A gown with Unique Details

From a unique design to strategic cut outs and tiny details, this year’s gowns are all about the little elements.  And because the designs are focused on the little details, and not so much the actual cut of the dress, many of these looks are structured for a variety of body types.  In the first photo, the cut of the dress sleek, with some rouching that could cover any “problem areas” below the waist, and it fitted up top.  Unique beading, rouching and cut-outs finish the look.  The middle dress has an empire cut, and flowing blue fabric.  What makes this dress so unique, however, is the back which is completely covered in iridescent crystal beading.  The dress furthest to the right is definitely not for those that are too body conscious.  The dress has many unique eye-catching details:  the cut and design, the colors, the beading-this dress is one of a kind.

The “short” ballgown

Described as flirty, feminine, and fun, we are seeing these pop up quite a few places this season.  This style flatters a variety of figures, while also giving apt coverage where needed.  The short ball gown is structured similarly to the traditional ball gown style, with one major difference-the bottom is a lot shorter.  These dresses accentuate a little waist, as well as arms and shoulders, and of course, legs.

Sparkles-lots of them

Being covered head to toe in sequins is back.  The style and cut of this dress doesn’t so much matter, as the fact that is must be completely covered in sequins.  Completely.

Abstract one shoulder

The one-shoulder dress had been “in” again for a few seasons, however, this year’s dresses have changed slightly in that the one shoulder is usually made by an accessory, rather than the cut of the dress itself: examples includes a tiny string of rhinestones that trail over the shoulder, a small strand of fabric connecting cross-corners of the dress, or combination of the two, in the form of a beaded applique.  This year’s hot one-shoulders are a little more subtle than their predecessors.

Structured corset top

This style has a variety of forms.  The basic principle of this design is the top of the dress-which is in the form of a corset with visible structured boning.    This dress actentuates a small waist and the upper body, and may come with a short long train.

Ruffles!  Ruffles Everywhere!

Another ultra-feminine, ultra-flirty touch.  ’Nuff said.

Yes, V-Day can be a bit commercialized, but the bottom line it is about you and who you love (or who loves you).  This can mean your sweetie, your friends, good ‘ol Mom and Dad, siblings-you get the picture.  Valentine’s doesn’t have to be a couples’ holiday (although it gets billed as such).

So, let’s continue with this line of thinking: if you make Valentine’s Day a day to celebrate those you love, what are some ways you can do that?

1. Wine tasting.  If you’re in an area of the country known for its lush vineyards and amazing vinos-i.e. the West Coast of Washington, Oregon, or California, why not take advantage?  Call up a bunch of friends and split costs on a wine tour, limo, or party bus.  Wine touring without a designated driver can be a tricky situation, because you almost always end up drinking more that you think.  This Valentine’s Day, give yourself, your parents, your friends, your significant other, etc. a break by hiring your DD and enjoying your day.
2. An evening out. Book a town car or SUV for the evening and head out on the town with your sweetie and/or your friends.  Make it a simple dinner and a movie, or do something out of the ordinary like hopping to a bunch of different places.  Bonus: give the “night on the town” as a gift to your parents.  When’s the last time they actually had a date night?  They’ll love it!
3. Valentine’s Day/Weekend Scavenger Hunt.  Book a limo or town car for part of the day, and then give your friend/family member/significant other a list of clues.  The driver’s itinerary will be “as directed by passenger”, so the passenger will follow the clues to the final destination/gift.

Here’s to celebrating love, friendship, and family!  Happy Valentine’s Day!

Vehicles/Cities:

Town car

Chicago: Santa buzzes through the streets of Chi-town in an ultra sleek comfy town car.  He’s hitting up several of his friends’ soiree’s in the Windy City.  With so many good parties in the heat of downtown, Santa needs a vehicle he can rely on to get him from point to point smoothly and in style.

Limo

LA: Santa is one with the stars mobbin’ in his stretch limo in LA.  He knows this is the only way to cruise from red carpet to velvet rope.  Santa hits all of the

Mercedes

Miami: Santa makes a quick stop in Miami for some holiday heat.  He rolls in a black Mercedes, with the windows rolls down to get some fresh air and to see and be seen.  He hits a couple of beach parties in his freshest board shorts.

SUV stretch

Denver: Something to brave cold in that includes room for the reindeer?  How about an SUV stretch?  Santa and his furry buddies head to a cozy lounge or resort where they can ring in the New Year with some well deserved holiday R & R.

Rolls Royce Stretch

Vegas: Santa likes to differentiate himself from all the other VIPS by rollin’ in a Rolls Royce Limo on the Vegas strip.  He hops from party to party-no need to be on the list-everyone knows Santa.

SUV

Portland, OR: Santa and his buddies pile into a brand new Escalade and head for Mt. Hood for some New Year’s Eve fun.  No doubt he’s used to the snow and is a pro at snowboarding and skiing.  He likes to kick back in the lodge after a day on the mountain.

Party Bus

NYC: What better way to watch the ball drop than in person?  Santa grabs his favorite peeps and reindeer and they pile into a party bus for a bit of pre-funking before the big count down.

With so many good  options, where and what will Santa choose to do?  Can’t he do it all???  He is Santa, afterall….

From us here at Limo.com, to you, happy New Year!  Don’t forget to book your designated driver.

1. A designated driver.  Seriously, no one in your family needs to drive when you have us.

2. Thanksgiving Weekend Wine Tours.  Some of the most elite wineries and vineyards open their doors to the public for tastings this weekend in Oregon, Washington, and California.  If you’re in one of these areas this weekend, this is the perfect time to grab the fam, rent a limo, and try some spectacular wine.

3. A long relaxing weekend (unless you prefer #4).

4. The biggest shopping day of the year, which also means the most insane parking of the year!  You know who doesn’t have to worry about that though?  You!  (see #5).

5. Someone to drive you around during Black Friday.  Yes, that would be us.  You rollin’ in a group?  No problem-grab a limo.  Is it just one or two of you?  Kick back in a town car or SUV.

       5 a. A warm vehicle to sit in early early in the morning on Black Friday, while everyone else is waiting out in the cold.

6. Yummy Yummy food for less than dinner out.

7. Tryptophan: the best natural sleep aid and cure to having to listen to Crazy Aunt Ethel’s two hour rants about her bunions.  Pass the turkey!

8. Family time and togetherness (Oh come on, Aunt Ethel’s not that bad…er…right?)

9. Catching up with friends.  Lots of people come into town to see their family (or head home).  Either way, there’s usually some type of reunion in store for you, should you want to see them. 

10. Holiday Movie Season.  Regardless of what you do or don’t have in common with your family, you can almost always bond over a movie.  Why not, book a car, and get out of the house for some family fun this weekend? 

We hope to see you sometime this weekend.  From us here at Limo.com, to you and yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

Limo.com’s Simple Costumes you can Throw Together Using things you already have at Home!

Ghost costume: Throw a sheet over your head.  Have a friend trace circles where your eyes need to be.  Take off sheet, and cute openings for eyes.  Viola!  Instead ghost costume.

Caesar/Roman citizen/Grecian Goddess: Grab a white sheet.  Look up how to fold a toga on YouTube.  Drape yourself in the sheet, according to the YouTube video’s instructions.  Grab a pair of flip-flops or strappy sandals.  Spray paint them gold.  Ladies, you may already have gold gladiator heels from this summer-in which case, more power to you!  Grab some gold leaves from the craft store and glue them to a headband for your hair.  Guys, have someone you trust give you the “Caesar Cut”.

Zombie: Grab some clothes you aren’t too fond of (you won’t want anything too nice).  Take some scissors and cut pieces off the clothing, or shred the edges of it.  You’re going for the “dilapidated look” so use your imagination.  Ladies, grab some mauve eye shadow or really dark blush; guys, borrow your woman’s make up.  Put the dark color under eyes to make your skin looked bruised and hollow.  Line eyes with thick black eyeliner.  Use red lipstick to create pustules of blood.  Try red lip liner, or you can buy fake blood at the costume store fairly inexpensive prices-grab some hillbilly teeth while you’re at it.  Ladies, rat your hair for an even more disheveled look.

Vampire: The clothes you rock with this costume may depend upon what era you’re from.  Vampires are usually dark creatures, so grab you’re darkest sexiest clothes and wear those.  Ladies, fishnets and a black dress are usually a good start.  Dark heavy make-up, or super light skin and dark make-up work well.  Use lipstick and or lip liner for bloody red lips.  Spring for some cheap fangs at Rite Aid, or the like-almost every store has them this time of year.  Guys, a black dressy vest helps with the “Victorian look”.

Mummy: Grab a roll of toilet paper.  You hold the end while a friend runs around you repeatedly, covering you with the roll of t.p.  Repeat, until you are completely covered head to toe.  This also works great to portray a “head to toe bandaged person”.

Where’s Waldo?: Grab a red and white horizontally striped t-shirt and some dark wash jeans.  If you don’t have the shirt, borrow one.  You will know someone who has one.  Grab a navy beanie or striped beanie.  Girls stuff your hair into the beanie.  Grab some black rimmed glasses (or borrow some, go to Goodwill, etc).  Go hide in one of the busiest places you can think of…invite your friends to look for you.

Giant Baby: Put on a flesh colored long sleeve shirt or turtleneck.  Grab that white sheet again.  Fold it around your bottom half so it looks like you have on a giant diaper.  Bonus for those of you who have giant safety pins.  Borrow a pacifier from your baby, or from one of your friends who has kids-trust me, if they have kids, they’ll have a pacifier.  String it around your neck.  Borrow Grandma’s bonnet, or head to Goodwill to find one.  Grab a “blanky”  to drag around with you.  Give yourself rosy cheeks with some dark blush.  Cry if you don’t get your way.

Jolly Green Giant: Green tights, green turtlneck, green leggings, green face paint (you get the idea here).

It’s a busy weekend-so make sure you get your limo, town car or SUV as your D.D. and have a safe and happy Halloween!

Vegas

Friday-

Check out resident DJ, DJ Pauly D spinning at the Palms Casino Resort Pool during the day, followed by Club Rain that night.  Fist Pump!

College Student?  Head over to McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon, sporting a college t-shirt and receives shots for half price.

Armin Van Buren spins at Marquee.

Saturday-

Check out Calvin Harris and Afrojack at Surrender nightclub in Encore.

Jersey Shore Fan?  Check out Snooki doing what she does best: “partying” at Pure Nightclub in Caesar’s

Got that lovin’ feeling?  Check out Sade and John Legend performing at the MGM Grand

If you wanna laugh this weekend, then don’t miss Bill Cosby at Treasure Island

Paul Oakenfold spinning at Club Rain in the Palms.

LMFAO brings the party at Tao

Sunday-

Takin’ it back to the 80’s and early 90’s: The B-52’s and Human Leagues perform at the Mandalay Bay

Def Leopard will pour some sugar on the crowd at the MGM Grand

R&B Star Ginuwine will keep the ladies swooning’ at LAX Night Club

Flo Ride performs at Haze Nightclub in the Aria

Keeping things on the naughtier side of “naughty and nice”, The Bank will host a Lingerie Ball

Ferry Corsten spins his magical beats at Nikki Beach at the Tropicana

Monday-

Get your grub on at the Bare Pool Backyard BBQ event

Above and Beyond spins at Wet Republic

Portland, OR

Friday-

Disco Fever, baby!  Discos, Discos Dance Party at Club Holocene

Saturday-

Labor Day Weekend Bacon Arts and Cupcake Festival

Held in NW Portland on the corner of Flanders and 8^th, Saturday-Monday

Bacon bar, Voodoo Doughnuts Treats, and Nike, Columbia, Lucy and other top brands at deeply discounted prices?  Um, yes please!  What’s better than bacon and shopping?!

Art in The Pearl: Fine Arts & Crafts Festival.  Come check out the work of 100+ artists in the beautiful Pearl District.  Sat-Mon, beginning at 10 am.

Check out Scene at Club Aura and get your party on.

Sunday-

If there’s one thing Oregonians love, it’s their wine!  Lucky for them and those who choose to visit Portland this weekend, there are many exclusive vineyards opening their usually exclusive doors to the public!  Grab a limo, or SUV and some friends.  With over 25+ wineries opening their doors this is not to be missed!  Check out: http://www.chehalemmountains.org/ for further details.

New Hawthorne Market, grand opening

Begins at noon, at 2310 SE Hawthorne

Great for people watching, tasty food, and shopping

Party at the Barrel Room, downtown Portland.  Doors open at 9 pm-DJs and Dancing.

Monday-

Labor Day Picnic at Oaks Park.  Great for family fun!

New York City, NY

Friday-

Electric Zoo after Party with Fatboy Slim.  Electric beats to shake your booty to.  Check out Electric Zoo prior to that, starting at 2 at the Robert F Kennedy Bridge, Randall’s Island.  4 stages, tons of acts

Adrenaline Junkie?  Check out the Tony Hawk Vert Jam.  Watch as pros Hawk and Staab (among others) show off their smoothest moves on a huge half pipe set up along the Hudson.  (Hudson River Park, Pier 54)

Ladies, grab your girls and head on over to Touch, 240 W. 52^nd Street.  You and girls are free until 1am.

Where are you going after work?  Head to Stay for drinks with your co-workers to get your weekend off to a relaxing start.  Rated as one of the best after work lounges, by reviewers on Citysearch.com  .  244 E Houston.

Saturday-

Take a limo to Brooklyn and taste some fine gin at Breuckelen Gin Distillery.

Check out the Sidecar Bar & Grill, several blocks away-White Bean dip and blue oysters, anyone?

Rolling Stone and the Art of the Record Review, 128 E 63^rd St.  The exhibit boasts designs from the album reviews of Rolling Stone, since 1970.

Is hip hop your thing?  Head to Governor’s Island to check out the talented Nas, Lauren Hill, Erykah Badu, Ghostface, and more at Rock the Bells concert series.

How well do you lie?  If you’re good at poker, or maybe just putting forward a good poker face, then you have to check out The Liar Show at the Cornelia Street Café-29 Cornelia Street-.  Member of the audience choose which out the four tales is true and which is a lie.  Wine prizes for a correct guess.

Love shopping? Check out Mary Meyer’s new boutique on 56 Bogart St, where she will be offering up to 60% off on some of her finest duds.  Score!

Combine two of my favorite things: wine and chocolate, and I’ll be there.  Ayza wine and chocolate bar at 11 West 31^st Street accomplishes this and much more.  Open until 1 a.m.

Sunday

Today is Brazillian Day in NYC.  In celebration, a mile-long multi-street fair is held from 10-7pm on 46^th St between Madison and 8^th Aves.  Check out traditional Brazilian dance performances, djs, and amazing food.

Head for a spot along the Hudson River to check out the Annual Tug Boat Races.  Boat compete for the fastest tug boat, along with Best Dressed Crew, and Best Vintage Tugboat

If you like house music then you can’t miss Club Pacha tonight.  World class DJ Roger Sanchez will pumping up the crowd with his contagious beats for the official Electric Zoo After Party.  Be there.

Monday

Three words: Barney’s.  Warehouse.  Sale.  255 W. 17^th St.  Lowest Prices of the season.  ‘Nuff said.

West Indian American Day Carnival, Brooklyn.  Beginning at 11 am.  Parade, Island Culture, and Caribbean Eats.

Sports Fan?  Don’t miss the 2011 US Open held at Flushing Meadows, Corona Park, Queens.  Sharapova, Wozniacki, Nadal and Federer.  Bonus: Iron Chef Morimoto serving up his signature sushi on site.

Show off your Salsa dancing skills at Taj Lounge, 48 West 21^st St.  Monday is Salsa night complete with drink specials.  How festive!

‘Tis the season for activities. Whether you’re attending a friend’s bash or your own wedding, nothing is as cool as rollin’ to your destination in style. Let us help you with those arrangements: book your special occasion limo with us today.

2. It’s summertime, and it’s hot.

There is a major heat wave happening in the majority of states right now, and not everyone has AC in their place or in their vehicle. But guess what…our fleet does! What’s the coolest way to keep cool? By travelling in a hot looking vehicle with AC, of course! We got you covered.

3. More time with your peeps!

How many people are in your group? A fair amount? If this is true, then it’s safe to say that you won’t all be travelling in the same vehicle…unless of course you book a limo or party bus with us. You get more quality time with your friends/fam, AND you can socialize all you like because you are paying for a professional to watch the road and get you to your destination safely.

4. Avoid the DUI.

Drinking and driving = no bueno. It’s a bad decision for a plethora of reasons-I’ll spare you the lecture, but you know the drill: don’t do it. As a matter of fact, eliminate any temptation to do it, but making sure your transportation, as well as transportation for your loved ones is already taken care of. You’re smart, and you’re responsible, and now you can party the night away with your friends, and not worry about how you are getting home safely.

5. Help the environment.

You see it in the news on a daily basis: how big is your carbon footprint? Do your part to help the environment, by shrinking your pollution contribution a bit. Commute with your friends in one large vehicle, and reduce how many cars are on the road. Bonus: many of the limo companies on limo.com offer hybrid stretch limos, hummers, etc. Ask your operator about options when you book.

It’s time for you and your friends to ring in the start of summer in a BIG way:

The Party Bus. Nothing like getting the party started and keeping it going for hours while on a big party bus with 20 of your closest friends.  Bonus: you have a paid D.D. that you know isn’t going to flake and who won’t be partaking of the booze.  So go ahead and enjoy that martini.

The Stretch Hummer.  Take girls’ night to the next level.  Have everyone chip in for a stretch hummer for the afternoon/evening, and skip the cab.  Roll to your destinations in style, with a smile.

The Classic Stretch.  Memorial Day=an extra day in Wine Country, right?  (wink).  You’re going to want a sleek ride out to the vineyard, so you and your posse don’t have to worry about getting back.  Many wineries hold special events/tastings this weekend, so hurry and book your group limo for your area.

Some wineries of note:

Archery Summit:  18599 Archery Summit Rd, Dayton, OR

The winery holds a Memorial Day event with tours of their beautiful caverns.   This weekend only, a complimentary glass of their famous pinot noir is included in the  tasting.

Phelps Creek Vineyards: 850 Country Club Rd Hood River, OR 97031

They are also hosting a special open house through Monday of Memorial Day weekend.    Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy with their wine.  Wine discounts and extended hours are featured.

Northstar Vineyards: 1736 J.B. George Road, Walla Walla, WA 99362

The vineyard has picturesque views of the valley and surrounding Blue Mountains, plus a smashing deal of $7 per flight (refunded with purchase of any bottle of vino).  They are open through the holiday weekend,        10 am-4pm.

Maryhill Winery: 9774 Washington 14, Goldendale, WA

Washington State’s 2009 Winery of the year hosts a special open house event for all tasters on Memorial Day Weekend.  The winery boasts extended hours, Hawaiian BBQ food, and 30% off some of their vino.

Make sure to have a safe and happy weekend, whatever your Memorial Day Plans include…oh and leave the driving to us

Rent your town car or limo, and take Mom out: Vegas-style.  Sin City has plenty of Mother’s Day Goodies.  Here are just a few of them:

Spa

Have our town car take Mom to the Red Rock Spa.  Named one of the top 100 resort spas*, the Red Rock Spa boasts many unique treatments for Mom and Mom-to-be’s.  Check out the Orange Bliss Sugar Meringue Scrub and Massage.  The treatment  uses an all natural sugar scrub infused with orange oil to leave Mom feeling energized and smelling good.

http://www.redrocklasvegas.com/spa/

Nightlife

Club: Eve at the Crystals,  City Center

If Mom likes to party, order a stretch limo for her and her friends, and tell the driver to take them to Eve Nightclub for their annual Honoring Mothers celebration.  Eve dedicates 5/8 to honoring the “hottest Moms”.  Kris Jenner is a honored celebrity guest this year.   Party starts at 10:30.  Be sure to have us pick Mom up afterward so she has a DD.

Dinner

We’ll pick you and Mom up in a town car and take you to a fabulous steak dinner on the strip.  For $59 per person, Morton’s offers a full course meal for you and Mom.  Yum!

http://www.mortons.com/lasvegas/specialevents/

Brunch and Dinner

Famed chef, Wolfgang Puck’s Postrio Bar & Grill in the Venetian offers Mother’s Day Specials all day on Mother’s Day.  Brunch is from 11 am- 4pm, and dinner begins at 5p.m.  For dessert make sure to check out the Grand Marnier-scented ice cream with chocolate soufflé.  Bon Appetite!

http://www.wolfgangpuck.com/restaurants/fine-dining/3821

For a little bit of South of the Border flavor check out Border Grill at the Mandalay Bay for brunch.  They have a special Mother’s Day brunch featuring dishes such as,  coconut crusted French toast, and Santa Fe breakfast enchiladas.  Mother’s Day brunch is offered both Saturday and Sunday.