Never have we seen a styled shoot so on point that’s also so … en pointe 🩰
Featuring dancers from the National Ballet of Canada, this decadently feminine wedding editorial centered classical dance and the silhouettes of 1700’s France. The result? A fresh yet old-souled bridal aesthetic that’s courtly, coquettish, and contemporary-chic all at once.
Photographer Jennifer Moher, event designers from Decor District, and the rest of the creative team that put this editorial together had this distinct + cinematic vibe clear in their minds when they started planning. “We wanted to create a Marie Antoinette film set type theme paired with a 1950s Hollywood feel,” Jennifer says.
So, yes: think powdered wig inspired hairstyles, pointe shoes, tutus, lace, and a historically-informed high-drama all-ivory rococo vibe that feels at once understated and so deliciously over-the-top.
By decking out Fieldwork in Toronto in floor-to-ceiling eggshell draping the team succeeded in “creating a styled shoot that feels like you’re on a movie set.” And it’s nothing but rave reviews from us for this one.
So step up to the barre, everybody. We’re plié-sed to present the romantic, rococo ballet bridal shoot of your dreams.
A Dancer Prepares
You’re gonna see a lot of glorious ballet-inspired style in this these photos, so first things first: our Balletcore Fashion Aesthetic Guide is a must for anybody longing to try that fresh-out-of-dance-class look.
A little bit ballerina, a little bit “let them eat cake”! Absolutely dying for this model/dancer’s Marie Antoinette inspired vibe!
If the different decor + fashion eras of 1700’s Europe might have a place in your own wedding’s decor, we’ve got some celebrations you need to see: this Malibu Barbie meets Marie Antoinette wedding, this baroque ballroom wedding, this whimsically modern rococo wedding
If this shoot has you thinking of adding some white lace tights to your cart, our coquette aesthetic style guide might be for you.
“Getting ready” time is one of our absolute fave parts of any wedding day. Such a special moment with your nearest + dearest girls. Plus, what’s better than shopping for bridal getting ready outfits? Loving this shoot’s historical, hyper-feminine take 🎀
Gowns Fit For a Queen
“We had custom gowns designed for the shoot,” photographer Jennifer says of these three Atelier Caravaggio stunners.
These towering, editorial, powdered wig inspired bridal hairstyles? Those were the work of Anna of The Beauty Confidante. And the pale-yet-rosy makeup looks were, too!
Absolutely obsessed with they way this gown uses gathered fabric at the hips to recreate the iconic shape of a rococo gown’s pannier.
Who says you can’t time travel even further back than the court of Marie Antoinette? This bridal ruff is exquisietely Elizabethan.
How gorgeous is this off-the-shoulder gown’s dramatic, deep V illusion neckline??
The Dance Of The Veils
We’ve got a whole collection going of the the wedding veils we’re loving most that you should check out cause — trust us — these next photos are definitely gonna have you veil shopping.
When your models are literal ballerinas…
…you let them lace up those pointe shoes and dance!
Pearly Hair Embellishments
Shop some of our Anthro Weddings faves inspired by this shoot’s dreamy, delicate vibe.
Jennifer shares a key reason she and the shoot’s team brought this unique idea to life: “This is inspiration for photographers to think outside of the box when planning styled shoots. Often we get stuck in the same themes over and over again.”
Well, this one was definitely outside the box. AND over the box! (Dancers — IYKYK). We adored every detail of this modern rococo ballet bridal shoot. Congrats to Jennifer and the entire Toronto-based team!!
Wedding Vendors
Photography: Jennifer Moher // Venue: Fieldwork Studio // Event Design: Decor District // Wedding Dress: Erin Caravaggio // Hair Stylist: Anna from The Beauty Confidante // Makeup Artist: Anna from The Beauty Confidante // Videography: Ian Carleton // Models: Connor // Models: Bella // Models: Ariel
