REAL BRIDE: Megan + David

One of our favorite things are when a bride trusts us to do more then just their dress for their wedding. Megan was looking for a seamstress to alter her mothers gown for her wedding day, and chose us! Once she started getting it altered, she realized she needed a reception gown. So we showed her Josette, a fabulous tulle one by Love Found True and she loved it! Plus she needed her sash and birdcage, and we were able to help with that too. She got a sparkly sash by Jaclyn Jordan, and a custom birdcage from our local designer, Adele Amelia. We thought we had done it all, but then she was looking for a florist, and we knew we could help! We met with her, and decided on gorgeous bouquets made of spider mums, roses, and cotton. Our favorite part were her monogramed handkerchiefs for each of the bridesmaids bouquet. It was such a great touch for each of her girls! Sarah Mesa Photography captured her wedding perfectly, it was such a gorgeous day! For more on her wedding, check out her feature on Style My Bridal.

Thank you so much for letting us be apart of your special day! We wish you many many years of happiness and joy!

{Vendor Credits} Alterations, Sashes, Reception Dress, Getting Ready Space + Flowers by Ivory and Beau, birdcage veil by Adele Amelia, Sparkle sash by Jaclyn Jordan // Photography by Sarah Mesa Photography // Ceremony at Whitfield Chapel // Reception at Vic's on the River // Favors, Gifts and Snacks by Savannah Bee Company + Byrd Cookie Co // Transportation by Old Trolley Tours

SIMPLY BORROWED: Simply Sarah Photography + Sarah Seven

On a dreary morning we set out to take pictures of our newest Sarah Seven gowns, Violet Hour, Frenchie and Coast. We were lucky enough to have an amazing roof top deck, photography by Simply Sarah and a gorgeous all lace veil we had custom made by local accessory designer Adele Amelia. We might have been rained out, but we still got some gorgeous images! We are obsessed with lace, and all three gowns show case it in different ways. The Violet Hour features a chiffon bottom with lace top and illusion neckline. Frenchie is an all lace sheath gown, with a deep back. And Coast.. well coast is perfection. It's the sister gown to Cascade; a soft georgette dress with cascading lace pieces in the softest ivory. And our veil? Well after seeing the veil Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen designed, we knew we had to have one for our shop. We picked the finest French lace, and had Adele Amelia turn it into a chapel length veil. It's stunning, and perfect. Scroll down to see the rest of these amazing pictures!

THOUGHTS TUESDAY: All Over Lace Veils

Today I am here to talk all about the veil. Now for those of you who know me you know I am not traditional or girly when it comes to style. But that being said, I love veils. Just love love love. One of my favorite moments working in bridal is that moment you are working with a bride and she loves a dress and so you put on a veil and its just magic. Cue water works, cue tears. I love that moment. I think it is so special and so magical and so perfect. Its that moment when a girl goes from being a girl to being a bride. Its that moment when she can finally picture herself walking down that aisle to the love of her life. Its that moment when everything becomes a reality and she is finally imagining spending the rest of her life with someone. Its such a romantic and perfect moment when everything is real. That all being said... when I saw this veil on Green Wedding Shoes designed by Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen I was well I guess I was speechless. It is quite possibly the most beautiful veil I have ever seen in my entire life. I showed Adrienna and we just knew we had to have one to offer our awesome Ivory + Beau brides. Luckily we are fortunate enough that we work with local accessories designer, Nicki OConnell of Adele Amelia, who we were able to commission to make one for us, which now is posted atop a mannequin for all to see upon entering our store. And its just as beautiful as I could have ever imagined. I cannot wait for the day one of our brides falls in love with this veil just as we so have. Anyway, scroll below to see the veil that inspired us!!

**Adele Amelia is available for custom bridal accessories for brides as well - if you are interested in scheduling an appointment to come in and try on your dress and talk custom pieces call us at (912)200-4794, e-mail ivoryandbeau@gmail.com or click here to schedule an appointment! Nicki is awesome and loves working one on one with brides to put together the perfect piece to complete their bridal look!!

{Photo Credits} Lace veil via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Heather Kincaid

DESIGNER FEATURE: Adele Amelia

Here at Ivory and Beau we strive to create a one of a kind experience for all of our brides. One way we are able to do this is to have an exclusive accessories designer! Adele Amelia is designed by Nicki, who lives right here in Savannah. That means she is available to make custom accessories, from sashes to veils, locally! Do you want a custom lace veil? She can do it. Can't seem to match your bridesmaid dresses, but want a matching sash? She can find you the right sash and custom make you the perfect accent! Looking for a birdcage in gold? We have one! Having a local designer means YOU can become the designer! Anything you have in mind, she can make. Another amazing part of having Nicki local is that she can make items last minute. Is your wedding this weekend, but you still need a veil? She can do it! (In fact, this happened this month!) If you're interested in setting up an appointment with Nicki, give us a call at 912-200-4794!