by Kim Wadsworth
Brides with Southern roots yearn for modern romantic beauty. At the heart of it all is an indescribable feeling that lets you know you’ve found the one.
“Isa” off-the-shoulder sleek trumpet gown with ruching, by Nouvelle Amsale, $2,499.99. Pearl and crystal headpiece, $149.99, and cathedral-length soft tulle veil, $349.99. Pearl and rhinestone earrings, $27. From Studio I Do.
Fitted sweetheart gown with crystal finishes by Badgley Mischka, $2,999.99. Veil with lace embellishment, $499.99. Both from Studio I Do. Engagement ring featuring a round brilliant-cut diamond with graduated diamonds; 1.65 carats total weight. Starting at $12,000. Diamond wedding band, 0.68 carat total weight, starting at $4,300. Both by Tacori. From Diamonds Direct.
“Cayenne” sheath gown with floral and scroll tulle bodice over a sparkle lining; cathedral-length, detachable lace cape sleeves. $4,499.99, by Badgley Mischka. Rose gold earrings, $50, and rose gold crown with seed pearls, $89.99. From Studio I Do.
Chantilly lace fitted “Novia” sheath with high neckline and lace keyhole plunging front by Enzoani, $3,249.99. Earrings with crystal jewel, $35. Both from Studio I Do. Peony, rose and sweet pea bouquet with Courtney Inghram silk ribbon by The Wandering Petal. Engagement ring featuring a round brilliant-cut diamond with graduated diamonds; 1.65 carats total weight. Starting at $12,000. By Tacori. From Diamonds Direct.
“Carmen” fitted sweetheart and symmetrical ruched gown with oversized bow and crystal finish by Badgley Mischka, $2,999.99. From Studio I Do. 14 karat white gold and diamond bangle of 31 round brilliant-cut diamonds, 1.97 carats total, $3,360. From Diamonds Direct.
Royal blue double-breasted suit, $149.99. White shirt, $29.99, and geometric tie and pocket square, $29.99. From Philip Michael Fashion for Men, Lynnhaven. Boutonniere by The Wandering Petal. Two-tone wedding band in white and rose 14 karat gold with hammered finish, starting at $1,700. From Diamonds Direct. Embellished evening shoe by Betsey Johnson, $269.99. Modern scroll and lace gown with sequin underlay by Allure Couture, $2,699.99. Detachable illusion skirt with sheer sequin tulle overlay by Martina Liana, $699.99. All from Studio I Do.14 karat white gold and diamond bangle of 31 round brilliant-cut diamonds, 1.97 carats total, $3,360. Emerald-cut diamond and 14 karat white gold eternity band with 20 diamonds, 6.17 carats total, $17,500. From Diamonds Direct. Earrings with fringe, $60. From Studio I Do. Boutonniere by The Wandering Petal. Mother-of-pearl grid cufflinks, $29.99, and black cufflinks with mother-of-pearl dots, $29.99. Both from Philip Michael Fashion for Men, Lynnhaven.
Black tuxedo suit and shirt by Michael Kors, $149.99 (rental); tie and pocket square, $29.99. All from Philip Michael Fashion for Men, Lynnhaven. Two-tone wedding band in white and rose 14 karat gold with hammered finish, starting at $1,700. From Diamonds Direct. Boutonniere from The Wandering Petal. “Romance” crepe jumpsuit by Allure, $1,299.99, with lace bomber jacket by Martina Liana, $599.99. Birdcage fascinator by Bel Aire, $199.99. Earrings with fringe, $60. All from Studio I Do. Diamond wedding band, 0.68 carat total weight, starting at $4,300, by Tacori. From Diamonds Direct.
“Adara” modern floral lace applique gown by Allure, $1,299.99. Bel Aire tiara, $199.99. Cathedral-length veil by Amsale, $489.99. From Studio I Do. White dinner jacket (with black tuxedo trousers and bow tie), $109.99, rental, from Philip Michael Fashion for Men, Lynnhaven. Wedding band in white and rose 14 karat gold, starting at $1,700. From Diamonds Direct. Boutonniere by The Wandering Petal.
“Praise” lace applique, V-neck gown with lace and illusion long sleeves and tulle ball gown skirt trimmed with horsehair, by Hayley Paige, $3,299.99. From Studio I Do. Black tuxedo suit and shirt by Michael Kors, $149.99 (rental). From Philip Michael Fashion for Men, Lynnhaven. Bouquet by The Wandering Petal.
photography by SHANNON MOFFIT, stylist KIM WADSWORTH
hair HUNTER MOLDEN, makeup CHELSEA GREENWALT
models MELISSA MARSON; CARLEE HUFFMAN and JOHN MORRISETTE, both from Modelogic
location UPPER SHIRLEY VINEYARDS
SHOP THE SHOOT
DIAMONDS DIRECT DiamondsDirect.com 4452 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach. 757.837.0288.ADVERTISING
inRead invented by Teads 11131 W. Broad St. Glen Allen. 804.967.0500.
STUDIO I DO StudioIDo.com Hilltop North, 1556 Laskin Road Virginia Beach. 757.491.1418.
THE WANDERING PETAL TheWanderingPetal.com 757.478.5537.
PHILIP MICHAEL FASHION FOR MEN
Chesapeake Square mall. 4200 Portsmouth Blvd. Chesapeake. 757.488.5886.
5731 Poplar Hall Drive Norfolk. 757.461.0900.
2728 N. Mall Drive Virginia Beach. 757.226.9005.
