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Tucked right into the city, Meridian House in Washington, DC is a special place. It sits on a side street off a main thoroughfare, and the moment you turn in, you’ve entered another time and place. The venue’s Beaux-Arts architecture echoes that of old European country houses, and its gardens are among the most romanti
To spend even a few moments by the sea is to daydream. The mind wanders, sometimes far back in time, to ponder the ships and people that once passed upon the same waters. Were the passengers traveling for love? Adventure? Or bravely stepping into a new life? Once held in long-ago hands, sea glass is […] The post Sea Gl
On the kind of June day that makes your heart sing, Lauren and Kevin stepped into their next chapter together! Romance Meets Polish When she went shopping for a classic wedding dress, sophisticated style was on Lauren’s mind. She hadn’t quite found that perfect mix of romance and polish…and then she slipped on our Mika
Hair loose, skirts fluttering, breathless and a little undone in the very best way. Windswept, our Astrid & Mercedes Spring 2027 Collection embraces the untamed, tumbling spirit of Rosa rugosa, also known as the wild beach rose. These coastal blooms dance in the breeze, unfurling vivid color and extravagant beauty in s
Right now, wedding dress sleeves hold a top spot on our brides’ dress lists! And we are very much here for it. Adding sleeves can instantly add drama, express personal style, make a gown feel more comfortable, further enhance a silhouette, and, when detachable, offer brides two looks in one. Wedding Dress Sleeve Option
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 […] The post Joy Gown in a Modern
Newton CT brides-to-be, you’re number one! On our post-NYC Bridal Week trunk show list, that is. 2027 Collection Trunk Show October 17-25, Sea Glass, the spring 2027 Lea-Ann Belter Bridal collection, will take center stage at The Persnickety Bride. These new styles will have just made their official debut, meaning you’
Growing up, Gracie and Franklyn were mortal enemies. They both grew up on the same street, had many mutual friends, and crossed paths all the time. But there’s a reason the enemies-to-lovers trope is so beloved for romance novels—because we all know that sometimes you love who you think is your adversary! From Holiday
As a kid and through her teen years, Monika and her mom passed the windows of our flagship Toronto bridal shop, picking their favorite dresses as they went. From Window Dreams to Wedding Day Years later, once the surprise and delight of Rob’s sweet proposal settled into a manageable fizz, Monika realized she’d finally
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 […] The post Cust
Just like weddings and whimsy, Olivia and Sean are a perfect match! These two met in law school and never looked back. Notre Dame wasn’t just where they met; Sean proposed at the Grotto, in the same spot his grandfather asked his grandmother for her hand. Naturally, Notre Dame played a role on their wedding […] The pos
Sometimes, moving across the ocean leads you to meet your person. Molly and Graeme are both from Ireland, but an Irish pub in Toronto brought them together! Once engaged, they knew they’d marry in Ireland. Graeme always wanted to wed in his hometown of Bantry in West Cork, and they wanted their friends and family, […]
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