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27 Dec
2011
Posted in: A Jubilee Event, Creative Photoshoots, Fashion & Accessories
By Candice    No Comments

Classic Bride Photoshoot in Hartford, Connecticut for The Connecticut Bride Magazine

In April of this year we were so excited to work with The Connecticut Bride Magazine and a team of stellar talent to produce a fashion editorial shoot for their Fall / Winter 2011 issue. We had the amazing opportunity of working with Connecticut based designer Modern Trousseau, using all their gowns to create a photoshoot inspired by the Classic Bride. In looking for locations, I had the idea to feature the historic and unique properties in Hartford, including The Society Room, The Old State House, The Mark Twain House, The Gershon Fox Room, Hartford City Hall and Elizabeth Park. Each backdrop served as it’s own unique inspiration– guiding Beth Chapman of The White Dress by the shore and Tony Palmieri of Datura: A Modern Garden in choosing fashion and floral to compliment each look! Equally exciting was to see images from our shoot used in Modern Trousseau’s national ad campaign in magazines such as Martha Stewart Weddings and Town & Country Weddings.

Be sure to look for the newest issue of The Connecticut Bride Magazine, on newsstands the first of the year to see the newest photoshoot we were delighted to create! A huge thank you to Carla Ten Eyck who is responsible for the gorgeous images below,
Vintage Cinema for the behind-the-scenes video, Beth Chapman and her team at The White Dress by the shore for the fashion and styling, Dana Bartone & Company for their two days of tireless beauty, Tony Palmieri and his team of assistants at Datura: A Modern Garden for creating our floral art, and Modern Trousseau for being the muse of our shoot!

Our first look was shot in front of the Old State House on Main Street in Hartford and inside the Gershon Fox Room, featuring Modern Trousseau’s Pearl Gown from their Fall 2011 collection, white leather gloves by Carolina Amato, jewels by Haute Bride including square stud earrings, diamond cuff and tiara, necklace by DK Designs and vintage black 1936 Buick by Carriage Limo. Datura: A Modern Garden decorated our vintage car and created the stunning white bouquet.

Our second look featured Gown the Savannah gown by Modern Trousseau as part of their Fall 2011 collection with black satin gloves from Carolina Amato. Earrings are by Tejani, diamond cuffs by Haute Bride, large cocktail ring from Kate Spade New York, and black tulle headpiece by Satya Twena. We shot in front of the historic vault at The Society Room, a bank turned wedding venue on Pratt Street in Hartford. The colorful bouquet and floral decor was created by Datura: A Modern Garden.

One look that didn’t make the magazine was The Kennedy Gown by Modern Trousseau for their Fall 2011 collection, which inspired our third look at The Old State House on Main Street in Hartford. I absolutely adore this space– with it’s high ceilings, white wooden walls and oversized gold chandelier. The back jewels of the gown are by aquinnah jewelry with earrings by Haute Bride. Tony from Datura: A Modern Garden created a bouquet inspired by the Royal Wedding.

The fourth look is Modern Trousseau’s Larissa Gown for their Fall 2011 collection. Our bride also wore a fox trimmed fur jacket, also by Modern Trousseau with earrings by Haute Bride, bouquet from Datura: A Modern Garden, and brooch from The White Dress by the shore.

Our fifth look has to be my favorite. When we got word we could shoot inside Hartford City Hall I knew I wanted to do a throw back, city hall style wedding. Modern Trousseau’s short lace Daphne dress proved to be the perfect dress for this sexy and sweet look. Our pillbox cap with cage veil and feather details is from the millner Bijou Van Ness with pearl earring from The White Dress by the shore. I absolutely LOVE the nude shoes from Badgley Mischka and the simple bouquet from Datura: A Modern Garden. Our groom’s attire is from the impeccable male clothiers at Valentino Tailors.

Our sixth look was at the historic Mark Twain House– whose history you simply must read! It’s an incredible Hartford landmark and one our state is so proud to have. A 20′s feel was the fashion direction that Beth Chapman chose for this look, inspired by the gorgeous feather trimmed cloche from Bijou Van Ness. Our bride wore long satin ivory gloves by Carolina Amato, Modern Trousseau’s Faye gown with a feather brooched belt and earring from from Haute Bride. The stunning round bouquet is by Datura: A Modern Garden.

Our final look couldn’t have been timed more perfectly for the blooming trees of Elizabeth Park, Connecticut’s famous 100 year old rose garden in Hartford. Elizabeth Park is such a magical place, especially during the spring and summer months. The dogwood and lilac trees couldn’t have been more of a perfect backdrop to the gorgeous Piper gown from Modern Trousseau’s Fall 2011 line. I absolutely love the colorful necklace from Haute Bride and sheer white wrist length gloves from Carolina Amato. Tony from Datura: A Modern Garden created all the unique floral decor, including the peony bouquet, floral ring bearer bowl, floral parasol and the GORGEOUS floral and greenery garland modeled by our bride!

A huge thank you to The Connecticut Bride Magazine for featuring this amazing editorial photoshoot and to our talented team of vendors, below! Also be sure to check out the gorgeous video of this shoot, produced by Jim Altieri of Vintage Cinema. Xx

Credit Reel

Photography: Carla Ten Eyck
Cinematography: Vintage Cinema
Creative Direction: Candice Coppola, Jubilee Events
Stylist: Beth Chapman, The White Dress by the shore
Hair & Makeup: Dana Bartone & Company
Floral Design: Datura: A Modern Garden
Gowns: Modern Trousseau

24 Oct
2011
Posted in: Fashion & Accessories
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Bridal Market 2011: Part III




We loved our final appointment of bridal market at Modern Trousseau’s new showroom in New York. Beth Chapman had already previewed the collection before it had hit NYC and raved about Callie’s stunning designs. They did not disappoint! Her newest collection includes some amazing lace gowns along with a fun and flirty line “before there was long.” Be sure to stay tuned to The White Dress by the shore’s blog for complete fashion updates from market!

We’re always so grateful to Martha Stewart Weddings and Darcy Miller for hosting an incredible party the last night of bridal market. After so much running around, our tired feet and minds need to cut loose! We had a great time at their offices with friends from The White Dress by the shore, Coral Pheasant Stationery + Design, Bliss Event Design, Weddings by Socialites, Impressions Photography, 14 Stories, Monumental Designs, Lyndsey Hamilton Events, Ceci New York, Lela New York, Ashley Baber Weddings, Annie Lee, and many more! It was a treat to meet Martha again this year, too.

We also attend a fabulous gala at The New York Public Library hosted by The Knot. Big thanks to Carley for a spectacular and fun night!

Until next October… xoxo

23 Oct
2011
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Bridal Market 2011: Part II


Our second recap of Bridal Market includes gorgeous gowns from Amy Kuschel, Anne Barge and Romona Kerveza. The trend this season brought us back to a classic elegance and featured a lot of lace and tulle. The royal weddings influence was evident– not only by the sleeves but the fabrics and silhouettes!

Read our first recap of market here and stay tuned to The White Dress by the shore’s blog for more deets on the fashion. More to come.. xo!

23 Oct
2011
Posted in: Fashion & Accessories
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Bridal Market 2011

It was a fun weekend and week in New York as I, once again, accompanied fashion beaut Beth Chapman of The White Dress by the shore and her incredible team to October market! We had a smashing time and got to catch up with our industry friends and make new ones along the way. Here are some highlights from our weekend, including our favorite gowns (some soon to be available at TWD), moments, and images from the Martha Stewart Weddings party and The Knot Gala!

My weekend started off at the Amsale runway show, where she showed gowns from her newest collection. The runway show was a modern take on the classics (even down to the music!). Her maids walked down the runway first in all Jersey fabric in clean silhouettes, some with one shoulder. Her bridal collection had a lot of tulle skirts with with satin bodices. You can see all the dresses that walked down the runway here.

We visited one of my favorite new lines, Ivy & Aster, known for their sweet and feminine style. They also make the cutest bridesmaids dresses that you’d be destined to wear again and again! You can see their full Fall 2012 line here.

It’s totally true: we do heart Euro designer David Fielden– and what a pleasure it was to meet him and have him show us his 2012 Fall collection! His avant-garde style and bold use of textures, fabrics and cuts makes his line completely unique. One of our favorite looks was a backless white jumpsuit dress alternative– so 70′s and truly for the bride who wants something amazing and different! You can see some of his 2012 line here and his Milan runway show below… I STRONGLY encourage you to watch the whole thing. The finale is worth the wait!

More to come… xoxo

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