5 of Our Fave Fairy Tale Ball Gowns… With a Twist

We all want to look like a princess on THE big day, but channeling your inner Cinderella doesn’t have to mean saying “goodbye” to that sassy side your special someone fell in love with. Take it from Morilee Madeline Gardner – you can definitely have both. Think fabulous ball gowns that are one part traditional, one part modern and all parts romantic. Check out five of our faves (with a twist!) below.

THE MATILDA WEDDING DRESS

There’s a reason that Madeline Gardner is known as the “Queen of the Ball Gown” and it’s because of pretty little numbers like the Matilda. From the crystal beaded floral embroidery to the illusion bodice to the tulle skirt, this one’s an absolute stunner.

THE MARCIA WEDDING DRESS

We’re true believers that a little touch of lace can make any moment that much more romantic and the Marcia gown from Morilee Madeline Gardner is proving that theory… and then some. Think crystal beaded Alencon Lace, a horsehair trimmed flounced skirt and covered buttons. It’s the definition of fairy tale… with a contemporary flair.

THE MARIGOLD WEDDING DRESS

Hello, dreamy, dreamy ball gown. This gorgeous stunner from Morilee Madeline Gardner (also known as the Marigold) is basically straight from a Disney movie. It’s beaded embroidered appliquŽés meets tulle over sparkle net meets a Diamanté waistband that will show off those curves beautifully. We love.

THE MARISSA WEDDING DRESS

Pairing an ultra-flattering top with a flounced skirt is the sure fire way to leave all of your guests talking and when it comes to the Marissa gown from Morilee Madeline Gardner, it’s also one of the prettiest ways ever to say “I do”. Think a little bit classic with a whole lot of romantic layers and you are sooo on the right track.

THE MARILYN WEDDING DRESS

The Marilyn is the sort of gown that doesn’t need an explanation. From the frosted, embroidered lace bodice to the crystal beaded straps to the beautiful layered skirt to that back, it all comes together to make one serious stunning statement. Oh, and that belt? It’s Morilee Madeline Gardner perfection.

Ready to find that ball gown of your dreams? Head to Morilee Madeline Gardner today to check out their stunning #DressComeTrue collection with gowns that are the definition of luxurious with a modern twist. You’re going to look amazing. We promise.

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This Just Might Be the Prettiest Ceremony Spot You’ll Ever Lay Eyes On

If ever there were a wedding that we’d want to live inside, it would definitely be this one. We’re talking ocean views, dream locale and a vacation turned wedding celebration in Phuket, Thailand. And just wait until you peek at the ceremony spot. Held on a rooftop overlooking all the gorgeousness of Phuket and made even prettier at the hands of IAMFLOWER, The Bridal Planner Thailand and Vasia Photography, pore through a wedding that puts the dreamy in destination.

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Krystle & Coby got married in Phuket, Thailand at the incredible Sri Panwa. Their ceremony felt as if it was above the clouds, held on a rooftop with views of the water and landscape surrounding them as they said their vows. Every detail of this wedding was impeccably thought out by the bride, from the traditional tea ceremony to the dancing outdoors to a firework display. 

Photography: Vasia Photography | Flowers: IAMFLOWER | Gown: Ines Di Santo | Makeup: Jolyjo | Hair: Alex Andul | Calligraphy: Written Word Calligraphy | Wedding Venue: Sri Panwa | Photo Lab: Richard Photo Lab | Planning : The Bridal Planner Thailand

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Vintage Meets Modern in this ’20s Inspired Wedding

Designed around the idea of “vintage nostalgia with a modern spin”, Emily and Patrick’s wedding day deserves a style category all its own. Think Southern elegance with a touch of roaring ’20s glam, and bold black and white stripes for a modern punch. Graham Terhune worked his magic behind the camera and we have the entire affair right at your fingertips.

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From the Bride & Groom… Emily and Patrick met on Labor Day weekend of 2014; ten days after Patrick had moved to Raleigh for a job in the tech industry. A mutual friend was in town, and so over cheerwine and brownies in Emily’s sister’s kitchen, sparks began to fly. Emily, an illustrator and owner of Emily Brooks Designs, accepted Patrick’s request for a tour of Raleigh after he had seen a recent map she had drawn for a local magazine. Two days later, they went on their first date at Poole’s Diner, which they would recreate a year and a half later for their engagement photos. Patrick popped the question the day before Thanksgiving before they were to drive up to Virginia to celebrate the holiday with his family.

When planning for the wedding, they knew they wanted to incorporate their loves for their home states in the details. The Save the Date was the first nod to this – a watercolor of Virginia and North Carolina, with the star over both the groom’s hometown of Salem and the bride’s hometown of Raleigh. The color palette for the wedding was pulled from a textile project Emily had created while in New York based on a Vermeer painting. The rich hunter green was paired with a light blush pink, along with the accents of black, white, and gold. Both the ceremony, held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, and the reception, held at the North Carolina Museum of Art were blank canvases, as both are mostly a brilliant white; both inside and out. Patrick and Emily loved both traditional and modern spaces, so these two venues were a perfect melding of worlds. Their love for vintage nostalgia with a modern spin was expressed through the bride’s Jenny Packham dress, which fit Emily’s desire to have a 1920’s era feeling gown.

She had always loved her great grandmother’s look on her wedding day; especially her grand bouquet with tiny flowers tied into rich cream colored streamers flowing to the ground. Her florist was able to recreate a vintage airy garden bouquet with roses, hypericum berries, lisianthus, tuberoses, chocolate Queen Ann’s lace, and trailing vines of jasmine and passion flower. Patrick wore a peak lapel tuxedo and Res Ipsa black suede formal loafers. The nod to a vintage feel also extended into the traditional silhouette portraits of the two of them; the original print was matted and signed by guests, and was also seen on some of their wedding weekend paper goods.

Emily’s calligraphy was seen throughout the details; from the invitation suite to the ceremony programs, to the reception signage. She also created a map of Raleigh that was put in boxes for guests, that were filled with sweet and savory snacks from North Carolina and Virginia. The map was also put into use through the mobile app that Patrick created for guests, with a wedding weekend schedule and places to check out in Raleigh. To bring in more of a cabana feel to the reception, monstera leaves, palms, black and white striped runners, and white paper lanterns were used throughout the indoor and outdoor spaces.

Photography: Graham Terhune Photography | Wedding Dress: Jenny Packham | Cake: Cinda's Creative Cakes | Invitations: Emily Brooks Designs | Ceremony Venue: Holy Trinity Anglican Church | Reception Venue: North Carolina Museum Of Art | Catering: North Carolina Museum Of Art | Makeup: Onloktion Makeup Artistry | Band: EastCoast Entertainment | Ceremony Flowers: Artfully Arranged | Photography - Assistance: Sarah Der Photography | Reception Flowers: Watered Garden Florist

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