giveaways. Of course, the competition was fierce.

Then, the powers that be (us SW editors) left it up to the blog readers to choose the winner! Why? Well, honestly they weren’t capable of selecting a winner. There were too many great options! The Skype date was the perfect example of modern day SW readers. All of the brides to be were downright gorgeous. Lola the puppy was just so darn cute! How could they ever decide?

After counting the hundreds of votes that poured in over the week, we are so excited to announce the winner!! Congratulations to Jessica B. and her two labradors, Cooper and Scout! She won our readers over with her perfect picture of Southern charm. The lemons are a perfect touch, don’t you think?

Tune in tomorrow to find out the winner of the Chaviano Couture giveaway!

Written with love by Whitney
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  1. avatar Kelly Sauer reply

    I love it. If I had to lose, I am so, so glad I lost to Jessica! If my own photo hadn’t been a finalist, I would have totally voted hers myself! Congratulations!

  2. avatar Birds of a Feather Events reply

    I agree with Kelly! I was in the contest, and this one was my fav as well! Go Jessica!

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It’s time to spread the giveaway goodness! Today we are picking winners left and right. Three of you lucky ducks will be winning custom garters from Bleu Garters, another charming reader will get a beautiful feather headband from Lo Boheme, and a third will receive a goodie box of delights from our Fearrington color story. Let’s get this party started!

First up, Bleu Garters!

Drum roll please! The three winners for the Bleu Garters giveaway are Okeoma (whose favorite design in Bleu Garter’s collection was the lacey Gardenia III), Jenn (who loved the Victoria), and Kalea (who picked the Monaco for a little something blue)

Congratulations, ladies! You will each get your own custom-made garters from Bleu Garters. Ooh la la!

Now, which reader will get to channel the beauty and glamour of the Southern Meets SoCal feature?

Lo Boheme offered up the vintage-inspired feather headband featured in the shoot to one of you. Congratulations to Karlye! We asked readers to tell us their favorite part of the Southern Meets SoCal shoot and here’s Karlye’s answer:

Aside from the amazing photography as a whole, my favorite details about this photo shoot are the use of cotton and green tomatoes. I love how two things that are so southern and so simple were put together to create such elegant décor. Those details, along with the absolutely stunning dress and enchanting lighting, make for captivating photos that are soft and romantic.

Couldn’t have said it better myself! Enjoy your Lo Boheme feather headband!

Now on to the Fearrington goodie box, which will include lovely pieces from Gleena Ceramics, Amelia Rose, Fuss Jewelry, and Emersonmade.

Megan B is our lucky winner! She said:

“The entire issue is amazing!! However, personally, I can really appreciate the shoot at Fearrington Village. It hit home with me because not only am I using the cotton cady fresh mint bridesmaid dresses from JCrew, I considered having my wedding there! Cost being a major factor, we’re taking those vintage, garden-esque elements into an indoor venue that will better suit my budget (and fear of rain in April!) The photo of the monochrome macaroons really gave me excitement about using all shades of aqua/teal/tourquoise/mint. Those colors are stunning and paired with vintage lace, tea cups and saucers, and gorgeous flowers to incorporate into the wedding, it will really capture the essence of Spring. My mom actually came up with a cute idea from that photo to serve the macaroons in little nests to look like robin’s eggs for the bridal luncheon :) Needless to say, this shoot was gorgeous, but I just love every hand picked detail that added so much charm!”

Be sure to enter this week’s ridiculously awesome Chaviano Couture giveaway. You have ’til Monday!

Winners: don’t forget to email us to claim your fabulous prizes!

Written with love by Whitney
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  1. avatar Megan B reply

    so I was reading and reading and I saw Megan B- and nearly screamed while sitting at work. Total surpise and I had to double check but I realized, THAT’S ME! omg! YAY!!:) Thank you, SWS! I’m beyond THRILLED! Y’all rocked my week! I’ve been carrying around my issue of SW3 everywhere because of all the inspiration goodness from that shoot (my registry even includes the Vietri dishes!)

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