Kyla + Brandon

(October 22, 2022 in Colbert, WA)

In this blog post, we'll hear from a bride who had little vision of going into wedding dress shopping and planning but ultimately had a beautiful and joyful day. She shares her experience with dress shopping, how everything came together on the day-of, and her advice for future brides. Whether you're knee-deep in wedding planning or just starting out, this post is sure to offer some helpful insights and inspiration.

Our real bride Kyla looked beautiful in our Essie gown by Essense of Australia. This dress is a gorgeous mermaid fit with lace appliques and a little bit of sequin and beading for a subtle sparkle. The appliques are ivory and the lining of the dress is a beautiful rum color. Side cutouts help accentuate curves and jersey lining ensures comfort all day long. This gown also has delicate beaded straps, an open back with belt detail, buttons, and a little bit of booty ruching; not to mention the absolutely stunning train.

By our real bride, Kyla:

How was wedding dress shopping and wedding planning for you? What was your vision?

I was nervous and honestly had little to no vision! The stylists helped pick out dresses that complimented my body and navigated through all of the choices with me!

How did it go the day-of?

It fills me with joy thinking about it! It was a big party with all of my loved ones.

What would be your advice to future brides?

The day goes by fast, so be present and don’t get stuck in the weeds with planning.

Gown: Essie by Essense of Australia

Veil: Stephanie Veil by Sara Gabriel Designs

Photos: Auburn Photography

Venue: Belles on the Bluff

Cake: Liudmila Kuznetsova

Catering: Simply Catering by Yuliya

Florals: Secret Florist Spokane