Enchantment – noun – The state of being under a spell. “This is the feeling that I wanted to convey when you look at my latest collection,” says world-renowned bridal designer, Ines Di Santo, describing her Spring 2021 couture collection. “I wanted to take your eye on a journey of fantasy and beauty. I have draped silhouettes to give them new lightness and drama. I have worked with fabrications that are ethereal that float like mist in the air. All of my hand embellishments seem to blossom organically on each design. I hope you find these gowns as enchanting as I do.”
With virtual fashion presentations commencing today for New York Bridal Fashion Week (including the debut of Ines Di Santo’s Fall 2021 “Wrapped In Love” collection), this lineup of couture bridal gowns is the perfect teaser for what lies ahead for 2021 brides. The mere concept of enchantment is timeless and transitional, allowing brides to experience that “fairytale wedding moment” no matter where they tie the knot, or how many guests are in attendance.
“Wedding planning was actually easier than I thought it would be,” says Emily. “I had the best wedding planner, which made everything seamless. I enjoyed the process, so everything that had to be done was a pleasure to do. I didn’t become a Bridezilla, I am proud to say! It was important for me to stay relaxed and to be ok with things not going the way I wanted. Plan B can turn out better than Plan A. But come wedding day, we were both nervous. The morning was long and tiring, and the evening was a blur. The ceremony was the best part. It felt so natural, like we were doing what we were meant to do. Walking down the aisle with my father and then being given away to my husband was incredibly emotional.”
The wedding décor theme was a blend of French garden and lounge inspirations. Emily and Souren wanted an elegant, yet comfortable atmosphere that highlighted the beautiful table settings, flowers, and ballroom details.
“The flowers were my favorite,” the bride adds. “I knew we were in good hands with Eddie, so during our meetings I really felt so comfortable with any direction he wanted to go in. He is a true artist! I saw my flowers for the first time when the doors opened to the church and I began walking down the aisle. My dad and I just looked around in amazement at how stunning the arrangements were. It was like sunshine. One of our favorite moments was having Super Sako, a popular Armenian rapper, perform. It was so cool to see everyone’s reactions when he got up on stage. It was like being at a concert.”
Inspiration:
Enchantment - Noun - the state of being under a spell.
“This is the feeling that I wanted to convey when you look at my latest collection. I wanted to take your eye on a journey of fantasy and beauty. I have draped silhouettes to give them new lightness and drama. I have worked with fabrications that are ethereal that float like mist in the air. All of my hand embellishments seem to blossom organically on each design. I hope you find these gowns as enchanting as I do.” - Ines Di Santo
