Hannah came to the Bride's Corner almost a year before her wedding and fell in love with this Alfred Angelo favorite. As you can see by the photo's, "She is breath taking!!" She tried on many gowns. But, I think from the first moment she put this one on she knew...this was the one!!
(The back of this gown is what really sells this particular dress.)
On her wedding day, as she walked down the isle you could hear the guest saying, "isn't she beautiful!" And then as she and her Dad walked by the oooing and awing really began.
From the moment that John saw her at the other end of the isle the tears began to flow. Even though, he and Hannah had their photo's taken before the guest arrived by "Tammy Stewart Photography". He was just so happy that the heart felt tears came and didn't totally subside until he kissed his bride. Needless to say, John had everyone wiping their tears.
(By the way, I totally recommend doing photo's before hand! It is soo worth it!!)
Hannah chose her gown to be in the white with claret. (It comes in 55 other colors) This was the perfect color for her. She got married in early October. So, this deep rich red was gorgeous with the fall tones amongst the trees at the "White House Bed and Breakfast" in Cottage Grove.
Like many brides, Hannah had four bridesmaids. However, in Hannah's case there should have been five. Hannah struggled with how to honor her very best friend Sumer. Sumer was tragically killed in a auto accident the spring of their Senior year in High School. And taken from us much too soon.
Lots of us want to include and recognized the ones that aren't with us any more at our wedding. But, we aren't quite sure how to incorporate it into the ceremony. Or we can't decide what should be done at the reception to recognize them.
Hannah and her family began the wedding by including Sumer's Mom as part of the recognized ascorted parents. And then a single rose was carried in and sat on an empty chair next to Sumer's Mom, Andi. This was a simple but, meaningful part of the ceremony for every one involved.
Her four bridesmaids wore long, empire waist, claret red dresses by After Six. They carried roses, mini calla, dahlias and seeded ecalyptus all in white. Which was in contrast to the bride who carried all the same flowers in red. Bonnie of "Patton's Country Gardens" did the flowers and center piece decorations for the reception area. The great thing about Bonnie is the fact that she is a small business with exceptional customer service. When you start talking about flowers...she is there with ideas and suggestions...she design them...and is the delivery person the day of. Even though Hannah is a "shirt tale" relative of Bonnie the dedication and work is the same.
Hannah accessorized with rhinestone and garnet jewelry. A dear friend of the family made her veil. Which was trimmed on the edge with the same claret colored red ribbon.
In order to save some costs, Hannah's Mom, Beth spent a great deal of time decorating the wedding site. She used lots of "curly willow" to soften the area and added twinkle lights to create an elegant outdoor atmosphere. She pulled it off well!!
Hannah's Sister, Rebecca bought her wedding gown from Bride's Corner a few years back. Her Wedding was decorated in Cobalt Blue, Silver and White. The two sisters had totally different looks. Totally different Weddings...but, both very, very beautiful!
I would just like to say, "Thanks to the Martin Family for your support of Bride's Corner".
