Adella

Adella in an English Garden Elopement

Although today’s inspiration shoot took place in Scottsdale, Arizona, photographer Basically Brandy was actually inspired by an English garden!

From Brandy: “Against the elegant elements such as the organically growing vines, we added some moodier elements (such as the florals) for a romantic balance. We created an intimate and meaningful feeling with the small table set for those who mean the most. The main focus however, was the emotional connection between the couple.”

Scroll for all the elopement feels!

Gown: Adella | Lens: Basically Brandy

Happily Yours,

Carol Hannah

Inspiration: Lavender Fields Forever

Utah friends, have you been to the lavender fields at Young Living Farm in Mona? Tiffany of Tiffany Sangster Photography tells us they bloom for only about a month in late June, so they had the tiniest window to dream up this shoot in. As you can see with this beauty of a wedding cake from Cupcakes by Julie, the team let the fields inspire every inch of their purple wedding vignette. This ring from Wilson Diamonds. Talk about a stunner! They chose it for a nod to both contemporary and classic wedding styles. Tiffany says, We were inspired to go a different route from the boho chic that you have seen before, but instead go more of a modern love story. My first thought went straight to Carol Hannah Bridal, all her dresses have a beautiful flow to them and yet still retain that modern style that is up to date with today’s high fashion. The Potted Pansy, with her breathtaking floral arrangements, were perfect for this shoot as well.

Gown: Adella | Veil: Heritage | Photographer: Tiffany Sangster Photography | Location: Young Living Farm in Mona, Utah | Florals: The Potted Pansy | Hair & Makeup: Dorah James | Paper Goods: Shasta Bell Calligraphy | Cake: Cupcakes by Julie | Decor: Bliss Weddings & Rentals | Ribbon: Honey Silks & Co | Ring: Wilson Diamonds 

Happily Yours, CH

Inspiration: Adella by Chelsea Q

”When he takes me in his arms,
and speaks to me softly,
I see the world through rose-colored glasses”

— LA VIE EN ROSE BY ÉDITH PIAF

This shoot from Chelsea Q White, features our Adella gown, and it is a classic. A true 'French Girl' fairytale. Beguiling and self assured, all fresh faced and dark, perfectly carefree hair. This timeless beauty and her castle are European elegance embodied. 

Gown: Adella | Photographer: Chelsea Q. White | Film Lab: The FIND Lab | Stylist/Planner: Ivory and Lace Events | Floral Designer: Olive Grove Design | Dress Designer: Carol Hannah | Rentals: La Tavola Linen | Accessories: Lietofiore | Venue: The Castle at Rockwall | Hair & Make-up Artist: Andrea Lozano Beauty | Ring: Susie Saltzman | Paper Suite & Calligraphy: Scribbles & Swirls | Model agency: Callidus Agency | Bridal shop: Lovely Bride Dallas 

Happily Yours, CH

Real Weddings: Meet Heidi

Heidi and Guirae said their I-dos at the Fairmont Park Horticultural Center in Philadelphia. The reflecting pond made for some gorgeous portraits of this wonderful couple. The light filled, greenhouse-like interior seemed to spill into the ceremony in the shape of the most perfect (air-plant) bouquet and arbor. Heidi made the silk organza and leather macrame strapping of our Adella gown look so sweet. We love her loose locks with that open back.

Gown: Adella | Photographer: Lauri for Emily Wren Photography | Bridal Shop: Lovely Bride Philly

Happily Yours, CH

Inspiration: Adella, Azurite, and Pasithea by Matthew Ree

Botanical dreams are made of these. Our Adella, Azurite, and Pasithea gowns and our Nightingale Capelet photographed by Matthew Ree are so content in these verdant surroundings. We love the focus on greens rather than blooms, which makes this shoot feel totally modern. 

Finery: Adella, Azurite, and Pasithea gowns, Glacé Veil, and Nightingale Capelet | Photography: by Matthew Ree | Makeup: Stacie Ford |  Hair by Nikki Avanzino |  Floral Design by Cana’s Miracle 

Happily Yours, CH

Inspiration: Adella with Tenth and Grace

This SoCal styled elopement in the dunes near Santa Barbara is one of the most idyllic we have seen. The soft light and the washed out palette has our Adella dress and Anemone Veil transported to another time and place. 

Dress: Adella, Veil: Cathedral length Anemone Veil | Photographer: Tenth and Grace | Design and florals: Hint of Chic and Chloe + Mint | Makeup: 805 Makeup | Hair: Laura at The Harlot Salon | Calligraphy: Seniman Calligraphy | Jewelry: Susie Saltzman | Ribbons and silks: Silk and Willow | Groom attire: Friar Tux 

Happily Yours, CH