The 2011 DEBI (Distinctive Excellence in the Bridal Industry) Awards were a night of glitz and glamour at The Chicago Field Museum. Hundreds of the best and brightest in the bridal industry dressed in black-tie attire for the gala. The night of drinks, dinner, and dancing was hosted by county music star Laura Bell Bundy. Manufacturers and retailers watched with bated breath as models strutted down the runway in the nominees' gorgeous gowns and dresses. And, of course, Bridal Guide was right there in the action to deliver the scoop on the winners!
Bridal Guide's Fashion Sales Rep. Rachel Bashner, Associate Publisher/VP Jim Duhe, and Fashion Advertising Coordinator Rachel Dichter at the DEBI Awards
A big congratulations goes out to Mon Cheri Bridals, who took home three DEBI Awards! Mon Cheri won the Flower Girl category with its Joan Calabrese line; the Special Occasion category with its Montage line; and the Prom category with its Tony Bowls collection.
Allure Bridals took home the Bridal DEBI for its gorgeous gowns, and Bill Levkoff won in the Bridesmaid division.
Bel Aire Bridal won the headpiece award, and Benjamin Walk took home the DEBI for footwear.
The Quinceanera DEBI was awarded to Mori Lee by Madeline Garner. Pronovias won the award in the Better Bridal/Designer category.
Click here for a list of all the nominees. Congratulations again to all our winners and nominees!
—Rachel Dichter
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