TLC's Monte Durham
Wedding event set for Feb. 16 at River Farm. Tickets on sale now!
History buffs, vintage fashion fans, newlyweds or about to be engaged? You are in for a sweet post-Valentine’s Day treat on Saturday, Feb. 16 at "Something Old, Something New" at River Farm in Alexandria.
Monte Durham, the star of TLC’s "Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta," will be at River Farm to show off and talk about some special vintage wedding dresses hand-picked from his own private collection.
Among the dresses on display will be Durham’s one-of-a-kind replica of the wedding gown Jacqueline Lee Bouvier wore when she married Sen. John F. Kennedy on Sept. 12, 1953. Durham's most vintage gown will sweep attendees off their feet and back into the roaring 1920s. While meeting and mingling with Durham, show attendees will enjoy finger food bites, a hot and cold beverage station, and a champagne toast courtesy of Main Event Caterers of Arlington.
Wedding dress history
Take this unique opportunity to learn from Durham as he presents fashion styles throughout the decades and what to expect in upcoming trends. Learn how fashion and traditions came to be and then evolved over time. His mastery of textiles and design can help you determine the proper elements to honor the past, navigate family and religious obligations, and help set an ultimate new course of personal style. Slipper satin, or silk, beads, or lace, or beaded lace; how to choose and what exactly is the difference in a fit and flare gown and a trumpet gown? Durham will cover all these questions and more, with his impeccable insight on fashion and couture.
The public is invited to this fun fashion event at River Farm by reserving space now. Seating is limited; doors will open at noon on Saturday, Feb. 16 at River Farm in Alexandria.
Tickets are $25 per person which includes "Something Old, Something New" with Monte Durham, tea sandwiches, desserts and refreshments by Main Event Caterers as well as one limited-edition bone china AHS Floral Garden Mug. Parking is free. Each limited edition 8-ounce bone china mug features a seasonal floral wraparound design by nature artist Liz Clayton Fuller with AHS logo on the underside.
Registration is now open, please click here to reserve your space.
River Farm is the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society (AHS) and is ranked as one of the best venues for wedding ceremonies and receptions in Virginia, D.C., and Maryland. AHS Event staff will be available to provide tours and consultation for anyone interested in planning a future special event or wedding at River Farm.
River Farm is located four miles south of Old Town Alexandria on the banks of the Potomac just off the GW Parkway at 7931 East Boulevard Drive Alexandria, VA 22308.
Click here to read more about Monte and his connection to River Farm and the wedding industry.
