Pretty Petals!!!

When preparing for your Wedding Day, every detail matters including the bouquet. Today I'm  sharing some beautiful examples of how the perfect bouquet enhances your overall dream bridal look.  

Look #1 is pretty pink petals from Debi Lilly The complete look is perfect for the bride searching for a couture princess feel.  Debi's beautiful bouquet is full of texture, romance & girlie fun!  Featured gown, veil & jewelry are complete from the Victoria Sdoukos Couture Collection.  Hair & makeup provided by Beauty On Call located in Chicago. Photo Shoot venue at City View Loft in the West Loop.

Look #2 comes from Tiffany at OliverDogwood  Tiffany's bouquet has a vintage vibe & goes perfectly with this alencon lace gown.  Complete look from the Victoria Sdoukos Couture Collection. Hair from Lati at The Bridal Beauty Salon located in Wicker Park. Makeup from Elise at Leesi B Cosmetics located in Chicago.

Look #3 comes from Debi at www.debililly.com  This angelic look is complete with the ivory bouquet Debi created. Bridal gown, veil & jewelry complete from Victoria Sdoukos Couture Collection. Hair & Makeup provided by Beauty On Call.

Look #4 is for the sassy bride!!  These gorgeous tulips are from Debi Lilly.  My theme for this shoot was pinup style & this bouquet couldn't be more perfect!  Since I make custom wedding gowns, I always have a unique client base.  Lately, I've been inspired by pinup models & creating this red wedding gown was the best way for me to express what I have been dreaming about.  The complete look, gown & jewelry are from the Victoria Sdoukos Couture Collection. Hair & Makeup provided by Beauty On Call.

xo,

V

Latest Feature in Chicago Bride Magazine...

So excited to be featured in the latest edition of Chicago Bride Magazine.  Above are a few images from the magazine & the cover shot.  The fashion shoot took place in Chicago & my favorite place the beach.  Still trending strong in the wedding industry are the trumpet cut  gowns, lace & flower embellishments, as I expect them to stay around for many years to come...  Hope you enjoy these photos & don't forget to pick up a copy :)

Stylist of shoot: Cathy Demetropoulos

Hair: Constantine James Haritos from Elite Style

Makeup: Tasia Apostopoulos from Makeup by Tasia

Gowns, Veils & Jewelry: Victoria Sdoukos Couture

Top 9 VSC brides photographed in Black & White

1. Blake featured in the Christine A-line gown, custom black sash & cathedral veil from the Victoria Sdoukos Couture Collection.  Wedding took place in Texas.. Love it!!! 

Photography: http://perezweddings.com

2. Ashley is wearing the Krisa trumpet cut gown, custom swarovski crystal sash & cathedral veil from the Victoria Sdoukos Couture Collection.  Wedding held at  the Waldorf Astoria Chicago.  She was Glamorous and oh so chic!!!

Photography: http://www.colinlyonsphotography.com/

3.  Yay!!  Time to celebrate with Leslie's amazing champagne photo!!  Love this, I might just have to do this one day myself...  Leslie is wearing the Dionna trumpet cut gown & custom jewelry from the VSC Collection.  This photo is gorgeous & I love how it highlights the beautiful bustle & Swarovski crystal buttons.  Reception held at  the Millennium Knickerbocker in Chicago.

Photography: http://www.thinkleigh.com

4. My bride Theresa looks like she's staring in a movie in this beautiful photo...  Theresa is wearing a custom tea-length gown that we created together, so naturally it was named after her.  This vintage look was made with double faced duchess silk satin & accented with alencon lace on the bodice & hem.  Theresa is a true classic beauty!

Photography: http://collections.kimthielphotography.com/

5. Love, love, love...  My Hollywood Star bride looks gorgeous getting ready on her Wedding Day!  Reminds me of those behind the scene photos of the stars getting ready.  Erin is wearing the Agape gown made with alencon lace & custom sash from the VSC Collection.

6. I know the gown isn't being featured, but Emily's shoe photo still made the cut in my book.  The gown is still captured in a fun way highlighting the hem, great shot from a shoe & hem perspective.  Just a little reminder to brides, that every moment of your Wedding Day is beautiful.  

Photography:  www.stepintothelimelight.com

7. Kelly is a Classic Hollywood Star!!  She is wearing the Marilyn gown & my signature Victoria Glam Lariat accented with Swarovski rhinestones & crystals. The complete look is from the Victoria Sdoukos Couture Collection.  Her photo couldn't be more beautiful, she's a romantic & glamorous bride!

photography: http://www.pamcooleyphotos.com

8.  Maggie is stunning in her head to toe look from the VSC collection!  She is wearing the trumpet cut Despina gown made in double faced duchess silk satin, along with it's delicate chiffon flowers that were hand stitched to the hem with accents of Swarovski rhinestones to create the perfect shimmer.  Maggie is also wearing the signature Victoria Glam Lariat (shown in stacked version) matching earrings, bracelet & cathedral veil.  She was very Chic in Chicago!!!

Photography: http://trevarscott.com

9. Saved this one for last bc it's the most unexpected!  So my beautiful bride not only had me create her perfect dress, but she wanted me to be there the day of.  Such a unique way to celebrate your Wedding Day! I spend so much time helping my brides find the perfect look, sew it together, that naturally having me dress you the day of is the icing on the cake!  I love this photo, way to go Cara & Scott!!  They posed me for this one :)  Noelle's dress is featured in ivory hand stitched alencon lace & one of my favorite glam sashes from the VSC collection.

Photography: http://www.carascophoto.com

Hope you enjoyed my top 9 Black & White Bridal photos.. <3 Victoria

Handmade Bridal Jewelry in Chicago...

Did you know that you can enjoy your Bridal Jewelry beyond your Wedding Day??  I've been accessorizing Chicago Brides for over 7 years now & one of their favorite things about the Victoria Sdoukos Couture Jewelry is the versatility the collection offers them.  My jewelry was created with the intention to be worn more than once & pieces of art that tell a story.  Many girls love wearing a piece of their wedding day for other occasions & enjoy telling others on how they have their wedding jewelry on once again.  All my jewelry is handmade in Chicago & is made with Swarovski rhinestones, crystals & crystal pearls.  What makes my collection unique & special is the ability to customize every little detail with your jewelry & using Swarovski elements to create each piece.  Is your favorite color pink?  No problem, I can a create a unique pink creation just for you!  Do you have 10 bridesmaid & 10 unique personalities with different jewelry needs.  No problem, I can create jewelry for everyone & each girl can have their own unique jewelry piece.  Let me know what your thinking & upon your consultation I will let you know what I can create for you!  Our Chicago location offers brides a very large selection of hair jewelry, earrings, bracelets,  necklaces & our signature Glam Lariat that can be worn multiple ways.  The jewelry collection is enjoyed by brides, bridesmaids, mothers of the wedding & anyone looking for a special gift or for themselves.  So whatever the occasion, creating your own jewelry is easy & fun!  The collection begins at $55 for earrings, $125 for bracelets & $250 for necklaces.

Photo features the Victoria Glam Lariat

Timeless Beauty!

There is nothing more elegant  then being a timeless beauty..  One of my favorite gowns in the collection, which is a trumpet cut wedding gown made with ivory Alencon lace, is today's featured blog.  This Chicago bride had her complete look from wedding gown, bridal sash, hair accessory & jewelry handmade by me from the Victoria Sdoukos Couture Collection!  Together with Whitney, we picked out all her favorite elements such as Swarovski crystal buttons & unique hair accessory to complete her one of a kind look.  The process of working with me, allows my client to customize many details to make a statement that is personal  to them.  I  attended the wedding & and can honestly say she was like a Hollywood Star!!!  I loved all the details my client had & not to mention her amazing bouquet!!!   Congratulations Whitney & thank you for sharing your Wedding Day with me!