Amsale + Drama = ABC-TV WEDDING WEEK

Three of the TV dramas I've watched faithfully each and every week for a few years are featuring weddings this week: Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice and Brothers & Sisters. Can you say "heaven?!" This may go down in history as my own personal sweeps week.

What I also love about this week is all four bridal gowns were provided by one of my favorite couture designers, Amsale. She's dressed everyone from Julia Roberts to Katherine Heigl to Alicia Keys, and between tonight and Sunday she's adding "Callie," "Arizona," "Charlotte" and "Sarah" to the list.

First on Grey's Anatomy (Thursday at 9:00 p.m. EST), the characters "Callie" and "Arizona" will say "I do." Sara Ramirez ("Callie") chose her own gown but asked Amsale to add sleeves. Jessica Capshaw's ("Arizona") gown was chosen to complement Sara's and features flowing organza cut-outs and crystals.

Later on Private Practice (Thursday at 10:00 p.m. EST), the character "Charlotte" will wear one of Amsale's designs that's reminiscent of a flower (as everyone decides whether there should be a wedding at all). Out of all of the TV brides, I feel KaDee Strickland ("Charlotte") looks most beautiful. It's almost as if Amsale designed this gown with her in mind.

Finally, on Brothers & Sisters (Sunday at 10:00 p.m. EST), the characters "Sarah" and "Luc" will tie the knot. The Amsale style chosen by Rachel Griffiths ("Sarah") was transformed from a full length finale piece to a tea length fun-loving version.

Don't forget to tune in! (with a box of tissues nearby, of course)

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by Rashana Anderson
Founder & Managing Director, THE BRIDAL PARTY

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