TYE DYE FOR

 

Here's a 2014 trend that'll have you swooning--Yes, tye dyed wedding dresses are here!  I remember the rush on tye dye back in the 1960s-70s but did I ever think I'd see tye dye return in the form of a bridal gown?  In the height of the hippie era tye dye was everywhere and worn by both men and women   Now in cotton, silk and rayon, this rainbow of color would be ideal for the adventurous bride wanting something different . . ..

 

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Top Photo via Pinterest

Photo 2: Via The Berry

Photos 3 and 4: via Lindsey Thornberg

STYLED WEDDING SHOOT IN HAWAII

We're taking time out from all the Fall and Winter Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! to zone in on other parts of the world where it's nicely tropical with warm and balmy breezes.  Does destination wedding sound interesting?This styled shoot on Puna on the big sland of Hawaii is where these stunning images were shot by Arina B Photography .  Arina's  site is definitely worth checking out if you love a cross between fantasy and just how far the imagination can go to get a great shot!

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Photography by  Arina B Photography
Location : Puna, Big Island
Model: Shea
Lace wedding Dress: Elyse Reuben 

Torques dress: Donated by Repeat Possessions 
Make Up and Hair: Christina Brown (@ina_kilikina)
Videographer : Zach Churchill

TODAY YOU'LL FIND ME . . . .

It's already Friday and here you all are looking for me!  Today, I'm over on One Wed Blog talking about best bets in head chic for winter brides. Not the traditional stuff but more like the oh la la you're seeing above and below. These beauties come from a little old Etsy store called,  Green Trunk Designs.  I'd call these creations half way between vintage and ethnic looking.  READ MORE . . . .  

SAMPLE SALE WEDNESDAY

I call this gem The Tsarina Wedding Cape.  If you're going to be getting married this winter and love the idea of being an ice princess this white suede cape (yes suede!) just happens to be one of my samples and is up for sale.  An added bonus is it comes with the faux moulton lamb hat.  The front of the cape is lined in faux fur and the collar has a wrap of marabou feathers.  The cape is knee-length and extends into a train in the back that can be bustled.  If you're going into a cold clime it's about as toasty warm as you can get. Intrigued?  I'll send on a few more photos. You can email me at amyjotatum@gmail.com and we can talk more . . . .

Photos courtesy Rob Martel

VINTAGE WINTER

Winter brides going vintage can not only create a magical wonderland but rock the ages as well.  Did you know Hollywood made use of all those gorgeous capes with hoods through the 1930s-40s?  Think movies like Anna Karenina and Catherine the Great. Friendly furs also play big in vintage winter wear.  Tibetan and Mongolian lamb are super trendy this year as are ostrich and marabou (feathers).  Plus accessories add that vintage look to just about anything--gloves in particular, the longer the better because they really keep the chill of your arms--especially if you're going sleeveless.  So if you love vintage and are a winter bride below you'll find a bit of inspiration to get you going . . . .

Small marabou stole by Sasso

Left: Winter Gasbyesque crushed velvet and Ostrich feathers by Joanne Fleming via Love My Dress//Mongolian Lamb wrap by Ralph Lauren

Lace and wool bridal cape by Melissa Rene Price

Bolero Sweater by Belinda Robertson//Dress by Art of Elegance by Elizabeth Emanuel 

Maybe more costume than vintage but this is certainly full Winter Wonderland regalia--Full length cape with fur hood via Wedbook

KRISTAL AND THOMAS' SANTA BARBARA WEDDING

If you love a mix of rolling California hillsides and a heap of ranch elements today's feature is for you.  Captured beautifully by Ballad Hall of Ballad's Photography, she had this to say about shooting Kristal and Thomas on their special day, "This fabulous rustic chic wedding took place at the Historic Santa Margarita Ranch. You'll see quickly why it is one of the most popular venues on the Central Coast of California with the gorgeous barn and rock walls. Kristal did a perfect job with the details and really made this the wedding of my season! "

 

 
 

 

 
 

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Photographer:  Ballad's Photography//Hair Stylist: Bluebird Salon//Reception Venue: Santa Margarita Ranch//Submitted via Two Bright Lights