Carolina Bride Studio Style

For all the brides out there, this recent black and white studio style editorial for Carolina Bride Magazine is for you. Styling gowns from Ladies of Lineage and jewels and hairpieces from Kristin Hayes Jewelry and Aubre's bridal, we showcased some of the season's most eye-catching sleek and sophisticated silhouettes--the perfect canvas to let bold accessories and find detailing shine. 

Models: Haley Talton and Emma Wright of Marilyn's Agency
Photography: Joseph Bradley
Makeup: Brie Reeder 
Hair: Kathryn Hills at Chakras Spa of Greensboro

Alexander McQueen Inspired Avante-Garde Wedding

This third look in a series of three designer inspired weddings, exhilarated by the master of Avante-Garde, Alexander McQueen, was a stylist's dream come true.  I will let the pictures do the talking because looking at them takes my breath away.  I will just say Kristin Hayes is genius.  The girl reads my mind.  Each and every time.  The choker I commissioned last minute, showing Kristin a picture of a gown and a headpiece for my vision.  Keeping in mind the black wedding gown we would be using, she fused the two inspiration images to create this choker overnight. My eyes burn looking at it, it is that good. I hope you are inspired to do a wedding that is uniquely YOU. Oh and one other thing, Lori Konawalik has an ability outside of wedding photography like nobody's business. 

Her:
Dress: Winnie Couture 'Elianna' Dress Winnie Couture, Eclectic Statement Necklace, Vintage White Tab Earrings, Vintage White Stone Cuff all Kristin Hayes Jewelry, Rings: 
Him:
Tuxedo: Giorgio Armani Jacket and Pants, Edward Armah Bow Tie, Jimmy Choo Foxley Course Glitter Leather Tassel Loafer, Ermenegildo Zegna White Tuxedo Shirt All from Neiman Marcus

Photography: CAPTURE ME CANDID, Planning: STUNNING AND BRILLIANT EVENTS |Florist: THE PLACE FOR FLOWERS | Makeup: ERIN ASHLEY MAKEUP | Hair: SEAN FOLEY HAIR | Second Shooter: Bryon Bench | Stationary: OLIVE PAPER | Models: Megan Hollandsworth and RJ Crumpler- Marilyn's Agency I Location: Merinos Home Furnishings

Dissecting the Bride: Avant-Garde

My first bridal editorial is in the books.  A big thanks to Carolina Bride for asking me to be a part of their 25th Anniversary Issue in which I was given the opportunity to style and source the wardrobe for a story on Fabulous Furs. It was such fun working with the editor to come up with a neat story about how to incorporate fur into your winter wedding, no matter your personal style.  We came up with six styles.  The editorial opened with probably my favorite look, Avant-Garde.  Is there any surprise?  Night time was upon us, and the location- a park of dense woods located in Myers Park just across from the Duke Mansion, served as the perfectly dark and moody location for a daring look.

Model: Kady McKenzie, Photography: Emby Taylor, Flowers: Flowers by Lingky, Hair and Makeup: Jami Svay, Dress: Winnie Couture, Fur: Pre-Owned Cuerulean Mink Stole from Douglas Hertzberg Montaldo's Furs, Fascinator: Nordstrom, Earrings and Bracelets: Kristin Hayes Jewelry

Fabulous Furs For Your Winter Wedding

Y'all!  I'm EXCITED!  My first bridal editorial ever!  If you are looking for High Style for your winter wedding, go check out the 25th Anniversary Issue of Carolina Bride on news stands now!  Our featured editorial is about how to incorporate fur (real or faux) into your winter wedding, no matter your personal style!  The six looks include Glamorous, Classic, Bohemian, Minimalist, Vintage and Avante Garde.  Thank you to Carolina Bride for including me on this super fun project with a stellar team!