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Elegant Gowns for a Luxurious Seaside Wedding

Modern Wedding Posted: November 30, 2017

M A K I N G   W A V E S

Fall in love with an opulent take on oceanic style. Inspired by the laid-back luxury of the European seaside, we set sail to discover the most intricate and illustrious new designs. Taste the wild salty air, feel the sun on your back and drink in the sound of the rolling waves. Anchors away!

Gown, neckpiece & gloves: Goddess by Nature / Jewellery: Pandora / Groom’s attire: Sweethearts Bridal Boutique

The type of wedding dress you choose will influence a number of elements for your wedding. For example, if you chose a full-length ballgown, you are setting the tone for a more formal affair, whereas bridal separates can create a relaxed, fun atmosphere.

So the big question is, how do you choose a dress that will suit a seaside wedding? Too often, brides are hesitant to pick a beach theme because they feel it’s been done too many times or it’s not possible to be elegant while there’s a chance of guests dipping their feet in the water. We’ve found the solution: find inspiration in the breathtaking European vistas at places like Lake Como, Nice and Monaco and channel timeless elegance from stars of the silver screen.

We’ve created this fresh bridal fashion shoot inspired by the European seaside with a stunning array of diverse wedding gowns that will suit a timeless wedding with ocean views. These wedding dresses are refined yet relaxed. It’s classy bridal fashion that’s suited to setting sail on a luxury motor yacht.

Gown: Goddess by Nature / Jewellery: Pandora

Back chain necklace & earrings: Chrysalini / Gown: Wendy Makin Bridal Designs

Gown: Fashions by Farina / Jewellery: Chrysalini / Groom’s attire: Sweethearts Bridal Boutique

Gown: Wendy Makin Bridal Designs / Jewellery: Pandora

Gown: Rosa Clara / Jewellery: Sit & Wonder

Gown: Wendy Makin Bridal Designs / Earrings: Roman & French / Rings: Sit & Wonder

Gown: Wendy Makin Bridal Designs / Jewellery: Pandora / Groom’s attire: Sweethearts Bridal Boutique

Crown & Jewellery: Roman & French / Gown: Wendy Makin Bridal Designs

Gown: Tania Olsen Designs / Jewellery: Sit & Wonder

Gown: Christina Rossi / Jewellery: Chrysalini / Groom’s attire: Sweethearts Bridal Boutique

Gown: Q’Nique / Jewellery: Pandora

Bridal separates: Luv Bridal & Formal / Jewellery: Pandora

Gown: Penrith Bridal Centre / Jewellery: Pandora

Gown: Aire Barcelona / Earrings: Roman & French / Rings: Pandora / Groom’s attire: Sweethearts Bridal Boutique

Is a European seaside love affair your idea of a dream wedding? Take a BTS peek at how we put this shoot together below.

Here's a cute little behind the scenes video of our cover shoot for the new #ModernWeddingMagazine. Our Editor Rosemary filmed little snippets on her phone and our Art Director Kimberlee put it all together. What a dynamic duo!

Posted by ModernWedding on Tuesday, June 20, 2017

 

While we’re digging the destination wedding vibes, feast your eyes on Rebecca and Marc’s Breathtaking Lake Como Wedding.

Photography: Lost in Love Photography / Stylists: Kimberlee Kessler & Rosemary Slade / Stylists’ Assistant: Camilla Prangnell / Hair & Makeup: Renee Sayed at The Future Mrs using Moroccanoil and Zoeva Cosmetics / Hair Extensions: Showpony Professional  / Jewellery: Chrysalini, Pandora, Roman & French, and Sit & Wonder / Groom’s attire: Sweethearts Bridal Boutique / Luxury Motor Yacht: I Do Luxury Charters / Shot on location at The Boathouse Palm Beach and Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel / MW crew stayed at Barrenjoey House

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