SPLASHES OF CHAMPAGNE

Alissa Baltazar photography beautifully captured sacred moments of a bride in her three most beautiful looks on her special wedding weekend. The decor and flower arrangements, put together by a talented wedding planner and decorator Olena Vynnychuk, inspired by classic elegance and royal luxury. Vintage silverware, crystal and gold pained teacups set the mood for a reception fit for a queen and handmade artisan chocolates and macaroons, provided by CookiemeCookie, only complement beautiful and bright design of the space. Hairstylist Anastasia Novikova kept model Oleksandra’s hair in a loose, romantic updo accenting her dark blonde hair with a vintage feather hairpin and a string of fresh water pearls weaving through loose curls from stylist own collection. Angela Krushelnytska’s created an over the top Marie Antoinette inspired make up with bright cheeks, big eyelashes and a bow shaped lip to compliment bright, flowery gown. Fun, yellow tulle gown provided by Destiny Bride Boutique, brightens up the mood and creates a light, airy and truly romantic atmosphere with its full-layered skirt, paying homage to French gardens of 1700’s. Set and Wardrobe Stylist Anna Shreyer (WardrobeA) handpicked only the best designer pearls from various vintage boutiques in Toronto’s downtown Queen West neighbourhood, wedding rings and earrings are provided by Destiny Bride Boutique. A complete change of era and a mood shift is required for an evening reception, an emerald designer evening dress was chosen to remind of the 1950’s style, available at Destiny Bridal Boutique, the luxury of satin and delicacy of style make this dress regal keeping the original theme of royal luxury. Corset with complementary neckline, a small detailed belt accented by a bow and lush skirt with pockets, this elegant dress is completed by a vintage mink fur bolero jacket by Harrods. Two diamond necklaces from stylist’s own vintage collection are playing with the colour of the evening dress beautifully and the flowers in models loosely pinned up hair play homage to the earlier flower theme to brighten up the evening look. For the next day’s church service, a traditional white dress was chosen. An exclusive design by Belezza e Lusso, also provided by Destiny Bride Boutique, straight silhouette accentuated by a delicate sash, bow and lace detail. A bold dramatic lip was chosen to add drama to the look. Handcrafted crystal hairpin and fresh water pearl earrings are provided by Destiny Bride Boutique and are available for order. Additional jewellery and shoot’s accessories are stylist’s own vintage pieces.

Article by Anna Shreyer