Leap Year comes but once every four years. And Leap Day, February 29, is not a national holiday anywhere. But that doesn’t stop the special day from being a highly coveted date for marrying couples to set their weddings on! This is exactly what Erin and Jamel decided to do- Having a Wedding as unique and special as their relationship!
Their Wedding took place at the beautiful Norfolk Botanical Garden in Virginia on a magical beautiful day! What I truly loved about Erin’s Wedding Day photos were the tons of smiles that were clearly shown on everyone’s face! Everyone had such an amazing time, and this is exactly what is so touching about weddings.It truly reflects the happiness and love all around!
Now let us talk about Erin’s Custom Wedding Dress! Erin had a 3-in-1 custom wedding dress designed by Brides & Tailor! It has a short skirt ( Which we won’t show you now :) ), a long overlay ballgown skirt that can be easily worn above it , a removable belt and a removable jacket. Best part yet? Her custom wedding dress had pockets! Pockets are so trendy for 2020/2021, and we will be providing all brides with the option of adding pockets to all of their wedding gowns.So so classy!
Erin’s makeup was so simple and elegant, with beautiful curls that reflected true elegance!
The groom’s tux also reflected elegance and what I loved the most was the first “look” . I won’t give any more details. I will let the pictures speak on their own:)
Who could’ve thought that our planned Styled Shoot was indeed STILL going to take place despite the Snow Storm Advisory Warning in Michigan in January 2020? This Styled Shoot was published on Contemporary Weddings Magazine, and I’m so glad to finally be able to share some of the photos from this magical day on our website!
We all drove in the Snow Blizzard and Weather Advisory on January 18th,2020 because we had this beautiful Concept in mind. We wanted to show potential brides how gorgeous it is to have Winter-themed photos! Michigan is known for its long winter months and snowy days, but we’re not going to just wait for Spring and Summer to have a shoot. A Bride is beautiful in any season!:)
The colors for the shoot were a mix of Blue, Gold, Burgundy and White. They just mixed up so beautifully and contrasted with the snow all around.
Brides & Tailor created a special custom faux fur piece in Burgundy to match the overall theme and to contrast beautifully with the snow and the wedding dress. The Custom Wedding Dress by Brides & Tailor was a very simple yet elegant gown. It features lace on the bodice, intricate lace detailing at the back, and a flowy soft tulle skirt for the skirt. We are always trying to showcase different gown styles that a variety of brides would love! Needless to say, the bride looked awesome in it!
One of my favorite parts about this shoot were the 2 main characters – The bride and the Groom :) Rebecca and Beau are husband and wife, and we cannot deny that the chemistry between those 2 was just AMAZING. They seriously made the photographer’s and the videographer’s work effortless! They were goofy, spontaneous and full of life!
For the table, a navy velvet tablecloth was used, and beautiful golf flatware, gold chargers and candle holders were used. The chairs also had golden accents and it was the perfect addition. Our planners Britt and Megan created the perfect setup and added some candles in just a few minutes. Planners really do magic:) The florist created beautiful pops of burgundy color floral work mixed with greenery,white and earthy colors. The flowers were out of this world! One of the things I also loved the most was the beautiful sofa which was perfect to add some warmth and coziness to the outside cold. The small vintage table used for the cake and the flowers was also so cute! Did you know that it was pre-purposed from a sewing machine? It looked absolutely gorgeous with the setting! :)
The cake was also an outstanding part of the shoot. Our awesome cake artist Mackenzie created an edible cake which has beautifully-blended navy blue and gold colors. It was the perfect cake for the perfect theme!
The makeup of the bride was so trendy and the bold lipstick color really made the lips stand out. The hairstylist created an elegant braid which really suited Rebecca’s face. For the stationary, Elisa created beautiful stationary with printed florals which had burgundy, blue and earthy colors.
All of this shoot would have never been possible without the efforts of these vendors and without 2 awesome vendors who were able to make the shoot streamed to all the audience in pictures. Kai Davis is an amazing photographer who is capable of capturing images with such great detail and color. Her photography is so airy and real that it really blows my mind away. Our videographer,Mas Media, is also such a talented videographer. Throughout the shoot, he was running around with his video equipment and his drone,and needless to say, his video speaks for itself. I literally teared up when I watched it. So so sweet to see what a work of art he has created.
I know I have probably written so much about this shoot already, but it is indeed one of my most memorable ones! Now all you need to do is sit back and enjoy these photos and video from this magical day!
Brides & Tailor’s Pink/Coral Bridal Shoot took place on May 19th,2019 at Fox Hills Golf Club and Banquet Center in Plymouth,Michigan. Many professionals from the Detroit Metro Area have worked so hard to make this photoshoot successful!
The Special Bridal Gown was Sketched, Designed and Tailored by Brides & Tailor. It features gorgeous french lace details with hand-beading on top to give a soft yet elegant look. The skirt has subtle bling which lightens up at night!
The colors that we wanted for this styled shoot were varying degrees of pink and coral.After all, living coral is one of the major hit colors of 2019, and the mix of pink and coral just makes the atmosphere fully vibrant.
From the cake,stationary, bouquet, table centerpieces/florals, floral arch and even the linen, the colors were beautifully mixed together to create the colorful vibe we wanted.
So sit back, relax, and enjoy these lovely photos! All credits are mentioned at the bottom of this post.
I absolutely love my dress. Its everything I wanted. The fit was absolutely perfect and doesn't need alterations, which was...read moreI absolutely love my dress. Its everything I wanted. The fit was absolutely perfect and doesn't need alterations, which was a complete shock. I thought every dress needs at least something done. This dress is going to make my dream day even better!read less
Riot
5/23/2020
As a videographer I have worked with Brides and Tailor multiple times and I can tell you the brides all...read moreAs a videographer I have worked with Brides and Tailor multiple times and I can tell you the brides all love their dresses! And Manal is so easy to work with!read less
Mas Mizobuchi
7/17/2020
Ladies, do not hesitate on ordering a gown from Manal!! I'm a pear shape and she disguised my tummy and...read moreLadies, do not hesitate on ordering a gown from Manal!! I'm a pear shape and she disguised my tummy and snatched my waist. I also wasn't sure about bling so she added a removable belt which was so smart, so that I'm able to wear it over the dress or over the overskirt as I see fit! In stores a custom made dress, drop veil, belt, bolero, and overskirt in my rushed time would have been five times the price. You can't beat it! Communicate the dress of your dreams to Manal and she will build it for what you would have paid for a high end David's Bridal gown. Go to a professional tailor with the info she sends you about measurements and get them to do it. She follows them perfectly and your dress will fit exactly!! Will add photos in March after my leap year wedding, it came today and I'm overwhelmed with how perfect this is.read less
Erin
1/27/2020
I recently had the pleasure of working with Manal on a styled shoot. She is beyond kind and organized which...read moreI recently had the pleasure of working with Manal on a styled shoot. She is beyond kind and organized which I appreciate! The gowns she created for the bride and bridesmaids were just incredible! Her work is impeccable! I highly recommend Brides and Tailor! I wish I would have known about her when I was married!read less
Robbin Kujus
7/17/2020
After trying on so many dresses, I was so frustrated. To me, what I wanted was so simple but no...read moreAfter trying on so many dresses, I was so frustrated. To me, what I wanted was so simple but no one made it because it was considered “not traditional.” I looked in my city at custom gowns and they wanted thousands! That’s where brides and tailor came in. They helped put to paper what I had in my mind. They kept me updated throughout the process, kept prices fair and when my dress was delivered this week, I felt pure joy!! Manal was a gem to work with and I will definitely be referring anyone I know getting married to brides and tailor! What a great experience!read less
Kelli Nuttbrock
3/27/2020
Im not going to upload a photo of my dress *yet*
It was a nice surprise having it delivered directly...read moreIm not going to upload a photo of my dress *yet*
It was a nice surprise having it delivered directly to my door step! I got a custom dress bag that contained my beautiful gown. I tried it on just for a sec, it was enchanting. I felt like royalty! The fit is great, you really don't have to worry, Manal and her team will make it right and make you happy!read less
Panda
5/27/2020
It was a pleasure from start to finish to work with Manal on designing my dream dress! I had sent...read moreIt was a pleasure from start to finish to work with Manal on designing my dream dress! I had sent her 3 separate dresses and asked her to combine them all into my dream dress.. but in black! I never had luck finding a black dress that looked bridal... until I met Manal! She put together exactly what I was imagining in my head and it’s made perfectly! She was super sweet, helpful, and very responsive. She made the fear of ordering a wedding dress online completely disappear. The turnaround was insanely fast as well. Prices were extremely reasonable given you’re getting a handmade, one of a kind custom dress. I couldn’t be happier with the quality of the customer service and dress I received. I will definitely be recommending Brides and Tailor to everyone looking for a wedding dress! I will update the review with pictures once I say I do!read less
Brynne Verbel
8/06/2020
After trying on countless wedding gowns, I knew what I wanted just did not exist and that I needed to...read moreAfter trying on countless wedding gowns, I knew what I wanted just did not exist and that I needed to design my own gown if I wanted to be truly satisfied. I started working with Manal on my dream wedding gown about a year ago. I was a little apprehensive about having a gown made from states away from me but Manal ensured me I would be a part of the process every step of the way, and I was! Manal was patient, knowledgeable and accommodating. She helped my dream wedding gown become a reality. From Sketch to shipping the process was nothing short of perfect. The gown is more beautiful than I could've ever imagined. It would be difficult if not impossible to find better quality or value than Brides & Tailor.read less
Alicia Richardson
2/07/2020
Words cannot express how great my experience with Manal and her team has been. For a year now she’s been...read moreWords cannot express how great my experience with Manal and her team has been. For a year now she’s been answering my questions and helping my make my final decision. The actual dress is more beautiful than anything I could have hoped for! If you’re looking for great customer service and a one of a kind dress you must work with Manal! Through every step of the way she is there supporting and encouraging you!read less
Ashley Swarthout
7/17/2020
It was a pleasure from start to finish to work with Manal on designing my dream dress! I had sent...read moreIt was a pleasure from start to finish to work with Manal on designing my dream dress! I had sent her 3 separate dresses and asked her to combine them all into my dream dress.. but in black! I never had luck finding a black dress that looked bridal... until I met Manal! She put together exactly what I was imagining in my head and it’s made perfectly! She was super sweet, helpful, and very responsive. She made the fear of ordering a wedding dress online completely disappear. The turnaround was insanely fast as well. Prices were extremely reasonable given you’re getting a handmade, one of a kind custom dress. I couldn’t be happier with the quality of the customer service and dress I received. I will definitely be recommending Brides and Tailor to everyone looking for a wedding dress! I will update the review with pictures once I say I do!read less
Brynne Verbel
8/06/2020
Every time I see a new post from Brides & Tailor, I’m always so excited to see one her new...read moreEvery time I see a new post from Brides & Tailor, I’m always so excited to see one her new designs. Manal is able to create classic and elegant designs or something edgy, contemporary and bold.Who says all wedding dresses need to be white? The last time I worked with her, she had created a gorgeous black dress that was understated and elegant.Don’t hesitate to reach out to her and create your ideal vision of your wedding dress!read less
Black Tie White Dress Productions, LLC
7/17/2020
Manal has been super sweet and helpful throughout the entire process! Great communication and very thorough in her explanations/answers to...read moreManal has been super sweet and helpful throughout the entire process! Great communication and very thorough in her explanations/answers to my questions. She mixed together 3 different style dresses for me and the sketch came out exactly how I envisioned! Can’t wait to get it started. Definitely recommended!!read less
Brynne
3/26/2020
Manal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so...read moreManal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so painstakingly easy!! I was supposed to get married on Halloween (Covid ruining everything), so I didn’t want a traditional white dress and let me tell you it was SO difficult finding a dress I almost gave up the idea of the non-traditional route. But then I found my saving grace, Manal thank you so so much! She paid attention to all the little details I asked for, gave me so many options of fabric colors, lace appliqués, beadings, etc! Also they made me a matching veil for FREE!! Such a sweet little surprise and you can’t beat that for the price! If you are having trouble finding THE dress, look no further and create your own beautiful gown 💕read less
Justine Harper
7/17/2020
I’ve had a couple opportunities to work with Manal. She is the creative mastermind behind all these BEAUTIFUL gowns you...read moreI’ve had a couple opportunities to work with Manal. She is the creative mastermind behind all these BEAUTIFUL gowns you see. Her superior expertise and attention to the finest detail can be seen in her works of art. If you’re dreaming of a custom gown but can’t quite conceptualize your idea, Manal will sketch it for you and make sure it fits to compliment your body type. Brides & Tailor is my go-to for reverting couples that are searching for traditional to contemporary styles and everything else in between!read less
Donna Apple
7/17/2020
Manal has been great with my back and forth questions and I LOVE the sketch they did for my wedding...read moreManal has been great with my back and forth questions and I LOVE the sketch they did for my wedding dress. I cannot wait for the actual dress to arrive!read less
elise
2/17/2020
Manal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so...read moreManal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so painstakingly easy!! I was supposed to get married on Halloween (Covid ruining everything), so I didn’t want a traditional white dress and let me tell you it was SO difficult finding a dress I almost gave up the idea of the non-traditional route. But then I found my saving grace, Manal thank you so so much! She paid attention to all the little details I asked for, gave me so many options of fabric colors, lace appliqués, beadings, etc! Also they made me a matching veil for FREE!! Such a sweet little surprise and you can’t beat that for the price! If you are having trouble finding THE dress, look no further and create your own beautiful gown 💕read less
harperje3
7/17/2020
The sketch was very pretty. She did it twice as there was not a clear understanding for the first sketch,...read moreThe sketch was very pretty. She did it twice as there was not a clear understanding for the first sketch, whether my fault or her fault, she made it right. I ultimately did not have the dress made because I was quoted a higher price for a plus size gown and she stated the higher price was for the extra material. Of course, charging more for a size 18 or 20 because of extra material would make more sense if the sizes 0s, 2s or 4s were given discounts, which I'm sure they aren't. It all evens out. It's just one more burden for a plus size bride. Gowns available for purchase whether a 4 or 24 or even larger all are the same fee. The price for my gown was quoted higher than more intricate gowns on her site. I do love her work and clearly she has beautiful gowns so I am disappointed I was unable to purchase from her.read less
Lori
8/01/2020
I’ve worked with Brides & Tailor on multiple occasions and have had only amazing experiences with them! Not only have...read moreI’ve worked with Brides & Tailor on multiple occasions and have had only amazing experiences with them! Not only have I seen some of the most beautiful gowns ever but, Manal is a true professional and her attention to detail is simply unmatched.read less
normsi
7/17/2020
A few months ago, I fell head over heels for a dress that was no longer being made - after...read moreA few months ago, I fell head over heels for a dress that was no longer being made - after searching and searching for other similar options, I decided that I would never get the dress out of my mind and that I needed it to be custom made...that's when I came across Brides & Tailor...and let me tell you, it was by far the best custom experience I've ever had. I was assured that the dress would be made on time (and in fact, it came early!) and that they would do everything in their power to create something beautiful...and wow, is it beautiful! Working with Manal was a breeze and her communication was out of this world. The dress fits like a glove and the details are exquisite. I could not recommend Brides & Tailor enough!read less
Alison James
4/07/2020
The sketches were lovely, and the process was great. Very easy to work with the contact to create a custom...read moreThe sketches were lovely, and the process was great. Very easy to work with the contact to create a custom dress design!read less
