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THE RETURN OF THE RUFFLE

Ruffles are back so jazzed and prettied up on skirts, tops and even accessories layered in them. On trend now is  anything ruched to the intricately gathered skirts rolled into florals. As you've probably figured  ruffles can be worn head to toe on bodice, sleeve, skirt or train. And don't forget those finishing touches like shoes, purses, gloves, hats and veils layered in ruffles. Below are just a few treatments celebrating variations on the ruffle. 
 

Photo 2&3: Zlata Modeen Photography/Dress and headpiece by Deb Shops
Photo 4: Dress by Aire Barcelona via Pinterest/Photo 5: Dress by Leila Hafzi
Photo 6: Via Pinterest/ Photo7: Dress by Armani Prive
Photo 8: Dress by Zuhair Murad
Photo 9: Skirt by Chanel/Photo 10: Elie Saab Haute Couture
Ruffles are back so jazzed and prettied up on skirts, tops and even accessories layered in them. On trend now is  anything ruched to the intricately gathered skirts rolled into florals. As you've probably figured  ruffles can be worn head to toe on bodice, sleeve, skirt or train. And don't forget those finishing touches like shoes, purses, gloves, hats and veils layered in ruffles. Below are just a few treatments celebrating variations on the ruffle. 
 

Photo 2&3: Zlata Modeen Photography/Dress and headpiece by Deb Shops
Photo 4: Dress by Aire Barcelona via Pinterest/Photo 5: Dress by Leila Hafzi
Photo 6: Via Pinterest/ Photo7: Dress by Armani Prive
Photo 8: Dress by Zuhair Murad
Photo 9: Skirt by Chanel/Photo 10: Elie Saab Haute Couture
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WHAT'S NEW IN THE GOWN GALLERY?

I've always loved the weight and feel of a fabric called antique satin, a cross between shantung and satin crepe.  Here I mixed it up with a little white Chantilly lace, adding a tulle overskirt for a real romantic look.  Modeled by the lovely Sabrina, she's showing off just about every aspect of this dress's charm, as a fitted sheath and ball gown all at once. Oddly enough this particular piece was inspired by another Sabrina--yes, the fictional one played so beautifully by Audrey Hepburn in the 1954 film of the same name.  If you remember the scene where she shows up at the party in a number she describes as, " Yards of skirt and way off the shoulder . . ."   This dress is as lovely inside as out, lined in soft China silk.  The hand-rolled floral headpiece is also available as a custom order.
 
                                    Gown available through Amy-Jo Tatum Bride. More pictures available on request . . .

I've always loved the weight and feel of a fabric called antique satin, a cross between shantung and satin crepe.  Here I mixed it up with a little white Chantilly lace, adding a tulle overskirt for a real romantic look.  Modeled by the lovely Sabrina, she's showing off just about every aspect of this dress's charm, as a fitted sheath and ball gown all at once. Oddly enough this particular piece was inspired by another Sabrina--yes, the fictional one played so beautifully by Audrey Hepburn in the 1954 film of the same name.  If you remember the scene where she shows up at the party in a number she describes as, " Yards of skirt and way off the shoulder . . ."   This dress is as lovely inside as out, lined in soft China silk.  The hand-rolled floral headpiece is also available as a custom order.
 
                                    Gown available through Amy-Jo Tatum Bride. More pictures available on request . . .

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THE FINE ART OF WEARING FLORALS


johntphotography/hair by Kathi Rothkop of Salon Glam
Think of it--florals in your hair.  They pair up so nicely with simple gown silhouettes adding a tropical feel, A-lines and ball gowns with a touch of the romantic.  There are three kinds of florals: Fresh, artificial and hand-rolled fabric flowers.  All are beautiful choices.  Fresh can be ordered through your florist possibly echoing some of those in your bouquet.  Artificial flowers are typically silk, some so well made they look like they were just picked out of the garden.  Hand-rolled flowers are made out of fabric like dupioni, organza or shantung, sometimes in the same fabric as your gown.  These have a real haute couture look and are usually attached to a barrette or spongy wire-wrap.  You’ll need the help of a hairdresser incorporating fresh flowers into your hair.  Artificial ones sometimes come with an attached comb.  If not, you’ll need help anchoring these in.  Some hairstylists will even weave poufs of netting through the flowers, creating a real high-fashion look. Below are some of my fave pics from shoots with top hair designers . . . .

Above: A loose chignon and happening trend by hairstylist Julie Morgan accented with a pale yellow silk rose
Looking for a bit of Boho?  Wreaths can be so romantic and conjure images of wood nymphs and angels.  You can use silk or fresh florals.  For the latter, florists can put these together.  My personal faves are made of English Ivy, dried roses and Baby's Breath . . . .

Above: Silk florals attached to a bun by hairstylist Dana Faulkner add some haute chic with a touch of romanticism . . . .Below: A white silk rose with a swathe of netting is attached to a chignon by hairstylist Crystal Saville

The five photos below detail some of the innovative work of of hair artist and designer Kathi Rothkop of Salon Glam in Novato, California.  For her, heads and hair are the perfect canvas for creating . . . .
Lirette Photography
lirette Photography

All gowns and headpieces by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride

johntphotography/hair by Kathi Rothkop of Salon Glam
Think of it--florals in your hair.  They pair up so nicely with simple gown silhouettes adding a tropical feel, A-lines and ball gowns with a touch of the romantic.  There are three kinds of florals: Fresh, artificial and hand-rolled fabric flowers.  All are beautiful choices.  Fresh can be ordered through your florist possibly echoing some of those in your bouquet.  Artificial flowers are typically silk, some so well made they look like they were just picked out of the garden.  Hand-rolled flowers are made out of fabric like dupioni, organza or shantung, sometimes in the same fabric as your gown.  These have a real haute couture look and are usually attached to a barrette or spongy wire-wrap.  You’ll need the help of a hairdresser incorporating fresh flowers into your hair.  Artificial ones sometimes come with an attached comb.  If not, you’ll need help anchoring these in.  Some hairstylists will even weave poufs of netting through the flowers, creating a real high-fashion look. Below are some of my fave pics from shoots with top hair designers . . . .

Above: A loose chignon and happening trend by hairstylist Julie Morgan accented with a pale yellow silk rose
Looking for a bit of Boho?  Wreaths can be so romantic and conjure images of wood nymphs and angels.  You can use silk or fresh florals.  For the latter, florists can put these together.  My personal faves are made of English Ivy, dried roses and Baby's Breath . . . .

Above: Silk florals attached to a bun by hairstylist Dana Faulkner add some haute chic with a touch of romanticism . . . .Below: A white silk rose with a swathe of netting is attached to a chignon by hairstylist Crystal Saville

The five photos below detail some of the innovative work of of hair artist and designer Kathi Rothkop of Salon Glam in Novato, California.  For her, heads and hair are the perfect canvas for creating . . . .
Lirette Photography
lirette Photography

All gowns and headpieces by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride
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COUNTRY CHIC

Spring and summer are ideal times for the quaint charm of a countryside wedding.  Here's  some  of the magic that happens when two devoted and passionate talents team up.  Photographer Diana Maire and Holly Sanneman of Diamantin Events had a vision of what the quintessential rural wedding would look like.  When Diana approached me because she thought  a couple of my dresses would fit well in this stylized shoot, we were thinking along the lines of Boho 50s with a little something else thrown into the mix.    Below you'll find  some truly awe-inspiring fashion, food and decor that come from the dedication of teamwork and talent.  

CREDITS
Photography by Diana Maire
Dresses by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride
Flowers and Decor by Holly Sanneman of Diamantin Events
Pies by Emily Garland
Venue: Alexander Valley Community Hall
Models: Savannah and Joe





Spring and summer are ideal times for the quaint charm of a countryside wedding.  Here's  some  of the magic that happens when two devoted and passionate talents team up.  Photographer Diana Maire and Holly Sanneman of Diamantin Events had a vision of what the quintessential rural wedding would look like.  When Diana approached me because she thought  a couple of my dresses would fit well in this stylized shoot, we were thinking along the lines of Boho 50s with a little something else thrown into the mix.    Below you'll find  some truly awe-inspiring fashion, food and decor that come from the dedication of teamwork and talent.  

CREDITS
Photography by Diana Maire
Dresses by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride
Flowers and Decor by Holly Sanneman of Diamantin Events
Pies by Emily Garland
Venue: Alexander Valley Community Hall
Models: Savannah and Joe





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