Bohemian Bride | Boho Bridal Fashion Editorial | Chicago Wedding Photographer
Bohemian Bride | Fashion Editorial | Chicago, IL | Destination Wedding Photographer
The dictionary definition for Bohemian as a noun is “a socially unconventional person, especially one who is involved in the arts” and as an adjective is “socially unconventional in an artistic way.” I wanted to give background to the word that is really trending in weddings and style nowadays. The technical definition is about someone who is artistic and unconventional in their society, a going against the grain type. The reason I believe most bohemian styles tend to portray florals and the hippie style is because of the era of when the term was initially coined. Either way, that is how it is meant when used in the bridal and wedding world. This bohemian bridal fashion shoot was styled by Ariana Anderson, a stylist based in Chicago, IL. The florals in the hair and amazing blunt eyeshadow was created by Michelle of Mink loves Makeup, another Chicago based hair and makeup artist. These hair and makeup designs really feature the bohemian floral style in a minimalist way. And of course, the bohemian feelings couldn’t be portrayed without the deep emotions and beautiful modeling by Chicago based model and artist, Dominique Ashanti.
I’m so grateful to be able to have these days of creativity in between shooting weddings. Being able to come together with like minded friends in the creative field and just have the freedom to create and knowing that whatever comes from it is exactly what is was meant to be, is such a beautiful thing. These portraits were taken in my Chicago home. As I’m transitioning within the next year to living full time in Scotland after I get married, I’m trying to cherish having this beautiful open space to create inspiring editorials. This season of life living in Chicago and traveling back and forth to Edinburgh to see my fiancé has been a beautiful one, and being in one place all of the time will be wonderful, but I will always look fondly on the creativity that this space has given me during this season of life in Wicker Park, an artistic neighborhood in Chicago.
Ariana Anderson, Styled By Ariana - Chicago Stylist | Dominique Ashanti - The Lovely model + Amazing Painter | Michelle of Mink Loves Makeup - Chicago Makeup Artist
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Best Vintage Wedding Dress Shop in Edinburgh | Those Were The Days Bridal | Scotland Elopement Photographer
Vintage Wedding Dress Shop | Those Were The Days Bridal | Scotland Elopement Photographer
There are so many talented wedding dress designers that I love to recommend to brides, because I love the creativity and uniqueness that the gowns give to each individual. With that said, you know what else is unique and custom? VINTAGE. I have always been a huge fan of vintage clothing. In college, going to the huge thrift stores with friends, I would find the best gems of vintage dresses, denim and purses (that I still have to this day!). It’s always the best feeling knowing that you have a one of a kind piece, or at least for all you know, it’s the very last garment in tact of that vintage piece, in that size, potentially in the world! You just never know. It’s exciting when you find a vintage wedding dress that you love, because the sizes do tend to vary based on the decade the designer lived in.
If you are looking for a vintage wedding dress and are eloping or having a wedding in Scotland, you have to visit Those Were the Days Bridal! Those Were the Days Bridal is a vintage boutique that specializes in hand curated vintage wedding dresses from all around the world. Claire is the owner and I’ve been shooting her beautifully selected vintage gowns for the last few years now. We’ve done so many lookbook editorials for her shop, that I’ve first hand seen how much knowledge Claire has about the dresses. She knows the designers, the decades, the materials and how best to take care of the gowns. She uses gloves and has anyone sifting through the gowns wear them, to protect their quality for their final owner. I respect Claire and her passion for vintage so much. She is the most true to herself person I know and I’m so grateful I’ve been able to work with her beautiful self and her vintage shop for all of these years.
If you are eloping to Scotland, and don’t want to transport a dress, definitely book an appointment to visit Those Were the Days Bridal when you arrive in Edinburgh. I’m sure you’ll find something beautiful! She has vintage gowns that are short and sassy, perfect for a courthouse elopement, all the way to boho and flowing gowns, that are perfect for those Scottish elopements in the outdoors of the Highlands. Also, next door, there is Those Were the Days Vintage next door, that has both vintage women’s and menswear! Sometimes a funky, sparkly or colorful party or evening gown may be the coolest wedding dress for those really looking to stand out from the crowds! Either way, you won’t be disappointed by visiting Those Were the Days Bridal and Vintage boutiques!
Enjoy these gorgeous vintage gowns from Those Were the Days Bridal,
on the serene and majestic shores of Scotland.
Vintage Wedding Dresses - Those Were The Days Bridal | Models - Maggie & Ben
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