Romance in the Air: Soft, classic bridal looks for any season

Laura Simon

Friday, July 21, 2017

Photography by Laura Simon Styled by Logan Young Models: Nicole Fouchè and Bruce Gaines; Gabriela Castillo; Mollie Young Hair by Jen Russell at The Hair Loft Makeup by McKena Sharp, mckenasharp.com Flowers provided by Wendy Durham at Magnolia Market Cake provided by Christo and Terre Chriss of Gatherings Catering Shot on location at Rusted Route Farms in Jackson

Alvina Valenta: Style 9656 Ivory lace trumpet bridal gown with a strapless neckline and sheer lace back. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Earrings: Lindsay Marie Design : Style "Magnolia" Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Women W397 This champagne/ivory ball gown of lace, English net and satin shows a beautiful skirt of alternating lace and sheer strips. The romantic look is completed with spaghetti straps and satin belt. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
This Eddy K dress is a fit and flare, ivory on champagne colored gown. It has heavily embroidered symmetrical lace over velure tulle, with a detailed illusion back. Available at Ann-Louise Bridal in Jackson. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Alvina Valenta: Style 9656 Ivory lace trumpet bridal gown with a strapless neckline and sheer lace back. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Earrings: Lindsay Marie Design : Style "Magnolia" Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)

Ti Adora : Style 7700 Ivory Chiffon A-line bridal gown. Embroidered bodice with an illusion sweetheart neckline, cap sleeves and covered buttons. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Flowers provided by Wendy Durham at Magnolia Market (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Ti Adora : Style 7700 Ivory Chiffon A-line bridal gown. Embroidered bodice with an illusion sweetheart neckline, cap sleeves and covered buttons. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Alvina Valenta: Style 9656 Ivory lace trumpet bridal gown with a strapless neckline and sheer lace back. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Earrings: Lindsay Marie Design : Style "Magnolia" Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Ti Adora : Style 7700 Ivory Chiffon A-line bridal gown. Embroidered bodice with an illusion sweetheart neckline, cap sleeves and covered buttons. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Ti Adora : Style 7700 Ivory Chiffon A-line bridal gown. Embroidered bodice with an illusion sweetheart neckline, cap sleeves and covered buttons. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)

Alvina Valenta: Style 9656 Ivory lace trumpet bridal gown with a strapless neckline and sheer lace back. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Earrings: Lindsay Marie Design : Style "Magnolia" Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Blush by Hayley Paige: Style 1700 "Halo" Ivory lace and tulle bridal ball gown, scalloped V-neck bodice with low open back and strap detail, tiered tulle skirt with horsehair trim. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Blush by Hayley Paige: Style 1700 "Halo" Ivory lace and tulle bridal ball gown, scalloped V-neck bodice with low open back and strap detail, tiered tulle skirt with horsehair trim. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Blush by Hayley Paige: Style 1700 "Halo" Ivory lace and tulle bridal ball gown, scalloped V-neck bodice with low open back and strap detail, tiered tulle skirt with horsehair trim. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Blush by Hayley Paige: Style 1700 "Halo" Ivory lace and tulle bridal ball gown, scalloped V-neck bodice with low open back and strap detail, tiered tulle skirt with horsehair trim. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Blush by Hayley Paige: Style 1700 "Halo" Ivory lace and tulle bridal ball gown, scalloped V-neck bodice with low open back and strap detail, tiered tulle skirt with horsehair trim. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Blush by Hayley Paige: Style 1700 "Halo" Ivory lace and tulle bridal ball gown, scalloped V-neck bodice with low open back and strap detail, tiered tulle skirt with horsehair trim. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Blush by Hayley Paige: Style 1700 "Halo" Ivory lace and tulle bridal ball gown, scalloped V-neck bodice with low open back and strap detail, tiered tulle skirt with horsehair trim. Available at Magnolias Bridal Boutique in Cape Girardeau. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Cake provided by Christo and Terre Chriss of Gatherings Catering (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Cake provided by Christo and Terre Chriss of Gatherings Catering (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Cake provided by Christo and Terre Chriss of Gatherings Catering (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Christina Wu style 15620 This Ivory illusion neckline, slim flare dress is decorated with a floral and lace scroll work lace on the body and at the skirt hem. There are crystal buttons that trail on the back illusion from neck to hips. The lining of this dress is stretch, for added comfort. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Christina Wu style 15620 This Ivory illusion neckline, slim flare dress is decorated with a floral and lace scroll work lace on the body and at the skirt hem. There are crystal buttons that trail on the back illusion from neck to hips. The lining of this dress is stretch, for added comfort. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Christina Wu style 15620 This Ivory illusion neckline, slim flare dress is decorated with a floral and lace scroll work lace on the body and at the skirt hem. There are crystal buttons that trail on the back illusion from neck to hips. The lining of this dress is stretch, for added comfort. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Christina Wu style 15620 This Ivory illusion neckline, slim flare dress is decorated with a floral and lace scroll work lace on the body and at the skirt hem. There are crystal buttons that trail on the back illusion from neck to hips. The lining of this dress is stretch, for added comfort. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Christina Wu style 15620 This Ivory illusion neckline, slim flare dress is decorated with a floral and lace scroll work lace on the body and at the skirt hem. There are crystal buttons that trail on the back illusion from neck to hips. The lining of this dress is stretch, for added comfort. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
This Eddy K dress is a fit and flare, ivory on champagne colored gown. It has heavily embroidered symmetrical lace over velure tulle, with a detailed illusion back. Available at Ann-Louise Bridal in Jackson. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
This Eddy K dress is a fit and flare, ivory on champagne colored gown. It has heavily embroidered symmetrical lace over velure tulle, with a detailed illusion back. Available at Ann-Louise Bridal in Jackson. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
This Eddy K dress is a fit and flare, ivory on champagne colored gown. It has heavily embroidered symmetrical lace over velure tulle, with a detailed illusion back. Available at Ann-Louise Bridal in Jackson. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
This Eddy K dress is a fit and flare, ivory on champagne colored gown. It has heavily embroidered symmetrical lace over velure tulle, with a detailed illusion back. Available at Ann-Louise Bridal in Jackson. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
This Eddy K dress is a fit and flare, ivory on champagne colored gown. It has heavily embroidered symmetrical lace over velure tulle, with a detailed illusion back. Available at Ann-Louise Bridal in Jackson. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Bridals strapless horsehair gown with flower belt from Enzoani, veil from Giselle Bridal and Jim Ball earrings. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Bridals strapless horsehair gown with flower belt from Enzoani, veil from Giselle Bridal and Jim Ball earrings. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Bridals strapless horsehair gown with flower belt from Enzoani, veil from Giselle Bridal and Jim Ball earrings. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Lillian West Chantilly embroidered lace spaghetti strap A-line gown featuring a front and back V neckline and natural waistline. The lightweight charmeuse lining of this gown creates a soft, organic feeling. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Lillian West Chantilly embroidered lace spaghetti strap A-line gown featuring a front and back V neckline and natural waistline. The lightweight charmeuse lining of this gown creates a soft, organic feeling. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. Wedding suits courtesy of Jim's Formal Wear and available at Garber's Men's Wear in Cape Girardeau. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Women W397 This champagne/ivory ball gown of lace, English net and satin shows a beautiful skirt of alternating lace and sheer strips. The romantic look is completed with spaghetti straps and satin belt. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Women W397 This champagne/ivory ball gown of lace, English net and satin shows a beautiful skirt of alternating lace and sheer strips. The romantic look is completed with spaghetti straps and satin belt. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Women W397 This champagne/ivory ball gown of lace, English net and satin shows a beautiful skirt of alternating lace and sheer strips. The romantic look is completed with spaghetti straps and satin belt. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Women W397 This champagne/ivory ball gown of lace, English net and satin shows a beautiful skirt of alternating lace and sheer strips. The romantic look is completed with spaghetti straps and satin belt. Available at J Marie's Formal Affairs in Chaffee, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Sherri Hill gown with braiding embellishment and neutral undertone with a "bling!" belt and Jim Ball pearl drop earrings. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Sherri Hill gown with braiding embellishment and neutral undertone with a "bling!" belt and Jim Ball pearl drop earrings. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
The Kramer dress by Emmaline Bridal is an all over lace dress with a deep V-back. The scallops around the neckline are repeated on the back and help define the waistline. Available at Ann-Louise Bridal in Jackson. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Bridals gown with a detailed head piece from Marionat and rounded square earrings from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. Bill Levkoff plum bridesmaid gown with dangly pearl earring from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Bridals gown with a detailed head piece from Marionat and rounded square earrings from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. Bill Levkoff plum bridesmaid gown with dangly pearl earring from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Bridals gown with a detailed head piece from Marionat and rounded square earrings from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. Bill Levkoff plum bridesmaid gown with dangly pearl earring from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Bridals gown with a detailed head piece from Marionat and rounded square earrings from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. Bill Levkoff plum bridesmaid gown with dangly pearl earring from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)
Allure Bridals gown with a detailed head piece from Marionat and rounded square earrings from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. Bill Levkoff plum bridesmaid gown with dangly pearl earring from Jim Ball. Available at Joy's Bridal in Sikeston, Missouri. (Laura Simon ~ Southeast Missourian)