Luxe Korean Fashion Inspired Wedding Editorial

Pleats and ruffles come into play in a striking way in this editorial! We recently featured the first half of this stellar shoot in which our Ruby gown brought the feminine romance with her ruffles and lace. This time, our sleek Ivy gown glides onto the scene bringing some serious glam, which enhances the already [...]

Modern + Luxe White Wedding Editorial

Artfully layered with shades of white and texture, this editorial interprets the pleating and minimalist fashion of Korean culture into stunning wedding inspiration. Add to that all the transparent elements they’ve mixed in (hello, ghost chairs, clear dining table, and crystal!) and it’s all got a super luxe look that we know our brides with [...]

Scottish Countryside Inspired Wedding | Megan + Nathan

Joy, laughter, donuts, and a groom in a kilt—Megan and Nathan’s wedding day was all the awesome things. As Megan told us, “Nathan and I wanted to throw a great party for our loved ones in a warm and inviting space. We went for a Classic Scottish Countryside theme that allowed the beauty and warmth [...]

Lovely Belcroft Estate Wedding | Kate + Matt

What's better than a surprise proposal while on holiday in Napa Valley? Pictures of said proposal! Take a peek at our lovely bride Kate as she said "Yes!" to Matt: engagement photographer: Alexander Rubin Super astonished and adorable, right? Kate's family is from England, Matt's is from Canada, and each are close, so it was [...]

Intimate Lakeside Wedding | Anna + Jérôme

It may have been cold on the early spring day Anna and Jérôme married, but all the love kept them warm! These two travelled all the way from France to marry on Shongum Lake in Randolph, NJ. As a French teacher, Anna has traveled all over—having spent a lot of time in New Jersey, it [...]

Gold and Blush Pink Wedding Day Editorial

Calling to mind roses and the color that rises in your cheeks when love arrives, blush pink is one of the most romantic colors! No wonder it's a timeless wedding day favorite. That said, this sweet hue can turn a little cloying, but not so in this lovely, sophisticated inspiration shoot! The wonderful, Toronto-based team [...]

Wedding at the Royal Canadian Yacht Club | Breanna + Fraser

Add "rocketing off in a racy speedboat post ceremony" to the wedding day to-do list! Married at the Royal Canadian Yacht Club, Breanna and Fraser made the most of their location. There was, of course, that epic just-married ride, but these two took their nautical/island location and sailed into the sunset with it! There were [...]

Simple, Elegant Ethical Bridal Fashion Editorial

Ethical fashion is at the heart of this lovely, pared-down bridal shoot captured here in Toronto! Photographer Robin Sassi has a passion for ethically produced goods, one that informed not only this editorial but also her own wedding, so much so that its theme was "Everything Ethical." That ethos is what led Robin to our [...]

Game of Thrones Inspired Wedding Editorial

What if Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow paused for the cause and eloped? Not one for being overly low-key, you know the fiery, style-loving Khaleesi would do it up! Inspired by the regal yet earthy vibe of the couple, this wedding inspiration shoot depicts what their one-on-one wedding day might be like. Dressed in our [...]

Wildly Romantic Barn Wedding Editorial

Can pared down and rustic look so lush and romantic? Yes, yes it can. And, ladies, the proof is in this editorial captured by Giulia Moltisanti Photography and Melista Bahler Photography. Set at a weathered barn just outside of Toronto, it's a stunner!  Kitted out with a vintage ride, pretty place settings, sumptuous florals and calligraphy, and [...]

Elopement in Goa, India | Sarah + Ravin

Big or small, a wedding isn't for everyone. And the proposal can come from either half of a couple. Marriage is such a personal and important life-changing thing that taking that step should be as true to you as possible. For Sarah and Ranvin, that meant a low-key signing of their marriage certificate followed by [...]

Sensual Bridal Editorial

“A magnificence that comes out of your eyes, in your voice, in the way you stand there, in the way you walk. You’re lit from within.” – The Philadelphia Story Layered with lovely net and sheer lace, this simple bridal editorial positively smolders. It also makes one thing clear: it's not about the dress, it's about [...]

Vermeer-Inspired Bridal Style Editorial

Bold color, dramatic lighting, the simple made striking—the Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer is the inspiration behind this moody bridal editorial. In it, photographer Lindsay Sever focused on a bride with contemporary style and an ethereal aesthetic, a natural fit for our Odette gown! Though Vermeer's works often featured richer hues, this romantic shoot played with [...]

Classic Bridal Style Editorial

Take-your-breath-away-timeless is about clean lines and forgoing trends to embrace evergreen style. But it doesn’t mean boring! Think of Audrey Hepburn, Natalie Portman, and Lupita Nyong'o on every red carpet—these women wow with classic silhouettes, elegant details, and by effortlessly owning every inch. As John Varvatos said: Style is timeless. It transcends generations—it's enduring. If [...]

Lea-Ann Belter Fall 2018 Spellbound Collection Preview

In just a few sleeps more, we'll be jetting off to NYC for bridal market to reveal our new Lea-Ann Belter Fall 2018 gowns…but you dolls get a sneak preview! While in Amsterdam over the winter, Lea-Ann saw Sleeping Beauty as performed by the Dutch National Ballet. Originally intended for the Russian tsar and his [...]

Kelowna Wedding at Gatzke Orchard | Stacie + Mark

Grapevines, string lights, a bowery…Stacie and Mark wanted a non-traditional wedding entirely out-of-doors, and they found the perfect place in British Columbia at Gatzke Orchard. When planning, these two followed their hearts. Explained Stacie, "I feel like a lot of people get wrapped up in what everyone else is doing…I think if you pick and [...]

Romantic Destination Wedding in Sorrento, Italy | Nicole + Daniel

Engaged in Paris, married in Sorrento…Nicole and Daniel's story is the dream of every globetrotter! These two actually met in Australia and became soon-to-be-weds while living in England. So, how on earth did Nicole find her blush pink Astrid & Mercedes Provence gown? Our lovely bride came home to Canada and visited us in our [...]

Amazing Destination Wedding in Portugal | Sarah + Nicolau

Romantic and amazing do not even begin to describe Sarah and Nic's destination wedding in Portugal! The church farewell itself—streamers, confetti, rice, a crowd of happy, joyous people—is the stuff of daydreams. You can almost hear the church bells! Once you read all about their day below (our sweet bride Sarah gave us the scoop), [...]

Stunning Sri Lanka Destination Wedding | Manal + Nuwan

Manal and Nuwan met here in Toronto, but when the two became engaged, they envisioned a destination wedding in Sri Lanka. One that was true to their style with a candlelit ceremony and neutral color palette, which Manal tells us is "pretty unconventional in Sri Lanka/South Asia where vibrant, bright colours are always preferred for [...]

Destination Wedding in Thailand | Christina + Chuck

A great proposal story gets us every time, and Christina and Chuck’s moment is pretty magical...it happened under the surface of the glittering sea in Maya Riviera! After such an auspicious start, of course their wedding day was just as incredible. These two chose Thailand as the perfect spot to become husband and wife, and, [...]

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Astrid & Mercedes

Collections Astrid & Mercedes Carefree and fashion-forward, the Astrid & Mercedes line is inspired by Lea-Ann’s plucky, free-spirited nieces. Sewn by hand of silks and laces, the collection is patterned, cut and draped in our Toronto atelier. A distinctive blend of something old and something new, these gowns are for women who plan to strut […]

Lea-Ann Belter Bridal

Collections Lea-Ann Belter Bridal Beauty comes in all forms and styles. Lea-Ann celebrates this truth by designing wedding dresses to complement every body type and personality. Available in all sizes and completely customizable, each Lea-Ann Belter Bridal gown is individually crafted of the finest silks and laces in our Toronto bridal atelier. Made to enhance […]

FAQs

I am not a standard size; can you accommodate split or plus sizing?With all Lea-Ann Belter dresses, we offer split and or plus-sizing on almost all styles. Astrid & Mercedes gowns are only available in standard sizes ranging from 2-20 or may also be ordered with special measurements for a small fee. The shop through which you […]

Collections

Collections Lea-Ann Belter Bridal The sparkle of hand-sewn crystals. The feel of lace and silk beneath your fingertips. That breathless moment at the top of the aisle when heads turn to see you for the first time. Designed to enhance a woman’s natural radiance, a Lea-Ann Belter Bridal gown captures the timeless romance of your […]

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Contact Sign up for newsletter Δ Visit the Flagship Store 238 Broadview Avenue Toronto, Ontario Canada | M4M 2G7 Phone +1.416.778.6868 Email info@lea-annbelter.com Book Flagship Appointment Vanessa | Bridal Specialistflagship@lea-annbelter.com416-778-6868 Lea-Ann Belter Bridal and Astrid & Mercedes Sales Information Karen Lacknerkaren@lea-annbelter.com440-915-3704 Blog If you’re interested in having your wedding featured on the site please contact: Jessica […]

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Lea-Ann Belter Forever painting and drawing, Lea-Ann knew from a young age her future lay in her creativity. Upon graduating from an art-focused high school, Lea-Ann continued her formal education at the Sheridan College of Crafts and Design, where she specialized in glass and textiles. She went on to earn her diploma from the International […]