A CELEBRATION OF BRIDAL FASHION

Stephanie Williams
If there is such a thing as visual poetry it is in these images. All are from a recent photo shoot I had with Orange County wedding photographer Stephanie Williams. We shot five of my gowns in various locations around San Juan Capistrano, California--including the mission. While I'm seeing more 'real wedding albums' with this sort of editorial feel, for me Stephanie's work is the quintessential. READ AND SEE MORE IMAGES . . . .

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WHAT'S NEW IN THE GOWN GALLERY?

Stephanie Williams Photography

I instantly fell in love with this embroidered silk organza before it ever took the form of the above 1950s silhouette. Recently to slide off the work table, 'April' is the newest in my 'Dioresque Collection'--layers and yards of skirt under a tiny, cinched waist.
Somewhere between semi-formal and high fashion, I find the just-above-the-ankle Ballerina length so flattering--especially when worn with Barbie-doll heels or ankle-straps a la 1950s . .

The stunning photo was taken in San Juan Capistrano, California by the very talented wedding and fashion photographer, Stephanie Williams, who has a name for making her brides look like models and models look like real brides.

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WHAT'S NEW IN THE GOWN GALLERY?

Welcome Spring in with the 'Sophia' Gown. Best worn against the back drop of greenery and blooming flowers, 'Sophia' is an A-line cut, wrapped in ivory gathered tulle from bodice to hem. Handmade pink organza rosettes secured with pink quartz beads are dappled all over the dress and matching shawl.

'Sophia' was conceived and designed with the outdoor and/or more informal wedding in mind. Accessorized here with a trio of pink roses as head piece, 'Sophia' would look just as stunning paired up with short or long veil. A picture hat wrapped in tulle is another option for this gown that would set it into high fashion/romantic dressing . . .

To order or ask questions about 'Sophia' you can either call or email me. I'm in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal couture

415.258.8204

contact@amyjotatum.com

Model: Natalie Angela

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WEEKDAY WEDDINGS: A New Look at the Civil Ceremony.

The brief city hall ceremony is every bit as significant as the wedding planned months ahead. No longer considered the spontaneous events they once were, civil ceremonies are going through new approval and popularity. Some couples prefer the ease of this short celebration and how they share in it with friends and family. Read more . . . .

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YOUR SILHOUETTE

Photo by Henley Photography +
Admit it, this cotton eyelet dress is about as hourglassy as you can get. Whether you go flared or straight up and down, the silhouette you choose is going to be the foundation of your look—the first impression you create once you make your entrance, dance your first dance, cut the cake. The right silhouette creates a positive visual chemistry. Something like a light turned on, illuminating the unique beauty of your female form. There are three basic silhouettes: the sheath, the ball gown and A-line. Within each of these big three derive a few variations deserving closer examination. Read this article . .

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