“I almost wish we were butterflies and liv’d but three days summer days – three such days with you I could fill with more delight than fifty common years could ever contain.” ~ John Keats to Fanny Brawne (1819)
Much has been said about the romantic genius and the beauty of John Keats poetry. He explored the limits of the imagination and celebrated the pleasures of the senses but unfortunately his brilliant career was cut short. Photographer Stephanie Williams and designer Erica Elizabeth both share a fascination with the beauty of Jane Campion’s beautiful film Bright Star based on the three year romance between the 19th century poet and his beloved Fanny Brawne, which was cut short by John Keats tragic early death at the age of 25.
For Spring 2013, Erica Elizabeth wanted to highlight her vintage inspired accessory collections based on the way this film depicted everyday life and a tender relationship, which was restricted by the conventions of the period. The use of nature and its starkness are similar to her choices and use of materials in this collection that have been stripped down to the most simple & pure essentials.
Thanks so much to all the following artists for sharing this beautiful inspiration with us!
photography: Stephanie Williams of This Modern Romance // florals: Peonies & Plum Floral Design // hair stylist: KC Whitkamp // makeup artist: KC Whitkamp // desserts: Sweet & Saucy Shop // styling: Stephanie Williams of This Modern Romance // accessories: Erica Elizabeth Designs // styling: Erica Elizabeth Designs // gowns: Claire Pettibone // rentals: Found Vintage Rentals // live butterflies: Swallowtail Farms // stationery: Vintage Invites
oh deary me. gorgeous!
It was such a thrill to be a part of this shoot <3 It turned out AMAZING! love love love…
Love the hairpiece and the butterflies! We can make custom hand made wedding invitations that would complement the theme of this wedding! We have many lace wedding invitations that will give a great preview to this romantic vintage wedding!
The large free form bouquet is amazing and the desserts looks incredible!
We couldn’t be more excited to see this up today and to be a part of the shoot. Kudos everyone!! XOXO
Beautiful photo shoot, lovely light, stunning model and locations x
Everything is as beautiful as John Keats poems.
Love these inspirations! Gorgeous dresses, flowers, head pieces… Lovely!
Lush!! I love the infusion of Keats’ poetry and the GORGEOUS stationery by Vintage Invites!
I love these vintage inspired wedding dresses and head pieces. So beautiful.
STUNNING! Oh my goodness I can’t Pin fast enough! The dresses, the florals, the setting. So dreamy and gorgeous – great work!
beautiful photos! love vintage shoots!
Love the headpiece. Gorgeous.