Inspiration: Chrysolite Bustier + Kensington by Vicki Grafton Photography

This old world charm in Charleston is a perfect example of rustic elegance done right, starting with our Chrysolite Bustier and Kensington Skirt in ivory linen. Like the combination of sequins with the more relaxed linen, the pairing of the historical grounds and stables with a bit of nuptial glamour hits just the right tone of informal luxe. 

Gown: Chrysolite Bustier and Kensington Skirt (in ivory) | Photography: Vicki of Vicki Grafton Photography with Corbin Gurkin during The School of Styling | Hair + Makeup: MiKel Rumsey | Ribbon: Adorn | Veil: customized Phantom Veil

Happily Yours,

CH

Inspiration: Corbin Gurkin for Pacific Weddings

The blushes and peaches of the sunset combine with the baby blues, sea glass greens, rich ivories, and sun bleached greys of our dreams. The palette and textures in this seaside shoot by, Corbin Gurkin, are sure to leave you purely enchanted.

Images: 1. detail shot / 2. Le Etoille Bustier and Le Ciel Skirt / 3. Les Astres and custom feather and pearl headpiece / 4. shell detail / 5. Les Astres and custom feather and pearl headpiece / 6. Le Monde and custom tulle cape / 7. Le Soleil and Juliet Cap | Photography: Corbin Gurkin | Styling: Lindsey Nowak | Hair + Makeup: Ashley Brook Perryman | Florals: Anne Bowen of Charleston Stems

Happily Yours, CH

Inspiration: Separates by Corbin Gurkin and Flower Wild Workshop

Holy romance! There is a serious love affair going on between our separates and the genius stylings of  Corbin Gurkin and Flower Wild. Our Chambord Skirt, Seamed Faille Bustier, Phoenix Capelet, and Spanish Alencon Veil look absolutely enchanting in these floral drenched dream scenes. Ah, the glory of the season when everything is in bloom!

Finery: Chambord Skirt, Seamed Faille Bustier,  Phoenix Capelet, Spanish Alencon Veil | Images: Corbin Gurkin | Florals: Flower Wild

Happily Yours,

Carol Hannah

How to Wear Flowers in Your Hair: Inspiration Shoot with Corbin Gurkin Photography

We are finding that more and more of our clients are opting for fresh flowers in their hair instead of a traditional veil or headpiece, and we are loving the results.  Here are some lovely examples of perfectly balanced placement and thoughtful coordination of types of flowers with our Winchester and Monticello gowns, shot by the ever talented Corbin Gurkin.

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A single peony bloom with Winchester.

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Sweet peas, hasta, white licorice plant, hallemore, tillandsia, coral belles, and lily of the valley.

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Lily of the Valley, miniature ivy  and white licorice plant wreath paired with Monticello gown.

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Lily of the Valley and Kalanchoe floral cluster with vintage brooch and feather detail

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Verbena flowers in vintage lace veil.

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Helleborus wreath with midori feather velvet ribbon in dusty rose.

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Gardenia paired with Winchester gown.

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 {Peonies are my favorite.}

Credits:

Photography:  Corbin Gurkin

Florals:  Anne Bowen, Stems Charleston

Gowns:  Monticello and Winchester from Spring 2013, photographer's vintage collection

Styling:  Lindsey Nowak

Hair/Makeup:  Ashley Brook Perryman

Happily Yours,

Carol Hannah