Inspiration: Iolite

Rural Virginia, the softest palette, and regal details set the scene for this editorial shoot. Iolite, our sequined silk georgette caftan, is luxe in fabric and detailing and laid-back in silhouette.  If a simple elopement in the open air is your dream, follow the lead of Luxe and Luna Couture Events and keep it minimal with rich details for next level lovely.

Dress: Iolite | Photography: Shannon Moffit | Floral Design: Porter & Ives | Jewelry: Trumpet & Horn | Makeup: Real Doll Makeup | Accessories & Veil: Anna Marguerite | Candles: Creative Candles | Paper Goods: Letterlyn Studio | Creative Direction & Styling: Luxe & Luna Couture Events

Happily Yours, CH

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

Inspiration: Senara by Justina Bilodeau

The pastel petals in this Napa Valley wedding inspiration shoot are all the inspiration we need! They provide the softest, prettiest palette for our Senara gown to sidle up to. Consider us charmed.  

Gown: Senara | Styling & Coordination: Two Roads Event Co | Florals: Scarlett & Grace | Photography: Justina Bilodeau | Venue: Whetstone Winery | Papergoods: The Idea Emporium | Pastry Design: Paper Heart Patisserie | Catering & Bar: A Taste of Elegance | Specialty Rentals: Botanica Designs | Table Linen: La Tavola | Silk Ribbon & Runner: Tan Weddings & Events | Jewelry: Lindsay Marie Design | Jewelry: Petals & Stones | Suit: Weddington Way |  Hair: Rae Talbot Salon | Makeup & Model Coordination: Olga Pirmatova | Filmscans: PhotoVision

Happily Yours, CH