Dayton Wedding Links
Our favorite wedding shops in a fifty-mile radius for bridesmaid's gowns, tiaras, bridal veils, bridal jewelry, and accessories:

Dayton brides should definitely know what can be found in one small area In Cincinnati: (Reading is a 45-minute drive from central Dayton). The Reading Bridal District, just north of Cincinnati, Ohio, has become a national bridal landmark, not only for more than thirty-seven bridal businesses on two streets, but for the unique nature of the shops and the cheerful, helpful attitude of everyone you meet. It is truly a village of wedding possibilities. Here are a few of the shops of special interest to Dayton Brides:

• Bridal and Formal, the world's largest bridal salon with an inventory of over 3000 dresses.
• European Bridal, 513-821-6505
• Bridal Alterations by Lucy, 513-761-5628
• Paris Tiaras, the birthplace of the most famous tiaras in the world.
• Cincinnati Brides, a bright, airy salon with dozens of the latest must-see styles.
• Bare Necessities, for lingerie/intimate apparel, all suitable for wedding gowns & hard-to-find crinolines, for the full skirt.
• Bridal Wearhouse, with incredible buys in inexpensive bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, and flowergirl dresses.
• Alterations by Lucy. Expert wedding gown alterations.
• All About Brides, a gown shop. 513-948-8500
• Letterheads. Wedding invitations, gifts, and items for your reception.
• Perfect Wedding Accessories. Gifts and items for your wedding.
• Weddings in One. Bridal consultant and organizer.
• Benson Street Tuxedo. (We didn't forget the groom!)
• Lifetime Events Photography. Wedding photography. 513-761-2034
• Ron Shuler's Creative Images. Wedding photography. 513-948-1717
• Reading Florist. 513-733-3111
• Oasis Florist. 513-563-1131
• Several area restaurants serve up everything from pizza to elegant luncheon fare. Angilo's pizza, Sorrento's, Meier's Cafe,
   Foley's Irish pub, and all the usual fast food places withing walking distance.
• Last, but not least: Ample Parking! Three municipal parking lots attached to Benson street.

Our Favorite Bridal & Wedding Links

There are so many sites on the internet that are just advertising and have no useful content! Our links actually go somewhere! We are proud of the fact that we are not just another directory or "link farm." We also get very tired of clicking on links that go nowhere, and will always try to bring you the latest gown styles and the best tips and advice for your wedding ceremony, including objective reviews of dress manufacturers who have not paid to be on this site. Dayton brides should watch this site for useful and timely articles about wedding dresses, wedding receptions, wedding photographers and everything else needed to make your Dayton wedding ceremony both successful and memorable.

•Cincinnati Cupcakes A new website! Find out why cupcakes are all the rage in today's wedding receptions!

• Crooner Jack - Jack Garrett is the most sought-after wedding singer in the tri-state area. Find out why! Jack has become the most sought-after wedding singer in the Midwestern United States. When your wedding is important enough to be remembered long after the cake is cut and the flowers are gone--Crooner Jack will impress your guests that much!

• European Bridal - Your source for better designer bridal gowns at surprisingly affordable prices. Euroopean Bridal is in the heart of the Reading Bridal District, which is the largest wedding shopping area in the world, with 40 businesses dedicated to making your wedding the best ever.

• Cincinnati Brides - A list of award-winning bridal businesses in Cincinnati, Ohio. This site also lists some interesting but little-known locations for weddings and receptions.

• Tiaras, a pictorial history of the tiara. Tiaras "Do's and Dont's". Tiaras in Art, History, and Film. Did you know that the ancient Romans started the wedding cake tradition? See wedding tiaras from famous personalities and movie stars. Find out what tiara your favorite star wore.

• Ashley Pastries - A Dayton pastry shop where wedding cakes make a difference. Each of our wonderfully decadent wedding cakes are baked and designed in our commercial kitchen using only the finest and freshest ingredients available. Our bakers can customize a creation just for your Special Occasion. This is your day, allow Ashley's Pastry Shop to make your wedding cake something everyone will be talking about. Contact Theresa to schedule your personal consultation and free wedding cake tasting. • Maribelle Cakery, LLC - Cincinnati Your source for the finest wedding cakes in Cincinnati. Kosher Dairy and Pareve cakes. See why this shop has a 20-year reputation for the best in Cincinnati! Incredible number of awards from companies as diverse as AOL, The Knot, Cincinnati Magazine, Reading Chamber of Commerce, Association of Bridal Retailors, Association of Wedding Professionals, and the Association of Bridal Consultants.

Don't forget the tiara or diamond headband to complete your ensemble. For the convenience of ordering from home, this is the one of the better sites on the internet, with some of the most beautiful tiaras you've ever seen. Go to Princess Bride Tiaras and check the selection of hundreds of tiaras and bridal accessories. Also contains informative pages on the proper way to wear a tiara and veil with different hairstyles.