Calling all future brides! The Grand Opening of Altar, a bridal fashion boutique, will be held on August 12th at 332 W. 75th Street. Altar prides itself in “redefining bridal” and providing a personal atmosphere for brides to find the perfect designer dress. Special guests at this event will include Heidi Elnora, famed bridal designer and Project Runway Season 2 competitor, and Elise Bergman, bridesmaid dress creator. Save the date and head to Altar for some fun, fitting and fashion!

Fun Fact from the Altar Bridal website:

June has traditionally been “the Marriage Month.” This dates back to the Middle Ages where people were “clean” from their annual May baths so would be clean for their June wedding.

Mark your calendar for the Brookside Sidewalk Sale, happening July 8th through July 11th.  Enjoy the beauty of Brookside and relish in the great deals area merchants have to offer!

Tulips on Troost has created a set of beautiful greeting cards to share with your family and friends!  Eight different images taken on Troost Avenue, shot by three local photographers, are featured in the set.  To see all images, click here.  To purchase an order e-mail maureen@tulipsontroost.com or call 816-523-5553.

Altar, a bridal fashion boutique, is now open at 332 West 75th Street.  Altar was created for brides seeking fresh and fashionable designer dresses in a personal atmosphere.  Not only does the shop carry an extensive collection of up-and-coming designers’ gowns, they also have bags, veils, and jewelry to complete any bride’s look.  To learn more, visit altarbridal.com.