Alfred Sung Wedding Dress

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SOFT AND YELLOW

Thanks Kristina of the SMP Style Circle for inspiring us all this Saturday .  Soft yellow is one of those spring melding into summer colors that even works come fall as long as it is warmed up some.  The lower left bouquet mixed with luscious laces truly says spring . . .

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BOHO: GETTING THE LOOK

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Borrowing from the peasant, early bohemian and hippie looks of the sixties, Boho can be earthy and ethereal all at once, with gowns sporting diaphanous fabrics topped off with head wreaths made out of fresh florals and greenery like ivy.

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So what does Boho have in common with bridal? It is an over-the-top romantic look and if weddings are anything they are just that. If you're into celebrating with a lot of green--both real and the eco-conscious kind, really think about this style if you haven't already incorporated some part of it into your wedding look. For me this style would be a natural despite my vintage. . . Let's just say my mind is still open and as curious as a woman/child's.

Gown by Katie Towers

Photo by Peter Van Beever

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PHOTOGRAPHY SPOTLIGHT: AMB PHOTOGRAPHY

CREDITS

Flowers: Dave Maready

Caterer: Shelly Biggs Catering

Music/DJ: Josh Dart

Cake: Heidelberg Pastry Shop

HEATHER AND TAYLOR,

NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA

"There are certain people that come into your life, albeit briefly, and undoubtedly influence you to the core. It's not necessarily anything they do or even say, but who they are. This couple has been that way for me. Regardless of how long you have known these two, you can assuredly feel the profound love and respect they have not only for each other, but for everyone else as well. I absolutely loved watching these two interact one with another. They seemed to embrace so fully, and so carefully those fleeting moments of a wedding day. It was truly beautiful....

Special thanks to Heather, Taylor, and families and friends for such an unforgettable day. "

Mark Thackeray

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THE BALLERINA FACTOR

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Just how much does the world of ballet influence bridal? A lot. Traditional ballet costume evolved in the era of the Johann Strass', a young Queen Victoria, and Giselle, an 1840s ballet by Aldophe Adam. Think classic corps de ballet in long white tulle and a floral wreath and you've nailed the look. Also reflecting the silhouette of the ballet costume as we know it, Queen Victoria clinched the look when she married Prince Albert wearing yards of white lace and dressing her flock of attendants accordingly.

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Gown by Amy-Jo Tatum

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The hourglass silhouette is most synonymous with ballet and remains the pinnacle of bridal wear. The ball gown is as romantic a confection as those seen in the corps de ballet, flowing in swirls of white tulle. The skirt and its under structure are both based on volume. Thus, sweeping skirts equal sweeping entrances especially awesome on brides who know how to work their strut.

 

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Though tulle is the most typical fabric for the ballet-inspired gown there's a whole range of gossamer sheers like organza, silk organdy, chiffon, and Georgettes that work beautifully. Defined, tulle is a fine mesh netting with a hexagonal pattern that comes in silk, cotton, nylon or acrylic/silk for power netting.

Below are variations on the short ball gown more commonly known as 'the tutu'.

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