What Makes a Wedding Dress Timeless?

Classic Lea-Ann Belter ballgown wedding dress featuring strapless sweetheart neckline and voluminous silk skirt

According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, “timeless” means “not restricted to a particular time or date.” But when a bride says she wants a timeless wedding dress, it’s about more than just envisioning a dress that will feel as relevant today as it is 20 years hence. When a woman expresses the desire for a classic […]

Esperanza in a Romantic Wedding at The RoseMary | Macy + Shane

Bride Macy in Lea-Ann Belter's Esperanza gown kissing groom Shane on a green velvet couch at The RoseMary venue

There are so many lovely wedding traditions, though perhaps among the more familiar is something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in your shoe. That custom has its roots in the Victorian era, and each item symbolizes something. Of those conventions, the idea of something borrowed seems particularly poignant. Originally, the […]

Esme in a Classic Appleford Estate Wedding | Megan + Brendan

Emotional first look moment with bride in off-shoulder ballgown and groom in black tuxedo at The Appleford Estate, with historic stone building and manicured gardens in background

A backpacking trip to the Swiss Alps naturally involves a visit to the Matterhorn. But a proposal in view of that peak? Iconic. Much like the proposal location, some things are timelessly beautiful – like the classic bridal style Megan chose for her day. From Matterhorn to Main Line After soaking in the magic of […]

Custom Lea-Ann Belter Gown at The Broadview Hotel | Natalie + Tomo

Natalie in her custom Lea-Ann Belter wedding gown outside The Broadview Hotel, surrounded by bridesmaids before the ceremony

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 […]

Carrie Lace Bridal Jacket in a Texas Wedding | Madison + Kyle

Newlyweds Madison and Kyle walk up the aisle smiling, with Madison in a lace bridal bolero and veil, holding a bouquet.

Theatre brought Kyle and Madison to Sarasota. They’d each just graduated from college and moved there for internships at Florida Studio Theatre. But it wasn’t until Madison found out Kyle was Catholic that their friendship began. “One night when we were leaving the theatre, I ran up to him from across the parking lot and […]

Arden in a Virginia Wedding at Oakdale | Kiara + Felipe

S-t-u-n-n-i-n-g about covers Kiara and Felipe’s Virginia wedding day. Cowboy Hats and Conchas: A Celebration Full of Heart These two hosted their celebration at The Oakdale, a modern yet rustic venue in central VA. Their outdoor ceremony and ceremony within the venue’s barn were fabulous for many reasons, including Kiara and her bridesmaids’ sass, timeless […]

Rosebud in a Spring South Carolina Wedding | Anna + Ben

You know how we feel about bows. They’re stunning on wedding dresses, cakes, shoes…just about anywhere. But now we’ve got a new favorite wedding day bow spot—and that’s in your hair. While there’s lots to adore about beautiful, vivacious bride Anna’s day, we love how she rocks her own style, starting with the pretty blue […]

Sunny Gown in a Wedding at Tenk West Bank | Nicole + Tre

Bride wearing a lace wedding dress by Lea-Ann Belter Toronto walks with bridesmaids in wine dresses holding white bouquets on a sunny outdoor path.

There’s a lot of joy happening on Nicole and Tre’s wedding day. That’s not uncommon on these occasions, but somehow, these two seem to take it up a notch. If you’ve seen Pride and Prejudice (the one with Kiera Knightley), you’ll remember the scene where Darcy and Lizzie first dance together, and though the ballroom […]

Bridal Separates in a Graylyn Estate Wedding | Editorial

Sensational, elegant, carefree bridal style is always on point, whether you’re planning a micro wedding, traditional celebration, or intimate garden “I do” for two. No matter where you’re tying the knot, make sure to organize an epic photo session and dance and pose like no one’s watching! We’re absolutely living for the sultry, playful, and […]

Opal 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, […]

Daria in a Summery Blue Birmingham Wedding | Ashlyn + Jackson

Abound in Blue Hues and Sunny Skies With a bright, fresh color palette straight from the summer sky, Ashlyn and Jackson’s elegant Birmingham wedding embodied timeless romance. Blues, crisp whites, and greens mingled from the bridesmaids and stationery to their candlelit reception, creating an atmosphere of easy elegance. One look at our sweet bride and […]

Arden in an Elegant Baltimore Wedding | Khadija + Nick

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 […]

Dinah in a Jumping Brook Country Club Wedding | Katelyn + Patrick

Katelyn and Patrick’s November wedding was absolutely gorgeous! The day began with a big church ceremony, complete with a grand exit surrounded by friends and family. Then, it was off to their elegant Jumping Brook Country Club reception. Timeless Elegance with a Twist: Katelyn’s Dinah Bridal Gown with Back Bow Like their wedding, Katelyn’s outfit […]

Custom Raven 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 […]

Rosebud in a The Country Club of Virginia Wedding | Katie + Tom

Katie & Tom’s Timeless Fall Virginia Wedding 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 […]

Tamsyn in a Classic New England Wedding | Bailey + Dan

A bride and groom walking together across a lawn with a mansion in the background

From Hawaii to Connecticut If you live in Hawaii, where do you go for a destination wedding? Connecticut, of course! Bailey and Dan reside in one of the more beautiful places on earth. However, when it came to planning their day, the east coast was where it was at. Part of it had to do […]

Cora in a Virginia Beach Wedding | Megan + Conner

Virginia Beach Wedding: A Love-Filled Day with Old Friends One of the more marvelous things about your wedding day is having just about everyone you love (and who loves you) all in one room. That happy, joyful energy combined with the fact that you’re promising forever to Your Person is intoxicating! And when one of […]

Ft. Worth Wedding at Century Hall | Kara + Dan

A Timeless Winter Wedding in Dallas Winter weddings have a special kind of magic. January’s crisp and contemplative air is lovely, especially when combined with love, cozy vibes, and pigmented colors! Kara and Dan’s Fort Worth wedding is a perfect example of how romantic and timeless a mid-winter wedding can be. A warm, wintry blue-and-white […]

Winston-Salem Wedding at Forsyth Country Club | Claire + DJ

A Gorgeous Fall Wedding Day Ear-to-ear smiles and wall-to-wall dreaminess were the order of Claire and DJ’s Winston-Salem wedding day! Though they married on a glorious November afternoon, it could have been pouring buckets and these two would still have been over the moon. However, as luck would have it, the sun’s light was bright […]

Jewel-Toned Fall Hartford Wedding | Jillian + Alex

Deep crimson, cream, and pops of gold punctuated Jillian and Alex’s Hartford wedding day. These two planned a timeless fall affair at The Society Room of Hartford, whose elegant ballroom set the perfect scene.   Jillian’s search for a wedding dress led her to The Wedding Dress in Portland, CT, where she fell for Aubrey. […]

Fall Wedding at the Appel Inn | Antonia + Andrew

You know what we love most about weddings? Yes, the bridal gowns and love are top tier, but what we really love are the stories. For instance, when we asked Antonia for the funniest moment on her and Andrew’s wedding day, she had this to say, “Quite possibly my husband’s face when I decided to […]

Lancaster Wedding at The Excelsior | Lauren + Henry

A Scene of Industrial Romance The Excelsior in downtown Lancaster set Lauren and Henry’s gorgeous wedding day scene. Once a brewery, the venue boasts exposed walls with high, airy ceilings, rich wooden floors, and lovely outdoor spaces with city views. But, as beautiful as their historic venue was, you almost miss it—the delight and fun […]

Classic Cleveland Wedding | Katie + Karl

Try something New And You Might Find Love! Sometimes, when you try something different, you find gold! For instance, Katie and Karl met on Bumble, but he wasn’t really Katie’s type—on paper. Says Katie, “I always say to go on the date with the guy who isn’t your type on paper because you never know! […]

Austin Wedding at Chappel Lodge | Delaney + Blake

When Delaney and Blake walked separately into a sports bar in Stamford, CT, they never imagined they’d meet their match. That day, Delaney was with her mom, and Blake was with coworkers. By the time they walked out, they’d exchanged numbers. Two weeks later, Delaney and Blake went on their first date…and the rest is […]

Cincinnati Wedding at The Taft Museum | Monica + Aaron

In high school, Monica and Aaron were close friends—the kind that went to prom together if the other didn’t have a date. Through high school and while Monica was at college and Aaron in the Marines, they stayed close. In time, they realized there was more between them, so they started dating, added their cat […]

Virginia Wedding at Mankin Mansion | Emily + Jeffrey

Precipitation threw a wrench into Emily and Jeffrey’s outdoor ceremony plans, but they didn’t let it rain on their parade. These two wore sunny smiles despite the weather! After exchanging vows in the Mankin Mansion’s European Gallery, the dark skies gave them gift—a double rainbow! Then it was on to their cocktail hour and reception […]

Elegant Lake George Wedding | Lauren + Ben

The edge of fall, when it’s no longer summer on the calendar but warmish days linger, is a lovely time for a wedding. There’s so much gorgeous, rich color, and with the shortening days comes that beautiful, later-afternoon light. For a few hours, everything seems to glow! Married at the end of October at the […]

Timeless North Carolina Wedding | Katherine + Luke

Though both Katherine and Luke are from the same town and went to high school together, they barely knew each other growing up. After meeting through Luke’s sister, who reconnected with Katherine during the pandemic, they got ice cream on their first date, and it’s been a Luke and Katherine tradition ever since. So, naturally, […]

Saint Clements Castle Wedding | Aly + Mike

If a Thursday evening black-tie wedding at a castle sounds magical, you’d be right! Though Mike and Aly chose an unconventional day for their celebration, their vibe was classic and elegant…with a personal, modern twist. Aly’s Dinah wedding gown is geometric and chic, but the bow on back had extra significance—she and Mike had recently […]

Winston-Salem Wedding at The Kimpton | Claire + Bryan

Elegant like a glass of champagne, Claire and Bryan’s Winston-Salem wedding was just as classic! These two exchanged vows at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, then joined friends and family at The Katharine Brasserie & Bar at The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel. That venue choice lent a distinctly effortlessly modern pop to an overall timeless [...]