Kate and Ben's wedding!

 I am delighted to share with you the wedding of Katie and  Ben, Katie worked for The Italian Wedding Planner a few years ago and Stacey who has been working for us this summer went home to be the onsite coordinator on Katie's very special day! 

I know Katie would have loved to have hosted her wedding in Italy but unfortunately as her grandparents are very elderly they felt the trip from Wisconsin would be too much for them and she could not imagine getting married without their presence! 

So Katie brought a little Italian inspiration to her vintage wedding and created a beautiful infusion of both styles! As these wonderful photographs by the talented Anda Marie showcase.

Both Katie and her mum have spent the last two years searching antique markets and websites for vintage finds like the apple creates. But the items I think are moss special are the the tablecloths and glass jars that were once her Great Grandma’s, salvaged years ago from her attic by Katie's mother. I am also delighted that they also tried to incorporate items from the orchard, like the raspberries in the lemonade or the various fruits in the jam favours.

Miller their dog almost stole the show as the ring bearer but Katie was the star, looking so beautiful in her pink wedding dress this day that is uniquely Katie! 

Wonderful long tables, very Italian family style dinning! 

Congratulations Katie and Ben!!!

vendors

photographer: Anda Marie // venue: Door Creek Orchard // wedding dress: BCBG Max Azria // shoes: Vera Wang Lavender // veil: Be Something New // groom’s suit + tie:  J.Crew // groom’s shoes: Cole Haan // dog bow tie + leash: Silly Buddy (on Etsy) // ring book: Allie Ruth (on Etsy) // flowers:Daffodil*Parker and Madison Farmer’s Market // hair: Alan Koa Salon // band: Baba Ghanooj // catering:Underground Food Collective // vintage table linens: great grandmother’s and Midwest Textiles // officiant: Reverend Marcia Boyer // day-of coordinator: Sunshine Daydream Events // invitations: Save the Date – sketched by the bride and designed by Orange 81 to design + print, booklet invitation: minted, wood print invites: Letterpunch Design on Zazzle

Veil or no veil

 

Should you wear a veil or not? There is no answer other than it is  completely up to you! The wearing of a veil is a long-standing Italian tradition, it dates back to ancient Romans. The veil is supposed to protect the bride from evil spirits, but you don’t have to follow this tradition if you don’t want to. Some brides just go with a really cool headpiece-check out our latest post for some inspiration on headpieces here:

Below is our guide to veil lengths, whatever length you choose, you can wear the veil back and away from your face or you can go for the most popular blusher-type veil. This conceals your face as you walk down the aisle and your groom will lift it when it comes to the time for the kiss. But remember: the color of the veil and its embellishments should match your wedding dress. So no champagne-colored veil with your ivory gown, please!

Birdcage veil

Photo courtesy of OK magazine

The birdcage veil has become the go-to for hip brides, so much so that it is becoming uber trendy.. Katherine Heigl looked beautiful in this birdcage veil that accentuated her couture Oscar de la Renta wedding gown.

Shoulder length veil

Audrey Hepburn in Funny face

If you are looking for something truly unique, the shoulder length veil is a serious contender.  Evoking 1950's era glamour and grace it is the perfect veil for a tea-length dress.

Elbow length veil

Longer veils have a traditional feel, and add elegance to any gown. The Elbow length veil is just on the border of traditional and flirty, classic and cute. 

Fingertip length veil

I just adore the way the light weaves its magic with this beautiful brides veil in Siena

The fingertip veil is the queen of tradition and versatility. It compliments any dress, and is a classic and beautiful staple for a bride.  It can fall anywhere between the wrists and a few inches below the fingertips. A fingertip length blusher creates a classic, traditional, and elegant veiled bride.

Knee length veil

The knee length is one I don't see very often, I think you have to be tall enough with the right style of dress to be able to pull it off.


Ballet or Waltz veil

This is a floor length veil that just barely brushes the floor. The style is very simple yet elegant, and looks stunning.


Chapel veil

This veil lends a very formal and classic bridal look. The chapel veil creates a very sweet and feminine look.


Cathedral veil

I adore this veil, this beautiful Australian bride wanted to bring something Spanish in to her wedding as her mother is Spanish and getting married in Italy was the perfect element for her Italian father!

 This veil is the queen of veils! I think this style works well with almost all body types and personal styles, given that all the elements are well balanced. A full-figured bride could seem elongated with this extended veil. A more petite bride could also look proportionally beautiful and not overwhelmed by the length of the veil, as long as she has the right gown with the right silhouette.

Basically the Cathedral veil is a show stopper!