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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THE HAT BRIDE

Once upon a time not too long ago, a hat perched atop a bride's head instead of a long flowing veil was society's code for second time around brides or a woman over forty tying the knot.  Fast forward a few years and the bridal hat has a whole new identity. Today, wearing one on your wedding day has more to do with creating a style savvy statement that defines you. If you're considering opting for a hat to top off your wedding day look, you have a whole array of choices out there from wide-brimmed picture hats to small fascinators  titled on the side of the head with wisps of netting.  Here are a few of my faves . . .

Cocktail Hats-Include toques, pancakes and beanies to name just a few.  Small and brimless, these hats sit tilted or perched atop the head, usually accented with flowers or a spray of long feathers; a cover of net or nose veil typically wraps all or part of the face.   All cocktail hats look great with upswept hair and most silhouettes.  These above by Batcakes Couture  add a touch of whimsy with marabou and ostrich feathers

 
Fascinators-A sort of hybrid between head band and cocktail hat, a fascinator is a hair decoration fastened to a band or comb with accents of either feathers, beads, crystals or florals.  The ones pictured above are by Batcakes Couture

Photos by Stephanie Williams Photography
Dresses by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride
First photo of picture Hat by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride

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HE LOVES ME!

 

 

Okay, I might be a tad bit early here with daisies but if you're perchance planning a summer wedding I promise it will inspire.  And, it might just get you thinking about a Summer of Love or Field of Daises theme.  For me  Daisies evoke youth, sunlight and whimsy.  The daisy was prominent in 1960s fashion and became one of the the symbols of peace and love . . . .

CREDITS

Top photo: Daisy hat by Amy-Jo Tatum Bride

Daisy shoes and purse photo via tumblr/ Daisy Dress and earrings 

Daisy floppy-brimmed hat and belt by Amy-Jo Tatum

Daisy hair photo/ bouquet by Heavenly Blooms

Daisy cake photo via Pinterest/ Daisy bouquet from Ruffled Blog via Pinterest

Daisy cupcakes via Daisy Pink Cupcake Blog/ Daises in bike basket photo via Pinterest

Table setting photo via Stone Gable Blog

Yellow macaroon photo via Pinterest/ Daisy cake via Pinterest

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