Inspired by the four elements—air, earth, fire and water—Ethereal Elements showcases imaginative bridal fashion inspiration through dramatic wedding gowns, statement florals, crystal crowns, jewelry and beauty looks. Photographed at The Cannery in New Orleans, each look was styled to capture the personality of its element.
Ethereal Elements
Bridal Looks Inspired by the Elements Air, Earth, Fire & Water
AS SEEN IN THE FALL + WINTER 2024 PRINT ISSUE OF NOW WEDDINGS MAGAZINE
ON LOCATION
PHOTOGRAPHY
Jessica Burke for NOW Weddings
FLORALS
GOWNS
HAIR + MAKEUP ARTISTS
DeQuindra Rouzan + Amanda Mautemps for Faces of Virtue Beauty Studio |
CRYSTAL CROWNS + HEADPIECES
JEWELRY
MANICURES
MODELS
Averi Crawford | Anahya Bailey | Emma Arnone + Jenna Hois for Chic Nouvelle Worldwide
Photographed on Location at The Cannery in New Orleans
This editorial was inspired by the four elements Air, Fire, Earth and Water. Every detail was meticulously selected to capture the essence of each element.
Air-Inspired Bridal Fashion
Embodying the element of AIR, Averi is wearing Calla Blanche’s Apollo by L’amour, a sparkly beaded square neck sheath wedding dress with a detachable tulle overskirt. Averi is wearing Nargis (Mother Of Pearl) earrings and Pearl Twirl Rings from AJOONII and Fawn and Sparrow’s Raw Quartz Cluster Crown. She holds a bouquet of wispy purple blooms by NOLA FLORA.
Averi is is wearing the Baroque Pearl Necklace, Coin Pearl Bracelet and Pearl Twirl Ring from AJOONII with a crown of baby’s breath designed by NOLA FLORA. Faces of Virtue artists DeQuindra Rouzan and Amanda Mautemp created Averi’s angelic bridal makeup look and soft, elegant updo.
Averi is wearing Galea by Calla Blanche. This sheer, long sleeve wedding dress is full of sparkle, inspired by snow glittering in the sun. Completing Averi’s look are Arya Earrings in Rose quartz and Moonstone Twirl Ring from AJOONII and Fawn and Sparrow’s Raw Quartz Cluster Crown. Averi’s manicure features custom made press-ons by Passport Polish. Her bouquet, by NOLA FLORA includes ivory roses and white hydrangea nestled in blush tulle.
Earth-Inspired Wedding Dress Ideas
Embodying the element of EARTH, Emma is wearing Charlotte by Calla Blanche. This sparkling, long-sleeved wedding dress features a dramatic plunge v-neckline. Emma wears Fawn and Sparrow’s Magical Labradorite Quartz Tiara and AJOONII’s Moonstone Claw Studs and Aqs Bahaara Earrings.
Emma is wearing Bita by Calla Blanche, a strapless, sheath lace wedding dress designed to show off your curves. AJOONII’s Fiza Hoops, Moonstone Aamna Bracelet, and Stone Pearl Rings complete her look which is complemented by her manicure by Passport Polish. Floral headpieces by NOLA FLORA add drama to Emma’s look. Her jewelry by AJOONII includes Arya Aquamarine Earrings, Moonstone Aamna Bracelet, and a Cluster Ring. Faces of Virtue styled Emma’s hair in a loose half up style, allowing her curls to cascade and created a natural, yet makeup look with a pop of color on her eyes.
Fire-Inspired Bridal Fashion
Embodying the element of FIRE, Anahya is wearing Shazeem by Calla Blanche, a fitted, sexy wedding dress with a straight neckline. Her jewelry includes AJOONII’s Saba Earrings, Fresh Water Pearl Bracelet, and Pearl Ring. Faces of Virtue styled her hair down with lots of volume and added drama in her makeup with a smoky eye and bold lip. Her manicure by Passport Polish is a bold burgundy color with gold accents. She carries a presentation bouquet of red roses and gladiolus and wears a dramatic red feather headpiece, accented with Fawn and Sparrow’s Red Goth Crystal Hairpin. Both the bouquet and headpiece are by NOLA FLORA.
Anahya is wearing Calla Blanche’s Ferrara by L’amour. This strapless lace wedding dress features a sweetheart plunge and has an option to add a layered tulle overskirt. AJOONI’s Aafreen Choker, Aalya Pearl Earrings, and Carnelian Pearl Ring complete her look. A wearable floral shrug, headpiece and bracelet by NOLA FLORA add a fiery red accent to her look. For this look, Faces of Virtue transformed her hair into a bold, bridal ponytail.
Water-Inspired Wedding Dress Ideas
Embodying the element of WATER, Jenna is wearing Calla Blanche’s Irene by L’amour, a simple fitted satin wedding dress with a sexy V-plunge neckline and elegant tulle cape with scatter pearls. Her jewelry by AJOONI includes their Taahira Necklace, Multi Stone Bracelet and 4 Stone Dangles. Faces of Virtue created a natural makeup look and styled her hair in an elegant updo with curls framing her face. Passport Polish designed her manicure in a beautiful blue-green with accents of hot pink. Fawn and Sparrow’s Moss Agate Quartz Tiara completes her look. She carries a composite bouquet with cascading lilies by NOLA FLORA.
Jenna is wearing Nairobi by Calla Blanche. This fitted satin wedding dress features a detachable mikado overskirt and optional off the shoulder sleeves. AJOONII’s Myra Bracelet in Clear Quartz, Two Stone Dangles, Stone Pearl Duo Rings and Naazuk Hibiscus Hair Clip complete her look. The draping floral bracelet by NOLA FLORA contrasts the clean lines of the gown, drawing the eye through the length of the gown.
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