Randy to the Rescue

Wow, it's been such a whirlwind here that we've really fallen behind in our blogging! I'd like to share with you a big project we've been working on: Randy to the Rescue. This is such a new, fun idea for the TLC Channel.  Randy Fenoli stars in this new series with a twist: he packs a large truck with his favorite designers (well, their designs-not them personally!)

This truck packed with goodies is making rounds to large cities across the country, where venues are transformed into bridal salons. The best part of all: Randy himself is there to help brides find their perfect look! What I love about this concept is the fact the Randy realizes the gown itself isn't the only thing to transform a woman into the bride she dreams of being; it takes the perfect accessories as well! What a breath of fresh air to see a show that completes the look.

We've shipped a wide variety of styles for Randy to use in his show at his request. To be exact: 13 headpieces, 11 veils, 11 bracelets, 15 earrings, and 4 belts! The show is set to air this summer, and we'll be sure to let you know when. Be sure to attend an event yourself to fully appreciate our handcrafted in the USA beauties!

Gown: Anne Bowen
Photography: Leslie Privette Photographic Artist
Model: Emilee Behrendt

Made In America-25 Years Strong!

There is a lot of hype about being "Made In America" right now. Guess what? I LOVE it! Did you know that we've been making our designs for 25 years in the good ol' USA? I've been advised, numerous times over the years, to have our designs mass produced for us overseas. I'd sure make a lot more profit, I can tell you that. However...it's just not in my DNA. Not at all. Call me stupid, stubborn, whatever- but I REFUSE. I KNOW how good our products are. Yes, it does cost more to have them made here. But it is worth it-it's that simple. Please support the USA-made designers out there. We are strong, talented, and love what we do. And we do it with a passion to make you happy.

Cheryl King Couture on the cover of Charlotte Weddings

How exciting to find our beautiful Cheryl King Couture veil "Jewel" featured on the cover of Charlotte Weddings magazine!

Closeup of our lace in gold; also available in silver, ivory and diamond white.

Side view of our Cheryl King Couture veil 'Jewel'

We've included this lace in some yummy headpieces you may enjoy!

Noelle, featured in the silver lace.

Priscilla features silk petals, cubic zirconias and our gold lace.

Cheryl King Couture in Destination Weddings and Honeymoons

Our beautiful hand carved mother of pearl hairpin has been selected by the fashion editors of Destination Weddings and Honeymoons Worldwide Guide for 2011! 

Here is a closeup photo of this beauty, accented with a gorgeous Grade AAA freshwater pearl.

If you love this style, here are some other mother of pearl flower selections that you will adore!

Addison

Heidi

Selena

Shelly

We've also designed some fabulous jewelry to perfectly complement these styles:

BA30B hand knotted Grade AA large pearls

KV26E

KV26N

KV28N

Couture Bridal Market April 2010

Here are some photos of our showroom last April in NY at the Essex House for the Couture Bridal Market.  It was so wonderful to see all of our friends!

Cheryl King Couture in Charlotte Weddings Spring/Summer 2010

Here are a few photos featuring Cheryl King Couture and Cheryl King for Icing Couture styles in the Spring/Summer 2010 issue of Charlotte Weddings Magazine.

June 2010 Destination Weddings and Honeymoons features Cheryl King Couture designs

Here are a few of the editorials featuring Cheryl King Couture for this month.  We hope that you enjoy them!

From the fabulous Destination Weddings and Honeymoons May/June, 2010 issue:

Our Fuzzy Staff

Since I've been thinking about pets and weddings, I thought that I would introduce you to our "Fuzzy" staff members today.

 Above is our Quality Control Manager, Savannah.  Her interests include singing, sniffing and playing with "woobies."

Bailey is our Invoicing Manager, and enjoys new "onesies,"  barking and a good burger.

Delilah is our newest fuzzy employee, and is still getting her feel for her specialty.  She enjoys licking, bouncing and playing with everyone.

And our model, Rhiannon, was with us for many fabulous years (1986-1998) and we still miss her today.

Although I must admit that they have very sporadic attendance at work, every day they do grace us with their presence in the studio is a very happy day!

Fuzzy Babies and Your Wedding

Well, the big day is approaching, and you realize that it just wouldn't be complete without your ever-faithful, loving and bestest-ever friend...your pet.  How best to include them?

There are several different resources on the internet to help you, and here are a few of our favorites:
Martha Stewart
Wedaholic.com
USA Today

But more fun that that, here are some adorable photos!  If you have some photos that you would like us to include in a future post featuring your sweet and fuzzy babies, please email them to info@cherylkingltd.com for consideration!

Flowers everywhere!

Well, flowers are in bloom everywhere in wedding accessories!  From petite and subtle pieces to lavish floral accessories, this trend is here to stay for awhile.

Our "Rose Garden" hatinator has been wildly successful, with very large silk, organdy and velvet petals accented by feather wisps floating upon feathered layers of illusion creating a hat effect.

"Eileen" is more demure with a smaller version of the flower in "Rose Garden," yet still dramatic in its own right.

"Dorothy" combines many elements for a fresh take on a floral piece, with French illusion wisps, jeweled centered flowers, and beaded swirl accents.












Whatever your style, there is sure to be a flower accent for you!