Ok you guys, this is one of our all time favorite elopements to date (I know, I know, we say that all the time)! We have been dreaming of working with Ashley (Ash Bilo Photography) for months and unfortunately, our previous projects had to be cancelled due to the Safer at Home order. So we were ecstatic when we Ashley had a vision for our black Bennett gown in the red rock formations in Moab, Utah.
& let us tell you, the images we received back DID NOT DISAPPOINT. An adventurous elopement, black wedding dress, sweet couple, and badass photographer, what more could you ask for?! If these images don’t have you ready to pack your dress in a suitcase and head west, we don’t know what will!
Photographer: Ash Bilo Photography
Gown: Bennett by Tara LaTour from Strike Bridal Bar
Villa Terrace + Strelitzia Gown
This may have been one of the simpler styled shoots we have participated in, but what we love about it is that it is ALL ABOUT THE DRESS! No overly complicated backdrops or props to distract away from just a stunning bride and her gown. We have been obsessing over our Strelitzia gown since the moment we laid eyes on her and were so exciting to show her off in this bridal portrait shoot. I mean, how fun are those sleeves?! This collaboration of vendors did an incredible job of making Serena a picturesque bride, we hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
Photographer: Joanna Photography MKE
Gown: Strelitzia by Alena Leena from Strike Bridal Bar
Accessories: Bavlnka Brand
Hair: Color by Lindsey May
Lashes: Eye Candy MKE
Nails: Nail Bar MKE
Model: Serena
Bridal Portraits + Belmont and Dicentra Gowns
Ok so let’s talk community over competition! This is a phrase thrown around often these days and one we really take really seriously. We love supporting other small local businesses and working to promote one another. & of course, we adore working with other extremely talented Wisconsin wedding vendors and believe some absolute magic happens when we work together. Some of our all time favorite images come from creative collaborations like this one.
For this styled shoot, we teamed up with several friendors to create some stunning bridal portraits. Milwaukee Flower Company’s owner, Sally, had a vision for this shoot and really ran with it. Her elaborate flower wall was absolutely breathtaking and felt so lucky to have our gowns photographed in front of it. Make sure you check out all the talented vendors involved and enjoy!
Photographers: Autumn Silva Photography + Stephanie Sanchez
Gowns: Dicentra by Alena Leena + Belmont by Sarah Seven from Strike Bridal Bar
Hair: Atelier Barbershop and Salon
Makeup: Makeup by Jacquee
Floral: Milwaukee Flower Co.
Jewelry: Paloma Wilder
Nails: LeJé Nail Salon
Brides: Mel + Rachel
Winter Elopement + Kira Gown
Only the most magical adventurous things can come from working with Haley of Good Moon Collective. So when she asked us to participate in an elopement shoot we could not say no! Jo & Zach braved one of the coldest days of the year to exchange vows and relive their big day. The addition of hot chocolate and their sweet pup made us start dreaming of a winter elopement ourselves!
Photographer: Good Moon Collective
Gown: Kira by Alena Leena from Strike Bridal Bar
Beauty: Black Orchid Beauty
Couple: Jo & Zach
Floral: All That Blooms
Strike Bridal Bar 2020 Lookbook
Our first official Lookbook is finally here + we are excited to share it with you! Some of our favorite trends for 2020 can be seen including: clean minimalist looks, subtle colors, unique textures, and modern sleeves. We worked alongside Tegan with The Paper Elephant to create high fashion looks that show off our curated and one-of-a-kind collection of gowns. A copy can be found in the shop while you browse our entire collection!
Photographer: The Paper Elephant
Hair: The Studio, Hair by Lexi Lee
Makeup: Lustrous Beauty Studio
