Timeless dresses that dance through the decades

by Kim Wadsworth | photography by Shannon Moffit

“Spark” fluted dupioni gown with lace straps. Astrid & Mercedes by Lea-Ann Belter: $1,800. “Charlemagne” jeweled cape: $1,250. Revel by Veil Trends. “Cordelia” pearl and crystal earrings: $145. Paris by Debra Moreland. All from Milk & Honey Bride.

“Tatiana” ivory beaded and embroidered art deco inspired slip gown with V-neckline, jeweled straps and tiered pleated ruffles by Lazaro: $6,799.99. Tulle birdcage veil: $129.99. Jeweled earrings $79.99. All from Studio I Do Bridals.

Vintage-inspired lace sheath with V-neckline and all-over tulle with bow by Madison James: $1,699.99. Floral barrette pair: $79.99. All from Studio I Do Bridals. “Cordelia” pearl and crystal earrings: $145. Paris by Debra Moreland from Milk & Honey Bride. Bouquet of viburnum, lilac, ranunculus, astilbe and eucalyptus designed by Wisps of Willow.

“Lauren” Haiku beaded and embroidered A-line gown, plunging V-neckline with illusion net insert and starlight sparkle tulle overlay by Hayley Paige: $5,399.99. Rhinestone headpiece and earrings: $239.99 and $89.99, respectively. All from Studio I Do Bridals. Bouquet of pink garden roses, ranunculus, astilbe and eucalyptus designed by Wisps of Willow.

“Iris” fluted silk crepe gown with cap sleeves, lace illusion bodice and jewel neckline by Lea-Ann Belter: $3,350. “Seven Chances” pearl hair wreath with vintage pieces of crystals and tassel $900. “Handmaiden” earrings with baguette and marquis stones: $350. Both by Paris by Debra Moreland. All from Milk & Honey Bride. Vintage beaded gloves (not for sale.) Above right: Silver shoes by Badgley Mischka: $239.99. Studio I Do Bridals. Bottom Right : “Tudor Rose” gold headpiece with round and marquis opal stones: $510. Paris by Debra Moreland from Milk & Honey Bride. Drop earrings and jeweled earrings: $89.99 and $99.99, respectively. Both from Studio I Do Bridals.

Bohemian lace-covered cutout gown with bell sleeves and keyhole back, Wilderly Bride by Allure: $1,499.99. From Studio I Do Bridals. “Devotion” pearl drop earrings: $220. “French Connection” belt/headpiece: $420. Both by Paris by Debra Moreland from Milk & Honey Bride.

Top Left: lace train detail from dress. Bottom Left: Two-tiered cake with buttercream frosting and edible gold leaf by Incredible Edibles Bakery. Floral flourish of tulips, garden roses, lilac and ranunculus by Wisps of Willow. Right: Bouquet of pink tulips, lilac, veronica, ranunculus, lisianthus, laurel, english ivy and eucalyptus designed by Wisps of Willow.

Strapless ballgown with ruched netting folds has detachable off-shoulder neckline and rhinestone buttons by Allure: $1,499.99. Silver jeweled earrings: $89.99. Rhinestone pearl headpiece: $99.99. All from Studio I Do Bridals.

Left: Stretch silk crepe gown features asymmetrical one-shoulder detail and fluted skirt, cascading net overskirt and 14-carat gold-plated belt: $5,699.99, $2,499.99, $629.99 respectively. All by Romona Keveza from Studio I Do Bridals. “Widad” gold-plated and shell pearl earrings (price on request) by Antonia Karra. Antoniakarra.com Floral bouquet designed by Wisps of Willow. Right: Rhinestone jeweled earrings: $99.99, Studio I Do Bridals.

Art Director: EJ Toudt
Photographer: Shannon Moffit
Fashion coordinator: Kim Wadsworth/ Wadsworth Style
Assistant/grip: Melanie Wills
Make-up artist: Kim Wadsworth for BridesMade
Hair design: Rebekah Williams for BridesMade
Fashions: Studio I Do and Milk & Honey
Floral design: Wisps of Willow
Cake artistry: Incredible Edibles
Private residence: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Towne Realty;
Caroline McCartney, listing agent; Thomas E. Robinson, homeowner.
Models: Directions Models & Talent
Alexandra Parkey and Ashley McRae

SHOP THE SHOOT

ANTONIA KARRA
AntoniaKarra.com

DIAMONDS DIRECT
4452 Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757.837.0288
DiamondsDirect.com/VaBeach

INCREDIBLE
EDIBLES BAKERY
1640 Donna Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757.463.9980
IncredibleEdiblesBakery.com

MILK & HONEY BRIDE
1776 Laskin Road #204
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
757.995.7323
MilkAndHoneyBride.com

STUDIO I DO BRIDALS
1556 Laskin Road #138
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757.491.1418
StudioIDo.co m

WISPS OF WILLOW
757.406.0115
WispsOfWillow.com

Love in the time of coronavirus
We recognize that the wedding industry – and weddings in general –
have been thrown into a tail spin as a result of COVID-19. This bridal
package was completed well before the health crisis, but we hope it
provides inspiration for when better days return.