When tying the knot to their respective Prince Charmings, both Stacy Senechalle and Ursula Guyer had one splurge in mind: the perfect dress. Knowing other women felt the same way, they answered the wishes of Chicago brides by opening White Chicago, a luxury bridal consignment shop. With complimentary backgrounds (Guyer worked in marketing and communications while Senechalle worked in marketing and event planning), impeccable taste and a love for weddings, they’ve created a sleek, sophisticated shopping experience, where brides can scoop up a mint-condition, once-wed Vera Wang or Reem Acra for a fraction of the price. But while the ladies may be wedding-focused by day, nothing makes them happier than coming home to the hubby at night.
Whether you’re happily married, currently betrothed or just daydreaming of the day, the selection of breathtaking designer dresses at whiteXchange.com is not to be missed. Surf by for a look at the gowns, to consign your own wedding goods, or to check out their advice-filled White Chicago blog.
Our favorites…
Scent:
Stacy: Mangosteen by Fresh.
Ursula: Un Jardin
Eye cream:
Stacy: Big, dark sunglasses!
Ursula: Arbonne Repair Corrective Eye Creme
Mascara:
Stacy: So far it’s Vincent Longo “The Curl”
Ursula: Lancôme Cils Booster XL and Définicils
Moisturizer:
Stacy: Good ole fashion - Olay Complete All Day UV moisturizer.
Ursula: Arbonne Reality Day crème with SPF 8
Body Lotion:
Stacy: Benefit’s Bathina cream “Touch Me & Then Try to Leave”.
Ursula: LOVE, LOVE my body lotion! I first tried L’Occitane Verbena lotion at the Four Seasons in Hawaii and now I am addicted! It’s probably because it brings back great memories and it smells so good. Try it and you will love it
Which lip gloss are you addicted to this month?
Stacy: Stila pumping lip glaze in Berry Mint.
Ursula: Benefit – Almost Famous
I feel prettiest when…
Stacy: I am walking down the street, hand-in-hand with
my husband.
Ursula: I am in a new pair of shoes!
I am always searching for …
Stacy: A great mascara that’s not heavy, won’t clump, doesn’t irritate my eyes and looks natural – help!
Ursula: A piece of chocolate.
I will splurge on…
Stacy: The perfect gift for other people.
Ursula: My future trip to Africa – I am still saving for it though!
Favorite fashion trend of all time…
Stacy: Chunky cocktail rings.
Ursula: Wearing what you love no matter if it is “in” or “out”
Going green?
Stacy: I use recycled grocery bags every week--it’s a step!
Ursula: Of course - What better way to pass on the love and save the environment – sell your wedding gown and recoup some costs!
Most played song on your ipod right now?
Stacy: Gotta Have You by the Weepies.
Ursula: Just Dance – Lady Gaga.
The best part of my day is…
Stacy: When my hubby gets out of bed in the early am to go to work and I still have two hours to sprawl out before my day begins!
Ursula: My morning run by the lake.
I would love to meet…
Stacy: Julia Roberts – love her!
Ursula: Karl Lagerfeld.
A movie I could watch over and over again is…
Stacy: The Notebook – I am a hopeless romantic.
Ursula: Sliding Doors.
Favorite Chicago neighborhood is…
Stacy: Wicker Park.
Ursula: Lincoln Park.
Favorite vacation spot…
Stacy: With the hubby, anywhere in Tuscany. With the girls, Mykonos, Greece. With the family, Land o' Lakes, Wisconsin.
Ursula: Governors Beach, Saint-Barth.
Secret guilty pleasure…
Stacy: Red Swedish fish and tropical dots candy.
Ursula: Eating mac and cheese.
