Keepsake Is Here: Lea-Ann Belter Bridal Fall 2026
New York Bridal Fashion Week is a whirlwind! Meeting with retail partners, going to our favorite places to eat and sharing our newest gowns with everyone. As we prepare to pack up our dresses and head back to Toronto, all we can think about is introducing them to our brides-to-be. Keepsake, our fall 2026 collection, […]
Custom Wedding Gown in a Gardiner Museum Wedding | Rachel + Elliott
After meeting in high school, Rachel and Elliott never looked back. A wedding dress so fabulous, we named it after her While preparing for their day, Rachel visited us at our flagship Toronto bridal shop. Envisioning herself in a timeless bridal gown, she and our stylist Vanessa created a custom dress that combined our Anika […]
Custom Gown in a Distillery District Wedding | Cristina + Steve
Toronto’s Distillery District may have loads of ambiance. The gorgeous brick. The backdrops. The lighting. It’s all fabulous. But all that sort of takes a charming back seat when joy and love enter the scene. Case in point, Cristina and Steve’s wedding day. Yes, the floral arch for their ceremony is sweet. And of course, […]
Custom Bridal Gown in a Bahamas Wedding | Ansley + Brad
Dream nuptials for Ansley and Brad meant the turquoise Caribbean waters, pastel sunsets, juicy tropical colors, and a vacation and celebration rolled into one. So, naturally they planned a Bahamas destination wedding! Their rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception were held at the gorgeous Grand Hyatt Baha Mar. Between their vivid florals, gold-and-white al fresco reception, […]
Fall 2026 Keepsake Collection Editorial Preview
Each time we debut a new collection, we fall in love with the textiles, the silhouettes, the details. Our fall 2026 Lea-Ann Belter Bridal collection, however, is special. Three Decades in the Making Lea-Ann Belter began designing timeless wedding dresses in 1990, and in 1995 launched her eponymous bridal collection. The brides who walked down […]
Custom Gown in a Windsor Arms Hotel Wedding | Kristen + Amrithal
A Chance Meeting in Paris Sometimes, chance brings you and your person together. For Kristen and Amrithal, that moment was while they were both in France. Paris, to be exact. At the time, Amrithal was there while studying abroad. Meanwhile, Kristen was there to visit a friend. “My friend knew his roommate well and we […]
Custom Gown in a Club at Hillbrook Wedding | Margaret + Nate
A fall wedding at the ever-elegant Club at Hillbrook on the horizon, Margaret went in search of her timeless wedding dress…with an ace up her sleeve. The Insider Bride Our classic style-loving bride had a dream job after college. She’d worked for four years at Brides by the Falls! So, there was no question where […]
Wedding Dress Trunk Show Connecticut | The Persnickety Bride
Connecticut ladies, be the first to try on our newest designs! From April 11 to 20, Persnickety Bride is hosting a trunk show showcasing our Keepsake collection gowns fresh from their New York Bridal Fashion Week debut. From all-over-embroidered Nicole to dramatic, drop-waist Nancy, each of our newest, timeless wedding dresses and accessories will be […]
Danika Gown in a Alabama Wedding at Zeke’s | Madison + AJ
A little retro, a dash of rock n’ roll, and a lot of love – shaken not stirred – served up magic on Madison and AJ’s day. And it all started with an unexpected New Year’s Eve kiss that sparked a life-long romance and a quick Friday the 13th wedding. A year later, these two […]
Custom Gown in a Toronto Hunt Club Wedding | Michelle + Kyle
Married on a gorgeous June day, Michelle and Kyle’s day was abloom with creativity and joy! A Summer Wedding in Full Bloom Michelle visited us at the Lea-Ann Belter Toronto bridal shop with a vision. She wanted color and romance. A classic wedding dress with a touch of magic. Upon hearing this, our owner and […]
Opal Gown in a Black-Tie Charleston Wedding | Lisa + Eric
When you’re in love with someone, just thinking about them (which is all the time) will put a smile on your face. And then when you see that person? You’re lit up from within! That’s pretty much the only way to describe the looks on Lisa and Eric’s faces on their wedding day—such blushes, grins, […]
Esperanza Gown in a Summerfield Farms Wedding | Sara + Matthew
A dash of vintage and a dollop of classic romance informed Sara’s wedding day aesthetic. When she visited Bellissima in search of a timeless wedding dress that made her feel lovely and moved like poetry, she met her match! Esperanza’s floral organza, detachable balloon sleeves, and floaty ball gown skirt felt meant to be. Love […]
Hannah Gown in a Maine Island Wedding | Claire + Walker
On the surface, choosing a wedding dress sounds simple enough – you try some on, find one that makes you feel gorgeous, and move on. But we all know it’s more complex than shopping for everyday clothes. Threads of family history, your love story, personal style, sense of self, and sometimes unexplored feelings about marriage […]
Arden Gown in a Colorado Wedding | Laura + Kyle
A gorgeous, sunny Colorado day, a stunning setting at the Broadmoor, two people head-over-heels in love. Laura and Kyle’s Colorado mountain wedding at The Broadmoor was absolutely gorgeous! But, what you don’t see is that shortly before her wedding, Laura had to majorly switch up her dress plans. Plot Twist: A New Wedding Dress Four […]
Ohio Wedding Dress Trunk Show | Brides by the Falls
Spring is in the air, and our newest timeless wedding dresses will soon be in full bloom in Chagrin Falls! March 21–29, our Versailles collection will be alighting at Brides by the Falls for a spring trunk show. So, if you’re an Ohio bride-to-be searching for a timeless wedding dress with a certain romantic je […]
Astral Gown in a Vibrant New Orleans Wedding | Rebecca + Ayush
The timeless beauty of New Orleans and a perfect palette of vivid colors set the wedding day scene, but Rebecca and Ayush brought the true magic! These two wed at Felicity Church, where stunning stained glass windows created a kaleidoscope of light for their ceremony. This nondenominational sanctuary provided the perfect backdrop for their vows, […]
Custom Gown in a Toronto Golf Club Wedding | Taylor + Jamie
A blind date was Taylor and Jamie’s big beginning. From the moment they met, they knew something special was afoot. They took their next big step together in Boston, where, while walking along the harbor, Jamie proposed! The Right Gown Was Right Around the Corner Taylor’s daily runs took her past our flagship Toronto bridal […]
Custom Raven Gown in a Milwaukee Wedding | Cecilia + Andrew
After meeting at Marquette University, Cecilia and Andrew just knew they had to see more of each other. So, they had mutual friends invite them on a ski trip…and things snowballed from there! “Andrew surprised me while I was visiting family in New York, and while celebrating the fourth of July at my grandma’s house […]
Denver Wedding Gown Trunk Show | Emma & Grace
Our 2026 Soirée collection is springing up in Denver! Our newest Astrid & Mercedes wedding dresses interpret cosmopolitan taste and a modern aesthetic through a blend of contemporary and old-world fabrics, unfussy silhouettes, and architectural details. And they’ll all be at Emma & Grace for a bridal trunk show March 6-14! When you book your […]
Custom Bridal Gown in a Modern Wedding at Canoe | Brady + Josh
Collaborating with our brides to create a gown that makes each feel gorgeous is one of our favorite things. Three Looks, One Dress: Brady’s Custom Wedding Gown So, when Brady walked into our Toronto bridal shop searching for a classic wedding dress that combined her favorite design elements and made her feel like a million […]
One Dress, Two Looks: Detachable Trains & Overskirts
Changing up your wedding day look between the ceremony and reception is definitely a thing. It’s a fun way to express different sides of your bridal style—elegant and dramatic for your vows, chic and carefree for your reception. A separate party dress is one option, but that means taking off the gown you love. That […]
Connecticut Bridal Gown Trunk Show | Persnickety Bride
A bevy of bridal gowns is winging its way to Connecticut! From March 7–15, our 2026 Versailles collection will be featured in a trunk show at the one and only Persnickety Bride. It’s the perfect time to try all our newest styles, from flower-covered, drop-waisted beauty Luanne to sleek, chic Chloe. Plus, we’re also sending […]
Raven Gown in a State Room Wedding | Jenny + Matt
The swanky, jazz-age swagger mingled with 21st century style on Jenny and Matt’s Albany wedding day. So, it was only natural they chose The State Room as their venue. Built in 1901, its Art Deco architecture, and splendid interior set (including an old bank vault!) set the perfect scene. Jenny’s Elegant Fitted Wedding Dress Covered […]
Custom Gown in an Aruba Destination Wedding | Rebecca + Logan
Swiping through Hinge, Rebecca came across Logan’s profile. She watched the video of him crashing on his longboard, laughed out loud, and knew she had to meet him. Their first date was a few days later, and though they did terribly at trivia, they won at love! A few years later, while hiking through San […]
Denver Bridal Gown Trunk Show | Emma & Grace
Searching for the wedding gown of your dreams in Colorado? Our ultra-elegant and romantic Spring 2026 Lea-Ann Belter Versailles collection is headed your way! Versailles Gown Trunk Show In Denver February 20 through 28, every new wedding dress and accessory (as well as a few favorites from previous seasons) will be at Emma & Grace […]
Piper Gown in a Michigan Wedding | Betsey + Aric
Both Aric and Betsey grew up in Northern Michigan, but Bumble brought them together! A Michigan Love Story…And a Little Bumble Magic Their sweet engagement on the beach at Michigan’s Upper Peninsula took Betsey totally by surprise. “Aric is not a planner, so I was in complete shock when he proposed. We had a weekend […]
Liliana Gown in a Franklin Plaza Ballroom Wedding | Aly + Dan
One crisp fall night, Aly and Dan both found themselves at a local bar in their small town. They didn’t know each other, despite growing up in a place where pretty much everyone knew each other. A UFC fight flickered from the TVs above but wasn’t holding Dan’s attention. He was too drawn to the […]
Customized Violeta Gown in a Fall Wedding | Hannah + Jimmy
An online match provided an introduction of sorts for Hannah and Jimmy, but both were so busy that six months passed until they each responded. When they did finally meet, the connection was instant. Apple Orchard Proposal + A Fall Wedding The air was crisp and the sun warm when Jimmy and Hannah set out […]
Bridal Style: The Pointed Sweetheart Neckline
The sweetheart neckline—the name alone implies love! This beautiful bridal gown detail resembles the top of a heart and is beloved for its flattering shape and romantic vibe. It’s soft, sensuous, and does wonders for the décolletage. But for those who want a twist on tradition, there’s her modern, vixenish sister: the pointed sweetheart neckline. […]
Rosebud Gown in a Virginia Wedding | Katie + Tom
Katie and Tom’s love story started in college, where laughter over late-night study sessions and campus adventures turned into something lasting. Years later, on a crisp October evening, they began their next chapter. The Aesthetic: Classic Blue & White Their outdoor ceremony at Country Club of Virginia took place at the most magical hour—just as […]