The Perfect Morning, the Perfect Question
A Dress That Meets the Moment
An elegant wedding planned at Yorkville’s Four Seasons, Emma set off in search of just the right dress. During her appointment at our Toronto bridal shop, Emma fell for Melody, a timeless ball gown silhouette with dramatic long tails. “Vanessa was incredibly professional and helped me choose and customize the initial design, guiding me through every step of the process.”
By changing Melody’s sweetheart neckline to a straight across, and adding a cuff, and a cathedral veil by local designer Laura Jayne Bride, Emma’s classic wedding dress became her own. “The entire team made sure every detail of the dress was perfectly tailored for me. I couldn’t recommend Lea-Ann Belter more—they made me feel like a princess.”
Read on for more details about Emma and Jamie’s day from our sweet bride below.
How did the two of you meet?
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When did you realize Jamie was your person?
Could you share your engagement story?
It was the week before Thanksgiving, and we were about to head to Toronto to celebrate with my family. The weekend before, while we were in NYC, Jamie asked if I wanted to get breakfast at 8 a.m. at our favorite Saturday morning spot—something we did all the time—so I didn’t suspect anything.
After breakfast, we went for a walk toward the water along the West Side Highway in Manhattan. As we were walking down a quiet side street on the way there, Jamie stopped and asked if he could “ask me something.” He got down on one knee and proposed. Because it was so early in the morning, it felt incredibly peaceful, private, and beautiful. The following weekend we got to celebrate with all our friends and family in Toronto, which made it even more special.
Tell us about finding your gown! What made you choose Lea-Ann Belter, and what made you realize your dress was perfect?
Lea-Ann Belter made the experience of finding my gown feel truly magical. Vanessa was incredibly professional and helped me choose and customize the initial design, guiding me through every step of the process. The entire team made sure every detail of the dress was perfectly tailored for me. I couldn’t recommend Lea-Ann Belter more—they made me feel like a princess.
How did you personalize your day?
Any advice for couples currently planning their wedding?
Emma + Jamie's Toronto Wedding Vendors
wedding dress: custom Lea-Ann Belter Melody gown and cathedral veil by Laura Jayne Bride via the flagship Toronto bridal boutique photographer: 515 Photo Co. | ceremony: St. Paul’s Bloor Street | reception: Four Seasons Toronto | planning: August in Bloom | hair & makeup: Taylor Switzer | | music: Sole Power Productions | florals: Bellwood Blooms | stationery & signage: Signage by C | dance floor: Event Graffiti | furniture: Element Event Solutions
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