Weddings Florida Winter/ Spring 2010 fashion spread is a stunning collection of romantic embellishments such as floral embroidery, organza tiered ribbon, and exquisite beading give these gowns a hint of ancient sophistication. Yet the designs are modern and elegant with unique details, perfect for the bride of today. The collection was put together by Camille Russler, owner of Ever After Miami. To see more of our fashion spread, please send us a request to purchase a copy of WEDDINGS FLORIDA MAGAZINE.
Shown above: Designer: Oscar de la Renta. An ivory silk razmir strapless gown with ruffle detail. $8,490. Ribbon tie belt by Oscar de la Renta. $990. Headband by Victoria Headpieces. $500. Earrings by Maria Elena. $600. EVER AFTER MIAMI,
www.everaftermiami.com.
December 27, 2009
Miami Fashion Spread
2010 Weddings Florida Cover Model Valerie White
The beautiful model who graced our 2010 Winter/ Spring issue and modeled the romantic wedding gowns for our fashion spread is Valerie White. Valerie is originally from Atlanta, GA and now resides in New York and Miami. She has been in the fashion industry since she was 16 years old which has given her the opportunity to travel to Singapore, Germany, Italy, Greece, Mexico and the Bahamas. Valerie is currently working with Ford Models in Miami and has worked for designers Zac Posen, Chanel, Escada, Naeem Khan, Micheal Kors, and Catherine Malandrino and companies such as Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, Macy’s, Nordstroms,and Lucky Lingerie. Print work has included Atlanta Sports & Fitness Magazine, Gulf Stream Mag, Toni & Guy Hairdressing, Charleston Weddings, Paul Mitchell, Tangs Lingerie, HSBC Credit Card, Wal-Mart, Creative Electionics, Southern Boating, Everything But Water Swimwear, and Lian Carlo. Photo by Troy Plota.
August 18, 2009
Your Wedding is a big deal!… And so is this video company
When searching for a video company to produce a video for our fashion show in the Naples/ Fort Myers area, I had a difficult time finding one that would follow through and meet our expectations. I suddenly understood some of the frustrations brides and their families must experience when trying to plan a long distance wedding. I finally discovered a video company that was not only easy to work with, but more than willing to meet our expectations. It was fate. WE AT WEDDINGS FLORIDA COULD NOT BE MORE HAPPY WITH THE YOUTUBE VIDEO they produced for us. Thank you AMC Video Productions.
Weddings Florida Staff
www.amcvideo.com
August 8, 2009
WEDDINGS FLORIDA FASHION SHOW
Our fashion show at the West Bay Beach and Golf Club in Estero, Florida, was a great success. Everyone was commenting on how beautiful the dresses were. Thanks to all of our amazing vendors for their hard work. ENJOY THE VIDEO ON YOUTUBE!
Weddings Florida Magazine Fashion Show
June 15, 2009
Beauty Tip
Perfect for your wedding day, makeup airbrush artistry that lasts up to twelve hours. Used by professionals for high definition photography and video. Wedding photographers today use high definition cameras. Airbrush makeup can help hide your flaws. Lasts up to ten hours.
www.makingfacesbyandrea.com
May 31, 2009
Style Watch
Designers to Watch: Badgley Mischka
Badgley Mischka consists of not only one designer, but two. Badgley Mischka is comprised of two New York designers, Mark Badgley and James Mischka.
Mark Badgley and James Mischka, are famous for their attention to detail and simple, elegant dresses.
Pictured is a slip mermaid dress of pearl silk chiffon over blush silk charmeuse features Chantilly lace with hand embroidered insets. $7250. MALINDY ELENE, www.malindyelene.com. See the entire collection at www.badgleymischkabride.com
May 28, 2009
Special Vendor Highlight
This husband and wife photography team will give your wedding photos an artistic look, unlike any other.
Astrid & Rene Photography, Naples
www.astridandrene.com
Astrid & Rene Photography
The perfect bridal slippers for your first dance
Nobody loves shoes more than us, but when you’re halfway through your reception and your feet start killing you, we too feel your pain. While some brides opt for flip-flops to change into when they can’t take their bridal heels anymore, we at Weddings Florida wondered if there might be a more elegant way of relieving your soles.
And there is.
You will feel like Cinderella in these handcrafted bridal slippers from Gattle’s Lingerie in Naples. Available in leather and satin (sorry, no glass slippers!) you will feel like a princess in comfort and glamour.
Gattle’s Lingerie, Naples
239-643-3186
May 27, 2009
Honeymoon and Wedding Destination: The Island of St. Lucia, West Indies
We featured LeSPORT in our Fall/Winter issue, but it was recently that I was privileged to experience this resort first hand. The experience was one of the best I have ever had anywhere in the Caribbean. Our stay included a stress free all-inclusive experience. Your food, drinks, activities and daily massages are all included. There was so much to do at the resort that we had a hard time leaving to see the island.
Sailing, water skiing and fitness classes all day long, and scuba diving at night. The resort is boutique style, with charming remodeled rooms and the friendliest staff.
Weddings Florida highly recommends The Body Holiday, LeSPORT for a quality honeymoon or wedding destination.
Travel Editor,
Weddings Florida
May 5, 2009
We have a winner!
Congratulations to the winner of our Romantic Spa Weekend Getaway for Two, Elizabeth Vasquez of Tampa!
Elizabeth will be getting married on 11/14/2009. Her and her fiancé will enjoy 3 days and 2 nights hotel accommodations, including dinner for two at Watercolour Steakhouse & Grille, and two individual spa services in Antonio’s Salon and Day Spa.
Sponsored by Florida Gulf Coast Weddings Magazine and the Marriott Suites in Clearwater Beach on Sandkey.