All veils by Amy-Jo Tatum
THE POUF
THE HAT BRIDE
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
INDEPENDENCE DAY WEDDING
Happy 4th and what a surprise I have for you today! Vintage junkie that I am, when this stylized shoot came my way I knew it was just the thing to show off a little patriotic-inspired fashion, food and table decor in honor of our nation's birthday. The backyard BBQ is the perfect theme for a July 4 or Independence Week wedding. Justin Alexander's just above the ankle semi-formal dress is jauntily paired up with a small cage veil and red mules. For me the desert bar is the piece de resistance featuring various sweets in red, white and blue against the backdrop of antique and vintage design elements. Check out our special guest who made an appearance: McMurtie Farms very own goat!
CREDITS
Photography: Knots and Tots Photography
Event Planner: Crystal Occasions
Catering: Sugar Mama Cookies
Flowers: Cedar Park Florist
Invitations: Pen and Ink Custom Invitations
Dress: Justin Alexander via Debi's Bridals
Makeup Artist: Daviz Fabula
Equipment Rentals: Premiere Party Central
Bakery: Dessert Divas
Venue: McMurtie Farms
Submitted via Two Bright Lights
DREAMING IN WHITE
When most I wink, then do mine eyes best see,
For all the day they view things unrespected;
But when I sleep, in dreams they look on thee,
And, darkly bright, are bright in dark directed.
Then thou, whose shadow shadows doth make bright—
How would thy shadow’s form happy show
When to unseeing eyes thy shade shines so?
How would, I say, mine eyes be blessèd made
By looking on thee in the living day,
When in dead night thy fair imperfect shade
Through heavy sleep on sightless eyes doth stay?
All days are nights to see till I see thee,
And nights bright days when dreams do show thee me.
Sonnet 43
2010 TREND: THE MANTILLA
One real hot look for 2010 is the drop veil–or to be more preciese–the mantilla. . . There are actually a few ways of wearing a mantilla. Because this veil lacks density, you can fold it over into a layer and tack it to the back of a bun. You can also literally drop it atop your head and wear it over the face or further back with or without a headpiece. Plastic or metal combs sewn to the center can secure the veil in place. How about an alternative to a traditional mantilla? Try a mock mantilla veil, which has low dense gathers and is cut into one or two tiers. Lace is then added to the edges. A cascading mantilla is another option and has a top layer worn over the face. For a really extraordinary effect, Alencon, Chantilly or Venise lace can be hand beaded. The above version is a square of tulle bordered with Chantilly lace . . .
VEIL PRIMER
Think about it: you'll probably wear a knock out gown again sometime in your life but when will you ever get the opportunity to wear a veil? That's something to ponder when you're weighing out the, "Will I or won't I veil?" question. The gorgeous board above was put together by Liane Roy of Forget Me Not Details in Buffalo, NY. It has just about every veil you can think of starting off with the smallest wisps of chic birdcages and poufs to sweeping cathedral lengths in tulle, lace, netting and organza.
VEIL LENGTHS
Bird Cage or Net Pouf-Made of either netting or tulle, this veil falls above the shoulder line. Since it’s a shorter style, it tends to look structured, more hybrid of headpiece and veil. Great for fashionistas.
Blusher or Flyaway-a fly away is typically attached to the back while the blusher is a short veil worn over the face during the ceremony. Can also be worn shoulder length in layers. Although considered informal, this is the choice of some chic, formal-gowned brides.
Elbow-Extends to the elbow or a couple inches below.
Fingertip-Most popular length; can be worn by nearly every figure type with most silhouettes.
Waltz-Falls anywhere between knee and ankle.
Chapel-Considered formal. Extends about a two feet beyond the hemline.
Cathedral-Most formal. Extends three feet or more beyond the hem.
Double Tier-Two layers, typically the shorter one a blusher but not always.
Bird Cage or Net Pouf-Made of either netting or tulle, this veil falls above the shoulder line. Since it’s a shorter style, it tends to look structured, more hybrid of headpiece and veil. Great for fashionistas.
Blusher or Flyaway-a fly away is typically attached to the back while the blusher is a short veil worn over the face during the ceremony. Can also be worn shoulder length in layers. Although considered informal, this is the choice of some chic, formal-gowned brides.
Elbow-Extends to the elbow or a couple inches below.
Fingertip-Most popular length; can be worn by nearly every figure type with most silhouettes.
Waltz-Falls anywhere between knee and ankle.
Chapel-Considered formal. Extends about a two feet beyond the hemline.
Cathedral-Most formal. Extends three feet or more beyond the hem.
Double Tier-Two layers, typically the shorter one a blusher but not always.
STYLES
Top photos: Variations on the birdcage and pouf veils
Top photos: Variations on the birdcage and pouf veils
Middle photos: Short pouf and blusher veil
Bottom photos: mantilla and scarf veil
Pouf-Opposite: Width of veil is gathered at the crown and can be attached to a headpiece. Generally made out of tulle or English netting.
Dropped-Yes, actually dropped onto the head in a single layer of tulle or lace; often bordered with lace or ribbon. A Mantilla is a type of dropped veil.
Long Scarf-Considered more an option in head wear than veil depending on the length of chiffon or silk gauze used to create it. A 5-yard length
wrapped around the head framing the face creates a long band of train that works as an extraordinary veil. Perfect for Mosque weddings.
Dropped-Yes, actually dropped onto the head in a single layer of tulle or lace; often bordered with lace or ribbon. A Mantilla is a type of dropped veil.
Long Scarf-Considered more an option in head wear than veil depending on the length of chiffon or silk gauze used to create it. A 5-yard length
wrapped around the head framing the face creates a long band of train that works as an extraordinary veil. Perfect for Mosque weddings.
All veils above available through Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal/ amyjotatum@gmail.com
415.258.8204
SPRING POTPOURRI
From sophisticated to romantic, this is all about accessorizing--adding those little touches here and there that make a look very special and all your own.
LAST MINUTE HEAD CHIC FOR THE HOLIDAY BRIDE
Maybe you're one of those brides who got the gem of a dress and put off getting your veil or head wear till later. Surprise! Tigerlilly has some magnificent head chic for winter. Check out the tarnish resistant rose petal hairpins above made out of Swarovski crystals. Sterling silver or gold with various colors available.
Below are just a few of Tigerlilly's headpieces and head jewelry. Notice how some look like clusters of snowflakes?
Birdcages are so in vogue now right now. These veils are easier to wear than the chapel or cathedral veils. Short and compact, a Birdcage can carry you through ceremony to reception to dancing till the wee hours of morning with little or no adjustment. . .
More Swarovski snowflakes . . .
Who says you can't wear brown netting if you're a bride? Darker colors pick up and compliment your complexion in the winter night light.
