Inspiration: Chrysolite by Michael and Carina Photography

Wintery pastel perfection. Our Chrysolite gown glistens in this beautiful inspiration shoot set at The Retreat at Cool Spring in Bluemont, VA.   

Swathed in sequins and dripping with subtle sparkle, the Chrysolite is a favorite around here and with good reason!  Trickling embellishment?  Check!  Sparkle that's not tacky or overdone?  Check! A dramatic train and more detail the closer you look?  Check check check!  

Gown: Chrysolite | Photographer: Mallory Dawn Photography | Film Lab: Goodman Film Lab | Stylist + Planner: East Made Event Company | Floral Designer: La Fleur du Jour | Venue: The Retreat at Cool Spring | Cake Designer: Catherine George | Hair & Makeup Artist: Emily Artistry | Calligraphy + Invitation Suite: Signora e Mare | Headpieces: Enchanted Atelier by Liv Hart | Rings: Susie Saltzman | Shoes: Bella Belle | Garters: The Garter Girl | Flatware and Trays: White Glove Rentals | Bride Model: Victoria Grace | Groom Model: Daijreous from Liquid Talent | Workshop: Michael and Carina

Happily Yours, CH

Inspiration: Simple and Serene with Azurite and Chrysolite

Peaceful, sentimental perfection featuring our Azurite and Chrysolite gowns. Simple and serene, these cool pastels were captured on film by Mallory Dawn and styled by East Made Event Company for a recent Michael and Carina workshop. This quietly beautiful bridal inspiration was set at The Retreat at Cool Spring in Bluemont, VA., built in 1799 and overlooking the Shenandoah River.

Gowns: Azurite and Chrysolite | Photographer: Mallory Dawn Photography | Film Lab: Goodman Film Lab | Stylist / Planner: East Made Event Company | Floral Designer: La Fleur du Jour | Dress Designer: Carol Hannah Bridal | Venue: The Retreat at Cool Spring | Cake Designer: Catherine George | Hair & Makeup Artist: Emily Artistry | Calligraphy/Invitation Suite: Signora e Mare | Headpieces: Enchanted Atelier by Liv Hart | Rings: Susie Saltzman | Shoes: Bella Belle | Garters: The Garter Girl | Flatware and Trays: White Glove Rentals | Bride Model: Victoria Grace | Groom Model: Daijreous from Liquid Talent | Workshop: Michael and Carina | Veil: Girl and a Serious Dream

Happily Yours, CH

Behind the Scenes, 2015 Runway Show

If you've been following us over on instagram or facebook, then you've been catching all the sneak peeks of our 2015 runway show, held October 13th at the beautiful 404 NYC space!

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With origins in ancient Egyptian culture, our journey takes us from the mysticism of the sacred scarab to the magic and wonder of the study of alchemy.   Through gold detailing, geode inspired embellishment, and relaxed but powerful silhouettes the 2015 Carol Hannah collection celebrates feminine strength and mystery.

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show- Azurite, Celestine, Pyrite, and Gypsum

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Azurite, Pyrite, Gypsum

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Iolite

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Iolite caftan

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Tourmaline

Carol Hannah 2015 Runway show - Pyrite and Nude veil

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show -Chrysolite 

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Azurite, Celestine, Pyrite, Gypsum

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Gypsum

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Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show- Azurite

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Chrysolite

The teams at

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 hair transformed our models into powerful Egyptian queens.  We'll be bringing you their perspective on how to translate these editorial runway looks into wedding day magic in the coming weeks!

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show- Kyanite neckpiece and Azurite

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Pyrite

Behind the scenes Carol Hannah 2015 runway show

The team over at Karma Flowers perfectly captured our vision with the decor, incorporating mercury glass, mixed metallics, and a beautiful collection of geodes.

Carol Hannah 2015 runway show - Wedding Dresses all around!

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First comes the runway, then comes the party!  Mint Catering created our signature ginger fizz champagne cocktail, which we'll be sharing the recipe for here shortly as well!

A thousand thank you's to our talented friend Matthew Ree for capturing these behind the scenes moments!

Happily Yours,

Carol Hannah