Brielle Gown in a Saskatoon Wedding | Erica + Thomas

Erica and Thomas walk down the aisle during their Ukranian orthodox wedding ceremony. Erica is wearing a v-neck ball gown wedding dress by Lea-Ann Belter Bridal

Saskatoon was the perfect spot for Erica and Thomas to get married. They both love Europe, and the city has been called “The Paris of the Prairies” for good reason. Plus, the venues and vibe were perfect for Erica’s large Ukrainian family. So, they chose the Ukrainian Orthodox Church for their ceremony and one of […]

Anika Gown in a Wedding at Lakecroft | Emily + Avery

A Christmas Tree Farm Proposal Venturing to a Christmas tree farm to choose the perfect tree was something Emily and Avery did every year. As they stood in the winter sun surrounded by the scent of pine and birdsong, Avery knelt to cut their tree. But then Avery flipped the script and whipped out a […]

Custom Gown in a Galiano Island Wedding

a bride and groom kiss while standing on a rock by the bay, their faces covered by a rainbow umbrella. The bride wears bridal separates by Lea-Ann Belter Bridal

Wedding Day Magic on Galiano Island Rain, sunshine, and rainbows—L and J’s British Columbia wedding on Galiano Island was a love-filled weather roller coaster.  Their multi-day celebration took place at Bodega Ridge, a beautiful venue whose ocean views, event spaces, and cabins conspire to create a warm, intimate vibe.  Amidst the natural splendor, L and […]

Custom Ball Gown in a Elora Mill Wedding | Andreea + Joe

A bride and groom run joyfully in front of there mansion venue. The bride wears a custom ball gown wedding dress from Lea-Ann Belter Toronto

At first, Joe and Andreea worked together, but not for long. There was too much chemistry between them! So, Andreea transferred to another location, and their relationship bloomed. “Joe is my best friend and soulmate all in one. He is my safe place, my rock, and my favourite comedian. We dated for many years and […]

Diana Gown in an Angus Golf Club Wedding | Gabriella + Matthew

A bride and groom kiss in the afternoon sunshine. tThe bride wears a romantic wedding dress ball gown by Lea-Ann Belter Bridal.

Gabriella and Matthew first laid eyes on one another on Hinge. When they met in person, sparks flew, and over time their relationship grew. When Matthew was ready to propose, he knew exactly what to do—ask Gabriella to be his wife in Romania on the sandy shores of the Black Sea. Shares Gabriella, “My parents […]

Custom Gown in a Fairytale Forest Wedding | Olivia & Krystian (& Nimbus!)

Bride Olivia in custom blue Lea-Ann Belter lace wedding gown with groom Krystian holding their Pomeranian Nimbus in front of brick building

Two people so happy together you get that secondhand love glow. A blue wedding dress. A Pomeranian named Lily in a purple velvet lewk. There’s so much to adore about Olivia and Krystian’s wedding day! From Friendship to Forever These two met through mutual friends and stayed in the friendship zone for two years until […]

Joy Gown in a Modern Toronto Wedding | Carly + Alex

Bride twirling in elegant Lea-Ann Belter ballgown with flowing skirt as groom extends hand, illuminated trees in background

Work brought Carly and Alex together. They were both in the same department at the Toronto International Film Festival. Alex caught Carly’s eye, so she concocted a plan to get to know him better.” I invited him to run an errand with me to a fabric store in case I needed to carry back a […]

Hannah Gown in a Cherry Hill Club Wedding | Emily + Phil

Black and white photo of newlyweds walking hand-in-hand at country club, bride in classic Lea-Ann Belter gown with train and tails

Phil was the first boy Emily had ever brought home to meet her parents. The introduction became a little more of a party! “My entire family decided that they also wanted to be there for the first introduction. Obviously, being a bit of a nerve-wracking situation, he exceeded all my expectations, and from that moment […]

Custom Dress in a Toronto Wedding at Hotel X | Deanna + Austin

Bride in blush ballgown wedding dress twirling with groom at modern venue in soft natural light

A reluctant night out turned into something wonderful for Deanna and Austin. Though neither are country music fans, friends dragged them separately to a country bar. The instant they met, what the band was playing faded to the background, and the rest is history! From Country Bar to Custom Gown  Following a sweet surprise engagement, […]

Custom Gown in a Romantic Ashford Castle Wedding | Edwina

Joyful newlyweds laughing while walking across manicured lawn at estate, bride in ballgown with flowing skirt

A wedding in Ireland was in the works, and Edwina was on a quest to find her gown. The mission? Something that felt and looked iconic. It also had to vibe with Ashford Castle, one of Ireland’s most romantic venues. She met her match at our flagship Toronto bridal shop! “Vanessa honestly made the whole […]

Custom Revel in a Harding Waterfront Estate Wedding | Ariella + Lucas

Outdoor riverside wedding ceremony with guests seated on lawn, couple exchanging vows under a chuppa bride in Lea-Ann Belter gown

Connected through Tinder, Ariella and Lucas talked for a couple months before meeting in person. And when they did, Ariella got butterflies. It’s safe to say Lucas felt the same way. As their relationship deepened, their natural connection and the way everything just felt right made the next step inevitable. They chose the elegant Harding […]

Bridal Separates in a Greenhouse Wedding | Caitlin + Kevin

Bride in Lea-Ann Belter tulle ballgown with cathedral veil holding hands with groom in navy suit against ivy-covered wooden fence

From Montmartre to Muskoka At the top of Montmartre on a school trip to France, Caitlin and Kevin’s eyes met. Then, a couple of years later on another school trip (this time to Italy), they strolled the streets of Rome, shared gelato in Florence, and rode a gondola together in Venice. Though in high school, […]

Custom Gown in a Spring Wedding at the Broadview | Alicia + Brad

A playful spring wedding in Toronto? Count us in! From Study Dates to Wedding Dates Alicia and Brad met at university, where they were both economics majors. At first, they were just study buddies, but it wasn’t long before they became more than just friends and then fell in love! Fast forward several years and […]

Violeta Gown in a Toronto Wedding at the Pan Pacific | Kayla + Bradley

The right wedding dress will find you! For Kayla, that took a little time. By the time she visited us at our flagship Toronto wedding dress shop, she’d tried on several potential gowns, but none of them made her heart skip a beat.   From minimalist dreams to timeless romance “I tried on 85 wedding […]

Mercer Gown in a Toronto Wedding | Karina + Jamie

A graceful mix of classic and breezy, Karina and Jamie’s intimate wedding glowed. Not because of a lovely venue—they wed and celebrated at the always-elegant Park Hyatt—or the soft white florals, candlelight, and wedding cake blooming with ethereal flowers that created the beautiful backdrop to their day. It wasn’t even about finding the perfect dress […]

Custom Gown in a Wedding at The Broadview Hotel | Natalie + Tomo

Natalie steps outside in her custom pointed strapless Lea-Ann Belter gown, bouquet in hand and ready for the day

Matchmaking friends introduced Natalie and Tomo, and their connection was instant! Since then, these two have been on all kinds of adventures, but their trip to Split, Croatia, may be one of the most special. There, on a cliff overlooking the sea, Tomo asked Natalie to be his partner through life. A Classic Toronto Wedding […]

Custom Gown in a Mid-Century Inspired Toronto Wedding | Selina + Luca

As the creative force behind SELIBRATE, Selina’s talents transform Toronto “I dos” into magical evenings. So, when she and Luca got engaged (hurray!), she approached the day with a designer’s eye and a lover’s heart. Drawing inspiration from the sophisticated charm of a 1950s hotel lounge, their Toronto wedding at Château Le Parc was filled […]

Custom Wedding Gown in a Traditional Wedding in Bulgaria | Dani + Valentin

A Wedding Tradition With a Twist There’s a Bulgarian wedding tradition called breaking of the bread, and it’s awesome. Explains our bride Dani, “The bride and groom stand with their backs towards one another and hold the bread over their heads. Once signaled, they both try to break the bigger piece of bread, which is […]

Custom Gown in a Niagara Wine Country Wedding | Alida + Ryan

A wedding party dressed in suits and crimson dresses stand in the sunlight. The bride wears a sleek wedding dress.

Golden light. Air that hints of colder days. Rich color. Romance. Alida and Ryan’s early fall celebration checks all the season’s boxes and then some. These two started their Niagara wine country wedding at the sweet cottage at the Inn on the Twenty. Both our bride and groom got ready (in separate rooms!). Alida’s gown—with […]

Custom Tea-Length Gown in a Toronto University Club Wedding | Ellie + Keith

Ellie and Keith marry at the Toronto University Club. Ellie is wearing her tea-length wedding dress from Lea-Ann Belter Bridal

In Funny Face, Audrey Hepburn wears one of film’s most iconic wedding looks. Embodying a playful, elegant charm, she and Fred Astaire dance around a Paris churchyard during a photoshoot scene. Designed by Givenchy, that boat-necked, tea-length dress was a touchstone for Ellie! Ellie’s Funny Face-Inspired Wedding Dress When she visited our Toronto bridal shop, […]

Custom Gown in a Classic Toronto Hunt Wedding | Claire + Rob

When Claire and Rob first met, it was at a mutual friend’s family Christmas party. You might be thinking of kisses under the mistletoe, but you’d be wrong. Rob danced with Claire’s mum! The holiday magic was definitely there, though—Rob and Claire officially started dating a year later. A Custom-Made Wedding Dress  When it came […]

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 Windsor Arms Hotel Wedding | Kristen + Amrithal

Bride and groom holding hands in golden hour light, bride wearing ballgown wedding dress with cathedral length lace veil

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 an Auberge du Pommier Wedding | Melody + Timothy

Bride in tulle ballgown wedding dress with cathedral veil walking with groom at outdoor wedding venue

So much love and jaw-dropping gorgeous happened on Melody and Timothy’s day! A Toronto Bride’s Dreamy Look We first met Melody at our Toronto wedding dress shop as she sought just the right bridal gown for her wedding and reception at Auberge du Pommier. In the end, it wasn’t one timeless wedding dress that was […]

Raquel Gown in a Craigleith Ski Club Wedding | Kristy + Jon

When you think of a ski resort, snowy peaks and outdoor winter sports leap to mind. But in the spring and summer, those powder-covered hills transform into glorious meadows. The gorgeous scenery, fresh air, and bright skies are just right for a wedding! Kristy and Jon chose just such a spot—the Craigleith Ski Club in […]

Arden Gown in an Elegant Baltimore Wedding | Khadija + Nick

Khadija getting ready on her wedding day with her mom and sister. Khadija is wearing her ball gown wedding dress by Lea-Ann Belter Bridal

Love was not on the agenda the day that Khadija and Nick met. It was the very first day of their second semester of grad school at American University, where they were each pursuing their Master of Public Administration. But the moment they met, they both knew the other was someone special. Shares Khadjia, “We […]

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 […]

Piper Gown in a Michigan Wedding | Betsey + Aric

A Michigan Love Story…And a Little Bumble Magic Both Aric and Betsey grew up in Northern Michigan, but Bumble brought them together! 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 […]

Custom Gown in a Toronto Reference Library Wedding | Adriana + Jack

The library is such a wonderful place—wall-to-wall stories and information, and a hushed yet bright energy that’s hard to replicate. So, when Adriana visited our wedding dress shop in Toronto while planning her and Jack’s wedding at the Reference Library, our book-loving hearts flipped! Adriana + Jack’s Bookish Wedding   Adriana’s choice of wedding venue had […]

Custom Isadora Gown in an Orilla Backyard Wedding | Amanda + Jeff

When they are the right one, they just fit into your life Amanda and Jeff’s story started with Jeff walking into a gathering and trying to impress with a joke…which did the opposite. But he valiantly recovered, and, over time, he and Amanda became good friends. It wasn’t until a couples’ night out turned accidentally […]