THE BRIDE ON A SCOOTER

THE BRIDE ON A SCOOTER

This city-chic styled shoot is the brainchild of the husband and wife team of Nina Duong and Adam Kaminski.  He's a Toronto photographer and she's a wedding gown designer.  Twelve years ago they opened Nina Duong  Haute Couture when two years later Adam began to realize, "As a guy I'd struggled with getting a handle on fashion. At the same time we'd been hiring photographers to shoot Nina's collections. Having

spent time and money on commercial fashion shoots not once were we

happy with the pictures. This led to the decision for me to learn

photography so we can communicate our message and I can make

myself useful. The rest as they say is history. . . .

The actual idea for the shoot came from my visit to Asia last

Christmas. As you know the streets there are filled with scooters and

bicycles. It makes you realize that the modern urban bride would find

a perfect fit on a scooter."

What I'm particularly loving is how the blacks and whites of the dress and tux blend in with the gray and beige streetscapes of this shoot.  Kudos to both the photographer and Nina whose designs fit so beautifully against the Toronto backdrop . . .

CREDITS

Wedding Gowns: Nina Duong

Photography: ND Photography

Hair: Donna Dolphy

Model: Kristina Kirsanova

 

 

  

This city-chic styled shoot is the brainchild of the husband and wife team of Nina Duong and Adam Kaminski.  He's a Toronto photographer and she's a wedding gown designer.  Twelve years ago they opened Nina Duong  Haute Couture when two years later Adam began to realize, "As a guy I'd struggled with getting a handle on fashion. At the same time we'd been hiring photographers to shoot Nina's collections. Having

spent time and money on commercial fashion shoots not once were we

happy with the pictures. This led to the decision for me to learn

photography so we can communicate our message and I can make

myself useful. The rest as they say is history. . . .

The actual idea for the shoot came from my visit to Asia last

Christmas. As you know the streets there are filled with scooters and

bicycles. It makes you realize that the modern urban bride would find

a perfect fit on a scooter."

What I'm particularly loving is how the blacks and whites of the dress and tux blend in with the gray and beige streetscapes of this shoot.  Kudos to both the photographer and Nina whose designs fit so beautifully against the Toronto backdrop . . .

CREDITS

Wedding Gowns: Nina Duong

Photography: ND Photography

Hair: Donna Dolphy

Model: Kristina Kirsanova

 

 

  

SAMPLE SALE TUSDAY

SAMPLE SALE TUSDAY

My Madelyn sample is up for adoption.  This tea-dyed tulle and Chantilly lace hourglass dress with a square neckline is a real original. The bodice is shirred and pleated with motifs of Chantilly lace underneath and the skirt is five layers of tulle with China silk rose-beige skirt lining.  The tulle sash is accented with silk dupioni hand-rolled roses. 

Sample fits Size 6-8. Because it is a sample I only have one.  Fits best on
Bust 34-36
Hips 35-37
waist 25-27
Ankle length on 5'7 and over with stacked heels. Floor length on shorter figures

Order here.

My Madelyn sample is up for adoption.  This tea-dyed tulle and Chantilly lace hourglass dress with a square neckline is a real original. The bodice is shirred and pleated with motifs of Chantilly lace underneath and the skirt is five layers of tulle with China silk rose-beige skirt lining.  The tulle sash is accented with silk dupioni hand-rolled roses. 

Sample fits Size 6-8. Because it is a sample I only have one.  Fits best on
Bust 34-36
Hips 35-37
waist 25-27
Ankle length on 5'7 and over with stacked heels. Floor length on shorter figures

Order here.

THANK HEAVEN FOR LITTLE GIRLS

THANK HEAVEN FOR LITTLE GIRLS

Sally Membury

Here they are, little girls looking their most angelic, all dressed up in wreaths and carrying baskets of fresh-picked flowers. If you're considering adding one, two or even more little girls to process down the aisle, really dress them up so your wedding will be all the more special. If you're wearing a ball gown and like the storybook theme, go all out. Put your girls in tulle dresses with floral wreaths on their heads. Present them the gift of ballet slippers to wear. They'll cherish these long after the wedding.
If it's a more casual wedding and/or money is tight, here are some options: Find her a special little cotton or linen nightgown she can use afterwards. She'll look Kate Greenaway chic in it, especially if she goes barefoot. The trick to getting away with this informality is making sure the rest of your little one's appearance looks festive enough— ribbons or wreaths on the head; possibly straw baskets of flowers.
If you're having your little girls dresses made here are some things you need to know about fabrics, particularly fabrics flattering on children. If you use silks, use medium-weight ones like dupioni or shantung. These will work for winter weddings too, provided you pick a style with long sleeves, jackets, etc. Heavier satins and brocades are out—too weighty for a child to carry off and be comfortable in all day. Instead try lightweight velvets in deep jewel tones for those Christmas/Winter weddings. For spring/ summer dresses, lightweight fabrics like organza, chiffon, and tulle can overlay medium weight silks like those mentioned above. Linen is great for casual and beach weddings.
Most of all, find fabrics and props that encourage them to be kids and have fun. Children after all represent renewal and fertility. What more could you ask on your wedding day?

White  Rose

                                             Dresses Amy-Jo Tatum/Photos by Amy Perl and Hope Stewart 

Sally Membury

Here they are, little girls looking their most angelic, all dressed up in wreaths and carrying baskets of fresh-picked flowers. If you're considering adding one, two or even more little girls to process down the aisle, really dress them up so your wedding will be all the more special. If you're wearing a ball gown and like the storybook theme, go all out. Put your girls in tulle dresses with floral wreaths on their heads. Present them the gift of ballet slippers to wear. They'll cherish these long after the wedding.
If it's a more casual wedding and/or money is tight, here are some options: Find her a special little cotton or linen nightgown she can use afterwards. She'll look Kate Greenaway chic in it, especially if she goes barefoot. The trick to getting away with this informality is making sure the rest of your little one's appearance looks festive enough— ribbons or wreaths on the head; possibly straw baskets of flowers.
If you're having your little girls dresses made here are some things you need to know about fabrics, particularly fabrics flattering on children. If you use silks, use medium-weight ones like dupioni or shantung. These will work for winter weddings too, provided you pick a style with long sleeves, jackets, etc. Heavier satins and brocades are out—too weighty for a child to carry off and be comfortable in all day. Instead try lightweight velvets in deep jewel tones for those Christmas/Winter weddings. For spring/ summer dresses, lightweight fabrics like organza, chiffon, and tulle can overlay medium weight silks like those mentioned above. Linen is great for casual and beach weddings.
Most of all, find fabrics and props that encourage them to be kids and have fun. Children after all represent renewal and fertility. What more could you ask on your wedding day?

White  Rose

                                             Dresses Amy-Jo Tatum/Photos by Amy Perl and Hope Stewart 

A GOTH BRIDE

A GOTH BRIDE

Today you'll find me over on One Wed Blog talking about The Goth Bride and the fine art of embracing your dark side.  Yes, brides are actually braving it in deep red, purple and black lace around this time of year.  If you're an October 31st bride (even if only in spirit) you'll want to READ MORE . . . . .

Today you'll find me over on One Wed Blog talking about The Goth Bride and the fine art of embracing your dark side.  Yes, brides are actually braving it in deep red, purple and black lace around this time of year.  If you're an October 31st bride (even if only in spirit) you'll want to READ MORE . . . . .

THE LITTLE WHITE DRESS

THE LITTLE WHITE DRESS

 The very first wedding I ever went to was my aunt's. She was married in 1963 in a short dress--because--as all the grown-ups told me, the family couldn't afford a big to-do ergo big dress with a train and the works! Today these little dresses would go well for a big or small to-do. I'm finding some brides simply love the short dresses and are going for them because they are easy to wear and sexy . . . . Also 'the little white dress' is part of the new bridal wardrobe concept: a collection of dresses for the pre-post wedding activities like shower, rehearsal dinner, and reception. Oh, and I forgot, the engagement party. Any of the above would rock and pop when you announce your upcoming nuptials to the world . . .

 

Credits

Top Photo The Little White Dress

Photo 2: Edelweiss Bride

Photo 3: Peppermint Pretty

Photo 4, 5 & 6: The Little White Dress

Photo 7: Peppermint Pretty

 The very first wedding I ever went to was my aunt's. She was married in 1963 in a short dress--because--as all the grown-ups told me, the family couldn't afford a big to-do ergo big dress with a train and the works! Today these little dresses would go well for a big or small to-do. I'm finding some brides simply love the short dresses and are going for them because they are easy to wear and sexy . . . . Also 'the little white dress' is part of the new bridal wardrobe concept: a collection of dresses for the pre-post wedding activities like shower, rehearsal dinner, and reception. Oh, and I forgot, the engagement party. Any of the above would rock and pop when you announce your upcoming nuptials to the world . . .

 

Credits

Top Photo The Little White Dress

Photo 2: Edelweiss Bride

Photo 3: Peppermint Pretty

Photo 4, 5 & 6: The Little White Dress

Photo 7: Peppermint Pretty

HALTER DRESSING

HALTER DRESSING

Believe it or not, the halter we see in so many bridal collections evolved from early 20th Century swimwear. Golden Age Hollywood designers popularized the look for evening, dressing stars like Garbo and Harlow. Actually the look was so radical and daring back then, tongues clucked as the etiquette police of the time declared, 'no nice lady wore such things out at night'. Ladies had different ideas though and wore the back-baring halter anyway. Halters once again made their comeback big time in the 1970s with the return of glamour and disco. During this time Cher's designer Bob Mackie took advantage of this look to bring out her best lines. Thanks to the ages, we have so many variations on this abbreviated neckline. Below are just a few stunning examples.

PHOTO CREDITS

Top photo S1 Studio/
Row 2 Lirette Photography

Row 3 S1 Studio
Row 4& 5  Lirette Photography
Row 6 Copyright Bride Chic

All gowns and head wear by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride

Believe it or not, the halter we see in so many bridal collections evolved from early 20th Century swimwear. Golden Age Hollywood designers popularized the look for evening, dressing stars like Garbo and Harlow. Actually the look was so radical and daring back then, tongues clucked as the etiquette police of the time declared, 'no nice lady wore such things out at night'. Ladies had different ideas though and wore the back-baring halter anyway. Halters once again made their comeback big time in the 1970s with the return of glamour and disco. During this time Cher's designer Bob Mackie took advantage of this look to bring out her best lines. Thanks to the ages, we have so many variations on this abbreviated neckline. Below are just a few stunning examples.

PHOTO CREDITS

Top photo S1 Studio/
Row 2 Lirette Photography

Row 3 S1 Studio
Row 4& 5  Lirette Photography
Row 6 Copyright Bride Chic

All gowns and head wear by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride

REAL WEDDING: ALEXANDRA AND JACK

REAL WEDDING: ALEXANDRA AND JACK

I personally love the details of this Virginia wedding shot so beautifully by Rich Kessler Photography.  It has a certain modern elegance while mixed with all the traditional elements.  Says the photographer, "Alex and Jack first met each other in 2009, through mutual friends, and were inseparable from that day forward. Two years later, in front of friends and family, Jack proposed to Alex.  Under beautiful blue skies, overlooking the 18th green at Trump National Golf Club, Alex and Jack said “I do” to each other atop a waterfall. I was lucky enough to be there to cover the day for them.  In the days leading up to the wedding both Alex and I were trying to make sense of Saturday’s weather forecast. Three different weather websites all said three different things. Luckily, the rain that was previously in the forecast stayed far away from the 250 close friends and family members in attendance . . ". 

Photographer:

 Rich Kessler Photography

Event Venue:

 Trump National Golf Club

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

 

I personally love the details of this Virginia wedding shot so beautifully by Rich Kessler Photography.  It has a certain modern elegance while mixed with all the traditional elements.  Says the photographer, "Alex and Jack first met each other in 2009, through mutual friends, and were inseparable from that day forward. Two years later, in front of friends and family, Jack proposed to Alex.  Under beautiful blue skies, overlooking the 18th green at Trump National Golf Club, Alex and Jack said “I do” to each other atop a waterfall. I was lucky enough to be there to cover the day for them.  In the days leading up to the wedding both Alex and I were trying to make sense of Saturday’s weather forecast. Three different weather websites all said three different things. Luckily, the rain that was previously in the forecast stayed far away from the 250 close friends and family members in attendance . . ". 

Photographer:

 Rich Kessler Photography

Event Venue:

 Trump National Golf Club

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

 

THE HYBRIDS

THE HYBRIDS

Wisps of netting, poufs of tulle and fascinating fascinators are just a few of your options for outside the box head chic on your wedding day.  Neither hats nor veils but maybe a little of both, I designed these for brides who want some sort of pouf or veiling while embracing her inner haute chic . . .

Wisps of netting, poufs of tulle and fascinating fascinators are just a few of your options for outside the box head chic on your wedding day.  Neither hats nor veils but maybe a little of both, I designed these for brides who want some sort of pouf or veiling while embracing her inner haute chic . . .