A COUNTRY WESTERN WEDDING

BeUniqueBridal 

 Yee Ha!!!!!!!!!!!! It's summer but you don't have to live in Montana to add these elements to your wedding. No mam, any countrified setting will do--as long as you've got yourself a farm, ranch or hay field for a day to kick up your heels, you can do it up country style.  And check it out--any dress accessorized with the right stuff can look cowgirly chic. A western bride with maids in cowboy boots and short dresses is a hot ticket right now.  All you have to do is add in some rustic elements like a weathered barn, pip berries and a few cowboy hats and you have the start of a real yeee ha! wedding.   Here are a few of my favorite ideas for the western wedding . . . .

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BRING ON THE BOHO

Rebecca Schoneveld Cheek

Want to be earthy and ethereal all at once?  Like a mix of earth angel and wood nymph? Then bring on some Boho, a look borrowing from fairy tales, early bohemian and hippe/flower-child looks of the 1960s.  Typically gowns gone Boho sport flowing and transparent fabrics topped off with floral head wreaths.  These looks I lifted off of Etsy Weddings from yesterday's weekly picks called--Boho Paradise

 KT Jean

Lotus Vintage NY

gardens of whimsy

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT: KATJA NUUTINEN

Originally from Finland, Katja Nuutinen has quickly established herself as one of London’s most sought
after couturiers. From her Wimbledon studio she works closely with her clients to create stunning pieces of bespoke couture and bridal wear. Coming from a family of entrepreneurs, Nuutinen’s childhood interest in couture started by making soft toys and teddy bears, before moving onto clothes for family and friends. She later trained for four years and gained experience in many aspects of the clothing industry, before moving to London ten years ago. She now runs her business combining motherhood (her 18 month old accompanies her to the studio/boutique daily) and couture design.

Alongside her bespoke designs, Katja Nuutinen Couture has also recently launched a collection of
clutch bags, handmade in the UK from soft leathers and suede. Hats, fascinators and jewellery can
also be created to compliment a clients outfit. Katja commented; 'Through a gradual learning process I've honed my focus for haute couture design and love working with my varied mix of clients, from; artists, MP´s, International Directors and CEO´s but more importantly ’ordinary people’. Those who want to enjoy wearing an outfit of their dreams whether its for a Bride or wedding guest, red carpet event or simply their moment to shine!’

Green Values & Philosophy

Our production choices are influenced by trying to minimize our impact on nature. The energy we

use is generated by 100% wind power and we only use energy where and when necessary choosing

the most energy efficient and long life appliances, light bulbs etc. We try to create as little waste as

possible and currently recycle approximately 75%.

UPCYCLED

Can you really and truly restyle your mom's over the top 80's wedding dress into something stylish, hip and above the curve? Well take a look at these before and after photos! Those sleeves plastered with sequins and  huge butt bow. A group of vendors from Maryland put the above gown through a complete metamorphosis. After discovering this $25 thrift store dress and examining the many yards of still lovely fabric and beads, the task was set to recycle this outdated dress into something modern and elegant that any bride would want! And at the end of the project, a stunning designer original resulted made entirely of recycled and eco-friendly materials.  Bravo to all who combined their talents on this project . . .

Credits: 

Barbara Deckert Couture, dressmaker

Balance Photography

Up Do's For I Do's, all-natural beauty for portrait shoot

Black Ankle Vineyard, shoot location

Local Color Flowers, shoot floral arrangements

Shoes: Touch-Ups

PINK

I simply remember my favorite things, and then I don't feel so bad . . . .and incidentally most of my favorite things are pink.  You'll find all these on that marvelous site, Pinterest

JANICE AND DAVIN'S AMALFI COAST WEDDING

This is the story of a lovely couple from Vancouver.  They first met in high school and have been together ever since,  Davin proposed to Janice while they were cruising around Alaska and although it was a complete surprise, she did get to pick out the ring of her choice.  Through their mutual love of travel, Janice and Davin decided on the beautiful unspoilt setting of Afrani, situated along Italy's breathtaking Amalfi Coast.  With its narrow winding streets, white-washed houses and azure blue sea, it was the perfect setting; and when the couple saw the ornate Santa Maria Maddalena church (built during the XIII Century by the Atrani people to thank the Virgin Mary), with it's striking tiled bell tower they knew this was the place for them.  Having booked a year in advance, Janice and Davin were married in a traditional catholic ceremony, surrounded by close family and friends.  Afterwards the couple had stylized photos taken (with narrow streets, piazza and staircase providing a beautiful backdrop) before meeting up with their guests for aperitivo, kindly hosted by Luigi of 'Il Birecto Bar', to celebrate their marriage in the Italian sunshine.  Later the wedding party moved to the town of Amalfi, where their sumptuous wedding dinner was served in the private dining room and terrace of 'Trattoria Da Gemma', whose elegant food has been praised by poets since 1872.  There were so many personal touches throughout--the bridal preparations were carried out in a traditional 'borgo' with high ceilings decorated with hand painted frescoes. Also, the bride incorporated her Grandfather's ring in her bouquet.  

CREDITS

Photography: Belle Momenti Photography

Wedding Planners: LM Weddings; Europe Wedding

Floral Designer: Francesco Di Bianco II Fiorista

Makeup Artist Zoe Graham

Dress by Alfred Angelo

Transportation: Lucibello Car Service

Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria Maddelena                   

Venue:Il Birecto Bar