THE PILL BOX

Looking for a chi chi alternative to the veil?  Sophisticated bridal dressing gives you the opportunity really 'Vogue' it up and wear those short kid gloves, carry a tiny satin clutch or sport that pill box hat with a wisp of veiling. Speaking of pill boxes, this one  makes a  great stand-in for  brides looking to change out the traditional veil.  Round and brimless, its worn either centered, tilted or back on the head.  Though this style was introduced in the 1930s, Jackie Kennedy revived the look.   Generally this hat looks best with suits and fitted sheath designs; super with most other silhouettes even bell shapes like this one.  

Gown and hat by Amy-Jo Tatum

Photo by Strotz Photography

Hair by Justina Downs

Makeup by Audrey

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NEWS FROM THE PUBLISHING FRONT

In case any of you missed out on the At the Villa post a few weeks back, here are a few of my bouffant pieces shot by Joy Strotz for Ceremony Magazine last August.  FYI Ceremony is like the encyclopedia of wedding magazines, listing and showcasing all the finest vendors around.  You'll find loads of color and inspiration between the covers of this mag both in hard copy and on the digital version.  Below are the actual images of gowns that made it to the latest edition that's out now.  The top layout, It's All About The Bride is from the San Francisco Bay Area book and Photographic Memories from the LA one.  Can't begin to tell you how fun this shoot was and how many great folks we all met on location at the Villa Montalvo in Saratoga.  I want to do this all over again . . . .

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