Butterflies in the Desert

With only 2 months before her intimate ceremony, Victoria visited us at The Castle to find her dream dress. Luckily, with a little help from our gown fairies, we were able to create this bride's dream dress just in time for her March ceremony. And wow, was it gorgeous! Victoria and Andrew (and their adorable pups!) took intimate portraits shot by Brazen Honey Films in the gorgeous Nevada desert where she wore a custom version of our Chrysalis gown. Our bride decided that a sleeveless, no train version was more her vibe, and we love how it turned out, especially against this desert backdrop! When I saw Victoria's tattoos, by Lazer Liz , I KNEW this gown was the one for her... and she did too! Victoria originally came to us with the idea of a custom jumpsuit, but when she tried on Chrysalis, it was meant to be. There's just something about wearing a dress on your wedding day...yes, I'm all about staying true to your personal style, so if a jumpsuit is it, then be all means, go for it. But on the other hand, how many chances do you get to wear a French embroidered gown scattered with flowers and butterflies that literally match your tattoos? The ethereal nature of this dress with the aqua blossoms, ecru and sage embroidery, and fairy dust underlay just felt right, and with a few customizations, it was perfect.
Given COVID times, Victoria and Andrew decided they couldn't wait to tie the knot any longer and opted for an intimate ceremony in their backyard. With love, gorgeous florals by Blooming Belles, a beautiful gown, and this amazing dog wrangler (AKA father of the groom), what more do you need?! And under the night sky, these two love birds were married! Victoria and Andrew are proof that you can still have that special wedding you've been dreaming about, even when the circumstances aren't what you first imagined. I'm so happy these two were able to celebrate with a few friends and family in person, and zoom with all who couldn't make it.  This trip to the desert with their fur-babies is sure to be a memory they'll cherish for years to come...and Victoria is coming back to see us in a couple of months for that custom jumpsuit she plans to wear for an in-person celebration...and I am sure she will rock that look too!
xo, Claire 

Dress: Chrysalis by Claire Pettibone
Photography: @brazenhoneyfilms
Hair: @megdelacruzhair
Florals: @bloomingbelleslv
Tattoos: @lazerliz