Gothic East Coast Wedding

We like our share of traditional weddings, but when a non-traditional one comes along, we are very intrigued.  This intimate wedding is far from tradition, but it is not far from love and happiness.  This couple shared their vows with a few guests and the New York City skyline as their backdrop.  Simple, beautiful, and personal to them. This is why we love weddings. When couples make their day about them and their love. We have to talk about the gorgeous red gown the bride wore on her wedding day.  Can you say WOW? This red and black corset dress is a total statement piece, and is absoultey stunning.  Again, making this very unique and personal to the bride and her day.  The groom is looking pretty dapper as well. His handsome attire compliments his bride’s look just perfectly.  This is why we love what we do; blogging about couples and their wedding day, big or small. We love all the wedding details, but most importantly we love to see how couples celebrate their love. So, before heading out the door for the weekend, make sure to browse the amazing images from VeroLuce Photography. This gothic style wedding is totally worth viewing. We have gone through the images more than once!

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From VeroLuce Photography

It doesn’t get any better than this. I get a phone call 9 days out asking if I was available to shoot a wedding? on the Weehawken waterfront from my friend and second shooter, Boris. He and his fiance, Kristina, are definitely not your average couple. Kristina was going to be? making her own gown and he assured me it wouldn’t be white.? Knowing Boris I knew it would be VERY untraditional. They didn’t disappoint. Red and black corset, tulle everywhere, her flaming orange hair, and the warmest day of the season so far standing in the warm sun at 1’oclock. But these two crazy kids turned heads for sure. A quick 15 minute ceremony sealed the deal. No fancy reception, no dinner, just some vows, portraits and a quick drink. It’s definitely different and over the top and nothing represents them better.

Sneak Peek of TLC’s “Something Borrowed, Something New” Season 3 Episode 6

A gorgeous week all wrapped up and ready to kick off the weekend. We love weekends, and we love them even more when there is a brand new episode of TLC’s SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING NEW.  Yes, we are always excited to see anything that has to do with brides and their wedding day. Oh, and add in some shopping in there, then we have a perfect weekend planned. Will you be watching tonight? Take a look at what tonight’s episode is all about, and you may be hooked!

If you are a SBSN (SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING NEW) newbie, then let us tell you a little bit about this amazing show. This show follows a bride’s journey to find the perfect wedding dress for her big day. However there is a twist!  The bride will have to choose a new designer bridal gown, or a fashionably redesigned family heirloom. Who will help the bride find something new and something borrowed for her special day? Each episode is hosted by designer Kelly Nishimoto and stylist Sam Saboura, who will work with the bride to help choose between two dress options. Kelly will turn a special, previously worn gown into a gown which is for the time, venue, and personality of the bride. The bride will also have a chance to work with Sam in shopping at a bridal salon to find a brand new stylish dress. What happens next? The bride will have to make a very important decision and choose between a one-of-a kind dress and a newly fashionable piece. Will the bride choose her mother’s wedding gown, or find something new and unique to her? Which one will the bride choose?

Tonight’s episode features bride-to-be, Paloma who comes from a  big traditional Italian family. Her dream wedding is full of glam and back to the 1950s. However her mom’s 1980s bridal gown is not really in the era she is wanting. Will it be Sam or Kelly who succeeds in finding the timeless dress for this sparkling bride? Which gown will the bride walk down the aisle in? Something new, or her mom’s redesigned dress? You will have to tune in tonight and find out!

TLC

TLC’s Something Borrowed, Something New is on tonight at 10ET/PT.  So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight.

Sneak Peek of TLC’s “Something Borrowed, Something New” Season 3 Episode 5

Is it Friday already? That gets us excited because that means it time for a brand new episode of TLC’s SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING NEW.  We have really enjoyed each episode so far this season. Have you? If you have not checked it out yet, then you must go back and watch them!

If you are a SBSN (SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING NEW) newbie, then let us tell you a little bit about this amazing show. This show follows a bride’s journey to find the perfect wedding dress for her big day. However there is a twist!  The bride will have to choose a new designer bridal gown, or a fashionably redesigned family heirloom. Who will help the bride find something new and something borrowed for her special day? Each episode is hosted by designer Kelly Nishimoto and stylist Sam Saboura, who will work with the bride to help choose between two dress options. Kelly will turn a special, previously worn gown into a gown which is for the time, venue, and personality of the bride. The bride will also have a chance to work with Sam in shopping at a bridal salon to find a brand new stylish dress. What happens next? The bride will have to make a very important decision and choose between a one-of-a kind dress and a newly fashionable piece. Will the bride choose her mother’s wedding gown, or find something new and unique to her? Which one will the bride choose?

Tonight’s episode features bride-to-be, Amber Joi who has worn a few pagent gowns in the past, but never a wedding gown.  She is looking for a dress that will compliment her regal venue and easy to dance in all night.   Amber is not sure that her mom’s dress (which is handmade by her husband’s grandmother), has all the glam she is looking for. Will Sam find her the perfect dress for her wedding day, or will Kelly wow her with a remake of mom’s bridal dress? What gown will Amber walk down the aisle in? You will have to tune in tonight and find out!

TLC

TLC’s Something Borrowed, Something New is on tonight at 10ET/PT.  So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight.

Here is a clip from tonight’s episode:

Sneak Peek of TLC’s “Something Borrowed, Something New” Season 3 Episode 3

Wrapping up another lovely week and ending it with a brand new episode of TLC’s SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING NEW.  Have you enjoyed the season so far? It has been a pretty amazing, and we can not wait to watch the next one! If you have missed any, then you will need to go back and watch them so you can see all the fabulous fun this show brings.

If you are a SBSN (SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING NEW) newbie, then let us tell you a little bit about this amazing show. This show follows a bride’s journey to find the perfect wedding dress for her big day. However there is a twist!  The bride will have to choose a new designer bridal gown, or a fashionably redesigned family heirloom. Who will help the bride find something new and something borrowed for her special day? Each episode is hosted by designer Kelly Nishimoto and stylist Sam Saboura, who will work with the bride to help choose between two dress options. Kelly will turn a special, previously worn gown into a gown which is for the time, venue, and personality of the bride. The bride will also have a chance to work with Sam in shopping at a bridal salon to find a brand new stylish dress. What happens next? The bride will have to make a very important decision and choose between a one-of-a kind dress and a newly fashionable piece. Will the bride choose her mother’s wedding gown, or find something new and unique to her? Which one will the bride choose?

Tonight’s episode features bride-to-be, Crystal who has been used to wearing army green as she has been in the military the last few years. She is not used to wearing dresses, but is looking for a dress which will compliment her winter wonderland them.  She is a tough person to convince in doing anything bridal. Sam will have to find a way to make Crystal a bridal believer, while Kelly is going to transform Grandma’s dress into something fit for a snow queen. Will she walk down the aisle in something borrowed, or say ” I do” in something new?

TLC

TLC’s Something Borrowed, Something New is on tonight at 10ET/PT.  So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight.

Here is a clip from tonight’s episode:

 

 

 

 

NYC Red Vintage Inspired Styled Shoot

I think Red just became my new favorite color. And it is all due to the gorgeous red details that are featured in this beautiful styled shoot from Sasha Chou Photography. When you have stunning florals, an exquisite gown,  and a killer New York City backdrop, then it is all over. All over with a swoon at every single amazing detail.  It is lovely inspiration like this, that makes me love my job more and more each and every day. I mean, come on, how breathtaking is the bride and groom in such a dreamy setting?  I kind of want to be transported to the city and get all dolled up with the pretty dress, the romantic flower crown, and surrounded by all the elegant details.  So, without further adieu,  lets dive into this perfectly made red vintage inspired styled shoot and enjoy a bit of wedding inspiration.

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Inspiration from Sasha Chou Photography

 We decided to do the shoot in the city’s East River Park, with the Williamsburg Bridge and the morning sunrise as our backdrop.

Our shoot featured many elements that most brides needing an inspirational boost can draw from. For example, the vintage dress being modeled in the shoot can appeal to a bride considering whether an heirloom dress can be made anew again.

Another idea that can be used for an inspirational feature is the beautiful floral crown adorned on our bride’s head. Budget and DIY brides are always looking for affordable alternatives to the pricey cathedral/double veils; so our floral crown can come to the rescue. This was created using a vibrant and bold red rose and balanced by ranunculus and brides protea intertwined amongst a vine of jasmine.

A special element for this shoot is the red shawl, which coincidentally ties in with the red of the bride’s bouquet, corsage and floral crown. It can add a special something to bride’s looking to incorporate the statement color into their wedding; even if it so happens to be red.

 

Vendors:

Photographer: Sasha Chou Photography

Florist: Gotham Florist

Wedding Planner: Beauty and the Details

Make Up: Ann Tam

Veil: Artikal Millinery

Linens: Two of a Kind

Models: Tanya Belova & Iulian Solomon

Sneak Peek of TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress” Season 12 Episode 2

Another gorgeous week has flown by and the weekend is here. The weekend is not the only thing we are celebrating about over here at BHL. We are excited about a fabulous new episode of  TLC’s  SAY YES TO THE DRESS .  We are obsessed with this show and all the bridal details that has us swooning over here. You know how much we love bridal things, and then when you have a show all about the bridal gown and the bride, then we are thrilled. Our bridal loving hearts are pretty  happy right now. So before heading out that door, check out the sneak peek of tonight’s episode of one of our favorite TLC Shows.

If you are a SYTTD (SAY YES TO THE DRESS.) newbie, then let us tell you a little bit about this amazingly fun wedding TV show. The show all takes place at the gorgeous bridal salon, Kleinfeld Bridal in NYC. The show  goes behind-the-scenes  and uncovers the various obstacles every staff member faces to make each bride utterly happy and pleased on what may be the  most important day of her life. The show features not only bridal experts, but emotional brides, opinionated entourages, and dream bridal dresses. At the end of each appointment, the bridal consultant will ask one very important question, “Are you saying Yes to the Dress?”. The answer to this question? You will have to tune in each week to find out.

On tonight’s episode:

This episode features bride-to-be, Zabrina who is in search of an extravagant ball gown for her Near Year’s Eve , Great Gatsby themed wedding.  Will she find the bridal dress to compliment her wedding theme? Will she say yes to her dream gown and show it off at her NYE wedding? You will have to tune in tonight and find out!

“Say Yes To The Dress” is on tonight at 9/8c. So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight!

Sneak Peek of TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress” Season 12 Premiere

Before you head out the door or kick off your work shoes, we’ve got something fabulous for you. One of our favorite TLC TV shows is back! Season twelve of TLC’s  SAY YES TO THE DRESS is back! We are in need of our bridal gown shopping fix, and what better than watching a show all about amazing bridal gowns from a fabulous bridal salon in New York City.

If you are a SYTTD (SAY YES TO THE DRESS.) newbie, then let us tell you a little bit about this amazingly fun wedding TV show. The show all takes place at the gorgeous bridal salon, Kleinfeld Bridal in NYC. The show  goes behind-the-scenes  and uncovers the various obstacles every staff member faces to make each bride utterly happy and pleased on what may be the  most important day of her life. The show features not only bridal experts, but emotional brides, opinionated entourages, and dream bridal dresses. At the end of each appointment, the bridal consultant will ask one very important question, “Are you saying Yes to the Dress?”. The answer to this question? You will have to tune in each week to find out.

On tonight’s Season premiere episode:

The one hour  season 12 premiere kicks off with personal trainer and television personality Jillian Michaels, who makes a stop to surprise a very special bride.  The bride is mentee and former Biggest Loser contestant Tumi Oguntala, who after losing 175 pounds, is ready to get a fresh start on her new life as she prepares to walk down the aisle.  While this special bride-to-be is in the search of her dream wedding gown, behind the scenes,  Jillian Michaels, has multiple surprises in store for her during the bridal appointment. Will she find the wedding gown of her dreams with help of her mentor? Which dress will she say yes to? 

TLC

The episode continues with another surprise! Megan is a huge fan of the show, and she has no idea that her boyfriend plans a proposal in NYC with Kleinfeld staff, Nicole and Christiane on site with the camera crew to capture it all.  After the romantic proposal, Megan will have another fabulous surprise! She joins Nicole and Christiane  at Kleinfeld to shop for her bridal gown. This is an episode you will not want to miss.

TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress premieres tonight at 9/8c .

This season is going to have many fabulous surprises and celebrity guests. We can not wait!

Sneak Peek of TLC’s “Something Borrowed, Something New” Season 3 Premiere

I have been dying about today’s feature. It is a real special one.  It has been so hard to keep this one from all of you, but today I can finally share and so excited! One of our favorite Bride Day TLC shows are back for season 3, and with a very special premiere episode.  TLC’s SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING NEW is back with their third season, and it looks like its going to be a great one! Before getting into tonight’s sneak peek episode, lets tell you a bit about the show.

This show follows a bride’s journey to find the perfect wedding dress for her big day. However there is a twist!  The bride will have to choose a new designer bridal gown, or a fashionably redesigned family heirloom. Who will help the bride find something new and something borrowed for her special day? Each episode is hosted by designer Kelly Nishimoto and stylist Sam Saboura, who will work with the bride to help choose between two dress options. Kelly will turn a special, previously worn gown into a gown which is for the time, venue, and personality of the bride. The bride will also have a chance to work with Sam in shopping at a bridal salon to find a brand new stylish dress. What happens next? The bride will have to make a very important decision and choose between a one-of-a kind dress and a newly fashionable piece. Will the bride choose her mother’s wedding gown, or find something new and unique to her? Which one will the bride choose?

Tonight’s first episode features a bride who shocks Sam so much, he is actually speechless. The bride is his co-host, Kelly Nishimoto! Yep, and she has come with her sister-in-law to talk to Sam about her wedding dress dream. Since Kelly will be too busy with wedding plans, she has brought in star of TLC’s BRIDE BY DESIGN Heidi Elnora, who steps in to transform Kelly’s “something borrowed” dress into a newly imagined piece of bridal couture, while Sam takes Kelly dress shopping for the first time. So now Kelly has choose between the newly designed bridal gown, or a brand new dress Sam helps her find. So which one will she end up wearing for her LA wedding? You will have to tune in tonight and find out! We are so excited we are counting down the hours.

TLC

TLC’s Something Borrowed, Something New premires tonight at 10ET/PT.  So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight.

Here is a clip from tonight’s episode:

A Fall Mansion Wedding

To say that I’m obsessed with bridal gowns is quite an understatement.  You can imagine my excitement when a gorgeous wedding popped into my inbox and there was a stunning gown which caught my eyes. This dress is so pretty that I missed all the other lovely details of this beautiful fall wedding.  Like the breathtaking florals which highlight the fall season so perfectly has me loving this season even more. The colors are fabulous and compliment the venue in the loveliest of ways. I can not believe I missed the cute ice cream cones that guests enjoyed as a treat. What a fun way to have some desserts! I love it! So, can we please go back to the gown of the hour? I first have to say that the bride looks super amazing and without her, I think this gown has no chance. Not all gowns look good on the rack, but once they are on, they look fabulous! And this bride really looks great in this gown.  I really love the gold sash wrapped around the waist, and that veil! Oh my goodness, I can not handle how pretty is is!  It flows so elegantly and is so romantic. I can go on and on about this bridal gown and this fall wedding, but I think its best if you take a look for yourself and see what Michael David Photography has captured.  Enjoy this Fall beauty!

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From Michael David Photography

Ashley and Joe are a perfect match.  Joe works of the US Government and Ashley works with children who have disabilities.  They both have such warm hearts and warm personalities.  Its no wonder I enjoyed them so much!

 

Texas Bridal Session

We are calling today a Magical Monday Morning. It is all due to this super gorgeous bridal session located in Texas. We love all things wedding, but what makes our hearts go pitter patter, are bridal sessions. We are kind of obsessed with them. We are talking about the prettiest bridal session we’ve ever seen. I am totally serious. You will want to clear your schedule and set some time aside to see what has us so in love with this bridal session.  This session features a beautiful bride at a lovely farm  wearing a gorgeous gown from Allure,  paired with the prettiest bouquet. She is as stunning as can be with such a natural in front of the camera. We are sure that photographer,  Logan Howard Photography really enjoyed capturing this beauty. We can not wait to see how this bride looks on her wedding day. She is killing this session, and will totally be ready for wedding day photos. Wow, just amazing. Grab your cup of joe, and enjoy the images which shows off a bride and her bridal look.

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From Logan Howard Photography

Holly’s bridal session took place at Royalty Pecan Farms in Caldwell, Texas. Such a beautiful, lovely girl mixed with amazing weather made for some of my very favorite bridal portraits ever!