PAGE 22. WH1TY FREE PR.ESS, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 1990 I~~E EOUr N VOGUE IEN VOGUE EN VOGUIJ IENVGI Encore: Where brides.,retuürn hi o n By- Trudie Zavadovios If you have planned a wedding, you lknow that every time you turn around, you're opening your pocketbook. By the time many couplesgay ai do,» the only hou theyhave to retreat*'to is 'the porhoB. One of the major expnses of the day is the, wedd*ing gown, an exquisîte dresi that moat ,women wear for r;0 more. than ton to 12 hours, topa; a dress for -which meny women Pa hundreds *té- thousands ofdollars;A. er the wedding, traditionaliy, the dresa is cleaned and boxed foree as a- keepsake, a very expensive keep- sake. Bobbie McCarthy of Aax deci- ded té open Encore Bridlai Fash- ions where; brides, willing to part with their gowns, can et a return on their money, and new brides cen get exquisite gowns at affordable prices. And business is booming. McCarthy ha. converted part of her home inté, a boutique where she has a wide variety of delicately worked gowns (some hand-beaded), bridesmaids' dresses, special dresses for moms, flowergirls, and even tuxedos for the ring bearer. She also has 'special occasion dresses for proms, dances and other fes- tive functions. "I take dresses in on consign- ment,» says McCarhy. She says today' woman is money con- scious as well as fashion con- scions. «Women want to look good ini %quality clothes but not pay a fortune." Quality is wh at PITCH-IN WEEK C / - r<ýe McCarthy aius for. "Everythinýg is quality at. less expensive prices. I give personai- ized service. IcouIdn't doit in a retail setting.» She bas a variety of style. and, sies. ranging from 4 to 20. Popu- 1er materiais are satins, taffetas and silks. An array of vouls hats end gloves are also on- hand. She also bas a selection' of silk, flowers, which was. her original business. «ýI take.anything that's dift. feront or unique.» Shel has clients from Toronto, Etobicoke Bur- lington and Hamuilton,, both buy- -inge end-selling. For brides Who want a Iasting memento of their dress, McCarthy recommends two women who make dolla in the exact replica of the bride, and dupIlicate the wedding gown rightdown té the lest peari, or .. hesees clients by appoint- ment only. For more information" eaI 427- DENISE MIMTE wiil be one of the participants in the %Images' fashion show to be held at Henry Street Hligh Sehool on May 9, 7:30 p.in. AHl pro- ceeds will go to the Whitby General Hospital First Class Car Campaign. T7ickets are $5. è~Lli. 2nd ANNUAL - VICTORIAN TLA Please join us for this special eve: Preview our new Spririg Lines while relaxidng with a cup of tea & sN F5, b ent. iweets. MYfSTERY SLESPECIALS ar new Spring Unes include: SUSAN BRISTOL, RUFF HEWJN SKYR & HIERMIAN GIEIST, DEANS 0F SCOTTLAND, o -BYOTB- April 19 9:3Oam - 9:OOpm 57 Baldwinl Street (DrBW UmS a= tm ba April 20 9:3Oam - 9:OOpm Brooklin, OntarioD anc4oe1O% off irguIý'r Aprl 21 9:3Oam - 5:0Opm 655-3474 priamorfmâm)Brmng a Friend Less than 10Omi.nutes rom Whitby. '%l- "UNC TE THE SUN" Corne & see lemo collection of 100% cofton shirts, summer sweaters, golf shirts & shorts and receive a 10% discount until- April 30/90.. CE)lProo< 51 B Baldwin St. (HWY. 1 2) nsFn Brooklin 655--3963 rt Open Monday - Saturdoy 9:00-5.-0:pae AmlM pakn * Mýaiain for MON AMOUR' Fabu fousWed&(ii Creations in Qj1alty Si&Ço m Custom made designs suited specifically for your tastes and desires Hand Beaded Bridai Gowns Bridai Accessories Custom Tailormng to ail Gowns Mother of Bride and Groom Fashions Affordable Prices Exclusively in Durham Region at: Dianne's Bridai Couture 413 Dundas St. E., Whitby For Your Exclusive Appointment Cail: 430-8985 SEE MARIA JUNG'S DESIGNS IN 'TODAY'S BRIDE« MAGAZINE i ou