I’m so excited that our Fall/Winter 2011 issue is on newsstands today. In this issue we had the chance to do an amazing bridal editorial shoot at Oheka Castle photographed by Elizabeth Messina, a humble artist with exponential talent. Her photos are not just pretty, but they always seem to evoke some sort of emotion. The shoot was done on the picturesque grounds of Oheka Castle and included accessories from Twigs and Honey, gowns from BHLDN, Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier & Claire Pettibone just to name a few, dessert from Palermo’s Bakery and romantic poetry by our own Chioma Obii-Obioha. The entire shoot was truly “Sweetly Romantic.” The editorial spread is 24 pages long…there were so many unbelievable photos. Here’s a taste…
Gown: Monique Lhuillier / Hair adornment: Twigs & Honey / Hair: Mann Nance / Makeup: Dex NY /Stylist: Joy Adaeze /Photo: Elizabeth Messina / Location: Oheka Castle
Gown: Claire Pettibone / Hair adornment: Twigs & Honey / cupcakes: Palermo’s Bakery / Suit: Hugo Boss-Kleinfeld Men’s / Earrings: Tejani /Hair: Hair: Mann Nance / Makeup: Dex NY /Stylist: Joy Adaeze /Photo: Elizabeth Messina / Location: Oheka Castle
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I absolutely love this shot…
Passionate, fiery, blazing relentlessly That they say is love But what about the softness, the gentleness The joy I feel when I’m with you The innocence, the purity The peace I have when I’m around you You make me tender You make me better You make me sweet You lift me higher You draw me into a kaleidoscope of colors From deep ebony to the brightest ivory My skin glistens in the light of your embrace Take me away and make me yours Ever thine, ever mine Ever yours, ever mine {by chioma obii-obioha @lovenwords}
The current issue is on newsstands at your local Target stores and some Barnes & Noble locations. You can also purchase a copy online with free shipping. Head over to Elizabeth’s website and Style Me Pretty to see more from this gorgeous shoot.
….gowns, desserts and poetry…These are a few of my favorite things!….
these are just GORGEOUS. I’m in love.
This is the first time I’ve seen your magazine and I am blown away, not just by this spread (which I LOVE) but by the cover. Holy goodness, it’s just breathtaking! Best of luck!
I bought this copy today and was totally blown away by the sheer beauty displayed on every page. The cover photo of Anouschka Dap wearing the dress that Preston Bailey created is beyond beautiful!