when life gives you lemons & limes.....

The talented and equally as kind and lovely Justin and Mary Marantz asked us to style one of their photgraphy seminars. The outcome was incredible and was recently featured on  style me pretty. 

We just adorable the fresh and whimsical feel of this shoot.  All of the details are simple and easy enough to do yourself, but have such impact!  So, when life gives you lemons...or limes...you know what to do!

Shoot credits~

Location: The Carousel House at Lighthouse Point, New Haven, CT

Wedding Gown:  Macao by Reverie Collection
Maids Dresses:  Jenny Yoo
Maids Jewerly:  Custom by The White Dress by the shore
Table Design: Traci Ramano
Menus, Bottle Tags, and Favor Bags: Stonington Paperie
Hairpieces and Bride's Necklace: Larissa Lake
Make up: Professional Makeup by DiLieto
Desserts: Purdy Hill Bakery

xoxo, TWD

jewels and maids!

What's better than pretty dresses and jewels? 

Join us this weekend for both!  We are hosting a Jenny Yoo trunk show that is running July 22nd -24th.  Receive 10% off any Jenny Yoo dress purchased during the event (including bridal alternatives!). 

Maids do not have to be present for purchase to be made and discount to be given.  You can provide measurements at a later date.

Also present at the trunk show will be the chic customizable jewelry collection of local designer, bella Perlina.  Select the perfect jewels for yourself or your maids!

image by Carla Teneyck

image by Carla Teneyck

Call 860.669.4596 to schedule your appointment for this exclusive trunk show!

xoxo, TWD

SAMPLE SALE SATURDAY!

Join us July 17th for a sample sale

xoxo, TWD

July is HOT with deals and events!

Join us this month for some exciting events and trunk shows!

The Couture Bridal Event

July 6th -10th by appointment

A 10% discount will be granted on any bridal gown over $3500.

Designers include~ Anne Barge, Judd Waddell, Melissa Sweet, Modern Trousseau and Priscilla of Boston

Maria Elena Accessories Trunk Show

July 8th -10th by appointment

A 10% discount will be granted on any Maria Elena accessory purchased during the event.

Jenny Yoo Bridesmaid Trunk Show

July 22nd - 24th  by appointment

A 10% discount will be granted off of any Jenny Yoo purchase made during the event

*Maids do not need to be present for purchase to be made.  Measurements can be provided at a later date

image by Carla TenEyck

bella Perlina Customized Jewelery Trunk Show

July 22nd - 24th  by appointment

Work with Madison, CT designer, Andrea Panullo to customize the perfect jewelry for yourself and your maids!

July 17th 10-4

Receive 10% off the lowest price of our sample gowns!

We will also have short cocktail dresses starting at $50, long dresses starting at $100 and flower girls starting at $40.  Don't miss the shoes, accessories and veils as well.

Appointments recommended, not required.  Call 860.669.4596 to reserve a fitting room and dedicated associate.

xoxo, TWD

Costa Rica shoot~ Day 1

One of my recent photo shoot adventures was in Costa Rica.  An amazingly talented group of Connecticut based vendors (see below) teamed up with  MMH Public Relations and Stay in Costa Rica- a luxury tourism company based in Costa Rica, to put together several inspirational wedding shoots.  Here is the finished product from day 1, as featured on style me pretty. 

The shoot took place at Playa Hermosa, a black sand beach along the pacific coast in Herradura, Costa Rica.  Michelle and Alejandro were a stunning local couple that agreed to be our bride and groom for the day!

 

 Here was my inspiration for the fashion for shoot: "The opportunity to work in Costa Rica was a dream come true! The lush jungles, stunning beaches and rich culture inspired me to keep the attire very natural. The accessories that we used were made from wood and shell. We brought in a small touch of sparkle, because every bride needs some! The bridal gown by was by designer Augusta Jones. I selected it because it had a very organic feel to it. The silk chiffon fabric was perfect for the beach setting and the touch of metallic embroidery at the neckline had an ethnic feel that made it perfect for Costa Rica. The bride’s jewelry and headband selected for the shoot were by Maria Elena. Both contained accents of mother of pearl.The bridesmaid was outfitted in a satin yoryu dress by Vineyard Collection. I loved the vibrancy of the color of the dress, but also the amazing flow that the fabric had. We accessorized the dress with wooden bangles from ben amun to bring in a natural element." 

To read inspirations from some of the other vendors involved in the shoot click here.

  

  

  

To see an amazing video created by Buzz Media Productions that brings this shoot to life, click here.

Shoot credits:

Photography~ Carla Ten Eyck and amazing crew (Erik Maziarz, Greg Lewis, Rebecca Hales and Sara Code-Kroll)!

Video~ Buzz Media Productions

Floral Design~ Datura, a modern garden

Shoot design/planning~ Jubilee Events

Fashion styling~  The White Dress by the shore

Bridal gown~  Augusta Jones

Bridesmaid dress~ Vineyard Collection

Shoes~ Zappos.com

Gown cleaning post shoot~ Madame Paullette

Beauty~ dd Nickel

Invitations~ Posh Paperie

All around supporter and master schlepper~ Mark 'daddy' Chapman

Accommodations ~ Stay in Costa Rica

As they say in Costa Rica, Pura Vida!  Stay tuned for images from other shoots!

xoxo, TWD

our new ad!

We are so proud of our latest ad created by two creatives! The image was shoot at the Palace Theatre in Waterbury.  It was a part of a photo shoot that was a collaboration between, Carla TenEyck, Jubilee Events, Dana Bartone Beauty, Blush Floral Design and Tova's Vintage Shop.   My initial vision for this shot was inspired by Sex and the city 1 when Carrie is at her vogue photo shoot and standing on a ladder in a wedding gown.  Carla took my vision to the next level and the final outcome was beyond my expectations!

The gown featured in the shot is by Melissa Sweet.  It wil be in our store this weekend for our trunk show!  Give us a ring if you want to try her on.  There are still appointments left!

xoxo, TWD

Melissa Sweet & Priscilla of Boston bridal trunk show

Melissa Sweet & Priscilla of Boston Trunk Show!

Two Designers ~ One Event

June 24th-26th

Romantic, sophisticated and classic, these designers have a gown for every bride! Come fall in love all over again with the gown of your dreams.

Receive 15% off your gown by either of these fabulous designers during this exclusive event!

Call to schedule your appointment today 860-669-4596

gown prices start at $3500 before discount

xoxo, TWD