Mikaella Fall 2018 Bridal Collection

The Mikaella Fall 2018 bridal collection is edgy, on-trend, versatile and oh so elegant. From classic, chic fit and flare designs to timeless, elegant ball gowns, the new Mikaella collection has something for even the most discerning of today’s modern brides.

This season’s wedding dresses feature guipure lace, organza, mesh tulle, sequins, lace appliqué, elegant beading and gorgeous embroidery. The collection is sophisticated and classy whilst providing natural elegance and beauty, with each dress made with impeccable attention to detail and innovative styling and fit.

There are so many exquisite details in the Mikaella Fall 2018 collection. Styles like 2206 and 2215 exemplify today’s style trends, blended with stunning accents which in turn create a beautiful visual harmony. Intricate spaghetti strap backs and corset bodice designs also complement this season’s ultra-feminine collection, as seen in styles 2201 and 2209.

On a ‘side note’, Mikaella has also included some sexy side slits and side seam pockets to enhance some of this season’s alluring designs. 2212 is the essence of sophistication, elegantly fashioned with a sequin lace bodice, full organza skirt and side seam pockets. Style 2202 on the other hand is catered towards brides looking to capture a more glamorous look for their wedding. This wedding dress features a halter neckline, elegant beaded appliqué and full mesh tulle skirt with a side slit.

With so many beautiful wedding dresses, choosing my top three was a hard decision, but here they are…

Style 2200

If you’re looking for glamorous meets super sexy you will love this dress. The elegant fit and flare figure-hugging cut, together with the boat neckline and pretty beaded belt, looks so classic. Turn to the back and this dress has the most amazing inverted v-back neckline.

Style 2211

I don’t think I’ve seen a wedding dress for a long time where the back detail has me in all of a flutter. Look how amazing the lace butterfly back detail is. The sheer lace bodice is so beautiful too, and I love the pretty sequin lace appliqué around the neckline and waist that flows onto the fit and flare crepe skirt.

Style 2218

Modern and elegant, this dress is certainly a head-turner! The bodice with deep V sweetheart neckline and V back looks incredible with the triple ribbon detail across the midriff. The gathered multi-layered mesh tulle skirt is a hot style for the season.

I adore all the dresses in the Mikaella Fall 2018 collection and I hope you enjoy browsing through the gallery below. If you find a dress you love, you can find your nearest Mikaella stockist at www.mikaellabridal.com/bridal-shop-locator.

Mikaella Fall 2018 Gallery

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Getting to Know – Combermere Abbey

Venue Name: Combermere Abbey

Location: Near Whitchurch, Cheshire

What type of venue is Combermere Abbey and how old is the building?

Combermere Abbey is a delightful country house wedding venue with breathtaking grounds and a rich history. Original parts of the house date back to the 12th century.

Founded by Hugh de Malbank, Lord of Nantwich in the 12th century, it began as a Cistercian monastery. Over the following centuries it was transformed and remodelled, predominantly serving as a private residence.

In 1919 Sir Kenneth Crossley of Crossley Motors bought Combermere Abbey and its estate. Used as an evacuee girls’ school during the Second World War, the house began to show signs of increasing decay.

Sarah Callander Beckett took over the estate in 1992 and began an extensive restoration project. Since this time, we have seen the restoration of estate buildings and the Walled Gardens, the conversion of the stable block into luxury cottages and the exciting restoration of the magnificent North Wing.

Combermere Abbey became a wedding venue in 1995, and was one of the first venues to obtain a civil license.

What is the capacity for a wedding ceremony and wedding reception at Combermere Abbey?

Couples can marry with up to 120 guests in the Edwardian Glasshouse or outside in the centre of the unique fruit tree maze. The Pavilion can accommodate 150 for wedding breakfasts and receptions.

What rooms are available for couples having their wedding at Combermere Abbey?

Couples have exclusive use of the venue and the Walled Gardens for the whole day, including the characterful Glasshouse and stylish Pavilion. The luxurious North Wing honeymoon suite is also included, while guest accommodation for 49 is available on-site in the charming Courtyard Cottages.

Do you offer exclusive use as part of the packages, or is this an extra charge?

Exclusive use comes as standard for weddings at Combermere Abbey.

Is catering provided for weddings or can couples bring in their own caterers?

Couples can choose between two highly-regarded caterers, Pickled Walnut and Olive Tree, who have worked with Combermere Abbey for years. Gorilla Events provide the incredible bar service at the venue.

There is plenty of choice from both caterers, who will work with you to find the perfect menu to suit your tastes.

Does Combermere Abbey have a set price for weddings or is there a tiered pricing structure? What packages do you offer?

Combermere Abbey offers a comprehensive wedding package that includes everything you could need to make your big day a huge success. With a private cottage to prepare, classic car to transport you to the ceremony location, dedicated wedding coordinator, exquisite Honeymoon Suite and plenty more, we’ve got every aspect of your day covered.

You can currently take advantage of two amazing offers at Combermere Abbey too. Firstly, book any remaining Friday, Saturday or Sunday in 2018 and you can save £1,000 on the venue hire fee. You can also take £500 off the guest accommodation too, meaning your loved ones could spend the night for a great price. Secondly, choose any future Monday to Thursday date and take advantage of Combermere Abbey’s Midweek Package for just £9,995. Visit the website for more information.

Does Combermere Abbey have a wedding co-ordinator on site, and are they available on the day of the wedding?

Our dedicated wedding coordinators, Ashleigh and Diane, will be there to support you with all your planning and preparation, from providing suggestions of suppliers, to working with you up to and on the day itself to ensure that your wedding runs without a hitch.

What can a couple expect from having their wedding at Combermere Abbey?

When a couple ties the knot at Combermere Abbey they can expect to receive the finest service and enjoy one of the most spectacular settings around. Combining charm and elegance with stunning outside space and an unbeatable sense of seclusion, couples will feel like this wonderful venue is truly their own on their wedding day.

What is the best thing about having your wedding at Combermere Abbey?

It’s hard to choose just one thing, but having the idyllic walled gardens completely to yourself is certainly one of the highlights. Whether it’s while you’re exchanging vows looking out over the unique fruit tree maze, enjoying drinks and garden games with your loved ones, or stealing a few moments alone together as a married couple, this picturesque setting is the perfect place to be.

Describe Combermere Abbey in three words.

Enchanting, luxurious and elegant.

What’s your top tip for choosing the perfect wedding venue?

Make a list of your requirements before visiting a venue so you can ensure it ticks all the boxes. It’s easy to forget otherwise, particularly if you are seeing quite a few.

Where can I find out more about Combermere Abbey?

• Website: combermereabbey.co.uk
• Blog: combermereabbey.co.uk/blog
• Twitter: @combermereabbey
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/combermereabbey
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/combermere_abbey
• Pinterest: www.pinterest.co.uk/combermerea0054
• The Wedding Community: www.theweddingcommunity.com/14017/Venues/Combermere-Abbey

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Romantic Peach Wedding Styling Ideas

I have a whole lot of pretty for you today on The Wedding Community with these romantic peach wedding styling ideas. Pinterest is awash with inspiring images of beautiful peach wedding ideas, but as the idea behind this shoot came from a painting, these ideas are so unique that you probably won’t find anything with such splendour. Throw in the backdrop of Beverly Hills and you know this is going to be special!

Peach is such an adorable colour for a wedding, especially in spring or summer. Blended with inspiration from the historic painting ‘The Birth of Venus’ by Sandro Botticelli, you get something really special. Shawna Yamamoto and Hylah White’s design aesthetic is so perfect, with every detail beautifully curated.

Soft peach and lush green florals take centre stage, and I adore the bride’s large, untamed bridal bouquet, brimming with soft delicate peach blooms and gorgeous foliage. The elegant, graceful floral designs are such statement pieces.

The beautiful textured china, rose gold cutlery and rose gold rimmed glassware are key to creating a rich, elegant table setting. Of course, peaches, along with other fruit, also feature, and give a nod to the sensuality of Venus herself. Even the wedding stationery has a peach envelope liner.

The bride’s styling is sensational and her wedding dress works perfectly with this romantic styling concept. And wait until you see her shoes… oh my! A pair of Sophia Webster silver high heeled beauties with angel wings!

I’m a sucker for soft peach styling so I absolutely adore these images by Koman Photography, and hope you do too.

Breathtaking, Ethereal Photos

“The inspiration for this shoot came from an old Italian Villa, and we added a Grecian vibe. The Four Seasons in Beverly Hills was the perfect backdrop to create some breathtaking, ethereal photos.

“The decor and old Italian villas inspired the invitation suite, with a nod to classic design with soft, modern finishes. The layered invitation included an ornate old world Italian crest and a handmade peach ribbon wrap treatment, and the envelope liner’s vintage peach illustration gave an unexpected pop of colour.” – Hylah White Special Events

The Birth of Venus

“The painting, ‘The Birth of Venus’, depicts the goddess Venus arriving at the shore after her birth, emerging from the sea fully-grown. We wanted to show her sensuality and beauty by rising up to her, creating a feast of sorts to celebrate her birth and all she would stand for; creating a beautiful garden that would suspend around her.

“Fruit demonstrated both an offering as well as depicting the sensuality of the woman. In the painting you can see she is about to be clothed and is attempting to cover up her body. We covered her body to take the painting one step further.

“When it first came out the painting was highly criticised for its nudity. We wanted to nod to that era, but also celebrate the fact that it eventually came back out of hiding.

“The painting is very large in scale. Using a replica statute helped make it feel larger than life – as if you are standing in front of the very painting – and feel that same scale it presents to you in person.” – Shawna Yamamoto Event Design

Elegant Decor

“A vision of overgrown lush greens and tranquillity, the floral design in the reception area was something truly spectacular. The statue, draped in flowers and growing effortlessly from the table centre, created a dramatic focal point.

“Grey menus featuring the old world Italian monogram paired perfectly with the hand scrolls dinnerware. Rose gold cutlery and gold-rimmed glassware complemented the organic arrangements with halved peaches as accents.

“The draping greens running down the tablescape added a garden elegance to the decor. Draping illuminated the romantic Tuscan decor, and lighting warmed up the atmosphere.

“The vintage vignette completed the overall romantic ambiance with a chandelier adorned with lush greens and ice sculpture accented with fresh fruit.”

Heavenly

“A delicate airy cape seamlessly complemented the couture gown, and flowed effortlessly down the hand-stitched train. The amazing bridal bouquet with luxurious florals and cascading greenery echoed this soft aesthetic for a heavenly design.” – Hylah White Special Events

Photography: Koman Photography

Shoot Location: Four Seasons, Los Angeles, USA

Planning and Design: Hylah White Special Events

Design and Flowers: Shawna Yamamoto Event Design

Vintage Rentals: Sweet Salvage Rentals

Tableware: Borrowed Blu

Stationery: Jasmin Michelle Designs

Table Linen: Luxe Linen

Ice Sculpture: Ice Bulb

Rentals: Revelry Event Designers

Lighting: Parde Productions

Drapes: Pipe Dream Events

Wedding Dress: Rmine

Bride’s Shoes: Sophia Webster

Groomswear: Friar Tux

Make-Up: Blushington

Hair: Face It Sugar

Rings: Scout Mandolin

Ring Box: Amonie

Models: Alice Radu and Brandon Moshenko

Media Placement: Rayce PR and Marketing

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