This shoot was totally the kind of experience that made us want to pinch ourselves. It was a really spontaneous event where everything came together so beautifully we could hardly stand it. We really can’t believe how lucky we are to get to work with such talented people. We’ve been dying to share these images from Jose Villa!
We knew we wanted to shoot outside–despite the winter weather–and keep things very natural and soft and feminine. And we wanted to explore some ways to use flowers in a bridal look. Here you’ll find some very attainable ideas and alternatives to wearing a veil. Not that we have anything against veils, we just thought flowers might be nice, too! If this is something you’d like to try, all you have to do is keep your hair and make up very natural and soft and look for delicate blooms to grace your hair. We think you’ll look divine!
Photography by Jose Villa
So many more beautiful images and details coming up next!
The models look beautiful, but I think that I would feel super goofy wearing something like that on my head.
Wow! I love this. I’m so tired of birdcage veils. It is so refreshing to see something different.
Beautiful work as always!
Emily, Awesome post!!
The images are so beautiful! Jose and Joy are simply the best!!
the pink wreath is gorgeous. what a pretty idea!
gorge! can you PLEASE tell me who designed the dresses and where the shoes came from?
So beautiful…Emily you look lovely in the photos ; ) Looking forward to seeing more…
gorge!! wow. so stunning! the huge, white/pale blooms, especially. woww
Oh so pretty!
stunning Emily!
holy molee … these are GORGEOUS! bravo jose! and bravo joy! and bravo emily!
Love these. Jose never fails to impress!! <3
love this!! so beautiful!
Really nice. Very classy.
- John
lovin’ the floral wreath look but i want to hear more about those shoes! are they heals? who’s design?
hey ladies!
joy actually found the oxford shoes in a vintage store here in georgia. i would check ebay or etsy. ive seen a lot of vintage oxfords floating around recently.
xoxo
emily
Simply gorgeous. Lovely shots :)
what lovely images as usual from jose villa! but those flower blooms are simply gorgeous!
Emily you look so pretty and the shots by Jose are awesome! Love the flowers and dress…
These are lovely! The location looks like Carnton Plantation.
I thought that was you in those photos! You look absolutely amazing Emily!!! Beautiful pictures!
Absolutely gorgeous… I’ve been wanting to see more brides with flower wreaths, and these are just so so stunning!
Beautiful and ethereal!
any idea about the dresses? whose design?
LOVE THESE! You can’t even tell it was SO cold that day, so much fun ;)
I am very interested in the dress with the bow on it. Do you know who the designer is?
all the dresses are from vera wang but can be purchased at b. hughes bridal salon in nashville. the ladies who run the salon are AMAZING to work with.
xoxo
emily
The cold provided the perfect rosy glow!
Okay, this is being filed under ‘Most Amazing Photo Shoot Ever’… I love it!
GORGEOUS!!! These flowers are just beautiful, so whimsical & chic. I just love it!
Is there any way we can have a closer look at how the white large flower band is made? I’m keen to have something like this for my wedding day. Stunning!!
oh my goodness… these are stunning.
Wow, I am inspired! This is exactly what I want.
I am curious about the shoes. Do you know where they came from? Ive been dying for a pair just like that! They are so precious!! LOOOOOOVE the shoot!
Hey Elizabeth
The shoes were actually purchased for $40 from a vintage shop here in Georgia. I would check ebay or etsy for a similar style. Ive especially been seeing a lot oxfords on etsy lately. Hope this helps!
xoxo
Emily
In 1978 I wore a wreath of minature yellow roses, daisies and baby’s breath in my hair instead of a veil. I loved the look. Right before my dad walked me down the aisle, he said, “You look really nice honey, but what is that thing on your head?” I still laugh to this day!
WOW!! I love these pictures! Especially the faded colours! What did the photographer do to achieve this?