Real Weddings: Meet Justine

Custom Designed Wedding Gown: Tulle on Tulle

#carolhannahbride Justine was looking for more than your standard wedding dress. With layers upon layers of natural white Italian tulle, a hand draped sculptural bodice, a warm blushy lining, and a dramatic fit and flare silhouette, her custom gown from scratch was one of my absolute favorite projects this year!

An Ethereal Woodland Wedding

Every detail of this wedding is oozing with elegance and whimsy, and we love how the florals and furniture were used to transport the guests into Justine’s dreamy, ethereal vision!

Gown: Custom | Veil: Heritage Veil | Wedding Photographer: Melissa Ergo | Florals: Charlotte and Daughters

Happily Yours,

CH

Real Weddings: Meet Angelina

Angelina and Roger were married in a huge industrial space in Hudson, NY and Angelina knew she wanted a rockin' custom gown, something that felt like it represented her personality. This seamed lambskin leather racerback with a fit to flare skirt gave her the edge she was looking for. We especially dig that pearlized nude and ivory color combo!  

There is so much to love about this wedding!  Angelina's killer braid for one (and that of her best man), that drool-worthy, light drenched locale, and let's talk about those 1000 origami cranes that make up their altar. Traditionally, it was believed that if one folded 1000 origami crane's, one's wish would come true. It has also become a symbol of hope and healing. Congratulations you two!

Gown: Custom based on our Aleister gown and Versailles Trumpet Skirt  | Photography: Joshua Brown Photography | Hair: Oxana Khulkhachieva | Makeup: Angelica Molina | Flowers: Flowerkraut

Happily yours, CH

Real Weddings: Meet Clare

When it comes to grit and urban character, New York and it's five boroughs, can't be beat. Clare and Harry took advantage of everything the city they love has to offer on their wedding day. They hit the streets, with Bonnie Jenkins, and captured some killer shots featuring Brooklyn. Word around town has it that these two really know how to put on a party. Their venue, the Wythe Hotel, is a meticulously renovated, 116 year old, factory building that sits on the Williamsburg waterfront. The perfect setting for a night of big city magic. Just check out those King Kong skyline views. Clare chose a custom gown that was SO right for her easy breezy Brooklyn bride vibe.

Gown: Custom | Photography: Bonnie Jenkins | Flowers: Heavenly Blooms | Venue: Wythe Hotel | Videographer: Reel Brooklyn | Planner: Dawn Mauberret Events

Happily Yours, CH

Real Weddings: Meet Ivy

It's IVY!!! And oh, how we love Ivy. Not only is she one of our retailers (anyone lucky enough to have found their gown at Lovely Bride in Philadelphia already knows her), but she has become a friend over the years. So, you can imagine the excitement in getting to create a custom gown for her! One thing you may not know about Ivy is that she is a dancer. A seriously talented, trained, competitive dancer (like a gold medal winning U.S. champ...just sayin'). It follows that Ivy is comfortable in sparkly gowns so this one had to be EXTRA special and allow her to dance the night away. It was a total dream to spend time with this girlboss while we created her one of a kind gown and this beauty turned out just right. The first look got Matt all teary, and my oh my how she glowed under that grand chuppah. The night ended with this couple totally killing it on the dance floor. Mission accomplished. Mazel tov you two.

Gown: Custom Veil:  Empress Veil | Photography: Love Me Do | HMU: Aleksandra Ambrozy | Florals and Design: Evantine Design |  Videography: Squareware Studios | Paper Goods: The Papery |  Cake: Cake Life Bakeshop | Venue: Logan Hotel and Ballroom 

Happily Yours, CH

Real Weddings: Meet Della

Dream dress, dazzling location, true love. Della and Anwar were married at the gorgeous Decameron Resort in Panama. Talk about a magnificent destination! This resort is right on the beach, just off the Gulf of Panama. Della chose a completely custom gown in gold tones with tons of shimmer. She looked like a royal mermaid in head-to-toe sequins. We love that she finished her look off with the touching addition of her grandmother's veil.

Dress: custom (see more about our custom options here) | Photographer: Kato Barnett

Happily Yours, CH

Real Weddings: Meet Nicole

Rooftop garden oasis I-do's in the heart of NYC. Nicole and Ben wanted a non-traditional, intimate, outdoor ceremony and reception and they found just the spot for their 60 guests at the David Burke Kitchen in New York's SoHo neighborhood. Lush greenery, flowers and the view of the freedom tower wowed guests. Nicole and Ben did away with a number of wedding traditions and opted for an extended cocktail hour, gourmet slider and truffle fry bar, boozy beignets, dancing and a GIF booth in place of a photo booth (LOVE!). Nicole knew she didn't want a white gown from the get-go and ended her search when she chose a two piece including a custom skirt, our Mulberry made in the pale aqua and gold chevron silk jaquard of our Azurite gown. Perfection for this sunny, September love-fest. 

Finery: Custom Mulberry Skirt in our Azurite silk jaquard, top similar to our Aleister (more about our custom pieces here) | Photography: Ardita Kola Photography | Venue: David Burke Kitchen | Hair Stylist: Mark Christopher Rowbotham | Floral Design: Metropolitan Plant Exchange | Desert Table: David Burke Kitchen and MILK bar

Happily Yours, CH

Real Wedding: Meet Angela

“Two hearts in love need no words." -Marceline Desbordes-Valmore

Angela and Allen were married in Paris! Ya, that’s right, the city of lights. Two hearts in love may need no words but this sweet bride and groom exchanged truly inspired vows. Grab a tissue and check out their wedding video.  Angela shown bright in our Tourmaline, with a custom sleeve created from the Polaris Wrap. She topped her look off with our Braided Sparkle belt.

Finery: Tourmaline customized with a Polaris Wrap inspired sleeve, Braided Sparkle belt | Photography: I Heart Paris | Hair & Makeup: Allison Depriestre | Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Venue: Maison des Polytechniciens | Planner: Fete in France | Florist: Sol y Flor

Happily Yours, CH

Real Weddings: Meet Lauren

Lauren and Zach did the Big Apple proud! These cool cats celebrated the city in their dual-borough nuptials. From their first look photos (taken right across from the landmark Soho Pharmacy in Manhattan) to their intimate ceremony, at Frankies 457 in Brooklyn, Loreto Caceres Photography captured it all. The couple's day was set against the brownstones, bridges, and street scenes that make us love this city. Lauren chose to have a custom gown created from our Bellevue Bustier and Versailles skirt. It was the perfect embodiment of the sleek sophistication and spunk that is NYC.

Gown: custom created from our Bellevue and Versailles separates | Photographer:  Loreto Caceres Photography | Venue: Frankies 457

Happily Yours, CH

Real Weddings: Meet Leslie

Leslie and Josh were married just outside of Boston at Endicott Estate. The twenty-five room historic mansion provided a perfectly charming setting for the day's festivities. I-dos were exchanged among the 18 acres of rolling lawns, under century old elms, as the sun set. Leslie is wearing a customized gown, created from our Azurite Bodice and Mulberry Skirt; an enchanted blend of modern style and timeless romance. That tiny bow tie is also one of our custom creations. We made it for that sweet little pup, to match Leslie's skirt (of course).

Gown: Custom blend of our Azurite Charmeuse bodice and Mulberry Skirt. See more about our custom offerings here | Photography: Zac Wolf Photography | Venue: Endicott Estate 

Happily Yours, CH

Real Weddings: Meet Becky

Becky and Joey's wedding is one party we want to attend! All smiles, friends and love. And let's talk style. Becky chose to do a custom combination with our Aleister Bodice + Mulberry Skirt. We adore it paired Joey's sharp blue suit. And how great are the photos of these guys taking it to the street? Congratulations you two.

Finery: Aleister Bodice + Mulberry Skirt | Photography: Alex Contell

Happily Yours, CH