LIBBY IN SILK AND LACE

LIBBY IN SILK AND LACE

I just had to share these gorgeous photos by Dale Nabeta of Piximage Photography.  Combined with the makeup talents of Necia Whitmore and hairstyling by Kao Vey the EVA dress turned out just so stunning on Libby.  The fabric is dupioni silk mixed with a silk gauze sash and tulle and lace underskirt.  Kao added an ivory floral to her hair done up Hollywood glam style. 

Gown by Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal

I just had to share these gorgeous photos by Dale Nabeta of Piximage Photography.  Combined with the makeup talents of Necia Whitmore and hairstyling by Kao Vey the EVA dress turned out just so stunning on Libby.  The fabric is dupioni silk mixed with a silk gauze sash and tulle and lace underskirt.  Kao added an ivory floral to her hair done up Hollywood glam style. 

Gown by Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal

FAINT GLOW

FAINT GLOW

Tuyet Nguyen over at SMP Style Circle does it again with these glorious mauve and beige neutrals.  From the textures of the clothing and shoes to the elegant table chic, this is one beautiful inspiration for an early spring Sunday . . .

Tuyet Nguyen over at SMP Style Circle does it again with these glorious mauve and beige neutrals.  From the textures of the clothing and shoes to the elegant table chic, this is one beautiful inspiration for an early spring Sunday . . .

VIOLET

VIOLET

How's this for a reall blast of spring?  Thanks to Tuyet Nguyen over at SMP Style Circle we have some lovely violet inspirations today.  Hydrangeas are my favorite flowers for bouquets and centerpieces.  I'm remembering the violet colored chiffon dress I once had like the Maria Lucia Hohan one above . . . just gorgeous . . .

How's this for a reall blast of spring?  Thanks to Tuyet Nguyen over at SMP Style Circle we have some lovely violet inspirations today.  Hydrangeas are my favorite flowers for bouquets and centerpieces.  I'm remembering the violet colored chiffon dress I once had like the Maria Lucia Hohan one above . . . just gorgeous . . .

DAN AND NICOLE ON THE GREENS

DAN AND NICOLE ON THE GREENS

 Just wanted to share a little San Francisco chic with you today.  The locale is the historical Presidio in San Francisco including the beach shots taken right across the street at Chrissy Field.  Special thanks to photographer Ryan Chua for capturing these joyful images.

CREDITS

Photography .........................Ryan Chua

Gown ...................Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal

Makeup.....................Julianne Chai

Hair..................Penny Do

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Just wanted to share a little San Francisco chic with you today.  The locale is the historical Presidio in San Francisco including the beach shots taken right across the street at Chrissy Field.  Special thanks to photographer Ryan Chua for capturing these joyful images.

CREDITS

Photography .........................Ryan Chua

Gown ...................Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal

Makeup.....................Julianne Chai

Hair..................Penny Do

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPRING HEAD CHIC

SPRING HEAD CHIC

I've had so many points of inspiration this spring.  Here's what the muse brought to the line of 2011 head chic.  Paris and the expression, Oh la la! has been on my visual radar lately and what better example than this poufed tulle picture hat scattered in hand rolled rosettes. 

 You'll find a lot of these hand beaded snoods in 1940s flicks but almost nowhere out there on the market now which is exactly why I designed it.    Great for Deco looks, this gem for keeping hair neat is going up on Etsy soon. 

Inspired by Paris of course is one of my tulle poufs accented with a white rose and a Chanel bow wrapped in net.

All headpieces available through Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal

I've had so many points of inspiration this spring.  Here's what the muse brought to the line of 2011 head chic.  Paris and the expression, Oh la la! has been on my visual radar lately and what better example than this poufed tulle picture hat scattered in hand rolled rosettes. 

 You'll find a lot of these hand beaded snoods in 1940s flicks but almost nowhere out there on the market now which is exactly why I designed it.    Great for Deco looks, this gem for keeping hair neat is going up on Etsy soon. 

Inspired by Paris of course is one of my tulle poufs accented with a white rose and a Chanel bow wrapped in net.

All headpieces available through Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal

UP AND COMING: The Bridal Blouse

UP AND COMING: The Bridal Blouse

This summer we're planning a whole editorial for Bride Chic just on The Bridal Blouse. . A little background here on how all this evolved. When I first started out as a designer my specialty was very intricate and lacy white blouses reminiscent of Laura Ashley's early work. Because I'd worked as a bridal buyer I had access and discounts to some of the most beautiful silks and laces in the world. Like a kid in a candy store, daily I was next to Alencon, Chantilly, Schiffli and Valenciennes to name just a few. I paired up these frothy creations with black velvet and taffeta skirts, making them perfect for evening and gala events. White lace blouse equals bride; brides of course found me out and that's one of the reasons I'm here chatting with you about the advantages of wearing separates on your wedding day. Wear the blouse on your wedding day and pair it up with that black velvet pencil skirt on New Years. This is one of the best ways to go green. A long white tulle or lace skirt can be reworn with a jacket, corset, bustier, sweater . . . oh yes, I could go on and on here detailing the afterlife of your wedding ensemble . . .

This summer we're planning a whole editorial for Bride Chic just on The Bridal Blouse. . A little background here on how all this evolved. When I first started out as a designer my specialty was very intricate and lacy white blouses reminiscent of Laura Ashley's early work. Because I'd worked as a bridal buyer I had access and discounts to some of the most beautiful silks and laces in the world. Like a kid in a candy store, daily I was next to Alencon, Chantilly, Schiffli and Valenciennes to name just a few. I paired up these frothy creations with black velvet and taffeta skirts, making them perfect for evening and gala events. White lace blouse equals bride; brides of course found me out and that's one of the reasons I'm here chatting with you about the advantages of wearing separates on your wedding day. Wear the blouse on your wedding day and pair it up with that black velvet pencil skirt on New Years. This is one of the best ways to go green. A long white tulle or lace skirt can be reworn with a jacket, corset, bustier, sweater . . . oh yes, I could go on and on here detailing the afterlife of your wedding ensemble . . .

CALLING ALL LACEAHOLICS

CALLING ALL LACEAHOLICS

 This is for all of you out there who go crazy over gowns in exquisite laces.  These pieces are from London designer, Charlotte Casadejus' wedding collection.  While, most of her line is body-hugging satin, these cutting edge laces are indeed special.  She also offers lace skirts in white and black, perfect for resort dressing.  To get a better look you can visit her site

 This is for all of you out there who go crazy over gowns in exquisite laces.  These pieces are from London designer, Charlotte Casadejus' wedding collection.  While, most of her line is body-hugging satin, these cutting edge laces are indeed special.  She also offers lace skirts in white and black, perfect for resort dressing.  To get a better look you can visit her site

MIX WITH WEDING EXPERTS

MIX WITH WEDING EXPERTS

Top left: Pearls by Denise Hazelton Top Right: Crown by Carla Roth Second Left: Lace gown by Amy-Jo Tatum Second Right: Chest by Studiolo Third Left: Necklace by Denise Hazelton Third Right: In This My Beautiful Egypt by Sundra Lethi-Culjak Bottom Left: Dress by Casablanca available through Shadows Boutique Bottom Right Golden goblets offered through Studiolo

If perchance you live in the San Francisco Bay Area, come join us  1 PM Saturday April 16 at Studiolo in San Anselmo for a Mother/Daughter Wedding Tea. We'll be exploring everything about your wedding from what's new in the bridal registry to how Mother of the Bride dressing has changed . . . .

Wedding Experts

Amy-Jo Tatum of Bride Chic Blog will introduce a history of the wedding registry

Sylvia Stewart of Shadows will talk about Mother of the Bride dressing . . .

Author of This My Beautiful Egypt, Sundra Lethi-Culjak will speak about the New Journey, New Path for brides as well as moms going through the transition of marriage . . .

Also featured will be headpieces and crowns by Carla Roth

One-of-a-kind jewelry by Denise Hazelton

A tea tasting with Viviana Cloninger

411 San Anselmo Avenue in the Courtyard
San Anselmo
RSVP: 415.453.3080

Top left: Pearls by Denise Hazelton Top Right: Crown by Carla Roth Second Left: Lace gown by Amy-Jo Tatum Second Right: Chest by Studiolo Third Left: Necklace by Denise Hazelton Third Right: In This My Beautiful Egypt by Sundra Lethi-Culjak Bottom Left: Dress by Casablanca available through Shadows Boutique Bottom Right Golden goblets offered through Studiolo

If perchance you live in the San Francisco Bay Area, come join us  1 PM Saturday April 16 at Studiolo in San Anselmo for a Mother/Daughter Wedding Tea. We'll be exploring everything about your wedding from what's new in the bridal registry to how Mother of the Bride dressing has changed . . . .

Wedding Experts

Amy-Jo Tatum of Bride Chic Blog will introduce a history of the wedding registry

Sylvia Stewart of Shadows will talk about Mother of the Bride dressing . . .

Author of This My Beautiful Egypt, Sundra Lethi-Culjak will speak about the New Journey, New Path for brides as well as moms going through the transition of marriage . . .

Also featured will be headpieces and crowns by Carla Roth

One-of-a-kind jewelry by Denise Hazelton

A tea tasting with Viviana Cloninger

411 San Anselmo Avenue in the Courtyard
San Anselmo
RSVP: 415.453.3080

MADE OF FAIRY TALES

MADE OF FAIRY TALES

Tuyet Nguyen over at SMP Style Circle has done it again, inspiring us with all, this time with her spring visions.  The satin here is particularly pretty opposite the blossoms.  Love the different shades and textures . . .

Tuyet Nguyen over at SMP Style Circle has done it again, inspiring us with all, this time with her spring visions.  The satin here is particularly pretty opposite the blossoms.  Love the different shades and textures . . .

LONGING

LONGING

I leave you with this beautiful inspiration by the talented Naomi Goodman, an event planner who knows how to work color and texture into some awesome medleys like this one.  For me pink and the fair Scarlett Johansson invariably go together . . .the dress by Atelier Aimee is a real visual poem.  More on her awesome blog, Enchanted Dream Weddings and Affairs . . .

I leave you with this beautiful inspiration by the talented Naomi Goodman, an event planner who knows how to work color and texture into some awesome medleys like this one.  For me pink and the fair Scarlett Johansson invariably go together . . .the dress by Atelier Aimee is a real visual poem.  More on her awesome blog, Enchanted Dream Weddings and Affairs . . .