Today’s wedding inspiration comes from wabi-sabi, the ancient Japanese art of finding beauty in imperfection. It embraces authenticity, simplicity and asymmetry, while promoting living in harmony with nature. In other words, it’s everything we love about art!

Wabi-sabi also embraces history, which is why Fadensonnen was the perfect backdrop for this fashion-forward editorial. A wine and sake bar in Baltimore’s historic district, the venue’s rustic setting is a minimalist’s dream, featuring warm woods and geometric shapes. We can picture a small ceremony or elopement in front of the fireplace, followed by an intimate, candlelit dinner around the great table.

The gowns we would choose for such an occasion? Maquette and Patina, of course! Fitted, elegant and asymmetric, they were practically made for this aesthetic. Their clean and fluid lines, especially when paired with unpolished up-dos and natural, glowing skin, call back to the ideals of wabi-sabi: beauty, simplicity and harmony.