We swear this isn’t a celeb couple, although Real NK Bride, Shannon, and her husband, Dan, sure look like one! Their neutral-toned, aesthetic wedding could be featured in any magazine. See how Nathalie helped save Shannon’s dress and put the finishing touches on her perfect look.
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Real NK Weddings: Stephanie & Austin
If you don’t believe in soulmates, NK couple, Stephanie and Austin, will surely change your mind! The exquisite floral suits Nathalie constructed for them are one of many symbols of their adoration for each other. Stephanie was kind enough to share some lovely anecdotes with us that really touched our hearts. So, if you're sentimental like us, keep reading to see why this marriage was written in the stars!
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Real NK Weddings: Sara & Sean
Wedding outfit changes are becoming increasingly popular these days, so Nathalie was happy to create a second look for real NK Bride, Sara! Sara and her husband, Sean, had an elegant and cozy rooftop wedding surrounded by family and friends. Keep reading to see the sophisticated jumpsuit Nathalie made, get a peek into the design process, and view lovely photos from Chellise Michael Photography!
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Real NK Weddings: Colleen & Steven
Do you love Christmas time? So does our bride, Colleen, and her husband, Steven! The couple said “I do” a few days before the joyous holiday with decorative Christmas trees joining them at the altar. Read on to see the gorgeous gown and accessories Nathalie designed for Colleen and all the details of the pair’s wintery wedding!
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Real NK Weddings: Brianna & Roderick
At NK Bride, you know we’re all about the badass bride, so meet our beauty in black, Brianna, and her husband, Roderick! You won’t find the word “conventional” in this couple’s dictionary unless it has an “un” in front of it. The outfits are just one thing that made this wedding unique, but we don’t want to spoil all the fun! Keep reading to learn all about the matching set Nathalie designed and the details that made the couple's day so special.
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Real NK Weddings: Adina & Andrew
Adina and Andrew are taking over this week’s Real NK Weddings spotlight! The A-Team tied the knot on the 1st of October surrounded by family, friends, foliage, and flowers. The mountainous region of Vermont served as the perfect backdrop to celebrate their love for each other. Read on to see how Nathalie rose to the occasion to create Adina’s perfect look!
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Real NK Weddings: Natalie & Josh Lichtman
We had the pleasure of interviewing real NK Bride, Natalie Lichtman, to tell us all about her wedding to husband, Josh. The couple combined time-honored family traditions with their love of fun times and travel to create the celebration of their dreams. Keep reading to see the part Nathalie played in giving Mrs. Lichtman the perfect dress!
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Real NK Weddings: Shereen & Shane Becerra
This week, we’re highlighting one of our very own NK Brides, Shereen Becerra, and her husband, Shane! The blissful couple’s wedding was filled with so many meaningful, sentimental elements that you can’t fail to see the adoration they have for each other and their loved ones. Read on to see for yourself and take a look at our original designs!
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For the Custom Groom
Planning a wedding is an exciting time for young couples. It’s an amazing celebration of love, and it points towards the amazing future they are building with their partner. Often times the groom can feel lost in all this excitement. People are always quick to ask the bride how she is, what her dress looks like, and what the wedding will be. It’s important for the groom to remember it’s his day too, and he deserves a splurge as well. A custom designed suit might just be the perfect way to make the wedding feel special for your groom.
Read MoreNicole & Nathan's Romantic Rustic Wedding
We want to share the story of Nicole and Nathan’s romantic Texas wedding. NK Bride Designer, Nathalie Kraynina, had the pleasure of working with Nicole to create her custom reception dress. It was fun, flirty, and modern and was the perfect complement to their rustic venue.
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The Perfect Match: Sarah & Doron
…After a trip to Sposabella in the city, where I usually go for bridal lace, I found the perfect three-dimensional lace fabric. It was exactly what we wanted. It had all the elements of the branches and leaves and small flowers embroidered on a tulle mesh (perfect for cutting out). In other words, it was meant to be!…
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Real Wedding: Iva & Dennis
Since Iva had gone to fashion school, she told me she would like to take the swatch home, think of a design herself, and do some sketches. However, she was very skeptical about her drawing ability, but I told her not to worry. She could send me whatever she drew, and I would work with her to establish the final design and fit.
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The Process: Coming Up With The Design
When creating a custom bridal dress, you have the opportunity to make anything you want – anything you can imagine. I know this is kind of self-explanatory, but when planning a wedding, we often think about finding the perfect dress first, and then the rest of the wedding theme is dictated by its design. But what we often don't think of is that when you make a custom bridal gown, it can be created to match your vision. The wedding venue, the flowers, or any other details can be used as the inspiration for the dress.
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The Re-Cut
Creating a custom wedding dress doesn’t always mean you have to start from scratch. When Liz came in for her first consultation, she had already purchased a lovely gown. It was beautiful cotton lace overlaying a tan (nude) lining. It was stunning, but it didn't fit her at all. The proportions were so far from her body that the lace design over the bust sat almost at her waistline, making her look “saggy,” for lack of a better word. It was not flattering, to say the least. I’ve altered many wedding dresses in the past, but I knew this one was going to need more than alterations.
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Hannah & Baruch: A Brooklyn Fairy Tale
When Hannah came to me, she had been shopping for a while and had tried on so many dresses. None of them fit her properly. She was lost. She hadn’t seen anything that came even close to what she imagined. She wanted a dress that was elegant yet made a bold statement: something very classic with a little edge. She wanted a true evening gown that would be graceful, stylish, and glamorous.
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Real NK Weddings: Jemma & Wes
If the 1960s are your favorite era, you’ll want to stick around for this post! Real NK Bride, Jemma, is a 60s superfan from her outta sight style to her cool collectibles. She married husband, Wes, wearing a vintage-inspired dress with some surprise details you’ll have to keep reading to see. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy your trip to a decade past!
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The Modern New York Bride: Big Fake Wedding at Midtown Loft
The happy couple, Libby and Justin, renewed their vows in front of a group of their friends, and a room full of strangers who are engaged couples looking for inspiration.
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