It’s no secret: Galia Lahav is a true titan of the wedding dress world, and for good reason. Just look at Simone Biles’ + Jonathan Owens’ wedding or Whitney Simmons’ wedding and you’ll know exactly what we mean.
Today we want to take you inside an absolutely enchanting wedding that featured one of *the* most breathtaking Galia Lahav looks we have ever seen.
Jess + Jonny—with the help of planner Jenn Robirds Events—created a lush + lovely celebration at Edgewood in Tahoe full of mossy, fern-filled florals in a rich + romantic color world. The whole thing looks like your fave fairytale come to life.
And, wow, the DRESS. We are speechless. And we’re so excited to show you all of the stunning photos that Nicole Ivanov snapped throughout the day!
These embossed teal wedding invites from Southern Fried Paper with their moody floral envelope liner totally set the tone for the day’s woodsy whimsical storybook vibe.
Ladies and gentlemen, we present the ‘Desiree’ gown by Galia Lahav 👏
Bride Jess Howle (aka fashion designer J Berarducci Designs) STUNNED in the unique hooded wedding cape that she designed! We are SO into the fantasy feel it adds to her look.
How many different dresses did Jess try to find the one? “SO so many!!!” Jess remembers. “I would say over 60 gowns. My mom and I traveled to numerous states, researched bridal boutiques and plotted our epic search.”
Jess’s gold and pear flower-adorned braid bun wedding updo by Luna Belle Beauty was the perfect balance of timelessly chic and whimsical.
Jess describes her experience working with the Galia Lahav team as “INCREDIBLE.”
“Truly one of the greatest experiences. And honestly it was an honor to work so closely with a team of people who are so insanely talented,” says Jess. “As a pattern maker/seamstress, designer, artist myself, recognizing the level of craftsmanship that goes into these gowns is astounding and important.”
“I custom designed my cape and was lucky enough to be in New York and work directly with the pattern makers there on numerous occasions,” Jess says. “On top of that my sales/stylist Ashley, (in the Soho location) was always there to listen to my needs, make changes whenever another design element popped in my head, and made me feel so taken care of. Everyone was so welcoming, warm and made me feel so special.”
Our Favorite Memory From The Wedding My dad and I had quiet moments together before walking down the aisle. We both were so nervous and emotional. We both recognized the significance of the moment, without saying many words. It felt like time froze just for a moment, and I tunneled through every memory I had with my father as a little girl and how this must feel for him; but more importantly how impactful my relationship with my father has been. How the love I have seen him give my mother my whole life contributed so much of what I have wanted for myself, and I found it. I thanked him for setting such an incredible example of devotion and love for us to emulate and stand on.
The orchids! The roses! The ferns! The moss! Zuri Floral Design created nothing short of magic throughout Jess + Jonny’s day.
“FLOWERS, FLOWERS oh, and more flowers,” says Jess, remembering favorite part of wedding planning. “I believe the exact words to my planner were, I want to feel as though we’re in an abandoned greenhouse that has thrived without being touched. She delivered.”
“Most everyone’s reaction started with tears!” says Jess of how her loved ones reacted to her stunning bridal look. “Lots and lots of crying! Everyone said, ‘This is the most Jessica gown in the world,’ and that it was made for me.”
Something as unforgettably unique as Jess’s hooded wedding cape is bound to happen when a brilliant fashion designer bride teams up with a design dream team like the one at Galia Lahav.
Palette Cakes raised the bar for wedding cakes everywhere with this towering, 3-foot-tall, FIVE tier beauty covered in mushrooms, butterflies, moss, and sugar flowers!
There truly is no such thing as too many florals. Floral table linens. Lush, table-framing and stage-lining arrangements. A mossy custom stone floral wall. And even a hanging installation that made use of the tent’s chandelier!
