Today the majority of brides all over the world follow the tradition of wearing a white gown on their wedding day. But where did the tradition originate and when did it become a staple of every wedding? Turns out it wasn't until late 19th century that white made an entrance as a color of choice. Prior to that it was customary to get dressed in bold, rich colors, embroidered with delicate needlework and adorned with jewels. Wedding dresses, for nobility especially, were worn to show off their wealth and status. Some noble brides' gowns were so heavy with jewels, the women had to be carried down the aisle. All of that changed in 1840 when Queen Victoria donned a simple, white frock trimmed with...
Whether your engagement has just begun or is fully underway, getting curious about wedding dresses is the first step on your wedding planning journey. There are flowers, cake and centerpieces to contemplate, yes. But nothing is going to make you feel more excited about the day you say ‘I Do’ than opening up a Brides magazine or pulling up Pinterest to peruse the latest dress trends. Bridal Spring Fashion Shows have just wrapped up, giving us a glimpse into what 2019 has in store for brides all over the world. And let us tell you, there is a lot to be excited about! From sparkle and florals to capes and ball gowns, there were a number of alluring elements that...
Sun rising over the mountains, a sapphire lake sparkling in the distance. A stunning backdrop designed by nature paired perfectly with a stunning gown designed by us. For this styled shoot the bride was wearing our blush mermaid off-the-shoulder gown, a neckline that while being a classic over the years has made a frequent reappearance more recently. Both Brides magazine and Vogue highlighted off-the-shoulder gowns as an integral part of this years' fashion shows, featuring more lace and beadwork than ever before. Featuring a removable overskirt, whose popularity has been steadily rising in the last few years, this gown is really two dresses in one. It allows you to wear your dream dress for the ceremony and your photos, while being comfortable later on the...
Check out the feature on Dear Gray Magazine issue 4 here "The design for this Venetian inspired editorial came from a blush pink antique copy of Shakespeare's Merchant of Vince I came across. The masquerade ball referenced in this play is typically portray in gaudy barrages of color, but a soft and feminine rendition would be a fresh spin in a classic theme. And what is more soft and feminine than blush pink, especially since it is the most popular color or our wedding this season" said Nicole from Florathérapie Lace Mermaid Wedding Dress (#Anastasia) $4,200 Side Split Wedding Dress (#Elexus) $1,500 Vendors: Dresses: Dream Dresses by PMN www.dreamdressesbypmn.com @pmndesigner Photography: The W Portraiture www.thewportraiture.com @thewportraiture Creative Direction /Florist/ Mask: Florathérapie www.floratherapie.com @floratherapie.flowers...
From the photographer… “This fairytale inspired wedding shoot at Snoqualmie Pass drew inspiration from the movie Frozen and ice queen Elsa. The delicate details on this ice blue dress make the model appear as if she is emerging out of the snow and brought this shoot to life. This shoot was full of elegant romance and magical displays of love between the couple. Warmth was brought to the models’ cheeks by their gentle embraces and affections. The details were brought together by a crystal and ice inspired cake, tables cape, and whimsical blue wedding ring and invitation suite.” Non-traditional wedding gown (#Alsatia) http://bit.ly/2kUeKnN Dress: Dream Dresses by P.M.N |Photography: PEARL Photography by Elena | Makeup: Blushed By Veronica | Event Planner: Champagne & Stardust Wedding Planning and Design | Baker: Gathered...
