VINTAGE MEETS MODERN
January 4, 2012 at 11:47 pm | the dish | No comment
What a perfect way to ring in the new year, having our La Sposa Dalmacia dress featured in this fabulous styled shoot on the COUTUREcolorado blog! Thanks to all the amazing vendors that organized and included us in this photo shoot, it turned out beautifully!
Bride’s Dress: Blue Bridal {LISTmember} by La Sposa Dalmacia
Floral: Fleur Décor {LISTmember}
Hair and Makeup: Natosha Cooke Makeup Artistry {LISTmember} and Brandice Boss – Independent Stylist
Cupcakes: Yours Truly Cupcake {LISTmember}
Styling: A Vintage Affair Rentals
Photographer: Laura Murray Photography
Cake: Flour Face Cakes
Models: Asa Dyer – groom (Whilemena Denver),Yana Jones – bride (Donna Baldwin), Stephanie Bryer – bridesmaid, Elena Kozarcanin – bridesmaid
Bridesmaids Dresses: Marie James Denver
Calligrapher: Christi Johnson {email-cjcalligraphy@yahoo.com}
Planner: Pink Champagne Events
Cinematography: Elevation Events
Stationery: Fleur de Lis (a paperie)
Groomswear: Ted’s Clothiers
Venue: Space Gallery – Denver, Colorado
TOP TEN 2011
December 31, 2011 at 9:41 pm | the dish | No comment
With 2011 coming to a close, we thought it would be fun to revisit some of our favorite events from the past year. Here is just a small list of some of the moments we wanted to remember:
When we decided to do our first annual gown giveaway last January, we knew it was going to be fun, but we had no idea how much fun it would be! Our winner Jodi, still stops by the shop on occasion just to say hi and thank us for giving her the opportunity to win her dress! We think we had just as much fun, if not more, calling Jodi to let her know the good news! Here’s a pic of the gorgeous Mrs. Jodi on her wedding day!
How could we forget our simply todiefor photo shoot with Steve Stanton Photography. We are still trying to get over the breathtaking elegance captured on this shoot, showcasing some of our absolute fave Tara Keely gowns! This one may just be our favorite photo shoot of all time.
Here is Emily, our bride who came in to be a model-for-a-day! After she ordered her dress, we called her up and invited her to leave her day job and join us for a photo shoot showcasing some of our newest gowns for 2011! We had a blast working with Laura Murray Photography, and our gorgeous La Sposa gowns! Emily ordered a La Sposa gown, but we can’t tell you which one! You will be able to see her actual wedding photos soon, but you can bet she will be just as gorgeous in her own gown. Thanks Emily!!
The fave photo of a Tara Keely gown, taken by Kelli Hunt Photography at Estes Park. This photo really showcases the gorgeous backdrop that Colorado brides are so lucky to have! Not to mention, we still can’t get over how cute that little umbrella is!
We were so honored to be included in the first issue of Aspen Bride Magazine! Here is just a peek, but you can read the rest of the article in the “buzz” section of our website. Photo by adam & imthiaz photography.
A stunning fall-inspired weekend photo shoot, with the talented duo adam & imthiaz photography!
Meeting our favorite new designer for 2012 was definitely a moment to remember. Here is a picture from bridal fashion week when we met Miss Hayley Paige for the first time during the unveiling of her collection! We are so proud to be the exclusive retailer for Hayley Paige in Colorado. We had so much fun when she joined us in Denver for our first Hayley Paige trunk show, and we can’t wait until she can come back again for future shows! We love you Hayley!!!
Best photo shoot by an intern! This styled photo shoot was organized from top to bottom by our lovely intern Alex, and boy were we sad to see her go…come back Alex! Alex is back in Oklahoma now working as a buyer, but luckily we still have these photo shoot memories!
Gown: Rivini “Azalia” $4,445 Ivory
Shoes: Benjamin Adams “Charlize” Swarovski Crystal peep-toe platform $375
Headpiece: Bride’s Head Revisited “105c” crystal and pearl comb $150
Photographer: Angie Wilson
Model: Victoria at Wilhelmina Denver
Hairstyling: Hilary Hackney Hilahac2000@gmail.com
Makeup: makeup by janine
Bridal Bouquet: Bella Fiori Events
What a fun, whimsical photo from adam & imthiaz photography! We love how they always seem to capture those unexpected shots, and yet still showcase the gown and the bride perfectly!
Finally, we can’t forget our Style Me Pretty feature!!! Featuring gowns by Pronovias and Tara Keely by Lazaro and accessories by local designer Sara Gabriel, we love how it all came together.
Photography: Laura Murray Photography / Flowers + Event Design: Pink Posey Design / Location: Villa Parker Cultural & Event Center / Invitations: Dear Emma / Hair + Make-up: Aphrodite Affairs / Wedding Dress: Courtesy of Blue Bridal Boutique / Linens: Event Rents Denver / Wedding Cake: Kelley Kakes
HAPPY 2012!!!
LA SPOSA 2012!
December 7, 2011 at 6:29 pm | the dish | No comment
Our 2012 La Sposa bridal gowns have arrived just in time for our La Sposa trunk show this weekend! Come in this weekend, fall in love with La Sposa, and save 10% on your bridal gown! Here are just a few of our favorite new styles from one of our most popular designers:
DREAMY BOULDER CEREMONY
October 12, 2011 at 4:40 pm | the dish | No comment
Check out one of our bride’s who was recently featured on the Colorado Weddings Magazine Blog, wearing a gorgeous La Sposa gown! Congratulations Janis and Matt!!
Photography by Julie Harris Photography
From the bride:
The ceremony was the highlight of the whole wedding. It was an absolute dream to marry the love of my life. I had waited for so long to meet this person and I couldn’t believe that the actual day was here. Everything just felt perfect. A big part of me honestly didn’t even really care if all of the details were in place just as long as Matt and I were there together, getting married. It was definitely the best day of my life.
From the Groom:
We both are really faithful Catholics and it was important for us to have this reality be made as visible as possible in our wedding. The beauty of our traditional Catholic wedding brought the richness and depth of our commitment to each other in light of our faith. The formality and spirituality of the day reflected the depth of our love for each other.
We were both crying off and on through the wedding and it just made it that much more beautiful.
I wore red shoes for the ceremony and blue shoes for the reception.
I absolutely loved our limo. It was so classy and fun. We also had a little Rolls Royce car pick us up at the end of the night. They gave us champagne and played old music and drove us around town. This was one of our favorite parts of the night. If we could go back, we would of had them drive us around for another hour.
FAVORITE DETAIL
I chose gardenias for the main flower in my bouquet because they are my Mom’s favorite flower. They were so beautiful and smelled so incredible that I couldn’t stop smelling them all day. Their fragrance permeated the day. Now, I will forever be transported to our wedding when I smell a gardenia. I highly recommend picking something like this that will trigger an associative response to the beautiful memory.
RECOMMENDED VENDORS
Photographer: Julie Harris – (definitely 5 +++ star!) Julie was absolutely phenomenal! She was one of the best parts about our wedding. She is just such a fun and easy person to be around. I can’t imagine our wedding without Julie! // Ceremony Site: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church // Venue & Food: The Stadium Club at the Folsom Field on CU Campus // Wedding Gown: La Sposa purchased from Blue Bridal Boutique. I would highly recommend Blue Bridal Boutique. They are incredible! // Bridesmaid dresses: Aria dress // Groom’s suit: Men’s Wearhouse // Florist: Boulder Blooms // Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas // Transportation: The Ambassador’s Rolls //
PHOTO FAVES!
May 25, 2011 at 6:04 pm | the dish | No comment
We are going to be celebrating our second anniversary in the next few months, so we thought it would be fun to revisit some of our favorite photo shoots from the last couple of years. We have had the chance to work with so many talented people, it doesn’t seem fair to only show the pictures once! Ahh, memories. Here are just a few of our faves:
{An impromptu shot taken by Adam Houseman as the models take the escalator, getting ready for our very first fashion show at Blue!}
{One of our brides, Emily, came back to play dress-up after finding her own bridal gown at Blue by the same designer! Photo by Laura Murray, gowns by La Sposa, and birdcage veil by Bride’s Head Revisited.}
{A styled shoot by Kelli Hunt Photography in Estes Park featuring a Tara Keely by Lazaro bridal gown and Benjamin Adams bridal shoes.}
{Styled shoot at the Manor House by photographer Dawn Sparks, featuring a gown by Aire Barcelona and accessories by Bride’s Head Revisited.}
{One of our all-time favorite shoots featuring a Tara Keely by Lazaro bridal gown in black! Photos by Adam & Imthiaz Photography.}
BRIDAL FASHION WEEK: PRONOVIAS
April 14, 2011 at 7:46 pm | the dish | No comment
While the Barcelona based designs from La Sposa and Pronovias never disappoint us, we are thrilled with the 2012 collections! As always, they have gorgeous romantic lace and traditional silhouettes, but they continued to push the envelope with their ever-changing textured fabrics and delicate necklines. We are loving the fitted and semi-sheer corseted tops with dramatic and whimsical contemporary skirts, and can’t wait to see the rest of the collection when it debuts in Spain in May. Here are just a few of our favorites from the new collection! Stay tuned for details on the upcoming trunk shows which we will have from both designers in the next few months!
THE MANOR HOUSE
March 27, 2011 at 10:13 pm | the dish | No comment
We recently participated in a styled photo shoot at The Manor House with Dawn Sparks Photography. The gowns shown are by Aire Barcenlona {Nazaret $1,475} and La Sposa {Danza $2,106} and the headpiece by Bride’s Head Revisted {Style 654 $250.}
Photographer: Dawn Sparks Photography
Venue: The Manor House
Tuxes: Ted’s Clothiers
Floral: Cori Cook
Cakes: The Bundt Shoppe
Models: Oksana and Ryan
DRESS SPOTLIGHT
February 15, 2011 at 5:05 pm | the dish | No comment
TOP TEN 2010
December 31, 2010 at 11:08 pm | the dish | No comment
With the year coming to a close, we thought it would be the perfect time to revisit some of our favorites from the past year. From our favorite gowns and trends, to our favorite photo shoots, here is our top ten list from 2010:
Here is one of our all time favorite photos by adam & imthiaz photographers. This gorgeous La Sposa gown was worn by our bridal stylist, Desiree, on the bar at Coyote Ugly! Props to both Desiree and a&i for capturing such a fun and funky shot!
Blue Bridal’s signature “something blue” statement piece…blue shoes!
Our favorite contemporary detail in 2010…peacock! We still can’t get enough! Thankfully there are so many crafty folks out there with the same obsession that we were able to quench our lust for this playful and vibrant feather phenomenon! We are thrilled to be getting in some peacock hair accessories by local designer, Sara Gabriel in 2011!
Our all time favorite photo from 2010 is definitely this shot of the Tara Keely by Lazaro finale dress in black. Genius gown, genius photo. {photo by adam & imthiaz photography}
Our Marie Antoinette inspired photo shoot featured the Tara Keely by Lazaro gown as seen in the little black dress photo shoot, but pictured here in ivory with the coordinating bolero. {photo by adam & imthiaz photography}
The La Sposa “Linda” gown as seen on the Style Me Pretty blog. Kitschy and classic, love.
Best. Cupcakes. Ever. The lovelies at Intricate Icings (as seen on the Food Network) dazzled us with this gorgeous cake adorned with our logo along with our signature colors. This is a photo from one of our favorite trunk shows this year, when we were able to sample their yummy cake pops as well as their best selling zucchini lime cupcakes with lemon curd and cream cheese icing…yum!! We all gained a pound or two that night from all the goodies, but it was soo worth it!
Hands-down our favorite pair of shoes. These Swarovski crystal beauties are like the ruby slippers we always wanted, but could never have. Retailing for $375 and $360, with duchesse silk and scattered Swarovski crystals, they are an investment. But if you ask us, it’s a small price to pay to bring a fairy tale to life, especially on a day that is supposed to be like your own personal fairy tale! {photo by laura murray photography}
One of the most exciting things we get to do each season is pack our bags and head to market in NYC to see the latest and greatest from our favorite designers. This year was no different, we had a blast! The gowns pictured below are from the Tara Keely by Lazaro trunk show.
Our biggest thrill in 2010 was definitely moving into our new space in the Pavilions downtown. With quadruple the space and six additional fitting rooms, it was a huge move and we couldn’t be happier we took the leap! Thanks to all of our lovely brides and our amazing designers for being the biggest and best part of our fantastic year! Cheers to an even better year in 2011! {photo by adam & imthiaz photography}
