Vintage Chic Wedding Shoot by Jessica Claire
I know that you guys are craving some really special real weddings more than anything, but I HAD to put up this photoshoot that Jessica Claire sent my way. Ever since we debuted Jessica’s wedding, I have become totally enamored with everything she does and when I heard that she had partnered up with Lollipop Events & Designs for her latest photography workshop, well…let’s just say my neighbors heard the “whoop.”
Based on a romantic, around the world theme, there are SO many steal-worthy ideas tucked inside this shoot. Many of which I never in a million years would have thought of, like a chandelier built from a boat’s steering wheel (I think it’s called a helm?). Paper mache globes hanging in the trees. And a bride that is all glamour, all gorgeousness. So, before we get to our amazing giveaway (next) and our lovely real wedding (later today), feast your eyes on this little piece of Jessica Claire and Lollipop Designs heaven…
For the couple who loves to travel, we were inspired by the lyrics of Frank Sinatra’s “We’ve got the World on a String.” We wanted to transport guests onto a fine dining cruise ship from the early 1900’s as they traveled to the Orient, to Africa, to Europe and back again by mixing Moroccan goblets, Parisian tabletops, Italian dinnerware, and even Oriental shoji screens for a romantic trip around the globe.
Vintage nautical elements inspired us to adhere our color palette to the hues of the azure seas. We blended shades of brilliant blues including sparkling sapphires, indigos and sky blues with metallic silver and high gloss white. Batik fabrics were combined with textiles of damask, ikat, and toile to maintain the eclectic ethnic feel of this worldly fete. Graphical elements were designed as circles to represent both globes and portholes, tying in the “World on a String” globe-hopping theme.
The ceremony featured sky blue wooden chairs adorned with wreaths of baby’s breath and velvet ribbon while white baroque French loveseats served as the seating for the front row. The seating cards and table numbers were named after famous ports of the globe that the worldly couple had visited on their ‘voyage of love’ and were used as navigational direction to the dining tables. Each guest was given a message box favor, which is a play on the unique ways people around the world have communicated with each other for centuries. Small treats wrapped in vintage boxes contained surprise messages including “follow your heart” tied with a locket and including a small compass, and “lets grow old together” including miniature teacups.
The dining table was reminiscent of a fine dining room on an old cruise ship with a tall candelabra perched in the center. The table linen was adorned with silver calligraphy that displayed famous love poems written in French, Spanish, and Italian. Moroccan goblets were tied with tags that read ‘cheers’ in six different languages. Blue Italian dinnerware with multiple patterns was set upon a white French inspired table and surrounded by blue anemones that had a lavender glow.
The dessert bar was set upon on a multi-level console with French bubble legs. A beautiful indigo and white 3 tiered cake adorned with Moroccan tiles and vintage travel stamps was the centerpiece surrounded by decanters of wine and liquors from multiple countries which were appropriately paired with signature desserts from each country. Italian Amaretto was paired with Tiramisu wafer cookies, Japanese Yuzushu was served with fortune cookies, and English Hereford Apple Aperitif was paired with English lemon tea cookies, amongst other worldly delights. The confections were served upon plates with patterns of constellations and star maps.
Guests were able to relax in a lounge amidst platinum ikat patterned pillows set upon a sky blue velvet surrounded by floating globes wrapped in Parisian maps and even a plane coming in for landing. A beveled mirrored coffee table and blue faux fur throw added elegance while croc embossed luggage served as side tables.
Photographer: Jessica Claire / Event Design, Production, Vendor Coordination, Bride & Bridesmaid Styling, Graphic Design: Lollipop Events & Designs / Floral Design & Groom Styling: Tam Ashworth for Isari Flower Studio and Stylish Silhouette / Hair & Makeup: Vivian Tran, All Made Up / Furniture: Fete Accompli / Dinnerware, Flatware, Flutes & China: Bloomingdales / Gowns: Joan Shum Bridal / Groom Suits: Bloomingdales / Cake Designer: Erica O’Brien Cake Design / Love Quotes Calligraphy Linen: Laura Hooper Calligraphy / Upcycled Vintage Bridal Jewelry, Accessories & Heirloom Jeweled Bouquet: Noaki Jewelry / Bridesmaid Dress: Swoon / Bridal Headpieces & Bridesmaid Bolero Jacket: Alisa Benay / Message Box Favors: Lucky Bug Handmade Paper Delights / Special thanks to Be Inspired Public Relations
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I really like the bright earrings with the birdcage veil!
Her bouquet is amazing!! Beautiful work Noaki Jewelry.
Wow! Beautiful dress. LOVE the POP of blue and violet! Gorgeous. AND the BLUE chairs! So creative.
I love her dress
That Lady of the Valley dress is insanely beautiful! AMAZING!
That dress!!! I'm in awe!
JOAN SHUM!!!!!!!!!!!! I love her. The bride looks AMAZING!
I can't figure out which parts I love the most... it is all gorgeously amazing!
LOVING the tabletop decor and gorgeous chairs surrounding it!
Great application of a theme! LOVE the Joan Shum!
I love this shoot, the pops of color are amazing and I can't stop looking at the color of the ceremony chairs for some reason the powder blue is so pretty.
So pretty color tone. Fantastic styling!!
I absolutely love Jessica Claire's Photography. I check her blog for updates and to get the latest in wedding fashion. The styling of this wedding is incredible. I'm loving the birdcage veil.
Her dress is amazing! I'm still trying to pry my jaw from the floor!
This is incredible. I'm kinda speechless with a dash of jealous mixed in there. ; )
That bride is smoking HOT!!!
That dress is over the top gorgeous! Love the color scheme!
These photos are amazing. I love the soft tones of the blues and the way the purple and cobalt just pop. Her dress is absolutly amazing - makes me want to get married all over again just to have an excuse to wear it. I can't believe all the little details and so many inspiring ideas in these photos. I have one tiny little issue that I hate to bring up but maybe it's just me. There is so much detail in everything and it's all so incredible but why are the Grooms pants too short and why is he not wearing socks? Is this a "thing" that is common now?
There are not words to describe how in love with that dress I am...This design is crazy gorgeous!
Over the top stunning!!!! I love everything! The bride and groom are perfect, the decor amazing and every detail perfection. If I could get married again this would be my exact wedding!!! Cheers!!!
Love the birdcage veil and feather/flower clip. I've been trolling Etsy for something similiar peut etre for myself.
As a student in this workshop, it was the most amazing experience!
what kind of flower are the purple flowers on the tables?
I'm obsessed with that hairpiece! LOVE.
Gorgeous dress and Jessica Claire is a genius! Simply AMAZING!
That dress is insanely gorgeous!! I love the "world travels"theme
Where did the grooms suit come from - I've been looking for something similar
That dress is beyond fabulous. And I don't like corset tops or fluffy skirts typically. But holy smokes - it's gorgeous!
glamor without over kill. the vibrant colors of purple are so lucious I want to take a bite. as teri said, i almost want to get married again just for the party..hey ,do you do parties that aren't weddings?
lovely ladies!
Unreal! Love the way that travel was incorporated in such an elegant way. Gorgeous!
gorgeous shoot! i am so loving the bouquet! FABULOUSNESS!
Do you mind telling me where you got the veil and hair piece. I have been looking one that falls in the face just like that.
Thank you
Hello all! Thank you for the compliments! The questions regarding the suit, hair pieces etc... are all credited with links under the post! Hope that helps!
I did a double take when I realized I just registered for some of that china! Spode Blue Italian at Macy's. What are the other patterns?
Beautiful!
Wendy- the purple flowers are anemones.
Oh my gosh! I love her gown more than anything! It's really really beautiful. I knew it was traveled inspired based on the clock and the globe. The chairs looked really feminine. Loved it.
The event design and decor is FAB-U-LOUS! All of the elements work and flow perfectly.
I absolutely love the white and colbalt blue combo! Once again Lollipop has designed absolutely insane decor!!!!
The Lollipop girls are truly amazing. Exquisite taste and execution.
OMG...I can't stop looking at these beautiful detailed photos from the workshop that the All Made Up Team Makeup Artists/Stylists participated in...and we were there to see it in person too! LOVE EVERYTHING!
-Vivian Tran
AllMadeUpTeam.com
Orange County Makeup Artist/Stylist
There are so many elements that are truly amazing in these images. The blue pop of color to die for! The dress dreamy vintage. Love the size of her bouquet, a really nice touch.
Joyce Goeppinger
La Vie Le Gage Couture Events Wedding Planning
Colorado
Oh how I wish every year you were married you could throw another fabulous wedding! If it were allowed, I would throw one just like this...beautiful! I am totally head over heels for that dress!
A very special and a light colour wedding
WOW!!! Your style is simple fantastic! Love your site and will visit often.
Fabulous shoot! I'm a great fan of Joan Shum's work and have to send many kudos your way for this one-of-its-kind show of gorgeousness . . .
I have been trying to find the website for the couple featured in this photo shoot I know they are wedding photographers in the OC. does anyone have their info? Thank you em